For IP Y5 students, get a Headstart in your H2 Maths during the holidays! We will be covering the introductory topics in JC1, as well as going through what to expect as a Y5 H2 Mathematics Student.
Dates: Mondays and Fridays
Time: 7:45pm – 9:15pm
Topics covered: Arithmetic Progression and Geometric Progression
Fees: $360 all inclusive
Location: Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68, S(650644).
Focus: CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING & APPLICATION OF SKILLS
Format: Teaching + Worksheets + Discussions
For enquiries call 65694897 or message tutor at 90065997 (Whatapps)
Tutor has a B.Eng(HONS) NUS, ex RVHS student, specializing in IP and H2 Maths for over 6 years
Integrated Programme subject combination and promotion criteria
Q: Is triple Science good?
A: Triple Science gives you options, as you are still young and have time to figure out which discipline of science they are more interested in. Triple Science is a premium in certain IP schools and will only accept students of a high GPA. Many triple science students are in the course because they enjoy the pursuit of a challenging, all rounded science syllabus. If you know what you want, it’s fine to just take two sciences as well. There are no “bad choices”, subject combination should be selected based on talent and passion. Remember that triple science is not a must have, it is an avenue for the student to take on an additional challenge in their academic life.
Q: What is the safest combination?
A: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and any humanities of your own choosing at Y3. PCME(physics, chemistry, mathematics and econs) at Y5. This combination caters to almost all jobs that IP students are traditionally interested in pursuing in Singapore (medicine, law, finance, consulting, accountancy, engineering, research etc)
Q: What if I am forced to take 3H2 at Y5, will that affect me badly?
A: Many 3H2 students I know from IP schools eventually go on to do very well post graduation, don’t let it affect your confidence. Study properly for your promos, prelims and A-level and do yourself and the school proud.
Q: Will I be retained?
A: Schools enforce a certain GPA for promotion criteria for Y1-Y4, 3.0 is usually a good gauge. However, 2.5 – 2.9 usually qualifies the student for conditional promotion. Anything else would be a case by case basis, but safe to say that if you fall short of 2.0GPA, chances are slim. At Y5 you typically need a few H2 passes. Your conduct and recommendation from teachers will also affect promotion criteria, so please be cordial and respectful to your teachers who work so hard to educate you. In the off chance that you are retained, take it as an opportunity to prove yourself again.
Q: Can I take H1 instead of H2 Math at Y5 and Y6 and still qualify for good university courses?
A: H2 MATH is NOT a pre-requisite for MOST courses in NUS and NTU, our highly-ranked world-class universities. This makes perfect sense. Why? You see, two large and difficult topics in H2 Math are Vectors and Complex Numbers. Non-engineers don’t need to know these topics, and many other topics in H2 Math.
Believe it or not, WITHOUT H2 MATH, you can still enrol in the following courses in NUS and NTU:
ACCOUNTANCY, BUSINESS ADMIN, BUSINESS, ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES, SCIENCE, COMPUTING, DENTISTRY, MEDICINE, NURSING, PHARMACY, LAW, ARCHITECTURE, PROJECT & FACILITIES MANAGEMENT, REAL ESTATE, INDUSTRIAL DESIGN, ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES, MARITIME STUDIES, BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, SPORTS SCIENCE & MANAGEMENT.
This post is compiled by the IP tutoring team at Singapore Learner, based on our personal experience studying in an IP school or teaching in an IP school.
For IP tuition,do contact Admin Staff at 88765498 (Whatapps).
OUR IP TUTORS:
Mr Pang: Mr Pang graduated with a B.Eng(Honors) from NUS, and has been coaching students in O-level/IP and A-level Mathematics and Science for more than 5 years. An alumnus of RVHS(IP) and an experienced tutor in IP/A-level education, Mr Pang is a results oriented tutor whose students do very well in exams through efficient learning methods and exam preparation skills. Mr Pang employs a variety of teaching methods to cater to every type of learner, as well as teaching them the skill of self diagnostics, giving them the ability to constantly spot and rectify their own errors. He takes pride in inspiring his students to become confident learners and critical thinkers.
Mr Ilyasa: An NIE-trained Teacher, Mr Ilyasa has been coaching students in O-Level & IP Chemistry, Physics and Math for more than 12 years. An alumnus of Raffles Institution, Mr Ilyasa holds a a Bachelor of Science degree from the NUS as well as a Master of Education (Curriculum & Teaching) degree from the National Institute of Education. Mr Ilyasa’s thinking and metacognitive approaches to problem solving has helped many students of varying abilities to excel in Math and the Sciences. He has coached students from many different schools and streams, including IP, SAP, and IB.
