There's been some substantial backlash
Image via Twitter @NormaFoleyTD1Controversial 'school profiling' may have to be used if a decision is taken to opt for a hybrid leaving certificate this year.
A decision is expected soon in relation to what form the state exams will take this year, but according to the Irish Times, the Government has been advised that profiling may be needed to counteract grade inflation.
The examination of a schools historical performance had been under consideration in 2020, but was dropped after claims it could penalise students attending schools in disadvantaged areas.
There's already been substantial backlash to the suggestion, with the Labour Party threatening a motion of no confidence in Education Minister Norma Foley:
If Minister Foley persists with School Profiling proposal as reported today, @labour will consider a motion of no confidence in her & will discuss the matter with other opposition parties.
Enough is enough.
This needs to go back in the elitist box it came in.#HybridLC2022
— Aodhán Ó Ríordáin (@AodhanORiordain) January 27, 2022
