Homeschool and IGCSE
IGCSE – International General Certificate of Secondary Education
IN RECENT YEARS, more and more homeschoolers have gravitated towards IGCSE O Level exams as the preferred pathway to college and further education in Malaysia and abroad. Here’s an FAQ prepared by a homeschooling mom (Thanks, Rachel!) to clear the fog for Malaysian homeschoolers who are unclear about next steps:
Q: What is IGCSE?
A: IGCSE is the Level 10 high school exams offered by the U.K. Cambridge University and is accepted as equivalent to our local Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) certificate exams.The IGCSE is the world’s most popular international qualification for 14-16 year olds. It develops successful students, giving them excellent preparation for their next steps in education, including progression to A Level study, and equips them with skills for immediate employment. Cambridge IGCSE is recognised by universities and employers worldwide. In Malaysia, homeschoolers who sit for the IGCSE exams as private candidates have generally done well.
For more information regarding IGCSE, point your cursor here.
Q: Why aren’t homeschoolers opting for SPM?
A: The Malaysian Ministry of Education allows homeschoolers to sit for the SPM examination (Form 5 examination) in the year they attain 18 years of age. Presently all examination subjects are in Bahasa Malaysia except for Mathematics and the Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics). However the Government has announced that the policy of teaching Mathematics and Science in English will cease in 2012 and revert to Bahasa Malaysia in national schools.
Q: What happens after a student completes the IGCSE exams?
A: When a student achieves a minimum 5 credits in the IGCSE (more would be better) he is qualified to apply to any of the following:
- Study for the A Levels exams, and thereafter apply to enter most private universities locally, or any university in Commonwealth countries (UK, Australia, etc) as well as America
- Sign up for a pre-university course at most private universities locally, and thereafter, proceed to a degree programme locally or abroad
- Enrol in an American university to begin a 4-year degree programme
Note: A number of homeschoolers apply to US universities with their IGCSE certificates together with SAT results in English/Maths. If a student does not have admissible SAT test scores, he will be required to sit for SAT during his 1st year in the university.
Q: What range of subjects are offered in the IGCSE exams?
A: Malaysian homeschoolers are known to sit for any of the following:
Accounting
Biology
Business Studies
Chemistry
Chinese – First Language
Chinese (Mandarin) – Foreign Language
Economics
English – First Language
English – Literature
Geography
History
Malay – Foreign Language
Mathematics
Mathematics – Additional
Physics
Religious Studies
Sciences – Co-ordinated (Double)
Sociology
Q: Where can I get information regarding syllabus and examination application/services?
A: Visit the University of Cambridge International Examinations site for more details on syllabus and qualifications. For registration forms, time-tables, and services, visit the British Council website.
Q: Where can I get a look at IGCSE past year papers?
A: You can view and download 2002-2009 IGCSE past years papers here at freeexampapers.com for FREE.
Q: How do I prepare my homeschooling teen for IGCSE exams?
A: A number of homeschoolers in the country have successfully studied for the exams at home as the culmination of their homeschooling journey. In this D-I-Y approach, parents either guide their children themselves or enlist the help of private tutors to complement their studies.
Private IGCSE tutors do provide one-on-one tuition in a student’s home and they usually charge an hourly rate per subject (anything between RM50 and RM70 per hour per subject is normal). Some private tutors in the Klang Valley you can call are as follows:
Eric 012-3055286
Soo 013-2350286
Kar Yoong 012-9415728
Laura 016-2355205
You can visit www.igcsemalaysia.com for more leads/contacts.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
If you prefer to study in a centre, check out the following:
- Mr Tan Yip Meng runs an IGCSE centre in Puchong. Fees are charged according to the number of subjects a student is sitting for. Call Mr Tan at 012-3453690
- FLC (Frontier Learning Centre) is an informal fee-based co-op, initiated and led by homeschool parents, a number of whom are qualified teachers. Tuition is carried out at Eaglepoint Covenant Fellowship building, in Puchong. For more details, call 012 2273312
- ACE EdVenture – a fully equipped facility providing an integrated educational solution for students from Standard 1 to Form 5, including IGCSE. Fees are charged by semester
Q: Where does a student get IGCSE textbooks?
A: In Klang Valley, I got mine at these places
- Popular bookshop at IKANO (check out the section on International/IGCSE/A Levels)
- University Book Store at Section 14, right across the road from JAYA 33 infront of Digital Mall. They are
located on the 1st floor, a few shops away from the McDonald outlet at Section 14.
Address: No 18, 1st floor, Jalan 14/14 Petaling Jaya (Tel no 79569410)
Hope all the information above is helpful to you. God bless you on your homeschooling journey.
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[Please note that all information posted here are correct at the time of posting. I would appreciate corrections, updates, and reports on broken links if any. Thanks!]
220 Comments so far...
Amnah Says:
19 June 2012 at 6:01 pm.
WEll i want to do private igcse for some months and give the board exams because my school is not teaching well but my dad is not allowing me to do he is saying that if you do no one will accept you in any other school or college later on..Is this true …i have seen people who got admission but he didnt listen..Tell me if i am right or wrong and i know we want sufficient marks in IGCSE/CIE.
Looking forward for your reply
DAVID BC TAN Says:
25 June 2012 at 11:08 pm.
Yes, local colleges accept IGCSE scores in place of SPM. Please go to our RESOURCES tab and read about homeschooling and IGCSE.
C H Lee Says:
29 June 2012 at 10:19 pm.
I am living in Subang Perdana (near Skypark or Subang ) airport.where is the nearest study centre for my son (primary 6 this year ) to enroll.Could you recommend?
Your assistance is highly appreciated.
Thank you.
DAVID BC TAN Says:
30 June 2012 at 11:21 am.
Hello, I am sorry I am unable to offer any assistance. our children were educated at home and we do not operate a learning centre nor or we associated with one for children of your son’s age.
David Tan
Samantha Says:
15 July 2012 at 11:05 pm.
Hi, my daughter is 15 this year and studying in a Chinese independent school. Planning to let her sit for IGCSE O level as a private candidate next year. As we are living in JB, any idea where I can register for this exam and tuition center offering night courses for O level?
Charlie Koh Says:
2 August 2012 at 12:13 pm.
Dear David,
Greetings. Appreciate if you can add in Havil School in your list above. The school is now open to students planning to prepare for IGCSE. Our new intake for Year 7 and 8 IGCSE program is in September 2012. Do visit our Open Day August 4, 2012. I hope you have receive our Open Day flier in the email. If not, you may contact me, or call the office 03-227-38388. Add: 21 Jalan Sultan Abdul Samad, Brickfields (behind Zion Lutheran Church).
Anne Jane Says:
4 August 2012 at 9:45 pm.
I had homeschool my 8 year old child for 2 years and he is doing very well.
I have a son age 14 studied in one of the church based IGCSE. Recently, he had face a serius issue of suspension with no concrete reasons given. During the suspension, classmete ask him “why he’s being expelled?” seems someone is creating that issue.
Would like to know is there any ways to homeschool IGCSE kids from home? Any resources to help?
Charlie Koh Says:
22 August 2012 at 10:47 pm.
It is possible to prepare your son for the IGCSE exam from home if your have adequate support. I know of a family who did that for all their children but it is a full-time teaching job. You may need tutors to help you in subjects that are challenging to you.
Samantha Eddis Says:
2 September 2012 at 12:21 pm.
If anyone doing IGCSEs would like to find some Internet resources for the subjects that are being taken, please go to http://www.eddistutorial.com
I have been home educating my children, using IGCSE and A Level books and Internet resources, for the last five years. My eldest has finished her education, and my second eldest is doing A Levels at the moment.
It is possible to home educate your children at IGCSE and A Level, but the more support you can get, the better. Good luck!
Sean Says:
6 October 2012 at 1:58 pm.
I know one centre in Kepong run IGCSE O level in jln kuching Kepong. I heard their teachers are very good. you may call Madam Seow at 016-3697123.
Aida Says:
8 October 2012 at 1:59 am.
HI
I am Aida, I am a Chinese Muslim. I would really appreciate if anyone out there can help me with information and/or resources (teachers, centre, resource centre etc). I wish to put my son (10 years olds) for home school.
My son requires more personal coaching. Currently he is in a private school but he is being left behind most of the time.
I have also approached some home school centre but sadly they told us they can’t help us because we are Muslim, so I am really helpless at this juncture and sincerely reaching out to see if there is any centre near Ampang area which can provide some help to us.
I have a good diploma in teaching children with special learning needs but for serious teaching I need proper system and guidance, I dont know how to start really. I have an Accounting Degree from UK and I have also offered to help in those center so that I can help others and my son too. But I have been rejected every where for the past one year. If anyone of you have any resources in this area, I would be grateful if you could kindly drop me a note at aidalimka@yahoo.com
Joanne Says:
19 October 2012 at 1:59 am.
If i want to register for IGCSE next year july,where and how can i register for it as a private candidate?
I heard that i must be at least 16 years old to register as private candidate is that true?
i am only 14 for now, turning 15 on this november…
DAVID BC TAN Says:
19 October 2012 at 10:11 am.
You can try the British Council in KL or visit their website http://tinyurl.com/9k8lmhk
The British Council Examinations Services is able to answer most of your queries. The other way is to check out private tuition centres that prep students for O levels. Google and you’ll come up with a list of centres nearest where you live. KL has several.
Emma Says:
2 December 2012 at 6:05 pm.
Hi, do you have any idea where could I get the books for IGCSE- malay subject? Thanks for your help.
Vasanthimalar Says:
3 December 2012 at 12:53 pm.
Hi, my hubby and I wanted to enroll our son (9-years old) into homeschooling in a church-based institution, after a year considering it as we are non-Christians. The institution uses Alpha OMEGA syllabus and the students are to sit for SAT exams.
However when we approached the pastor last week he mentioned that not many private colleges in Malaysia accept SAT, in fact only Taylor’s college does for few courses. Moreover SAT is only accepted in US and Canada.
We were dismayed. We were eagerly looking forward to send our son to homeschooling.
