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Our Physics grinds will dispel the myth that you need a high standard of Maths to succeed in Leaving Cert Physics. We'll cover all areas of the Physics course in a clear and concise way, with a focus on applying this knowledge effectively in an exam setting.
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How our Physics Grinds will help you:

We will cover the whole course with you in a clear and concise way ensuring you have no gaps in your knowledge
Past State Exam questions will be dissected in grinds to demonstrate how to answer to a H1 standard
The Physics study notes you'll receive will contain 100s of past exam question with fully worked solutions

Meet your Physics 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 is a member of the IAMTA (Irish Applied Maths Teacher’s Association) and frequently attends the latest CPD courses to leave no stone unturned. He aims to instil a passion for Applied Maths in his students and enjoys making cross-curricular links to his other subjects. Kevin has a wealth of experience teaching Leaving Certificate students and helping them attain excellent results.


John McCarthy

John is a University of Limerick graduate with over a decade of experience in the teaching profession having spent time teaching in both public and private schools in Ireland and Australia.

John’s teaching style puts the student at the centre of the learning process. This enables students to achieve at the highest levels through reflection and measured guidance. He is passionate about teaching and has a practical approach to his subjects with a focus on the exams.

His philosophy is that every student can learn whatever they put their mind to. All students learn in different ways and at different paces so it is essential to instil the correct working habits and mindsets in any good learning environment. John is passionate about co-curriculars and has successfully mentored many students to win prizes in the BT Young Scientists Competition.

Weekly Grinds Fees

When Paid in Full:

Subject Price Total Savings
1st Subject €1,039 €1,039 -
2nd Subject €520 €1,559 €520
3rd Subject €520 €2,079 €1,038
4th Subject €520 €2,599 €1,553
5th Subject €520 €3,119 €2,077
6th Subject €520 €3,630 €2,595

When Paid by Instalment Plan:

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

More Information on our Physics Grinds

You do not need to have a high standard of Maths to succeed in Leaving Cert Physics. You need to be competent at manipulating formulae and using your calculator. As the course is quite long, you need to be very well prepared. You need to know definitions, demonstration of experiments, proofs and real-life Physics applications. Our teachers notes organise the physics course so all you need to do is carry out the work as set out in the notes.

 

Recently exam papers have tended to have questions with mixed topics meaning omitting parts of the course is risky. For example, last year’s paper included a question on nuclear physics where students had to carry out a heat calculation. With this in mind, it is essential that you try to cover most of the course. Leaving out major topics like Electricity is not an option.

 

Section A is an experimental section. Our teachers provides students with a workbook allowing students to carry out a write-up of all the experiments.

 

All leaving cert questions relevant to a topic appear at the end of each set of notes. Full solutions to all questions in the notes are provided.

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?

We do not offer recordings of our on-site or live-stream weekly grinds. Students attending our weekly grinds will have the option of adding our On-demand grinds videos to their chosen subject for just €145 (normally €525). The On-demand grinds contain over 40 hours of high-quality videos shot from our school studio covering the entire Leaving Cert curriculum in each subject.

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?

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

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