Tutor City boasts a team of effective and proficient science tutors who specialise in providing private science tuition in Singapore. We provide expert consultation advice and tutor-matching service for primary, secondary, junior college, IB, IP and IGCSE science subjects.
No matter MOE or IB syllabus, 1-to-1 focus lifts scores quickly.
Profiles within 24 hours matched to location, timing and budget.
Customised lessons to learning style and pace after initial assessment.
Trained teachers, pros, top students—choose your fit.
Home lessons reduce travel and scheduling friction; online available.
Phone interviews; if the first tutor isn’t a fit, pay only for that lesson—rematch fast.
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The average hourly fees range from $30 – $150/hour, depending on tutor credentials, experience and level.
| Tuition Rates per Hour | Part-Time tutors 1 | Full-Time tutors | Ex/Current Teachers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary 3–6 | $30 – $40 | $50 – $60 | $70 – $90 |
| Lower Secondary | $35 – $50 | $55 – $65 | $70 – $100 |
| Upper Secondary | $40 – $50 | $60 – $70 | $75 – $100 |
| Junior College / IB | $50 – $60 | $70 – $90 | $100 – $150 |
| Degree & Diploma | $60 – $80 | $90 – $120 | $120 – $150 |
1) Includes students in polytechnics, universities and graduates tutoring part-time.
2) Science is offered from Primary 3 in MOE schools.
3) For special-needs support, see our SPED page.
Having private science tuition doesn’t have to be costly—pick a tutor profile that fits your budget and needs.
Due to wide content and practicals, many students struggle without support. Here are typical challenges and how private tuition helps.
1-to-1 individualised attention. Pace and style adapt to your child; extend strong topics or rebuild weak foundations.
Supportive environment. Home comfort reduces anxiety—especially for primary learners—so questions get asked.
Resources & past papers. Question banks, data booklets and top-school materials; exam-style practice.
Time saving. Tutor travels; time goes to revision, not commuting.
Faster improvement. Immediate feedback and targeted drilling on weak topics.
Due to its wide and extensive content and practical application, Science can be a difficult subject for many students to master and excel in. In fact, students who do not have additional guidance and support outside the classroom often struggle to keep up with the syllabus. Here are some challenges students face when learning science and how Tutor City’s private science tuition can greatly assist them.
Tutor City has been recommending tutors specialising in Science for over a decade, and we understand the various challenges students face. Our science tutors have noticed the same patterns over time and gained insight into students' problems when it comes to this subject.
That is why our tutors devise the curriculum and plan lessons in such a way that it is customised to target the weak areas of the students to help them overcome challenges in science. Do not wait for the problem to worsen. If your child is struggling in science, seek the assistance of our experienced Science tutors to help them improve.
Here are some advantages private home tuition can help your child in science:
If you refer to the practices of science framework drawn up by Singapore’s MOE, you will notice that the learning of science subjects in schools should incorporate three aspects:
The IB science curriculum emphasises inquiry at its core, where students will need to apply skills to explore and investigate the connection of science to their everyday life and further expand it out to the global phenomenon and context.
You would have realised that, similar to MOE’s science learning outcomes, students will need to acquire and demostrate key critical skills if they were to perform well.
| Core domains | Key Areas |
|---|---|
| Core domains | Diversity of materials; living & non-living; cycles (matter/water/plants/animals); plant/human/cell systems; forces; electrical system; interactions within environment; energy conversion; energy forms & uses. |
| Science | Key Areas |
|---|---|
| Physics / Chem / Bio | Thermal physics; measurement; waves; mechanics; electricity & magnetism; atomic structure; experimental chemistry; periodicity; chemistry of reactions; atmosphere; cell structure; biology principles; organic chemistry; regulation of life processes; transport; nutrition; reproduction; continuity of life; ecology; molecular genetics. |
| Subjects | Key Areas |
|---|---|
| Biology / Chemistry / Physics | Genetics & inheritance; cells & biomolecules; energy & equilibrium; infectious diseases; evolution; climate impacts; bonding; atomic structure; thermodynamics; kinetics; equilibria; gases; electrochemistry; periodicity; aqueous chemistry; measurement; imaging; neurobiology; waves; electricity; redox; medicinal chemistry; quantum/nuclear; fields; relativity; circular motion & gravitation. |
You would have realised by now that having good knowledge of science concepts taught in the syllabus is only half the battle won. Students will need consistent practice and exposure to a wide variety of science questions so as not to have any unpleasant surprises during an important examination.
Just like the training of fitness of your physical body, doing consistently the same exercises will only make certain muscle groups work better. You need to do a variety of different exercises to train different parts of your muscles to be in excellent shape.
The same principles apply when mastering science; students will need to be strategic in their learning, where different skills are taught and honed, although the focus might be on one core topic. For instance, for the topic of energy, students not only need to be aware of the basic principles but also demonstrate the ability to design experiments, perform calculations and analyse data that is given to formulate their conclusions and be able to communicate them clearly.
As your child progresses to upper secondary and junior colleges science, there is also a practical lab component which forms part of the assessment. As with all hands-on activities, time is needed to practise and develop the learning aptitudes to ace this portion. Some of it includes paying attention to details, as mistakes such as misreading instructions can cause students to fail their practical science exam. Students will also need to be familiar with the handling of science apparatus.
