Luke Chen
B.Sc. (Computer Science), B.A. (Economics)

Luke founded The Ark with the aim of creating a conducive, stimulating and safe environment for students of all walks of life, personalities and learning aptitudes. Inspired by his late grandmother, Mdm Lee Jack Cher (an ex-school teacher and principal of Da Hua Xue Xiao 大华学校) and dedicated teachers in his formative years, Luke strives to help students excel and push boundaries in learning through anecdotes and stories to make textbook content come alive.

Luke received a scholarship from the National Computer Board to pursue his double degree in Computer Science and Economics at Brown University in Providence, USA. After completing his bond, he joined Republic Polytechnic where he spent close to a decade in the School of Technology for the Arts. He now specialises in teaching Math and Science (Chemistry), delivering lively sessions that are often punctuated with laughter alongside intensive study and practice.

Andrew Chin
B.Eng (Hons), PGDE (NIE)

An ex-MOE teacher who has spent 15 years engaging with students from diverse age groups across Secondary, Junior College and Polytechnic levels, Andrew comes with a wealth of experience in pedagogy. A friendly and approachable tutor well-liked by students, he sincerely believes that teaching is about supporting students in their journey towards realising their full potential and aspirations in life. With faith and patience, Andrew works tirelessly to help learners recognise their own value and continually re-invent themselves to be the best they can be.

Andrew graduated as an electrical engineer from Nanyang Technological University and now specialises in teaching Physics, Electronics and Sports Science.

Benjamin Kartono
Ph.D., M.Sc., B.Eng., B.Sc.

Ben has more than 10 years of teaching experience as a university lecturer after completing his doctorate in Management at Cornell University (Ithaca, New York) under a scholarship from the Nanyang Technological University. Prior to joining the education sector, he had worked in the oil and petrochemical industry after graduating from the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, Michigan) with degrees in Chemical Engineering and Economics.

Ben believes that teaching is not only about training students to excel academically but also about helping them to develop a discerning and analytical mindset to solve problems, whether in the context of an exam question or a real-world issue. He values his students’ progress and well-being as his top priority having taught and supervised students across secondary, tertiary and postgraduate levels. He was a recipient of the Nanyang Business School’s Teaching Excellence Award, and now teaches Math and Science.

Rex Lee
Illustrator, Animator, Music Composer, Sound Designer

A skilled illustrator and animator, Rex currently leads the Animation and Sound Design efforts as Creative Director in Bold Ideas Studio. In his student years, he was a comic columnist for local newspaper Lianhe Zaobao, and bagged prestigious awards in his youth for outstanding achievements in art and design. Through his professional career, he has worked on projects ranging from television to digital animation features and commercials. Some of his productions have been aired over Kids Channel on local television, and others have bagged awards from international competitions.

Rex remains active in the local design and animation scene, and continues to contribute to the creative community the nurture of young talents through workshops and speaking engagements. He enjoys sharing his love for illustration with adults and kids alike through Inking Workshops conducted here at The Ark. In his free time, Rex plays the ukelele and the theremin.