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).
Singapore Learner has been a Comprehensive Science Practical Training provider since 2017.
As at 19 Apr 2026, we have trained about 1060 students for their science practical exams and we have conducted a total of about 4044 lab sessions.
Our laboratory apparatus are exam-grade and similar to those used in MOE schools and our chemicals are all NEA-approved.
NEW MOE/SEAB SYLLABUS 6091 FOR O-LEVEL PHYSICS PAPER 3 PRACTICAL
Paper 3 (Practical) is weighted to 20% of the total assessment.
PRACTICAL SKILLS WHICH WILL BE ASSESSED IN PAPER 3:
(a) Planning (P)
• recognise key variables for a given experiment
• give a clear description of an experimental procedure to investigate the problem
• describe how the data should be used in order to reach a conclusion
• assess the risks of the experiment and describe precautions
(b) Manipulation, Measurement and Observation (MMO)
- set up apparatus properly by following instructions or given diagrams
- use common lab apparatus and methods to gather data and make observations
- describe and explain how apparatus and techniques are used correctly
make and record accurate observations and measurements to the correct degree of precision
make suitable decisions about measurements or observations
(c) Presentation of Data and Observations (PDO)
• present all information in a proper form
• handle measurements effectively in order to identify trends or patterns
• present quantitative data to the correct number of decimal places or significant figures
(d) Analysis, Conclusions and Evaluation (ACE)
• analyse and interpret data or observations correctly in relation to the task
• draw conclusion(s) from experimental data or observations
• predict outcomes or trends based on their data and conclusions
• identify major sources of errors, limitations of measurements and/or experimental procedure and how these affect their results
• describe and explain how significant errors or limitations may be overcome or reduced
Some of the questions may include some assessment of Skill P, set in the context of the syllabus content, requiring candidates to apply and integrate knowledge and understanding from different sections of the syllabus. It may also require the student to draw conclusions from given experimental data and to analyse a proposed plan.
The assessment of skills MMO, PDO and ACE will also be within the context of the syllabus. The assessment of PDO and ACE may also cover questions on data-analysis which do not require practical equipment or apparatus.
Candidates are not allowed to refer to notebooks, textbooks or any other information during the assessment.
Students should be able to make measurements or determinations of physical quantities such as mass, length, area, volume, time, current and potential difference.
Students should be aware of the need to take simple precautions for safety and/or accuracy. Candidates will be required to follow the instructions given in the question paper and answer on the question paper itself.
PRACTICAL TOPICS WHICH WILL BE ASSESSED IN PAPER 3:
Paper 3 (Practical) is weighted to 20% of the assessment.
Candidates are expected to have been exposed to a range of topics and experimental techniques such as:
- measurements of length, time interval, temperature, volume, mass and weight, current and voltage using appropriate instruments
- determination of the density of a liquid, or of a regularly or irregularly shaped solid which sinks in water
- determination of the value of the acceleration of free fall
- investigation of the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces
- the principle of moments
- determination of the position of the centre of gravity of a plane lamina
- investigation of the factors affecting thermal energy transfer
- determination of heat capacities of materials and latent heat of substances
- the law of reflection
- determination of the position and characteristics of an optical image formed by a plane mirror or a thin converging lens
- the refraction of light through glass blocks
- the principle of total internal reflection
- the focal length of lenses
- determination of the speed, wavelength and frequency of waves
- measurements of current and voltage by using appropriate ammeters and voltmeters
- determination of the resistance of a circuit element using appropriate instruments
- investigation of the magnetic effect of current in a conductor
- investigation of the effects of electromagnetic induction
Candidates are expected to be familiar with the use of dataloggers, including for skill area P.
