Who We Are
The William Soeryadjaya Academy for Teaching Excellence (WSA) is a professional development provider dedicated to empowering educators across Indonesia. Inspired by the legacy of the late Om William—whose commitment to giving back to society led to the founding of schools across the nation—WSA continues his vision by supporting teachers in their journey to deliver quality education.
At WSA, we believe that great teaching transforms lives. That’s why we focus on strengthening professional practice in the classroom—because when teachers grow, students thrive. Through our thoughtfully designed courses and workshop programs, we provide educators with effective, engaging, and practical learning experiences.
Whether you're looking to develop and enhance your teaching practice, WSA is committed to providing you with an effective and engaging learning experience.
Our Vision
A community of inspired educators nurturing the next generation
Our Values: Inspire
INTEGRITY
We will conduct ourselves with honesty, always do what is right to others
NURTURING
We will care and develop others by seeing and bringing out the best in everyone
SERVING
We will attend to the needs of others with humility and quiet self-confidence
PERSEVERING
We will keep trying and doing our best in all circumstances.
INVOLVED
We will make every effort to engage others sincerely and impact their lives positively.
RESPECTFUL
We will always honour and regard others as equals.
EXCELLENCE
We will always aim to produce high-quality outcomes, striving to surpass ourselves.
Our Mission
Engaging Hearts
Enriching Minds
Empowering Hands
Meet the Team Behind Inspired Classrooms
Meet our trainers
Our trainers help teachers reimagine learning with fresh ideas and practical tools. Rooted in pedagogy and active classrooms, they’re shaping the next generation of learners.
Femi Ardianingtias
Senior Trainer / CICTL Programme Leader
Femi is a certified Programme Leader for the Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (CICTL) and currently leads the programme at the William Soeryadjaya Academy for Teaching Excellence.
She brings over 20 years of experience in both formal and non-formal education, with a strong focus on SPK schools in Indonesia. Her teaching spans all levels—from preschool to senior high school—and includes over a decade in leadership roles, including seven years as Kepala Sekolah.
Cyndia Leow
Senior Trainer / Principal Consultant
Cyndia is an experienced educator with a rich background in teaching and leadership across Singapore, Australia, and Indonesia.
She has served as an Educational Technology Officer at Singapore’s Ministry of Education, led professional development at an SPK school in Indonesia, and was Deputy Director of Humanities at a private school in Australia—where she championed ICT integration, Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL), and tools like GIS, Plickers, and CPS. Now based in Melbourne, she owns a tuition centre.
Hanifah
Senior Trainer / Clinical Psychologist
Hanifah is the founder and director of Peony Kids Centre. She is a certified Clinical Psychologist and doctoral candidate at Atma Jaya University.
With expertise in Therapeutic Play, she is a member of the American Psychological Association and Play Therapy International. She has led numerous workshops for schools and parents on counselling, classroom management, and parenting.
Novita Ambarsari Harjono
Senior Trainer
Novita is an experienced educator and school leader with over 20 years of experience in education and more than 8 years in leadership, including serving as Principal of a Cambridge school. Her teaching experience spans all levels, from kindergarten to adult education, with strong expertise in pedagogy, student-centered learning, and inclusive education
She is a certified Cambridge Exams Officer, a Ministry of Education-certified educator in Indonesia, and a Guru Penggerak. Passionate about supporting students with special educational needs. She is committed to promoting educational excellence, continuous improvement, and an approach that combines international standards with strong national values.
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