English Welcome to Junior Cycle English. English in junior cycle aims to develop students’ knowledge of language and literature, to consolidate and deepen their literacy skills and make them more self-aware as learners.The specification sets out clear expectations for students, across the three integrated strands of oral language, reading and writing. To access the curriculum specification, assessment Assessment Assessment is the process of generating, gathering, recording, interpreting, using and reporting evidence of learning in individuals, groups or systems. Educational assessment provides information about progress in learning, and achievement in developing skills, knowledge, behaviours and attitudes. guidelines, and examples of student work click on the graphic. First Year Indicative Material 2024 Early Enactment of JC English 2020 View the specification PDF Suggestions for prescribed material