LIST OF APPARATUS WHICH STUDENTS MUST BE FAMILIAR WITH FOR O-LEVEL PHYSICS PRACTICAL:
| Electricity | Mechanics and Other Items |
| Ammeter (analogue): f.s.d. 1A | Pendulum bob |
| Voltmeter (analogue): f.s.d. 3V, f.s.d. 5 V | Stand, boss and clamp: × 2 (Length of rod: 60cm) |
| Cells: 2 × 1.5 V with holder | Pivot |
| Lamp and holder: 2.5 V, 0.3A | Pulley |
| Rheostat: Maximum resistance: 22 Ω, Rating: at least 3.3A | Newton-meter: 1 N, 2.5 N |
| Various resistors | Rule with millimetre scale (1 × 1m, 1 × 0.5m, 1 × 300mm) |
| Switch | Digital calipers to 0.01 mm (1 per 4–6 candidates) |
| Jockey | Digital micrometer screw gauge to 0.001 mm(1 per 4–6 candidates) |
| Leads and crocodile clips | Stopwatch (reading to 0.1s or better) |
| Wire: constantan 28 s.w.g. or metric equivalents | Balance to 0.01g (1 per 8–12 candidates) |
| Wire: nichrome 28, 32 s.w.g. or metric equivalents | Plasticine |
| 2 × bar magnets | Blu-Tack |
| 1 × small compass | Springs |
| Optical pin | |
| Heat | Slotted masses: 1 × 5g; 1 × 10g; 2 × 20g; 4 × 50g; 1 × 50g hanger |
| Long stem thermometer: –10°C to 110°C at 1°C | |
| Beaker: 500cm3 , 2 × 250cm3 | Slotted masses: 4 × 100g; 1 × 100g hanger |
| Boiling tube: 150mm × 25mm | Burette |
| Measuring cylinder: 50cm3, 100cm3 | Rubber tubing |
| Plastic/polystyrene cup 200cm3 | Cork |
| Means to heat water safely to boiling | Dropper |
| Heating mat | String / thread / twine |
| Stirrer | Scissors |
| Adhesive tape | |
| Light | Card (assorted sizes) |
| Glass block (120mm × 60mm × 20mm) | Wood (assorted sizes, for various uses, e.g. support) |
| Microscope slides | Wooden board |
| Mirror, plane (100mm × 50mm) | Sand and tray |
| Converging lens f = 15 cm | 2 x Bricks (approx. 22cm × 10cm × 7cm) |
| Lens holder | |
| Screen (10cm wide, 15cm high) | |
| Torchlight | |
| Protractor | |
| Pin board (23cm × 30cm) | |
| Pins | |
| Tracing paper |
OUR STRUCTURED PRACTICAL TRAINING SYSTEM
Based on the above syllabus, we have several structured programs for you, depending on whether you are a private or school candidate.
PRIVATE CANDIDATES
If you are a private candidate, for each subject, you must complete 4 Basic practicals (preferably by 15 Apr) plus a further 4 Exam-Paper-Style practicals, before we issue you a certificate to acknowledge that you have completed a sufficient amount of practical training necessary for your actual exam. Beyond these 8 practical sessions, you may also opt to attend our Practical Crash Courses and our Practical Mock Exams in June, September or October.
SCHOOL CANDIDATES
If you are a current school candidate, you may select any of the training labs found in our schedule, and you are strongly encouraged to sign up early for our Practical Crash Courses and our Practical Mock Exams which will be held in June, September or October.
OUR PHYSICS PRACTICAL SCHEDULE (Jan to Oct)
*Other labs, such as PP10-PP17, are also available for those who want further training or as mock exams.
*If you sign up after January, we will adjust the above schedule for you but you may have to attend more than one practical session per month per subject.
PRACTICAL TUITION FEES
PRACTICAL DAYS AND TIMINGS
IMPORTANT POINTS TO NOTE:
The above is the ideal schedule for students who want to excel in their Physics practical exams, by starting in Jan and having a final practical revision or mock exam in Oct. The practical sessions are well spread out, giving students time to study the theory components as well as other subjects. Thus it is highly recommended that you commence your practical training in January.
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 $50 via Paynow or funds transfer.
