Primary School
What age do students go to primary school in Ireland?
4-12 years old
What ages do students attend secondary school in Ireland?
12-18 years old
How many subjects can a student study in Junior Cycle
12 subjects (10 mandatory subjects + 2 optional subjects)
True or false: Girls must wear a tie with their uniform
False
In America, students have the Prom. In Ireland students have....
the Debs
What is the first year of primary school called?
Junior Infants
How many years are students in secondary school?
6 years
Name the exams Irish students take instead of "le brevet"
The Junior Certificate
True or False: In primary school, students must wear a uniform
True
What is the name of the clothes boys wear to the debs?
A Tuxedo
Name the 2 languages that students can learn in primary school
English and Irish
What are the first three years in secondary school called?
Junior Cycle or 1st year, 2nd year and 3rd year
How many subjects can students study in Senior Cycle?
7 (4 mandatory+3 optional subjects)
What is the special skirt called that girls must wear?
A kilt
True or false: the Debs happens when you are in 5th year
False. It happens in 6th year
What is the final year of primary school called?
6th Class
What are the last three years in secondary school called?
Senior Cycle or 4th year, 5th year and 6th year
Name the exam Irish students take instead of "le bac"
the Leaving Certificate
What do the boys' and girls' uniform have in common?
A jumper and a shirt
What does the Debs celebrate?
Finishing Secondary School