Learning & Brain Development Advisor, Fortis International School
Ichin Low is an experienced learning and brain development specialist, educator, and trainer with extensive expertise in talent profiling, learning styles, cognitive development, and personal growth. As Co-Founder of LUMINOUS and a Senior DMIT Consultant, she has worked closely with families, educators, and organisations to help individuals better understand their strengths, learning preferences, and developmental potential.
Having consulted more than 9,200 families and trained over 30,000 individuals, Ichin brings valuable insights into student development, motivation, communication, and personalised learning approaches. At Fortis International School, she provides advisory support in talent identification, student development, learning pathways, and parent engagement initiatives, helping students discover their strengths and maximise their potential.
Qualifications and Highlights
Co-Founder of LUMINOUS
Senior DMIT Consultant & Brain Development Trainer
HRD Corp Certified Trainer
Guided & Consulted More Than 9,200 Families
Trained More Than 30,000 Individuals Across Education & Corporate Sectors
Meryn Ooi
English and Student Support Coordinator, Fortis International School
An experienced educator and former preschool principal with a strong background in student leadership, English language development, and student support.
Known for her warm personality and strong rapport with students, Meryn is passionate about helping learners build confidence in communication. Her work supports students as they strengthen English proficiency, develop self-belief, and feel more comfortable participating in their learning journey.
Qualifications and Highlights
Former preschool principal
Experienced educator with a background in student leadership
Strong focus on English language development
Experienced in student support and learner confidence-building
Known for warm student rapport and supportive communication
Confidence in English grows when students feel safe to speak, practise and improve
This quote reflects Meryn’s student-centred approach to English learning. It shows that language confidence grows through encouragement, practice, and emotional safety.
Pong Su Ling
Student Development and Programmes Officer, Fortis International School
A dedicated educator and former government school teacher with extensive experience in student development, school programmes, leadership activities, and student engagement.
She is passionate about nurturing students beyond the classroom. Her work supports enrichment opportunities, leadership activities, and international summer camps that help students build confidence, responsibility, teamwork, and broader life skills.
Qualifications and Highlights
Former government school teacher
Experienced in student development and school programmes
Skilled in leadership activities and student engagement
Supports enrichment programmes and international summer camps
Passionate about holistic student growth beyond the classroom
Students discover leadership when they are given the right experiences beyond the classroom.
This quote reflects Su Ling’s belief that student development happens through meaningful participation, enrichment, and opportunities to take responsibility.
Lee Wai Heng
IGCSE Academic Officer, Fortis International School
An experienced academic leader with more than 13 years of experience in IGCSE education. His work covers teacher development, curriculum planning, learning materials development, and academic support for students preparing for important examination pathways.
Lee has guided numerous students towards strong IGCSE results and plays a key role in maintaining academic excellence at Fortis International School. His experience helps strengthen the quality of teaching, the clarity of learning pathways, and the consistency of academic expectations.
Qualifications and Highlights
13+ years of experience in IGCSE education
Experienced in teacher development and academic support
Skilled in curriculum planning and learning materials development
Has guided students towards strong IGCSE results
Supports teacher quality and effective learning pathways
Strong IGCSE outcomes come from clear pathways, capable teachers and consistent academic support
This quote reflects Lee’s focus on structured academic preparation. It connects student results with strong planning, quality teaching, and steady support.
Chong Tze Lin
Legal, Risk and Governance Advisor, Fortis International School
An experienced legal practitioner with more than 17 years of expertise in corporate and commercial law, litigation, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
Her background includes experience with Baker McKenzie / Wong & Partners and matters involving the High Court and Court of Appeal. She has advised across Malaysia and Southeast Asia, bringing strong legal judgement and governance perspective to Fortis International School.
Qualifications and Highlights
17+ years of legal practice and advisory experience
Former Baker McKenzie / Wong & Partners lawyer
Specialist in corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters
Expert in legal risk management and governance
Experienced in High Court and Court of Appeal litigation
Trusted legal advisor across Malaysia and Southeast Asia
Good governance protects the school, its people and its long-term mission
This quote reflects Chong Tze Lin’s legal and governance role. It shows that risk management is not only about compliance, but also about protecting the school’s purpose and community.
Loh Wei Chong
Finance and Governance Advisor, Fortis International School
An experienced finance and education management professional with extensive expertise in financial management, organisational governance, operational oversight, and regulatory compliance.
He brings experience supporting education centre governance and leadership, helping institutions operate with stronger financial discipline, accountability, and long-term planning. His role provides Fortis International School with advisory support in areas that are essential to institutional stability.
Qualifications and Highlights
Commonwealth Executive MBA (CEMBA)
Finance and governance professional
Specialist in financial management and organisational oversight
9+ years in education centre governance and leadership
Experienced in regulatory compliance, risk management, and strategic planning
Strong governance gives a school the stability to grow with confidence
This quote reflects Loh Wei Chong’s focus on financial sustainability and responsible oversight. It communicates that a strong school needs sound management behind its academic mission.
Professor Dato' Dr Halim Hamat
Academic and Research Advisor, Fortis International School
A distinguished geneticist, molecular biologist, and academic leader with more than 40 years of experience in higher education, research, and industry.
