Cas Olivier | Brain Development Specialist
Dr. Cas discoverer the existence on humankind’s inborn Thinking Tools and how thinking is led, guided and facilitated by the instinctive functioning of the innate mothership of all thinking which enables problem-solving and knowledge creation.
Cas developed and offers his learning programmes to teachers to enable them to become changing agents in an education system that promotes rote learning.
He has a unique touch and feel to facilitate changes in maths teaching to progress from traditional algorism and methods to the discovering of authentic maths concepts and patterns as they were discovered by leading mathematicians.

Leandra Hale | Resilience advocate & Public speaker
Leandra is the proud mother of Madelein and twins Berno and Jaco. Her journey through trials and challenges is an inspiring story of hope. Each victory, no matter how small, represents a step forward, even in the face of occasional setbacks. As she often says, “It’s not that something is impossible; we just haven’t found the answer yet.” Leandra is passionate about helping others by sharing her story, offering encouragement to everyone involved in each child’s unique journey.

Dr. Elijah Masubelele | Leadership Consultant & Author

Dr. Elijah Masubelele is a distinguished leadership scholar, renowned for his multifaceted expertise in psychology, law, and business. With a dynamic background spanning these diverse disciplines.  Masubelele has emerged as a thought leader and sought-after authority in the field of leadership development.  His insightful perspectives on psycho-social issues and relationships have psitioned him as a compelling voice in the public discourse on personal and professional growth.  Dr. Masubelele’s influence extends beyond written works, as he has been featured on numerous television shows, where his articulate insights captivate audiences and contribute to the broader understanding of effective leadership.  As a prolific author, he holds the distinction of being a best-selling author with a notable portfolio.

Marista Botha | Educator & Thinking Tools Professional Practitioner
“Educating is the most potent tool we have to reshape our world.” – Nelson Mandela
Marista Botha is a dedicated and passionate educator with a rich background in both public and independent schools. As a Thinking Tools Professional Practitioner, she specializes in nurturing critical thinking skills that empower learners to figure-out challenges through problem-solving.
Marista thrives on sharing her valuable teaching experiences with fellow educators, equipping them with effective teaching methods that make a difference. Her innovative approach to learning emphasizes hands-on experiences and overcoming challenges, fostering collaborative and creative learning environments.
Marista’s distinctive approach instills self-confidence and cultivates a willingness to embrace new challenges. She is both delighted and honored to accompany learners and teachers alike on their intermediate phase journeys, contributing to real-life solutions and growth.

Tanja de Jager | Tutor & Thinking Tools Professional Practitioner
Tanja is excelling as a Thinking Tool Specialist Tutor, providing support to learners across all school phases and subjects. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the development of learning materials and innovative activities. With a meticulous eye for detail, Tanja ensures that foundational concepts are firmly established, while also possessing the ability to create a comprehensive, big-picture view that completes her students’ learning journey.

Elma Dreyer | Educator & Thinking Tools Professional Practitioner
As an educator, Elma is deeply passionate about mathematics and effective learning strategies—a powerful combination for facilitating student success. She believes in empowering learners to excel by encouraging them to figure things out and grasp the underlying mathematical reasoning behind each concept. While Elma is driven by her students’ academic improvement, she places even greater value on the self-confidence they gain as they develop a growth mindset.

Anneke Gouws | Educator & Thinking Tools Professional Practitioner
Anneke firmly believes that learning is about developing and applying skills like mathematical reasoning. She guides her learners to discover math concepts and encourages them to think more deeply. When introducing new topics, Anneke helps her students uncover the “golden thread” by analyzing, evaluating, and synthesizing their prior knowledge with new discoveries. Her gentle approach, which allows learners to learn from their mistakes, instills the courage to take risks and explore new ideas.

Marjoh Hartslief | Educator & Thinking Tools Professional Practitioner
Marjoh’s ability to view situations from multiple perspectives gives her deep insight into how learners perceive learning and problem-solving. She believes that learners should have the opportunity to discover concepts for themselves, using Thinking Tools to analyze and develop a personal understanding while forming neural pathways. Marjoh generously shares her knowledge with other educators and parents, championing the empowerment that self-directed learning brings.

Cindy Hendrico | iKnowThat NeuroDiverse Therapist
With a passion for art and play therapy, applied behavior analysis, and sensory integration therapy, Cindy is an experienced specialist who brings an inclusive approach to her work.
As a skilled speech therapist, Cindy focuses on the development of effective communication skills. She is currently involved in Davis Reading Support and dyslexia therapy to help individuals develop a love for reading and overcome the challenges of dyslexia.

Leandri Kos | Educator & Thinking Tools Professional Practitioner
Leandri Kos passionately fulfills her calling in education, finding the “aha moments” experienced by learners to be the most exciting and enjoyable aspect of her work.
As Margaret Mead wisely noted, “Children must be taught how to think, not what to think.”
Leandri adopts the role of a guide-on-the-side, facilitating deeper understanding and problem-solving within small groups of learners. Leandri’s passion for science and its boundless discoveries fills her with awe for the world we live in, and she strives to ignite this same enthusiasm for science in her students. She champions a philosophy of lifelong learning, emphasizing the importance of understanding over memorization.
For her, figuring out a challenging problem is her idea of fun.

Susan Labuschagne | Educator & Thinking Tools Professional Practitioner
Susan is a strong advocate for understanding the “why” behind learning, a mindset she instills in all her students. She is resilient in her efforts to discover new ways to guide learners in uncovering concepts, always serving as a guide-on-the-side. Susan generously shares her insights and discoveries to enhance the quality of teaching, believing that, “You cannot guide learners through work that you have not unraveled yourself.”

Sharé Reinecke | Assessor & Moderator
Sharé is a passionate educator who firmly believes that every learner is unique and deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential. With extensive expertise in assessment and moderation, she heads the iKnowThat Assessment Unit. As a SAQA-accredited assessor, Sharé is renowned for developing innovative and insightful learning assessments. Her commitment to excellence and her deep understanding of educational best practices make her an invaluable asset to the field.

Belinda Pretorius | Educator & Thinking Tools Subject Specialist
By delving into the history of mathematics, Belinda uncovers the foundational principles that form the golden thread of the subject as we know it. She believes that “Mathematics is a language, and we need to teach learners to speak it.” Belinda has demonstrated the importance of rectangles within various mathematical concepts, making these ideas more accessible and enriching learners’ understanding with each enlightening “a-ha” moment.

Wilma Visser | Educator & Thinking Tools Professional Practitioner
As an educator, Wilma firmly believes that the essence of education should revolve around rediscovering and experiencing learning rather than just receiving instruction and explanations.
Wilma encourages students to think beyond conventional boundaries when approaching new topics. She builds the self-confidence of learners through scaffolding, consistently improving results.
She advocates for exponential learning through the freedom to make mistakes and the encouragement of critical thinking techniques that forge new neural pathways beyond what’s written on paper.