Does your kid need some extra help with their studies? Here’s our pick of the best tuition centres in Singapore!
Every parent has different reasons for sending their kids to extra classes after school. Perhaps you realise that there’s a particular subject that they’re struggling with; maybe they need a little boost in their studies, or it could just be that they appreciate some personalised guidance with their homework. Whatever your needs may be, it’s not difficult to find a range of options when it comes to tuition classes or after-school student care services that cater to kids of all age groups and school curricula.
But with so many amazing tuition and enrichment centres around, how do you pick the right one? Fret not; we’ve whittled the list down to make the decision a whole lot easier. Here’s our list of top tuition, enrichment, and student care centres in Singapore:
BEST TUITION AND ENRICHMENT CENTRES IN SINGAPORE
1. Nullspace Robotics
- Enrichment centre specialising in technology education
- Provider of Computer Enrichment Programmes across all Gifted Education Programme primary schools in Singapore from 2018 to 2023
- For ages five to 16
If you’re looking to get your child started on technology-based enrichment activities, you should definitely consider Nullspace Robotics! Established in 2018, this enrichment centre is one of Singapore’s leading technology education providers and comes with a list of impressive credentials. Not only has it been awarded the STEM.org Accredited trustmark, it’s also the appointed vendor by the Ministry of Education (MOE) to run the Computer Enrichment Programme for all nine Gifted Education Programme primary schools in the country from 2018-2023. Nullspace is also the organiser of the annual IDE (Innovation, Design, and Engineering) Series, a national level competition in coding, engineering, and robotics. At Nullspace, children learn engineering and programming concepts through hands-on learning experiences, including building and programming their own robots, creating games, or working on individual electronic projects. On top of regular weekly programmes, the centre also has fun holiday workshops for kids. Nullspace currently has training centres in Rochester Mall and Kallang Wave Mall. And we heard that a new centre will be opening in SAFRA Tampines during the upcoming June school holiday!
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2. AGrader Learning Centre
- Tuition and enrichment centre catering to local pre-primary, primary and secondary students
- Complimentary after-class support system provided
- 19 locations islandwide
A learning centre that also provides complimentary after-class support? That’s exactly what AGrader Learning Centre is! This tuition and enrichment centre chain has been around since 2013, specialising in English, Mathematics, Science, Chinese, and Creative Writing that are aligned with the local primary and secondary school syllabuses. Class sizes in AGrader are intentionally kept small (only 12 students per class) to ensure each student gets sufficient attention and help with their learning. On top of that, every AGrader student receives complimentary after-class support in the form of its proprietary EverLoop Improvement System – a bank of learning resources that students can access at home for revision purposes on top of their weekly lessons. There are past year papers, recorded lessons, revision packs, and all sorts of educational materials that are created by AGrader’s curriculum writers. With all these, it’s no wonder the centre has a proven track record of seeing over 83.4% improvement rate in more than 30,000 students without pre-selecting them!
AGrader Learning Centre’s website
3. Academia
- Tuition centre
- For children in Primary 1 and above
- Ten years of proven track record (and counting!)
Here’s a centre that’s on a mission to nurture empowered, smart, and confident students who are future-ready. Academia is founded by a Princeton grad and local top student, using a teaching method that blends the best of Singapore’s education system with strategies re-engineered from liberal arts colleges as well as educational institutions and research. Each subject is taught in an engaging manner; students are also equipped with the necessary skills to excel both academically and in the future. Aside from that, the curriculum at Academia is continuously refined by its teaching experts (including tutors from Oxbridge and the Ivy League) to provide students with the latest and most relevant learning experience. The result? The centre has produced over 60% of AL1s in the 2021 and 2022 PSLEs, almost 100% A/B scores for the 2021 and 2022 O-Levels, and over 70% Distinctions for the 2021 and 2022 A-Level General Paper.
4. The Eton Academy by EtonHouse
- Offers English, Mathematics, and Science subjects
- Uses a MOE-aligned curriculum that’s curated to ensure every child’s success
- For children aged three to 12
When it comes to academic-focused programmes, you can’t go wrong with the ones offered by The Eton Academy by EtonHouse. As part of the established EtonHouse Group, it specialises in providing English, Mathematics, and Science programmes that are aligned with the local MOE curriculum. The Eton Academy sets itself apart through its engaging lessons, which are designed with a child’s natural curiosity in mind. In Science and Mathematics lessons, children delve into case studies and real-world problems; while English lessons incorporate snippets from notable children’s books, empowering children to become confident and independent learners. This provides them with opportunities to think critically and develop their unique voice and confidence. By making lessons engaging, The Eton Academy cultivates a genuine passion for learning. The centre’s teachers possess a wealth of experience in teaching the MOE syllabus, leading classes with finesse and passion. Best of all? You can sign your child up for a trial class to see how The Eton Academy’s teaching methods can make a difference in your child’s learning!