My question is, can my son sit for IGCSE too, if he takes up this Alpha OMEGA syllabus and be accepted into any private colleges or universities in any country? Please help to clarify us. Thank you.
Charlie Koh Says:
3 December 2012 at 11:07 pm.
Dear Vasanthimalar, at Havil School, we offer both the Alpha Omega program and the Cambridge IGCSE. Please feel free to contact us at 03-22763338.
Samantha Says:
4 December 2012 at 4:47 am.
As far as I understand, the Alpha Omega syllabus will not help your son prepare for IGCSEs.
If you want your son to do IGCSEs as a home schooler, he can either do the subjects on his own by downloading the subject syllabuses from one of the examination boards (like CIE or Edexcel), or he can do a distance learning package and have a tutor to help him.
The biggest hurdle you will have to overcome is to find an examination centre in Malaysia that will accept home schooled students (or private candidates) to sit examinations.
If you want to find out more about IGCSEs, please visit http://www.eddistutorial.com for information and resources. Then you will have to find either a private school, a private college or even the British Embassy to see about exams. If you can get a place for your son to sit his exams in May/June, then you can look into IGCSEs more seriously, perhaps when he is a little older.
One last thing. IGCSEs are widely recognised around the world, but if you are looking at another country for your son’s college or university entrance, look at the admissions policies for those places now. You can then work backwards to see if Alpha Omega and IGCSEs will fit the criteria for university entrance (though many universities in the UK and the USA will require A Levels as well).
Best of luck!
Nic Tan Says:
15 December 2012 at 5:49 am.
Dearr all,
We provide tuition for IGCSE
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kemuning-Utama-Tuition/285205744869512
Joseph Says:
25 December 2012 at 7:31 am.
Hi, a friend of mine was looking for a homeschool center for his son. Prefer somewhere near gombak or setapak area, is there any recommendation ?
Charlie Koh Says:
26 December 2012 at 3:06 pm.
Dear Joseph,
Havil School is located at Brickfields, near KL Sentral Station. We offer both the AOP Program for the primary and the Cambridge IGCSE program. You may visit our website at http://www.havilschool.com for more details. Please feel free to call us at 03-22763338 or visit our school at 21 Jalan Sultan Abdul Samad (behind Zion Lutheran Church.
Grace Says:
4 January 2013 at 11:24 am.
Hi, I’m currently 14 and want to take IGCSE but i’m in a public secondary school. (having no intention to change). Is it possible to go for SPM and take IGCSE as a private candidate? And is there any tuitions that tutors in Latin and Dutch? Thanks in advance
DAVID BC TAN Says:
4 January 2013 at 12:56 pm.
Yes, Grace. You can register as a private candidate. About tutors, I won’t be able to help. You might have to google for answers. Some homeschoolers use online sites or CDs to learn latin on their own.
wildre Says:
6 January 2013 at 12:37 am.
hi, if my plan is to get my son into Public Universities in US or Canada, the requirement is basically SAT and complete his 12 years of school. I was hoping that he will not hit around the bushes by attending Local Public school because of the transition in the learning method. Obviously , the public school students will have to rediscover or unlearn everything, language prob etc they have adopted for so many years once they enter private college here.. So , what will be the right path for the children who begin their first journey in u. Is Alpha Omega the right syllabus to get them into US Public Uni? Can he skip O Level and A Level and directly take the route of Alpha Omega > SAT > Degree? thanks
Intan Miranti Says:
6 January 2013 at 10:23 pm.
Hi David: Intan Miranti here. Regarding IGCSE Exam Centres, are there alternatives to British Council if the candidate is not studying with a prep centre? Thanks in advance!
DAVID BC TAN Says:
7 January 2013 at 2:01 pm.
Hi Intan,
This is what Sook Ching told me: If you’re a private candidate, you have to register with the British Council. If you want to sit as a candidate of a private school or learning centre, you’ll have to register with them as a student, and be subject to their conditions and fees. Hope this helps.
David
Ms Sugunes Says:
10 January 2013 at 2:15 pm.
Dear All, If you have heard of Able Learner Center in OUG – check it out. You will love it here. We prepare children from 7-17 for IGCSE. Our product: Children who are happy coming to Able Learner Center and who can understand everything taught to them on a daily basis.hp 0126553804
mathy Says:
10 January 2013 at 3:09 pm.
Is it important for my son to go to a science lab? He is sitting for IGCSE chemistry, physics and bio
DAVID BC TAN Says:
10 January 2013 at 3:14 pm.
wildre: “Is Alpha Omega the right syllabus to get them into US Public Uni? ”
I’m afraid that’s a question that only the unis in US can answer. As a homeschooler (educated entirely at home), my own son did not use AOP, and neither did he have O Levels but submitted a lot of transcripts and extra-curricular achievements on his CV which opened doors. To be sure, ask the learning centers for help. If your child is heading for US, O and A levels are not as relevant as SAT. AOP will help give you child an education, but completing AOP is not what gets you into college. Doing well in SAT is the right step forward. But SAT 1 is not necessarily a ‘curriculum’ test – it’s multiple choice comprising Writing, Math and Critical Reading sections, including an essay writing portion on a given topic to test a child’s critical thinking abilities. So your child needs to be ready for this in the best possible way before sitting for SAT.
kamlin Says:
12 January 2013 at 4:56 am.
hello everyone…I am encouraged by the comments and effort parents and students here are trying to help each other. We run the maths centre in ss15 subang jaya where we teach both the local and international exams.
This includes igcse . alevels and ib diploma etc.
For the first time we have made available our full teaching material for igcse additional maths year 10 and year 11 online.This is done in video and pdf form .This is a complete online teaching course. PLease go to this site
http://www.themathscentre.com/igcse-additional-maths/ to look at the site.
This idea came about precisely because we taught kids in private international schools and we now offer the same material to those of you out there doing igcse. My comments is that the igcse add maths syllabus is pretty good and has overtaken our local syllabus.
At our site we offer also higher maths courses including alevels,IB, etc.. but mainly maths courses.
I hope this will help those of you out there doing igcse add maths.
Mr david tan, please include our elearning site into your list of tutors and resources….
Thank you.
Richard9 Says:
13 January 2013 at 11:00 pm.
Hi parents, I am considering letting my daughter take IGCSC, she just started form 4 in January this year in public school. I am not sure, whether she can go straight to Year 11. Or she have to do Year 10 first? She is borne in the month of Feb, she will be 16 in Feb.
Rainah Ismail Says:
23 January 2013 at 5:14 pm.
Good day. My daughter (Malaysia) studying in International School. Submitted withdrawal letter the other day coz…planning to home school her for O-Level. She is in Grade 8 and will be sitting for O-Level in 3 years time. How am I suppose to choose the subjects?
kamlin Says:
25 January 2013 at 3:07 pm.
hello everyone… here are my thoughts about richard’s case…
your daughter should enter year 10 not year 11.the year 10 is similar roughly to form 4 (there are some areas of differences).she needs to go through the work for 2 years ie year 10 and yr 11 before she is ready to sit for her igcse exams.i also advice you to think carefully and choose her subjects well. i find the igcse maths to be higher somewhat than our spm maths.the igcse add maths paper is also somewhat of a higher level than our local spm add maths.the pure sciences phy and chem etc.. well i think our local syllabus( taught in english) is pretty good…
i hope this help you in some way.. to make a more informed decision.
all the best
Charlie Koh Says:
28 January 2013 at 8:26 pm.
Hello Grace,
If you wish to take SPM and also take some IGCSE subjects as well, you may want to consider taking the IGCSE English Language and English Literature paper. It will give a great help to you when you enter university in the near future. Blessings to you. CK
Charlie Koh Says:
28 January 2013 at 8:41 pm.
Responding to Richard… your daughter can take the Cambridge checkpoint tests to assess whether she is ready to prepare for IGCSE next year – test her on on English, Maths and Science. She can concentrate on fewer subjects (min 5) to meet university entry requirements.
mathew lu Says:
31 January 2013 at 10:20 pm.
my son has been on IS environment for last 8 years and returning to Malaysia later this year. He is taking iGCSE Y10 currently and because he is holding a Malaysian passport, he is required to take iGCSE Malay! Is there anyway to bypass this requirement? Interested to hear any advise on this.
Alan Says:
4 February 2013 at 9:17 am.
I am planning to take IGCSE paper for the subject of Malay this year. However, I am not sure whether this paper is restricted by age? Thanks 
kamlin Says:
5 February 2013 at 2:40 pm.
hello everyone…..
here is the fully written solutions to igcse add maths may/june 2012 exam paper 1..for free…
http://www.themathscentre.com/igcse-additional-maths/igcse-additional-maths-fully-worked-solutions/
go check it out and like it and we will give you… paper2..
happy holidays…
kamlin Says:
5 February 2013 at 2:43 pm.
hello again.
my mistake.Paper 2 igcse add maths mayjune2012 exam is uploaded for free…
not paper 1.
cheers!
LAKS Says:
27 February 2013 at 3:09 pm.
Dear All, If you have heard of Able Learner Center in OUG – check it out. You will love it here. We prepare children from 7-17 for IGCSE. Our product: Children who are happy coming to Able Learner Center and who can understand everything taught to them on a daily basis.School 03-79719545 / HP-012 3113804
jane Says:
1 March 2013 at 9:23 am.
Dear parents and teachers,
We are looking for an IGCSE tuition centre in Puchong. Does anyone know of one?
DAVID BC TAN Says:
1 March 2013 at 1:21 pm.
Go to our RESOURCES page and look at the Homeschool and IGCSE section. There’s a few names and numbers to call. All the best! DT
qirk Says:
6 March 2013 at 2:16 pm.
Hi
would anyone know any Tuition Center for IGSCE in KL Area? Preferably in Setapak area?
Thank you
DAVID BC TAN Says:
6 March 2013 at 5:14 pm.
If you are looking for an intensive course for your dc’s IGCSE exam, a last minute help from experience teachers that will give pointers, tip, or techniques to answer in their exam, here’s one. Or, an alternative from public school.