IP INDIVIDUAL TUITION (1-1) (click here)
Preparation for H2 Chemistry Practicals
For 2021 schedule click on these links:
H2 CHEMISTRY PRACTICAL (Training)
MOCK EXAMS FOR SCIENCE PRACTICAL (2021)
Preparation underway for 3 private candidates taking H2 Chemistry Mock exam.
As it is a 20% component of their total grade, they want to be prepared!
Below is a snapshot of 1 candidate’s exam.
A lot of pre-exam and post-exam work is required.
Now, all ready for the exam.
Call 65694897 or message 9786 0411 for any enquiries.
H2 BIOLOGY PRACTICAL TRAINING
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN OUTDATED POST.
FOR THE LATEST SCHEDULE, CLICK ON
H2 BIOLOGY PRACTICAL
We provide A-Level / H2 and O-Level Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Science (Physics/Chemistry/Biology) Practical training for private / school candidates and homeschoolers, for both local (eg. H2, Singapore-Cambridge) and international exams (CIE, IGCSE). School candidates are also welcome.
MOE/SEAB SYLLABUS FOR H2 BIOLOGY PRACTICAL
Paper 4 (Practical) is weighted to 20% of the Higher 2 assessment.
Candidates are expected to have been exposed to a range of topics and experimental techniques such as:
- Dilution of stock solutions through both simple dilution and serial dilution.
- Microscopy which involves the proper use of the microscope for viewing specimen, calibration of eyepiece graticule, calculation of area of field of view, calculating mean density of specimen and finding the actual width of the specimen.
- Producing biological drawings at low-power and high-power as well as calculating the drawing magnification.
- Identify significant sources of error, limitations of measurements and/or experimental procedures used and explain how they affect the final result(s).
- State and explain how significant sources of errors/limitations may be overcome/reduced, as appropriate, including how experimental procedures may be improved.
- Graph-drawing e.g. best-fit line, best-fit curve, point-to-point graphs, bar graphs and histograms.
- Factors affecting rate of transport of substances e.g. diffusion and osmosis.
- Presence of biological molecules (food tests) e.g. test for reducing sugars (using suitable indicators such as benedict’s solution), test for non-reducing sugars (using acid hydrolysis), test for proteins (using suitable indicators such as biuret solution), test for lipids (using ethanol-emulsion test) and test for starch (using suitable indicators such as iodine).
- Factors affecting rate of enzyme-catalysed reactions.
- Factors affecting rate of respiration.
- Factors affecting the rate of photosynthesis.
OUR STRUCTURED PRACTICAL TRAINING SYSTEM
Based on the above syllabus, we have several structured programs for you, depending on whether you are a Beginner or a Reviser.
You are at the Beginner level if you have never done any O-Level Biology Practical work before, or your last O-Level Biology Practical session was more than 2 years ago.
You are at the Reviser level if you have completed the Beginner practicals, or you are re-taking your O-Level Biology Practical exam, or you are a school candidate who has completed Sec 3.
OUR BIOLOGY PRACTICAL SCHEDULE 2024
BASIC LABS (for Beginners only):
Lab HB1: MICROSCOPY + BIOLOGICAL DRAWINGS (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available sessions: 30/11 (2-4:30pm), 4/1 (2-4:30pm), 5/1 (2-4:30pm), 6/1 (10:30-1pm))
Lab HB2: NUTRIENTS + FOOD TESTS (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available sessions: 24/11 (2-4:30pm), 23/1 (2-4:30pm), 25/1 (2-4:30pm), 26/1 (2-4:30pm), 27/1 (10:30-1pm))
Lab HB3: MOVEMENT OF SUBSTANCES (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available sessions: 8/12 (10-12:30pm), 13/2 (2-4:30pm), 15/2 (2-4:30pm), 16/2 (2-4:30pm), 17/2 (10:30-1pm))
Lab HB4: ENZYMES + SERIAL DILUTION (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available sessions: 8/12 (2-4:30pm), 5/3 (2-4:30pm), 7/3 (2-4:30pm), 8/3 (2-4:30pm), 9/3 (10:30-1pm))
Note: The above 4 labs are BASIC TRAINING LABS which are available throughout the year, every week every month, as they are compulsory for all beginners. Thus if the date you can attend is not listed above, please message our Admin at 88765498 for a new schedule.
