5 Trusted English Tuition Centres in Singapore with Strong Results

Best English Tuition Centres in Singapore
Best English Tuition Centres in Singapore
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Strong English skills are essential for academic success and confident communication. In Singapore, many parents turn to English tuition to help their children build solid foundations and improve their academic performance.

With so many options available, choosing a centre that delivers real results can be challenging. In this guide, we feature trusted English tuition centres in Singapore known for their structured teaching, experienced educators, and consistent student progress.

If you are looking to strengthen other core subjects as well, you may also find our guide to the math tuition centres in Singapore helpful.

1. Lil’ but Mighty

Lil but Mighty Education Centre review
Lil but Mighty Education Centre review
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  • Operation
    Over 10 years
  • Level
    • Primary
    • Secondary
  • Class size
    Small
  • Trial lesson
    Available
  • Tutors
    20
  • Teaching modes
    • Online
    • Onsite
  • Number of Centre
    7
  • Address
    See centre list below
  • Phone
  • Website
  • Email
    enquiries@lilbutmightyenglish.com
  • WhatsApp

Lil’ but Mighty is an English tuition centre well-loved for its own unique strategies and step-by-step approach to teaching.

Their programmes are thoughtfully-designed to prepare Primary and Secondary school children for English assessments in school and for English usage in the real world.

The centre’s founder, Mrs Chew, is an experienced and passionate English teacher who believes in the power of a positive learning environment where children can gain knowledge and have fun at the same time.

CENTRES LOCATION:
@Clementi

Block 432 Clementi Avenue 3, #01-282, Singapore 120432

@Bukit Timah
170 Upper Bukit Timah Road, #B2-02 Bukit Timah Shopping Centre, Singapore 588179

@Hougang
Block 211 Hougang Street 21, #01-305 (Back entrance), Singapore 530211

@Novena
1 Goldhill Plaza, #03-47, Singapore 308899

@Marine Parade
1 Marine Parade, #04-05 Parkway Centre, Singapore 449408

@Tampines
3 Tampines Central 1, #06-03 Tampines Plaza 1, Singapore 529540

@Yio Chu Kang
Yio Chu Kang Community Club, 50 Ang Mo Kio Street 61, #03-01, Singapore 569163

2. illum.e

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illum-e-tuition-centre-singaore-review
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  • Operation
    4 years
  • Level
    Primary
    Secondary
    Junior College (GP)
  • Trial lesson
    Available
  • Tutors
    22
  • Teaching mode
    On-site
    Online
  • Number of centres
    5
  • Address
    See all locations below
  • Phone
  • Website
  • Email
    queries@illum.education
  • WhatsApp

illum.e is the most sought-after English, Humanities and GP Tuition centre in Singapore, offering highly-rated classes for Primary, Secondary and Junior College students.

The MOE-registered tuition centre was founded by Timothy Joshua Chia-Lee, an award-winning educator who once served as the Subject Head of English at the Singapore Ministry of Education. He is a published author of various literature and assessment books and a panelist at the Singapore Writers’ Festival.

The curriculum at illum.e is meticulously developed by experienced educational experts to align with the latest English language standards and national examination requirements. This intentional design consistently drives significant grade improvements across subjects, enabling illum.e to proudly serve and support nearly 2,000 students annually.

TRACK RECORDS:

  • 96% achieved A-B in English for O levels in 2024
  • 100% of all IP Students scored A1-A2 in 2024
  • 97% of A Level Students scored A and B in 2024
  • 47% achieving AL 1-2 for PSLE English

FEES:
Primary School English

  • P1-P2: S$50 per 1.5-hour lesson
  • P3-P4: S$65 per 2-hour lesson
  • P5-P6: S$70 per 2-hour lesson
  • P3-P4 Writing: S$55 per 1.5hour lesson
  • P5-P6 Writing: S$60 per 1.5hour lesson

Secondary School English and IP English/ Language Arts

  • Lower Secondary: S$75 per 2-hour lesson
  • Upper Secondary: S$85 per 2-hour lesson

Secondary School Humanities

  • Upper Secondary: S$85 per 2-hour lesson

General Paper

  • JC1: S$95 per 2-hour lesson
  • JC2: S$100 per 2-hour lesson

LOCATIONS:

  • Jurong: 134 Jurong Gateway Road, #01-311, Singapore 600134
  • Novena: Novena Square 2, #04-52/54, 10 Sinaran Dr, Singapore 307506
  • Bukit Timah: 170 Upper Bukit Timah Road, #B2-09, Bukit Timah Shopping Centre, Singapore 588179
  • Parkway: 1 Marine Parade Central, #04-08 Parkway Centre, Singapore 449408
  • Hougang: 21 Hougang St 51, #02-06/07, Hougang Green Shopping Mall, Singapore 538719

3. The Thought Tailor Learning Centre

The Thought Tailor Learning Centre
The Thought Tailor Learning Centre
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  • Operation
    4 years
  • Level
    Primary
    Secondary
    Junior College
  • Trial lesson
    Available
  • Tutors
    17
  • Teaching modes
    On-site
    Online
  • Number of centres
    4
  • Address
    - Jurong East: #02-07 Vision Exchange Singapore 608526
    - Novena: 187A Goldhill Centre Singapore 307630
    - Bukit Timah: #03-01 Coronation Plaza Singapore 269707
    - Bugis: #05-09 North Bridge Centre Singapore 188727
  • Phone
  • Website

The Thought Tailor Learning Centre has been making waves as one of the best English tuition centres in Singapore since its establishment in 2019.

