English Trial

5th Year

Free Trials

In-Person

Trial our Weekly Grinds. Our Leaving Cert 5th Year English grinds will help you improve your grade by teaching you how to effectively approach and answer English exam questions. As a Grinds student, you will also have access to the archive of class recordings, meaning you will never miss a class.

Teacher:

Gavin Cowzer

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What is included in our Free Trials:

You can experience our expert teaching first-hand for a free 75-minute grind covering a topic on the course.

All of our teachers write their own H1 study notes for their subjects, focusing on past and probable exam questions that they feel you need to know for this year's exam. Our free grinds include free notes that you will receive at your grind.

Our teachers strip away the unnecessary sections of each subject and focus solely on the core, examinable material, the aim of which is increasing your exam performance.

How the 5th Year English Grinds Works

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

A weekly exam focused English Grind that helps grow students’ confidence and exam performance. After all english 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 English grinds have access to a quiet, structured space for focused study at our new State-of-the-art Campus in Blackrock Co. Dublin.

The English Mock Exams with Detailed Solutions

Our English teachers will produce their own mock exams based on their predictions for the upcoming Junior Cycle English exams, and provide full solutions for students. There will be two Mock English Exams held throughout the year.

All English Grinds come with Gavin Cowzer’s renowned English Notes

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

The English grind 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 3 easy instalments.

Exclusive Discount on our Christmas & Easter Revision Courses

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

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 English Teacher

Gavin Cowzer

Gavin’s integration of language-learning skills based on the acquisition of language, such as phonics, provides all students with a strong foundation ensuring that they achieve the best possible grades in exams.

Gavin Cowzer is considered to be one of the leading English teachers in Ireland. Having a strong passion for the subjects, including obtaining a Master’s degree, Gavin’s style of teaching covers the syllabus in a clear and concise way, giving students the tools they need to successfully manage the likely exam questions. He has experience correcting exams, which gives his students an edge in a subject which is often assumed to be an art. Over the years, Gavin has developed a strict method to doing well in the English exam, which consistently helps his students reach great results. He has also been an expert contributor on Leaving Cert English for RTÉ Radio.

What our English Grinds cover:

These English grinds focus on building the techniques that the examiner expects you to be able to both use and analyse. You will be confident that you have our formula with which to navigate the probable exam questions.

These grinds focus on firstly building an awareness of what the examiner wants and then providing the confidence to be able to supply it. As our teachers have said over the years: It is a myth that English can’t be trained for.

The following topics will be covered:

Essay Writing

Questions A & B

The Single Text

Unseen Poetry

Studied Poetry

Comparative Text

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

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.

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?

Improve Your Grades: Our Grinds are specifically designed to improve performance in the State Exams. Students who attend our Grinds see an improvement of 23 CAO points on average.

Exam Focus: We will cover the key points in every topic on the course curriculum with a specific focus on the material most likely to appear on the exam.

Exam Technique: We will show you the standard of question that you will be expected to answer in the exam and how to ensure you get all of the marks on offer.

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

H1 Study Notes: You will work from specially designed, exam–focused notes and sample questions, with fully worked solutions which will be an invaluable study resource.

You can experience our live and interactive free courses by attending classes either:

In-Person: We offer on-site classroom-based free courses in our Blackrock location.

Online: We also offer you the option of attending our free courses via live-stream meaning you can participate from anywhere in Ireland.

Regardless of which option you select, you will be able to interact with our teachers and ask questions. Leaving Cert weekly grinds are 75 minutes in duration and Junior Cert grinds are 60 minutes in duration. All classes are accompanied by our renowned Dublin Academy study notes. If you opt for online grinds, our study notes will be available by email prior to the class.

The foundation of our grinds is ‘exam focus’. Our teachers strip away the unnecessary sections of each subject and focus solely on the core, examinable material, the aim of which is increasing your exam performance.

Hear from our Accounting Students

“Don really helped me get my head around some of the tougher topics on the exam. I thought he was really relatable and had a great way of teaching the subject.”

Attended Don's Accounting Grinds