To help you be as productive as you can we have put together a list of 5 apps every student should use.

1.Forest

Forest is an app that is wonderful for helping you to stay as focused as possible for short periods of time and then allows you to take timed breaks. It is essentially a timer in which a tree grows while you are studying. It helps you to avoid distractions as when you leave the app before the timer ends the tree dies.

2.Notion

Notion is a note taking app that allows you to keep all your notes... (More)

It’s that time of year again. Preparing for your summer exams is a difficult time for many. This year, for third years especially, summer exams are more important than usual. This article, Advice for your Summer Exams, sets out to discuss how you can effectively prepare in the lead up to your exams, so you get the grades you deserve.

1. Know The Exam Layout

Ensure that you’re aware of the layout of the exam. This will help you to feel more comfortable on the day and help you to achieve better results.

If you’re unaware of... (More)

On Monday 1 March the first four class groups at primary level – junior and senior infants, first and second class – and final year Leaving Certificate students will return to in-school provision. This phase will also see a return to full attendance for children in special schools, as well as children in early start pre-school classes and early intervention special classes for children with autism or hearing impairment.

Monday 15 March is the target date for the return to in-school provision of the rest of primary school children – third to sixth class, and fifth year Leaving Certificate students.... (More)