Lesson format
Weekly 1.5-hour live online class
Targeted online practice with instant marking supports work between lessons.
SEC 1 IB MATHEMATICS
Build a strong Year 1 foundation for the IB Diploma pathway.
Year 1 of the IB-track Integrated Programme compresses the lower secondary syllabus, layers on enrichment, and orients students toward the IB Diploma in Year 5–6. Our weekly live classes follow the Year 1 IB-track scheme so students stay aligned to school assessments without falling behind.
What we cover (Year 1 IB-track Mathematics)
Year 1 of the IB-track Integrated Programme covers four terms and 14 chapters — from primes, real numbers, and basic algebra in Term 1, through equations, geometry, and ratio in Term 2, to percentages, sequences, linear functions, and area in Term 3, and finally volume, surface area, and data handling in Term 4.
Term 1
Factors and Multiples: primes, HCF and LCM; squares, square roots, cubes and cube roots
Real Numbers: integers; rational and irrational numbers
Approximation and Estimation: significant figures and estimation
Basic Algebra and Algebraic Manipulation: expansion, laws of indices, factorisation (common factors and grouping), and substitution
Term 2
Simple Equations in One Variable: linear and simple algebraic equations
Angles and Parallel Lines
Triangles, Quadrilaterals and Other Polygons; geometrical construction of triangles and quadrilaterals
Ratio, Rate and Speed; direct and inverse proportion; scales and maps (linear and area scales)
Term 3
Percentages: discount, hire purchase, taxes, GST and commission
Sequences and Number Patterns
Linear Functions and Graphs: Cartesian coordinates, gradient, and the equation of a straight line
Perimeters and Areas of Plane Figures: squares, rectangles, triangles, circles, parallelograms and trapeziums
Term 4
Volume and Surface Area of Prisms and Cylinders; composite solids
Data Handling: frequency tables; reading and interpreting tables and statistical diagrams
The Year 1 IB-track Mathematics syllabus is broadly consistent across local IB schools.
Common challenges for Year 1 IB students
Year 1 in an IB-track school is a real step up. Students often share these pressure points:
Algebra arrives faster and goes deeper
Year 1 covers basic algebra, expansion, laws of indices, and two factorisation techniques (common factors and grouping) — all in Term 1. Students who were strong in arithmetic but new to working with letters often stall here.
School assessments measure understanding, not just procedure
IB-track schools assess why a method works, not only whether students can apply it. Year 1 papers reward clear reasoning, not memorised steps.
Pace means small gaps compound quickly
A shaky understanding of, say, indices in Term 1 makes algebraic manipulation harder for the rest of the year. IB-track Year 1 doesn't leave room to revisit later — gaps need to be fixed when they appear.
A new school environment on top of new content
Year 1 is a transition year — new school, new subjects, new expectations. A calm, consistent space outside school helps students focus on understanding the Math without the noise.
How DeepThink helps Sec 1 IB students
Our Sec 1 IB class is built around the reality of Year 1 IB-track Mathematics:
Built around the Year 1 IB-track scheme
The Year 1 IB-track Mathematics syllabus is broadly consistent across local IB schools. Our class teaches that scope directly.
Build algebra so it actually makes sense
We teach why expansion, indices, and factorisation rules work, then drill them through targeted practice so they become reliable tools by the time students hit equations and inequalities.
Catch gaps before they compound
Our practice platform marks instantly and surfaces topic-level weaknesses every week, so a Term 1 indices gap is fixed before it shows up in Term 2 algebra.
Reasoning, not just answers
IB-track schools assess working and reasoning. We teach students to explain their steps clearly, not just write the final number.
A strong Year 1 sets the tone for the rest of the IB-track journey through to the Diploma in Year 5–6.
Program facts
What families should know about Secondary 1 IB support
The details parents usually want before deciding whether to book a trial.
Syllabus focus
Secondary 1 IB Mathematics
Full curriculum and chapter list shown in the syllabus section above.
Pricing
$30 per live class
Same fee across levels and streams.
Trial
Free trial class available
Parents can see the teaching pace, structure, and student experience before committing.
Best fit
Secondary 1 IB students who need clear weekly structure and targeted practice.
Decision support
When Secondary 1 IB support is the right fit
These are the situations where extra support tends to make the biggest difference.
Algebra arrives faster and goes deeper
Year 1 covers basic algebra, expansion, laws of indices, and two factorisation techniques (common factors and grouping) — all in Term 1. Students who were strong in arithmetic but new to working with letters often stall here.
School assessments measure understanding, not just procedure
IB-track schools assess why a method works, not only whether students can apply it. Year 1 papers reward clear reasoning, not memorised steps.
Pace means small gaps compound quickly
A shaky understanding of, say, indices in Term 1 makes algebraic manipulation harder for the rest of the year. IB-track Year 1 doesn't leave room to revisit later — gaps need to be fixed when they appear.
If any of these patterns sound familiar, this is likely the right level of support for your child — a trial class is a good next step.
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers for parents
Who is Secondary 1 IB Math tuition for?
Secondary 1 IB students who need clear weekly structure and targeted practice.
What does weekly Secondary 1 IB support include?
Students attend a 1.5-hour live online class each week and then work through targeted online practice with instant marking and solutions between lessons.
Which syllabus or exam does this Secondary 1 IB page cover?
Year 1 of the IB-track Integrated Programme covers four terms and 14 chapters — from primes, real numbers, and basic algebra in Term 1, through equations, geometry, and ratio in Term 2, to percentages, sequences, linear functions, and area in Term 3, and finally volume, surface area, and data handling in Term 4.
Can families start with a trial class first?
Yes. Families can start with a trial class to see the teaching pace, structure, and level fit before committing.
How do parents know what to work on next?
We keep parents informed on what was covered and where their child should focus. If we spot persistent gaps, we flag them early — not just before exams.
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