How Much Is Tuition in Singapore 2026? Complete Fee Guide

2026 Tuition Fee Rates in Singapore: Complete Breakdown

Tuition fees in Singapore have continued to rise in 2026, driven by increased demand and rising costs. Here is a comprehensive overview of current market rates by level and subject:

Primary School Tuition (2026)

• Science (P4–P6) — Group: $180–$280/month
• Maths/English (P4–P6) — Group: $150–$250/month
• Private tutor (1:1): $30–$70/hour depending on tutor profile

Secondary School Tuition (2026)

• O-Level Chemistry — Group: $320–$420/month (4 sessions)
• O-Level Pure Sciences — Group: $320–$450/month
• Combined Science — Group: $280–$380/month
• Private tutor (1:1): $50–$120/hour

JC / A-Level Tuition (2026)

• H2 Chemistry (9476) — Group: $380–$480/month
• H2 Mathematics — Group: $380–$480/month
• Private tutor (1:1): $80–$180/hour (ex-MOE teachers at the higher end)

GST Note

All tuition fees are subject to 9% GST (from 2024). A monthly group chemistry class listed at $400 will cost $436 after GST.

MOE Financial Assistance (2026)

Students from lower-income households may access the following support:

• MOE Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS): Covers school fees, textbooks, and school-based expenses. Household income threshold for 2026: $3,000/month or per capita income ≤$750.
• Community Development Councils (CDC) Vouchers: Budget 2026 announced $500 in CDC Vouchers per household in January 2027. These can be used at participating merchants — check if your tuition centre is an eligible merchant.
• MENDAKI and Eurasian Association bursaries: Available for eligible Malay/Eurasian students.
• School-based Financial Assistance: Contact your school’s administration for bursary and assistance options.

Figuring out tuition costs has been an age-old issue, parents that are looking for tuition teachers are often introduced through referrals and word-of-mouth, but some end up paying expensive fees. To understand more about how much tuition is in SG and how to choose one that is suitable for your needs, this article will explain more about the fees. 

To begin, find out the range of fees for your child or your educational level. 

Each level of the educational ladder offers a range of rates that usually fall within the prices stated above. 

What Type of Tuition are you Looking for? 

Subsequently, after finding the educational rates, find out which type of tuition is best suited to your needs and budget. Broadly, the rates are further divided among part-time tutors, full-time tutors, and ex/current teachers. 

OR they are segregated by 1-to-1 tuition, group tuition, and online tuition lessons. 

The rate break-down for each type of tuition is approximately as follows: 

For Pre-School students: 

Online or part-time tutors charge a rate of $20 to $25 per lesson.
Full-time tutors or group tuition charge a rate of $30 to $40 per lesson.
1 to 1 Tuition may charge a rate of $40 to $50 per lesson.  
Lastly, trained teachers and larger tuition centres may charge a flat fee of $110 per lesson or $450 for 4 lessons per month.  

For Primary School students:

Online or part-time tutors charge a rate of $25 to $70 per lesson.
Full-time tutors or group tuition charge a wide range of rates of $118 up to $507 per lesson.

For Secondary School students: 

Online or part-time tutors charge a rate of $30 to $90 per lesson.
Full-time tutors or group tuition charge a rate of $40 to $120 per lesson.
1 to 1 Tuition may charge a rate of $90 to $130 per lesson.  
Lastly, trained teachers and larger tuition centres may charge a flat fee of $138 per lesson or $580 for 4 lessons per month.  

For JC and IB students:  

Online or part-time tutors charge a rate of $50 to $80 per lesson.
Full-time tutors or group tuition charge a rate of $40 to $120 per lesson.
1 to 1 Tuition may charge a rate of $90 to $130 per lesson.  
Lastly, trained teachers and larger tuition centres may charge a flat fee of $143 per lesson or $600 for 4 lessons per month.  

*Do note that that above rates are based on the average of a few tuition centres, it is not indicative of benchmark prices and should be used as a guide only. 

What are the Charges for Science Tuition at Achievers Dream? 

As indicated in the above rates, secondary school tuition can charge up to $138 for each lesson, assuming that there are 6 lessons per month, the total sum can quickly add up to $828 per month. 

If lessons are held for the year that would add up to a grand total of $9936 per year! 

Therefore, Achievers Dream intends to make fees affordable through yearly or highly discounted rates. At $59, students can attend 2-hour lessons. 

Alternatively, we also offer permanent “live online classes” at $3920 for 66 lessons. 

The benefits of the lessons are far reaching as it includes AD+ Chemistry Super App where students can explore customised plans and try out auto generated questions. Some of the other benefits include carefully curated AD structured curriculum that can be used in conjunction with the App to maximise results, live experiment guided videos, bonus summative lectures or cheat sheets. 

For more information about the plan refer to the link attached here. 

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