Dyslexia Association says Leaving Cert is too narrow and unforgiving

The focus of Leaving Cert exams has been linked to mental health problems and stress among students. Picture: Ben Birchall

The current system of assessment in senior cycle is “too narrow” and has an “unforgiving nature”, the Dyslexia Association of Ireland (DAI) has said.

The focus of Leaving Cert exams has been linked to mental health problems and stress among students.