Primary 1 English Tuition:
The Best P1 English Tutors in Singapore
MindFlex has the best tutors available for P1 English Tuition in Singapore. Our P1 English Tutors have helped many students transit smoothly from Kindergarten to Primary School, and score an AL1 for English. Here at MindFlex, we offer high-quality Primary 1 English Tuition at affordable rates. Choose a Qualified and Dedicated P1 English Tutor from our database of Top English Tutors in Singapore.
Importance of P1 English Tuition
Learning English at the Primary 1 level is one of the most important educational blocks of a child’s education journey. The transition in English standard from Kindergarten to P1 level offers a new set of challenges to many students. Enforcing strong basics in English is essential for P1s to make sure that they build a strong foundation for the years to come.
Having the right foundations for English can reap many benefits in a student’s educational journey. It enables students to understand other subjects better, even at the P1 level. P1 students are introduced to new vocabulary and sentence structuring which may initially pose a challenge to them.
Many P1 students struggle to adapt to a new environment after moving on from Kindergarten level. Mastery of the language at a young age can not only help the student academically, but also increase the students confidence.
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How Much Does P1 English Tuition Cost
The average rate for P1 English Tuition varies greatly on the type of tutor selected. The tuition rates range from $25 to $60 for 1 to 1 home tuition, depending on the qualifications and experience of the tutor. Tuition centres also offer group rates for P1 English at around $160-$400/month, depending on the reputation and quality of the centre.
Part-Time | Full-Time | Ex/Current MOE Teachers | |
P1 | $25-$35/h | $35-$45/h | $50-$70/h |
P2 | $25-$35/h | $35-$45/h | $50-$70/h |
P3 | $25-$35/h | $35-$45/h | $50-$70/h |
P4 | $25-$35/h | $35-$45/h | $50-$70/h |
P5 | $30-$40/h | $40-$50/h | $60-$80/h |
P6 | $30-$40/h | $40-$50/h | $60-$80/h |
Outline of P1 English Tuition
- Teaching basic grammar
- Learning to spell accurately
- Introduction of simple vocabulary
- Introduction to basic sentence structures
- Introduction to writing in print script
- Development of writing readiness
Challenges Faced By English P1 Students
Transitioning from Kindergarten
Primary 1 students face the unique struggle of transitioning from Kindergarten to a more structured Primary 1 curriculum. Moreover, the P1 English content that they are required to learn is immensely different from what they are used to learning in Kindergarten, which is less structured.
In Primary 1 English, students are expected to learn simple sentence structures, grammar and phonics.Here at MindFlex, we recommend that Primary 1 students take their time adjusting to their new Primary School lives so that they are able to learn English comfortably and to their fullest potential.
Not Able to Form Sentences
Primary 1 English students often struggle forming complete and well-structured sentences. In Kindergarten, more emphasis is placed on basic phonetics and individual words. As such, students may be overwhelmed when they are expected to form proper sentences in Primary school.
Having a poor understanding of proper sentence structures can be immensely detrimental to Primary 1 English students, as this could affect their overall communication skills in the future. Here at MindFlex, we recommend that Primary 1 students begin expressing themselves in full sentences as soon as they can. We also recommend students to read widely, in order to expose themselves to different basic sentence structures.
Inability to Clarify Doubts
At the Primary 1 level, some students may face some difficulties voicing out their struggles and doubts. This is especially true for students with a shy or quiet temperament. As such, they may be reluctant or too scared to speak up in class, for fear of being laughed at by their peers.
Here at MindFlex, we believe that it is of the utmost importance that students sound out their doubts and concerns immediately so as to facilitate a smooth learning process. Moreover, the act of speaking up in class will train P1 English students in proper communication. This is helpful in building up their confidence, and will serve them well in the future.
Unable to Understand Certain Words
Some Primary 1 English students may face difficulties understanding certain new vocabulary. This is especially true for P1 English students who lack sufficient exposure to English materials and content such as books and television shows.
As a result, students may feel confused and intimidated at the sight of new words, and thus may be less incentivised to continue studying the language. MindFlex believes that P1 English students should read widely and extensively to continuously expose themselves to new words and phrases, and also make it a habit to check the dictionary for the meanings of words that they do not understand.
Why You Should Engage A P1 English Tutor
1. Help Students Clarify Doubts
Primary 1 English students may not be willing to clarify their doubts in class, as they fear being laughed at by their peers. Moreover, teachers may not be available for 1-to-1 consultations, given that they teach numerous classes and numerous students. This thus makes it rather difficult for students to seek individual and personalised help in school.