STANDARD LABS (for Retakers and current govt school students):
Lab HB5: EFFECT OF SUBSTRATE CONCENTRATION ON ENZYME-CATALYSED REACTION + TESTS ON PROTEINS (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: 9/12 (2-4:30pm), 26/3 (2-4:30pm), 28/3 (2-4:30pm), 29/3 (2-4:30pm), 30/3 (10:30-1pm),
Lab HB6: FACTORS AFFECTING RATE OF RESPIRATION + MICROSCOPY 6 + BIOLOGICAL DRAWINGS 6 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: 15/12 (10-12:30pm), 16/4 (2-4:30pm), 18/4 (2-4:30pm), 19/4 (2-4:30pm), 20/4 (10:30-1pm),
Lab HB7: EFFECT OF CONCENTRATION OF SODIUM CHLORIDE ON YEAST CELLS + MICROSCOPIC DRAWINGS 7 + PLANNING 7 (BACTERIAL INFECTION) (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: 15/12 (2-4:30pm), 7/5 (2-4:30pm), 9/5 (2-4:30pm), 10/5 (2-4:30pm), 11/5 (10:30-1pm),
Lab HB8: RATE OF OSMOSIS 8 + REDUCING SUGARS 8 + BIOLOGICAL DRAWINGS 8 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: 16/12 (2-4:30pm),
Lab HB9: EFFECT OF ANTIBIOTIC SOLUTION ON ‘BACTERIA’ + DILUTION 9 + MICROSCOPY 9 + BIOLOGICAL DRAWINGS 9 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions : 22/12 (10-12:30pm), 28/5 (2-4:30pm), 30/5 (2-4:30pm), 31/5 (2-4:30pm), 1/6 (10:30-1pm),
Lab HB10: FACTORS AFFECTING RATE OF ENZYME-CATALYSED REACTIONS + DILUTION 10 + MICROSCOPY 10 + BIOLOGICAL DRAWINGS 10 + PLANNING 10 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER)(Available sessions: 22/12 (2-4:30pm), 18/6 (2-4:30pm), 20/6 (2-4:30pm), 21/6 (2-4:30pm), 22/6 (2-4:30pm), 22/6 (10:30-1pm)
Lab HB11: INVESTIGATION OF GLUCOSE CONCENTRATION IN FRUIT JUICE + DILUTION 11 + MICROSCOPY 11 + BIOLOGICAL DRAWINGS 11 + PLANNING 11 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER): (Available session: 23/12 (2-4:30pm), 16/7 (2-4:30pm), 18/7 (2-4:30pm), 19/7 (2-4:30pm), 20/7 (10:30-1pm)
MOCK EXAMS FOR SCIENCE PRACTICAL
H2 CHEMISTRY HANDS-ON PRACTICAL CRASH COURSE
H2 BIOLOGY HANDS-ON PRACTICAL CRASH COURSE
H2 PHYSICS HANDS-ON PRACTICAL CRASH COURSE
What you will get at each practical session:
(1) Teaching and instruction on how to use the various scientific tools and instruments.
(2) Tips on how to answer a practical worksheet or exam paper, including recording of observations, drawing graphs, writing conclusions, describing precautions and planning a practical.
(3) Notes on important aspects of science practicals.
We will also conduct Mock Practical Exams in September and October
HOW TO BOOK A LAB SESSION:
(1) Decide which Program or Lab sessions you need or most suitable for.
(2) Whatsapp or Message our staff at 88765498 with your Name, Private or School Candidate, A or O level, Subject or Lab Name (e.g Lab PP2), Date and Time of Lab. (Our staff will then guide you on how to register and make payment. If you are not sure about the lab sessions, just state your Name and the Subjects and we will get back to you)
(3) Register Online by clicking below:
(4) Pay Registration fee of $30 via Paynow or funds transfer.
(5) Make the required payment for each lab session at least 5 days before the date of the lab session. (You may also pay for several sessions at one go to ensure that you will have a place in future slots)
FEES PER SESSION
Practical Training Session: $320
Mock Exam:- $380
SPECIAL DISCOUNT FOR ADDITIONAL SUBJECT: For every H2 Biology s lab session you book, you can also book a H2 Chemistry lab session for only $270 (usual fee: $320). To view our H2 Chem schedule, click the link below:
H2 CHEMISTRY PRACTICAL
Note: Above fees are subject to changes without prior notice.
