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Singapore home tuition rates 2026
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How much is home tuition in Singapore? In 2026, 1-to-1 home tuition costs about S$30 to S$75 an hour for primary school, S$35 to S$95 for secondary school, S$55 to S$130 for JC and S$60 to S$150 for IB and IGCSE. The rate depends mainly on the level and on the tutor: undergraduate tutors charge the least and former MOE teachers the most.
Full rate table, by level × tutor tier
Three tutor tiers per level. Undergrad rates suit foundation building and lower-stakes terms; full-time and ex-MOE tiers are typical for exam-year coaching.
| Level | Undergrad | Full-time | Ex-MOE / NIE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Primary (P1-P4) | S$30-40/hr | S$40-55/hr | S$50-65/hr |
| Upper Primary / PSLE (P5-P6) | S$35-50/hr | S$45-60/hr | S$55-75/hr |
| Lower Secondary (Sec 1-2) | S$35-50/hr | S$50-65/hr | S$60-80/hr |
| Upper Secondary / O-Level (Sec 3-4) | S$45-60/hr | S$55-75/hr | S$70-95/hr |
| Junior College / A-Level (JC1-JC2) | S$55-75/hr | S$70-95/hr | S$85-130/hr |
| IB Diploma (DP1-DP2) / IGCSE | S$60-80/hr | S$75-110/hr | S$95-150/hr |
Rates are 2026 Singapore market norms. Final rate is set on tutor match and depends on tutor tier, travel, and lesson frequency. See full pricing page.
How tutors are tiered
- Undergraduate tutors, typically NUS, NTU, SMU, or polytechnic students with strong A-Level / IB backgrounds in the subject. Best fit for lower-primary / lower-secondary foundation work, or non-exam-year coaching. Lower hourly rate, often more available evening / weekend slots.
- Full-time specialist tutors, career tutors with 5+ years of teaching the syllabus. Familiar with the SEAB marking schemes and prelim paper styles of the major schools. Most exam-year (P6, Sec 4, JC2) bookings sit at this tier.
- Ex-MOE / NIE-trained tutors, former MOE classroom teachers and Heads of Department, NIE-trained, often with marking experience. Highest tier; matches concentrate around exam-year intensives and harder subjects (H2 Math, H2 Chemistry, IB HL).
Worked example, monthly tuition cost
One 1.5-hour lesson per week × ~4.3 weeks per month. Mid-band hourly rate from each tier shown. Use as a planning estimate; final cost is your tutor's agreed hourly rate × time taught.
| Level | Undergrad / month | Full-time / month | Ex-MOE / month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Primary (P1-P4) | ~S$225 | ~S$305 | ~S$370 |
| Upper Primary / PSLE (P5-P6) | ~S$275 | ~S$340 | ~S$420 |
| Lower Secondary (Sec 1-2) | ~S$275 | ~S$370 | ~S$450 |
| Upper Secondary / O-Level (Sec 3-4) | ~S$340 | ~S$420 | ~S$530 |
| Junior College / A-Level (JC1-JC2) | ~S$420 | ~S$530 | ~S$695 |
| IB Diploma (DP1-DP2) / IGCSE | ~S$450 | ~S$595 | ~S$790 |
Two lessons per week roughly doubles the figure. Many exam-year families step up to 2 sessions/week from January (P6 / Sec 4) or June (JC2). Travel time is not charged separately for in-home lessons within Singapore.
Pricing FAQ
What is the market rate for home tuition in Singapore now?
In 2026, 1-to-1 home tuition in Singapore costs about S$30 to S$75 an hour for primary school, S$35 to S$95 for secondary school, S$55 to S$130 for JC and S$60 to S$150 for IB and IGCSE. Undergraduate tutors sit at the lower end of each range and former MOE teachers at the upper end.
How much does a private tutor cost in Singapore?
A private home tutor charges by the hour. Across all levels, undergraduate tutors charge about S$30 to S$80 an hour, full-time tutors S$40 to S$110 and former MOE teachers S$50 to S$150. One 1.5-hour lesson a week works out to roughly 6.5 hours a month, so multiply the hourly rate by 6.5 for a monthly estimate.
What are typical primary school tuition rates?
Primary school home tuition runs S$30 to S$75 an hour in 2026. Lower primary (P1 to P4) sits at the lower end, and upper primary and PSLE years (P5 and P6) cost more because lessons focus on exam technique.
What are typical JC and A-Level tuition rates?
JC home tuition for H2 subjects runs S$55 to S$130 an hour in 2026, the highest of the local syllabuses because H2 content is the most demanding and exam-year demand is high.
How are Singapore home tuition rates determined?
Three factors: level (Primary, Secondary, JC, IB), tutor tier (undergrad, full-time specialist, ex-MOE / NIE-trained), and lesson frequency. Travel time and lesson length play minor roles. The same tutor will charge similar rates across most agencies, there is no haggling premium for working through us.
Why is there a range, not a fixed price?
Tutors set their own rates within market norms. A first-year NUS undergraduate teaching P5 Math charges less than a 15-year ex-MOE Math HOD. We surface the range so parents know the expected band before booking; the final rate is set on the tutor match.
Are there any hidden agency fees?
No. You pay only the hourly rate shown on your tutor shortlist. There is no separate agency or registration fee, and we re-match free if the fit is wrong.
What if the tutor isn't the right fit?
If the fit isn't right, we re-match you with another tutor free of charge, no questions asked. Most parents continue with the first tutor we propose.
How quickly can lessons start?
You receive a shortlist of 2 to 4 tutor profiles within 48 hours, and the first lesson usually starts within 5 to 10 days. Exam-period requests (the 8 weeks before PSLE / O-Level / A-Level / IB) are prioritised.
Do these rates apply to online lessons?
Yes. We charge the same rate for online (Zoom / Google Meet) and in-home lessons. Online suits concept-coaching and review; in-home is preferred for past-paper drilling at upper-Sec / JC levels where the tutor needs to mark on the same physical paper.
What are typical secondary school tuition rates?
For 1-to-1 home tuition in 2026, lower secondary (Sec 1-2) runs S$35-50/hr with undergraduate tutors, S$50-65 with full-time tutors and S$60-80 with ex-MOE teachers. Upper secondary / O-Level (Sec 3-4) runs S$45-60, S$55-75 and S$70-95 respectively. The 1 to 1 tuition rate is charged per hour with no separate agency or registration fee, and group or centre pricing works differently (monthly fees for a shared class).
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