Chief Academic Director | CAD
- 18+ years of teaching experience
- Multiple students achieved 100% (Top in the World) under Mr Austin’s guidance
- Cambridge IGCSE Math, Additional Math & Edexcel Mathematics Specialist
- Expert in examination techniques and mathematical problem-solving
- Leads Mathematics curriculum development and mentors Mathematics teachers
About Mr Austin
With over 18 years of teaching experience, Mr Austin is the Chief Academic Director at VBest and one of the organisation’s leading Mathematics educators. He specialises in Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics, Cambridge IGCSE Additional Mathematics and International Mathematics, helping students develop strong mathematical thinking, master examination techniques and achieve outstanding academic results.
Known for turning difficult mathematical concepts into clear, logical steps, Mr Austin has guided students of all abilities—from those building strong foundations to high achievers aiming for A* grades. His lessons focus on conceptual understanding rather than memorisation, enabling students to solve unfamiliar questions confidently and apply mathematical principles across different examination formats.
Beyond teaching, Mr Austin leads the development of Mathematics programmes, designs structured learning resources and mentors Mathematics teachers across the organisation. His students benefit from carefully designed teaching frameworks, progressive practice materials and proven examination strategies refined through years of classroom experience.
Teaching Approach
Mr Austin believes that Mathematics is best learnt through understanding, not memorisation.
His teaching methodology combines:
- Concept — Understand why mathematical principles work.
- Pattern — Recognise common examination question types.
- Technique — Apply efficient methods with confidence under examination conditions.
This structured CPT Methodology helps students develop deeper understanding, improve long-term retention and solve examination questions with greater accuracy and confidence.
Areas of Expertise
1. Cambridge Mathematics
- Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics
- Cambridge IGCSE Additional Mathematics
- International Mathematics
- Edexcel Mathematics (4MA1)
2. Examination Skills
- Cambridge examination techniques
- Mathematical reasoning
- Problem-solving strategies
- Higher-order thinking skills
Achievements
- Guided hundreds of students towards A*/A grades in Cambridge examinations
- 91% distinction rate across coached students
- Developed structured Mathematics programmes and examination resources
- Conducted intensive Cambridge IGCSE Final Lap Workshops for more than 200 students
- Speaker and trainer for Mathematics examination workshops
Competition & Academic Achievements
- Dean’s List recipient
- High Distinctions in Pre-University Mathematics
- National Mathematics Competition participant
- Hua Lo Keng Cup Mathematics Competition
- National Olympiad Mathematics Competition
- National Junior Mathematics Competition
- Smart Quiz Mathematics
Why Students Choose Mr Austin
Students benefit from Mr Austin’s combination of classroom expertise, curriculum leadership and specialist examination knowledge. Through structured lessons, proven teaching systems and carefully designed practice materials, he helps students develop confidence, improve problem-solving abilities and consistently achieve stronger results in Mathematics.
Top Students in The World
Mr Austin has guided multiple students to achieve 100% (Top in the World) in Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics, Cambridge IGCSE Additional Mathematics and Edexcel Mathematics. His structured teaching methodology, conceptual approach and proven examination strategies continue to help students achieve outstanding results in international Mathematics examinations.
IGCSE Final Lap Workshop
As part of his commitment to academic excellence, Mr Austin conducts intensive Cambridge IGCSE Final Lap Workshops to help students maximise their performance before the examinations. These workshops focus on high-yield concepts, common examination question patterns, proven solving techniques and effective examination strategies.
More than 200 students from MRSM and international schools attended the workshop, where they gained valuable revision strategies, increased confidence and practical techniques for tackling challenging IGCSE Mathematics and Additional Mathematics questions.
Each participant received Mr Austin’s carefully designed revision notes, developed to simplify complex concepts, strengthen problem-solving skills and maximise examination performance.
Collaboration with UK Educators
Mr Austin Lau with Ms Elizabeth Naomi Dubois, an experienced educator from the United Kingdom.
Through professional collaboration with international educators, Mr Austin continues to enhance his expertise in Cambridge Mathematics, curriculum development and effective teaching strategies.
