Irish
3rd Year/Junior Cert
Getting a firm foundation in 3rd year Irish is crucial to doing well at Leaving Cert level. This is because Irish is a cumulative subject whereby topics and concepts build upon those that were previously taught. So, if your child has fallen behind in a particular area, they may struggle to catch up unless the root cause of the issue is addressed. Early intervention is key to ensuring continued success.Â
Our 3rd year Junior Cert Irish grinds will help students to improve their grades, grow in confidence and reach their full potential. Classes are delivered live online through Zoom or at our tuition centre in Castletroy Limerick (depending upon availability). There is a maximum of 5 students in each class which allows the tutor to provide individualised feedback and support. Due to our small class sizes, we offer a student-led curriculum that’s guided by the needs and abilities of each student in the group.
Book Your Place
3rd Year Irish (HL)
- Day: Thursdays
- Time: 7:30 - 8:30pm
- Start Date: September 14th, 2023 - October 26th, 2023
- Location: Zoom
- Fee: €245 (for 7 weeks)
- Tutor: Shane
- MAX 5 Students Per Group
3rd Year Irish (OL)
- Day: TBC
- Time: TBC
- Start Date: TBC
- Location: TBC
- Fee: €35 per class
- Tutor: TBC
- MAX 5 Students Per Group.
Course Content
HL JC Irish: Grammar (verbs, sentence structure and prepositions); Literature (Poem/Song/Short Story) studied as part of JC Higher Level Course; Written Composition; Listening Comprehension.Â
Please note that the course content is subject to change, depending on the needs of the students in the class.
Meet The Teachers

Shane is a fully qualified and experienced secondary school French and Irish teacher. He holds an honours Bachelor of Arts degree and Professional Masters of Education from the University of Limerick. Shane currently teaches full-time in a Limerick City secondary school and offers both French and Irish grinds to students from 1st to 6th year. He also has also delivered our popular French Classes for Kids course as well as oral preparation classes in Irish and French for students about to sit the oral exams. Shane is a registered member of the Teaching Council and Garda vetted.Â

Ciara is a highly skilled and experienced specialist Irish teacher who is passionate about teaching Irish. With an honours Bachelor of Education degree from Mary Immaculate College, she is available for online classes live via Zoom or at our tuition centre in Castletroy, Limerick. Ciara is a fully qualified primary school teacher known for her skills with learners of all ages and abilities. Her teaching experience is varied and extensive, having taught Irish to secondary school students from 1st year to Leaving Cert, while also providing tuition services to primary school pupils ‘as Gaeilege’ on request. She is registered with the Teaching Council and Garda vetted. Those looking to learn the Irish language in a friendly, supportive environment can be confident that Ciara is a wonderful choice.
What Parents & Students Say
Fantastic grinds. Excellent patient teachers.
Grainne O'Grady
2019
Highly recommend. Great tutors and very pleasant to deal with.
Rena Madigan
2019
I can’t say enough about how fantastic the grinds were for Aaron and as a business it’s so professional. But the main thing is that ye have the genuine care and concern for every student. Thank you again for everything.
Mother of Leaving Cert Maths Student
2019
She did amazing in her Junior Cert. She got a higher merit in English. Thank you for all your support, especially Helena.
Father of Junior Cert English Student
2019
I did Maths grinds with Elaine for my QQI level 5 maths exam that was coming up. Elaine’s tuition was second to none and she was always there via email, text or phone to answer my queries whenever I needed her which was so helpful. Elaine had the poise and dedication to persevere with me throughout the 6 weeks of tutoring. She made me feel at ease and encouraged me to ask any questions I had at any time. I couldn’t recommend Elaine enough to anybody out there who is struggling with Maths. Her tuition is fantastic.
Chloe McKenzie, Third-Level Maths Student
2022
I am currently a third level student and completed grinds with Elaine when doing my QQI level 5 in maths. Elaine is a fantastic tutor. She not only understood the level of maths I had to do but had the ability and skills to ensure I was able to follow the syllabus and produce the level of maths I was required to do. Elaine made me feel at ease at all times and encouraged me to ask questions whenever I needed. She went beyond her duty by keeping in contact with me outside the grinds and made her self available at all times by either phone, text or email. I couldn’t recommend Elaine enough to any students out there as I received such a positive experience.
Ciara Lawless, Third-Level Maths Student
2022
I have found it extremely helpful leading up to the exams getting valid information and learning skills from Elaine about how to structure my exam as well as learning new phrases and vocabulary along the way. The experience has really benefitted my German quite a bit and I know it will stand to me in my exams. I would have been at a complete loss if it weren’t for the guidance and constant revision of oral topics in preparation for my oral exams with Elaine. Elaine is a fantastic, motivational teacher with a strong passion for the language who puts a lot of time and effort into her classes. The teaching she has given to me to improve every aspect of my exams to allow me to achieve my best result is unparalleled.
Aodhán, Leaving Cert German Student
2022
Overall very helpful course. It was great to get a clear, concise run down of grammar. Testing me with questions in each session was great, as it motivated me to look over notes outside of class. The more questions the better! The course being a little longer might be helpful too, but as it stands, it was very useful.
Eoin, Leaving Cert German Grammar Course
2022
When I first joined Elaine’s higher level maths class I was really struggling in my class in school and was thinking of dropping to ordinary level after only getting H8 in my mocks. My teacher had advised me to drop to ordinary multiple times but after a few classes with Elaine I had improved so much I wasn’t worried. I honestly don’t think I would have been able to pass maths if it wasn’t for this class and Elaine’s amazing teaching. I am very grateful for all the help I got in achieving a H4 in my paper.
Leaving Cert Maths Student
2022
I would without a doubt recommended Elaine for grinds, her focus on exam questions from the very start really helped me to grasp the layout and techniques needed to succeed in Higher Level Maths. Taking on grinds from the beginning of the year was key to securing my H2 as it kept the the workload and stress spread out allowing time to gauge each topic fully. I couldn’t recommend enough.
Leaving Cert Maths Student
2022
He said he's learned more this week than he has all year!
Katherine, Mother of Junior Cert Summer Student
2023