education
TUITION
Where to find a tutor on the Southside.
Sylvan Learning Center Each child is given a bespoke programme based on individual strengths and weaknesses. Sylvan offers tuition in Maths, Science, Mandarin, English reading and writing and homework help, school entrance exams (UK, US and Hong Kong), plus exam-preparation classes for the IGCSE, IB, SAT and ACT. Lessons are for children aged five-18 and are taught in groups of three. Holiday camps include science, robotics and coding, and writing. Locations on the Southside: 2/F, One Island South, 2 Heung Yip Road, Aberdeen; G209 The Repulse Bay, 109 Repulse Bay Road, 2873 0662, www.sylvanlearning.com The Graduate An online tutor/student matching service for students of all ages. A matching program is used to create a shortlist of tutors. Pick whom you want to work with and start learning. Tutoring can take place through face-to-face lessons or video conferences. The matching service is free; rates for tutors start at around $200 per hour. www.thegraduate.com.hk
Interactive learning at Southside Mandarin.
ITS Education Asia Educational support for children and adults, plus exam preparation services for SATs, iGCSEs, A-levels, IB and more. Take a tutorial programme at one of its schools or use the online learning service. In addition, ITS offers university admissions advice and an education consulting service that works with families and employers to find the right schools for children in Hong Kong. Locations in Central and Mong Kok. www.tuition.com.hk Kumon Originally developed in Japan, Kumon is now used in over 40 countries and regions. Subjects are limited to English, Chinese and Mathematics. The Kumon method is based on individual instruction and the completion of daily worksheets to develop basic building blocks. For details of your nearest centre, call 2890 6533 or visit www.kumon.com.cn/KHK Miles International Academy This beachside preschool offers various afterschool programs, including Mandarin classes for children aged two to six. Lessons include role play, storytelling and hands-on activities. Classes are held Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4-5pm. The Creative Learning Enrichment class (ages two to four) reinforces what children learn in school through experience-based activities. Classes take place Monday to Friday, 3-5pm.
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Finally, RockAbaby Music Academy provides music and musical instrument classes. Group lessons are for infants under six; private classes do not have an age limit. B102 the pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay. For details call 3586 3071 or visit www.miacademy.com.hk Mentorhood Learning Center Specialising in Maths tuition, this centre teaches students to solve maths problems using the Thinking Block Model from Singapore, a way of representing word problems in a visual way. English lessons and playgroup for ages three-12 are also on offer, as well as tutoring for public exam courses in the IB, British and American curricula and consultations for university preparation. Locations include Shop 209A, West Commercial Centre, Marina Square, Ap Lei Chau. Details at 5160 1828, www.mentorhood.com.hk Southside Mandarin Mandarin-language playgroups and immersion programmes for children aged six months to 12 years. Opt for straightforward lessons or learn in combination with wushu, art, music or drama. All classes are taught by professionally qualified native speakers with experience in early childhood and primary education. Shop 106-107, 1/F, One Island South, 2 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang, 3427 9619, www.southsidemandarin.com
Snapask by Appedu Used by over 20,000 students across Asia, this mobile app provides instant on-demand learning support to secondary school students. With tutors from universities across Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan and China, 17 seconds is the average time it takes for a tutor to pick up your question. Buy credits online or at 7-Eleven stores. The Starter Pack costs $150 and comes with 150 credits (each in-app question costs 10 credits). www.snapask.co PGEM Online tuition and academic support, plus essay help, SAT/ACT test preparation and university counseling. PGEM also covers IB MYP, IB DP, AP, A-Levels, IGCSE and HKDSE including languages. Learners can book slots with tutors via the website for a one-on-one session using interactive video calling, live chat and whiteboard facilities. Fees for live one-on-one online tutoring are USD$60 per session; fees for essay help and writing support are USD$60150. Suite 3203 Central Plaza, 18 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, 2500 6078, www.teachers-to-go.com