The Difference Institute

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"You're braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think." Christopher Robin to Winnie the Pooh

Helping children to become engaged, motivated and independent learners by equipping them with essential skills for success. Helping teachers to become more confident, engaged and attuned to learners for better educational outcomes.

The Difference Institute workshops and courses are run by an experienced team of teachers and facilitators and were developed in consultation with an Educational Psychologist and Occupational Therapist. They are underpinned by the latest research in learning and neuropsychology as well as coaching tools and principles.

The sessions are engaging, experiential and inspiring, and allow participants to walk away from them with practical and applicable skills and knowledge.

Workshops, Courses and Holiday Bootcamps

Homework Clubs, Study Skills, Goal Setting, Reading and Comprehension Skills, Exam Techniques, Mind-mapping, Time-Management

Individual Learning Support, Coaching and Tutoring

Skills and Strategies, Personalised Academic Support for Neurodivergent Learners, ADHD Coaching, Life Coaching, Tutoring

Teacher Support and Team-building

Innovative Classroom Practices, Setting Learners up for Success, Self-Care and Stress Management, Emotionally Safe Learning Spaces, Trauma-Informed Teaching

Testimonials

"The workshops create a space for people to show up, to be seen and heard... It is so unique because it is all about engagement and integated theory, so different from other teacher development workshops." Lisa van Zyl (Well-Being Lead Support, Capitec Foundation)

"You've given us a new perspective on teaching pedagogies and the educational world as a whole. The most impactful training aspect was modelling, how you enabled us through your behaviour to become better educators and develop crucial skills." Kiyara Sewsunker (Teacher, Durban)

"My interactions with Julia have always been stimulating and thought-provoking. Her professional experience has honed her sensitivity to the acutely negative impact on learning, of the psycho-social conditions in many working-class areas." Anthea Roberts (retired Senior Mathematics Education Specialist, UCT)

"The workshop evoked a renewed sense of hope. Sometimes we as educators become despondent and see a learner as 'naughty' when in actual fact the child is communicating a need with us.” (Tammy-Lee Brown, Teacher, Lotus High, Cape Town)

"Julia has an obvious passion for education. Her materials are bright and energetic and she connects so well with the kids. Her workshops really get them thinking about their approach and learning outcomes." Sally (Parent, Cape Town)