Looking for a preschool in Malaysia that’s trusted, affordable, and actually fun?
Meet Smart Reader®️ Worldwide, the homegrown education icon shaping confident kids since 1987. From playful classrooms to purpose-driven learning, this is where Malaysia’s future begins.
From One Family’s Vision to a National Favourite
When parents in the late ’80s travelled miles for quality early education, Smart Reader Kids®️
stepped in with a simple promise: great learning, made accessible.
Founded in Damansara Heights by Dato’ Sri Dr. Richard Ong and Datin Sri Dato’ Dr. K.H. Wang, the brand grew fast and right.
Fast-forward to today:
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200+ centres across Malaysia
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International presence in Indonesia, Australia, UAE
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Cambodia launch in 2025 (Phnom Penh)
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Celebrating 25 years of franchising in 2025
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Now led by second-generation Executive Director Keefe Ong, Smart Reader blends legacy with a fresh, future-ready mindset. “We grew up with the brand, now we’re growing it for the next generation,” he says.
Learning That Feels Like Play (But Builds Real Skills) 🎨📚
Smart Reader Kids®️® runs on its signature Smart Reader Creative Teaching Methodology®️ a smart mix of play-based discovery and structured learning for ages 3–6, plus tutorials (7–12) and after-school care.
Why parents love it:
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- 🌍 Multilingual learning: English, BM, Mandarin, Tamil, Islamic studies
- 💡 Beyond academics: moral values, creative arts, financial literacy
- 🤝 Trusted partners like Hong Leong Bank (money smarts) and Aquaria KLCC
(environmental awareness)🏅 Programmes recognised by Ministry of Education Malaysia
The result? Kids who love learning, speak up with confidence, and grow with discipline.
Scaling With Heart, Not Just Numbers ❤
Growing big isn’t easy especially in early childhood education. Smart Reader keeps quality consistent by choosing franchise partners who care deeply.
Across borders, curricula are adapted to local cultures (yes, even Khmer-language learning in Cambodia).
COVID pushed digital upgrades to online training, virtual engagement, tech-assisted learning without losing the human touch kids need most.
What Success Really Looks Like 🌱
For Smart Reader, success isn’t flashy metrics. It’s happy parents, thriving children, and
teachers who stay for decades (many for 10–20+ years).
Nearly 40 years on, alumni continue to shine academically and in life. “Strong teams build strong children,” says Keith. And it shows.
What’s Next? Southeast Asia & Smart Tech 🚀
The next 5–10 years are all about deeper Southeast Asia expansion, a bigger footprint in
Australia, and AI-enhanced structured learning done responsibly, for young minds.
The mission stays clear: affordable, high-quality preschool education that shapes well-rounded humans.
Looking for a Tadika Near You? This Is Your Sign 👶✨
Whether you’re searching for a tadika near me, Islamic kindergarten Malaysia, or a
Mandarin preschool, Smart Reader Kids®️® delivers a smart, loving start.
📍 Find a centre near you: smartreader.edu.my
📞 Call: 1-300-88-5555
Because every child deserves a smart start and Malaysia’s been trusting Smart Reader for decades.
