How to ace your state exams - tips and tricks for students and parents

Approach the start of the Leaving Cert and Junior Cert in confidence with this grade-A prep guide by former career guidance teacher Brian Murphy.

There are a number of important points you should bear in mind as the examination approaches:

1. Examine past examination papers. What has been asked before is frequently asked again. Answer many questions under mock examination conditions. Submit answers to your teacher. He/she may be able to offer advice on how to improve your answering technique.