IMPORTANT: The full fee must be paid at least 5 days before the practical session to confirm your attendance as a lot of preparation is needed for practicals coupled with very limited class size. PLEASE NOTE IF YOU ARE ABSENT FOR A LAB SESSION, A PENALTY OF $50 MUST BE PAID TO POSTPONE THIS LAB TO ANOTHER SESSION, AND ONLY 1 POSTPONEMENT IS ALLOWED FOR EACH LAB, ELSE THE LAB IS CONSIDERED COMPLETED AND PAID FOR, AND NO REFUND WILL BE GIVEN. THE FEE FOR THE MISSED LAB CANNOT BE USED FOR ANOTHER LAB.
Singapore Learner @ Bukit Batok
Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644)
Tel: +(65) 6569 4897, +(65) 88765498 (WHATAPPS) http://wa.link/w0xxk2
Email: principal@singaporelearner.com
If you wish to visit us, kindly call or sms first. Thank you.
H2 MOCK PRACTICAL EXAM (PHYSICS)
For 2020 schedule click on this link:
MOCK EXAMS FOR SCIENCE PRACTICAL (2020)
To do your A-Level H2 Physics Practical Mock Exam, please choose one or more of the following slots:
Session 1: Thursday 17/10, 9 am – 12 pm. (Code: H2PP1)
Session 2: Thursday 17/10, 2 pm – 5 pm. (Code: H2PP2)
Session 3: Friday 18/10, 9 am – 12 pm. (Code H2PP3)
Location: BLK 644, BUKIT BATOK CENTRAL, #01-68. s(650644)
At the end of each session, the tutor will go through the answers with you, highlight your mistakes (if any) and give you tips on how to score well for your actual practical.
If you need training,
Session 1: Saturday 28/9, 4.30 pm – 7 pm. (Code: H2TPP1)
Session 2: Friday 4/10, 10 am – 12.30 pm. (Code: H2TPP2)
Session 3: Saturday 5/10, 4.30 pm – 7 pm. (Code: H2TPP3)
Session 4: Tuesday 8/10, 10 am – 12.30 pm. (Code: H2TPP4)
Session 5: Friday 11/10, 10 am – 12.30 pm. (Code: H2TPP5)
Session 6: Saturday 12/10, 4.30 pm – 7 pm. (Code: H2TPP6)
To book a Practical session (MUST be at least 3 days in advance),
(1) SMS or Whatsapp the following info to 9786 0411: (a) Name of student; (b) Date and Time; (c) Subject OR (d) Name and Code.
(2) Pay $160 (O-level, per session) or $280 (A-level, per session) via cash or online transfer or Paylah or Paynow (to 9786 0411).
* If you prefer days and timings different from our regular schedule, a surcharge of $30 per session is imposed as extra preparation is needed on our side.
For enquiries, please whatsapp to 9786 0411 or call our centre at 6569 4897.
Location: BLK 644, BUKIT BATOK CENTRAL, #01-68. s(650644)
H2 MOCK PRACTICAL EXAM (CHEM)
To do your A-Level H2 Chemistry Practical Mock Exam, please choose one or more of the following slots:
Session 1: Monday 7/10, 9 am – 12 pm. (Code: H2PC1)
Session 2: Wednesday 9/10, 9 am – 12 pm. (Code: H2PC2)
Session 3: Wednesday 9/10, 2 pm – 5 pm. (Code H2PC3)
Location: BLK 644, BUKIT BATOK CENTRAL, #01-68. s(650644)
At the end of each session, the tutor will go through the answers with you, highlight your mistakes (if any) and give you tips on how to score well for your actual practical.
If you need training,
Session 1: Saturday 5/10, 9 am – 11.30 am. (Code: H2TPC1)
Session 2: Tuesday 8/10, 2 pm – 4.30 pm. (Code: H2TPC2)
To book a Practical session (MUST be at least 3 days in advance),
(1) SMS or Whatsapp the following info to 9786 0411: (a) Name of student; (b) Date and Time; (c) Subject OR (d) Name and Code.
(2) Pay $160 (O-level, per session) or $280 (A-level, per session) via cash or online transfer or Paylah or Paynow (to 9786 0411).
* If you prefer days and timings different from our regular schedule, a surcharge of $30 per session is imposed as extra preparation is needed on our side.
For enquiries, please whatsapp to 9786 0411 or call our centre at 6569 4897.
