Applied Maths Grinds

6th Year

Weekly Grind

In-Person

Online Live-Stream

Our Applied Maths grinds will take you through the techniques to attack complex problems in the simplest way possible. Your teacher, Kevin, teaches you to get to the heart of the problem using the most efficient and effective methods. As a Grinds student, you will also have access to the archive of class recordings, meaning you will never miss a class.

Teacher:

Kevin Fitzpatrick

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Free Study Guide

Your Investment Includes:

75 min Weekly Grind + 10 min Q&A

Attend In-Person or Online via Live-Stream

Supervised Study Lounge Access

Effective Study Guidance & Support

Access to Recordings of All Grinds

Kevin Fitzpatrick’s Renowned Exam Notes

Specialised Seminar for Parents

Flexible Payment Options with Instalment Plans

Trial an Applied Maths Class with Kevin Fitzpatrick

10% off Christmas & Easter Revision Courses

How the Applied Maths Grinds Work:

✔ 75-Minute Weekly Grinds class: You’ll be taught by some of the very best educators in Ireland. Select your preferred day and time, and choose to attend In-Person or Online.

✔Kevin Fitzpatrick's Specialised Grinds Notes: Exclusively available to our grinds students, these notes contain Kevin’s unique approach to learning Applied Maths, designed to cut through the jargon and help students easily understand the complex concepts.

✔ Access To Our Supervised Study Lounge: As a grinds student with us, you’ll get Free access to our Supervised Study Lounge, located in Blackrock and open 5 days per week.

✔ Effective Study Guidance & Support: We help students study smarter with expert guidance, H1 notes, and class recordings, providing everything they need to boost their exam performance.

✔ Recordings of Every Grind: Never miss a class again! These recordings are also a great study resource.

✔ Seminars for Parents: We invite parents to attend several talks throughout the year on how to support their child throughout the State Examinations journey.

✔ Exclusive Discounts to Our Revision Courses: As a grinds student with us, you’ll receive discounts on our Christmas and Easter Revision courses.

How the 6th Year Applied Maths Grinds Work

1 X Weekly In-Person Exam-Focused Classes (75 mins + 10 min Q&A)

A weekly exam focused Applied Maths Grind that helps grow students’ confidence and exam performance. After all Applied Maths grinds, there are 10-minute Q&A sessions with our teachers, allowing time to tackle specific student challenges. Students can also choose to attend this grind online. A monthly note to parents will be sent out which will outline what topics are being covered and the schedule for the month ahead.

Supervised Study Lounge Access

Mon-Wed: 5pm-7:45pm | Thur: 4pm-6:45pm | Sat: 10am-1pm
Students attending the Maths Academy have access to a quiet, structured space for focused study at our new State-of-the-art Campus in Blackrock Co. Dublin.

Effective Study Guidance & Support

We help students study smarter with expert guidance, H1 notes, and class recordings, providing everything they need to boost their exam performance.

All Applied Maths Grinds come with Kevin Fitzpatrick’s renowned Applied Maths Notes

A comprehensive, expertly designed revision tool — ideal for continuous learning.

The Applied Maths Grinds unique teaching Methodology & Interactive style

52 Skills / IMED (Identify, Method, Execute & Marking)

CAO & Guidance Webinar Series for parents

Led by expert career advisor Kay, giving families clarity and direction.

Flexible Payment Options

Spread the price of grinds over easy instalments.

Exclusive Discount on our Christmas & Easter Revision Courses

Perfect for revision, catch-up, and reinforcing key concepts.

Applied Maths Grinds Schedule

Attend one of our 75 min Weekly Grinds + 10 min Q&A In-Person or Online;
Thursdays	6:45pm - 8:00pm

The Benefits of our Grinds Programme

Expertly Guided Exam Strategy & Skills Development

Master the structure, technique, and mindset required to excel in high-stake examinations, led by motivating experienced teachers.

Time Management Mastery & Proven Study Techniques

Gain access to advanced study frameworks and time management strategies tailored for peak academic performance.

Confidence Through Consistency

Minimise exam-day anxiety with frequent, structured in-class assessments that build familiarity and confidence over time.

The Power of In-Person Learning

Benefit from the richness of face-to-face instruction, immediate feedback, and real-time academic engagement, unmatched by virtual alternatives.

A Culture of Excellence & Belonging

Thrive in a nurturing, inclusive environment where passionate teachers and motivated peers create a dynamic, success-driven community.

Surrounded by Support

Study alongside like-minded students who inspire and challenge you to reach your full potential.

Meet Your Applied Maths Teacher

Kevin Fitzpatrick

Kevin is an Applied Maths, Physics, and Maths teacher who completed a Science Education degree and Professional Masters of Education in Maynooth University.

His teaching style focuses on building a rapport with his students, and helping them gain confidence through familiarisation with the curriculum and by using proven exam techniques. Kevin scaffolds his learning such that students can comprehend abstract questions, understand the logic behind them, and execute the appropriate tactics to achieve top marks. Clear instruction, higher-order questioning, and referencing past papers are at the core of his lessons.

