Singapore’s Stellar Secondary Chemistry Tuition


Learn to Analyse & Apply Concepts

Proper Preparation Prevents Poor Performance – the five Ps of success not just for examinations, but life itself.

Through our O-Level Chemistry tuition programme, AO Studies strives to equip students with the foundational knowledge that helps them better understand not just Chemistry but also the other Sciences and how they all come together to explain our world.

Often, secondary school students are unable to grasp the concept of a chemical reaction because they find difficulty visualising what actually happens at a molecular level. This forces many of them to give up on the subject and decide to take on other Sciences, such as O-Level Physics, or Humanities subjects instead. However, they fail to realise that Chemistry is the foundation of Science itself, one that forms the bridge between the other Sciences. Without it, the learning of other Sciences becomes impossible as well.

At AO Studies, we understand that the significance of Chemistry can be far-reaching. At the same time, we are aware that the strategy of learning Chemistry is in many ways unique compared to the learning of other Sciences. Requiring a special blend of understanding and memory work, students who are able to fully grasp it will be able to understand how the world works in a whole new perspective.

Leveraging this knowledge, we offer O-Level Chemistry tuition programmes to help students prepare for their upcoming exams. Participating in our secondary Chemistry tuition classes equips students with the essential expertise and self-assurance required to excel in their O-Level assessments, enabling them to triumphantly conquer their exams.

What Makes Us Different From The Others?

AO Studies Other Chemistry Tuition
Class size Optimum class size (10 - 20 pax) Too little (incompetent tutor); Too large (impossible to pay attention to your child)
Years of Experience Nearly 20 yrs less than 10yrs
Premium lounge + studying area accessible daily only waiting area before and after class
Centralised location 5 mins from Bugis/City Hall MRT interchange, Opp to National Library Local neighbourhood, not accessible for everyone
Drinks and snacks Free Chargeable
Deposits No Up to $200
Admin fees No Up to $100
Registration fees No Up to $200
Withdrawal period notice No 1-2 months advance notice

Colin Tan

Chu Wei's passion for math, alongside the wealth of knowledge about the subject, made it possible to do so as he used unique ways to explain certain concepts and ideas.

Saint Andrew's Junior College

Justin Lim

Chu Wei is very well-versed with Math as a subject and is able to pass down his knowledge and teach students well

Anglo Chinese Junior College

Xavier Ou

Personally, Chu Wei was not just a tuition teacher, but also a pillar of support that I could count on in times of need, emotionally and academically.

St Andrew's Junior College

Natalie Tan

Chu Wei constantly seeks his students' feedback on his lessons and lesson materials so as to better tweak and cater to his students' learning needs and pace

St Andrew's Junior College

Amanda Liew

Chu Wei is an extremely patient and helpful teacher and is always going the extra mile to ensure his students can properly grasp the complex math concepts.

Anglo Chinese Junior College

Celeste Tjan

Chu Wei constantly goes out of his way to offer help to us, asking us to bring our exam papers for review to further understand where our greatest weakness in math lies and the common errors we repeat in the exams.

Raffles Junior College

Adhithya Raja

Chu Wei built my confidence from ground up in the subject by giving me the hardest questions from each topic to do.

Raffles Junior College

Naadiah Ibrahim

Academics aside, Chu Wei imparted so many values into each and every one of us. He taught us that there is so much more to life than grades and exams, that our potential was not determined by our transcripts, that value should be placed not on the end product but on the effort and commitment given to get there.

Raffles Junior College

Aneesh

Chu wei takes his time with each student to go through all their problems as well as providing us with a conducive learning environment where we would be able to focus on our studies.

Victoria Junior College

Erin Seah

In his class, Chu Wei will always provide us with a hot towel to let us freshen ourselves up and there are also FREE snacks provided to make sure that we are not hungry!

Nanyang Junior College

Carine Chan

Chu Wei always makes sure to explain clearly the underlying concepts and fundamentals behind each topic, using various drawings, analogies and explanations until everyone in the class understands it.

