Five tuition centres stand out in Singapore for 2026 on what they publish: The Learning Lab for clear GST-inclusive fees and small classes, Mind Stretcher for its 30-location network from Pre-K up, Zenith Education Studio for JC subjects, Aspire Hub for Primary to JC branches near MRT, and Stepping Stones for classes of ten or fewer.
We list five centres because these are the ones whose details we could check on their own websites. Every fee, class size and address below comes from the centre itself, checked on 5 October 2026. We will add more centres as their details are verified.
Which tuition centres in Singapore are worth shortlisting in 2026?
The Learning Lab, Mind Stretcher, Zenith Education Studio, Aspire Hub and Stepping Stones Learning Centre. Each publishes enough about its levels, classes or policies for you to compare them before you call. They differ most on class size, fees and how they handle missed lessons.
| Rank | Business | Focus | Founded | Google rating | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Learning Lab | Tuition from N2 to JC2; primary English, Maths and Science (P2 to P6); mock O-Level papers for Sec 4; TLL Online P3 to Sec 4. Second centre at 309 Choa Chu Kang Ave 4 #05-03, S680309. United Square hours: Mon to Fri 1pm to 9pm | Not published | Not published | S$143.88 |
| 2 | Mind Stretcher | Tuition from Pre-K to Secondary across 30 locations; e-Study Buddy recorded lessons; up to 20% off subject bundles. | 2002 | Not published | Not published |
| 3 | Zenith Education Studio | Primary, Secondary and JC group tuition; JC classes up to 60 students, 2 hours; free trial classes; no full 1-to-1 tuition. | Not published | Not published | S$80 |
| 4 | Aspire Hub | Primary (Maths, Science, English | Not published | Not published | Not published |
| 5 | Stepping Stones Learning Centre | English, Maths and Science for P3 to Secondary, up to 10 students per class; second centre at Beauty World. | Not published | Not published | Not published |
How do these tuition centres compare?
The biggest differences are class size and fee transparency. Published class sizes run from up to 10 students at Stepping Stones to up to 60 in Zenith’s JC classes. Only The Learning Lab and Zenith publish fees; the other three are price on enquiry.
| Centre | Levels | Published class size | Published fees | Trial class | Online option |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Learning Lab | N2 to JC2 | 12 (P2), 13 (Sec 3 and 4) | S$143.88 to S$179.85 a lesson, incl. GST (P1 to Sec 4) | Yes | TLL Online, P3 to Sec 4 |
| Mind Stretcher | Pre-K to Secondary | Not stated | Price on enquiry | Not stated | e-Study Buddy recorded lessons |
| Zenith Education Studio | Primary, Secondary, JC | Up to 60 (JC) | JC S$80 to S$105 a lesson; Sec S$280 to S$720 a month (before GST) | Yes, free | Not stated |
| Aspire Hub | Primary, Secondary, JC | Not stated | Price on enquiry | Yes, free (Primary) | Through 88tuition |
| Stepping Stones Learning Centre | P3 to Secondary | Up to 10 | Price on enquiry | Not stated | Not stated |
What does each tuition centre offer?
Each centre has a different focus. The Learning Lab and Mind Stretcher cover the widest age range, Zenith is strongest on JC, Aspire Hub adds Chinese at primary level, and Stepping Stones keeps classes small in the Bukit Panjang area.
1. The Learning Lab
Facts: The Learning Lab teaches from N2 to JC2. At primary level it covers English and Maths, with Science from P2 to P6. Published class sizes are 12 students for P2 and 13 students for Sec 3 and Sec 4, where lessons run for 2 hours. Sec 4 students can sit mock O-Level papers in exam conditions, and TLL Online runs from P3 to Sec 4 on the same curriculum.
Fees: its 2025 to 2026 fee page lists, including GST, S$143.88 to S$156.42 a lesson for P1 to P4, S$158.60 to S$171.13 for P5 to P6, and S$166.77 to S$179.85 for S1 to S4. A month is 4 lessons. Registration is S$98.10, plus a S$150 deposit per subject. Billing is termly, with 3 or 6 month interest-free instalments, and students get up to 3 replacement classes per term. We did not check JC fees, so ask the centre.
Why it’s listed: it publishes the most complete fee schedule of the centres we checked, with GST already included. Who it suits: parents who want to budget precisely and prefer small classes from primary through secondary. Contact: United Square, 101 Thomson Road #03-03, Singapore 307591 (Mon to Fri 1pm to 9pm, Sat and Sun 9am to 6pm), and 309 Choa Chu Kang Ave 4 #05-03, Singapore 680309.
2. Mind Stretcher
Facts: Mind Stretcher says it has run since 2002 and teaches from Pre-K to Secondary across 30 locations. Students can watch recorded lessons on its e-Study Buddy platform. It offers up to 20% off when you bundle subjects. It publishes PSLE and O-Level 2025 results figures; these are the centre’s own figures, not independently checked.
Why it’s listed: the size of its network makes it easier to find a centre near home or school, and recorded lessons help with revision. Who it suits: families who want one provider from preschool to secondary. Fees: price on enquiry. Contact: full addresses and opening hours for every centre are on its locations page.
