Summer maths Course Quick Facts
Summer vacation is a golden time to improve your maths skills. Math Insight Mathematics Summer School Designed specifically for students from Form 1 to Form 6 and international courses, it teaches the courses for the coming year in advance so that students can have a basic understanding of the topics in the next school year and be fully prepared before the start of school.
- junior secondary regular class
- DSE regular class
- IB/GCE regular classes
- Mathematics supplement
- Charge details
- Tutor qualifications
- Registration inquiry
Why summer vacation is the only window
This is not propaganda rhetoric, but a fact of time structure.
It is impossible to "make up for the old" and "prepare for the new" in parallel during the semester
After school starts, school progress will not stop. Any time spent looking back at old topics is tantamount to falling behind on current topics; conversely, pursuing current topics means there is no time to fill holes. Summer vacation is the only time of the year that does not have this contradiction - because there is no new progress being pushed.
Preview changes the position of "first contact"
After the summer school teaches the next year's topics in advance, the school lesson changes from "beginner" to "second contact". In the same 40-minute class, students' cognitive load is completely different: the first time they have to process symbols, concepts and operations at the same time; the second time they only need to fill in details and confirm understanding. This is what our regular classes also use Taught 1 to 2 classes in advance The same principle, summer school just enlarges the time scale.
The two connecting years have the largest return
- lForm 1: The biggest level is not the difficulty of the content, but the transformation of thinking from concrete arithmetic to abstract symbolic operations. It is here that many students who excel in primary school mathematics lose confidence for the first time.
- lForm 4: From the 3 learning areas of the junior form to the senior secondary core, the dependence between the topics has increased significantly, and at the same time, you have to decide whether to take electives M1 or M2.
Form 6 summer vacation is the starting point for practicing rhythm
The summer vacation when you upgrade to Form 6 is the best time to establish the habit of "limited time full volume". Our regular Form 6 course will complete the entire DSE course in October, and then focus on the exam papers; if the remaining topics are completed during the summer vacation and the general review begins, the practice period after October can be lengthened. See you on the route Rush 5** Roadmap and How to use Past Paper.
Summer school course features
Preview courses for the new academic year
summer school Pre-teach next year’s curriculum, so that students can master core concepts before starting school. The goal is to establish a framework and basic operational abilities, rather than to complete a full year's course in advance.
intensive teaching
use 7 lessons intensive Arrange and complete the preview of the main topics in a short period of time. The advantage of intensive study is that the connection between topics is still in memory, and it is easier for students to see the structure instead of treating each topic as an independent piece.
Small class teaching
The teacher-student ratio is no more than 1:7, and tutors can take care of each student's learning needs and answer questions immediately. Summer school students often come from different schools and have very different starting points, so individual follow-up is especially important.
The chief instructor teaches in person
All summer classes are offered by Mr Wan Teach in person. He took the HKDSE examination as a self-taught student and obtained 5** in Mathematics Core, M1 and M2. For details of his qualifications, see maths Tutor Page.