Tan Hwee Yong Heads-up Tutorial 14-3, Subang Bisness Centre, Jalan USJ 9/5T 47620 Subang Jaya Selangor
Contact : 012-6978133 or 012-6970165
email: Tanhy777@gmail.com or headsup.tutorial@gmail.com
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DAVID BC TAN Says:
6 March 2013 at 6:33 pm.
I am sorry, I can’t say for sure. Why don’t you also go on Facebook and ask other homeschoolers? They may have contacts. All the best.
Vishalini Thurairatnam Says:
11 March 2013 at 3:26 pm.
hello all. i have a couple of queries.. mainly because i am a little sceptical about sending my child to a homeschool (it might be just my perception). However, i need some surety about private/ homeschools and how are they different from the local government schools ( besides the obvious) ? May i know what qualifications do teachers in these homeschool are equipped with? Do they have a special trainning qualification to teach in private schools and how are they different from the teachers who are teaching in local government schools ? Are the homeschools designed specially for children with high IQs and maturity levels ? I studied in a local government school finished my SPM and went to the UK to complete my Masters. I cant seem to find anything different from the fact that at the end of the day, further studies in the UK or US is achievable even if the child carries a local government certificate. Do help me clear my doubts thanks loads.
DAVID BC TAN Says:
11 March 2013 at 6:56 pm.
I think you are mistaken. If you had read through our posts or refer to our resources on archive, you will know that homeschool is really education that takes place at home. Parents are the child’s primary tutor. You can follow a recent interview about hoemschooling here http://www.bfm.my/homeschooling.html
kamlin Says:
14 March 2013 at 3:24 am.
hello everyone….
calling all igcse and alevels students…..please note that the maths centre will be having a free series of discussions in the month of april 2013 for discussion of the igcse add maths 2012 exam paper as well as the as/a2 level of cambridge maths/statistics and mechanics 2012 exam paper..
please email us for a free invite.. to our hangout on google space…
check the details here…
http://www.themathscentre.com/google-hangouts-announcement-for-april-2013/
Please let all the igcse students know…
Lim Koon Yuen Says:
20 March 2013 at 9:55 am.
I am homeschooling my daughter. Staying in Johor Bahru. Any parent here willing to share with me any particular center located in Johor Bahru which providing IGCSE tuition classes ? Thank you very much.
Dbctan Says:
20 March 2013 at 12:31 pm.
Lim, have you tried to Google? You might be able to find some info or directory if you go online. All the best.
Ash Says:
22 March 2013 at 6:51 pm.
Lim and parents living in JB,
I am also homeschooling my boy (13 yrs old) and girl (9yrs old). I am planning to get my son prepared for iGSCE but i am not sure what to do for my daughter. I am doing PhD from UTM and living insdie the uni.
you can reach me at maisha2@live.utm.my. May be i can help you with some of the resources i have.
vedanthi Says:
2 April 2013 at 12:00 pm.
how to start igsce at 16 yrs age
kamlin Says:
2 April 2013 at 12:30 pm.
hello everyone…..
we are having a free discussion/instruction of the igcse additional maths nov 2012 exam paper this monday 8 april2013. Its free. Registration is required .Places are limited.
Please feel free to join us,,details
http://www.themathscentre.com/google-hangouts-announcement-for-april-2013/
cheers..
Havil School Says:
2 April 2013 at 6:30 pm.
Dear Vedanthi,
You may want to check out if your son/daughter is ready for it. Taking the Cambridge Checkpoint assessment test will be of help. Call us at 03-22763338 or visit Havil School at 21 Jalan Sultan Abdul Samad, KL
Radha Says:
4 April 2013 at 10:50 am.
Dear all,
I have son who is 6 years old and we are keen to send him to homeschool. Just want to know ,Do you offer other subjects which substitute to bible studies? Thank You
DAVID BC TAN Says:
4 April 2013 at 12:30 pm.
I am sorry I won’t be able to help here. If you had read through our posts or refer to our resources on archive, you will know that homeschool is really education that takes place at home. Parents are the child’s primary tutor. When you homeschool, how you learn, what curriculum you use is entirely at your discretion. You can follow a recent interview about homeschooling here http://www.bfm.my/homeschooling.html
DAVID BC TAN Says:
4 April 2013 at 12:34 pm.
I think you are asking the wrong questions in the wrong forum If you read refer to our resources on archive or read our posts, you will know that homeschool is really education that takes place at home. Parents are the child’s primary tutor. Studies elsewhere (esp in the US) attest to success of homeschoolers in general, but many families do not look at academic achievements alone as a measure of success. You can follow a recent interview about homeschooling here http://www.bfm.my/homeschooling.html
Cheers, David Tan
Punitha-Principal Says:
4 April 2013 at 1:10 pm.
I am so srry. We do not do anything in the area of religious studies. However, if you send your email add, I will be very happy to give you more info. My email: admin@ablelearners.com
Punitha-Principal Says:
4 April 2013 at 1:15 pm.
Hi,
I’m Punitha-the principal of Able Learner Center. I understand your fear but as long as principals of all learning centres take accountability for what they stand for, your child goes a long way in a ‘home-learning environment. My children in my centre are doing very well. Write to me: admin@ablelearners.com
Punitha-Principal Says:
4 April 2013 at 1:18 pm.
Hi Vedanti,
Its a good idea to check out various learning centers before you make a decision. Check us out too. Send me an email: admin@ablelearners.com
Punitha-Principal Says:
4 April 2013 at 1:21 pm.
Hi Vedanti,
You had written about how to start IGCSE at 16? I have 17 and 18 yr olds who are starting. write to me: admin@ablelearners.com
Radha Says:
4 April 2013 at 1:55 pm.
Dear Mr.David, Thank you for your kind information. I just ask this question based on syllabus offered by certain centre.
kamlin Says:
8 April 2013 at 4:55 pm.
calling all igcse students taking add maths exam this year …
our 1st hangout starts today at 8pm malaysian time to discuss the 2012 add maths exam papers… join us to chat…
also a free set of questions uploaded for practise…
good luck…
http://www.themathscentre.com/google-hangouts-announcement-for-april-2013/
kamlin Says:
9 May 2013 at 12:22 pm.
hey, hello everyone…and calling all igcse add maths students…
here is the link to the igcse add maths nov2012 paper 1 solutions…the full detailed solutions..
good luck to those taking exams this summer..
Rozita Says:
24 May 2013 at 8:19 pm.
Any advise on what I can do.. My son @19yrs old is now doing his A-levels..but he thinks it might be difficult for him to get thru eventhough he is trying very hard. He was in an American school till grade 10 and transfer to UK straight to do A-level without doing IGCSE. Some gaps in Physics and Chemistry syllabus for him to handle. He also has some learning limits where he has poor comprehension. I am looking for solutions if his A-levels grades is not good..will it be possible for him to do IGCSE instead of resit his A-levels? Your comments will be appreciated..
Glory Says:
3 June 2013 at 3:33 pm.
I am currently working overseas but have to return home due to family commitments. This means that I have to bring home my son who is in the year 9 (following the IGCSE syllabus). He has to sit for the exams either by mid or end next year (depending on his readiness). My question is
1. How am I to register him for the exams?
Samantha Says:
15 June 2013 at 6:35 am.
Dear All,
We are Pusat Bahasa Spectrum located in One Puchong Business Park. We are offering tuition classes for English and Math IGCSE on every Saturday 10am and 1pm. Conducted by experienced international school teachers. Please feel free to call for enquiries. 012 231 7622
ching Says:
22 June 2013 at 8:12 am.
Hello! I’m a home tutor for igcse /o level /a level in accounting subject. I’m from Malaysia and are offering one to one home tuition for the following areas.
- putrajaya
- cyberjaya
- equine park
- puchong
- puncak jalil
- Bukit jalil
- bandar kinrara
- bandar sunway
- subang / usj
Kindly email me at ching104@outlook.com for more informations. Thank you.
Jwee ling Says:
3 July 2013 at 4:47 pm.
Does anyone know any homeschool center in Kajang ? Do they hv IGCSE course ?
Mr. Oon Says:
13 July 2013 at 1:45 pm.
I offer Year 7 – Year 11 IGCSE (age 11 – 17) full-time classes in my centre.
Contact me at 017 200 7660 for more information.
Thanks
Raymond Hew Says:
16 July 2013 at 5:12 pm.
Dear Parents
We are a newly open full time IGCSE learning centre located in Puchong Puteri (Adjacent to Puteri Mart). Centre named RIGHTBRIDGE.
We prepare students age 13-16 for Cambridge IGCSE examinations.
Majority of the students enrolled here after UPSR examinations.
For further info please contact Raymond at 012-280 8070.
Vivian Says:
18 July 2013 at 11:56 am.
Any homeschool in Kajang that accept mild autism students? Pls help.
kamlin Says:
18 July 2013 at 2:31 pm.
hello everyone,parents students, boys and girls,,,
here is a short video update of all our currently available courses at the maths centre… online…igcse/alevels cie/alevels edexcel…
we call it The Maths Centre Advantage…
take a look and listen…
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maz Says:
24 July 2013 at 11:17 am.
can I check, when is the exam for o-level and when is the result will be out?
Sara Says:
2 August 2013 at 5:48 pm.
Hi. Can anyone shed some light on which local colleges accept Alpha omega and what courses?
esther Says:
3 August 2013 at 12:21 pm.
Hi,
1. Do you know if there is any difference whether one takes O-levels or IGCSE if one is homeschooling? Is one more difficult to get good grades than the other?
2. What about Malay as a subject? I understand there are none offered under O-levels. The one under IGCSE, is it restricted to only one exam per year?
Hannah Says:
3 August 2013 at 5:10 pm.
Hi, can a student go to the regular school in the mornings and homeschool in the afternoons? or can he continue government school until Primary 2 and opt totally out for homeschool? Will the education department allow that?
Mr. Oon Says:
6 August 2013 at 12:22 pm.
Hello to parents who are actively seeking alternatives.
