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Has the college points race become unsustainable?

Ireland’s senior cycle curriculum is evolving, but the CAO third‑level entry system remain...

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11.30 10 Mar 2026


Has the college points race become unsustainable?


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11.30 10 Mar 2026


Ireland’s senior cycle curriculum is evolving, but the CAO third‑level entry system remains the same which has led to calls for change. Has the points race become unsustainable? And what would a more inclusive pathway look like? 

All to discuss with Paul Crone, the Director at National Association of Principals and Deputies.  


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