Eight summer school types
| Courses | object | Content focus | Related course pages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Form 1 Mathematics Summer School | Small six liters Form 1 | Form 1 mathematics preview, transition from primary school to secondary school, and establishment of algebraic thinking | Form 1 page |
| Form 2 Mathematics Summer School | Form 1 liter Form 2 | Form 2 maths preview and consolidate the foundation of Form 1 | Form 2 page |
| Form 3 Mathematics Summer School | Form 2 literForm 3 | Form 3 Mathematics Preparation and High School Bridging Topics Start | Form 3 page |
| Form 4 Mathematics Summer School | Form 3 liter Form 4 | DSE Core preview, senior secondary mathematics transition | DSE courses |
| Form 5 Mathematics Summer School | Form 4 LiterForm 5 | Core advanced topic preview | DSE courses |
| Form 6 Mathematics Summer School | Form 5 liters Form 6 | Complete the remaining topics and start general review and time-limited practice | 5** Strategy |
| Core + M1/M2 Summer School | High school students taking Extended Modules | Compulsory topics plus extended unit preview | M1 M2 comparison |
| IB/GCE Mathematics Summer School | international course students | IB AA/AI, IGCSE, IAL course preview, can be taught in English | IB/GCE courses |
Preview topics for summer classes at all levels
Junior secondary mathematics summer school (from Form 1 to Form 3)
| class | Preview topics | Key capabilities at this stage |
|---|---|---|
| lForm 1 | Directed numbers and number lines, algebraic basics and algebraic formulas, linear equations of one variable, percentages and their applications | Translate word problems into equations; understand the "equal sign" from calculation results to equality relationships |
| lForm 2 | Identities, factorization, linear equations in two variables (simultaneous equations), introduction to trigonometric ratios | Judgment of choice of factorization method; start writing reasons for geometric reasoning |
| lForm 3 | Quadratic equations of one variable, quadratic functions and images, advanced trigonometry, coordinate geometry | The relationship between matching methods and vertex expressions; translating geometric conditions into equations |
Questions about upgrading to Form 3: Quadratic equations and quadratic functions are official learning units in senior secondary Core, but many Band 1 secondary schools have already taught them in Form 3 in advance. Therefore, the actual depth of the Form 3 summer school will be adjusted according to the progress of the student's school - please provide the name of the school when registering so that we can align the actual arrangements of the school. For details of junior secondary courses, see junior secondary maths tuition page.
High School Mathematics Summer School (Form 4 to Form 6)
| class | Preview topics |
|---|---|
| lForm 4 (Core) | Functions and their graphs, exponential functions and logarithmic functions, continued polynomials, continued equations |
| l Form 5 (Core) | Continued trigonometry (trigonometric functions, sine and cosine formulas, three-dimensional problems), equations of straight lines and circles, permutations and combinations |
| lForm 6 (Core) | Complete the remaining topics and start cross-category review and time-limited exercises |
| Core+M1 | Compulsory topics include binomial expansion, exponential and logarithmic functions, beginnings of differential and integral calculus, and introduction to probability distributions. |
| Core+M2 | Compulsory topics: addition of radicals, mathematical induction, binomial theorem, continued trigonometric functions, number e and natural logarithm |
The complete study units and exam structure of Core (Paper 1, traditional questions, 2 hours and 15 minutes, accounting for 65%, Paper 2, 45 multiple-choice questions, 1 hour, 15 minutes, accounting for 35%) can be found here DSE maths tuition page.
IB/GCE Mathematics Summer School
The summer vacation for international students has an advantage that local students do not have: they can simultaneously plan the topic selection direction of the IB internal assessment Mathematical Exploration (IA). IA accounts for 20% of the final grade of IB mathematics, and the most common reason for losing points is the wrong choice of questions - too big to complete, too detailed and insufficient in mathematical depth, or the data is not available. Summer vacation is the best time to think clearly about your topic. See details IB Math AA and IB Math AI.
Summer class schedule
Junior secondary mathematics summer class
| class | Class time | tutor |
|---|---|---|
| Form 1 Mathematics Class | Thursday 14:00–15:30 | Mr Wan |
| Form 2 Mathematics Class | Tuesday 11:00–12:30 / Wednesday 12:30–14:00 | Mr Wan |
| Form 3 Mathematics Class | Wednesday 14:00–15:30 | Mr Wan |
High School Mathematics Summer School (DSE Core)
| class | Class time | tutor |
|---|---|---|
| Form 4 Mathematics Class (Core) | Wednesday 11:00–12:30 / Thursday 12:30–14:00 | Mr Wan |
| Form 5 Mathematics Class (Core) | Tuesday 12:30–14:00 / Thursday 17:30–19:00 | Mr Wan |
| Form 6 Mathematics Class (Core) | Tuesday 14:00–15:30 / Wednesday 17:30–19:00 | Mr Wan |
Core plus Extended Modules and international courses
| class | Class time | tutor |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics class (Core + M1/M2) | Tuesday 15:30–17:30 / Wednesday 15:30–17:30 / Thursday 15:30–17:30 | Mr Wan |
| IB/GCE Mathematics Class | Tuesday 17:30–19:00 | Mr Wan |
If the above time is inconvenient, welcome to WhatsApp 9651 3910 Check for other available time slots, self-organized classes (minimum 3 people per class), or choose Online teaching and One-to-one lessons.