His career includes pioneering contributions to genetic engineering and biotechnology in Malaysia, as well as senior leadership experience in university and industry settings. His background brings strong academic credibility, scientific depth, and international perspective to Fortis International School.
Qualifications and Highlights
PhD in Genetic Engineering, University of Washington, USA
Pioneer in genetic engineering and biotechnology in Malaysia
Former Professor and Board Director, University Malaysia Kelantan
40+ years of academic, research, and industry leadership
Experienced in international collaboration and scientific innovation
Future-ready education must connect academic knowledge with curiosity, research and real-world innovation
This quote reflects Professor Dato’ Dr Halim’s academic and research background. It frames strong education as a bridge between knowledge, inquiry, and practical innovation.
Dr. Jasmine Ng Yon Hui
Special Needs & Inclusive Education Advisor, Fortis International School
Dr. Jasmine Ng Yon Hui is a respected Educational Psychologist and Special Needs Education Specialist. She brings extensive experience in child development, learning intervention, inclusive education, and educator training.
Her advisory role supports Fortis International School in creating learning pathways that are more responsive to different student needs. Her expertise helps the school strengthen inclusive education practices, child-centred support, and intervention planning.
At Fortis International School, Dr. Jasmine advises on how to create supportive and inclusive learning environments where every child is better understood, guided, and given the opportunity to reach their potential.
Qualifications and Highlights
Doctor of Educational Psychology
Expert in special needs and inclusive education
Specialist in child development and learning intervention
Founder and leader in special needs education
Experienced in educator training and inclusive learning support
Inclusive education begins when we understand how each child learns
This quote reflects Dr. Jasmine’s focus on child-centred support. It communicates that inclusion starts with understanding individual learning needs before planning the right guidance.
Annanthy A/P Ganesan
Vice Principal, Head of Primary & Operations, Fortis International School
A highly respected educational leader with more than 32 years of experience in education. Her expertise spans academic leadership, primary education, teacher development, student wellbeing, and school operations.
Before joining Fortis International School, Annanthy served for more than 28 years at Taylor’s International School and 5 years at Sayfol International School, holding both teaching and leadership roles. Her experience covers academic operations, teacher training, curriculum implementation, quality assurance, student development, and school management.
Qualifications and Highlights
32+ years in education
28+ years of leadership and teaching experience at Taylor’s International School
5 years of experience at Sayfol International School
Specialist in academic excellence, curriculum quality, and teacher development
Experienced in international school leadership and operations
Strong background in primary education and student wellbeing
A strong school is built on care, discipline and consistent quality in every classroom.
This quote captures Annanthy’s focus on dependable school operations and high-quality teaching. It communicates that student growth depends on both care and consistency.
Laurence Harriman
Vice Principal, Fortis International School
An experienced international educator and native English speaker from the United Kingdom. He brings a strong background in Cambridge secondary education, English language development, student development, and educational leadership.
Qualifications and Highlights
Native English speaker from the United Kingdom
Experienced international school educator and secondary leader
Specialist in Cambridge secondary education and English development
International experience across Europe, the Middle East, China, and Malaysia
Passionate about student growth, wellbeing, and leadership
Multilingual communicator with a global perspective
Students grow best when they feel known, supported and confident to communicate with the world.
This quote reflects Laurence’s focus on student confidence, wellbeing, and communication. It positions learning as both academic progress and personal growth.
Sally Chong Wen Hui
Principal, Fortis International School
An experienced international school leader with more than 15 years of experience in Cambridge international education. She has served in key academic leadership roles including Principal, Curriculum and Assessment Coordinator, Cambridge Exams Officer, and IGCSE educator.
Qualifications and Highlights
Master of Education (M.Ed.)
Principal and academic leader in international education
15+ years in Cambridge international education
Specialist in curriculum, assessment, and academic excellence
Experienced in teacher development and school improvement
Advocate for innovation, digital learning, and future-ready education
Academic excellence begins with a learning culture where every student is supported, challenged and prepared for the future.
This quote highlights Sally’s belief that strong academic outcomes come from more than curriculum alone. Students need structured support, high expectations, and future-ready learning experiences.
Andrew Loh Wei Keong
Chairman & Founder, Fortis International School
Andrew Loh is an education entrepreneur, business strategist, and founder with more than 13 years of experience in the education industry. Throughout his career, he has built and expanded multiple education ventures spanning student care, enrichment programmes, language education, educator development, international education, and school leadership.
Qualifications and Highlights
MBA, GSM, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
Founder of 6 education brands and 7 campuses
5,000+ students impacted through educational initiatives
Mentor and advisor to education organisations with 250+ teachers
13+ years in education leadership and school growth
Passionate about building future-ready education ecosystems
Every child can succeed when guided with the
right system, discipline and support.
Over the years, Andrew has founded seven education brands, established seven education branches and campuses, and contributed to the educational journey of more than 5,000 students. In addition to leading his own institutions, he serves as a mentor and strategic advisor to education organisations comprising more than 250 teachers and 1,500 students, supporting leadership development, organisational growth, and educational excellence.
As Chairman and Founder of Fortis International School, Andrew provides strategic leadership and long-term vision, working closely with the leadership team to build a future-focused learning environment that empowers students to thrive academically, personally, and globally.