Our Aspirasi Learning Academy offers Year 7 – Year 11 IGCSE (age 11 – 17) full-time classes under the EDUJOURNEY programme.
+6017 200 7660
We’re located at Pelangi Damansara (near the Curve, Mutiara Damansara)
Thanks
Sorry we didn’t put our location previously.
All the best!
samar Says:
7 August 2013 at 2:59 pm.
Hi,
I’m Indian Muslim,
My brother is studying in Grade 7 in CBSE. we r relocating to Malaysia(we r staying in serdang).can you say nearest study centre for him.I want him to join in IGCSE syllabus.
What are the procedures?
can he get student pass?
what will be the Fee structure?
I want him to go regular classes.will it be a drawback when he join college?
please some one help..any contact number of studycentre,will be appreciated!
Thank you!!
samar.
DAVID BC TAN Says:
7 August 2013 at 4:15 pm.
Samar,
Perhaps you could google for IGCSE learning centers in Klang Valley? I did, and there’s one here – http://www.atcenlearningcentre.com/Cambridge.html
This comment thread also includes a number of contacts of other similar centres that you could inquire. Do try to contact them too.
Regards,
David
samar Says:
7 August 2013 at 6:18 pm.
DO they offer student pass?
Karen Says:
14 August 2013 at 12:48 pm.
Hi, I am looking for homeschools in Sri Hartamas or Mont’ Kiara area doing the IGCSE syllabus or any other syllabus except for AOP for 2 kids (10 & 12). Many thanks.
Ms Shirley Says:
14 August 2013 at 11:03 pm.
Hi all,
We offer IGCSE for full time students (Year 7 to 11) and IGCSE tuition classes.
Our address is 60-2,60-3,JALAN 1,TAMAN LEN SEN,CHERAS,56000 KUALA LUMPUR.
Subjects offered include;
Year 7 – 9
•English
•Mathematics
•Combined Science
•History
•Geography
•Science lab
•English Literature
•Mandarin
•Malay Language
Year 10 – 11
•English (EFL)
•Mathematics
•Chemistry
•Biology
•Physics
•Accounting
•Business Studies
•Economics
•Business Studies
We have a fully equipped science lab and library.
FOR MORE DETAILS,PLEASE CONTACT 017.8809883.
OR EMAIL: oxburgh.academy.edu@gmail.com
Clare Chong Says:
18 August 2013 at 5:25 pm.
Hi. My daughter needs to re-take these 3 subjects: biology, chemistry and physics in Oct/Nov 2013 IGCSE O level and she would require intensive revision. We live in Subang Jaya. Could you recommend someone who is experienced with the IGSCE format around this area please? Thanks & regards.
DAVID BC TAN Says:
21 August 2013 at 10:19 am.
There’s a place in Kepong, and you can visit their blog here: ttp://houseofigcse.blogspot.com/
Suresh Says:
22 August 2013 at 1:32 pm.
Those looking for IGCSE tuition classes in JB, please email me at sureshkumarbala@gmail.com. We are going to start our IGCSE tuition classes soon namely Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Add Maths, Maths and English. We also offer A level tuition. Excellent and experienced teachers.
manal Says:
26 August 2013 at 1:33 pm.
Hi, I just came to Malaysia and I don’t really know anything here and I found out that I failed my igcse so I want to ask where can I give igcse except British council because I need igcse ICT and British council doesn’t provide that.
please respond. I have a lot of questions please if you can give me your email I would really appreciate it
kamlin Says:
28 August 2013 at 1:13 pm.
hello,here is some help from us.To those who are resitting the IGCSE Add Maths and Alevels CIE AS and A2 Maths/Stats/Mechanics this year end… we are giving you a 50 percent discount off our teaching courses…go here to learn more..http://www.themathscentre.com/discount-on-igcse-or-alevels-cambridge-as-or-a2-courses/
These courses are coomplete and will help you improve your grades… check us out… and good luck..
KH Ang Says:
2 September 2013 at 4:00 pm.
What is the equivalent of “credit in O-level” in iGCSE subjects?
navell Says:
8 September 2013 at 9:39 am.
hi,im currently doing SPM but i have decided to take the IGCSE programme.Im
trying to finish the igcse by 10 months,the problem is,if i do it by home,how am i supposed to to the the coursework or oral,reading and listening for eng. first language.Need some help here.THANKS.
Jacie Says:
13 September 2013 at 11:59 am.
I am currently staying in Shanghai. Would appreciate if anyone can let me know how to register as a private candidate for IGCSE’O’ level exam in Selangor, Malaysia?
jimmy teh Says:
18 September 2013 at 3:13 pm.
Hi all, we are a agent for nelson thornes/collins/ hodder educational/letts/cgp and rising star in malaysia.Kindly drop me email a at jteh@padkl.com or contact us at 03-78776063. for any book enquiry.
thanks
Maheswary Chelliah Says:
22 September 2013 at 7:58 am.
Hi,
My name is Mahes and I am a qualified Mathematics teacher with 10 years experience in teaching Mathematics for
Secondary students, SPM or IGCSE level. I am very keen in teaching homeschooling children in the mornings.
Please call me at 019-4726784.
Thank you.
Ms Shirley - Principal Says:
27 September 2013 at 12:40 am.
We are having our open day over two weekends, 1st, 2nd, 3rd November and 8th, 9th, 10th November 2013.
We offer the IGCSE full time at our school in Cheras.
Or drop by to visit us for more information.
New Oxburgh Academy
60-2 & 60-3, Jalan 1,
Taman Lensen,
56000 Kuala Lumpur.
General Line: 03-9107 1628
Mobile: 017-880 9883
kamlin Says:
1 October 2013 at 12:42 pm.
hello everyone,,,
this week we will make available free videos of some of the recent may june 2013 igcse add maths exam questions on our site and our FB fanpage .
Go check it out and good luck …
http://www.themathscentre.com
Raymond Hew Says:
11 October 2013 at 5:53 pm.
Dear Parents
We are a full time IGCSE learning centre located in Puchong Puteri (Adjacent to Puteri Mart). Centre named RIGHTBRIDGE.
We prepare students between age 13-16 for Cambridge IGCSE ‘O’ level examinations.
Majority of the students came here after UPSR examinations.
For further info please contact Irene at 018-656 2388.
New Pathway Centre ,Kuching Says:
16 October 2013 at 1:15 am.
We offer Christian base Eduseeds pathway to Cambridge IGCSE Grade 1 to 10.
Indran Says:
23 October 2013 at 2:33 pm.
Dear Parents,
I conduct Physics tuition classes for IGCSE and A-Level around KL, Klang, Subang, PJ and Puchong. Contact Number: 018-324 4927
Cyntia Says:
29 October 2013 at 5:05 pm.
Dear all,
I teach Mathematics for Secondary students, SPM or IGCSE level. I am able to tutor around KL and Selangor area.
Please call me at 014-9138169 or email odiyanam27@yahoo.com for more information.
Iklan Says:
4 November 2013 at 12:47 pm.
Would love to know the budget / fees for home schooling in KL or PJ.
How about publicising it on the community websites?
Warmest regards,
Alexander
leong khai ming Says:
6 November 2013 at 10:19 pm.
my son level 7 IGCSE requires home tuition in bukit jalil, a tutor coming to give tuition in the evening.
Stephanie Says:
14 November 2013 at 8:08 pm.
Hi there. I have a question. Is this homeschool programs welcome those students who just finished their UPSR and would like to proceed their secondary as home schooling?
joopin loh Says:
15 November 2013 at 11:43 am.
I need to study IGCSE Malay. I am 50 years old. Is there any tuition center I can enroll?
Cindy Foong Says:
21 November 2013 at 3:24 pm.
I was told by my girl’s principal that after the IGCSE exam, the kid needs a “transcript” from her current centre in order to enter into colleges or universities. And the main concern is not all centres can provide a ‘valid’ transcript. I’m so confuse for her words & I intend to change my girl to another centre in Jan 2014. Thanks in advance!
Edujourney Says:
18 December 2013 at 12:50 am.
Dear Stephanie,
Most programs do cater for most students including the students who completed UPSR and PMR.
We offer full time classes gearing students for the IGCSE.
Call us at 0172007660.
Located at Pelangi Damansara (near The Curve, IKEA )
Christopher Chew Says:
19 December 2013 at 11:53 pm.
I’m an IGCSE teacher specializing in the following subjects:
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Additional Mathematics, ICT, Combined Science, Business Studies, Economics and Travel & Tourism.
I conduct my classes around KL and PJ area and will be available for afternoon, night or weekend classes.I cover both IGCSE O Levels and A Levels (CIE)
I was previously a Medical Scientist before tutoring for 14 years and hold an MBA(Entrepreneurship), Degree (Management), Diploma (Medical Laboratory Science).
I’m willing to assist students/parents to also get the students to enroll for the exam in British Council and will provide a testimonial for students who needs it as a prove that the student has completed his/her studies and wants to enroll into college/university.
My fees are very reasonable and I’m willing to work together with my students to achieve a good result in IGCSE and also CIE.
Please contact Chris Chew @ 0122752196. If I don’t answer, an sms will also be good and I will return call once I’m available.
Sharanraj Says:
20 December 2013 at 3:10 pm.
What is the difference between a school and homeschool??will my entrance for universities will be affected if I do my igcse as a private candidate??
Norm shah Says:
24 December 2013 at 9:56 am.
Hai all…
I need homeschooling private tutor for Cambridge IGCSE exam in Shah Alam Selangor. Any suggestion?
Best regards,
Norm Shah
koo Says:
24 December 2013 at 11:28 am.
Is there any igcse center in penang?
Carol Says:
27 December 2013 at 2:43 pm.
Hi just want to enquire, any homeschooling school in JB with australian sylb. Thanks
Thoo Says:
2 January 2014 at 11:13 pm.
We are a team of IGCSE & A Level teachers specializing in the following subjects:Accounting, Economics, Mathematics & English
We conduct our classes around KL Cheras, Sg Long, TTDI & Mont Kiara area and will be available for afternoon, night or weekend classes.