Location: BLK 644, BUKIT BATOK CENTRAL, #01-68. s(650644)
A Level MOCK PRACTICAL during SEP HOLS
For 2020 schedule click on this link:
MOCK EXAMS FOR SCIENCE PRACTICAL (2020)
You can secure up to 20 percent of your grades for your science courses for your A levels even before you sit for the theory papers.
Do well in your practical exams and you are well on your way to achieve your targeted grade.
Prepare for your practicals by taking part in our mock practical exams.
Our experienced tutors will observe how you do your practicals within the stipulated time in exam-like conditions. They will then go through the practical paper and give you tips on how to save time, avoid common errors and improve accuracy of your results.
We are equipped for all the 3 sciences and take in a maximum of only 4 students per lab session. This gives a small tutor:student ratio and maximises student learning.
Location: Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644).
Fees: $280 / session
You can register or enquire more through 88765498.
JC MATH SEPTEMBER HOLS PROGRAM
Dear Students, if you find yourself in urgent need of help for your Pure Maths, sign up immediately for our JC Math September Holidays Program.
Our JC Math September Hols Program is designed to revise key concepts in challenging pure math chapters, as well as to discuss and explain popular questions that will be tested in the upcoming exams. This 8 session intensive course will cover the content as listed below. Our tutor will fully explain to you the common misconceptions and pitfalls in JC Math, as well as what to look out for in your upcoming exams.
Sign up for our JC Math Sept Hols Program now and improve your grades!
$120 per session
Only $890 for the whole package.
Do note that the fees is $120 per session (minimum 2 students) but if it is a 1 to 1, the fees is double.
For registration or enquiries, kindly call 65694897 or sms 9786 0411.
Location: Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68, S(650644).
Focus: CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING & APPLICATION OF SKILLS
Format: Teaching + Worksheets + Discussions
Target Group: Both JC1 and JC2 students who need to revise their pure math before the exams
A-Level H2 Chemistry June Holidays Topical Revision 2019
The June holiday provides an excellent opportunity to revise and consolidate your knowledge in both J1 and J2 H2 Chemistry, as well as to prepare for the upcoming A-levels. Our topical revision classes conducted in small groups so that the tutor has enough time to help each student individually.
For J2 Chemistry(First Three topics are suitable for J1 as well)
Retaking A-Levels
FAQ
FAQ1: If I’m a private candidate re-taking the A-Levels, what is the minimum number of subjects I must take to get into a local university like NUS or NTU?
You only need to do GP and 3 H2 subjects. Total 4 subjects. You don’t need to redo your H1 content subject or PW or MT.
FAQ2: If I’m a private candidate doing the A-Levels for the first time, what is the minimum number of subjects I must take to get into a local university like NUS or NTU?
You’ll need to do 3 H2 subjects, 1 H1 content subject, GP and MT. Total 6 subjects.
FAQ3: If I’m a private candidate, what is the minimum number of subjects I must take to get into an overseas university like in the UK or Australia?
Most overseas universities accept just 3 H2 subjects. Even GP is not needed. However some universities may expect a fourth subject, which can be a H1 or H2 subject, but it is safer to take a H2 subject.
SCIENCE PRACTICAL TRAINING
We provide A-Level / H2 and O-Level Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Science (Physics/Chemistry/Biology) Practical Training for private / school candidates and homeschoolers, for both local (eg. H2, Singapore-Cambridge) and international exams (CIE, IGCSE). School candidates who need more FULL PRACTICAL PRACTICE are also welcome.
You may need science practical lessons if you are a private candidate who needs a science lab and apparatus as well as practical coaching, or you are a school candidate who needs more practical training or timed practice for a FULL PRACTICAL.
For details on Practical Courses, Mock Exams or Schedules, kindly click on any of the following links relevant to the exam and level you will be doing:
A-LEVEL H2 PRACTICALS
FEES PER SESSION
A-LEVEL: $320 (training), $380 (mock exam)
(The full fee must be paid at least 5 days before the practical session to confirm your attendance as a lot of preparation is needed for practicals coupled with very limited class size)
ONE-TIME REGISTRATION FEE: $30
ONCE YOU HAVE REGISTERED, To book a Practical session (MUST be at least 5 days in advance),
(1) SMS or Whatsapp the following info to 88765498; (a) Name of student; (b) Date and Time; (c) Subject.
(2) Make payment via online transfer or Paylah or Paynow to 97860411.
Singapore Learner @ Bukit Batok
Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644).
Tel: +(65) 6569 4897, +(65) 88765498 (SMS)
Email: principal@singaporelearner.com
If you wish to visit us, kindly call or sms first. Thank you.