3. Zenith Education Studio
Facts: Zenith’s JC classes take up to 60 students and run for 2 hours. JC fees are S$80 to S$105 a lesson before GST, depending on how many subjects the student takes and when they join. Secondary fees are S$280, S$500 or S$720 a month for 1, 2 or 3 subjects, before GST. Primary needs a S$320 deposit per subject. It offers free trial classes but no full 1-to-1 tuition. Make-up lessons must be taken in the same week, and missed lessons are not refunded. It reports a 90.3% A/B rate, which is its own figure.
Why it’s listed: clear published fees and a strong JC focus. Who it suits: JC students who are comfortable in larger classes and can keep to a fixed weekly schedule. Contact: check its website for current centre addresses.
4. Aspire Hub
Facts: Aspire Hub teaches Primary, Secondary and JC. At primary level it covers Maths, Science, English and Chinese, with a free trial. Its branches sit in or next to malls near MRT or LRT stations, and online lessons run through a partnership with 88tuition. Its pages give differing branch counts, so check the current branch list on its site.
Why it’s listed: one of the few centres here to include Chinese, with branches close to public transport. Who it suits: families who want several subjects, including Chinese, under one roof. Fees: price on enquiry.
5. Stepping Stones Learning Centre
Facts: Stepping Stones teaches English, Maths and Science from P3 to Secondary, with up to 10 students per class. Its main centre is at Blk 258 Bukit Panjang Ring Rd #01-52, Singapore 670258, and it has another centre at Beauty World. The page we checked dates from about August 2025, so confirm details before enrolling.
Why it’s listed: the smallest published class size on this page. Who it suits: families in Bukit Panjang or near Beauty World who want small group classes. Fees: price on enquiry.
How much do tuition centres in Singapore cost?
From the fees these centres publish, group tuition runs from S$80 a lesson before GST (Zenith JC) to S$179.85 a lesson including GST (The Learning Lab, Sec 4). Monthly costs depend on how many lessons and subjects you book, plus registration fees and deposits.
| Centre and level | Published fee | GST | Extra charges |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Learning Lab, P1 to P4 | S$143.88 to S$156.42 a lesson | Included | S$98.10 registration, S$150 deposit per subject |
| The Learning Lab, P5 to P6 | S$158.60 to S$171.13 a lesson | Included | As above |
| The Learning Lab, S1 to S4 | S$166.77 to S$179.85 a lesson | Included | As above |
| Zenith, Secondary | S$280 / S$500 / S$720 a month (1, 2, 3 subjects) | Not included | Not stated |
| Zenith, JC | S$80 to S$105 a lesson | Not included | Not stated |
| Zenith, Primary | Price on enquiry | Not stated | S$320 deposit per subject |
At four lessons a month, The Learning Lab’s per-lesson fees work out at roughly S$576 to S$719 a month per subject, by our arithmetic. When comparing, add GST to Zenith’s figures, and remember that a cheaper lesson in a large class is a different product from a pricier lesson in a class of 12. Prices checked on 5 October 2026; fee pages are often updated for a new school year.
How did we choose these centres?
We looked for centres that publish clear, checkable facts on their own websites: levels and subjects, class sizes, fees, trial and make-up policies, and locations or online options. The order reflects how much useful information each centre publishes, not results or reviews.
We did not use star ratings, testimonials or exam results to rank centres. Where a centre publishes its own results, we say so and label them as its own figures. Centres that appear only on third-party lists, without details we could check on their own sites, are not included yet.
How should you choose a tuition centre for your child?
Start with class size and schedule, then compare total monthly cost including GST, deposits and registration. Ask about make-up lessons, book a trial where offered, and check that the centre is registered with MOE.
- Class size: a child who needs attention may do better in a class of 10 to 13 than in a class of 60.
- Total cost: ask whether fees include GST and what deposits or registration fees apply.
- Missed lessons: policies vary, from up to 3 replacement classes a term to same-week make-ups with no refund.
- Trial: The Learning Lab, Zenith and Aspire Hub offer trials.
- Registration: MOE requires private schools teaching 10 or more people to register the centre, its courses and its teachers.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tuition centre cost in Singapore?
Published fees on this page run from S$80 to S$105 a lesson before GST for Zenith JC classes, and S$143.88 to S$179.85 a lesson including GST at The Learning Lab for P1 to Sec 4. Mind Stretcher, Aspire Hub and Stepping Stones are price on enquiry.
Does a tuition centre need to be registered with MOE?
Yes, if it teaches 10 or more people. According to MOE’s guidance on registering a private school, registration covers the centre, its courses and its teachers. Ask the centre for its registration details before enrolling.
Should I choose a small class or a large class?
It depends on your child. Stepping Stones caps classes at 10 and The Learning Lab publishes 12 to 13, while Zenith’s JC classes take up to 60. Smaller classes allow more individual attention; larger ones usually cost less per lesson.
Can my child try a class first?
Yes, at some centres. The Learning Lab, Zenith Education Studio and Aspire Hub all offer a trial, and Zenith and Aspire Hub (for primary) describe theirs as free. Ask the others directly.
What happens if my child misses a lesson?
Rules differ. The Learning Lab allows up to 3 replacement classes per term. Zenith requires make-up lessons in the same week and does not refund missed lessons. Mind Stretcher students can also watch recorded lessons on e-Study Buddy.
Are there online tuition classes?
Yes. The Learning Lab runs TLL Online from P3 to Sec 4 on the same curriculum as its centres, and Aspire Hub offers online lessons through a partnership with 88tuition.