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Junior Cycle caters for students in the first three years of their post-primary education. The junior cycle was introduced on a phased basis between September 2014 and September 2021. It features revised subjects and short courses, a focus on key skills, and new approaches to assessment and reporting. Schools have more freedom to design junior cycle programmes that meet the learning needs of all students. For students, the junior cycle curriculum available in their schools is a mix of subjects and short courses as well as other learning experiences. In addition to classroom-based assessments, students complete state examinations at the end of their three year junior cycle and receive a Junior Cycle Profile of Achievement.

Classroom-based assessments:

During second and third year, students complete a number of Classroom-Based Assessments. In addition to classroom-based assessments, students complete state examinations at the end of their three year junior cycle and receive a Junior Cycle Profile of Achievement.
For a small group of students with special educational needs, priority learning units (PLUs) are provided. These components enable the statements of learning and key skills to become a reality for these students throughout their three-year junior cycle.
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The Junior Certificate programme is an essential educational milestone in Irish secondary schools. Lasting for three years, this programme focuses on a wide range of subjects, including core areas like English, Irish, and Maths, as well as various optional subjects that cater to students’ interests and career aspirations. The programme culminates in a series of examinations, which assess students’ knowledge and skills, and serves as a foundation for further education, including the Senior Cycle and Transition Year options. Emphasising both academic achievement and personal development, the Junior Certificate aims to equip students with the necessary competencies for their future educational endeavors and life beyond school. In Ó Fiaich College we offer a wide range of subjects at Junior Certificate including: English, Irish, Maths, History, French, Religion, Wood technology, Science, Business Studies, Home Economics, Music, CSPE, SPHE, Life Skills, Art and PE.

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