'It's really demotivating': Students campaign to change new Junior Cycle grading system

Under the new scoring system, students just see the grade they receive, and do not know whether they scored at the higher or lower end of the bracket. File picture: Denis Minihane

Students campaigning for changes say the new Junior Cycle scoring system, which replaces the traditional A, B, C, and D grades with distinctions and merits, is demotivating and disheartening.

Transition year students at Coláiste Bhríde in Carnew, Co Wicklow, have launched a national campaign to change the new Junior Cycle grading bands, while highlighting the impact on students and teachers.