Qistine Loh Yen Yin

👋 Introduction

Hi, I’m Qistine Loh, the Founder and Managing Director of HI 5 SEN, and a passionate educator, therapist, and programme leader with over 15 years of experience in the field of Special Educational Needs (SEN). I bring a unique and hands-on approach to inclusive education, combining academic structure, behavioural therapy, and child-centred strategies. I continue to work closely with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams to provide a safe and nurturing learning environment for neurodivergent learners.

🎓 Education & Certifications

Qistine holds a Master in Special Educational Needs from the University of South Wales, UK. She also completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Pre & Primary Teacher Training from the Asian College of Teachers and a Professional Diploma in Special Education through College Allied Educator and Open University Malaysia. Her academic foundation is supported by a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing (Hons) from Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman.

She is certified in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), Speech Therapy Assistance, Phonics & Phonetics, and Child Psychology & Learning Disorder Management.

💼 Career Experience

Qistine brings a rich and varied background in special education:

• Founder & Managing Director at HI 5 SEN (2022–Present): Leads strategic direction, curriculum design, centre operations, staff training, and parent engagement across multiple branches.

  
  

• Branch Manager at Joyous Kiddy (2019–2021): Oversaw teacher training, IEP planning, behavioural support systems, and parent liaisons.

  
  

• Head Teacher at Headstart Academy (2018–2019): Supervised teachers, managed student progress, and implemented AEPS curriculum.

  
  

• Learning Support Assistant in the UK with New Direction Education (2016–2017): Provided 1:1 support for students with autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, and GDD.

  
  

• Play Therapist at Beautiful Gate Foundation (2014–2016): Conducted group activities, outings, and life skill development for teens and adults with disabilities.

  
  

• Special Needs Teacher at Taarana School (2013–2016): Delivered IEP-based lessons, behaviour management, and functional life skills training.

  
  

• Speech Therapy Assistant (2013–2015): Supported children in home-based sessions using PECS, cue cards, and Hanen approach.

🔍 Expertise Areas

Qistine specialises in:

• Early intervention and pre-vocational curriculum design

  
  

• Individualised Education Plans (IEPs)

  
  

• Positive Behaviour Support and visual aids

  
  

• Speech and communication strategies

  
  

• Parent coaching and team collaboration

  
  

• Inclusive learning for autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, and GDD

📝 Teaching Philosophy & Mission

Qistine believes that all children deserve to learn in an environment where they feel safe, accepted, and capable. Her approach focuses on making education functional, joyful, and accessible for every child, regardless of diagnosis.

Her mission is to support 10,000 neurodivergent children by 2030 through sustainable, community-based intervention centres across Malaysia.

🏠 Centre Leadership (HI 5 SEN)

Qistine currently leads HI 5 SEN’s flagship centres with a combined infrastructure that includes:

• 11 classrooms designed for 1:1 sessions, group learning, and behaviour-based support

  
  

• 2 sensory gyms and 1 sensory room for regulation and motor integration

  
  

• 2 Occupational Therapy rooms for daily living, sensory, and motor skill development

  
  

• A passionate team of 19+ staff delivering therapy and education

👨‍🎓 Community Involvement

Qistine has conducted parent-child outings, autism awareness events, and in-house training workshops. She mentors new educators and therapists and actively contributes to shaping inclusive education across the region.

Her most anticipated program, Sensory Camp, which involves parents and children in sensory-rich activities, has created a wave in the special needs community around Klang Valley. This also makes HI 5 SEN one of the pioneers of such a program.

🌟 Final Note

Qistine Loh is not just an educator — she is a builder of bridges between children and their potential. Her leadership at HI 5 SEN reflects a lifelong dedication to making learning possible, practical, and powerful for all.