Leaving Cert grades still subject to an ongoing distorting effect

Leaving Cert students are about to discover the fruits of their labour

Leaving Cert students to receive results after six uniquely challenging years

2025 Leaving Cert results will be available on Candidate Self Service Portal on State Examinations Commission portal

Class of 2025 is largest group to sit the Leaving Cert for the first time - which may impact CAO

All you need to know about available places, viewing scripts and much more

Some 28% of CAO applicants this year are deferral students who received ‘bumper’ grades

No CAO applicant should allow the 1st July deadline to pass without reviewing their course choices

There is no need for parents to overhype the importance of the exams – students put themselves under enough pressure as it is

A candidate who secured 550 points last year can expect to get about 538 points in the 2025 exams due to efforts to gradually return exam results to pre-Covid levels

Simple steps can help students navigate stress and promote greater resilience

Final list of course choices must be submitted to the CAO by 5pm on July 1st  

You can still revise your CAO application before the July 1st deadline – here’s what to consider

For many students, the combination of small class sizes, hands-on projects and local work placements makes further education courses a strong choice

Timeline for this year’s college application process