Maria Coone, a Leaving Certificate student from Wexford, secured the maximum 625 points and decisively chose to pursue teaching over medicine, fulfilling a lifelong educational ambition.
The release of Ireland’s annual Leaving Certificate exam results has triggered a wave of relief and disappointment among secondary school students, while a few pupils celebrated perfect scores across multiple subjects.
Twins from Drogheda's St Oliver’s school achieved outstanding results in their Leaving Certificate exams, leading to a double celebration for their family.
Anastasia Constantinou, a middle-aged woman, has received her high school leaving certificate with top honors in Cyprus, decades after she initially left school, earning congratulations from the Education Minister.
The Irish Leaving Certificate economics exam included a topical paper with questions on both Irish and global climate issues. Students reportedly found the questions wordy, leading to time constraints during the 150-minute exam.
The Kerala Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) admit cards for the 2026 SAY (Save A Year) examination have been released. Students can download their admit cards from the official website, sslcexam.kerala.gov.in.
A student who left school in second year is now tackling the Leaving Certificate exams, aiming for maximum points after being motivated by a psychiatrist's comment.
A student doctor addressed Leaving Certificate pupils, emphasizing that their best efforts are sufficient. The message aimed to motivate students facing the pressures of their final exams.
The Leaving Certificate examinations are scheduled to commence next week in Ireland, with advice being offered to students on managing stress during the exam period.
With five weeks until the Leaving Certificate exams, an article offers ten pieces of advice for students to prepare their mind and body, emphasizing the importance of mental and physical well-being during this stressful period.
Educators in Germany are warning that the significance of Abitur (German high school leaving certificate) grades as a qualification for university admission is steadily decreasing, prompting discussion on its implications for students.
The Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBOSE) has declared the Class 10 Secondary School Leaving Certificate Examination 2026 results, with direct links available on various websites for students to check their scores.
A study by the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) indicates that even short absences of three days or less from school at age 13 can negatively affect a student's Leaving Certificate results, as well as their health, wellbeing, and social connectedness.
An article provides guidance and important dates for students preparing for the Leaving Certificate exams, including key CAO calendar dates, links, reminders, and information about fees.
Approximately 17,000 members of the Teachers' Union of Ireland are set to vote on potential strike action regarding pay, raising concerns about disruptions to national Leaving Certificate examinations.
School principals across Wexford are praising the resilience of students returning to campuses to collect their final exam results, highlighting post-pandemic academic recovery.
Two students from Gorey expressed joy and disbelief after achieving perfect results in their Leaving Certificate examinations, describing the accomplishment as 'a bit unreal.'
Approximately 6,800 applicants who are not competing with those awaiting 2026 Leaving Certificate results will receive their CAO Round Zero offers today.
New data reveals that nine out of ten secondary school students in Ireland successfully complete their Leaving Certificate. This high retention rate places Ireland second only to Croatia within the European Union.
The Leaving Certificate Applied program in Ireland is highlighted as a beneficial option for students who are more practical learners, due to its reduced emphasis on traditional exams.
Thousands of students across Ireland have begun sitting their Leaving Certificate and Junior Certificate state examinations. Students in various counties, including Waterford, Tipperary, and Wexford, expressed a mix of nerves and relief as they started their exams.
A record number of over 145,000 students across Ireland began their State examinations, including the Leaving Certificate. This marks a significant increase in participation for the annual exams.
The State Education Minister announced that the Kerala SSLC (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) examination results for the year 2026 are scheduled to be declared on May 15.
The 'Politics and Society' subject in the Irish Leaving Certificate celebrates ten years, providing students with opportunities to actively participate in discussions and develop their citizenship skills.
Ireland's Minister for Education, Hildegarde Naughton, has defended the reintroduction of exam fees for Leaving Certificate and Junior Cycle students this year.
A new study by the ESRI has found a direct correlation between school absence and lower educational qualifications, as well as poorer wellbeing in early adulthood.
Irish businessman and athlete Sam Mulroy discusses his Leaving Certificate results and emphasizes that academic performance does not solely determine future success.
Lana Dowling shares her personal experience of feeling 'lost' during secondary school and how PLC (Post Leaving Certificate) courses significantly helped her build a future and find a close-knit community.
Over 5,300 students across Ireland have received their Leaving Certificate exam results, with many schools reporting strong performances. Students expressed excitement and relief as they marked the end of their secondary education journey.
Grinds 360, an online education platform offering Leaving Certificate subject lessons, has seen its losses rise to €1.19 million, despite being backed by prominent figures Brian O’Driscoll and Caelan Doris.
There is public outcry in Imo State, Nigeria, after primary school pupils were reportedly forced to sit for their First School Leaving Certificate and Common Entrance exams in darkness due to severe delays.
An article highlights the significant challenges and long timelines women face in securing permanent academic positions in science, noting it can take 13-18 years post-Leaving Certificate.
The State Examinations Commission has apologized for an error found in the Leaving Certificate biology paper, assuring students that the mistake will be taken into account during the marking process. This comes as students continue to sit other exams, including French and history.
Students in Galway expressed optimism and a sense of normalcy after completing their first Leaving Certificate exam, marking a significant milestone in their academic year.
Students and educators are making their final preparations as the Leaving Certificate exams are set to begin, with many reflecting on their last day before the assessments.
The mother of a Leaving Certificate student is advocating for dyslexic students to receive extra points in exams to compensate for their disadvantage, calling the current 10-minute extension 'insulting'.
The youngest Irish person to have summited Mount Everest shared advice with students preparing for their Leaving Certificate exams, encouraging them with the message that "it all works out."
The Tamil Nadu SSLC (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) results for 2026 are scheduled to be announced on May 20. Historically, districts in south and central Tamil Nadu have performed well.
The Karnataka Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) Class 10 exam results for 2026 have been released or are imminent. Students can access their marks memos and download results through official websites and the DigiLocker platform.
The SSLC (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) examination has commenced smoothly in Raichur, indicating an organized start to the crucial student assessments.
A report has advised the Department of Education to immediately halt the implementation of a specific component of science exams in the Leaving Certificate due to health and safety concerns for students.