Our Core Team

Science/Chemistry/Biology

Mr Yu has been teaching for more than 10 years, starting off as a private home tutor and eventually progressing into coaching groups.

He has coached over 2000 students ranging from Primary to Junior College in Biology and Chemistry, regularly achieving above national-level distinction rates.

Passionately honing his craft of teaching, he has designed various mnemonics to help students remember daunting concepts while maintaining a discussive and humorous atmosphere in class that encourages students to learn in a non-discriminant environment.

Science/Chemistry/Physics

Mr. Teng has a dream. A dream of cultivating an environment where each student’s distinct needs are welcomed and exalted. Within the secure confines of The Science Academy, Mr. Teng builds a safe haven for students to receive support and acquire essential knowledge and skills, transforming this dream into reality.

After successfully completing his NIE Post Grad Diploma in Education in 2007, Mr. Teng has served in government and independent schools. Since 2017, he has embraced the role of a tutor. With a professional journey spanning well over a decade, during which he has guided students across diverse educational streams and unique needs, Mr. Teng leverages his wealth of experience and resources to stay current with the latest syllabi and pedagogy, ensuring that his students receive the most relevant and effective support.

As a learner himself who values comprehension over rote memorization, Mr. Teng empathizes with the exasperation of struggling to recall precise information. Consequently, he imparts tips and strategies he has amassed from his experiences as both a student and educator to help students confront and overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges.

Science/Chemistry

Mr Fong has been with TSA for more than 5 years and spending 1 year as an admin, learning the ropes of a tutor and observing both Mr Teo and Mr Yu first hand and up close.

With Mr Fong’s outgoing demeanour, he is able to easily bond with anyone. Understanding the mindset of the students is what allows Mr Fong to better deliver his lessons.

Science at the primary level has become increasingly difficult over the years and it is no longer just pure memorisation that will enable students to answer the questions set in exams. Mr Fong’s lessons are crafted to be concise and clear to ensure that students will be able to grasp the concepts easily. He trains every student to be able to think critically and creatively to help solve any problems they might encounter. This will enable students to be able to choose and apply the right concepts to the right questions.

He carries the values of TSA and ensures that every student receives quality education not just in academics but in character too!

Science/Mathematics

With a strong passion for working with youths and young children, Ms Lau brings past experience as a private tutor, where she has helped students excel academically. She also has prior experience working in a youth organisation, helping her to connect with her students on a deeper level, fostering trust and engagement.

As an alumnus of Raffles Girls’ School and Raffles Institution, Ms Lau vividly recalls the challenges she faced as a student and aspires to guide her students through both their academic and personal journeys, just as her teachers and tutors supported her in her formative years.

Ms Lau believes that building a strong foundation in the early years is critical for long-term success. She focuses on strengthening her students’ understanding of Math and Science during their Primary School years, ensuring they not only master the fundamentals but also develop a genuine love for these subjects. By cultivating a solid academic foundation, Ms Lau hopes to inspire her students to find joy in learning and smoothly transition to higher levels of education in Secondary and Tertiary institutions.

Physics/Mathematics

Having exposed herself to a myriad of teaching styles, Ms Hue understands the profound impact of tailoring teaching methods to suit each child’s unique learning techniques. Drawing from her childhood experiences, where she had a dislike towards math and physics stemming from incompatible teaching, she is committed to ensuring her students don’t face the same challenges.

After discovering a passion for physics, it spurred her on to further her studies in this field. Ms Hue is fuelled with the desire to inspire students, emphasizing that what they learn isn’t just confined to textbooks but instead are the mystifying rules of physics that can be experienced in everyday life, if they just look a little closer.

With a genuine passion for teaching and learning, Ms Hue strives to instill curiosity and appreciation for the subject, promising a learning environment that extends beyond the classroom.

Mathematics

Mr Wee is a dedicated educator who believes that learning and development can help every student reach their full potential. Mr Wee is a private tutor who has taught many students from various backgrounds. This exposure has been crucial as he has learn many effective ways that can be adopted in teaching different style of students. In addition, he is able to make different type of class plan for students in subjects like Mathematics to cater to different needs.

With his perseverance’s, love for teaching and experience gained, he believes to be an effective communicator and a resourceful teacher to enhance students’ performance and empower them with knowledge, confidence and at the same time allowing students to have fun during lessons.

Mr Wee is adamant that at the end of each class, he wants every student to walk out of the room saying, “I had a good time!”. This is done to pique their interest in the subject and make them eager for the next lesson

Science/Biology

Having attended tuition during her secondary school days, Ms. Koh intimately comprehends the demanding nature of students’ daily routines and the academic pressures they encounter. Driven by her fervent desire to cultivate a learning atmosphere where students can derive pleasure from their educational journey, she strives to infuse her teaching with creativity and enthusiasm.

Furthermore, Ms. Koh’s educational journey has equipped her with a solid foundation in the realms of biology and pharmaceuticals. Having graduated with a diploma in Biologics and Process Technology and currently pursuing a major in Biological Sciences at NTU, she possesses a wealth of knowledge that she is eager to share with her students. Her aspiration is to not only impart academic content but also to instill a sense of curiosity and passion for the sciences, thereby serving as a catalyst for students as they embark on their own scientific endeavours.

Ultimately, Ms. Koh envisions herself as a guiding force, providing students with the necessary tools and inspiration to take their first steps into the captivating world of science.