Online Irish Grinds For Students Of All Levels including Leaving Cert, Junior Cycle & University

Irish can be one of the most rewarding subjects to learn, but many students lack confidence when it comes to speaking, listening and using the language naturally.

One-to-one Irish tutors help students develop stronger communication skills while improving grammar, vocabulary and exam performance.

Whether you’re preparing for the Leaving Cert or Junior Cycle, getting ready for the Irish Oral, or are just looking to improve your fluency, lessons can be tailored to your individual needs at both Higher and Ordinary Level.

All lessons take place online, so you can work with an experienced Irish tutor from anywhere in Ireland.

 

Tutors

Hourly Rate: €35

Juliette Carroll-Breen

I was born in France, I’m fluent in French and received seven years of schooling ...

Experience:
I've been teaching music for two years, helping to prepare students for practical, melody-writing and...

Hourly Rate: €35

Hugh Carr

I’m a double honors graduate — First Class Honours in English and a 96% GPA ...

Experience:
5 years of experience teaching Junior and Leaving Cert Maths, Irish, Spanish, French. 800+ hours,...

Hourly Rate: €35

Conor Sowerby

I am in my third year of studying Actuarial and Financial Studies in UCD, where ...

Experience:
Taught grinds for 2 years in Maths, Irish, and Applied Maths. Received overwhelmingly positive feedback...

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Irish Grinds Focused On Real Language Skills

Strong Irish results come from understanding how the language works and using it confidently in different situations.

Tutors can help with:

  •     Oral Irish preparation, including the Sraith Pictiúr and general conversation
  •     Listening comprehension for the Aural exam
  •     Grammar and sentence structure, including verb tenses and the Modh Coinníollach
  •     Written Irish, including essays, stories, letters and debates
  •     Prescribed poetry and prose for Paper 2
  •     Reading comprehensions
  •     Vocabulary development

 

Students often know the material but struggle to express themselves under pressure. Lessons focus on building confidence through regular practice and personalised feedback. In the Leaving Cert, the Oral is worth 40% of the total Irish marks, so regular speaking practice with a tutor can make a real difference to a student’s final grade.

Start Learning in 3 Simple Steps

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Share your Goals & Schedule

Tell us what subjects, level, and teaching style your child needs so we can match you with the best online tutor.

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Find the Right Fit

We’ll email you to confirm we’ve received your request and forward your details to a relevant tutor.

We match you with experienced independant tutors specialising in online tutoring for Leaving Cert and Junior Cycle  grinds.

Your tutor will contact you within 24 hours

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You're on the Way to Your Degree

Once you’ve found the right fit, your tutor will take it from there.

We’ll check in to make sure you’re happy and offer an alternative if you want to switch after your first class.

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Learn Irish With Confidence

Language learning works best when students can practise regularly and receive meaningful feedback. Many students find Irish grammar the most challenging part of the language. Tutors break verbs, tenses and common mistakes into manageable steps, and those skills carry straight into the Oral, the Aural and the written papers.

One-to-one tuition creates a supportive environment where students can ask questions, make mistakes and improve at their own pace. Tutors adapt lessons around the skills that need the most attention, helping students become more comfortable using Irish in both academic and everyday settings.

Get matched with an Irish tutor who understands your goals and learning style.

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Irish Grinds FAQs

Can tutors help with the Irish Oral exam?

Yes. Tutors provide conversation practice and preparation for common Oral topics.

Is support available for grammar and written Irish?

Yes. Lessons can focus on grammar, sentence construction and written work.

Do tutors cover Irish literature?

Yes. Support is available for poetry, prose and other prescribed texts.

Are Irish Grinds online?

Yes. Our Grinds being online means you can focus on your lesson with your tutor rather than having to worry about a commute.