Procrastinating the Junior Cert: Why Sophie Chose Her Wardrobe Over Exams

Students with dyslexia often face significant barriers in traditional examination settings, where rigid assessment structures can exacerbate anxiety and academic disengagement. Recent reports from The Irish Times highlight how systemic limitations, such as insufficient time accommodations and a lack of nuanced understanding in classrooms, can lead to school refusal and profound emotional distress for students … Read more

Childhood Separation Trauma: A Personal Story

Modern boarding schools in Ireland are shifting away from the rigid, exclusionary systems of the past toward more egalitarian, student-centered environments. While enrollment has declined to over 3,300 students across 24 secondary schools for the 2024-2025 academic year, the experience is becoming increasingly flexible, with greater connectivity to home and student involvement in daily governance. … Read more