News - dyslexia

Extra exam time pilot launched for students with dyslexia and dyscalculia

In 2009, experts suggested to the State Examinations Commission that longer exam times would help these students perform to their potential and not be unfairly punished.

Nov 9, 2025 15:18

Leitrim teacher supports calls for extra exam time for students with dyslexia

Roscommon County Council backed this motion at their meeting last month.

Mar 2, 2025 09:32

Local Cllr calls for extra exam time for students with dyslexia

Independent Laurence Fallon told a council meeting one in 10 people have this learning disability.

Feb 9, 2025 13:17

Leitrim support worker calls for extra time in exams for dyslexic students

Extra time is not available for dyslexic students in second-level examinations in Ireland

May 11, 2023 13:31

Department of Education accused of failing local dyslexic students

Students with Dyslexia are not being allocated individual readers when it comes to the state exams says a local expert.

Jun 20, 2022 17:33

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