Lodize
Learning Support & Literacy Specialist - Neurodiversity Specialist | Reading, Writing & Numeracy Foundations
Why families choose Lodize
18+ Years of Educational Experience
Specialist in Relational and Dialogic Learning
Neurodiversity and SEN Support Practitioner
About Lodize
Lodize is an experienced Learning Support Specialist,Early Childhood Educator, and Inclusive Education Practitioner with more than 18 years of experience supporting children, families, and educators across a wide range of educational settings.
Lodize is particularly passionate about supporting learners with diverse learning needs, including ADHD, autism, dyslexia, anxiety, learning challenges, and giftedness. Her work combines evidence-based educational practice with a deeply relational approach, ensuring learners develop confidence, independence, resilience, and academic success.
Through her training in Narrative Practice, Philosophy for Children (P4C), SEE Learning, and Professional Dialogue Facilitation, she helps children become confident thinkers, reflective learners, and active participants in their own educational journey.
Teaching Approach
Lodize believes that learning happens best when children feel safe, valued, and understood.
Her teaching approach is highly personalised, child-centred, and strengths-based. She meets learners where they are developmentally and emotionally while creating engaging learning experiences that support both confidence and academic growth.
Subjects & Levels
Foundation Phase
Mathematics and Numeracy Foundations
Reading Foundations and Writing Foundations
- English Home Language
- English First Additional Language
- Afrikaans
Intermediate & Senior Phase Support
- Mathematics and Mathematical Literacy
- Geography
- History
- Life Sciences
Parent Support
- Parent Coaching
- Home-School Collaboration
- SEN Parenting Strategies
- Learning Support Guidance
Exam Preparation Focus
Learning Support
- Study Skills
- Exam Reader & Scribe Support
- Executive Functioning Skills
- Time Management
- Emotional Regulation
- Social Skills Development
- School Readiness
Achievements & Experience
Learning Support & SEN
- ADHD Support
- Autism Support
- Dyslexia & Dyscalculia Support
- Executive Function Skills
- Emotional Regulation
- Study Skills
- Reader & Scribe Support
- Confidence Building
Education
National Diploma in Early Childhood Development - Tshwane South College
SACE Registered Educator
Professional Dialogue Practitioner (APDP)
Narrative Practice Training - Cape Narrative Trust
Philosophy for Children (P4C) – Level 2 Facilitator
SEE Learning – Level 1 Facilitator
Reggio Emilia Approach Training - University of Cape Town
Whole School Management - Oxbridge Academy
Reviews
2 reviews from parents and students
Fiona
ColleagueLodize is 100% dependable, reliable, consistent and professional. Qualities that stand out include how grounded she is and that she is a natural leader. Her relationship with each learner was very special. She genuinely loved each and every one of them, recognised their individuality and made it her purpose to know everything about each child. She was, in turn, loved by each of them. She is kind, patient and empathetic, while holding firm, but loving, boundaries. She responds to everyone, learners, colleagues and parents, with respect and openness. She is very popular. People are naturally drawn to her and she does not hesitate to jump in and support anyone who needs it.
Nix
ParentLodize is reliable, organised, and dedicated to delivering the best possible experience for the children and families she serves. She is an exceptional educator and facilitator who genuinely cares about the wellbeing and development of the children she works with. One of Lodize's greatest strengths is her ability to connect meaningfully with people. She is warm, approachable, caring, and highly supportive. She has an outstanding ability to ask thoughtful questions that help people better understand themselves and the situations they are facing. She creates environments where people feel safe, seen, understood, and comfortable expressing themselves. She also brings a vibrant energy and wonderful sense of humour that adds delight and ease to her interactions.