Experienced and Results Orientated Teachers with professional qualifications and masters degree, Student Top Achievers, Reasonable rates – CONTACT: Thoo (Mr) 017-5193162
kamlin Says:
3 January 2014 at 11:37 am.
Hello everyone! Happy New Year!
Our timetable for 2014 classes at The Maths Centre is out now.
We aqre offering IGCSE Yr10 and Yr 11 Additional Maths Classes as well as Alevels CIE Classes in Further Maths /Maths etc.
.
Classes begins mid jan 2014.
Please feel free to contact us for details.
contact 0356380204 or kamlin@themathscentre.com
dava Says:
7 January 2014 at 2:06 am.
Hi All! Happy New Year 2014!
We are a new homeschooling centre in bandar puteri klang. We already have 2 students and can cater for 8 more students from level 7 onwards. If anyone is interested, please feel free to call me at 0122032710. Thanks and have a great year!
Nani Says:
16 January 2014 at 2:51 pm.
Hi, my daughter doing IGCSE May exam this year for Biology and Bahasa Melayu as a second language. We are new at this and I’m confused as to what papers should we take for both subjects? I looked at past years exam papers and the numbers are confusing (example: paper 21, paper 22, what do they mean?)
Wembley Academy Says:
26 January 2014 at 10:13 pm.
Dear parents,
We offer full time Cambridge IGCSE programme and tuition classes catering for 8 to 17 years old students. We have qualified IGCSE tutors from international schools and native English teachers, all with more than 10 years experience. Location: Sri Petaling. For more information, feel free to contact us at 013-3613818 OR visit our website at http://wembleyedu.wix.com/igcsehomeschool
Alice Thai Says:
4 February 2014 at 3:20 pm.
Dear parents, I am a full time home tutor who had teaching experience more than 10 years from Standard 1 to Form 5 and IGCSE Mathematic in Cheras and Ampang area. Kindly email me at alicethai@hotmail.com if interested.
Merlynna Says:
5 February 2014 at 2:14 am.
Hi, I will be home-schooling my 6 year old daughter from September 2014. Anyone around the Bangsar / Damansara / Mont Kiara area brave enough to provide moral support? Also, does anyone know of any home-school group/network around the same area. Or even organisations that specialise in providing home school support.
Will be needing all the help I can get.
Many thanks!
New Pathway Centre ,Kuching Says:
5 February 2014 at 8:16 pm.
Dear parents,
We offer full time Cambridge IGCSE programme and tuition classes catering for 8 to 19 years old students in Kuching, Sarawak. We have qualified IGCSE teachers & are using the latest Eduseeds programme from Christian Education Network.
For more information, feel free to contact us at 082-232622 / 016-8903349.
Malliga Says:
21 February 2014 at 12:06 pm.
Hi,
my girl 7 years and staying in Serdang, now in kebangasaan school, I would like to sent for home schooling…please assist me…
Cyntia Says:
25 February 2014 at 4:30 pm.
Dear all,
I teach Mathematics and Science for Secondary students, SPM or IGCSE level. I am able to tutor around KL and Selangor area.
Please call me at 014-9138169 or email odiyanam27@yahoo.com for more information.
Thoo Says:
3 March 2014 at 9:11 am.
Dear Parents
ACCOUNTING
If you need home school support for your child in IGCSE or A Levels (Cambridge or Edexcel)ACCOUNTING, look no further …. One to one or small group, Intensive Revision before exams available.
Experienced and Results Orientated Teacher with professional qualifications and masters degree, Record of Top Achievers, Reasonable rates – CONTACT: Thoo (Mr) 017-5193162
christabel Says:
5 March 2014 at 2:45 pm.
This is for Nani.
The IGCSE Biology (and Physics, Chemistry too).
Students sit for 3 papers.
Paper 1 (compulsory)- multiple choice, 40 questions, 45 min.
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Paper 2 or 3 (either one)
Paper 2 is a core paper, where the maximum grade is C even if full marks are scored. The content is less and easier. Questions are shorter.
Paper 3 in an extended paper. students have to study both core and extended material (this is indicated in the textbooks). The paper is harder and covers more content. Students can score the maximum A*.
Practical paper. There are a few – coursework, lab exam (paper 5)or alternative to practical(paper 6). Only choose one. Most students choose paper 6 especially because there are not many qualified examiners in Malaysia and it requires good labs & sufficient staff. So you would register for paper 6 (alternative to practical).
Please download the syllabus from CIE which has all the details. A sample paper is included. download the syllabus for the year the child is sitting for the exam as there are some updates from year to year.the CIE student website also has a good guide for each subject.
Registration for May/June is in mid January (maybe earlier in Brit. Council). And for Oct/Nov its in May (usually 6 months earlier)
kamlin Says:
8 April 2014 at 12:48 pm.
Hello…
we are conducting free online exam seminars for alevels a2 maths exam.. p3 pure maths and m1 mechanics.. early next month.
please let your kids and friends who are taking these exams know.
Places online are limited and a simple registration is required.
go here…http://www.themathscentre.com/webinar-for-2014-cie-maths-exam-revisions/
for the rest of the igcse students and their parent… you can find the full teaching videos for igcse add maths on our site..too.
peace and best wishes to all
kamlin
kamlin@themathscentre.com
Thomas K Says:
2 May 2014 at 5:47 pm.
Emmanuel Learning Academy at Bandar Puteri, Puchong offers a character-based Christian home-schooling curriculum for the primary years and prepares children for IGCSE subsequently. Contact the Principal, Mr. Lai, at 012-3899215 for more information.
Chan Pang Chin Says:
6 May 2014 at 12:37 am.
I provide excellent coaching, especially remedial coaching to all SPM STPM IGCSE and A Levels students, individually or in small groups, in all Maths and Physics subjects offered by all boards. Kindly book your slot by calling 0123748562
MdmTeh Says:
10 May 2014 at 11:42 am.
I am looking for a homeschooling centre apparently is call Able learning centre in OUG, if anyone know about this centre please provide contact no. or location of the centre.
TQ
Utam Singh Says:
13 May 2014 at 2:08 am.
I’m staying in KULIM, Kedah. Is there any centre/person offering tuition for IGSCSE here? Any help regarding this matter is most welcome and greatly appreciated. Thank you !
Chan Pang Chin Says:
13 May 2014 at 7:40 pm.
I am a very effective coach in all maths and physics subjects at the IGCSE and A Levels. Rates are reasonable. Individual or small group preferred. Available to conduct revision seminars. Please contact me at 0123748562 or e-mail me at chanpion01@hotmail.com. Visit http://chanacademicadvisor.com
Shukran Says:
19 May 2014 at 10:23 am.
Hi. I am staying in Putrajaya and intend to get my son (currently 12) to prepare and later on sit for IGCSE. Please do share if there is any home tutor or tuition center covering IGCSE syllabus around or near to Putrajaya. Thanks
Wong Says:
20 May 2014 at 11:08 pm.
I am looking for igcse malay language tutor who can teach 2 hrs a week to a group of 20 students. Experience in answering igcse malay papers is necessary. Please write to me at adminfinance@aim-college.org.
Alia Says:
23 May 2014 at 9:43 pm.
Hi, I am a parent of twins both hv been diagnosed as mild dyslexia. Because of my work requirements I had to come back to Msia and it was rather trying period getting to right school for the boys. I was recommended to Q Akademi in taman tun dr Ismail by another parent. My children are in year 10 and I simply must say that they are doing fine in their studies. The
Dedication of the teachers is simply beyond comparison. The approach and the individual attention given to each and
Every student makes this home school,centre different. I h I ploughed the idea of previously putting them in international schools I hv discovered that personalized attention is far greater than large academies that Cater for many many children.
From time to time I am reassured that my children come home with an enthusiasm that I didn’t see in the UK. Q Akademi
Is located in taman tun dr Ismail. Tel Ms Lilian Tan 0122224043.
Grace Says:
27 May 2014 at 2:27 pm.
Hi,
Do you know any home school learning centre in the area of PJ, Mid Valley, Kepong or Taman Tun or Bandar sri damansara. My son is 8 years old and plan to do IGCSE at later stage. I have been to Arrows and Grace, all seats are full.
I am looking for classroom type of teaching environment due to young age of my kid.
Thanks
Emelyn Says:
27 May 2014 at 7:41 pm.
Hi, it’s Emelyn here. I’m currently preparing for my coming IGCSEs which will be held in October this year, and I would like to know where I can get hardcopies of Past Year Papers. I was told there’s one in SS15, Subang Jaya but I have no idea about the exact location. Can somebody enlighten me on this subject? A reply is very much appreciated.
DAVID BC TAN Says:
27 May 2014 at 10:59 pm.
Hi Emelyn. Most people who are connected go online to get the help you are looking for. Try these http://www.xtremepapers.com/ or http://freeexampapers.com/
You can find ALL past year questions and answers here. Avoid hard copies. Save trees. And save money.
David Tan
Iris Wong Says:
4 June 2014 at 11:04 am.
Hi… I am staying in Ampang, and is currently looking for learning centre for my daughter that will be turning 13 next year. I prefer to let her pursue IGCSE. Any centre within Ampang or Cheras will be good.
Sukumaran Govindan Says:
1 July 2014 at 6:59 pm.
Hi, I’m looking for learning centres for my son – he is in Form 3 now and I have suggested to him to go for IGSCE after his PT3. Is there any centre some where in Klang area. Thank you
kelvin Says:
5 July 2014 at 2:59 pm.
I had a 14 years old son currently taking international school year 8 studies.
We stay in Kemuning Utama.
Do you provide any home tuition that suitable for my son mainly 3 subjects..english; science and maths.
kindly advice or help to recomments.
