Happy Lunar New Year!

We would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone celebrating the Lunar New Year a prosperous Year of the Snake! May you glide through challenges with wisdom and grace, and find fortune at every tune.

What does the Year of the Snake means for students?

The Year of the Snake brings opportunities for focus, growth, and resilience for students. Known for its symbolism of intelligence and introspection, this zodiac year encourages strategic learning and personal development. Students can thrive by setting realistic goals, staying curious, and embracing challenges as growth opportunities. Patience and careful planning will be key to navigating any hurdles, while finding balance will help maintain energy and focus.
With wisdom and perseverance, the Year of the Snake promises a rewarding journey of academic success and self-discovery.

A chat with Daniel Hurtado, Academic Manager

With over 20 years of experience in leading and managing community and socioeconomic development initiatives across the U.S. and Malaysia, Daniel Hurtado brings a wealth of expertise to the field of education.

His unexpected journey into education began in high school when his family hosted Japanese exchange students. During this time, he discovered a passion for helping students improve their English skills and adjust to life in a new country. While attending university in California, Daniel formed close connections with Malaysian students and visited Malaysia several times. What captivated him most was Malaysia’s rich cultural diversity—a nation where multiple cultures are celebrated and preserved with genuine pride. These formative experiences, combined with his background in community development, naturally paved the way for his career in education.

All these have deeply influenced Daniel’s approach to education, enabling him to foster a unique and thriving learning environment for both students and staff in Malaysia’s multicultural society. In this article, read more about what brought Daniel from the USA to Malaysia, and his vision for the students, staff, and the future of ELC Malaysia.

Read more about Daniel’s journey here →

Our December 2024 Students Activities

A midday chit chat at the Café. Our students enjoyed a lively afternoon at the café, honing their English skills while forging friendships in a chilled atmosphere.

An evening at Yakisoul Izakaya Bar. Our students indulged in a memorable evening at Yakisoul Izakaya Bar, savouring authentic yakitori Japanese cuisine, enjoying live music, and drinks in a relaxed and cosy set up.

Exploring GMBB Art Gallery. Our students delved into captivating art, immersed themselves in  art cultures, and discovered inspiring creative spaces. GMBB is a creative community mall that aspires to be an enterprising hub for Malaysian creatives, artists and artisans to do more together. An afternoon of immersive experience.

Get to know us better

Find out what we’ve been up to in the past year with updates on our accreditation, awards and news releases.