18th June 2025 14:13
DOTS is operating as expected.
If you encounter any issues, please check our FAQ here and contact us at dots@erc.ie.
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Welcome
The Educational Research Centre draws on 40 years of experience in test development and standardised testing to provide research-based, reliable information to schools about their students. All our tests have been specifically developed for the Irish population. The Drumcondras are developed by some of Ireland’s foremost educational researchers with Irish students and teachers in mind. Using DOTS, our state-of-the-art, online testing system, purchasing and administering your tests is hassle-free and seamless.​
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We provide tests in both Paper and Online formats for Primary and Post-Primary classes. For further information select a test from the navigation bar.