River Valley High School

Siah Shifra

Chu Wei's lessons and tests were really sick and passing none of his tests was actually kinda demoralising especially when alevels is nearing but well it better prepared me for the real shit and i jumped from a D to an A. Yay, thank you Chu Wei!  

Nanyang Junior College

Lim Yip Siew

I have been under Chu Wei since Secondary 4, and he is by far the most dedicated teacher I know. His class is always full of laughter and joy, and you'll grow to love math.

Serangoon Junior College
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Marcus Yeo Xin Hao

From Chu Wei's torturous and monstrous self-made tutorial question, i had alot of trouble doing it, but he took the extra mile and explain preciously to me with the basic understanding of math.

Yishun Junior College

Eve Lee Shi

Chu Wei is so much more than just your tuition teacher with a mission to reteach what you should have learnt in school. He’s a whole package deal of teacher, mentor and personal cheerleader hitting you all at once.

National Junior College

Valery Thong Wei Qing

Yet when you feel all hope is lost, Chu Wei will make you feel that you can salvage any situation as long as you put your heart into it.

Innova Junior College

Juliana Ho Shing Chian

Thanks to Chu Wei, my Math grade successfully improved from a U to an A. To someone like me who has never scored anything above a U grade throughout my JC life, this is a life-changing miracle.

Nanyang Junior College

Tan Zi Xuan

... with a C5 in my Amaths at ‘O’ Levels, I clearly remembered how I hated calculus and totally given up. With Chu Wei's efforts, I managed to secure an A for my H2 Maths at ‘A’ Levels!

Serangoon Junior College

Huang Ziqi

Chu Wei believes that every student is capable of achieving good grades in Maths. He encourages and pushes his students to achieve their goals.

National Junior College

Ng Jing Ting

I have never failed any math paper after the guidance of Chu Wei, when in fact math was my most hated subject since primary school. I even scored distinction in my A Levels!!!

Nanyang Junior College
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Cheryl Tan Xue Er

Chu Wei is a tutor that really cares about the welfare of his students & never failed to be there when I needed help in my studies & even for any other issues. Honestly, without him, I would be nowhere near to where I am today.

Serangoon Junior College
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Chan Tin Wing

I am glad that I was able to be taught by Chu Wei during my toughest period of my JC life.

Nanyang Junior College

Leow Xingni

Chu Wei is a very driven teacher and a friend who will encourage and motivate you.

Nanyang Junior College

Ooi Qiu Min

Chu Wei's tuition provides a very personalised experience whereby, he will point out each of our mistakes and ensure that we will not repeat it in our exams or future practices.

Nanyang Junior College

Hazel Tan Jia Hui

Chu Wei tailored many lessons that targeted essential questions in each chapter of H2 math...

Nanyang Junior College

Yeo Dong Han

Chu Wei takes great effort in making his math questions fun to do despite being challenging ...

St Andrew's Junior College

Darren Heng Chen Kai

Chu Wei is also someone who clearly knows the education and examining system well, and accurately spots questions like a magician (including the actual A level math questions)...  

Raffles Institution

Chen Lu Shi Quinn

Chuwei is a tutor with both great knowledge and a big heart...... if you want a tutor who is dedicated, whose teaching is effective or a tutor who can give your child/you maximum exposure, I believe Chuwei is the tutor you are looking for.

Victoria Junior College

The Best O Level Chemistry Tuition


When you choose AO Studies for O-Level Chemistry tuition, you can be confident in our tailored tuition programme designed to achieve outstanding results. As reputable providers of O-Level Chemistry tuition in Singapore, we understand the significance of exam outcomes. As such, our dedicated tutors are committed to delivering the finest secondary school Chemistry tuition lessons, ensuring our students achieve nothing short of remarkable scores.

We take pride in our meticulously crafted O-Level Chemistry tuition programme, specifically designed to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to feel self-assured in their O-Level examinations. Our esteemed Chemistry tutor, Joseph Ang, also boasts a wealth of experience as an ex-Ministry of Education teacher and a dedicated Chemistry tutor, guiding numerous secondary school students towards achieving their academic aspirations.

