Reformed Leaving Cert will focus on critical thinking, minister confirms

The Government is committed to reforming the Leaving Certificate to provide "a quality education", said Norma Foley, the education minister. Picture: Sasko Lazarov/Rollingnews.ie

The Government is "committed" to reviewing and reforming the Leaving Certificate and the post-primary curriculum, prioritising critical thinking, problem-solving, and continuous assessment.

That's according to Norma Foley, the education minister, who addressed delegates at the annual Joint Managerial Body (JMB) education conference on Thursday.