Coláiste Eoin Hacketstown

Senior Cycle Programme

Senior Cycle Programme

🔗 Senior Cycle Resources

Choosing subjects for Senior Cycle is an important step, and we are committed to supporting students and families throughout that journey. In addition to the information provided on our Senior Cycle Subject Options page, the resources below offer helpful national guidance on curriculum, assessment and future pathways.


Curriculum & Assessment

📘 NCCA – Senior Cycle Curriculum & Reform
Curriculum specifications and updates on Senior Cycle developments.
https://www.ncca.ie/en/senior-cycle

📝 State Examinations Commission – Exams & Past Papers
Official examination information, timetables and past papers.
https://www.examinations.ie


Pathways & Progression

🎓 CareersPortal – Subject Explorer & Career Links
Explore subject content and possible career routes.
https://careersportal.ie/school/subject_explorer.php

🏫 CAO – Higher Education Applications
Information on third-level courses and entry requirements.
https://www.cao.ie

🛠 SOLAS – Apprenticeships
Explore apprenticeship pathways and opportunities.
https://apprenticeship.ie

📚 FETCH – Further Education & Training Courses
Search Further Education and Training courses nationwide.
https://www.fetchcourses.ie


Students are also encouraged to speak with our Guidance Department, who work closely with families to support subject selection, progression planning and informed decision-making throughout Senior Cycle.

Jul 01
2026
Deadline for students to amend their course choices and order of preference on CAO applications.
Aug 21
2026
Leaving Certificate Results
Aug 26
2026
Teacher training & Subject Planning Meetings - Full Day (Teachers Only)
Aug 27
2026
1st Year Students Only - Induction-half day – 8.50am-1.05pm.
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