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Pelican Grammar School

OUR TEAM

BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Mr Afandi

Mr. Bahtiar Afandi

CHAIRMAN

We are honoured to welcome Mr. Bahtiar Afandi as Chairman of our Board of Advisors. With over 35 years of distinguished service in education, Mr. Afandi brings unparalleled experience, leadership, and vision to our school community.

Key Highlights & Achievements:

  • Pioneer in School Leadership: First Principal in Sarawak to lead a Smart School, Fully Residential School, Cluster of Excellent Schools, High Performing School, Band 1 Trust School, TS25 Transformation School, and International Secondary School.

  • National Recognition:
    • Excellent Civil Service Award (2003, 2009, 2015)
    • Sarawak Chief Minister Special Award for Excellent School (2016)
    • National Excellent STEM Icon & Teacher Leadership Award (2017)
    • Excellent Principals Award, Ministry of Education (2018)

  • Extensive Educational Leadership: Former Senior Assistant Director for Science, Mathematics & Technology at Sarawak Education Department.

  • Broad Teaching Experience: Physics, Mathematics, Science, and English across international, national, fully residential, day, and religious secondary schools.

  • Qualifications: B.Sc. in Physics (University of Kent, UK), MA in Education (University of Lancaster, UK), Postgraduate Certificate of Education (Penang National Teachers College), NPQH (2000), Diploma in Management & Educational Leadership (Inst. Aminuddin Baki, 2001)

  • Languages: Fluent in English, Bahasa Malaysia, Hokkien, and Italian

  • Community Engagement: High Council Committee Member, Sarawak Professional Educators Association; Sarawak Chapter President, American Field Service International Student Exchange Program

With his extensive experience and visionary leadership, Mr. Afandi is poised to guide Pelican Grammar School to new heights of excellence.

Dr Chia

Dr. Chia Chee Fen

Member

Dr. Chia Chee Fen brings decades of leadership and expertise in curriculum development, higher education management, and teacher professional development.

Key Highlights & Achievements:

  • Educational Leadership & Innovation: Former Principal and CEO of KDU College/University College; designed and launched programs at International Medical University; contributed to curriculum design and teacher development at the Aquila Foundation.

  • Teaching Excellence: Over 35 years of teaching Mathematics, Science, and Physics; national-level trainer for Malaysian Smart Schools.

  • Academic Credentials: Ph.D. in Education (University of Malaya), Master in Education (University of Malaya), B.Sc. Hons in Physics (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia)

  • Awards & Recognition: Toray Science Education Award (1994); recognised as Best Graduate in Physics (1983)

  • Research & Publications: Contributions to creative teaching, STEM education, and teacher development; research on enhancing creativity in students and teachers.

  • Professional Development: Executive programs at INSEAD, Wharton, University of California; leadership roles in MAPCU

Dr. Chia’s expertise in curriculum innovation, teacher training, and institutional leadership brings invaluable insight to our school’s journey toward educational excellence.

Dr. Gerard Kho

Member

Dr. Gerard Kho offers extensive leadership experience across education, business, and strategic development, with a strong record in building high-impact organisations in Southeast Asia.

Key Highlights & Achievements:

  • Education Leadership & Impact Ventures: CEO of AQUILA Foundation; led commercial transformation at ACE EdVenture, supporting 2,500+ students.

  • Strategic Business Leadership: Senior advisor at Morgan Philips Group; scaled businesses in property, real estate, and F&B sectors; led digital transformation at WebTVAsia.

  • Global and Regional Expertise: Former CMO, Sunway Group and Medini Iskandar Malaysia; founded successful real estate ventures in Australia, Singapore, and Malaysia.

  • Academic Credentials: Doctor of Strategic Leadership, Strategic Foresight (Regent University); Master of Commerce, Management Accounting (University of Sydney); Bachelor of Laws & Bachelor of Medical Science (University of Sydney)

  • Vision for Education: Brings strategic foresight, operational discipline, and community-focused innovation to create sustainable, high-performing educational ventures.

Dr. Gerard’s guidance supports our mission to make world-class education accessible to all students.