Maths (H)

5th Year

Weekly Grind

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Our 5th Year Maths grinds are designed to build your confidence in Higher Level Maths and to help you maximise your grade in the State Exam. Maths is the only subject worth 125 points in the Leaving Cert so we ensure students don't fall behind in 5th Year. As a Grinds student, you will also have access to the archive of class recordings, meaning you will never miss a class.

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: 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.

Meet Your Maths Teacher

David Lewis

David has over 10 years experience teaching Maths and Biology at the highest level and he specialises in giving students a clear, fundamental understanding of the syllabus. He is fascinated by innovative new ways of creating effective, personalised exam strategies which students find hugely beneficial and are proven to achieve results.  As an examiner in both Biology and Maths, David is acutely aware of the common errors students make which cost them marks and prevent them from achieving their best result. 

David is a member of the Irish Mathematics Teachers’ Association (IMTA) and has authored a Junior Certificate Science textbook "Less Stress, More Success”. His organised approach, energy, and ability to relate to students has resulted in him becoming one of our most popular teachers.


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 Maths Grinds Cover

These 5th Year Maths grinds are emphasised by their exam-focused nature, with a huge focus on taking advantage of the marking scheme.

 

The following topics will be covered:

 

Algebra
Calculus
The Line & Circle
Statistics
Trigonometry

Grinds Fees

When Paid in Full

1st Subject
€1,099
2nd Subject
€549
3rd Subject
€549
4th Subject
€549
5th Subject
€549
6th Subject
€549

When Paid by Instalment Plan

1st Instalment
€476.23

Due: 23-06-2025

2nd Instalment
€366.33

Due: 28-10-2025

3rd Instalment
€366.33

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 Maths Students

“David exceeded all my expectations, genuinely one of the best teachers I’ve ever ever had, he is the reason I’m passing class exams, keep doing what he’s doing”

Attended David's Maths Grinds

“David is just a great teacher, he knows the subject and marking scheme inside out and gets the info across in ways that keep you interested. He is excellent at what he does.”

Attended David's Maths Grinds