It’s not that they can’t do it — it’s that they stop believing they can. Confidence makes the difference, and that’s exactly what G² - Greystones Grinds is built to restore.
A study by the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) found that students often avoid or drop subjects like Maths and Chemistry not because they’re incapable — but because they lose confidence early and don’t feel supported.
“The decision not to take a subject often reflected a lack of confidence or concerns about difficulty rather than a lack of ability.”
— ESRI, Generate Study, 2022
In 2023, less than 14% of all Leaving Cert students took Higher Level Chemistry... not because they lack ability, but because they lose confidence along the way.
Many students drop from Higher to Ordinary Level Maths by 6th Year for the same reason.
At G² we work to change that. Students are placed in small groups, taught with structure and clarity, and supported to rebuild belief in their ability. Because when confidence returns, results follow.
I’m Caragh, a qualified secondary school teacher with over 20 years of classroom experience in Maths and Chemistry.
I’ve worked with students of every ability - from those aiming for top marks to those just trying to pass. What they all needed was clear explanation, structure, and someone who believed in them.
That’s what I offer through G²: a calm, focused space where students feel supported, build confidence, and achieve real results in the Junior Cycle and Leaving Cert.
✅ Qualified Secondary School Teacher
🎓 20+ Years of Experience
📍 Interactive In-Person Grinds in Greystones
🧠 Small Groups for the right pace and level
“Caragh has worked with our family for many years. She took both our daughter (now at University) and our son for Maths grinds.
Whilst at first our son wasn't particularly interested in Maths, under Caragh's tutoring he not only began to excel but became genuinely interested in the puzzle-solving aspect of the subject. Maths is actually now his favourite subject. Caragh’s help was totally transformative. He learnt to enjoy Maths so much that he went on to take it at Leaving Certificate, at higher level.
He has become confident and competent with Caragh at his side supporting him, encouraging him and pushing him to realise his potential. She has a fantastically positive approach and is a very skilled teacher who is brilliant with young people, she brings out the very best in them is patient, kind and tenacious and we all feel very lucky to have had her support..”
Mother of Higher Level Maths student
“Hi my name is Abi, I have just finished my first year in college to become a Primary School Teacher.
Caragh worked with me for two years giving me maths grinds. I really enjoyed working with Caragh, I have dyslexia and I found her way of teaching really worked with me. She simplified everything for me in such a way that I could understand it. Thank you Caragh”
Ordinary Level Maths student
“As the mother of a child with dyslexia I was so relieved when I found Caragh, she was amazing her lighted hearted ,high spirited approach to teaching was incredible.
She was so encouraging and supportive and my daughter bloomed and did very well in her Leaving Cert and got her points for college. Couldn’t recommend Caragh enough”
Mother of Ordinary Level Maths student
"I highly recommend Caragh. She provided chemistry grinds for my daughter leading up to her Leaving Certificate, and it made a significant difference. My daughter found her teaching excellent and very effective. If you're looking for a dedicated, skilled tutor Caragh is an excellent choice"
Parent of Leaving Cert Chemistry student
Group sizes are limited and adapted by level. If you'd like to check availability or ask a question, just send a quick message. Every student is different - let’s talk about what your child needs.
Let your child experience our supportive, structured small-group teaching with a low-pressure, high-value taster class before the school year begins. Spaces are limited, and tasters are fully redeemable if you decide to continue.
Killian House Family Centre,
La Touche Road,
Greystones,
Co. Wicklow,
A63 CK06
Space is limited so please WhatsApp me or use this form to contact me
