English

1st Year

Weekly Grind

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Our English Department has designed our 1st Year grinds to cover the foundations of the English syllabus. Our tailored course gives you a firm grounding in what is required at Junior Certificate level. As a Grinds student, you will also have access to the archive of class recordings, meaning you will never miss a class.
Teacher:
Ros Cleere

Maximise your potential with our Weekly Grinds! Proven to help students achieve top marks, our expert-led sessions give students the best chance at state exam success.

Improve Your Grades Improve Your Grades
Exam Focus Exam Focus
Exam Technique Exam Technique
Access Class Recordings Access Class Recordings
H1 Study Notes H1 Study Notes

How These Grinds Will Help You

Improve Your Grades: On average students see a 15% -20% grade increase per subject.

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.

Meet Your English Teacher

Ros Cleere

Ros Cleere is an English and Irish teacher. He holds a degree in both his subjects and a Professional Masters in Education.

With a deep-rooted passion for fostering linguistic excellence, Ros employs personalised teaching methodologies to empower students in grasping language concepts effectively. Ros has worked with the state examinations commission correcting exam papers and has experience as an Oral Examiner for the Leaving Certificate, he possesses extensive knowledge of assessment methodologies and curriculum development, ensuring students achieve their full potential in their exams.

What Our English Grinds Cover

You will develop a solid base in English that will set you up for success in the Junior Cycle English syllabus. Our teachers will introduce you to the Junior Cycle English and what you need to know to maximise your grade. Our teachers will provide you with their renowned H1 standard notes.

 

Topics covered in this course;

 

Introduction to Junior Cycle English
PQEC Paragraphing
Language & Mechanics
Poetry
Drama
Fiction
Film Studies
Comprehending
Composing

Grinds Fees

When Paid in Full

1st Subject
€899
2nd Subject
€449

SAVE  €450

3rd Subject
€449

SAVE  €1,349

4th Subject
€449

SAVE  €1,799

When Paid by Instalment Plan

1st Instalment
€389.57

Due: 23-06-2025

2nd Instalment
€299.67

Due: 28-10-2025

3rd Instalment
€299.67

Due: 16-02-2026

*The above table is for one subject, you can also book multiple subjects via instalments
**Paying in instalments will increase overall price

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 75-minute 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.

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 grinds take place as normal on bank holidays

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?

Yes, weekly grinds take place as scheduled on bank holidays and public holidays throughout the year.

Hear from our English Students

“The teachers here are so understanding, and I was shocked by their depth of knowledge, and eagerness to help us succeed”

Attended our English Grinds