A Primary 1 English Tutor will be able to be totally dedicated to helping the individual students, thus helping students to clarify their misconceptions or doubts that they have. Moreover, students need not feel shy about asking their questions, given the private environment of the tuition class.
2. Gradually Ease Students into Primary School English Syllabus
The transition from kindergarten or preschool to primary 1 will no doubt be tough for Primary 1 English students. The increase in intensity and rigour of the curriculum is sure to be a source of stress for students.
With the help of a Primary 1 English Tutor, students will be able to make a smooth transition into primary 1 life with their English Tutor serving as a pillar of support in their academic endeavors.
3. Help Students Master English Vocabulary
English can be an immensely difficult language to master. Given the complexity of its grammar rules, unfamiliar phonics and different sentence structures, it is no wonder that many Primary 1 English students are left struggling in the language.
With the help of a Primary 1 English Tutor, students will be provided with additional guidance and exposure to the language. Primary school students will thus be able to gain mastery of English with this additional support.
4. Aid with Sentence Structuring
It is no secret that many Primary 1 English students struggle with utilising proper sentence structure in their everyday spoken and written English. This problem is compounded by the use of Singlish in our everyday speech, which many Primary 1 English students tend to imbibe and use in their academic work.
A Top Primary 1 English Tutor will be able to guide students towards using proper sentence structures and grammatically accurate terms in their writing and speaking.
What To Look For in A P1 English Tutor
Patience
It is extremely important that you engage a patient tutor who is able to explain concepts and English rules in a patient manner. With a patient English tutor, students will be more likely to clarify their doubts and misconceptions with the tutor, since they are not too daunted or intimidated to do so.
The patience of the tutor is an immensely important factor when selecting a tutor. MindFlex recommends that you engage a patient English tutor in order for your child to have a smooth English learning journey.
Experience Teaching P1 students
It is imperative that you check if the tutor you are interested in engaging has experience in teaching other Primary 1 students. With such experience, they will then be familiar with the current English syllabus and common examination practices. It is thus important that you ensure that the English Tutor has been teaching students of similar levels.
MindFlex also recommends that you choose tutors who have experience in teaching English to students of similar levels or have the personal academic achievements to teach English.
Commitment
It is also important to check if the English tutor that you select is able to commit to your time slot in the long term. This is important, as it would be a pity for the tutor to build a strong rapport with your child, and then subsequently cancel future lessons due to clashes in your schedules.
Here at MindFlex, we recommend that you check with your tutor on whether they are able to commit long-term in order to avoid disappointment and the disruption of your child’s learning.
Qualifications
Top English Tutors in Singapore will naturally have testimonials and recommendations from previous tutees, as well as have the appropriate qualifications to teach. We recommend for you to check if they have been recommended by past parents or have any testimonials from parents and students, in order to gauge if the English tutor is right for your child’s needs.
Typically, most recommended English Tutors will have strong qualifications as well as a strong testimonial base, which can reassure you of their capability to teach your child.
Testimonials from P1 English Students
My daughter’s tutor, Ms Choa, has been superb at helping her with her English! After Ms Choa’s help, Felicia has been enjoying English lessons in school more! Ms Choa knows how to come up with many different ways to engage Felicia during lessons and I’m very impressed with the quality of tutors that MindFlex has!
Marianne Lim (Parent of Felicia Lim)
P1 Student from Choa Chu Kang Pri
Before starting on tuition lessons with the tutor, Jia Yi has always hated English. We have tried many English Tutors, but all of them were unable to help Jia Yi or get her to pay attention in class. With the current tutor from MindFlex, Jia Yi has taken a greater interest in the language.
Philip Teo (Parent of Teo Jia Yi)
P1 Student from Ai Tong School
Kenny has been with tutor Si Yi for a few months, and he has been enjoying English a lot more. Si Yi is a very engaging teacher who often comes up with exciting ways to teach Kenny new vocabulary. She is also very patient and never loses her temper even if Kenny is not cooperating.
Jansen Lim (Parent of Kenny Lim)
P1 Student from Seng Kang Pri
I started Joe on English Tuition with MindFlex a few months ago, and I am pleasantly surprised by the quality of the tutor recommended to me. Mdm Lim is extremely professional and experienced, and the quality of her lessons is great. Joe has learnt so much within the past few months.
Pan Ke Jia (Parent of Joe Pan)
P1 Student from Lakeside Pri
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