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Featured Reviews

North Zone

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.
— Kieran Lee, Ahmad Ibrahim Secondary School
Melvin Kher, Catholic High School
The 2-page summary and consolidation notes in a booklet was what I like most as it proved to be useful for revision when I was studying for the exams. Students can be assured of the quality teaching in Concept First and benefit from it just as I had.
— Melvin Kher, Catholic High School
Crystal Buy, CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls' School
The worksheets and summary pages were very useful in helping me understand the concepts better. I was also able to have more practise and exposure to common questions and more challenging questions which helped me to prepare for a wide variety of questions.
— Crystal Buy, CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls' School

East Zone

Megan Tay, Chung Cheng High School (Main)
Mr Kong is one who finds innovative ways to explain complex Physics concepts to his students to make it easy to understand and relate to. He does his best to constantly improve his materials such as his summary notes which is extremely beneficial. He is patient even when students ask him many questions and ask him to re-explain certain concepts they are still unsure about. Through his lessons, it does not only make Physics easier to comprehend, but more interesting as well.
— Megan Tay, Chung Cheng High School (Main)
Jesper Chua, Manjusri Secondary School
I feel very motivated to come to the centre regardless of how far I lived. With their guidance and useful learning resources, I scored an A2 during prelims from a D7 in MYE. Highly encouraged to join the tuition centre!
— Jesper Chua, Manjusri Secondary School
Abigale Tan, Nan Chiau High School
The lessons are well planned out and there is always sufficient time to finish class work. There are also many more MCQs or exam questions for us to try out at home, and the answer key allows me to refer whenever I’m stuck.
— Abigale Tan, Nan Chiau High School

West Zone

Harni Sree, Bukit Batok Secondary School
The class was really useful as a lot of detailed notes and concept orientated practices were given to practice. Near the O levels, summarised notes with key concepts, definitions and formulas were given which I found most useful. Mr Kong has been a wonderful teacher too as he taught and guided us in a unique way. I would highly recommend joining this tuition centre as it has helped improved my grades from a C6 to a B3 so very good!
— Harni Sree, Bukit Batok Secondary School
Darshan Nair, Commonwealth Secondary School
The centre’s 2-page summary notes are very concise and consists of all the main ideas for any particular topic. Whenever I have doubts during my revision, I immediately ask my tutor through WhatsApp. He will annotate and draw on the picture I took which helps me to understand and clear my doubts.
— Darshan Nair, Commonwealth Secondary School
Chew Hong Yu, Fuhua Secondary School
Mr Kong’s teaching is easy to understand and he makes Physics way more interesting with his props and storytelling. The one page summary and answering guide saved me countless hours, instead of flipping my textbook, I can focus on studying the notes.
— Chew Hong Yu, Fuhua Secondary School

South Zone

Dylan Chan, Anglo Chinese School (Independent)
The weekly exercises helped me deepen my understanding of the subject and knowledge with the constant tests and practices. I have especially found the summary notes to be the most helpful outside of class, whenever I am in doubt while doing a worksheet or in school, and I do not understand my teacher, I would use the summary notes to clarify doubts.
— Dylan Chan, Anglo Chinese School (Independent)
Anita Handojo, Fairfield Methodist Secondary School
Topics that completely baffled me in school are made so simple. They give out a consolidation book in which I am guided in making notes, as well as a convenient cheat sheet to keep on hand.
— Anita Handojo, Fairfield Methodist Secondary School
Shannice Yue, Nan Hua High School
I pretty much hated Physics as I was constantly failing but Concept First helped me to gain some interest in it. Mr Kong also very willingy stays back after lessons to clear any questions that we have, sometimes even up to 1 hr after class, so I appreciate it very much!
— Shannice Yue, Nan Hua High School

Central

B.Viveka, Crescent Girls’ School
Concept First helped me understand the concepts behind Physics instead of plainly memorising them. Through the summary notes and compilation of generally asked questions, I am able to handle questions more confidently due to the exposure to a large number of questions of different difficulties.
— B.Viveka, Crescent Girls’ School
Victoria Lim, Methodist Girls' School
8 months after joining Concept First Tuition Centre, I was no longer barely passing Physics and have scored B3 for my prelims. Mr Kong has not only helped me but many other students as well judging by how we thought the O Level paper 2 was a breeze.
— Victoria Lim, Methodist Girls' School
Nicole Lim, Raffles Girls' School
Even though I am in the IP Stream, their lessons are still very relevant to my syllabus, and in fact, at a faster pace than my lessons in school. This allows me to stay ahead in the syllabus and this head start is essential for me to fully digest the concepts and score well for exams.
— Nicole Lim, Raffles Girls' School

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Ahmad Ibrahim Sec School
Anderson Sec School
Ang Mo Kio Sec School
Anglican High School
Anglo Chinese School (Barker Road)
Anglo Chinese School (Independent)
Bedok South Sec School
Bedok View Sec School
Bowen Sec School
Bukit Batok Sec School
Bukit Panjang Government High School
Bukit View Sec School
Catholic High School
Cedar Girls’ Sec School
CHIJ Secondary (Toa Payoh)
CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls’ School
CHIJ St. Theresa’s Convent
Chua Chu Kang Sec School
Chung Cheng High School (Main)
Chung Cheng High School (Yishun)
Clementi Town Sec School
Commonwealth Sec School
Crescent Girls' School

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Damai Sec School
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Fairfield Methodist Sec School
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Hillgrove Sec School
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Hua Yi Sec School
Hwa Chong Institution
Jurong Sec School
Juying Sec School
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Kuo Chuan Presbyterian Sec School

