What subjects does Ancourage offer for secondary school?

We offer E-Maths (K310), A-Maths (K341), English (K300), Chinese (K320), Physics (K323), Chemistry (K324), Biology (K325), Combined Science, and Humanities for Sec 1-4. All subjects are taught at G1/G2/G3 levels under Full SBB, with targeted preparation for the O-Level / SEC examinations from 2027 onwards.

How many students are in each secondary class?

Our small-group classes are capped at 3-6 students. This allows targeted, question-level feedback during every lesson — essential for mastering O-Level / SEC exam techniques in subjects like A-Maths and Pure Chemistry where one misunderstood concept can cost several marks.

Do you offer a free trial class for secondary students?

Yes. Our trial class is currently free (usually $18). Your child sits in on a regular lesson — same small group of 3-6, same content — giving you and your child an accurate experience of our teaching style and pace before committing. Book a free trial.

Where are your secondary tuition centres?

We have two locations: Bishan (near Catholic High, Kuo Chuan Presbyterian Secondary, and Whitley Secondary) and Woodlands (Vista Point, near Woodgrove, Marsiling, and Woodlands Ring Secondary). Both centres are easily accessible by MRT and bus for students from nearby secondary schools.

When should my child start secondary tuition?

Sec 1 is the ideal entry point for building strong foundations in E-Maths, English, and Science before the content broadens. Sec 3 is particularly critical — students choose between Pure and Combined Science, A-Maths begins, and subject difficulty spikes. Starting in Sec 4 leaves very little time to close gaps before O-Level / SEC examinations.

How does Full SBB affect secondary tuition?

Under Full SBB, every secondary student takes subjects at G1, G2, or G3 level rather than being placed in a fixed stream. G3 maps to O-Level standard; G2 and G1 are differentiated. All secondary students will sit the SEC exam from 2027, replacing the O-Level. We teach at each G-level with materials and pacing calibrated to that tier's specific SEAB requirements.

How much does secondary school tuition cost?

Our trial class is currently free (usually $18). Regular secondary school tuition fees vary by subject and G-level. See our pricing page for current rates — we keep rates competitive for small-group tuition of 3-6 students across Sec 1 to Sec 4.

Sec 1-4 · G1 · G2 · G3

Secondary SchoolTuition

Ancourage Academy offers Sec 1-4 tuition at G1/G2/G3 subject levels under Full SBB — English, E-Maths, A-Maths, Pure and Combined Sciences, Humanities, and Chinese. Small groups of 3-6 prepare students for the O-Level / SEC exam (transitioning from 2027).

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MOE-Registered Centre

11+ Years Experience

Bishan & Woodlands

100%: of students who complete at least one term show grade improvement.
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Based on Ancourage Academy's own records since 2024. Individual results vary.

Where can I find G1, G2, or G3 secondary tuition in Singapore?

Ancourage Academy offers Sec 1-4 tuition at G1, G2, and G3 levels under Full Subject-Based Banding (Full SBB) in Bishan and Woodlands. We teach English, E-Maths, A-Maths, Pure Sciences, Combined Sciences, Humanities (History, Geography, Literature), and Chinese, with O-Level / SEC examination preparation. Classes are kept to 3-6 students for personalised feedback. Free trial (usually $18).

G-level subject coverage at every secondary level

G1 (Sec 1-4)

G1 English, G1 E-Mathematics, G1 Combined Sciences, G1 Humanities (History & Geography), and G1 Chinese — paced for applied mastery, classroom confidence, and foundation skills before O-Level / SEC progression checks.

G2 (Sec 1-4)

G2 English, G2 E-Mathematics (K210), G2 Combined Sciences (K223/K225), G2 Humanities, and G2 Chinese (K220) — paced for academic depth with O-Level / SEC examination technique built into every lesson.

G3 (Sec 1-4)

G3 English (K300), G3 E-Mathematics (K310), G3 A-Mathematics (K341, Sec 3-4), G3 Pure Physics (K323), G3 Pure Chemistry (K324), G3 Pure Biology (K325), G3 Humanities, G3 Chinese (K320), and Higher Chinese (K355) — full O-Level / SEC subject breadth for JC and polytechnic pathways.

Heading to JC after Sec 4? Our JC and MI cut-off points by course lists prior-year MOE SchoolFinder posting ranges by stream and aggregate type — including the 2028 switch to L1R4.

