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Ying Jie - Educational Therapist

Ying Jie Ong

Therapy Programme Lead

Ying Jie is an educational and developmental therapist, as well as the founder of Renewed Hope Education & Therapy. She began her journey 10 years ago as a tutor and social coach for neurotypical and neurodiverse students. She has a wealth of experience supporting students in both mainstream and special education settings, including Cleverland Tutorial Centre, JustEdu Student Care, The Early Intervention Centre and Connect and Communicate.

 

Ying Jie is passionate about supporting students in academic and social-emotional learning. This led her to pursue postgraduate training in educational therapy from Regent University and the National Institute for Learning Development (NILD). Over the years, she saw the need for an integrative approach towards academic and social-emotional learning, which is lacking in Singapore. She started Renewed Hope to promote an integrative learning approach and to help students achieve breakthroughs in their learning.

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"If you love me, don't accept me as I am."

- Dr. Reuven Feuerstein

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Inspired by the work of Dr. Reuven Feuerstein, Ying Jie believes that every student is capable of growth when given the right support. She celebrates her students for who they are but never accepts their limitations as they are. She spurs them on towards greater growth by working closely with their families.

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Qualifications & Trainings

  • Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), Murdoch University

  • Licensed Practitioner: Learning Propensity Assessment Device (Primary), The Feuerstein Institute

  • Developing Cognitive Competencies, NILD (Educational Therapy Level 1 Course, Orton-Gillingham Approach)

  • Rx for Discovery Math I & II, NILD

  • Social Thinking Workshops

  • DIR Floortime

  • The Greenspan Floortime Approach Professional Course

  • Play to Narrative Development, Dr. Carol Westby

  • Sandplay Skills for Counsellors, Dr. Sue Jennings

  • Basic Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)

Yvette was formerly a senior accountant. She spent 12 years in the corporate sector working for companies including ComfortDelgro and CapitaLand Financial Limited. When the calling of motherhood came, Yvette took a break from work and devoted 7 years to nurture her two daughters. During this time, she participated actively in youth ministry and served as a youth mentor.

 

Yvette saw the importance of a safe and conducive space to nurture children with full-time working parents. She also saw value in providing emotional coaching to children. This led her to join Ananias Student Care to gain experience and insight into student care operations. She also pursued training in emotional intelligence with the desire of helping children develop skills in emotional management. Yvette continues to equip herself with training in emotional intelligence. She also completed training as a social service assistant to better understand Singapore's social service framework and to improve her ability to render help.

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"Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it."

- Proverbs 22:6

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Yvette believes in coaching students through love and affirmation and sees great importance in nurturing their emotional wellbeing. She takes great joy in seeing her students grow well under her care.


Qualifications & Trainings

  • ACCA Professional Certificate

  • Emotional Intelligence 1 – The Path to Life Transformation, Life Enrichment Ministry (USA)

  • SGUS Social Service Assistant Programme, Social Service Institute

  • Social Thinking

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Yvette Chow

Student Care Programme Lead

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Gunaseelan Blessy Sharon

Educational & Developmental Therapist

Sharon is a psychology and sociology graduate with a deep passion for teaching and empowering young minds. Her experience in supporting children from diverse backgrounds has inspired her to work with students as an educational and developmental therapist to foster their growth and development.

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While completing her undergraduate studies, Sharon volunteered with Access, a social mobility organisation. There, she collaborated with esteemed corporate partners such as Google and Simmons & Simmons to organise events designed to inspire students and broaden their horizons. These initiatives emphasised how passion, curiosity, and hard work can lead to meaningful and fulfilling careers.

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Sharon also dedicated her time to volunteering with Club Rainbow, supporting chronically ill children and those with behavioural challenges. She provided individualised English and Maths tuition to children aged 9–11, adopting a compassionate and tailored approach to their unique learning needs.

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“Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.” — Psalm 127:3-5

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Sharon's philosophy centres on holistic development and recognising the importance of real-world exposure and personalised support in shaping young lives. A passionate advocate for social change, Sharon strives to break barriers and inspire connections that extend beyond traditional boundaries. Whether in the classroom or the community, she is committed to creating environments where children can thrive, learn, and realise their potential.​

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Qualifications & Trainings

  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology, University at Buffalo

  • Orton-Gillingham Basic Language Course

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