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Manjusri Sec School
Maris Stella High School
Methodist Girls' School
Nan Chiau High School
Nan Hua High School
Naval Base Sec School
New Town Sec School
North Vista Sec School
Outram Sec School
Pasir Ris Crest Sec School
Pasir Ris Sec School
Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School
Presbyterian High School
Punggol Sec School
Queenstown Sec School
Queensway Sec School
Raffles Girls’ School
Raffles Institution
River Valley High School


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School of Science and Technology
Shuqun Sec School
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St. Andrew's Sec School
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St. Margaret’s Sec School
St. Patrick's School
Swiss Cottage Sec School
Tanglin Sec School
Tanjong Katong Girls' School
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Westwood Sec School
Xinmin Sec School
Yishun Town Sec School
Yuan Ching Sec School
Zhonghua Sec School


Reviews by Parents

Geylang Methodist Secondary School
My child likes his teaching very much as she is able to understand the concepts better. I regretted not sending her to Calvin Kong’s class earlier. Thank you for teaching her!
— Kelly Ng, parent of Leong Jing Wen (Geylang Methodist Secondary School)

Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School
I am glad to have found Mr Kong to coach my daughter in Physics. He has instilled interest in my daughter that made her put in more effort to do well in this subject. Mr Kong is able to create content that my daughter enjoys. He also boosts Sonia’s confidence. His dynamic approach motivates and engages Sonia to be more active and forthcoming whenever she has questions in the subject. Thanks very much, Mr Kong!
— Mrs Stephanie Tan, parent of Sonia Tan (Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School)

Maris Stella High School
Wei Jie lost interest in the subject due to his poor results and the constant struggle in trying to understanding the school teacher’s explanations. Before we found Calvin, Wei Jie tried 2 other tutors. He eventually switch to Calvin after the trial class as his class includes good explanations on every topic and the fact that he highlights to Wei Jie where he is weak at had given him many opportunities to improve. From failing in Sec 3, to getting a distinction for his GCE O-level after a year of tuition with Calvin is a great improvement! Wei Jie shows joy when he speaks of Physics since. Thanks, Calvin!
— Sandy, parent of Chan Wei Jie (Maris Stella High School)

Yishun Town Sec School
I chanced upon Calvin’s website while looking for science tuition for my son when he was in Sec 2. As Calvin only offered Tuition classes for Upper Sec, I had arranged for him to do one-to-one tuition for a few selected topics which my son was weak in. At that time, my son commented that Calvin’s explanation was very clear and he could understand. My son only managed to join Calvin’s tuition class in March this year. I am glad to say that he had gained more confidence in Physics and I am sure that he will be able to perform well in the coming O Levels. Thank you for your guidance and I will definitely recommend Concept First Physics Tuition to any parents looking for an effective tuition class for their kids!
— Helen, parent of Samuel Ong (Yishun Town Sec School)

St. Andrew's Sec School
I find Mr Kong very approachable, whether in person or via Whatsapp. Initially, I was a little disappointed when my request to remove his company’s water mark was turned down as I reasoned to him how they makes reading difficult. I was surprised later to find that Mr Kong actually make an effort to blank out certain parts of his watermark so as to make sure that the content of his study material are not effected - this requires more effort and time. Thank you, Mr Kong. This tells me that you are a very conscientious teacher, and do not turn a deaf ear to parents’ feedback!
— Mrs Chu, parent of Francis Chu (St. Andrew's Sec School)

Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School
My daughter started to like the subject more after attending Calvin’s classes. Lessons are interesting and engaging. His notes are concise and clear and the practices given are useful and effective.
— Mr Tan, parent of Rachel Tan (Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School)

Nan Hua High School
When my daughter told me that she needed a Physics tutor 2 years ago, I went online to search for one and happened to chance upon Mr Kong’s website. I proceeded to give him a call and from the conversation, I could already feel that he is very efficient, flexible and accommodating. I then decided to give him a try. True enough, my child found his classes very effective and helpful. She liked it very much. Overall, I feel that Mr Kong is a very caring teacher who makes an effort to understand each student’s needs. I highly recommend his tuition classes to those who are searching for one. Thank you!
— Mrs Wong, parent of Wong Yan Ning (Nan Hua High School)

Methodist Girls' School
Mr Calvin Kong is a teacher at ease with his subjects. From a F9 (MYE) to a B3 (Prelim) in 2 short months! He has succeeded in delivering many if not all the concepts to Lauren and clearly understood by her. What a job Mr Kong has done! Thank you and best wishes.
— Mdm Chin, parent of Lauren Yap (Methodist Girls' School)

Anglo Chinese School, Barker Road
Mr Calvin Kong is a tutor that I will strongly recommend to anymore. He is a true educator who shows passion for the subject and his students. His pedagogy was strong and with his constant encouragement, he was able to build the confidence and foundation of his students. I am thankful to have Mr Kong tutoring and guiding my child through the 1.5 years!
— Mrs Magdalene Tan, parent of Clarence Tan (Anglo Chinese School, Barker Road)

Westwood Sec School
I learnt about Calvin Kong’s Physics Tuition classes through seeing his centre’s profile on Facebook. I spoke to him over the phone for a few times. My impression of him was a confident teacher. He is not the type to demoralise students despite my son’s poor grades and only joining him in June. I trust that he will deliver at the end of the day. Looking forward to receiving my son’s results.
— Mrs Irene Teo, parent of Terence Teo (Westwood Sec School)

Letters from Students