Meet the Educators Behind ZERA International School

At ZERA International School, our dedicated professionals are passionate about nurturing and inspiring the leaders of tomorrow. Together, we create a supportive environment that fosters growth and learning.

Our team in numbers

One proudly Malaysian team of educators and support staff, dedicated to every child.

35+
Educators & support staff
across teaching, pastoral and support roles
4
Languages spoken
English · Bahasa Melayu · 中文 · Tamil
10+
Years' average teaching experience
<25
Students per class
small classes, by design

Leadership & Board

Setting the vision and stewarding ZERA's values-led growth.

Alex Heng Xuan Yi — Chief Executive Officer & Academic Director
Alex Heng Xuan Yi
Chief Executive Officer & Academic Director

Alex sets ZERA's vision and academic direction across all our programmes — championing a humanistic education where character grows alongside achievement and every child's potential is unlocked.

Jared Lee Rui Wen — Operation Director
Jared Lee Rui Wen
Operation Director

Jared leads the operations that keep school life running smoothly — facilities, meals and transport — so our teachers can give their full attention to the students.

Lau Cheong Hooi — Board Member
Lau Cheong Hooi
Board Member

A guiding voice on ZERA's board, Lau Cheong Hooi helps steward the school's long-term vision and values-led growth.

Tay Wen Chang — Board Member
Tay Wen Chang
Board Member

Tay Wen Chang serves on ZERA's board, supporting the school's strategic direction and its commitment to nurturing courageous, compassionate and committed leaders.

Our Educators

The principals, coordinators and teachers who lead learning at ZERA every day.

Helena Lee — Principal
Helena Lee
Principal

Helena leads with a deeply personal approach, ensuring every learner feels seen, supported and challenged to grow.

Shiryn Goh — Principal, zera PLUS Programme
Shiryn Goh
Principal, zera PLUS Programme

Shiryn leads zera PLUS with specialist insight and warmth, tailoring support so every learner can progress with confidence and dignity.

Wafi Abdul — Cambridge Coordinator · Head of Pastoral
Wafi Abdul
Cambridge Coordinator · Head of Pastoral

As Cambridge Coordinator and Head of Pastoral, Wafi looks after the wellbeing side of school life — making sure every Cambridge student feels known, supported and ready to learn.

Low Zi Xin — Cambridge Coordinator · Head of Academic
Low Zi Xin
Cambridge Coordinator · Head of Academic

As Cambridge Coordinator and Head of Academic, Zi Xin drives curriculum planning and teaching quality across the Cambridge Pathway, from Primary through IGCSE.

Nanthini Raja Gopalu — Cambridge Subjects Lead
Nanthini Raja Gopalu
Cambridge Subjects Lead

As Subjects Lead, Nanthini coordinates our subject teams and keeps teaching aligned with Cambridge standards across year groups.

Nur Shahidah — Teacher Librarian
Nur Shahidah
Teacher Librarian

A Teacher Librarian with 13 years of experience in international school primary education. Holds a Bachelor's Degree (Hons.) in Library Science and Information Management and is passionate about promoting literacy, reading skills, and lifelong learning through an engaging and supportive environment.

Kathy Lim Le Shan — Cambridge Subject Teacher
Kathy Lim Le Shan
Cambridge Subject Teacher

Kathy brings energy and care to her Cambridge classes, helping students build confidence and strong subject fundamentals.

Full-team photo coming soon
Our full team together — photo coming this term.

Admissions & Family Support

The friendly faces who guide your family from first hello to first day of school.

Chloe Soh Hui Ting — Admissions Officer
Chloe Soh Hui Ting
Admissions Officer

Chloe is often the first friendly face a family meets, guiding parents through every step of the admissions journey with warmth and clarity.

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