A-Math Tuition: O-Level Math Specialist
Proven methods to achieve A1 for Secondary School O-Level
What Can You Expect from Our Classes?
Class Structure
We offer O-Level math tuition in various group sizes:
Resources Provided
When you enrol for math tuition at eipimath, you benefit from our customised quality resources to assist in your learning:
Additional Support
Teaching Style
Our Strengths and Track Record
100% improvement of at least 3 grades
Continued guidance through tertiary education
One-to-One & Small Class Sizes
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
These are our tuition rates for Secondary School level math:
Group Size | O-Level and IP Per 4 lessons |
|---|---|
One-to-one | $600 |
Small Group 2 students | $420 |
Small Group 3 students | $360 |
Class 4-8 students | $300 |
Each A-Math and E-Math tuition class is 1.5-hours long.
The number of tuition classes each week depends on whether it's the exam period:
Non-exam period | Exam period |
|---|---|
Once a week | Up to twice a week |
One advantage of engaging a private tutor is that you can find a schedule that meets your needs.
Here are our weekly timeslots:
Day | Time |
|---|---|
Mon - Fri | 3:00 PM 5:00 PM 7:00 PM |
Sat | 9:00 AM 1:00 PM 3:00 PM 5:00 PM 7:00 PM |
Sun | Please enquire. |
We conduct one-to-one and group lessons, in-person and online. Here are the different venues:
Group Size | Locations |
|---|---|
• One-to-one • Small group (2 – 3 students) | 2 Toh Yi Drive, Singapore 590002 (Beauty World MRT Exit C, beside Bt Timah Market) |
Class (4 – 8 students) | Bt Timah Shopping Centre, 170 Upper Bukit Timah Rd, Singapore 588179 (Beauty World MRT Exit A) |
Online | Held over Zoom |
We specialize in the following subjects for Secondary School:
Level | Subject |
|---|---|
Secondary School O-Level, Singapore-Cambridge GCE Ordinary Level | • Additional Mathematics (A-Math) • Elementary Mathematics (E-Math) |
A-Math topics are organised into Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Calculus. These topics help to build a strong foundation in algebraic manipulation and mathematical reasoning which are crucial for H2 Math in JC and HL Math in IB. For a start, E-Math aims to build confidence and interest in the subject. A-Math furthers the objective of an appreciation of the abstract nature and power of mathematics.
Going from lower secondary to upper secondary math, there is a considerable spike in difficulty. It is typical for students to fail their first few tests in Sec 3, and scoring F9 in the final exam is not unheard of. To understand the rigour of A-Math, contact us for a trial lesson. You can prepare for Sec 3 with A-Math tuition classes, one-to-one or in a small group.
Topic Group | Topics |
|---|---|
Algebra | • Quadratic functions • Equations and inequalities • Surds • Polynomials and partial fractions • Binomial expansions • Exponential and logarithmic functions |
Geometry Trigonometry | • Trigonometric functions, identities and equations • Coordinate geometry in two dimensions • Proofs in plane geometry |
Calculus | • Differentiation • Integration • Kinematics |
A-Math as a subject requirement is a tricky business. We begin with facts: A-Math is not a compulsory O-level subject. It is also not a pre-requisite for all Polytechnic courses, but is required for some university courses when you apply with a diploma. For H2 Math in JC and HL Math in IB, A-Math is a pre-requisite.
University | Courses | Application with | Application with |
|---|---|---|---|
NUS | • Computer Science courses | • B3 grade in A-Math | • Pass in H2 Math / F-Math / Computing / Physics • OR good pass in H1 Math |
• Computer Engineering | • B4 grade in A-Math | • Pass in H2 Math / F-Math | |
• Business Analytics | • A2 in E-Math • OR B3 in A-Math | • Pass in H2 Math / F-Math | |
• Information Security • Information Systems | • A2 in E-Math • OR B4 in A-Math | • Pass in H2 Math / F-Math / Computing / Physics • OR good pass in H1 Math | |
NTU | • Accountancy • Business | • C5 in A-Math | • Pass in H1 Math • OR pass in O-Level A-Math |
• Economics • Psychology | • Good grade in O-Level A-Math | • Pass in H1 Math • OR pass in O-Level A-Math | |
• Maritime Studies | • Not stated | • Pass in H1 Math • OR pass in O-Level A-Math | |
• Sport Science and Management | • A-Math preferred | • Pass in H1 Math • OR pass in O-Level A-Math | |
SMU | • Computer Science | • Good pass in A-Math | • Good pass in H2 Math / F-Math / Physics • OR good pass in H1 Math • OR good pass in O-Level A-Math |
• Economics | • Good pass in A-Math | • Good pass in H2 Math / F-Math • OR good pass in O-Level A-Math |
In all the cases above, you can bypass the A-Math requirement by taking relevant qualifying tests. Ironically though, if you can pass the qualifying tests, you would have been better off taking A-Math at the onset.
It should be clear as day that A-Math affords wider options in tertiary education, even if not for the valuable knowledge in the subject itself. Students intent on applying to Polytechnics (all of which have no A-Math requirement) should be duly aware that A-Math may resurface as a pre-requisite in their university applications.
You might have been advised to focus on one subject (E-Math) rather than two (E-Math and A-Math). This wrongly assumes that every student will do better for E-Math, and we have seen counterexamples of students scoring higher for A-Math instead. It is delusional to believe that handling two math subjects is a walk in the park, but equally unwise to prematurely deny ourselves the flexibility of using two math subjects for L1R5 and ELR2B2.
Evidently, it takes expertise beyond the O-Level to give qualified advice. Acting on short-sighted hearsay, you may win the battle but lose the war. If you need help with your decision to take A-Math, contact us for a trial lesson.
In terms of content, A-Math is more difficult than E-Math. The fact that E-Math is a pre-requisite for A-Math is indicative of the rigour.
Firstly, the A-Math syllabus assumes knowledge of E-Math. Topics such as Equations and Inequalities, Linear and Quadratic Functions, Indices and Exponential Functions, Trigonometry and Coordinate Geometry are common to both A-Math and E-Math. While Trigonometry is introduced in E-Math, it is restricted to acute and obtuse triangles. A-Math expands on the topic using the Unit Circle definition of Trigonometric functions, which rapidly scales up the difficulty. For Geometry, E-Math involves straightforward use of the Circle properties, but A-Math requires detailed proofs in Plane Geometry.
Vectors, Probability and Statistics are topics exclusive to E-Math, but Calculus (comprising Differentiation, Integration and Kinematics) is a major component of A-Math only. In comparison, modest algebraic skills will suffice for E-Math because it has a different focus on “Problems in Real-World Context” which include everyday life problems (travel, transportation, navigation), personal and household finance (simple and compound interest, instalments, utility bills, money exchange). On the other hand, A-Math necessitates a mastery of Algebra, which is the building block for Surds, Partial Fractions, Binomial Expansion, and Logarithms.
Having an A-Math tutor will not trivialise the uphill task, but it certainly helps to have someone catch you when you fall!