Sec 1 G1 English
Ancourage Academy · Secondary · Sec 1
Content reviewed: Jan 2026
Sec 1 G1 English tuition at Ancourage Academy in Singapore (Bishan & Woodlands) offers small groups of 3-6 learners. Under Full Subject-Based Banding (Full SBB), G1 English develops practical communication skills — reading everyday texts, writing for real purposes, and speaking with confidence. Our ESB methodology uses familiar contexts and step-by-step scaffolding so every student experiences success.
What Makes Us Different
Our proven teaching methodology combines evidence-based approaches for maximum learning effectiveness
Ebbinghaus Memory Theory
Scheduled review sessions at increasing intervals — today, tomorrow, next week, next month — so concepts are revisited just before they fade, building durable long-term memory through strategic timing rather than cramming.
Socratic Questioning
Purposeful questioning that guides children to discover answers themselves — 'How did you figure that out?' and 'What would happen if we tried it another way?' — developing thinking skills rather than just memorising answers.
Bruner's Scaffolding
Step-by-step support that is gradually removed as confidence grows — tutors first demonstrate, then guide with prompts, then step back as children work independently — ensuring mastery at each stage before moving forward.
Key Learning Outcomes
Master Key Concepts
Deep understanding of core topics aligned with MOE syllabus
Critical Thinking
Develop analytical and problem-solving skills
Exam Confidence
Strategic exam techniques and time management
Consistent Results
Improved grades and academic performance
Course Structure
Duration
2 hours per lesson
Full coverage with interactive learning time
Class Size
3-6 students per class
Close guidance, timely feedback, and ample practice
Materials
All materials provided
No material fees — all worksheets and resources included
Curriculum Overview
- ✓Functional reading: Understanding signs, labels, forms, timetables, and simple informational texts encountered in daily life.
- ✓Guided writing: Sentence construction, short paragraphs, and simple messages (emails, notes) using templates and word banks.
- ✓Visual text literacy: Interpreting posters, advertisements, and infographics — a key G1 English skill tested at SEC.
- ✓Listening comprehension: Following instructions, extracting key information from announcements and conversations.
- ✓Oral communication: Guided conversations, show-and-tell, and simple presentations to build speaking confidence.
- ✓Grammar basics: Subject-verb agreement, tenses, and punctuation in context — focusing on accuracy in everyday writing.
What Sec 1 G1 English students commonly work on
- 1
Reading fluency — building the speed and confidence to read independently
- 2
Sentence construction — forming complete, grammatically correct sentences
- 3
Spelling and vocabulary — expanding core vocabulary for everyday use
- 4
Writing hesitation — overcoming the blank page with structured templates
- 5
Spoken confidence — learning to express needs and ideas clearly in English
Learning Progression
Builds On
Primary school English with basic reading and sentence-level writing
Prepares For
Sec 2 G1 English or level-up to G2 English based on school assessment (≥75%)
Key Transition
Sec 1 G1 English builds the practical communication foundation that students need for everyday life and further learning — confidence with English opens doors across all subjects.
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Sec 1 G2 English
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Sec 1 G3 English
G3 (Express) English for advanced text analysis
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Sec 2 G1 English
Continue building English skills in Sec 2
Frequently Asked Questions
G1 English focuses on practical, everyday communication — reading functional texts, writing simple messages, and speaking in familiar contexts. G2 covers similar skills at greater depth with longer texts, more complex writing, and analytical comprehension. Both lead to the SEC examination at their respective levels.
Yes. Schools assess students regularly, and those achieving 75% or above may be offered a level-up to G2. Our tuition builds reading confidence, writing accuracy, and spoken fluency — the foundations needed for a successful level-up.
G1 students can progress to ITE (Nitec and Higher Nitec programmes), where English communication skills are essential. Strong G1 results also support level-up opportunities to G2, which opens additional pathways including polytechnic via Higher Nitec.
Our small-group classes are intentionally kept between 3 and 6 students so every learner receives close guidance, timely feedback, and ample practice.
Each lesson is 2 hours, providing ample time for thorough coverage of topics and interactive learning.
Yes. All lesson materials and worksheets are provided and included in the fees. Students should bring regular stationery and, where applicable, school textbooks/workbooks for reference.
Yes. Our materials and pacing align with the MOE syllabus. External syllabuses (e.g. IGCSE, IB) are available upon request.
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