Thanks
motherquery Says:
10 July 2014 at 3:48 pm.
I was planning to send my son to Havil School in Brickfields to do the AOP program. Seems that they obtained the Cambridge International License and are now campaigning their students to go towards that instead of AOP. What I don’t like about this school is that we are paying a ‘International’ school fee whilst there is really no facility to start with. They say it is a ‘green school’ so they can get away with the canteen being outdoors (no aircon) and no proper walkway for students when it rains! There is no school hall and no proper library facilities as well. How can they justify the charges for RM25,450 for the 1st year (3K non refundable registration and 7k deposit) whereas there is no facility to start with! In comparison, SRI NOBLE which is much more established only charges RM15,800 (3K non refundable registration and 5k deposit). At least SRI NOBLE has the facilities, classroom, library, halls, labs, proper cafeterias to back up the charges and it is much CHEAPER!!)
Promises of expansion were set a few months back according to some parents i met but NOTHING has materialised except for the school office so far?? Speaking to the brothers in Lutheran church, they also said that there is NO plans to lease any other building to the school thus far! So whats going on? There must be integrity and the follow up of promises. Don’t just raise up prices for the sake of your own deep pockets and don’t take advantage of parents who are genuinely trying to make ends meet for their children….
motherquery Says:
10 July 2014 at 4:43 pm.
Sorry, Forgot to add another term for SRI NOBLE so the total is actually RM22,900 NOT RM15.8K. Still cheaper then HAVIL school!
Mas E Says:
12 July 2014 at 6:36 pm.
My son will be taking his Year 9 checkpoint in October and I’m looking for maths teacher to help him with the revision of Yr 7- Yr 9 for the next 2 months. I’m staying in Subang Jaya.
Wenny Says:
14 July 2014 at 1:37 pm.
Hi,
Appreciate if someone will let me know where can I find any homeschooling teaching ACE syllabus ?
Thank you very much.
Wenny
richard Says:
15 July 2014 at 12:21 am.
I agree with your assessment on Havil School in Brickfields motherquery! I went for the open day and the facilities there are hopeless and they have a nerve to charge us such a high fee for their school. From what I gather, they have zero experience in running the school and the teachers are not qualified as well. Too expensive and run down facilities. Their green concept is a sorry excuse to not provide better facilities to students as well. Better off in other schools. Give this a miss people.
Elaine Says:
23 July 2014 at 1:29 pm.
Yes i agree with your assessment of Havil as well. I know parents from the school who have pulled their kids out halfway thru their semester and many more who will be taking their children out of Havil due to the high fees and inconsistent promises of the owner. It’s really sad. From what I heard, the current AOP students will be placed at smaller rooms in the church behind so that they don’t inter fear with the international license cambridge students! talk about cast out!
Eliz Says:
24 July 2014 at 12:10 am.
Hi Wenny. You can look at Grace as they will be introducing the ACE program back into their system as well.
Mr.Rajesh Says:
29 July 2014 at 9:02 pm.
Dear parents and students who are doing igcse, kindly contact me at 010-2122 998 if you need home tutor in selangor and kl area especially for science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, add maths and bahasa melayu. I am quite free in the morning of weekdays. I am keen to help those who need help especially if you are a slow learner and have difficulty to understand your lessons. Also for those who will be sitting for exam soon.
Cyntia Says:
5 August 2014 at 1:14 pm.
Dear all,
I teach Mathematics and Science for Secondary students, SPM or IGCSE level. I am able to tutor around Shah Alam, Klang area. Please call me at 014-9138169 or email odiyanam27@yahoo.com for more information.
Evelyn Says:
5 August 2014 at 2:01 pm.
Is there a homeschooling centre teaching icgse in Penang Island? Downtown would be best. Tia.
Evelyn Says:
5 August 2014 at 2:02 pm.
Looking for homeschooling centre teaching icgse in Penang Island? Downtown would be best. Tia.
Nanthaamani Says:
12 August 2014 at 2:14 pm.
dear sir / mdm,
Im looking for a homeschool centre around puchong. kindly help me
Richard Says:
21 August 2014 at 12:43 am.
Praise the lord. I am about to go next week for the registration at Havil. You have saved me
Thoo Says:
26 August 2014 at 3:56 pm.
Dear All, INTENSIVE REVISION for IGCSE November/ December 2014 Examination – ACCOUNTING Subject available at only RM300 per student – visit http://www.qprxcel.com Tel: 0175193162 for SUCCESS ahead. ( Other Subjects – Economics and Business Studies )
Sha Says:
26 August 2014 at 4:11 pm.
Hi..I would like to register my child who is 6 years old in Grace Resource Centre. I am puzzled between Chinese school or homeschooling? Please semd me your comments. Thanks ..Really appreciate it.
HM Says:
27 August 2014 at 11:28 pm.
Homeschool is a tuition centre based education where they adopt international syllabus eg IGSCE, AOP and etc. It is not a school recognised by the government although it is considered private. Private schools are recognised by the government whether it is conducted under the national syllabus or international syllabus eg IGSCE.
Chinese schools consist of private or government national chinese schools. Private Chinese schools are normally funded by the private sectors, individuals, guilds and etc. Government Chinese schools adopt national syllabus and two subjects Maths and Science are conducted in Chinese while Kebangsaan type schools conduct the two subjects in Malay. If you wish your child to learn and speak Chinese well and be disciplined, Chinese school is the option. Only setback is the regimented way of doing things and rigorous learning. IGSCE syllabus will be more robust and help the creativity and command of English for the child. The challenge for IGSCE is getting the right teachers to give your child the proper attention and tuition.
HM Says:
27 August 2014 at 11:35 pm.
The other consideration is the social support unlike in a large school environment and the discipline your child will require under tuition centre based education environment. Please ensure the centre is able to issue your child a school leaving certificate as it is important for the future when they apply to other schools or institutions of higher learning.
HM Says:
27 August 2014 at 11:41 pm.
If you send your child to a Chinese school, you may to consider to enrol him for a English subject under the tuition centre based education. In that way, you can mediate the gap. Private secondary schools like Wesley Methodist School adopts the national syllabus but there are 3 additional subjects conducted under IGSCE ie English, Maths and Science. You may to check out Stella Maris School as well.
DAVID BC TAN Says:
29 August 2014 at 10:44 pm.
HM, Thank you for replying to queries about education. But I must offer my correction to your comments.
Homeschool is certainly NOT tuition centre learning. If you or anyone has done even a cursory reading of the posts and articles or resources found on this site, you would know that the very word HOMESCHOOL assumes education that takes place in the home where parents educate their own children. The HOME is our children’s ‘school’ but a centre or a school cannot be our children’s HOME.
Where learning takes place in a centre – whether certain so-called “homeschool” curricula are used – this is simply education in a learning centre. It is surely useful, helpful and beneficial in many ways to children who are presently enrolled in these centres – but it would be dishonest to call it homeschool. It is not homeschool as we know it, no matter how often operators or church organisations describe their learning centres this way.
There are many reasons why parents like myself educate our own children. One reason is of course the poor state of education in the country. But above all, as parents, we believe that education is also chiefly about influence – whether it is influence to develop life long learning, life attitudes, values both moral and spiritual. Therefore, it makes good sense to be our children’s educators because we have the time and place to influence our own children for the better. Whatever the arguments may be (and there are arguments), homeschooling or education at home provides the quality of personal attention and the necessary quantity of time for parents to achieve our holistic goals.
So, if your child decides to homeschool, you are saying NO to learning in a tuition centre or ‘homeschool centre” which doesn’t take place in the home. You are saying NO to schooling where teaching is primarily conducted by someone who is NOT your children’s parents. We love what we are doing, and we advocate this kind of parenting-education because we have seen the benefits and we have no regrets.
Florence tanivill Says:
8 September 2014 at 12:51 am.
Hi I’m looking for a IGSCE English home tutor for my 11 year old daughter. We live in Mt kiara. Do you have any experience tutors who could come to our home. Regards
The Language Studio Says:
9 September 2014 at 3:35 pm.
We have started our IGCSE Programme which will commence on January 2015. From October 2014-December 2014 we will also have a Bridging programme with core subjects. All our teachers have over 10-15 years experience while out centre has been around for 15 years. Please prefer to The Sun 09/09/2014 on a write up about us as well as our ad on pages SO2 and SO7. We have 3 centres located in Kota Damansara, Desa Sri Hartamas, and Ampang. You can also look us up on Facebook (The Language Studio) or on our website http://www.thelanguagestudio.net/.
Raymond Hew Says:
13 September 2014 at 1:53 pm.
Dear parents
We are an IGCSE academy in Puchong Puteri offering grade 6-11.
Very affordable and using open classroom teaching with subjects teachers.
For more infos kindly contact Irene 018-299 8000
January 2015 intake in progress.
http://rightbridge.com.my
https://www.facebook.com/www.rightbridge.com.my
Mr Oon Says:
15 September 2014 at 12:31 pm.
Edujourney offers lower secondary education (11-15 yrs) leading up to IGCSE (14 yrs onwards).
We envy what homeschoolers do everyday and strive to provide a family-like environment for our students.
We’re located in Pelangi Damansara.
(Near Bandar Utama, Taman Tun, The Curve, Kota D’sara, Hartamas, Mont Kiara)
Call us 017 2007660
Chris Chew Says:
16 September 2014 at 5:22 pm.
I’m an IGCSE teacher specializing in the following subjects:
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Additional Mathematics, ICT, Combined Science, Business Studies, Economics and Travel & Tourism.
I conduct my classes around KL and PJ area and will be available for afternoon, night or weekend classes.I cover both IGCSE O Levels and A Levels (CIE)
I was previously a Medical Scientist before tutoring for 14 years and hold an MBA(Entrepreneurship), Degree (Management), Diploma (Medical Laboratory Science).
I’m willing to assist students/parents to also get the students to enroll for the exam in British Council and will provide a testimonial for students who needs it as a prove that the student has completed his/her studies and wants to enroll into college/university.
My fees are very reasonable and I’m willing to work together with my students to achieve a good result in IGCSE and also CIE.
