S3 – S4 Physics Tuition Specialist:
Hi parents and Physics students,
Have you wondered why some students can consistently get B3 to A1 for Physics, while others are always stuck?
Even if they both paid 100% attention in the same class, practiced the same 10-year series, or put in the same amount of effort?
It’s not because they are not smart or didn’t try hard enough.
You see, having taught Secondary School Physics for the last 16 years since 2007…
I realise the difference usually lies in their level of concept mastery and application.
Most students re-copy their notes and are given simple Physics questions to practice in school.
Or worse, just bookmark all their materials and let it pile up over time.
Hence, their level of mastery is not high.
Granted, this may work for easier test questions … until they face the higher-order questions in their exams, which test higher levels of concept mastery and application.
It also doesn’t help that most students didn’t practice enough for practical too, even though it constitutes 20% of the total marks – a one grade difference.
This shouldn’t be the way.
That’s why in 2015, I came up with a comprehensive teaching system to help my students attain higher levels of concept mastery and application …
Plus, secure that 1 grade from their practical component.
And the result shows.
Thus far, 95% of our O level students score A1 – B3, while 98.5% improved by at least 3 grades.
Introducing Concept First’s
Kieran Lee, Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School
The tutors break down harder concepts into smaller parts that are easier to understand. This helped me to improve my Physics from a C6 during my SA1, to an A1 in my prelims.
Megan Seah, Anglican High School
The team at CF consists of very thoughtful teachers who always seeks to improve themselves and their lessons. They would plan their lessons to suit the needs of their students and always makes sure that their students understand the concepts before applying them (unlike many other teachers such as my school’s Physics teacher). I would say that Concept First Tutors are my favourite teachers out there. Overall, coming to Concept First is really worth it and this is also evident in my grades (D7 to A2)!
Harni Sree, Bukit Batok Secondary School
Concept First classes were really useful as a lot of detailed notes and concept orientated practices were given to practice. Nearer to O levels, summarised notes with key concepts, definitions and formulas were given which I found most useful. CF teaching team is wonderful as they taught and guided us in a unique way. I would highly recommend joining Concept First as it has helped improved my grades from a C6 to a B3, so very good!
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Most students’ understanding of Physics concepts is limited to blind memorisation of the formulas and application to straightforward questions.
This is due to the heavy content covered and the hectic schedule in school, where the student’s misconceptions and doubts may be left unaddressed.
Hence, students always say “I don’t really understand the concepts previously taught.”
At Concept First, we quickly rebuild our student’s concept mastery and application by going back to these fundamental concepts.
For example, we chunk down a complex concept into multiple digestible parts.
For each part, the teacher will do 1 example, followed by a practice question that both the teacher and students will do together.
After which, the student would practice this part of the complex concept endlessly to lock in the learning.
And just in case you’re wondering, all assignments are marked with feedback while the notes and worksheets are curated in-house.
Then, in the next lesson (2h each), we’ll spend the first 15 minutes to recap again.
Clarence Tan, Anglo Chinese School (Barker Road)
I believe that tutors here at CF are truly one-of-a-kind teachers. They are always very approachable, and are willing to take the time to help students fully understand the lesson. Before I came to Concept First, Physics was probably my worst subject and I was always struggling at school. However, over the course of a few months under their tutelage, I was able to strengthen my foundation and improve my confidence in the subject. In only a year, my grade for Physics increased by 4 grades, from a D7 in Secondary 3 to a B3 in the beginning of Secondary 4. I can’t thank my tutors enough for guiding me through, and I am always very happy to learn from them.
B. Viveka, Crescent Girls’ School
Concept First helped me understand the concepts behind Physics instead of plainly memorising them. The summaries and other materials like the compilation of generally-asked questions were really useful. I have also seen my grades improve from C5 in MYE to A2 in prelims. I am also able to handle questions more confidently due to the exposure to a large number of questions of different difficulties.
Marlene Goh, Crescent Girls’ School
I was a student who scored C6 at the start of Secondary 3. However, I have managed to score A2 for prelims now. I feel that Concept First’s teaching has really helped me to understand how to apply the concepts I have learnt.
More Reasons To Choose
Looking for proven and experienced teachers (instead of part-timers)?
With more than 16 years of teaching experience since 2007, rest assured that our teaching and content are of quality, and follow the MOE syllabus closely.
But more importantly, the CF360™ Total Physics Learning System taught by our teachers has produced results.
(95% of our O level students scored A1 – B3, while 98.5% improved by at least 3 grades)
Within the CF360™ Total Physics Learning System,
we have organised sub-systems on how to reliably improve your child’s grade. For instance, the STUCK system as shown below:
Shortcut – identifying the 6 base quantities. Using (Fa – Fb) = ma instead of F=ma, which saves time during exams.
Technique – identifying useful parameters in a seemingly unsolvable application question.
Units and Significant figures – reduce marks lost to carelessness.
Content and Concept – breaking down complex concepts and content until they’re simple to understand.
Keyword and answer – understanding what examiners are asking for.
As parents, we understand that ultimately, it is grade improvement that matters.
However, you may or may not already know that developing your child’s interest in Physics is just as important.
At Concept First, our teachers specially curate the lessons, so that the pacing is manageable, and the students remain motivated throughout the grade improvement journey.
But that’s not all. Our teachers tend to be younger and are also carefully chosen to match the frequency of present-day students.
Concept First's Hands-On Physics Practical Lab Sessions
Most students re-copy their notes and are given simple Physics questions to practice in school.
It also doesn’t help that most students didn’t practice enough for practical too, even though it constitutes 20% of the total marks – a one grade difference.
Concept First's CF360™ Total Physics Learning System closes this gap via the following:
And the result shows. Thus far, 95% of our O level students score A1 – B3, while 98.5% improved by at least 3 grades.
Based on our track record, your child can see up to 6 grades jump for Physics 'O' Level.
In fact, 95% of our O level students score A1 – B3, while 98.5% improved by at least 3 grades.
Our tuition fees are affordable and competitive compared to other tuition centres. Come for a Free Diagnostic Consultation with your child to learn more about our fees and class schedules.
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With more than 16 years of teaching experience since 2007, rest assured that our teaching and content are of quality, and follow the MOE syllabus closely.
But more importantly, the CF360™ Total Physics Learning System taught by our teachers has produced results.
(95% of our O level students scored A1 – B3, while 98.5% improved by at least 3 grades)
95% of our O level students scored A1 – B3, while 98.5% improved by at least 3 grades.
Our CF360™ Total Physics Learning System is suitable for Secondary 3 to 4 students taking Pure and Combined Physics.
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To help every unique student achieve the above 3, our team had developed a multitude of approaches and resources to suit the different learning styles.
They all culminate in our CF360TM Total Physics Learning System – a careful combination of concept-based approach teaching, quick revision notes, diagnostic consultation programme, Physics Lab experience, learning resources designed based on decades of understanding students’ thinking, digital lessons and examination questions archives.
As you can see, Concept First has the resources and track record to deliver up to 6 grades of improvement.
But maybe you’re still not fully convinced. That’s ok!
Simply sign up for a complimentary 1 HOUR DIAGNOSTIC CONSULTATION (Worth $158) below and you can expect:
So feel free to fill in the form below, and we’ll help your child immediately!
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