Leaving Certificate Study Resources
Everything you need to succeed in your LC exams - study guides, past papers, and expert tips
Essential Resources
Effective Study Strategies
Create a Study Schedule
Break down your subjects into manageable daily study sessions
Practice Past Papers
Familiarize yourself with exam format and question types
Form Study Groups
Collaborate with classmates to discuss difficult topics
Take Regular Breaks
Use the Pomodoro technique - 25 minutes study, 5 minutes break
Stay Healthy
Maintain good sleep, nutrition, and exercise habits
Use Active Learning
Summarize, teach others, and create mind maps
Exam Day Success Tips
- Get a good night's sleep before exam day
- Prepare all necessary materials the night before
- Arrive at the exam center early
- Review your study notes one last time
- Eat a healthy breakfast
- Read all instructions carefully
- Plan your time for each section
- Start with questions you're most confident about
- Show all your working in calculations
- Review your answers if time permits
- Practice deep breathing exercises
- Use positive self-talk
- Focus on one question at a time
- Don't panic if you can't answer a question
- Remember that preparation pays off
Recommended Online Platforms
Remember that your mental health is just as important as your academic success.
Support Services:
- • SpunOut.ie - Youth mental health
- • Jigsaw.ie - Mental health support
- • School guidance counselor
- • Your GP or local health services
Warning Signs:
- • Persistent anxiety or stress
- • Changes in sleep or appetite
- • Loss of interest in activities
- • Difficulty concentrating
Disclaimer: While we strive to provide accurate and helpful resources, always verify information with official sources including the State Examinations Commission and your school.
These resources are compiled to support your studies but do not replace official guidance.