However, given the limited classroom time in a school environment, most teachers might already be rushing through the science syllabus to cover all concepts on time. They are simply insufficient time to break down and explain the science concepts clearly, not to mention the time to incorporate different questions or delve deeper into topics. Science lab lessons in class are also often rushed and do not offer sufficient time to truly spur the students’ curiosity to seek out additional information, which can help them to have a deeper comprehension of the scientific principles behind the lab sessions.
In a class of 20 to 30 students, the teacher rarely has time to address the individual questions and doubts that each student has to clear up their misconceptions or answer their burning questions. The student’s learning is curtailed if there is no reliable alternative resource, such as a good science tutor to guide them in science. This can potentially become a vicious cycle as students might perform badly in their exams, and without proper guidance, they might lose interest and confidence in the subject and, worse, harbour the incorrect thinking that they are simply “lousy” or “bad” in science.
Lastly, the school teacher uses the standard science answer key to go through the questions in the worksheet for all students, they do not have the chance to provide individualised feedback on your child’s work. For instance, when both students have obtained zero marks for the same question, one might have failed to analyse the data correctly, whereas another might not have understood the question at all. If they had personalised help such as science tuition, the tutor would have pinned down the exact problem to lessen the chance of the child making the same mistake in an exam. Effective feedback is crucial for improvement.
Science tuition in a centre. Fixed schedules, group setting (6–30+); less choice of tutor; commuting and make-up complexity.
Home science tuition. 1-to-1 at home/tutor’s place; more personal, faster progress.
Private small-group. 2–4 friends/classmates share costs; collaborative discussion clarifies misconceptions.
Online science tuition. Flexible; great near exams or when avoiding travel.
1. Science tuition in the tuition centre
Science tuition in a tuition centre can be in a large or small group setting which ranges from a group of 6 to sometimes 30 or more students. Students usually have to travel to a physical location for tuition classes that are set out on a fixed schedule.
Some science tuition centres specialise in science, which means that they only offer tuition in physics, chemistry, biology and combined science. This allows the centre to focus more on curriculum and developing good science teaching strategies while other centres offer tuition in multiple subjects.
As compared to home science tuition, there is little freedom to select the science tutor, especially one that can match your timeslot and preferred tuition centre outlet. Usually, the popular science tutor’s classes are packed full, and you might be put on a waitlist with an indefinite waiting time. Moreover, there is also additional time spent on commuting and make-up lessons can be hard to schedule since the lessons are less flexible as there is a need to cater to other students and classroom availability.
2. Home science tuition
Parents can hire a science tutor to provide one-to-one tuition services either in the comfort of your own home or at the tutor’s place (if your place is not conducive) at a timeslot which is convenient for you.
A private science tutor does not play the role of a teacher, which is defined as someone who will deliver lessons in a more formal and bigger setting. Therefore, the skillsets of being a good tutor can be different compared to that of a teacher.
Home tuition is in a more intimate and private setting, effective home tutors are better able to aid weaker students in mastering science quickly because they are usually equipped with good interpersonal skills. This allows them to build rapport and credibility with their students to elevate their joy and learning experience as compared to a group setting.
3. Private small group science tuition
Due to budget constraints, some tertiary students or their parents might hire a private science tutor to teach a small group of 2 to 4 students who can be friends or classmates at an indicated location, such as the tutor’s place or a co-working space and split the hourly tutor fees among themselves.
Besides reducing tuition costs, small-group private science tuition is popular at the tertiary level (upper secondary or JC, IB) because students can share their ideas and help clarify each other’s misconceptions through discussions. Each student in the group can also bring their own understanding, perspectives and experiences when approaching science exam questions. This helps to shorten the learning curve for your child and lessen similar mistakes that were made by their peers.
Lastly, learning in a group enhances motivation as the interaction can help students to be more engaged and look forward to attending the science tuition sessions.
4. Online science tuition
Remote learning has taken off post-covid, and both tuition centres and private home tutors offer the option of online science tuition for students who prefer this.
This option can be explored, for instance, if a science tutor is not able to meet your schedule due to the commuting time needed to travel to your place as he or she has a lesson prior to yours. Remote science tuition is advantageous if you would like to minimise your child’s contact with people so as not to fall sick, especially when it is close to important examinations such as PSLE or O/A Levels.
To help you narrow your search, here are some essential qualities you should look for in a science tutor:
1. Experience
Tutors providing science tuition need to have a few years of experience teaching at the same level. It shows that they have the capability to help students excel at that level. That is why experience is the first thing you should look for when finding the right tutor for your child.
With experience comes expertise, and such tutors will make sure that students don't make common mistakes in their examinations. At Tutor City, we recommend tutors that have years of teaching experience of a similar level. You can count on us to provide the best recommendation so you can choose a tutor that best fits your child's needs.
2. Ability To Spot Weaknesses
The best science tutors understand the challenges students face. They also use the tutoring sessions to understand the weaknesses of the student in the subject. Once they recognize these weaknesses, they can devise a schedule that helps students overcome their weaknesses.
At Tutor City, we have incredibly experienced science tutors. They easily spot weaknesses of the students and help them improve. You will notice a significant improvement in results in no time.
3. Access To Additional Learning Resources
Our tutors have years of experience in conducting science tuition. Over the years, they have collected additional learning materials from the top schools in Singapore. These materials will aid students in their learning journey and help them improve their science examination results.
At Tutor City, we ensure that our recommendations include if the science tutor will be providing learning resources.
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