In addition, to ensure a comprehensive understanding of complex Chemistry concepts, we implement a rigorous teaching methodology that follows a systematic approach. This methodology not only enables students to grasp intricate topics effectively but also ensures that our students are able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Scientific phenomena, facts, laws, definitions, concepts, and theories. Additionally, our teaching approach places a strong emphasis on mastering answering techniques and exam strategies, empowering students to excel in their O-Level Chemistry examinations with utmost confidence.

O-Level Chemistry Tuition Programme Structure

How our O-Level Chemistry tuition lessons are conducted


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Topical Reteaching

For topical reteaching classes at AO Studies, students will receive concise notes and are reintroduced to the key Chemistry concepts from each chapter. Special emphasis will be placed on key terminology linked to each concept, which they will then learn to apply in their answers. Instead of a didactic lecture, we adopt an inquiry approach in our lessons where students are encouraged to proactively engage with what they are taught. A basic assignment will also be given towards the end of the lesson to assess the student’s understanding.

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Topical Tutorials

In topical tutorials, students will be given a specially-designed set of notes that consolidates the key concepts in each chapter and also the common question types that students should expect from various O-Level Chemistry topics. Students will also be exposed to the common mistakes and misconceptions through these questions.

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Higher-Order Thinking Question Discussion

During the higher-order thinking question discussions, students are exposed to more advanced-thinking questions that aim to challenge and strengthen their understanding of concepts. Through our teacher’s guidance, students will be guided through their thought processes to figure out how to best approach an unfamiliar question.

Secondary Chemistry Tuition Class Activities

What do we do in a typical class over the term?


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Regular Class Discussions

During our regular tuition class discussions, students will participate in the discussion of higher-order thinking skills (HOTS) questions, for both pure and combined O-Level Chemistry. Our tuition programme will prepare HOTS questions that are specially designed to stimulate students’ thinking and stretch their conceptual understanding. It requires the development of advanced-thinking skills and the right mindsets for academic success. Through HOTS question discussions, students will learn to analyse questions thoroughly, ask the right questions, extract relevant knowledge and apply them, and derive the best explanation or answer to a specific question.

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Time Practices/Examination Setting

In-class practices and timed trials will be frequently conducted in our O-Level Chemistry tuition lessons, especially for the key question types from each chapter. These practices will be assessed immediately during the class while the topic is still fresh in their mind. It will provide instant feedback to the students on how they can improve their answers, help correct misconceptions, and strengthen their conceptual knowledge.

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Examinations Skills & Strategies

In truth, the O-Level Chemistry examination is actually a competition among the cohort. The actual qualifying mark for each grade will be based on how well the cohort performs. For instance, the top 10% of the cohort will score an A1, while the top 25% will score an A2. In short, as your child outperforms their peers, their chance of obtaining a higher grade significantly increases. Students will learn tips and tricks regarding examination skills and strategies to deal with each of the Chemistry papers that will place them ahead of their peers.

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Topical Reteaching

Topical reteaching lessons are done with the provision of notes highlighting key terminologies. Areas that are commonly examinable are given emphasis to allow our students to pay more attention to these areas. Visual and diagrammatic representations of key Chemistry concepts will allow students to better understand and correlate them to real-world phenomena, hence enhancing their appreciation of Chemistry.

Check out the O-Level Chemistry Tuition Class Schedule

Explore our comprehensive O-Level Chemistry tuition class schedule at AO Studies. Find the perfect time slot that fits your schedule and discover what exciting activities we have in store for upcoming classes. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to enhance your understanding of Chemistry and excel in your O-Level examinations.

Find out what’s on for our upcoming class activities

Our Secondary School Chemistry Tuition Schedule & Rates

Chemistry

Level Day Time Fees
4 lessons 10 lessons
Sec 3 Sun 10am - 12pm $320 $780
Sec 4 Sun 3pm - 5pm

Please refer to our Class Schedule for more information and clarifications on our O-Level Chemistry tuition.

