About
us

Our Mission

  • To develop discerning students with deep convictions, who can wield the power of language to better the world

Our Core Values

  1. We respect that there are multiple perspectives and wish to cultivate an openness towards differing points of view.
  2. We understand that building relationships is a core part of being human and language plays a key role in communication.
  3. We strive to draw connections between theory and real life so as to make learning relevant.
  4. We believe in the lifelong pursuit of knowledge.
  5. We know that learning takes place best in an engaging and safe environment.

Our Endeavour

  1. Equipping every child with the tools to express themselves: to think, read, speak and write with purpose and confidence.
  2. Empowering every child to become discerning individuals with the capacity to critically evaluate the realities that they encounter.
  3. Encouraging every child to love the English Language and to use it to better themselves.
Our Courses
  • English (Primary)
  • English (Secondary)
  • General Paper (JC)
  • English Language & Linguistics (JC)

Our Teaching Curriculum

Our teaching curriculum is designed with a two-year cycle in mind. This is to ensure that the mastery of the requisite language skills for each stage of the child’s learning is achieved in a formative and progressive manner.


Students are welcome to join the lessons at any level, keeping in mind that the building of language skills is a continuous process. The main objective is to hone and develop a keen sensitivity to the language.

Primary 1 and 2 - Foundational skills I

Grammar, vocabulary, simple comprehension, some elements of creative writing and expression, speaking and listening.

Primary 3 and 4 - Foundational skills II

Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension and basic inference skills, some elements of creative writing and expression, speaking and listening.

Primary 5 and 6 - Intermediate skills I

Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension and inference skills, creative writing and expression, basic critical reading and writing skills, speaking and listening.

Secondary 1 and 2 - Intermediate skills II

Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension and inference skills, some elements of critical reading and writing skills, creative writing and expression, speaking and listening.

Secondary 3 and 4 - Advanced skills I

Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, inference & interpretative skills, critical reading and writing skills, creative writing and expression, speaking and listening.

JC 1 and JC 2 - Advanced skills II

Grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, inference & interpretative skills, critical reading and writing skills, individual voice and expression, speaking and listening.

Dynamic learning & use of the English language

We focus on developing communication skills in a holistic fashion - listening, reading, speaking, writing.

Carefully constructed lessons


Lessons are designed and conducted by an ex-MOE teacher who specialises in English Language & Linguistics.

Small class size



A maximum of 6 students are allocated per class for an optimum exchange of ideas and a more in-depth focus on the lesson material.

1-to-1 Class



This option allows for a more customised learning pace and a more direct teaching structure.

Fees
  • The Learning Desk Education Centre Pte Ltd
  • Tuition Schedule and Rates for Academic Year 2021
  • Fees: include handouts and files
Level Fees (group, maximum 6 students per class) Fees (1-to-1)
Primary 1 – Primary 3 $40/hour $60/hour
Primary 4 – Primary 6 $50/hour $70/hour
Secondary 1 & 2 $60/hour $80/hour
Secondary 3 & 4/span> $70/hour $100/hour
JC 1 & 2 $80/hour $130/hour
Meet the Management Team
Our Team
Sylvia
Principal and CEO
Jude
Director

Testimonial

Our Location

93 Cashew Road
Singapore 679664

Our Contact Details

9112 7284 (Sylvia)
9670 2999 (Jude)

For Feedback & Enquiries

hello@thelearningdesk.com.sg
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