Kevin aims to instil a passion for Applied Maths in his students and enjoys making cross-curricular links to his other subjects. He has a wealth of experience teaching Leaving Certificate students and helping them attain excellent results. Kevin is a member of the IAMTA (Irish Applied Maths Teachers’ Association) and frequently attends the latest CPD courses to stay up-to-date about the most recent curriculum developments.

What Our Applied Maths Grinds Cover

Kevin will teach 8 topics in this order in the Applied Maths grinds: Uniform Accelerated Motion, Relative Velocity, Projectiles, Newton’s Laws, Collisions, Differential Equations, Moments of Inertia and Hydrostatics

Applied Maths is a difficult subject requiring students to have a good standard of Maths. Less than 2000 students sit this exam annually. Students who study this subject have an advantage when studying Science and Engineering in college. Leaving Cert Applied Maths involves solving problems that can be quite complex.

Kevin will take you through the techniques to attack complex problems in the simplest way possible. He teaches you to get to the heart of a problem using the most efficient and effective methods. This is critically important as students have only two and a half hours to complete the Leaving Cert Applied Maths paper.

Topics covered in this course;

Difference Equations

Differential Equations

Calculus

Networks & Graphs

Optimal Paths

Projectiles

UAM

Grinds Fees

Final 5-Week Offer: 50% Off All Weekly Grinds (This Offer Extends to Siblings too! )

When Paid in Full

1st Subject

€199.99

WAS: €399.99

SAVE €200.00

2nd Subject

€99.99

WAS: €199.99

SAVE €300.00

3rd Subject

€99.99

WAS: €199.99

SAVE €400.00

Additional Subjects

€99.99

each

SAVE €500.00+

Where can you attend these grinds?

Our live, interactive grinds are available in two formats, both designed to offer you full engagement and access to top-quality instruction

In-Person: Join us in person at our Blackrock location for classroom-based grinds.

Online: Attend our grinds online, from anywhere in Ireland, with fully interactive live-streamed classes.

Whichever option you choose, you’ll be able to ask questions and interact with our teachers throughout each session. All classes come with our renowned Dublin Academy study notes. If you attend via live-stream, we’ll post the notes to your home at no extra charge. As a Grinds student, you will also have access to the archive of class recordings, meaning you will never miss a class.

Our Leaving Cert grinds focus on what's essential for the exams. Our teachers cut through the unnecessary material to concentrate solely on the core content, helping you maximize your exam performance.

What is the schedule for grinds?

Start Date:
Classes commence week beginning Monday 1st September 2025.

Please note, classes will NOT be held on the following dates:

Mid-Term Breaks:
Monday 27th October- classes resume Monday 3rd November 2025
Monday 16th February – classes resume Monday 23rd February 2026

Christmas Holidays:
Monday 8th December 2025 – classes resume on Monday 5th January 2026

Easter Holidays:
Monday 30th March - Sunday 12th April 2026

Final Classes:
Saturday 16th May 2026

Please note that on bank holidays, our classes will not run in person or online live-stream. Instead, we’ll provide a high-quality recorded session that you can watch at your convenience. Thank you for your understanding.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the schedule for grinds?

Start Date:
Classes commence week beginning Monday 1st September 2025.

Please note, classes will NOT be held on the following dates:

Mid-Term Breaks:
Monday 27th October- classes resume Monday 3rd November 2025
Monday 16th February – classes resume Monday 23rd February 2026

Christmas Holidays:
Monday 8th December 2025 – classes resume on Monday 5th January 2026

Easter Holidays:
Monday 30th March - Sunday 12th April 2026

Final Classes:
Saturday 16th May 2026

Can students ask questions in grinds?

Yes. Regardless of whether students are attending grinds in person or online via live-stream they will be free to ask our teachers questions.

How long are the grinds?

Leaving Cert weekly grinds are 75 minutes in duration. Junior Cert grinds are 60 minutes in duration.

Can I get recordings of the grinds?

As a Grinds student, you will have full access to the archive of class recordings, meaning you will never miss a class.

Can I change my choice of subject for my grind during the year?

Yes, however, please note that an administration charge of €25 will apply if a student decides to change their choice of subject during the year.

How do I access my live-streamed grinds and recordings?

You will access your live-streamed grinds and recrodings via our online learning management system, DASH (Dublin Academy School Hub). We will send you login details for this platform in advance of your grind.

If I opt for live-streamed grinds, how do I get my study notes?

Your study notes will be posted to your house free of charge in advance of your live-streamed grinds commencing. Please note, study notes will take up to 3 working days to arrive from the time of booking.

Can I try out the weekly grinds for free before signing up?

Yes, all students can attend a free trial of our weekly grinds to ensure they are happy with the service.

Do Weekly Grinds take place on bank holiday Mondays?

Hear from our Applied Maths Students

“A really good inclusive fun grind school that makes learning fun and makes you want to do it. The teachers treat their students as equals which makes us as students feel worthy. I found myself genuinely looking forward to the classes”

Attended our Applied Maths Grinds