Weekly Grind
5th Year
Katie Lenehan
Katie Lenehan holds a degree in French and Spanish, and a Professional Masters in Education. Her training as a teacher was based on the most up to date education models and methodologies and is designed to ensure all students are catered for and can reach their goals in the most efficient way possible. Her knowledge of languages and linguistics, as well as teaching in some of the most prestigious schools in Dublin, will ensure that students obtain the best possible grades in their exams. Katie has also been an expert contributor on Leaving Cert Spanish and French for RTÉ Radio.
“I cant fault Katie in anyway at all she is a fantastic teacher who is always organised with a clear plan for each class. Her classes were incredibly enjoyable and made spanish easy to learn”
- Attended Katie's Spanish Grinds
You will learn what your examiner is looking for and be given notes on key topics.
The following topics will be covered:
- Grammar
- Reading Comprehensions (exam techniques & content)
- Oral Exam Preparation topic by topic & Role-plays
- Opinion Piece (structure, plans, vocabulary & sample answers)
- Dialogue Construction (repetitive structures, vocabulary & tenses)
- Diary Entry & Notes
Significant time is dedicated to preparing for the Oral Examination. This preparation includes: Free mock oral examinations during the year, one taking place before Christmas and one after, and each student is given a feedback sheet. Oral exam preparation starts at the beginning of the academic year as it is worth 25% of the overall grade.