(5) Make the required payment for each lab session at least 7 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)
BASIC LABS:
Lab PP1: MECHANICS: PERIOD OF A PENDULUM (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available sessions: (JAN- AUG , CONFIRM WITH ADMIN)
Lab PP2: HEAT: COOLING CURVES OF WATER (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available sessions: (JAN – AUG, CONFIRM WITH ADMIN)
Lab PP3: LIGHT: GLASS BLOCK + REFRACTIVE INDEX (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available session: (JAN – AUG, CONFIRM WITH ADMIN)
Lab PP4: ELECTRICITY: RESISTOR + RHEOSTAT (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available session: (JAN – AUG, CONFIRM WITH ADMIN)
Note: The above 4 labs (PP1, PP2, PP3, PP4) 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:
Lab PP5: FOCAL LENGTH + PLANNING (Light, Difficult) + WATER WAVES (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available session: (CONFIRM SLOT WITH ADMIN)
Lab PP6: CENTRE OF GRAVITY + RESISTIVITY (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available session: (CONFIRM SLOT WITH ADMIN)
Lab PP7: D.C CIRCUITS + LIGHT (TWO VERTICAL GLASS BLOCKS) (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: (CONFIRM SLOT WITH ADMIN)
Lab PP8: MOMENTS + ACCELERATION DUE TO GRAVITY + HEAT (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: (CONFIRM SLOT WITH ADMIN)
Lab PP9: LIGHT (MAGNIFICATION) + SPECIFIC HEAT CAPACITY + PRINCIPLE OF MOMENTS (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: (AUG – SEPT, CONFIRM SLOT WITH ADMIN)
Lab PP10: SPRING EXTENSION + PLANNING + HEAT + REFRACTIVE INDEX (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available sessions: (AUG – SEPT, CONFIRM SLOT WITH ADMIN)
Lab PP11: ELECTRICAL RESISTIVITY + INCLINED PLANE (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER)(Available session: (AUG – SEPT, CONFIRM SLOT WITH ADMIN)
Lab PP12: SPRING EXTENSION + MOMENTS + PLANNING + POTENTIOMETER (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available session: (SEPT – OCT, CONFIRM SLOT WITH ADMIN)
Lab PP13: HEAT + EQUILIBRIUM OF FORCES + CONVERGING LENS + PLANNING (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available session: (SEPT – OCT, CONFIRM SLOT WITH ADMIN)
Lab PP14: SPECIFIC HEAT CAPACITY + D.C. CIRCUITS + REFRACTION IN WATER + PLANNING (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available session: 1 (SEPT- OCT, CONFIRM SLOT WITH ADMIN)
Lab PP15: POTENTIOMETER + LENSES + RATE OF FLOW OF WATER + PLANNING (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) Available session: (CONFIRM SLOT WITH ADMIN)
Lab PP16: SPRING OSCILLATION + HEAT + REFRACTIVE INDEX (PIN IN WATER) + PLANNING (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available session: (CONFIRM SLOT WITH ADMIN)
Lab PP17: INCLINED PLANE + FRICTION 17+ POTENTIOMETER 17 (EXAM PAPER TRAINING, LEVEL: REVISER) (Available session: (CONFIRM SLOT WITH ADMIN)
ADDITIONAL BASIC LABS (for students who seek extra specific topics):
Lab PP1A: MECHANICS: FINDING CENTRE OF GRAVITY (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available sessions: 30/11 (2-4pm))
Lab PP1B: MECHANICS: PERIOD OF AN OSCILLATING SPRING (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available sessions:
Lab PP1C: MECHANICS: USING A PULLEY SYSTEM + REBOUND HEIGHT (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available sessions:
Lab PP3A: LIGHT: CONVERGING LENS (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available session: (Confirm with admin)
Lab PP4A: ELECTRICITY: RESISTANCE OF WIRE + POTENTIOMETER (TOPICAL TRAINING, LEVEL: BEGINNER) (Available session: (Confirm with admin)
CRASH COURSE AND MOCK EXAMS (Jun, Sep, Oct):
O-LEVEL PURE PHYSICS HANDS-ON PRACTICAL CRASH COURSE
SCIENCE (PHYSICS) HANDS-ON PRACTICAL CRASH COURSE
MOCK EXAMS FOR SCIENCE PRACTICAL
PAST TOPICS OF O-LEVEL PHYSICS PRACTICAL:
2022: Measurement of Length (diameter and number of turns of a spring), Measurement of Time and Temperature (ball of blue-tack dropped in cylinder of oil), Electrical Power (light bulb, potentiometer, voltmeter, ammeter, curved graph). Planning involved two experiments as there were two dependent variables (quite rare for O level).
