Mr. Lau

Maths & Physics

IGCSE · GCSE · IAL · IB · SAT

Personalised 1-on-1 and small-group tutoring for students in Hong Kong, the UK and the US.

The University of Hong Kong, BEng in Civil Engineering1-on-1 & Small-Group TutoringSince 2018

Student Results

Student Outcomes

Student 1 — IGCSE (2021)

Mathematics Grade 9/9
Physics Grade 9/9
Further Pure Mathematics Grade 9/9
  • School: YMCA of Hong Kong Christian College
  • Preparation period: Within 9 months
  • Completed three IGCSE syllabuses ahead of the usual school schedule and examination age
  • Subsequently admitted to the University of Birmingham at age 17

A Level (June 2023)

A in Mathematics, Further Mathematics and Physics.

Student 2 — IGCSE (2024)

Mathematics Grade 9/9
Physics Grade 8/9
  • School: La Salle College
  • Starting level: Form 4
  • Preparation period: Within 7 months
  • Completed the IGCSE Mathematics and Physics syllabuses through an accelerated preparation programme

Subjects & Examination Boards

Mathematics

  • Edexcel IGCSE Mathematics A (4MA1)
  • Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics (0580 / 0980)
  • Cambridge IGCSE International Mathematics (0607)
  • Edexcel GCSE Mathematics (1MA1)
  • AQA GCSE Mathematics (8300)
  • Edexcel International A Level Mathematics
  • Cambridge International AS & A Level Mathematics (9709)
  • IB Mathematics
  • Digital SAT Mathematics

Additional / Further Mathematics

  • Edexcel IGCSE Further Pure Mathematics (4PM1)
  • Cambridge IGCSE Additional Mathematics (0606)
  • AQA GCSE Further Mathematics (8365)
  • Cambridge International AS & A Level Further Mathematics (9231)

Physics

  • Edexcel IGCSE Physics (4PH1)
  • Cambridge IGCSE Physics (0625)
  • AQA GCSE Physics (8463)
  • AQA GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy — Physics (8464)
  • Edexcel International A Level Physics
  • Cambridge International AS & A Level Physics (9702)

Private Tutoring

Personalised · Exam-oriented

Lessons are tailored to each student's ability, learning progress and examination goals.

Suitable for students who:

  • Want to complete the syllabus ahead of their school schedule
  • Are preparing for early-entry examinations
  • Need to strengthen specific topics or examination techniques
  • Have a limited preparation period before examinations
  • Require a personalised study plan for IGCSE, IAL, IB or SAT

Lesson Formats

Online 1-on-1 Tutoring

Individual online lessons tailored to each student's learning progress and examination goals, available to students in Hong Kong, the UK and the US.

Online Small-Group Tutoring

Students may form their own small groups with classmates or friends following similar examination syllabuses and learning progress.

Lessons are tailored to the group's shared learning needs and examination goals.

Home-Visit Tutoring

Home-visit lessons may be arranged subject to location and availability.

Teaching Approach

Structured Learning. Exam-Oriented Teaching.

My lessons are structured around the examination syllabus and assessment requirements, rather than simply following the school's teaching pace.

Exam-style questions are introduced throughout the learning process, followed by more intensive past-paper practice as students progress through the syllabus.

Learning Process

  1. 1. Understand the Concepts

    Build a strong foundation through clear explanations and guided examples.

  2. 2. Targeted Practice

    Strengthen understanding through topic-based exercises and examination-style questions.

  3. 3. Complete the Syllabus

    Progress systematically through the required topics, with accelerated learning where appropriate.

  4. 4. Past-Paper Drilling

    Practise examination questions to improve accuracy, speed and problem-solving techniques.

  5. 5. Examination Preparation

    Focus on common question types, marking requirements and examination strategies.

Accelerated Learning

Students who are academically ready may progress beyond their current school year and complete examination syllabuses early.

The learning pace is determined by each student's ability and target examination date.

About Mr. Lau

About Me

The University of Hong Kong

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Former School Tutor | Maths & Physics

HKDSE | Physics 5* · Chemistry 5* · Mathematics 5

Teaching Maths and Physics since 2018, specialising in international examination preparation for students in Hong Kong, the UK and the US.

More students from

I have taught students from schools across Hong Kong, the UK and the US.

Hong Kong
  • ESF King George V School
  • ESF Sha Tin College
  • ESF South Island School
  • French International School
  • German Swiss International School
  • G.T. College
  • Harrow International School
  • Hong Kong Bluebell College
  • International Christian School
  • Invictus School Hong Kong
  • Kellett School
  • Korean International School
  • Nord Anglia International School Hong Kong
  • Oxbridge British School
  • PLK Choi Kai Yau School
  • Saint Too Bloom Academy
  • St. Joseph's College
  • St. Mary's Canossian School
  • St. Paul's Convent School
  • St. Paul's Co-educational College
  • Tai Kwong Hilary College
United Kingdom
  • Bede's
  • Brighton College
  • Epsom College
  • Fettes College
  • Oakham School
  • Queen Ethelburga's Collegiate
  • The King's School, Canterbury
  • The National Mathematics and Science College
United States
  • St. Marks Lutheran School

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What subjects and examination boards do you teach?

I teach Mathematics, Additional/Further Mathematics and Physics for IGCSE, GCSE, IAL and other international examination pathways, including IB Mathematics and SAT Mathematics.

Please provide your examination board or specification when enquiring.

Q2. Are lessons online or face-to-face?

Online 1-on-1 and small-group lessons are available.

Home-visit lessons may also be arranged subject to location and availability.

Q3. Do you follow the student's school progress?

Lessons are structured around the relevant examination syllabus rather than simply following the school's teaching pace.

Depending on the student's ability and goals, we may progress ahead of the school timetable to allow sufficient time for examination preparation.

Q4. Are notes and exercises provided?

Yes. Relevant notes, exercises and examination-style questions are provided.

Additional textbooks are not required.

Q5. Can students complete the syllabus early?

Yes. Students who are ready to progress faster may complete the syllabus ahead of the usual school schedule.

The required preparation time depends on their existing knowledge, learning ability and examination target.

Q6. How are lesson fees arranged?

Lesson fees and schedules are confirmed individually.

Fees are paid at the beginning of each month to secure lesson slots. Prepayment for future months is not required.

Q7. Can missed lessons be rearranged?

Make-up lessons may be arranged subject to availability.

Contact

Let's Discuss Your Study Plan

Not sure which tutoring arrangement is suitable?

Please contact me via WhatsApp with the following information:

  • Student's year group
  • Subject and examination board
  • Expected examination date
  • Current progress and learning goals

I can then recommend a suitable approach based on the student's needs.

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