NEW O-Level Chemistry Syllabus

Key trends in recent examinations


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Increased Real-Life Application of Chemistry

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Understand Topical Concepts More Deeply

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Relate Unfamiliar Scenarios to Concepts

In Chemistry, students are largely tested on their ability to extract information from the relevant chapters to answer questions that may seem unfamiliar at first. In recent years, there has been a shift in the focus towards greater application of knowledge to real-life examples, across all O-Level subjects, and this trend is even more evident in the Chemistry examinations. In order to score a distinction in Chemistry, it is now more important for students to understand their topical concepts more deeply, and learn to relate unfamiliar scenarios to their concepts. This calls for a qualified Chemistry tutor to explain concepts well and instil understanding instead of relying on a pure drill.

In our secondary-level Chemistry tuition programme, we prioritise the application of higher-order knowledge and connecting Chemistry to real-life contexts. Unlike conventional drill and practice methods, our approach at AO Studies is to equip students with the skills and confidence to tackle intricate Chemistry questions while understanding their practical significance. Our programme components* include:

Sec 3 Term 1: Writing Equations, Kinetic Particle Theory, Experimental and Separation Techniques, Elements Compounds and Mixtures, Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding
Sec 3 Term 2: Chemical Bonding, Acids and Bases, Salts, Qualitative Analysis, Mol Concept
Sec 3 Term 3: Mol Concept, Periodic Table, Metals, Redox.
Sec 3 Term 4: Air and Atmosphere, Revision
Sec 4: Term 1: Electrolysis, Energy Changes, Speed of Reaction, Ammonia
Sec 4: Term 2: Organic Chemistry
Sec 4: Term 3 and 4: Topical Revision

*The programme is subject to changes during the year depending on the needs of the students in the class and is not set in stone.

O-Level Chemistry Tutor Profile


Joseph Ang

Joseph Ang is a highly accomplished and experienced tutor specialising in O-Level Physics tuition and secondary-level Chemistry tuition. With a passion for imparting knowledge and a deep understanding of the subject, Joseph has earned a reputation for his exceptional teaching skills and commitment to student success.

Joseph holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Nanyang Technological University, a renowned institution known for its excellence in the field of Science and Engineering, as well as a Post-Graduate Diploma in Education from the National Institute of Education (NIE). This educational background equips him with a solid foundation in the fundamental principles of Chemistry. Moreover, with a strong dedication to education, Joseph has amassed significant teaching experience both as a former Ministry of Education (MOE) teacher and a private tutor. He spent four years teaching in a school environment, honing his pedagogical techniques and gaining invaluable insights into the curriculum and examination requirements. In addition to his MOE teaching experience, Joseph has dedicated nine years to tutoring students in Chemistry. This extensive experience has allowed him to refine his teaching methodologies and adapt them to suit the individual needs and learning styles of his students.

 

Student Testimonials For Secondary Chemistry Tuition

What our students say about our programme


I started joining Joseph’s Chemistry class around June in my secondary 3 academic year, and physics class towards the end of my sec 3 year. At that point of time, my Chemistry results was around a c6 in ca1, and an e8 in ca2. At the final year exam for secondary 3, i failed Chemistry by a slight bit, and so Joseph has prepared many intensive lessons during the school holidays to buck up my foundations. Especially for Physics, my grades were an f9 without fail every single time. Rather demoralised and not knowing if i should drop physics, Joseph encouraged me to sign up for his Physics class too. Despite constantly not doing well in school exams for physics, Joseph did’nt give up, and gave extra attention to if i needed help in the questions we were doing in class. He was always willing to stay back after class to attend to my questions if i had any. After a lot of thorough explanations and challenging practices from Joseph, I’ve managed to score a a2 for Chemistry, and a b3 for physics, which i definitely did not expect! Thank you! 🙂

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Ng Wan Ting

St. Nicholas Girls' School, Sec Chemistry & Physics Programme | A2 for Chemistry, B3 for physics

