Mr Jason Lau – Former Hwa Chong Math HOD
Head of Mathematics Department, Hwa Chong Institution – 12+ Years of Educational Leadership
Former Math HOD
17 Years at Hwa Chong
Published Author
NUS Masters
Former Hwa Chong Institution Mathematics HOD – 17 Years of Excellence
When IP parents seek the very best Mathematics tuition for their children, credentials matter. At Future Academy, we offer something extraordinary: Mr Jason Lau, who served as Head of Department (HOD) for Mathematics at Hwa Chong Institution for over 12 years of his 17-year tenure at Singapore’s premier school.
Mr Lau didn’t just teach at Hwa Chong—he led the entire Mathematics department. He designed curriculum that prepared thousands of students for mathematical excellence. He trained and mentored the teachers who taught Hwa Chong students. He established the standards, methods, and expectations that define mathematics education at one of Asia’s most competitive schools.
This leadership perspective gives Mr Lau unique insight into what elite IP schools expect from students and how to develop these capabilities. He understands mathematics not just as subject content but as a way of thinking—logical reasoning, pattern recognition, creative problem-solving, and elegant solution-finding that distinguishes exceptional mathematicians from merely competent ones.
Professional Background: Hwa Chong Leadership Excellence
12+ Years as Head of Department (Mathematics) at Hwa Chong Institution
Being HOD at a top IP school isn’t simply a teaching role with administrative responsibilities—it’s genuine educational leadership requiring curriculum design, teacher training, and standard-setting at the highest level.
Curriculum Design & Development
As HOD, Mr Lau held ultimate responsibility for Hwa Chong’s entire Mathematics curriculum across all levels—determining topic sequences, depth of exploration, and how to scaffold learning from Sec 1 through A Level H2 Math.
Teacher Training & Mentorship
Mr Lau trained and mentored every Mathematics teacher at Hwa Chong. He didn’t just teach students—he taught teachers how to teach, developing meta-level understanding of mathematical pedagogy.
Assessment Design & Standards
Mr Lau established what constitutes excellence at Hwa Chong—determining assessment standards, problem types, and the level of mathematical communication expected from students.
17 Total Years at Hwa Chong – What He Taught:
Secondary Level Mathematics
JC Level Mathematics
What “Thousands of Students Excelling” Means at Hwa Chong
“Excelling” at Hwa Chong means: consistent A grades in demanding IP assessments, deep conceptual understanding supporting A Level H2 Math success, problem-solving flexibility for unfamiliar questions, mathematical maturity for university-level thinking, and competition abilities at national and international levels. Mr Lau developed these capabilities in thousands of Hwa Chong students—he can do the same for your child.
Educational Credentials: Advanced Mathematical Expertise
Master’s Degree in Statistics – NUS
Graduate-level expertise in probability theory, statistical inference, mathematical modeling, computational statistics, and advanced quantitative methods.
Bachelor’s in Mathematics (Honours) – NUS
Rigorous foundation in pure and applied mathematics with Honours designation indicating advanced coursework and research beyond standard degrees.
NIE Post-Graduate Diploma in Education
Singapore’s premier teacher training ensures pedagogical expertise combined with 17 years practical experience and 12+ years departmental leadership.
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Teaching Philosophy: Developing Mathematical Thinkers
“Too many students think mathematics is about memorizing formulas. Real mathematical thinking is about understanding principles, recognizing patterns, and applying logic. That’s what I teach.”
— Mr Jason Lau
Understanding Over Memorizing
Students don’t just learn formulas—they understand why they work, where they come from, and how to derive them. This makes formulas memorable because they’re meaningful, not arbitrary sequences to memorize.
Multiple Solution Paths
Mr Lau explores multiple approaches to problems, discussing when each works best. Students learn that most problems can be solved multiple ways, and if one approach doesn’t work, try another perspective.
Mathematical Maturity
“As a former HOD at Hwa Chong, I know exactly what IP schools expect. Our students learn to think like mathematicians—to see problems from multiple angles and find elegant solutions.”
Student Success Stories with Mr Jason Lau
Marcus – Hwa Chong Student Achieving Mathematical Excellence
Background
Already performing well at Hwa Chong, aspired to excel at highest levels
Goal
Deeper understanding, olympiad-level problem-solving, university preparation
Results
Consistent A’s + exceptional JC foundations
With Mr Jason Lau: Working with his former HOD, Marcus found exactly what he sought. Mr Lau challenged Marcus with enrichment problems, introduced mathematical proof techniques, encouraged exploration beyond standard curriculum, and developed problem-solving sophistication. Marcus consistently scored A grades throughout Secondary 3-4 and entered JC with exceptional mathematical foundations—the ability to approach unfamiliar problems confidently and find elegant solutions.
“Having Mr Lau teach Marcus was invaluable. As Marcus’s former HOD at Hwa Chong, Mr Lau knew exactly what Marcus needed—not just content but mathematical maturity. He pushed Marcus to think deeply about mathematics and showed him what’s possible beyond school curriculum.”
— Marcus’s Parent (Hwa Chong)
Daniel – SJI Student Building Problem-Solving Confidence
Background
SJI student with B+ grades, good technical skills
Challenge
Panicked when facing unfamiliar problems
Results
B+ → Consistent A’s + problem-solver mindset
With Mr Jason Lau: Mr Lau recognized Daniel’s solid technical skills and focused on building problem-solving confidence and flexibility. Daniel learned how to break complex problems into manageable parts, multiple approaches to common problem types, how to try different strategies when stuck, and how to think strategically. His grades improved to consistent A’s, but more importantly, he stopped fearing unfamiliar questions and started approaching them as interesting challenges.
“Mr Lau gave Daniel more than better grades—he gave him confidence in his mathematical thinking. Daniel now sees himself as a problem-solver, not just a formula-applier. That mindset will serve him throughout life.”
— Daniel’s Parent (SJI)
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