Class size: 3-6 students per class — every student gets individual feedback every session
Locations: Bishan (CC15/NS17, walkable from Bishan MRT) and Woodlands (TE3, near Woodlands South MRT)
Trial class: complimentary diagnostic trial (usually $18) — book via WhatsApp to assess fit and starting level

At a Glance

Key details about our Secondary School tuition programme, including subjects offered, class size, and locations.

Secondary School tuition course quick facts
Subjects	English, Maths, Science, Chinese, Humanities, Physics, Chemistry, Biology
Levels	S1, S2, S3, S4 (G1/G2/G3)
Class Size	3-6 Students
Locations	Bishan & Woodlands
Exam Focus	O-Level / SEC
Trial	Free (usually $18)

Choose Your Level

Ancourage Academy provides Secondary School tuition (Sec 1–4) in Bishan and Woodlands, Singapore, supporting G1, G2, and G3 subject levels under Full SBB. Expert teachers guide small classes of 3–6 students in English, Mathematics (E-Maths, A-Maths), Sciences (Physics/Phy, Chemistry/Chem, Biology/Bio), Chinese (CL), and Humanities (Geography/Geog, History/Hist, Literature/Lit). Upper Secondary focuses on intensive SEC exam preparation, with O-Level and N-Level support where applicable.

Lower Secondary

Building strong academic foundations and study skills

Focus Areas

Integrated ScienceMathematical ReasoningEssay WritingCritical Thinking

Upper Secondary

G3 (Express), G2, and G1 — SEC exam preparation across all levels (O-Level support where applicable)

Focus Areas

SEC Exam StrategiesSubject SpecialisationExam TechniquesTime Management

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Our Subjects

Full coverage of all secondary school subjects across G-levels

Core Subjects

English

G3G2G1

Master comprehension, essay writing, and oral communication for secondary school.

S1 S2 S3 S4

All Secondary English levels

Mathematics

G3G2G1

Build strong foundations in algebra, geometry, and mathematical reasoning.

S1 S2

All Secondary Mathematics levels

Science

G3G2G1

Integrated science covering physics, chemistry, and biology concepts.

S1 S2

All Secondary Science levels

Chinese

G3G2G1

Develop advanced reading, writing, and oral skills in Mandarin.

S1 S2 S3 S4

All Secondary Chinese levels

G3 Pure Physics — mechanics, waves, and electricity.

S3 S4

All Secondary Pure Physics levels

Pure Chemistry

G3 Pure Chemistry — atomic structure to organic chemistry.

S3 S4

All Secondary Pure Chemistry levels

Pure Biology

G3G2

Elective Geography — essays and case studies (upon request).

S3 S4

All Secondary Humanities levels

Secondary classes are also available online — live via Microsoft Teams, island-wide, with the same teachers and small groups of 3-6. Learn about online classes

“The secondary years are pivotal — students are forming study habits that carry them through O-Levels and beyond. In small groups of 3-6, we catch misconceptions before they compound and build the independent thinking that separates confident learners from overwhelmed ones.”

Min Hui

Founder & Academic Director, Ancourage Academy

NTU · 11+ years experience

Why Choose Our Secondary Programme?

Proven results across all G-levels with a personalised approach

Small Class Sizes

3-6 students per class for focused attention

MOE Syllabus Aligned

Curriculum aligned with MOE syllabus and SEC exam requirements across G-levels

Expert Teachers

Experienced educators with proven results

Track Progress

Regular assessments and performance tracking

Our ESB Methodology

Beyond content delivery, we equip students with effective learning strategies that prepare them for the SEC examination and beyond.

Ebbinghaus

Spaced repetition for long-term content retention

Socratic

Question-based learning for deeper understanding

Bruner

Progressive complexity building on prior knowledge

Learn more about ESB

Secondary students engaged in small group discussion using the ESB methodology

Your Path to SEC Success

A structured approach from Sec 1 foundations to Sec 4 exam mastery

Sec 1

Foundation

Build strong basics and good study habits

Sec 2

Development

Deepen understanding and critical thinking

Sec 3

Specialisation

G-level specialisation and advanced topics

Sec 4

Mastery

Intensive exam prep and mock tests

Secondary Tuition — Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Excel at Every G-Level?