The teaching team is composed of award-winning MOE-trained professionals who are very passionate about bringing out the best in every student.

Mr Russell, a former MOE Teacher, serves as the Chief Educational Strategist at The Thought Tailor Learning Centre. He is a top honour student who graduated with a perfect 4.0 GPA at the undergraduate level. He also earned distinctions for his postgraduate studies at the University of Cambridge.

TRACK RECORD:

  • Since 2019, The Thought Tailor Learning Centre has helped over 1,850 students achieve an A/B grade in their exams.
  • 94.2% achieved B3-A1 in English (improved by 3 grades)
  • 96.3% achieved A & B in GP (improved by 3 grades)
  • 98.7% earned a 5-Star satisfaction rate in AY2022

FEES:

  • Primary 3-4: S$60/Lesson (Early Bird: S$55/Lesson)
  • Primary 5-6: S$65/Lesson (Early Bird: S$60/Lesson)
  • Secondary 1-2: S$70/Lesson (Early Bird: S$65/Lesson)
  • Secondary 3-4: S$75/Lesson (Early Bird: S$70/Lesson)
  • JC1: S$85/Lesson (Early Bird: S$80/Lesson)
  • JC2: S$90/Lesson (Early Bird: S$85/Lesson)

4. Learning Journey Education Centre

Learning Journey Education Centre
Learning Journey Education Centre
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  • Operation
    >11 years
  • Level
    Preschool
    Primary
    Secondary
    JC
  • Class size
    4 to 8 students
  • Trial lesson
    Available
  • Teaching mode
    On-site
    Online
  • Number of centres
    2
  • Address
    Serangoon: Block 540 Serangoon North Ave 4 #B1-109 S550540
    Punggol: Blk 658 Punggol East #01-09 Singapore 820658
  • Phone
  • Website
  • Email
    admin@learningjourney.edu.sg
  • WhatsApp

Learning Journey Education Centre is a top-notch English tuition centre with an exemplary track record of improving students’ grades from all levels. For more than 11 years of the centre’s operation, many students have benefited from its effective English programmes, earning praises from parents and students.

The centre’s founder and principal, Ms Grace Tan, is a celebrated author who has written six books to help with reading and writing assessments. She also wrote books to help with oral exams and essays for different levels of students. Various schools in Singapore have been using her books to teach English.

Learning Journey offers many different programmes, starting from Primary all the way up to Junior College. The centre also offers special classes and workshops during the holidays.

TRACK RECORD:

  • 75% of their PSLE students secured AL1-AL4 for the last 8 years
  • 95% of IP4 students graduated with Distinction for their year-end examinations
  • 70% of GP students achieved an A for their General Paper
  • 87% of students obtained English grades between AL1 and AL4

 FEES:

  • The centre charges a one-time registration fee for new students.
  • Fees are payable a month before the new term begins.
  • A S$20 fine is levied for late payments.
  • Rates are subject to change. Please contact the centre for the latest fees.

 LOCATIONS:

  • Serangoon: Blk 540 Serangoon North Ave 4 #B1-109 Singapore 550540
  • Punngol: Blk 658 Punggol East, #01-09 Singapore 820658

5. Cognitus Academy

Cognitus-Academy English Tuition
Cognitus-Academy English Tuition
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  • Experience
    >8 years
  • Level
    Primary
    Secondary
    Junior College
  • Class size
    Maximum of 8
  • Trial lesson
    Available
  • Teaching modes
    On-site
    Online
  • Number of centres
    1
  • Address
    1 Goldhill Plaza
    #03-05 Podium Block
    Singapore 308899
  • Phone
  • Opening hours
    Tue-Fri: 13:00 – 21:00
    Sat & Sun: 09:00 – 17:00
  • Website
  • Email
    admin@cognitus.edu.sg

Cognitus is a Latin word that means “to know, learn, or recognize”. It is by these guiding words that Cognitus Academy aims to fulfil its mission of helping students achieve their full potential.

The academy believes in the value of critical thinking and how it helps a child succeed, not only academically but in all aspects of human life. Based on this philosophy, Cognitus Academy focuses on developing a child’s critical thinking skills through critical reading and writing.

The academy’s founder, Dr Daniel Chua, is an innovative educator who currently serves as an adjunct fellow at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and a consultant of the Ministry of Education’s Curriculum Planning and Development Division.

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Written by Alyssa Low
A devoted mother of three who believes in joyful parenting and enjoys writing about what's great around Singapore.

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