Please contact Chris Chew @ 0122752196. If I don’t answer, an sms will also be good and I will return call once I’m available. – See more at: http://homeschoolhomefrontier.com/resources/homeschool-and-igcse#sthash.pMt6viLH.dpuf
Dr. kd Says:
16 September 2014 at 11:34 pm.
Hi there everyone. Given the fact that the Oct November igcse is around the corner, I will be able to assist your son/daughter in answering all the past year papers for both Biology and Chemistry. I do provide home tuition on these two subjects. For further enquiries please email me at amctutorpart1@gmail.com.
Kohkila Says:
16 September 2014 at 11:41 pm.
HI my daughter 14y/o is home schooled. She has now arrived at the IGCSE start. I am having trouble finding proper tutors for Chemistry and Biology and possibly Sociology subjects in JOHOR BAHRU. If you know of anybody PLEASE let me know. She plans to sit for the exams in 2015..its coming soon! Thank you.
Angie Says:
18 September 2014 at 12:11 pm.
I have 6yr old going to Standard 1 next year. Having a tough time deciding to enrol to chinese or kebangsaan school. He speaks and understand zero Malay and chinese. Accademically know lesser than sny 6yrs old as he has no interest in reading and partly as parents fault for not cultivating the study interest. Any cdntres or school around kepong or segambut area that I can look into? Would Love to home school my kid but unfortunately I can’t afford not to work and be home all the time. Desperate
DAVID BC TAN Says:
18 September 2014 at 3:09 pm.
Hi Angie, Thanks for the email. I appreciate your predicament and I know it appears to be impossible to find a solution. You are not alone If you go to our Facebook page (HOMEFRONTIER) you can join in the conversation where your query has been posted, and perhaps find help and further advice. Cheers. David Tan
LINNA Says:
24 September 2014 at 3:13 pm.
Hi Good Day,
I have a 6years old boy going to Standard 1 next year. I am looking for IGCSE academy in Puchong. I heard there is one at Setia Walk Puchong. Can anybody provide me the information on this center. Thank you
SoonSin Says:
24 September 2014 at 5:09 pm.
My daughter is in std6 ths year, i am looking home school for her to year 7 next year. We stay in PJ old town section 3, is there any home scool available there? Please help.
Asha Says:
25 September 2014 at 2:02 pm.
seeking employment . can start asap. exposed in educational field for more than 12 years. currently unemployed. moved from cheras to johor. exposed to cambridge and national syllabus.
contact no ; 0197095100
Rubiyah yusof Says:
29 September 2014 at 9:34 pm.
My daughter who is 13 yrs old is homeschooling and has a private tutor teaching her history and geography using IGCSE syllabus. Anyone interested to join her would be welcomed. The lesson is done in Taman Melawati. Please contact me, my email
rubiyahyusof@yahoo. Com
Bella Says:
1 October 2014 at 6:32 pm.
Hi my name is Bella and I am currently 16 years old. Turning 17 soon. I have a family issue and would maybe move to Kuala Lumpur next year. I would like to go homeschooling but I worry that I may not be able to catch up. Are we suppose to get tutors for each subject or go to a homeschool centre and learn all subjects there ? I am really confused but very interested in homeschooling. Can anyone tell me how it works ? I’ve been in a public secondary school since 13 and if I go to a homeschool now, will I be able to follow up ?
DAVID BC TAN Says:
2 October 2014 at 2:10 pm.
Hi Bella,
Homeschooling is self-education, mostly taking place at home (some parents have outside tuition for specific subjects like music, dance, add math, etc).
First you have to decide: What do you want to do with your education path? At 17, you’re likely preparing for college. Do you intend to go to college? If so, then you must begin by asking what kind of requirements colleges want from you. If you want, you could choose the route of IGCSE O Level. If you are not an academic book-study sort of person, check out courses that match your interests or talents/ambitions.
But either way, you need passion and commitment to go the whole way and complete the course. If you have had no previous discipline of self-study, you might want to enroll in a learning centre that offers IGCSE. Possibly 1-2 years of preparation. Do some research online to find out where those centers are located, what the tuition costs are; find out what minimum/maximum number of subjects to sit for, and to pass; then just get going and and chase after your dream.
Cheers,
David Tan
amctutor Says:
3 October 2014 at 10:56 pm.
Hi I am a biology and a chemistry tutor. I am attached to various international school as a part time tutor. If anyone interested in looking for a biology and chemistry tutor, kindly email me at amctutorpart1@gmail.com
Jaya Prakash Says:
8 October 2014 at 9:23 pm.
For IGCSE ACCOUNTING intensive revision-home tuition one to one available by 20 years experienced private college lecturer/tutor. Call Mr Jaya 012-216-7597
nura Says:
12 October 2014 at 11:36 am.
Hi, I am Nura. We provide a home schooling around kota kemuning. Anyone interested or need more info can call me at 0172958699 or 0162539926 (nicky). Thanks
raji Says:
12 October 2014 at 11:28 pm.
Hi! My daughter is 10yrs old. I live in Kajang and looking any available homeschools. Ive found one- Hossanah Learning- but they are using eduseed programme i.e virtual learning. Im not too convinced with virtual learning environment.
DAVID BC TAN Says:
13 October 2014 at 10:14 am.
Hello Raji. Homeschooling is parents teaching their children at home. I don’t have a listf learning centres but you should try asking on Facebook. There’s several homeschooling networks – Homefrontier, Malaysian homeschooling Network (MHsN) and Learning Beyond Schooling that might have people with contacts.
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Ann Says:
21 October 2014 at 12:13 pm.
I’m a home tutor for Igcse /O levels in English. I offer one-to-one home tuition in the following areas.
- putrajaya
- cyberjaya
- equine park
- puchong
- puncak jalil
- bandar kinrara
Kindly email me at anita_lim2004@yahoo.com for more information. Or call 016-2747743.
Mr Lai Says:
21 October 2014 at 3:34 pm.
Dear interested parents,
Emmanuel Learning Academy offers Cambridge Primary and Secondary IGCSE “O” level. It is open now for 2015 registration.
Location : Bandar Puteri, Puchong
Enquiry : 012-3899215
Cyntia Says:
27 October 2014 at 9:43 am.
Hai All,
I teach Mathematics and Science for Secondary students, SPM or IGCSE level. I am able to tutor around Shah Alam, Klang area. Please call me at 014-9138169 or email odiyanam27@yahoo.com for more information.
Pathway PJ Says:
31 October 2014 at 1:48 am.
We are a Cambridge IGCSE Centre-base School for Children of age 6 to 17 and enrichment learning centre
for Cambridge English YLE, Maths and Science. We represent EduSeeds and Learning Box in our education programmed. Our centre is located in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. For enquiry and visitation, please contact 019.220.3643 or 019.330.6637
liqing soo Says:
9 November 2014 at 10:56 am.
Raji,
You may want to find out Wisdom Spring run ACE programme, at putra kajang.Or English Avenue at C180(near Aeon ,balakong).
Xin Mei Says:
12 November 2014 at 11:47 pm.
Hi , i am 14 , i am in a national school currently . I wanted to go for IGCSE tuition or any home schooling , or tutor near puchong for my convenient .
karen marc Says:
14 November 2014 at 4:01 pm.
Any ACE centres in Penang? Looking for one to seek some advice. Thank you.
Viji Says:
18 November 2014 at 11:55 am.
Dear parents
Q Akademi Learning Centre located in Taman Tun Dr Ismail offers full time IGCSE programme from year 7 to year 11.
For further enquiries kindly contact Ms Lilian Tan @ 0122224043/0377313468
davagandhi suppiah Says:
21 November 2014 at 4:44 pm.
Hi All! We are a new homeschooling centre in klang. We already have 4 students and can cater for 8 more students from level 7 onwards. If anyone is interested, please feel free to call me at 0122032710. Thanks
Belinda Says:
21 November 2014 at 5:24 pm.
Hi, want to know more about eduseeds program. anyone using this can provide feedback? TIA
Pathway PJ Says:
22 November 2014 at 10:15 pm.
Hi Belinda
About EduSeeds program. Call me at 019.2203643 Lillian.
Judy Says:
24 November 2014 at 7:19 am.
My son is 14 years old now. He is studying in government school now. I’m looking for a good centre for him to study IGCSE. May I know the difference of IGCSE & AOP & ACE?
If my son results not good, it is very hard for him to take IGCSE?
I’m staying in Cheras. Please advise me. Thanks a lot!
nura Says:
27 November 2014 at 6:10 pm.
We provide homeschooling in Kota Kemuning area. Singapore syllabus, with UK syllabus incorporated. It starts with Primary. We also cater for pre-school. Also, special needs. Call us for details; Nura 017 295 8699, Nicky 016 253 9926 or Efa Tan 017 335 5338.
Li-Cheng Says:
29 November 2014 at 6:42 pm.
Dear Parents,
We are a learning centre located in PJ offering full-time IGCSE programme for year 7. We also cater for year 5/6. For further information kindly view our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/curiosityedu or contact Li-Cheng at 012 3973745
Raymond Says:
1 December 2014 at 2:34 am.
Dear parents
We are an IGCSE academy in Puchong Puteri accepting grade 6-11.
Very affordable with experience teachers.
For more infos kindly contact Ms Irene 018-299 8000
January 2015 intake in progress.
http://rightbridge.com.my
https://www.facebook.com/Rightbridge.Puchong
Raymond Hew Says:
3 December 2014 at 10:51 pm.
Dear Parents
Looking for private school in Puchong?
Rightbridge Academy Puchong prepares students for Cambridge IGCSE ‘O’ level examinations. Welcome inquiry: +6018 299 8000 IRENE.
http://www.rightbridge.com.my/
FB https://www.facebook.com/Rightbridge.Puchong
Lillian Says:
10 December 2014 at 12:05 pm.
Hi Judy.
What do you mean by poor results? Did he do badly because he’s playful or because he has learning difficulties? Sometimes, the learning environment is responsible. Why don’t you call Q Academy at 012 222 4043? Speak to the principal, Mrs Tan. She may be able to advise you.
Poongga Says:
20 December 2014 at 10:59 pm.
Oneness Academy 0192823089.
Offering IGCSE. Excellent teachers!