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References: MOE Secondary School Syllabus · SEAB O-Level / SEC Exam Information

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O-Level vs SEC — what changes in 2027

The SEC unifies the current N-Level and O-Level into a single national examination, with students taking subjects at G1, G2, or G3 levels (replacing the Express, N(A), N(T) streams). Subject content remains broadly the same; the change is to the certification framework and progression pathways into JC, polytechnic, and ITE. Subject codes shift from Cambridge syllabus codes to the K-series (e.g., K300 English, K310 E-Maths, K341 A-Maths). Students currently in Sec 4 (the 2023 Secondary 1 intake) sit the existing GCE O-Level in 2026; the 2024 Secondary 1 intake — currently Sec 3 — is the first cohort to sit SEC fully in 2027. Specifics on JC posting equivalence, polytechnic admission scoring, and university prerequisites remain under MOE/SEAB review. The full guide covers transition timelines, K-code mappings, and what families should plan for now versus later.

English tuition for Secondary 1-4

Secondary English covers writing (essay + situational), comprehension, oral, and listening. The O-Level / SEC English paper assesses argumentative essays, summary writing, and stimulus-based oral responses — each requiring distinct preparation. Strong PSLE students often struggle with the jump in inferential complexity at Sec 1. The Sec 1-2 transition surfaces gaps in vocabulary depth, paragraph structure, and inference precision — areas where PSLE marking is more forgiving than O-Level / SEC standards. Summary writing requires condensing 400-500 word passages into 80 words while retaining argument flow, a skill PSLE doesn't test. Argumentative essay structure (introduction, evidence-based body paragraphs, counter-argument, conclusion) takes consistent practice from Sec 2 to embed. The full guide covers Sec 1 vocabulary baselines, summary-writing frameworks, and how to handle the steep mark-band cutoffs at Sec 3-4.

E-Maths vs A-Maths — which to take

E-Maths covers algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and statistics — required for all secondary students. A-Maths (from Sec 3) adds calculus, polynomials, and proofs — strongly recommended for any student considering H2 Mathematics at JC. Without A-Maths background, the JC H2 Mathematics learning curve becomes steep — most JC students who attempt H2 Maths without A-Maths struggle in JC1 calculus topics. Under SEC from 2027, both subjects continue under K-series codes (K310 E-Maths, K341 A-Maths) at G3 level for university-pathway students. The decision is typically made by Sec 2 mid-year results and intended JC subject combination. The full guide covers topic-by-topic depth differences, the workload trade-off, and which polytechnic Maths-heavy diplomas treat A-Maths as a soft prerequisite.

O-Level humanities (History, Geography) — what to expect

Secondary humanities subjects (History, Geography, Social Studies, Literature) sit under Full Subject-Based Banding at G1, G2, or G3 levels. The O-Level / SEC papers reward source-based analysis, structured essay writing, and clear thesis statements. Source-based questions — particularly source comparison and inference — are where strong students lose the most marks because the technique is distinct from PSLE comprehension. Each humanities subject has distinct exam architecture: History uses source-based case studies on Singapore and the world; Geography uses structured essay plus map-skills questions on physical and human geography; Social Studies uses inquiry questions on Singapore society; Literature uses unseen-text close analysis plus set-text essays. G3 papers expect tighter argument structure and richer evidence handling than G2. The full guide covers per-subject question taxonomy, the source-based answering framework that catches the most marks, and how to choose between humanities subjects when school options are limited.

Secondary SchoolTuition

Where can I find G1, G2, or G3 secondary tuition in Singapore?

G-level subject coverage at every secondary level

At a Glance

Choose Your Level

Lower Secondary

Upper Secondary

Quick Select Level

Our Subjects

Core Subjects

Available Upon Request

Why Choose Our Secondary Programme?

Small Class Sizes

MOE Syllabus Aligned

Expert Teachers

Track Progress

Our ESB Methodology

Your Path to SEC Success

Foundation

Development

Specialisation

Mastery

Secondary Tuition — Frequently Asked Questions

What subjects does Ancourage offer for secondary school?

How many students are in each secondary class?

Do you offer a free trial class for secondary students?

Where are your secondary tuition centres?

When should my child start secondary tuition?

How does Full SBB affect secondary tuition?

How much does secondary school tuition cost?

Ready to Excel at Every G-Level?

O-Level vs SEC — what changes in 2027

English tuition for Secondary 1-4

E-Maths vs A-Maths — which to take

O-Level humanities (History, Geography) — what to expect

Deepen Your Learning

O-Level / SEC

Mathematics

English

Chinese

Science

Study Tips & Exam Prep