In a recent article by The Vent Machine, they explored why some Singapore parents are beginning to look beyond traditional tuition and toward mentorship based support instead.
Written by Surabhi Pandey, the feature examines the pressures of local tuition culture and frames First Principles Education as part of a growing shift toward helping students build stronger learning habits, not just accumulate more classes.
The article highlights Emil’s view that the more important question is not the “ideal” age to start tuition, but whether a child is developing focus, confidence, and independent learning habits. It also explains how First Principles Education emphasises time management, note taking, memory techniques, exam strategy, and self direction, positioning mentorship as a way to reduce dependence on endless academic support over time.
Read more about First Principles Education’s perspective on mentorship and independent learning via the link: Rethinking tuition: Why Singapore parents are turning to mentorship over rote learning.