Leaving Certificate

Leaving Certificate Programmes
Leaving Certificate:


All students study the core subjects, English, Irish, Mathematics, Physical Education & Religious Education. In addition to the core subjects students choose four other subjects from the following options:

  • Accounting Construction Studies History
  • Art Engineering Home Economics
  • Biology French Physics
  • Business Geography Technical Drawing
  • Chemistry German Agricultural Science
  • Applied Mathematics Economics

Irish, English and Mathematics classes are formed according to level (Higher, Ordinary, Foundation). The classes are reviewed in light of the Junior Certificate results. Option subject choice for senior cycle: During April each student will be given a form which they will complete and sign. Students will be able to change option subjects after Junior Certificate results, subject to availability. Any request for a change of option subject will follow school procedures and will require the approval of the Principal.

The option blocks are structured so that a student may take:

  • Biology, Chemistry and Physics plus French or German.
  • Accounting, Business and Economics.
  • Biology and Home Economics.
  • Biology and Agricultural Science
Feb 11
2026
2nd Year Hurling (Away)
Feb 12
2026
TY Bodhrán Making Workshop
Feb 16
2026
Midterm Break
Feb 18
2026
3rd Year - Merchant of Venice Play
Kells, County Meath, A82N677
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