HJ Says:
23 December 2014 at 5:59 pm.
I have a 13-year old son who is studying in a government school. Would like to know if there is any learning centre for IGCSE English in Cheras.
Esther Says:
25 December 2014 at 5:52 pm.
Hi Oneness Academy offer IGCSE Syllabus in USJ 9.
Excellent Teachers!
Ann Says:
29 December 2014 at 4:08 pm.
I’m a home tutor for Igcse /O levels in English and English Literature. Will prepare students for Checkpoint and Yr 11 exams. I offer one-to-one home tuition in the following areas.
- Putrajaya
- Cyberjaya
- Equine Park
- Puchong (any part)
- Puncak Jalil
- Bandar Kinrara
Kindly email me at anita_lim2004@yahoo.com for more information. Or call 016-2747743.
- See more at: http://homeschoolhomefrontier.com/resources/homeschool-and-igcse#sthash.bB2yrfPi.dpuf
alexenderier Says:
6 January 2015 at 1:44 pm.
Hi,
Anyone could probably advise me more about IGCSE ? My son is 13 this year and he is entering SMK school but i am considering should I transfer him to IGCSE. Thanks !!
Sue Ryder Says:
7 January 2015 at 2:05 pm.
We have just completed our O-Level in June 2014. We now have Second hand IGCSE O-Level workbook, textbooks, passed years papers for sale (Maths, Physics, Biology & Chemistry. Interested please sms me at 013-2340469 (Ms Sue. Thanks.
Jane Lim Says:
7 January 2015 at 4:01 pm.
Kurnia Academy IGCSE Full Time Form 1 (11/12/13 old students) starting in Jan 2015. Affordable fee & effective.
Please contact Jane 012 6699205
June Says:
8 January 2015 at 8:32 am.
Hi, I’m looking for a homeschool centre around Sri Damansara & kepong area. Thanks.
Yong Says:
11 January 2015 at 5:48 pm.
My son is currently studying in an international school. However, I am re considering the option of teaching him at home. He is currently in year 8. For parents who homeschool their children, how do you carry out science experiments? I can manage the other topics but his forte is science and I find that the current school may not be suited to his needs.
thank you
V Learning Academy Says:
12 January 2015 at 11:37 am.
Dear parents,
We are established home schooling in Setia Alam (Shah Alam) for past 10 years. We are providing classes from Y1 to Y11. We do have some social activities for students too. Qualified and experinced lecturer,Internal assesment available,check point 6 & 9 available, Effective result in IGCSE ,reasonable price, food available upon request & transport available for Klang Valley.Kindly contact Dr.Rajavarman at 016-6303813. Thank you for your support.
Daniel Loh Says:
15 January 2015 at 12:52 pm.
Dear all,
We are a centre based in Johor Bahru and we do offer IGCSE classes from Year 7 to Year 10. You may find out more information from our website: http://www.renownacademy.com.
Please feel free to contact me at daniel@renownacademy.com or call us at 07-380 6111.
Thank you.
linda Says:
16 January 2015 at 9:37 am.
Has anyone heard about Inspiros learning academy. I have heard may horrible things about them. Wonder if it is true? Anyone has anything to say about them?
Mr Lai Says:
16 January 2015 at 1:49 pm.
Dear parents,
Emmanuel Learning Academy offers Cambridge Primary and Secondary IGCSE “O” level.
The Academy school terms has started and it is open for 2015 registration. Location : Bandar Puteri, Puchong
Enquiry : 012-3899215
Dr IVG Says:
20 January 2015 at 8:12 am.
Hi, I am an expatriate University Physics professor with more than 25 years experience in teaching Physics and Mathematics for IGCSE, AQA, Edexcel programs, including University level subjects. I am providing private tuition in KL, Seradang. Seri Kembangan and Kajang areas. My students achieved high results in the past. Credentials can be provided upon request. Free student evaluation session provided. If you need help please contact Dr IVG at 012-2514254. You can send an SMS / Whatsapp / Line message for other inquires.
Barbie Says:
24 January 2015 at 10:09 am.
Can a Malaysian student who has O-levels qualifications from Singapore register to take IGCSE A-levels as private candidate in Malaysia? Thank you.
Ummi Shamsudin Says:
25 January 2015 at 10:07 am.
Need tutor for grade 8 IGCSE’s subjects. Location: Putrajaya
Feedback much appteciated
Celya Says:
27 January 2015 at 5:15 pm.
Hi All.
Just following the thread and am responding to Judy.
Judy, I was a teacher in Grace Resource Centre, so I am familiar with the AOP, I was sent for ACE Training so I a familiar with ACE and I have actually been teaching IGCSE First Language English for a while now, and just started on Cambridge Math & Science so am familiar with their syllabus and style too now. My eldest daughter is 15 this year and started out at national school and she was the reason we started the whole Homeschool journey (we pulled her out when it got too much for us – if you want to know more I have already written about it on my blog piece about it if you want to know the story http://evergreenhomelearning.blogspot.com/2015/01/the-homeschool-dilemma-how-i-became.html ). We used the AOP curriculum because Grace was using it, and I eventually started out my two younger girls on it too. I started teaching at the centre when my youngest was 6, as she was an advanced reader, and by the time I left last year – I had personal exposure to the AOP curriculum from Grade 1-9. The centre also chose me as one of the 2 teachers they sent for ACE Training, as they were preparing to shift to ACE in 2015. So I got a personal look into the ACE system too.
AOP is a VERY RICH curriculum – lots of facts and it’s all narrated to the child. The child must be a VERY strong reader to cope. Otherwise, the parent or teacher has a LOT of explaining to do along with the readings. Not that the child can do it totally on their own. In fact, AOP is actually a good balance of independent learning and gives plenty of opportunity for a parent to be involved. It sparks lots of discussions and research and talks. BUT, it is a VERY INTENSIVE program as the grades advance because it gets very text heavy. It isn’t designed for a child to do it totally on their own. A knowledgeable parent or supervisor (who should probably read the materials along with the child or before the child attempts it) is a MUST. AOP was designed for a HOMESCHOOL environment, ie with one-to-one contact with an adult in mind.
ACE is an actual ‘school-oriented’ curriculum. BUT with individual learning already incorporated into the ‘school system’. The books are more straightforward and less teacher support is required in comparison to the AOP program. However, the material is presented very differently from the AOP set. Some criticism of it is that is very ‘outdated’ in terms of a global outlook and relevance to the way the live in the world today. Some compromise seems to be made in terms of depth for the social studies to enable the greater level of independence.
AOP is Christian but maintains a more liberal view of social studies, and science. Facts are presented without significant bias or opinions. I had students who had done AOP up to Grade 6 (completed Grade 6 Math and Science especially) successfully bridge into the Year 7 IGCSE syllabus without a problem. There will always be adjustment when switching systems, but these kids adjusted really fast. I had kids from Chinese School switch to AOP and by the time they went off to IGCSE, even one year in Grade 6-7 AOP had done them a world of good.
My own eldest daughter is now bridging into the IGCSE syllabus. She completed up to Grade 8 and 9 (Math) in the AOP syllabus. I have personally decided to stick to the AOP up to Grade 6 for my younger girls because I find that the AOP books make them such critical thinkers and they are rich in knowledge about many things, and also because I like the structure. I have seen Cambridge Primary .. and the critical thinking skills and development of character in the Cambridge Primary seems too shallow for me. Kids is the Cambridge primary seem ‘mechanical’ to me compared to the kids I know who do AOP properly (that’s important – whether they do the AOP system PROPERLY).
In short, AOP seems more organic than ACE – and both are for parents who like a structured homeschool approach.
IGCSE is better than AOP for Year 7 onwards – it has recently been revised to become a more robust curriculum in terms of the way language, geography and science is presented BUT the catch is that you have to find the right Cambridge books to use from Year 7-9. THAT is where the real work is needed from the parent. Also there is the issue of whether you are going to use English as a First Language or Second Language books.
I am currently doing IGCSE year 7 to 9 with one of my previous AOP students
whose mom wanted a more homeschool approach to his education. And yes, it IS possible to use the IGCSE curriculum but have a very organic homeschool way of teaching it. We have devotions, we do fun stuff for Geography and we study Malaysian History and do timelines … and I will do this for my two younger girls in future too. We study in my home .. so we CAN do it this way. And once he is ready for IGCSE Year 10, he’ll be going off to a learning centre because they will have access to examination centres and he will need to take more subjects then. But, by stretching his years and my girls’ years in a homeschool environment .. they are gaining the personalised care and attention for just a bit longer. And when they are 16, they will have had a solid grounding to go out and finish off their secondary education in a teaching environment that is similar to college/university. In this way, I feel my kids will gain the benefit of solid early years with caring adults, and then bridge into the outside world before college.
That is my take on the whole process.
We all take different paths to get to Rome All the best.
Mdm Ng Says:
3 February 2015 at 7:57 pm.
Hi, I am looking for physic/chem/bio IGCSE home tutor for my kid who is now in year 10 (2nd term). Tutor must have experienced and well versed in IGCSE syllabus (brit curri) and currently are tutoring these students. I am staying in bandar utama, pj. Thank you.
thoo Says:
5 February 2015 at 11:48 pm.
Dear All
New Homeschooling for IGCSE commences in March 2015 – affordable, reliable and results orientated – centre in cheras. Call : 017 – 5193162 (THOO)
Sabrina Says:
6 February 2015 at 10:32 am.
Hi im giving tuition for IGCSE Malay Language. if you need extra lessons you may contact me 0126588176
Margaret Says:
6 February 2015 at 8:10 pm.
I’m looking for a tuition centre that provides intensive revision for IGCSE Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Geography in PJ area. Exam is in May/June 2015. Any recommendation please? Thank you
Arianna seow Says:
8 February 2015 at 6:07 pm.
Hi , my son is 11 yrs old. May I know how start homeschool for him?
DAVID BC TAN Says:
5 March 2015 at 1:43 pm.
Thanks so much for such a helpful reply. I am sure it will benefit parents who wonder about ACE and AOP.
Blessings,
David Tan