Trial
$30
For group classes only. Not deducted from later fees.
Primary and Sec 1 & 2 Mathematics · Tanjong Pagar / Cantonment
Thoughtful learning. Strong foundations.
Mathematics for Primary and Secondary 1 and 2 students, in small groups or as private 1-to-1 or 1-to-2 lessons, taught by a former MOE Teaching Award scholar. Lessons focus on understanding why each method works, guided practice, and applying ideas to unfamiliar questions.
Classes start in January 2027. Enquiries are open now.
Small groups of 2–6 or private 1-to-1 or 1-to-2 • Weekly 1.5-hour lessons • Aligned to the MOE syllabus • Near Outram Park, Cantonment & Tanjong Pagar MRT
- Small groups, 1-to-1 or 1-to-2
- Aligned to the MOE syllabus
- Former MOE Teaching Award scholar
- Tanjong Pagar / Cantonment
The programme
Primary and Secondary 1 & 2 Mathematics, aligned to the MOE syllabus.
Primary lessons are aligned to the MOE Primary Mathematics syllabus. Secondary lessons are aligned to the MOE Secondary Mathematics syllabus.
Lessons aim to help students understand each topic, show clear working, and apply what they have learnt to new questions.
The name reflects the aim: a foundation in thinking through a problem, not only memorising steps.
Your tutor
Who teaches the classes.
Classes are taught by a former MOE Teaching Award scholar who has worked in curriculum planning at MOE HQ and taught Mathematics at an independent school.
- Former MOE Teaching Award scholar
- Curriculum planning at MOE headquarters
- Taught at an independent school
Classes
Weekly class times.
Each lesson is 1.5 hours, once a week. Small groups have 2–6 students; private 1-to-1 and 1-to-2 lessons are also available. The times below are the weekly Secondary small-group slots. For Primary classes, or for a private 1-to-1 or 1-to-2 lesson, tell us what time works when you enquire.
Small groups have up to six students. Private 1-to-1 and 1-to-2 lessons are also available. Enquire for fees and availability.
| Level | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Secondary 1 | Tuesday | 7:00–8:30 pm |
| Secondary 1 | Saturday | 11:00 am–12:30 pm |
| Secondary 2 | Thursday | 7:00–8:30 pm |
| Secondary 2 | Saturday | 1:00–2:30 pm |
Location: Tanjong Pagar / Cantonment, near Outram Park, Cantonment and Tanjong Pagar MRT stations. The exact address is shared on enquiry.
Fees
| Lesson type | Per lesson (1.5 hours) | 4-lesson month | 5-lesson month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small group, Secondary | $75 | $300 | $375 |
| Small group, Primary | $60 | $240 | $300 |
| Private 1-to-1 Primary and Secondary | $105 | $420 | $525 |
| Private 1-to-2 Primary and Secondary | $90 | $360 | $450 |
All fees are per student. Billed monthly in advance. Months with 5 lessons are billed per lesson. Trial lessons, sibling discounts and referrals are in the Referral & Discount Policy.
Fees
Referral & Discount Policy
These terms apply to trial lessons, the sibling discount and the refer-a-friend offer. Actual fees depend on the number of lessons in the month.
Sibling
10% off
Off the 2nd and each additional child’s fees.
Refer a friend
$50 / $30
After the friend enrols and pays the first full month.
- Referrer $50 off next month
- Friend $30 off first month
Trial lesson
A trial lesson is $30, for group classes only, and is not deducted from later fees. It is not available for 1-to-1 or 1-to-2.
Sibling discount
Siblings receive 10% off the 2nd and each additional child’s fees, for group, 1-to-1 and 1-to-2 lessons.
Refer a friend
The offer applies to group, 1-to-1 and 1-to-2 lessons. Once the friend enrols and pays their first full month, the referrer gets $50 off the next month’s fees and the friend gets $30 off their first month. There is no limit on the number of friends you can refer. Unused credit carries forward. Credit is valid for 6 months from when it is earned. A month’s fees cannot go below $0.
How discounts combine
Discounts do not combine, except the sibling discount and referral credit. If a new friend also has a sibling enrolling, month 1 uses only the larger of the $30 new-friend discount and the sibling discount, not both. Later months may combine the sibling discount with referral credit.
Billing
Fees are billed monthly in advance. Months with 5 lessons are billed per lesson.
Who it’s for
For students building a firm base in Primary and lower secondary Maths.
For students
In Primary, Secondary 1 or 2, or about to start Secondary 1, who want to close gaps, keep pace with school, or move beyond routine questions.
For parents
Looking for a small-group class of 2–6 students, or a private 1-to-1 or 1-to-2 lesson, with time for questions and conversations about progress.
