Cork's Leaving Cert students: 'There were tears, but happy tears'

A sleepless night gave way to relief and joy as students received their exam results

Caoimhe Richmond, Elva Jose, Ciara Fitzpatrick and Eoin McCullough jump for joy after getting their Leaving Cert results at Glanmire Community College. Picture: David Creedon

It was a sleepless night for many teens in Ireland, but concern gave way to relief as the class of 2024 received their Leaving Certificate results.

Most of this year’s class did not sit the Junior Certificate due to covid-19 restrictions, so it was their first time doing State exams.