Schools in Ireland

Ireland is used a method of teaching very different from the rest of Europe. He is recognized as one of the best school systems. Primary education in Ireland consists of six years of study until the age of 12.11 years, followed by the so-called "Irish Secondary School" which is divided into two cycles: Junior Cycle (1st, 2nd and 3rd years) and Senior Cycle (4th , fifth and sixth years). During the three years of Junior Cycle, the students undertake an average 9 to 11 subjects (within these, five are required), a list of 27 approved by the Department. Education. At the end of the third year, all students take a national exam called the Junior Certificate Examination when finished compulsory education determined by the country. The fourth year is called the Senior Cycle Transition Year and includes academic and vocational subjects. During the fifth and sixth years, students usually cause 5 to 8 subjects (from a list of 31), specialized and intensive courses, preparing for the Leaving Certificate (national exam). This is both a final exam to graduate as well as credits for admission to a university. The school year is similar to that of England, as we read in the books is divided into three parts: From September to December, January to April and April to June. Among closely for a vacation two weeks in addition to the summer holidays that occur from June to September.