Online PSLE Tamil Tuition in Singapore: One-to-One and Small-Group Tutors for P5 and P6
PSLE Tamil puts 40 questions into one language paper, from case endings and proverbs to sound-alike words and an open-ended passage, alongside a composition, an e-Oral and listening. onlinetuition.sg matches P5 and P6 pupils with PSLE Tamil tutors for live online lessons, one-to-one or in small groups, for Standard or Foundation Tamil.
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About the PSLE Tamil Exam
SEAB examines Tamil Language (0007) in three papers worth 200 marks, in the format it has used since 2017.
- Paper 1: Composition
- 50 minutes, 40 marks (20%): one of two questions, a title with cues or a picture series, in at least 100 words
- Paper 2: Language
- 1 hour 40 minutes, 90 marks (45%): 40 questions on comprehension, language use, and poetry and proverbs
- Paper 3: Oral
- About 10 minutes, 50 marks (25%)
- Paper 3: Listening
- About 30 minutes, 20 marks (10%): 10 multiple-choice questions with three options each
- Grades
- AL1 to AL8 for Tamil; AL A to AL C for Foundation Tamil, counted as AL6 to AL8 in the PSLE Score
Tamil is one of the four subjects in the PSLE Score, which runs from 4 to 32. Higher Tamil (0017) is a separate exam of two written papers.
Common Challenges PSLE Tamil Students Face
The Picture-Series Ending
Five frames show part of a story, the sixth holds only a question mark, and eight helping words are given, so pupils invent a fitting ending.
Twenty-Five Multiple-Choice Questions
Section A tests case endings, poetry and proverbs, modifiers and verb forms, a cloze passage and a short comprehension, five questions each.
Sound-Alike Words
Four fill-in questions in Section B test words that sound alike but are spelt differently, for 8 marks.
Visual and Open-Ended Comprehension
The last 11 questions, worth 32 marks, cover a text with a picture or chart and an open-ended passage.
Reading Aloud to Four Criteria
The reading passage, shown on a computer screen, is marked on pronunciation, word stress, fluency and rhythm for 20 marks.
A 50-Second Video, Then Questions
After a clip of 50 to 55 seconds, the examiner asks prompting questions to keep the exchange of ideas going, for 30 marks.
How Our Online PSLE Tamil Tutors Help
Picture-Series Practice
Building a story from five frames and the helping words, then deciding what happens in the sixth.
Grammar Question Sets
Case endings, modifiers and verb forms practised in the multiple-choice style of Section A, with reasons for each answer.
Poems and Proverbs Revised
The set poems and proverbs reviewed with meanings and examples, so the right option stands out.
Spelling Sound-Alike Words
Pairs and sets of similar-sounding words written in sentences, so your child chooses the right letter every time.
Mock e-Orals on Zoom
Reading a passage aloud from the screen, then a conversation about a short clip, timed like the exam.
Listening With Three Options
News items, speeches, stories and announcements followed by three-option questions, as in Paper 3.
PSLE Tamil Papers Covered by Our Tutors
Paper 2 and Paper 3 in SEAB's own sections, as examined in 2026.
Paper 2, Section A (25 Questions)
- Case endings
- 5 multiple-choice questions, 10 marks
- Poetry and proverbs
- 5 multiple-choice questions, 10 marks
- Modifiers and verb forms
- 5 multiple-choice questions, 10 marks
- Cloze comprehension
- 5 multiple-choice questions, 10 marks
- Comprehension and vocabulary
- 5 multiple-choice questions on a passage, 10 marks
Paper 2, Section B (15 Questions)
- Sound-alike words
- 4 fill-in-the-blank questions, 8 marks
- Visual text and open-ended comprehension
- 11 multiple-choice and open-ended questions, 32 marks
Paper 3: Oral and Listening
- Reading aloud
- 20 marks
- Video conversation
- 30 marks
- Listening texts
- News, conversations, short speeches, stories, reports, advertisements and announcements, and choosing the right picture
Foundation and Higher Tamil
- Foundation Tamil (0027)
- A 40-minute language and reading paper (15%), an oral of reading aloud and video conversation (55%), and 15 listening questions in about 35 minutes (30%)
- Higher Tamil (0017)
- A composition of at least 150 words on a title with a situation or a story with given opening lines (40%), then error correction, sentence completion and two comprehension passages (60%)
Key PSLE Tamil Dates
Updated
From SEAB's PSLE timetable. SEAB publishes each year's dates in its own timetable.