I joined AO studies around april of my secondary 4 year and at that time I’ve been consistently failing my Amath (F9), Chemistry (F9) and Physics (D7) while my Emath barely scraped by with a C6. With O levels in about half a year or so it seemed almost impossible to get decent grades in these subjects until I joined AO studies. The tutors there were extremely dedicated and were willing to take the extra mile for their students. What seemed like an unattainable goal slowly but surely became possible as I passed all four subjects (with an A1 for Emath) during Prelims. Subsequently, with the outstanding efforts and guidance by the various tutors, I attained distinctions for all 4 subjects – Amath, Emath, Physics and Chemistry that i took under AO studies. It was such a blessing to be able to be tutored under AO studies and I really can’t thank the tutors enough. Thank you so much! ^^

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Charmaine Lee

Crescent Girls’ School, Programme | Grade

I joined AO studies at middle of Secondary 3 after failing my Chemistry with only 25/100 (F9) for the 1st half of the year. After joining the Tuition centre for only 2-3 months, with the help of the teachers i managed to pass my Chemistry paper for the 1st time. Not just for Chemistry, i had also gotten F9s for my A math continuously for the 1st semester. Too after joining the Tuition centre, my results improved tremendously. From a once F9 to an A2, its a really huge improvement that even I found shocking.

The tutors are really helpful as they would invite me back to the tuition centre if i have doubts or problems solving a particular question. Their worksheets are made to be really challenging such that sometimes we do not even have enough time to complete the whole worksheet even with a full 2 hours to do the mere 6 questions or less.

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Benjamin Koh

Commonwealth Secondary School, Programme | Grade

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Discover a diverse range of tuition subjects at AO Studies, tailored to meet individual learning needs. Our expert educators provide exceptional guidance to help students excel in various subjects.

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Explore the wonders of Physics with our O-Level Physics tuition. Our comprehensive programme, led by experienced tutors, focuses on building a strong foundation in Physics concepts, ensuring students are well-prepared for their O-Level examinations.

Combined Science

Dive into a comprehensive learning experience with our Combined Science tuition at AO Studies. Our tailored programme meticulously covers both Physics and Chemistry components, providing students with a thorough understanding of the subject.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our O-Level Chemistry Tuition

Does AO Studies offer any additional resources to supplement the secondary Chemistry tuition classes?

Yes. AO Studies offers supplementary resources to complement our secondary-level Chemistry tuition classes. Students can access a wealth of study materials, including practice worksheets and revision guides, to reinforce their understanding of key Chemistry topics. These resources cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring students are well-equipped to excel in their Chemistry examinations.

Is access for study areas provided to secondary Chemistry tuition students?
Yes, AO Studies provides secondary Chemistry tuition students with access to study areas. Students can enjoy the convenience of a premium lounge and a dedicated studying area. As an added benefit, complimentary drinks and snacks are provided, ensuring a conducive and comfortable environment for focused learning.
How does AO Studies stay updated with the latest changes in the O Level Chemistry syllabus?
At AO Studies, staying abreast of the latest changes in the O-Level Chemistry syllabus is of utmost importance. With Joseph Ang, an ex-MOE teacher, on our team, we benefit from his insider knowledge and experience. This enables us to adapt our teaching materials and methodologies to align with the updated syllabus, ensuring our students receive relevant and up-to-date education.
How does AO Studies ensure that students receive individual attention during O Level Chemistry tuition classes?
Ensuring individual attention is another priority at AO Studies for O-Level Chemistry tuition classes. Our classes maintain an optimal size of 10 to 20 students, allowing our experienced tutors to provide personalised guidance. This sets us apart from other places where larger class sizes make it challenging to give each student the necessary attention for their academic progress.
What is the withdrawal policy for students who need to discontinue the O Level Chemistry tuition classes?
At AO Studies, we have a flexible withdrawal policy for O-Level Chemistry tuition classes. Unlike other centres that require a 1-2 month advance notice, we do not impose a withdrawal period notice. Students have the freedom to discontinue classes as needed, providing them with greater flexibility and convenience in managing their tuition arrangements.
What is the distinction rate of AO Studies’ O Level Chemistry tuition students?
Over the years, AO Studies has consistently aided our O-Level Chemistry tuition students in achieving excellent results, including a significant number of distinctions. Our commitment to providing quality education and personalised support has contributed to the success and academic achievements of our students.