Preparatory Course For Singapore - Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level)
Take A Levels in 10 Months. Enter University!* (*Terms and conditions apply) Download Prospectus & Fees
Source: Inspire Education Centre 2023 Post-Course Evaluation – A Level
Our students have entered …
National University of Singapore
Nanyang Technological University Singapore
Singapore University of Social Sciences
University at Buffalo
Powerful A Level success stories
– Science subjects didn’t work out for him. Switching to A Level History and Business got him into a local university. [Read]
– He was not satisfied with his A Level grades in JC. At Inspire, he scored straight As for all subjects. [Read]
– Home schooler achieved 1A and 2Bs at his first A Level attempt! [Read]
– She studied overseas and was unsure if she could cope with the curriculum in Singapore. At Inspire, she passed all her subjects on her first attempt at A Levels. [Read]
– He rediscovered his aptitude and passion for English and got accepted into a Linguistics course at a local university. [Read]
– Unfamiliar with A Levels, she struggled as a private candidate. She persevered and managed to enter university after passing her A Levels on her second try. [Read]
Our satisfied students
JUN HNG
5As after retaking A Levels at Inspire
“The guidance from my tutors really motivated me to keep on fighting for my dream. I was able to take on the A Level exams once again and perform much better than my first attempt."
(2021 alumnus, entered Medicine course at NTU)
FELIX
"INSPIRE’s tutors gave us the most important skills and critical knowledge required to score well. Their insight into the expectations required from examiners proved invaluable to a first-timer such as myself."
(2021 alumnus, entered Linguistics and Multilingual Studies course at NTU)
ALLISON
“My teachers at INSPIRE taught me to have more confidence in myself, they were patient and understanding.”
(2021 alumna, entered History course at NTU)
CHENG YEE
“Impossible is spelt ‘I M Possible’. If I can do it, so can you.”
(2020 alumnus, entered Humanities and Science course at NUS)
SAMUEL
1A and 2Bs in 10 months
“I am very happy with my results and I really owe it to the teachers here. They are very experienced and targeted in their approach, and very patient."
(2020 alumnus)
Our dedicated teachers who truly care
MR NG
H2 Economics & H2 Management of Business Specialist
MR CHEN
H2 History Specialist
MR HO
MS CHEW
English Language and Linguistics / Literature Specialist
MR TAN
MS WONG
MR LIM
INSPIRE’s A Level course
6 reasons why INSPIRE is the best choice for A Level private candidates
16 years experience of nurturing students since 2007
Dedicated teachers who truly care
Small conducive class size
Progress reports & motivational awards *
* Terms and conditions apply
Structured curriculum & lessons throughout the year
(no March/June holidays)
Academic Prize
Award of $2,000
for achieving 4 As *
* Terms & Conditions apply
How are classes conducted
Weekday afternoon to evening classes
(3pm – 5pm, 7pm – 9pm)
Weekend morning to afternoon classes
No school uniform required
Textbooks and notes provided, homework, mid-year test and prelim exam
Hybrid physical and online classes
How INSPIRE’s programme compares
with other private schools
|
Criteria |
INSPIRE | Other private schools |
| Class size | 9-18 | 16-35 |
| Term Breaks | No term break | Mar / Jun / Sep Holidays |
| Assessments | Twice – mid-year & final prelim | Twice – mid-year & final prelim |
| Progress reports | 2 – (minimum of 4 subjects taken in Student-PEI contract) | 2 |
| Fee Payments | 10 instalments | 2 instalments or 1 lump sum payment |
| Monthly motivational awards (e.g. good progress reward and punctuality award, etc.) | Yes | No |
| Council for Private Education (CPE) Registered | Yes | Yes |
| NS deferment (if eligible)* | Yes | Yes |
| Transitlink Concession Card* | Yes | Yes |
| * Terms and conditions apply | ||
Course Info
- Who can enroll for the course
- What subjects are offered
- Course duration
- Examination, assessment and results
Student enrolling must
- H1 General Paper (COMPULSORY SUBJECT)
- H1/H2 Mathematics (Math)
- H2 Economics (Econs)
- H2 Management of Business (MoB)*
- H2 Principles of Accounting (PoA)
- H2 Literature in English (Lit)
- H2 China Studies in English
- H2 English Language & Linguistics (ELL)^
- H1 / H2 History (Hist)
Other subjects (e.g. Mother Tongue, Geography, Science (Theory / Practical) may be registered for the examination.
*H2 MOB must be taken together with H2 Econs.
^H2 ELL is subject to availability
# MOE exam registration will be handled by the centre for students.
Subject materials will be given as per topic taught.