Summer school course fees
| Courses | Duration of each class | Number of halls | Total class hours | Full tuition fee | average hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form 1 Mathematics Class | 1.5 hours | 7 classes | 10.5 hours | HK$2,240 | About HK$213 |
| Form 2 Mathematics Class | 1.5 hours | 7 classes | 10.5 hours | HK$2,240 | About HK$213 |
| Form 3 Mathematics Class | 1.5 hours | 7 classes | 10.5 hours | HK$2,240 | About HK$213 |
| Form 4 to Form 6 (Core) | 1.5 hours | 7 classes | 10.5 hours | HK$2,380 | About HK$227 |
| Form 4 to Form 6 (Core + M1/M2) | 2 hours | 7 classes | 14 hours | HK$2,800 | HK$200 |
| IB/GCE Mathematics Class | 1.5 hours | 7 classes | 10.5 hours | HK$2,800 | About HK$267 |
The hourly unit price for summer classes is exactly the same as regular classes
After converting the two to an hourly rate, the figures are exactly the same - the summer school does not increase the price because it is intensive or short-term:
| Courses | Regular classes (4 classes per month) | Summer school (7 classes in total) | unit price per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Secondary Maths | $1,280 ÷ 6 hours | $2,240 ÷ 10.5 hours | About $213 (same) |
| DSE Core | $1,360 ÷ 6 hours | $2,380 ÷ 10.5 hours | About $227 (same) |
| Core+M1/M2 | $1,600 ÷ 8 hours | $2,800 ÷ 14 hours | $200 (same) |
| IB / GCE | $1,600 ÷ 6 hours | $2,800 ÷ 10.5 hours | About $267 (same) |
Fees include
- Instructor’s own notes and teaching materials
- Class exercises and after-school homework
- WhatsApp after-school homework inquiry service
Payment method
- cash
- Fast FPS (FPS)
- PayMe
- bank transfer
For regular class fees and complete fee instructions, see Fees and Tuition Page.
Practical benefits of enrolling in summer school
academic level
- Change the position of first contact: The class at the beginning of school becomes the second contact, and the cognitive load is greatly reduced.
- Reduce the stress of starting school: For topics that have been previewed, time can be allocated to other subjects after school starts.
- rebuild confidence: Have a preliminary understanding of the new academic year’s curriculum and dare to raise your hands to ask questions in class.
- Smooth connection: Especially suitable for the two structural turning points of upgrading to Form 1 and upgrading to Form 4.
time level
- No progress to follow: Summer vacation is the only time in the whole year when you can make up for old and pre-new at the same time.
- No homework pressure from other subjects: You can focus on maths without being distracted.
- Dense helps to see the structure: The connections between topics are still in memory, making it easy to establish an overall framework.
