Thousands of students prepare to sit Leaving Cert

Tens of thousands of Leaving Cert students are spending their last day studying ahead of the exams getting underway tomorrow.

The class of 2021 have the option of sitting the exams, accepting calculated grades or choosing both.

This year's results won't be released until the 3rd of September, just 4 days before the CAO offers are released.

Education Minister and Kerry Fianna Fáil TD, Norma Foley is wishing students the best of luck after a challenging year.