Our Story & History
Our Roots (2002)
Tara Foundation was incorporated on 10th January 2002. We began as a home dedicated to orphaned children. Initially located at Kampung Kasipillai, Jalan Ipoh, the home provided shelter, education, healthcare, and emotional support to 45 children.
The Evolution (2019)
In 2019, Tara Foundation transitioned into a free tuition center with a broader and more ambitious aim: to help as many B40 families as possible escape the vicious cycle of generational poverty. Our core focus shifted entirely to early education as the key intervention point.
The Cycle of Poverty We Break
The cycle of poverty is a self-perpetuating pattern where families remain trapped in poverty for at least two generations due to economic, social, and psychological barriers. We observed an alarming rate of school dropouts caused by a critical lack of early education during the pandemic era.
"The lack of early education—such as poor reading, writing, and counting skills—becomes a stumbling block. This prevents access to higher-paying jobs, trapping them in a vicious, self-perpetuating cycle"
We focus on developing and sustaining the formal education of children from B40 communities across Malaysia by catering to their unique learning needs via FREE after-school classes. Our method is designed to be highly effective and highly accessible.
Focus on B40
Early Education
Accessibility
Our Core Programme: Free After-School Tuition
Our ongoing programme operates at all our centers, using level-based education methodologies rather than chronological age grouping to ensure maximum learning effectiveness.
Academic Classes
We conduct individual placement tests to identify unique learning needs. Students are placed and nurtured according to their proficiency to ensure they build a strong foundation for their academic journey.
Enrichment (Non-Academic)
Includes sports, physical activities, and recreational sessions to foster discipline, leadership, and teamwork. We also offer motivational talks and arts for holistic development.
Subjects Offered
| Level | Subjects |
|---|---|
| Lower Primary (Standard 1-3) Offered Subjects : 4 |
Bahasa Melayu, English, Mathematics, Science |
| Upper Primary (Standard 4-6) Offered Subjects : 4 |
Bahasa Melayu, English, Mathematics, Science |
| Lower Secondary (Form 1-3) Offered Subjects : 4 |
Bahasa Melayu, English, Mathematics, Science |
| Upper Secondary (Form 4-5) Offered Subjects : 5 |
Bahasa Melayu, English, Mathematics, Science, Sejarah |
Our Beneficiaries
We usually recruit our students at targeted PPR flats or schools located within B40 communities. Our centers are deliberately located within walking distance of nearby PPRs to encourage attendance and student engagement. As part of our registration process, we require parents to disclose their household income to ensure help reaches those who need it most.