Suitable for objects
| student type | What to do during the summer vacation | Suggested classes |
|---|---|---|
| l Form 1 student | Transformation of thinking from arithmetic to algebra | Form 1 Summer School |
| l Form 4 students | The dependence on subjects from junior secondary to senior secondary has jumped, and it is decided to add elective subjects | Upgrade to Form 4 Summer School +Subject selection evaluation |
| l Form 6 students | Complete the remaining lessons and establish a timed practice rhythm | Form 6 Summer School |
| Band 1 secondary school students | Progress is fast after school starts, and a framework needs to be established in advance | Summer classes for corresponding grades |
| Students with weak foundation | Fill in the gaps and preview new topics at the same time | Summer School Cooperation Top-up courses |
| Target high-scoring students | Start early and leave time during the semester for practice | Summer classes for corresponding grades＋5** Strategy |
| IB students | Planning the direction of IA topic selection (accounting for 20% of the final grade) | IB/GCE Summer School |
| Self-taught students or repeat students | Establish a year-round review schedule and start early | High school summer school or One to one |
How to coordinate summer classes with regular classes
| Compare items | summer school | regular class |
|---|---|---|
| Course length | 7 intensive classes in total | 4 classes per month, all year round |
| main goal | Preview the upcoming year’s topics and establish a framework | Keep up with school progress and practice in depth |
| On-campus examination support | Not applicable (during summer vacation) | Targeted review before on-campus exams |
| teaching rhythm | Intensive, covering major topics in a short period of time | Stable and in line with the school's weekly progress |
| Best way to use | Building the foundation during the summer | Follow up on progress and test-taking training after school starts |
The relationship between the two is sequential rather than replacement: the summer class is responsible for laying the foundation, and the regular class is responsible for building the building on the foundation. See course overview All maths tuition courses.
Registration time and process
- Registration will start from May to June: Seats are limited, so it is recommended to reserve your desired time slot as early as possible.
- Provide student information: Grade (which level to go to), school attended, courses taken (compulsory, M1/M2, IB AA/AI, IGCSE, IAL), and the specific topics that are currently most troublesome.
- Matching classes: We recommend suitable classes based on the evaluation results; if there is a large foundation gap, we will recommend supplementary support or one-on-one arrangements.
- Classes start from July to August: 7 classes in total, taught by Mr Wan himself.
- Continue regular class: After the start of school, students can be transferred to regular classes of the corresponding grade to continue their progress and receive support for school examinations.
For registration and inquiry information, see Contact Us, the centre’s address and transportation (about a 2-minute walk from Exit C1 of Prince Edward Station) are also on this page.
Summer School FAQ
What is the difference between summer classes and regular classes?
The summer school is an intensive course with 7 classes, focusing on previewing the courses for the coming year; the regular class is 4 classes per month, closely following the school's progress and providing targeted review before the school exam. The two complement each other.
How much does summer school cost?
Junior secondary 7 classes $2,240, senior secondary core $2,380, compulsory M1/M2 (2 hours each class) $2,800, IB/GCE classes $2,800. When converted into an hourly rate, it is exactly the same as the unit price of the corresponding regular class.
How many topics will be taught in the summer school?
The 7 lessons cover the major topics from the first semester of the grade, with the goal of establishing a framework of core concepts rather than completing a full year's course. Regular class meetings after the start of school will provide in-depth explanations and drills.
Do I need to register for regular classes after enrolling in summer classes?
It is recommended to register at the same time. If you can only choose one, the summer courses in the two connecting years of Form 1 and Form 4 will have the most obvious returns.
Who teaches summer classes?
All summer classes are taught by the chief tutor Mr Wan (Terry Wan). He took the DSE exam as a self-taught student and got 5** in Mathematics Core, M1 and M2. For details, see Tutor page.
If you have a weak foundation, should you take a preparatory class or make up for it?
The advantage of the summer vacation is that you can do both in parallel: first look back at the old gap, and then start previewing the next year's topics. If the gap spans multiple grades, it is recommended to evaluate first, and cooperation may be required.Top-up courses or One to one deal with.
When does registration for summer classes start?
Registration usually starts from May to June every year, and classes start from July to August. Seats are limited, so it is recommended to register early. Please contact WhatsApp for the latest details.
What should international programme students do during the summer vacation?
In addition to previewing the topics for the coming year, the most worthwhile thing to use the summer vacation to deal with is the topic selection direction of the IB internal assessment Mathematical Exploration (IA) - IA accounts for 20% of the final grade, and incorrect topic selection is the most common reason for losing points. See details IB/GCE course page.
What if the summer school time is inconvenient?
You can use WhatsApp to check other available time slots, or you can form your own class with your classmates (minimum 3 people per class), or you can choose Online teaching.