2023: Q1 was on Electricity (resistance wire, power and experiment with jockey stick). Q2 was Oscillation/frequency related (hanging a metre rule at near its centre from a spring, with masses at the end of the rule in upside-down-T formation). Q3 was on Lenses (focal length). Planning (related to Q2) involved relationship between extension of spring and period of oscillation (there is a retort stand with a spring then there is a rule with a string. Then you have to put a S hook to the spring and put the rule with the string on it. Then there was a 200g which u have to put on the 2cm mark of the rule. Then the other end of the rule u have to attach blue-tack to it. Then at the 0 cm mark u have to push it down and release it and get the frequency/oscillation)
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
GENEARL MARKING POINTS FOR O-LEVEL PHYSICS PRACTICAL
(A) Taking readings
During the course of their training for this paper, candidates should be taught to observe the following points of good practice, which are often included in the mark scheme.
A measuring instrument should be used to its full precision (correct number of decimal places).
Thermometers are usually marked with intervals of 1° C. It is appropriate to record a reading which coincides exactly with a mark as, for example, 32.0° C, rather than as a bald 32° C.
Interpolation between scale divisions should be to better than one half of a division. For example, consider a thermometer with scale divisions of 1° C. A reading of 32.3° C might best be recorded as 32.5° C, since ‘0.3’ is nearer ‘0.5’ than ‘0’. That is, where a reading lies between two scale marks, an attempt should be made to interpolate between those two marks, rather than simply rounding to the nearest mark.
The length of an object measured on a rule with a centimetre and millimetre scale should be recorded as 13.0 cm rather than a bald 13 cm, if the ends of the object coincide exactly with the 0 and 13 cm marks.
A measurement or calculated quantity must be accompanied by a correct unit, where appropriate.
(B) Recording readings
A table of results should include, in the column headings, the name or symbol of the measured or calculated quantity, together with the appropriate unit. Solidus notation is expected.
Each reading should be repeated, if possible, and recorded.
The number of significant figures given for calculated quantities should be the same as the least number of significant figures in the raw data used.
A ratio should be calculated as a decimal number, to two or three significant figures.
(C) Drawing graphs
A graph should be drawn with a sharp pencil. The axes should be labelled with quantity and unit. The scales for the axes should allow the majority of the graph paper to be used in both directions and be based on sensible ratios, e.g. 2cm on the graph paper representing 1 or 2 or 5 units of the variable (or 10, 20 or 50, etc.).
Each data point should be plotted to an accuracy better than one half of one of the smallest squares on the grid. Points should be indicated by a small cross or a fine dot with a circle drawn around it. Large ‘dots’ will be penalised.
Where a straight line is required to be drawn through the data points, Examiners expect to see an equal number of points either side of the line over its entire length (the best fit line). That is, points should not be seen to lie all above the line at one end, and all below the line at the other end.
The gradient of a straight line should be measured by using a triangle with a hypotenuse that extends over at least half the length of the candidate’s line.
Data values should be read from the line to an accuracy better than one half of one of the smallest squares on the grid. The same accuracy should be used in reading off an intercept. Calculation of the gradient should be to two or three significant figures.
Our Practical Centre:
Singapore Learner @ Bukit Batok
Blk 644, Bukit Batok Central, #01-68. S(650644).
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