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In certain exceptional circumstances, a primary or post-primary student may be granted an exemption from studying Irish. School management hold the authority to grant an exemption.

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Find out how you can access Higher Education in Ireland A higher education admissions scheme for Leaving Certificate students (under 23) whose economic or social background are underrepresented in higher education Find out more about HEAR More about HEAR A higher education admissions scheme for Leaving Certificate students (under 23) whose disabilities have had a [...]

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CareersPortal is Ireland’s leading Careers Guidance website. It is a one-stop-shop for people of all ages who need information and guidance regarding their next career decision.

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readandspell.com

A highly accessible, multi-sensory course that teaches
touch-typing, reading and spelling at the same time.

Highly adaptive

Modular design

Phonics-based

Orton-Gillingham

Multi-sensory

UK & US versions

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readandspell.com A highly accessible, multi-sensory course that teaches touch-typing, reading and spelling at the same time. Highly adaptive Modular design Phonics-based Orton-Gillingham Multi-sensory UK & US versions Visit TTRS's website

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Use BBC Bitesize to help with your homework, revision and learning from KS1 to GCSE. Find free videos, step-by-step guides, activities and quizzes.

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Dyslexia Association Ireland | Supporting Children & Adults with Dyslexia

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Our vision is a dyslexia friendly society. Where everyone with dyslexia is enabled to fulfil their potential.

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Effective Interventions for Struggling Readers

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Effective Interventions for Struggling Readers

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NEPS Resources to Support Students with DCD

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NEPS Resources to Support Students with DCD

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2023 will no doubt provide us with a variety of challenges on all different levels. Irrespective of the year challenges remain for all members of the Autism Community our advocates and supporters as we strive to ensure that all autistic people get the SAME CHANCE in life!

So, for 2023 Take on the 20 for 23 Challenge this year for AsIAm.

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Welcome to AsIAm. We are Ireland's National Autism Charity. How can we help you? Lets get you to the right place

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ADHD Ireland | Our Mission is to make life better for people affected by ADHD

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The Department of Education's professional development service for maths teachers also provides a list of age-specific maths apps for iPad: just Google "Maths apps for Irish primary schools". They're all designed to be interactive and engaging, and may be particularly useful for building up the skills of children who are struggling.
IXL Maths Practice
(iPad/iPhone, Android, free)

Possibly the most relevant of all maths apps for Irish students. This carefully tracks the core curriculum from junior infants right through to sixth year of secondary school. Five-year-olds will count the number of dots on the screen, while those in fifth year will be looking at logarithms and trigonometry. There's plenty of visually engaging material and word problems. On the downside, however, much of the content is perhaps too close to the curriculum, so it might be a bit dull for some users, particularly older pupils. The app is free for limited use, but IXL membership offers added benefits. See

for details.
Suitable for
: all primary and secondary school pupils, as well as adults who would like to improve their maths skills.
Mystery Math Town
(iPad/ iPhone, €3.99, developed by Artgig Studio)

An engaging game for children aged five and over. It's part maths and part hide-and-seek, with a curious ghost rescuing fireflies, talking to townspeople on the way and unlocking rooms and passages. Players start with the answer and use a combination of numbers to solve the problem. A sneaky way to get kids to do extra maths; they'll barely even notice there are numbers involved.
Suitable for
: ages five to eight.
Number Monster
(iPad/ iPhone: €2.99, Android: €3.25, developed by Wombi apps)

This is a fun, simple and interactive game that helps preschoolers to learn to count from one to 20. A chatty monster talks children through the steps they need to take, and to suit children of differing abilities, parents can also enable visual cues at a setting.

There are two levels in this visually appealing game. It doesn't do much beyond the basics, however, so much of the value lies in the game element.
Suitable for
: ages two to five.
Symmetry School: Learning Geometry
(iPad/ iPhone, €3.99)

This brain-teasing game, designed by Irish firm PixelSoup, is for children of all abilities and levels. It focuses on geometry, getting kids to explore symmetry and shapes through puzzles. Kids who use Symmetry School will build on their capacity for spatial reasoning, problem-solving and visualisation. (It's also possible that a journalist or two might also have enjoyed playing with this one. Ahem.)

It's a great success story for Irish app developers, having shot to the top of the iTunes education app charts in its first week of release. Not the cheapest app out there, but worth the price.
Suitable for:
ages four to nine.
Math Workout
(iPad/iPhone, Android, free)

A few years ago, brain-training games were in vogue. Interest has waned somewhat, but adults should try and keep their reasoning and logic skills sharp, and maths is a great way of doing it. Math Workout was inspired by the Japanese Kumon education method, which is becoming increasingly popular in Ireland and across the western world. It features daily brain-training exercises and maths drills.

It's easy to see why this hugely addictive and enjoyable game is so popular. You'll be keen to beat your own scores and improve; I've been skipping coffee during the mid-afternoon slump and playing Math Workout instead.
Suitable for:
teens and adults
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Our top-50 education apps: maths and numeracy

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The Department of Education's professional development service for maths teachers also provides a list of age-specific maths apps for iPad: just Google "Maths apps for Irish primary schools". They're all designed to be interactive and engaging, and may be particularly useful for building up the skills of children who are struggling.

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Learn on the go with IXL's free apps for iPad, iPhone, Android, and Kindle. Interactive questions, colorful awards, and more are right at your fingertips!

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Relaxation Techniques from the National Educational Psychological Service (NEPS) by Department of Education and Skills

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Have you been feeling anxious, worried or stressed lately? If so, this podcast might help. Find a quiet corner, get comfortable, press play and let a NEPS psychologist talk you through some relaxation techniques.

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Small Ways to Practice Self-Care in Difficult Times | Andy Crisis Wisdom

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We await the State Examination Commission Guidelines for RACE 2025-26.