Every Math Journey
Can Turn Around
Founded by Mrs. Eileen Toh (M.Ed, NIE) and Mr. JY Wong - Former school teachers, current parents, believers in every child's potential
We've seen it hundreds of times: the child who "hates math" discovering they actually can do it. The frustrated tears becoming confident smiles. Your child's story can change too.
The Day We Realised Something Had to Change
I'm Mrs. Eileen Toh, mother of four boys and former school teacher. A few years ago, I sat in a parent-teacher conference hearing words no parent wants to hear: 'Your son is falling significantly behind in Chinese.'
Here I was - an educator myself - and my own child was struggling.
We found him a tutor. Not just someone to drill worksheets, but someone who truly saw him. She was patient, she connected with him as a person, she even gave us travel tips for our Shanghai holiday. Within a year, not only had his grades improved, but he actually wanted to learn.
"That's when it hit me: This is what I want to be for other children's math journey."
I started this center as a one-woman operation - just me teaching all the classes, handling everything myself. Mr. JY Wong, who was running his own education center, saw what we were building and shared the same vision. He joined me because he believed in putting students first, just like I did.
Together, we decided to keep classes small. Just six students per class. Friends called us crazy - why put in so much effort for so few children?
It's Not About the Grades. It's About the Upward Spiral.
After years in classrooms with thousands of students, and now raising four children of my own, here's what we've learned:
Children don't fail because they're not smart enough. They struggle because they're not taught in a way that makes sense to them.
Most places focus on chasing marks without consideration for well-being and development. More worksheets, more drilling, more content coverage. But I've watched too many bright children shut down because no one took the time to understand how they think.
What actually works is creating what we call the upward spiral:
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Sustainable long-term growth
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Motivation
Child wants to learn more
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Success
Child experiences achievement
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Understanding
Child grasps concepts deeply
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Engagement
Child becomes curious
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Confidence
Child feels capable
When a child feels safe to ask questions, when they're not just one face in a crowd, when someone notices their small victories - that's when this spiral begins.
It's not about the grades (though those do improve). It's about watching a child's face light up when they finally 'get it.' When they choose to do extra practice because they want to, not because they have to.
Why this matters:
When children experience this upward spiral, they don't just improve in Math. They develop resilience, problem-solving skills, and a growth mindset that serves them for life.
Why We Keep Classes at Just 6 Students
I could fit twenty-four children in our classroom. The business would grow faster, the rent would be covered quicker.
But I remember what it felt like in my own school classes. There were always a few who slipped through the cracks, who needed just a little more time or a different explanation.
With six children, I can:
- Catch the confused look before it becomes frustration
- Adjust my explanation mid-lesson when I see faces that need a different approach
- Celebrate the quiet child who finally volunteers an answer
- Actually know each child's learning style and adapt accordingly
What Actually Happens in Our Classes
We don't have flashy gimmicks or 'revolutionary methods.' What we have is time - time to really know each child, time to understand where they're stuck, time to build their confidence step by step.
Our Approach
Every term, your child gets a new textbook that our team has written in-house. Not because we want to reinvent the wheel, but because we want every explanation to be as clear as possible.
When a child struggles with a topic, we have extra worksheets ready - not more of the same, but carefully designed questions that scaffold them back to understanding. When they're ready for more challenge, we have harder problems that stretch their thinking.
Parent Communication
You'll get a WhatsApp group with your child's tutor. Not for marketing messages, but for real updates: 'Sarah had a breakthrough with fractions today' or 'Marcus is finding decimals tricky - here's how you can support him at home.'
Get a FREE In-House Workbook When You Book a Trial
Register for a trial lesson today and receive your choice of our exclusive workbooks, meticulously developed by our teachers and not available for purchase anywhere else:
- P3 - Whole Numbers Workbook
- P4 - Decimals Workbook
- P5 - Geometry Workbook
- P6 - PSLE Math Intensive Crashcourse Book
- S1 - Algebra Workbook
- S2 - Quadratic Equations & Graphs Workbook
- S3 - Indices Workbook
What We Can't Promise You
I won't tell you your child will jump from failing to AL1 in three months. Real learning doesn't work that way.
I can't guarantee they'll love every single lesson. Math can be challenging, and some days are harder than others.
I won't claim we're the only good tuition center in Singapore. There are dedicated teachers everywhere.
What I can promise:
We will see your child as an individual. We will care about their progress as much as you do. And we will work with you, not around you, to help them grow.
The Materials We've Created (Because We Care About the Details)
Over the past seven years, we've written more than 80 textbooks and workbooks. Not because we had to, but because we wanted every explanation to be exactly right.
When I started with just six students per level, everyone asked if it made sense to put so much effort into creating comprehensive materials for so few children.
My answer was yes. Because I would want someone to do that for my children.
What makes our books different:
- Written by teachers who actually use them in class
- Constantly refined based on how students respond
- Designed to build understanding, not just memorization
- Clear progression from simple concepts to complex problem-solving
We're now working with a major publisher to make these available internationally - not because we're trying to expand, but because other educators have seen the difference thoughtful materials can make.
Why Spaces Are Naturally Limited
Many of our students stay with us for years - from Primary 1 right through to PSLE. When families find something that works, they tend to stay.
We cap each tutor at 60 students maximum (most centers: 200+). Both JY and I still teach classes ourselves - we're not just figureheads who show up for photos.
Why we don't just 'add more classes':
Every new tutor requires months of training. We won't compromise on quality for growth. This isn't a business strategy - it's a teaching philosophy.
What Parents Tell Us
After exploring various tuition centers, what sets Genius Plus apart is the enthusiasm my child displays. She eagerly participates and her grades have improved dramatically.
The teachers are exceptionally patient and consistently put students' needs first. My child feels confident and motivated.
My child never feels stressed or pressured. This positive mindset keeps her receptive to learning.
They have workbooks for different levels - foundation questions for weaker students and expert level questions for those who are gifted in the topic.
- Michelle Hon, @thechillmom
These aren't testimonials we asked for. They're messages from parents who wanted to share what they noticed at home.
Here's what a parent said
If This Sounds Like What Your Child Needs
We have limited spaces because of how we choose to operate. If you'd like to see if we're a good fit for your child, come for a trial lesson.
What to expect at your trial:
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A proper conversation about your child's learning
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A chance for your child to experience our approach
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Honest feedback about how we might help
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No pressure, no hard sell - just authentic connection
You can reach me directly at +65 9736 0329. Not a sales line, not an admin assistant - just me. Because if you're considering trusting us with your child's learning, you should be able to speak with the person who will be guiding that journey.
We're not for everyone, and that's okay. But if you're looking for educators who still remember why they became teachers in the first place, who treat your child's confidence as carefully as their grades, who believe that good teaching changes lives - then maybe we should talk.
A Final Thought
In a world of quick fixes and loud promises, we choose to do something quietly different. We choose to know our students' names, to understand their learning styles, to celebrate their progress however small.
Because every child deserves to feel capable, confident, and curious about learning.
If that resonates with you, we'd love to meet your child.
Mrs. Eileen Toh & Mr. JY Wong
Co-Founders, Genius Plus Academy