Dalena van der Westhuizen is the co-founder and MD of BrainAbility, a cognitive development specialist, a master brain coach and an internationally certified cognitive coach. She translates the latest international cognitive research and best practice into strategies that can be applied by parents and educators alike.
Concerned about your child’s learning? Learn about identifying learning
difficulties and when to seek help. Expert advice for SA homeschooling parents.
Boost your child’s success. Learn about executive function skills development and how SA exam time reveals areas for support
Practical tips to help your child overcome procrastination. Boost cognitive & executive function skills for SA student success.
Explore top educational technology for self-directed learning. See recommendations for free platforms like Khan Academy, Duolingo, and Scratch.
Help your child master planning and prioritising. Here are practical ways to teach executive function skills for children in a South African homeschool setting.
Transform your child’s learning with these 5 science-backed study tips from cognitive expert Dalena van der Westhuizen. Study smart, not hard.
5 essential ‘don’ts’ for parenting a child with ADHD. Learn expert strategies to avoid pitfalls and build a supportive environment for your daughter.
Debunking the learning styles myth for homeschooling parents. Discover why focusing on cognitive skills unlocks your child’s true potential.
Struggling with parenting a teen? Learn about teenage brain development and get practical tips for understanding the teenage brain in South Africa.
Looking for dyslexia support? Dalena van der Westhuizen offers practical learning strategies for dyslexia, addressing its effects on maths and memory.