The Eton Academy by EtonHouse’s website
5. Geniebook CAMPUS
- Started by Singapore’s leading edtech platform
- Provides an engaging and tech-enabled learning experience in four locations
- Caters to local Primary 3-6 levels
Say hello to the tuition centre of the future – Geniebook CAMPUS. This is the latest offering by Geniebook, a leading online learning platform, which has recently expanded to providing on-site tuition at four locations. Its physical tuition centres set themselves apart by providing the same highly personalised learning experience for children as its online platform. Geniebook CAMPUS does this through tech-enabled classrooms, complete with interactive smartboards, tablets, and teacher dashboards that are powered by over 300,000 questions. There are also tools that record your child’s learning activities, which you can view in the form of easy-to-understand infographics in their monthly progress reports. On top of that, your child has access to week-long support from experienced teachers at Geniebook CAMPUS – not just during lessons, but after them too. Another outstanding feature? Every child will receive assignments and feedback that are tailored to their strengths and areas for improvement. All materials are also created by Geniebook CAMPUS’ teachers, and are based on a robust framework that focuses on progressive mastery of learning units in English, Chinese, Math, and Science.
6. Chengzhu Mandarin Centre
- Enrichment centre for Chinese
- Caters for children from six months old to 12 years old
- Holiday camps available
Chengzhu Mandarin Centre offers Chinese enrichment classes at for children as young as six months using a learner-centred approach, where children learn while having fun. Classes are grouped into three categories: Adult Accompanied Programmes to teach the foundations of the Chinese language; Preschool Programmes, which focus on introducing the Chinese culture to students; and the School Years Programmes, which support students to achieve the standards set by MOE for primary school Chinese language curriculum.
Chengzhu Mandarin Centre’s website
7. Kumon
- Enrichment centre for Mathematics, English, and Chinese
- For ages three to secondary school level
- Fixed monthly fee per programme regardless of school level
Most parents will be familiar with Kumon, an enrichment centre known for its unique teaching method that helps children develop self-learning abilities. Fun fact: The famous Kumon Method was born from a parent’s love for his child! Its founder, Toru Kumon, prepared his own learning materials and came up with a self-study method to help his son gain proficiency in high school maths. He theorised that this will allow his son more time to pursue his interests and passion. Likewise, Kumon is confident that their method will help children learn, problem-solve, and achieve their full potential by themselves.
8. Busy Bees Learning Centre
- Tuition centre specialising in Chinese
- K1 to O Level programmes available
- Founded by experienced ex-teachers from a top local secondary school
If you’re looking for enrichment centres that specialise in Chinese Language programmes, Busy Bees Learning Centre should definitely be on your list. The centre offers an effective curriculum that’s developed by its three founders, all of whom are experienced teachers from a top secondary school in Singapore. As such, parents can be assured that the programme materials and teachers are very well-versed with the Chinese language syllabus as set by MOE. Busy Bees Learning Centre has three outlets currently: HillV2 and Balmoral Plaza.
Busy Bees Learning Centre’s website
9. Berries World of Learning School
- Chinese language enrichment centre
- Caters for N1 to Primary 6 levels
- Over 20 centres islandwide
Berries World of Learning School is designed around the concept of a garden. Students are regarded as seedlings who are being cared for and guided by teacher-gardeners. They reap the fruits of knowledge in the harvest stations, aka classrooms. Each Berries World centre has a library and storytelling rooms, where students learn Chinese in fun and experiential ways. Though classes may sound like all fun and games, rest assured that the Chinese curriculum taught at Berries World is tailored according to MOE’s requirements.
Berries World of Learning School’s website
10. Aspire Hub
- Tuition and enrichment centre
- Primary 1 to A-Level programmes available
- 15 centres islandwide
The tutors at Aspire Hub don’t just teach; they coach and motivate their students as well. This centre offers tuition for a wide range of subjects at almost all levels of the Singapore education system. Upon registration, students will sit for a diagnostic and learning style test so that their respective tutors can create a customised learning programme for them. Each student’s portfolio is also managed by an experienced tutor in a personalised manner. As of this year, Aspire Hub has over 90 tutors, all of whom are full-time staff who have been through rigorous training. Individual coaching sessions are also offered on a quarterly basis to help students ace their bi-annual exams.
11. Boutique Education
- Tuition and education support provider
- Caters to students from local and international schools
- One-to-one and homeschooling programmes available
Whether your child is attending a local or an international school, Boutique Education is able to provide personalised tuition programmes for them. It’s also the preferred education services provider among families of children from international schools in Singapore. Boutique Education uses a unique approach that maximises a student’s potential and instils a love of learning in them, with programmes for children as young as preschoolers to adults. The tuition company provides a Personalised School Program for children who are ‘between’ schools and new to Singapore, as well as an education service for families who are moving to the UK. It also provides special needs services for children with autism and learning difficulties like dyslexia, ADHD and ADD.
12. The Learning Lab
- Tuition and enrichment centre
- N2 to A-level and coding programmes available
- Singapore and IGCSE curricula
Being one of the top providers of academic enrichment and tutorial services in Singapore, The Learning Lab has a programme for students of all age groups: from as young as N2 in kindergarten, all the way to when they sit for their A-Levels. The centre uses its own learning materials for lessons, which cover interesting topics and address the latest exam format trends. Most importantly, these materials are in line with the Singaporean school syllabus as they’re researched and written by the centre’s specialists. International school students who follow the IGCSE syllabus can now benefit from its new International Programme too. Plus, it has also started offering coding lessons in partnership with Coding Lab.
