English

Name: The Dublin Academy of Education
Address: Stillorgan Plaza, Lower Kilmacud Rd, Co. Dublin, Blackrock, A94 H0X7, IE
Telephone: +353 1 442 4442

1st Year

Weekly Grind

On-Site

Online Live-Stream

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 Weekly Grinds student, you will also have access to the archive of class recordings back to September 9th, meaning you will never miss a class.

Teacher:

Ros Cleere

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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

Exam Focus

Exam Technique

Access Class Recordings

H1 Study Notes

How these English Grinds will help you:

Our teachers will introduce you to the Junior Cycle English and what you need to know to maximise your grade

You will develop a solid base in English that will set you up for success in the Junior Cycle English syllabus

Our teachers will provide you with their renowned H1 standard notes

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.

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 English Weekly Grinds

Weekly Grinds Fees

Subject	Price	Total	Savings
1st Subject	€339	€339	-
2nd Subject	€239	€578	€100
3rd Subject	€170	€748	€269
4th Subject	€170	€918	€438

When Paid in Full

1st Subject

€299

Total: €299

2nd Subject

€210

Total: €509

SAVE €89

3rd Subject

€150

Total: €659

SAVE €238

4th Subject

€150

Total: €809

SAVE €387

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the schedule for weekly grinds?

Start Date:
Classes commence week beginning Monday 9th September 2024.

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

Mid-Term Breaks:
Monday 28th October- classes resume Monday 4th November 2024
Monday 17th February – classes resume Monday 24th February 2025

Christmas Holidays:
Monday 9th December 2024 – classes resume on Monday 6th January 2025

Easter Holidays:
Monday 14th April - Sunday 27th April

Final Classes:
Saturday 24th May 2025

Please note weekly grinds take place as normal on bank holidays

Can students ask questions in weekly grinds?

Yes. Regardless of whether students are attending weekly grinds on-site or via live-stream they will be free to ask our teachers questions.

How long are the weekly grinds?

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

Can I get recordings of the weekly grinds?

As a Weekly Grinds student, you will have full access to the archive of class recordings back to September 9th, meaning you will never miss a class.

Can I change my choice of subject for my weekly 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 weekly grinds and recordings?

You will access your live-streamed weekly grinds and recrodings via our online learning management system, DASH (Dublin Academy School Hub). We will send you logins 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.