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Phonics and Reading Proficiency Tutoring (Pre-school and Primary level)
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Having worked as a qualified English Tutor in Singapore for 7 years, I have extensive experience in teaching reading proficiency to early learners. The class is especially useful for young learners with Dyslexia.

The class will look to bring about reading proficiency through a progressive and systematic approach.

For young learners just starting out on their reading journey, I will build up your child's basic to advanced levels of phonemic awareness.
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Infants (0-3 years old)
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60 minutes
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