A Little Bit About Us

With over 40 years combined experience, we teach and support children who learn differently and guide teachers to accommodate their needs in the classroom - providing advice, interventions, and hands-on training.

We are also parents and know about the challenges of having a child navigate the schooling system, especially if there are learning barriers and academic challenges.

Our Mission & Approach

For Parents

We’re passionate about learning and love sharing what we know — from understanding learning barriers to spotting signs of anxiety, autism, ADHD, and more.

For Schools

We are SACE accredited providers and offer mentoring, training, and workshops tailored to your school’s unique needs. Our sessions are practical, engaging, and relevant.

About Me

Dr. Philippa

Fabbri

I'm Dr. Philippa Fabbri, an experienced educator with a Doctorate in Inclusive Education and a passion for helping children who struggle in traditional school systems.

I work closely with parents of neurodiverse learners—children with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other learning differences—who need tailored support to thrive academically and emotionally.

As co-founder of Elsen Academy, established in 2005, my goal is to prevent bright, capable children from being left behind due to a mismatch with conventional education.

As both an educator and parent, I’ve walked the road of searching for learning solutions that respect a child’s unique needs.

I’m on a mission to help families find clarity, confidence, and real progress through inclusive education, individualised support plans, and advocacy for meaningful learning experiences.

Meet the Remedial Therapists

PHILIPPA FABBRI

What I love:

Trail running with my dogs

Walking on the beach

Jellybabies

Grooming horses

What I don't love:

Cockroaches and noisy places

Favourite colour:

Purple

Favourite food:

Pizza

Favourite animal:

Horse

PhD - Inclusive Education Remedial Therapist - Maths, English

RIANDA VAN NIEKERK

What I love:

Chocolates with nuts

Gardening

Painting

DIY projects at home

What I don't love:

Lies and Spiders

Favourite colour:

Blue

Favourite food:

Fries and Braai

Favourite animal:

Owl

Higher Education Diploma (Junior Primary) / Remedial Therapist - Maths, English and Afrikaans

LEANDRIE BEKKER

What I love:

Hot chocolate

Pancakes, Baking

Traveling with my family

Nature and Photography

What I don't love:

Peas and worms

Favourite colour:

Purple

Favourite food:

Ribs and chips

Favourite animal:

Bunnies

MA - Inclusive Education Remedial Therapist - Maths, English and Afrikaans

Meet the Tutors

CAROLINE MAPFUMO

Teacher GCE/ O level maths teacher Subject Specialist - Maths and Maths Literacy

RITA LE GRANGE

BA Communication / PGCE / TEFL / TESOL Subject Specialist - Afrikaans HL and FAL

DAVID MAXWELL

BA Arts / PGCE Subject Specialist - English HL and FAL

With You Every Step Of The Way

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Reach Out Today

20 Thomas Road, Walmer Gqeberha/Port Elizabeth

South Africa

+27 (0) 69 202 7267

+27 (0) 83 360 8468

info@educationservices.co.za

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