Our teaching approach
Understand → Practise → Apply
Each topic is taught in three steps. The aim is for students to apply what they learn on their own, not only follow a worked example.
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Understand the idea
Lessons start with an explanation of why a method works, not just the steps.
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Practise with guidance
Students work through questions of increasing difficulty, with feedback on their working.
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Apply it to unfamiliar questions
Students attempt exam-style and non-routine questions and choose a method on their own.
Lesson formats
Small groups of 2–6, or private 1-to-1 or 1-to-2.
Lessons are offered in small groups of 2–6 students, or as private 1-to-1 or 1-to-2 tuition. All lessons are 1.5 hours, once a week. In a group, there is time to look at each student’s working and respond to questions as they come up, and students also hear how others approach the same problem. A private lesson is focused on one student, or two in a 1-to-2 class.
Time for questions
Students can ask questions during the lesson.
Feedback on working
Working is reviewed during practice, while the topic is fresh.
Comparing methods
In a group, students look at different ways of reaching the same answer.
Explaining working
Students practise explaining their working, out loud and on paper.
Inside a lesson
What happens in 1.5 hours.
Lessons follow a consistent structure.
- 01 Review last week’s topic
- 02 Learn a new concept
- 03 Practise together with feedback
- 04 Attempt exam-style questions independently
- 05 Recap and note what to work on
What parents can expect
How lessons run.
What a week at ThinkFoundry includes.
- Lessons aligned to the MOE Primary or Secondary Mathematics syllabus, according to your child’s level
- Explanations of why methods work, not just how
- Regular exam-style practice with feedback on working
- Conversations with you about how your child is progressing
- A home-based class — small groups of 2–6, or private 1-to-1 or 1-to-2 — near Outram Park, Cantonment and Tanjong Pagar MRT
Good to know
Common questions.
Where are classes held?
At a home in Tanjong Pagar / Cantonment, near Outram Park, Cantonment and Tanjong Pagar MRT stations. The exact address is shared on enquiry.
Which levels and syllabus do you cover?
Primary Mathematics, and Secondary 1 and Secondary 2 Mathematics. Primary lessons are aligned to the MOE Primary Mathematics syllabus. Secondary lessons are aligned to the MOE Secondary Mathematics syllabus.
When do classes start?
Classes start in January 2027. Enquiries are open now.
When are the classes?
Secondary 1: Tuesday 7:00–8:30 pm or Saturday 11:00 am–12:30 pm. Secondary 2: Thursday 7:00–8:30 pm or Saturday 1:00–2:30 pm. Each lesson is 1.5 hours, once a week. For Primary classes, or for a private 1-to-1 or 1-to-2 lesson, tell us what time works when you enquire.
What lesson types do you offer?
Lessons are offered in small groups of 2–6 students, or as private 1-to-1 or 1-to-2 tuition. All lessons are 1.5 hours, once a week.
How many students are in a group?
Small groups have between 2 and 6 students. Private 1-to-1 and 1-to-2 lessons are also available.
How much are the fees?
Small-group Secondary lessons are $75 per 1.5-hour lesson, or $300 for a 4-lesson month ($375 for 5 lessons). Small-group Primary lessons are $60 per 1.5-hour lesson, or $240 for a 4-lesson month ($300 for 5 lessons).
Private 1-to-1 lessons, for Primary and Secondary, are $105 per 1.5-hour lesson, or $420 for a 4-lesson month ($525 for 5 lessons). Private 1-to-2 lessons, for Primary and Secondary, are $90 per 1.5-hour lesson, or $360 for a 4-lesson month ($450 for 5 lessons).
All fees are per student. Fees are billed monthly in advance. Months with 5 lessons are billed per lesson.
A trial lesson is $30, for group classes only, and is not deducted from later fees.
Siblings receive 10% off the 2nd and each additional child’s fees.
Refer a friend: once the friend enrols and pays their first full month, the referrer gets $50 off the next month and the friend gets $30 off the first month. There is no limit on referrals. Unused credit carries forward, and is valid for 6 months from when it is earned. See the Referral & Discount Policy.
Who teaches the classes?
Classes are taught by a former MOE Teaching Award scholar who has worked in curriculum planning at MOE HQ and taught Mathematics at an independent school.
How do I check availability?
Send the enquiry form below with your child’s level, preferred lesson type and slot, or message us on WhatsApp.
Get in touch
Enquire about available classes
Enquire for fees and availability. Tell us your child’s level, preferred lesson type and class slot, and we’ll reply with fees, current availability and the exact address.
Prefer to chat? WhatsApp us or call +65 8685 9010.