- PSLE 2026 results
- 24 to 25 November 2026 (SEAB's tentative dates)
Why Choose onlinetuition.sg for PSLE Tamil Tuition?
Tutors Who Know the PSLE Papers
Tutors need a deep understanding of the PSLE Tamil format and its 40-question language paper.
Standard, Foundation or Higher Tamil
Lessons follow the Tamil course your child sits at PSLE.
Live Oral Rehearsal
Cameras on, so your child reads aloud and converses with the tutor in real time.
One-to-One or Small Group
One-to-one, or up to 4 P5 or P6 pupils on the same course.
A Trial Lesson First
See how your child gets on before you decide.
No Agency Fees
Requesting a PSLE Tamil tutor is free, too.
Frequently Asked Questions About PSLE Tamil Tuition
Thinking of PSLE Tamil Tuition?
Which Part of PSLE Tamil Carries the Most Marks?
Paper 2, the language paper, at 45%. The oral is worth 25%, the composition 20% and listening 10%.
When Should My Child Start PSLE Tamil Tuition?
P5 suits many families, giving two years for the language paper's grammar, poetry and proverbs. Starting in P6 still leaves time for timed papers and oral practice before August.
How Long Must the PSLE Tamil Composition Be?
At least 100 words, written in 50 minutes, which include reading the questions and choosing one.
What Does Foundation Tamil Involve?
There is no composition: the oral carries 55%, listening 30% and a 40-minute written paper 15%. Its AL A to AL C grades count as AL6 to AL8 in the PSLE Score.
Does the PSLE Tamil Grade Matter for Sec 1?
Yes. It counts in the PSLE Score, and from the 2026 Sec 1 cohort, AL1 or AL2 in Tamil, or Distinction or Merit in Higher Tamil, qualifies your child for Higher Tamil in Sec 1 whatever the overall score.
Getting a Tutor
How Do I Request a PSLE Tamil Tutor?
Use the free form above, where P6 is already selected; change it to P5 if needed. We'll WhatsApp you, aiming for within one working day.
Can You Find a Tutor for Foundation Tamil?
Yes. Mention Foundation Tamil in your request, so we match a tutor who teaches it.
Can One Tutor Cover Tamil and Higher Tamil?
Tell us both in your request, and we'll look for a tutor who teaches both.
Lessons
How Is the e-Oral Practised Online?
The tutor shows a passage and a short video on screen, gives preparation time, then holds the conversation as an examiner would.
How Long Are Lessons?
Usually 1.5 or 2 hours, at the same time each week.
What If My Child Misses a Group Lesson?
The tutor can usually share the class recording, and you can contact the tutor directly.
Others
How Much Does PSLE Tamil Tuition Cost?
Fees depend on the level and class size. We'll confirm the fee on WhatsApp before the first lesson.
Are There Any Agency Fees?
No.
Can We Stop After the PSLE?
Yes. Please give one month's notice, out of courtesy to the tutor's planning.
Sources
- SEAB: PSLE formats examined in 2026 (including the e-Oral)
- SEAB: PSLE Tamil Language (0007) format
- SEAB: PSLE Foundation Tamil (0027) format
- SEAB: PSLE Higher Tamil (0017) format
- SEAB: 2026 PSLE examination timetable
- SEAB: Important dates for candidates
- MOE: The PSLE scoring system
- MOE: Curriculum for secondary schools (subject levels and Higher Mother Tongue in Sec 1)