Subject entry pre-requisites:
- Mathematics: H1 level – Minimum D for GCE ‘O’ Level Mathematics OR equivalent / H2 level – Minimum B for GCE ‘O’ Level Additional Mathematics OR equivalent
- H2 Literature in English: Minimum C in GCE ‘O’ Level English and/or pass in GCE ‘O’ Level Literature OR equivalent.
- H2 English Language & Linguistics: A grade in GCE ‘O’ Level English and/or A grade in GCE ‘O’ Level Literature OR equivalent.
- H1 / H2 History: Minimum B in GCE ‘O’ Level English and/or B in GCE ‘O’ Level History/Elective History.
- H2 Management of Business – Must be taken with H2 Economics.
Course duration
- 8 Jan 2024 to 7 Nov 2024.
- Ongoing intake till 7 May 2024. Late entry fees apply from 8 Feb 2024 and admission will be considered on a case by case basis.
Full-time course
- Duration – 3h x 5 days x 10 months = 600h
- Contact hours – 9.5h per week x 10 months = 380h
Part-time course
- Duration – 3h x 2 days x 10 months = 240h
- Contact hours – 3.5h per week x 10 months = 140h
Course delivery
- Average teacher to student ratio 1:9 to 18
- Face-to-face and online classes
Internal Assessments
- Mid-year tests and prelim exams in September.
- Progress reports and good progress awards will only be given to students who take a minimum of 4 subjects under their Student-PEI contract.
External Examination
- The Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) Examination in November – December.
Expected Examination Results Release Date
- Results are released usually in late February the following year of the examination.
Course Completion
- Students have to sit for the Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) Examination in order to complete the A level course.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum number of subjects I need to take?
To be eligible for the course, the minimum is 3 subjects.
What is the cost of the course?
It depends on the subjects taken as well as number of subjects and what subjects are taken. Please download the prospectus for the course fees. Please contact us for the exact fee breakdown of your particular subjects combination.
What is the timetable like?
A Level classes are typically 3pm-5pm and 7pm-9pm on weekdays (Mon to Fri), and weekend mornings or afternoons. Students only need to come down to the Centre for their respective subjects.
Are classes physical or online?
Classes are conducted physically and/or online.
Am I eligible for a Transitlink Concession Card when I join the course?
If you are a Singaporean student aged 20 years and below, you are eligible to apply for a Transitlink Concession Card. Upon approval, you can enjoy concessionary travel for the duration of the course. If you withdraw from the course prematurely, you will have your Transitlink concession cancelled within 7 days as you are no longer studying at the centre.
Are there other subjects that I can take with INSPIRE?
Please email us at info@inspire.edu.sg for the availability of other subjects not listed on this website.
How can I enter a local university?
Your admission to any undergraduate programmes at local universities will be based on academic merit. Due to limited university places, you may refer to the Indicative Grade Profiles (IGP) and Programme places of the previous academic year to make more informed choices when applying for admission to local university.
If you are applying through the Singapore-Cambridge GCE ‘A’ Level Examination you will need to obtain at least 3 good passes in subjects at H2 level and attempted General Paper (GP) in the same sitting. You must also fulfill the Mother Tongue Language (MTL) requirement. Candidates who do not satisfy the MTL requirement may still submit an application for admissions. If selected, they will be admitted on a provisional basis. During their course of study, they will be required to meet the minimum MTL requirement before they are allowed to graduate. For specified programmes, you need to satisfy their subject requirements in order to be eligible.
How can I be eligible for a Motivational Award during the course?
Inspire wishes to award and motivate you throughout the course with monthly Motivational Awards starting from February. Students will be selected for awards for Punctuality, Homework, Participation, Best Overall Results for Tests, Best in Subject Award, and Good Progress Awards, etc. The awards will be given in the form of mall vouchers, cash vouchers, or cash cards. These awards are not exchangable for cash. If you receive this award, you will have to give consent to Inspire for photography or videography for receipt of this award.
How can I obtain the Academic Prize Award?
If you score 4As in your A Level examination results for the subjects that you have enrolled for at Inspire, you will be eligible for this award. You will be notified of your eligibility. The award will be paid by cheque within 60 days of the notification. If you receive this award, you will have to give consent to Inspire for photography or videography for receipt of this award.
How can I apply for NS deferment?
If you are a Singaporean or Singapore PR male student, you are liable for NS from 17.5 years old. Successful NS deferment is subject to the approval of Mindef. You need to apply for a minimum of at least 3 subjects or more to be eligible. Applications are to be made at least 1 month before course enrolment. Please also take note that there will be a NS deferment administrative fee charged. If you withdraw from the course prematurely, your NS deferment status will be cancelled within 7 days as you are no longer studying at the centre.