Mon - Fri: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm (School Time)

Elpida Centre: A Holistic & Nurturing Learning Community Base In Seri Kembangan, Serdang,

Dr. Wai Kok Poh
Teacher

Mathematics
Additional Mathematics
Biology
Physics
Chemistry

Academic Background

* PhD in Engineering Science – Specialised in AI for time series forecasting
* Master’s in Engineering Science – Membrane technology & water quality research
* Degree in Chemical Engineering

Teaching Experience

* Private Home Tutor (since 2014)
* Elpida Centre (2022–2023) – IGCSE Science & Mathematics Teacher
* Data Scientist – proficient in Python & TypeScript programming

Teaching Philosophy

I believe in studying smart, not hard. I focus on building students’ confidence and strong conceptual understanding, while guiding them to extract key information from textbooks for more efficient learning.

Certifications & Achievements

Proficient in MS office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Skilled in python programming, typescript and html
First Author of Q1 scientific journal (researcher profile https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=_uJzV0MAAAAJ)
Badminton coach with Level 1 national coaching license

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A learning centre plus Christian church-school with the aim to empower young lives with 21st century knowledge and skills based on biblical principles."

At Elpida Centre, we believe that education is more than just academics - it's about nurturing well-rounded individuals who are prepared for life. With more than 10 years of experience in homeschooling education, a dedicated team of over 15 educators, and a dynamic learning environment, we provide students with the best oppurtunities to grow, excel, and discover their passions.

Fees are varied based on year level. For an accurate and detailed fee breakdown, we encourage parents to schedule a visit.

Our hours are from 10 AM to 4 PM; however, we encourage students to reach out by 9:30 AM daily.

Yes, we do accept children with special needs. However, enrolment is subject to a diagnostic assessment to evaluate the child’s needs and determine whether our teaching staff and learning environment can provide appropriate support.

“Elpida Homeschool is rooted in a vibrant church environment, raising up children in the Word of God, instilling biblical values, and shaping Christlike character through the power of the Holy Spirit.”

IGCSE stands for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education, a globally recognized qualification for students typically aged 14-16. It serves as an internationally-valued alternative to the UK GCSE, recognised by universities and employers worldwide, and helps prepare students for further education. Offered by examination boards such as Cambridge Assessment International Education and Pearson Edexcel, IGCSEs provide a broad range of subjects and a flexible curriculum designed for international learners.

Our classrooms are small in scale, allowing each learner to receive full attention and personalised guidance. In this intimate setting, educators become facilitators who observe, listen, and scaffold learning, rather than delivering information for passive absorption.

Morning session: Enrichment programs Noon session: Academics Afternoon session: Activities

We’re not a traditional school — learning here goes beyond books. Our activities are designed to enhance academic learning, not replace it. Parents receive daily updates via WhatsApp on each child’s lesson progress.

We generally follow the government school holiday calendar, though there may be slight differences depending on our internal schedule and programs.

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We are based in Seri Kembangan, Serdang — a learning centre and Christian homeschool dedicated to equipping young lives with 21st-century knowledge and skills, grounded in biblical principles.