Secondary 4 English Tuition:
The Best Sec 4 English Tutors in Singapore
Secondary 4 English can be a struggle for many students as they prepare for the O Level English Examinations. On top of the O Level stress that Sec 4 students typically face, students also have to learn new skills such as narrative writing and argumentative writing. It is thus important that you engage MindFlex’s Top Secondary 4 English Tuition to help your child to cope with the Sec 4 English curriculum.
Importance of Sec 4 English Tuition
Secondary 4 English can be extremely challenging for students, given the amount of adjustment needed to Upper Secondary School life and the increase in rigour of the curriculum. Moreover, many students will be in the process of gearing up for their N or O Level Examinations.
Here at MindFlex, we understand that Secondary 4 is difficult for many students. Secondary 4 students are expected to learn much harder content, and at a much faster pace. Therefore, it is no wonder that many Secondary 4 students feel anxious and overwhelmed.
MindFlex offers Secondary 4 English Tutors that are well-versed in the MOE syllabus. They will be able to help students cope with the rigour of the Secondary 4 English curriculum. Our Patient and Dedicated Sec 4 English tutors will be able to help your child in his/her English journey.
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How Much Does Sec 4 English Tuition Cost
For 1-1 Private Home Tuition for Secondary 4 English, you may expect to pay around $35 to $90 an hour, depending on experience and qualifications of the tutor you want to engage. If private tuition is not your child’s cup of tea, you may also consider sending your child to a tuition centre, where rates tend to range from $200 to $460 a month.
Part-Time | Full-Time | Ex/Current MOE Teachers | |
Sec 1 | $30-$45/h | $45-$55/h | $60-$85/h |
Sec 2 | $30-$45/h | $45-$55/h | $60-$85/h |
Sec 3 | $35-$45/h | $45-$60/h | $60-$95/h |
Sec 4 | $35-$45/h | $45-$60/h | $60-$95/h |
Sec 5 | $35-$45/h | $45-$60/h | $60-$95/h |
Outline of Sec 4 English Tuition
- Writing Pieces that Argue, Respond and Evaluate
- Appreciate Implied Meanings in Various Texts
- Learning to Develop and Organise Ideaas
- Creating A Coherent Line of Arguments
- Attainting Precision of Expression in Writing
- Applying Appropriate Language Features in Writing
Challenges Faced By English Sec 4 Students
Inability to Clarify Doubts
Some Secondary 4 students face difficulties clarifying their doubts in class, especially students who have a more quiet and timid temperament. As such, they may be afraid of being ridiculed by their peers, and as a result do not speak up in class.
At MindFlex, we feel that it is of the utmost importance that students voice out their concerns and doubts as soon as possible to facilitate a smoother learning process. Moreover, the act of speaking up in class will train Sec 4 English students to speak up later on in life. This is helpful in building up their confidence, and will serve them well in the future and in the workplace.
Poor Examination Performance
It is often a common sight to see Sec 4 English students study hard for their various tests and examinations, but end up with less-than-stellar results. Unfortunately, this is a result of poor examination performance, meaning that the work and revision that Sec 4 students put in does not translate into good examination results.
Here at MindFlex, we recommend that Sec 4 English students complete their revision and practice papers under timed conditions and in a simulated examination environment, so as to ensure that they are able to perform in their actual examinations.
Poor Time Management
Oftentimes, the main reason why Sec 4 English students fare poorly in their examinations and tests is because they did not have sufficient time to complete the paper. This is a result of poor time management in the examination.
Here at MindFlex, we believe that the main reason for this is insufficient practice and exposure to examination conditions. With insufficient practice, students will not have a good gauge of their pace, and thus often run out of time in examinations.
Hectic Schedules and Timetables
Sec 4 students often have numerous after-school commitments such as their Co-Curricular Activities (CCA), as well as their after-school Supplementary classes that many schools tend to organise.
As a result, many Sec 4 English students are left feeling drained and exhausted after school, and may not have the time or energy to catch up on their revision and school homework. This is likely to put immense stress and pressure on them, which would have adverse effects on their well-being in the long run.
Why You Should Engage A Sec 4 English Tutor
1. Help Students Clarify Doubts
Secondary 4 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 Secondary 4 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 Secondary 4 English Syllabus
The transition from Sec 3 to Sec 4 English will no doubt be tough for Secondary 4 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 Secondary 4 English Tutor, students will be able to make a smooth transition into Secondary 3 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 Secondary 4 English students are left struggling in the language.
With the help of a Secondary 3 English Tutor, students will be provided with additional guidance and exposure to the language. Secondary 3 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 Secondary 4 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 Secondary 4 English students tend to imbibe and use in their academic work.
A Top Secondary 4 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 Sec 4 English Tutor
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.
Patience
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.
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.
Experience Teaching Secondary 4 Students
It is imperative that you check if the tutor you are interested in engaging has experience in teaching other Sec 4 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.
Testimonials from Sec 4 English Students
Mdm Ang, my English Tutor, has been super helpful. My English has been horrible and I have been consistently getting below B4 since Sec 1. However, after starting tuition with Mdm Ang in Sec 4, I have witnessed a lot of improvements! I recently got an A2 in my English prelims!
Tammy Koo
Sec 4 Student, Nanyang Girls’ High School
I have been attending English Tuition with Ms Soh since Sec 1 til now in Sec 4, and she has helped me improve a lot in my English abilities. With her constant help and guidance, as well as her never ending support, I managed to get an A1 for my prelims, and even topped the class!
Chen Ling Sin
Sec 4 Student, Fairfield Methodist Secondary School
I have always done poorly in English exams, so I decided to seek for an English Tutor. Vincent, the tutor recommended to me by MindFlex, has been very helpful and patient. He will guide me to ensure I understand the content taught in school, and will then give me extra practice based on what he thinks I need to improve on.
Valerie Pang
Sec 4 Student, Tanjong Katong Secondary School
My English Tutor has helped me a lot! Initially, I was scoring an average of D7 or E8 in all of my school exams, but my tutor was still really encouraging and would even reply to his messages at night or on weekends when I had trouble doing my homework. Thanks to him, I managed to score an A3 in my English prelims!
Kimberlynn Ng
Sec 4 Student, Riverside Secondary School
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We fully understand how stressful the Secondary 4 year can be for students. Plus, it also becomes extremely crucial to engage a Secondary 4 English Tutor to supplement the student’s learning. That is why at MindFlex, we have some of the best Secondary 4 English Tutors! Our tutors are all highly qualified and experienced, and will definitely be able to help ease Secondary 4 students’ worries and anxieties.
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