13. Coding Lab
- Coding courses for kids
- MIT-inspired curriculum
- Caters to children aged five to 18
Founded by a Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) alumnus, Coding Lab is one of the top choices among parents who are looking for coding courses for their kids. The centre uses an award-winning MIT-inspired curriculum for its lessons, which are taught by qualified and passionate educators. These lessons are also anything but boring, with interactive boards, games, and tech toys to keep children engaged. Coding Lab currently has two learning centres: located in KAP Mall and Parkway Parade.
14. Mavis Tutorial Centre
- Tuition centre
- Primary, secondary, and junior college levels available
- 17 centres islandwide
Established in 1986, Mavis Tutorial Centre is pretty much a household name among locals. The centre specialises in English, Mathematics, Chinese, and Science for all education levels, also offering advanced Science and Mathematics subjects for students in secondary school. Mavis also offers The Write Stuff programme, one that focuses solely on writing and compositions. Most of Mavis’ tutors are ex-school teachers who are highly experienced in the subjects that they teach. The tutors also conduct extra lessons prior to major examinations to guide and motivate students for a final push before their exam days.
Mavis Tutorial Centre’s website
15. MindChamps
- Enrichment and after-school student care centre
- For ages three to 12
- Over 20 centres islandwide
MindChamps has an Enrichment Academy and an after-school care programme, MindSpace. It offers a host of enrichment programmes that teach children skills like writing and reading, learning techniques, public speaking, as well as subject-specific classes. Some of these classes are also offered in MindSpace for primary school students, which start from after school lessons end, all the way till 7pm.
MindChamps Enrichment’s website
16. Tien Hsia Language School
- Chinese Language enrichment school
- N1 to O Level programmes available
- 10 centres islandwide
According to a survey conducted by Forbes Research Pte Ltd, Tien Hsia Language School is the number one choice for parents in Singapore when it comes to Chinese Language enrichment centres. Positioning itself as a Chinese Specialist centre, it has dedicated teachers for each school level. Lessons at Tien Hsia are anything but boring, as it incorporates lively activities that stimulate a student’s sight, hearing, and touch. Not only do these help give lessons a lasting impression on students, but it also encourages them to put what they learn into practice.
Tien Hsia Language School’s website
17. Julia Gabriel
- Dedicated early learning programmes
- Debating, readers and writers programmes, and adult learning programmes
- Holiday camps available
Julia Gabriel has a whole lot of history as the first speech and drama centre to be registered with MOE back in 1991. Fast forward to 2023, and it’s still regarded as one of the enrichment centres in Singapore. The centre seeks to empower students to communicate confidently through EduDrama, a unique philosophy that involves learning within a positive and enjoyable environment inspired by educators who are passionate about children, language and the arts.
18. Euphoria Education
- Enrichment centre
- Specialises in English programmes
- Preschool and adult programmes available
English lessons are always fun at Euphoria Education. This enrichment centre offers engaging and wholesome English programmes, teaching kids how to master the language with ease and confidence. In addition to using traditional classroom teaching methods, Euphoria teaches kids how to read, write, and speak English through activities like vlogging and podcast-making. Not only do these methods make lessons more memorable, they also help children develop 21st century skills like creative and critical thinking. Aside from English programmes, the centre also organises thematic holiday camps.
19. Spark Education
- Online education provider of supplementary learning programmes
- Specialises in Mathematics
- For ages three to 12
Spark Education is an online learning platform that brings classes alive by combining highly interactive courseware with specialised teaching methods. Spark Education’s flagship programme, Spark Math, uses a robust research-based curriculum taught by experienced ex-MOE teachers. Each Spark Education class has a low teacher-to-student ratio to offer a more personalised learning experience for children. On top of that, Spark Education uses gamified and animated elements to stimulate learning, making the toughest concepts easier (and fun) to grasp. What’s more, this platform allows your child to learn on the go. All you need is a laptop or tablet, and you’re good to go!
20. English Ninjas Enrichment and Tuition Centre
- English Language specialist enrichment and tuition centre
- Uses learner-centred in-house curriculum that incorporates current affairs and global issues
- Empowers learners aged six to 18 with critical thinking skills
Looking for English tuition that would excite your child? Every lesson at English Ninjas opens up a world of learning opportunities for students! Specialising in English, this enrichment and tuition centre leverages the Growth Mindset to nurture critical thinkers and passionate learners. To give students a sense of events and issues beyond the classroom, lessons are conducted with English Ninjas’ in-house curriculum, which incorporates elements of current affairs, global issues, and notable children’s literature. The enrichment and tuition centre focuses on effort and progress in learning, and believes in celebrating every student’s milestones. Keeping lessons flexible to accommodate different needs, students have the option to attend classes in person or remotely on Zoom. In-person classes are conducted in a cosy space, with each classroom named after a location from a fiction book or movie: The Shire, Narnia, Endor, and Stormhold. In addition, English Ninjas boasts a curated library, full of exciting titles that will pique every student’s interest.
