Singapore Junior Chemistry Olympiad (SJChO)

The Singapore Junior Chemistry Olympiad (SJChO) is an annual Chemistry Olympiad competition in Singapore, that engages Secondary 1 to Secondary 4 students to showcase their chemical knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and challenge themselves. One of the most prestigious chemistry competitions in Singapore, it aims to inspire a deep appreciation for Chemistry, and encourage young students to further explore it. Participants in the SJChO gain exposure to a diverse range of challenging topics and real-world applications, and top participants in the SJChO can be identified and earmarked for future training and participation in competitions like the Singapore Chemistry Olympiad (SChO) and International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO).

Learning and mastering your concepts is essential to doing well in the SJChO and Chemistry Olympiad competitions in general.

Our Chemistry tutors have specially crafted an SJChO syllabus that specifically addresses the challenges of the Singapore Junior Chemistry Olympiad, and the associated Singapore Chemistry League (SChL). From theoretical foundations to practical applications, we aim to immerse participants in our training in a holistic learning experience, that not just enables your child to approach any question with a well-rounded perspective, but gives them the passion to continue pursuing Chemistry even beyond the competition.

Chemistry Olympiad Syllabus

Lesson	Topic	Content
1	Stoichiometry and Redox Reactions	Balanced Stoichiometric Equations Redox Reactions Calculations of Reacting Masses, Solution Concentrations Mathematical Problem-Solving
2	Atomic Structures	Electronic Shells Rules for Electronic Configurations Electrostatic Effects
3	Chemical Bonding	Ionic Bonding Covalent Bonding Metallic Bonding Lattice Structures
4	Chemical Bonding and Molecular Geometry	VSEPR Theory Intermolecular Forces
5	Kinetics	Reaction Rate Theory Collision and Transition State Theory Rate Laws Activation Energy and Deducing Reaction Order
6	Thermodynamics	Bond Energies Hess’ Law Enthalpy Entropy
7	Equilibria	Le Chatelier’s Principle Calculations involving Equilibrium Constants Gibbs Free Energy
8	Acids and Bases	Arrhenius, Bronsted-Lowry, and Lewis Theory Weak Acids and Bases pH Calculations involving Acids and Bases Titration
9	Electrochemistry	Half cells and Electrode Potential Electrovoltaic Cell Electrolysis Metal Extraction
10	Physical Chemistry Recap	Atoms and Structures Recap Kinetics, Thermodynamics, Equilibria Recap Calculation Questions Practice
11	Introduction to Organic Chemistry	Organic Structures Functional Groups Stereochemistry Organic Reaction Types
12	Organic Chemistry Structures and Isomerism	Alkanes Alkenes Structural and Stereoisomerism
13	Organic Chemistry Structures and Reactions	Alcohols Carbonyl Compounds Carboxylic Acids Nucleophiles and Electrophiles
14	Organic Chemistry Recap	Recap of Important Reactions Recap of Functional Groups Recap of Stereochemistry
15	Qualitative Analysis	Cations and Anions Describing Reactions
16	Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry	Periodic Table and Periodicity Group 2 and Group 17
17	Introduction to Transition Metals	Common Properties Complexes Crystal Field Theory
18	Introduction to Practical Techniques	Titration Techniques Qualitative Analysis Techniques Accuracy Tips
19	Introduction to Organic Synthesis	Separation Techniques Chromatography Synthesis Techniques
20	Overall Recap and SJChO Mock Test	Organic Chemistry Olympiad Revision Physical Chemistry Olympiad Revision Addressing Questions Revision Chemistry Olympiad Practice Paper

That said, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach at all. Our philosophy revolves around the importance of personalized attention, and our Singapore Junior Chemistry Olympiad Tutors are dedicated to comprehending your child’s unique strengths and finding the optimal approach for them.

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