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Intensive Leaving Cert Courses
Revision in a wide variety of Leaving Cert. subjects, taught by expert teachers.
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Weekly Grinds in many subjects, with extensive exam preparation, study notes & support for the best results.
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HPAT Preparation Course »Who we are:
Independent Academy is a centre for Leaving Cert Excellence.
We provide exam-focused evening and weekend Leaving Certificate grinds together with intensive Christmas, February Mid-Term, Easter, Final Revision, and Oral Language Preparation Courses for Leaving Certificate students throughout the year.
Independent Academy also runs tailored HPAT Preparation Courses for those hoping for a career in medicine. Our HPAT Preparation Course is based on the best worldwide research and interactive technology. Courses run at various times throughout the year.
Independent Academy is affiliated with Independent News and Media, a leading international News and Media Company with almost 3000 employees around the world.
Proven Exam Success:
Expert teachers including State Exam correctors and school text book writers.
Need Excellent Leaving Cert Points?
We have a highly experienced teaching team which includes State Exam correctors and school text book writers and we guarantee individual attention through our use of small classes. Our open door policy, expert-led weekly classes and intensive courses in a variety of Leaving Cert. subjects, and a strong focus on assessment and feedback has proven to be the best way to achieve excellence in the Leaving Cert.
Student Focused Learning:
Understanding how you learn is the first step on the path to a good Leaving Cert. result.
Everyone learns differently. We offer a complimentary learning styles analysis to all our students, allowing our students to maximise their learning potential:
“learners whose learning style matches with teaching or instructional style tend to retain information longer, apply it more effectively, and have more positive attitudes towards the subject”. Moallem (2002)
Easy Access Location:
Dawson Street, D2, beside Stephen’s Green and Grafton Street. Getting here is easy!
Independent Academy is located in the heart of Dublin City. Our campus, on Dawson Street, Dublin 2 provides easy access to all public transport systems, including the LUAS, Dart and bus services. We are also close to many public parking facilities.
State of the Art Facilities:
Air-con, Wi-Fi, Video Conferencing, Hi Tech Lighting. Designed for Students.
Recently refurbished to create a distinctive teaching and learning venue. Classes are purpose built to offer the best in comfort, style and technology. With full air conditioning, wireless high speed internet and networking, high performance lighting, and the latest presentation and video conferencing facilities, it is an ideal teaching and learning environment designed with the needs of the Leaving Certificate student in mind.
Expert Career Guidance:
A comprehensive range of career services at our career guidance centre offering aptitude testing, personality profiling and a balanced approach to the future.
We provide students with a wide range of services which will supply both the information and support necessary to make informed decisions when choosing subjects, planning study and making third level choices.
Quality career guidance will help a student in the important areas such as:
- Learning and study style
- How to study – planning and organisation
- Effective reading techniques
- Motivation and interest
- Choosing subjects and levels
- Knowing their aptitudes
- Knowledge of options – third level courses, post Leaving Certificate courses, apprenticeships and jobs
- Good attitude
- Keeping a balance
Students from any second level school may apply to Independent Academy to take any of the tests and guidance offered. The Centre is also particularly useful for mature students or third level students who have just completed college and may find themselves in need of some direction and guidance.
What Our Students Say
"I got my C3 I’m absolutely delighted and it’s all thanks to Matt. He is an excellent teacher and Independent Academy is lucky to have him. Thanks again for everything'.
L.S., 17 August 2011
'I was delighted to get a B3 today. I would have been over the moon with a C3 so to manage a B was much more than I expected. Thanks for all your support and help during the year.
K.H. August 2011
“I genuinely can’t sing the praises of Independent Academy highly enough. I won’t hesitate to recommend you to anyone who may be considering getting help with their studies.”
D.C, 17 August 2011
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