ANNUAL REPORT July 2024- June 2025
NILD-SA NON-PROFIT COMPANY (NPC)
Directors
The NILD-SA Constitution specifies that Directors may serve up to three consecutive terms of three years
each. In September 2024, Leone Kode and Santie Botha concluded their service on the Board of Directors.
Their invaluable contribution, particularly Leone’s mentorship in preparing me for my role, deserves
heartfelt thanks. Over nine years, NILD SA has grown significantly, owing much to the dedication of Leone,
Santie, Jacquie, Louise, and Sue. We extend our gratitude and best wishes to them as they move on to new
endeavours.
Current Board of Directors:
• Shireen Archibald
• Debbie Stroberg
• Rae Mosdell
• Chivonne Aldous
• Belinda Button
• Olive Surendorff
The Board meets at least quarterly to address NILD-SA’s financial, operational, legal, and strategic matters,
with additional meetings as necessary.
Professional Support Team (PST)
The PST comprises Level III-trained members who handle operational aspects of NILD-SA. Each supervises a
portfolio and may work with sub-committees as required.
Current PST Members:
• Bronwen Broomberg and Lara Baldrey (Area Support Group portfolio)
• Tanya Adey (Equipment portfolio)
• Tanja Fourie and Britt Rennie (Membership portfolio)
• Catherine Naranjo (Marketing portfolio)
Recent changes saw Belinda Button and Olive Surendorff join the Board of Directors, while Tanja Fourie, Britt
Rennie, and Catherine Naranjo joined the PST. The PST meets once in person and 8–10 times a year online.
The National Director chairs these meetings, serving as a link between the Board and PST. Special thanks are
extended to Belinda, Olive, and Jenny for their dedicated PST service.
Training Courses
Training continues to be online, making it more affordable for participants by eliminating travel and
accommodation expenses.
Courses Conducted (2024–2025):
• 5 NILD Educational Therapy Level I courses
• 2 NILD Educational Therapy Level II courses
• 1 NILD Educational Therapy Level III course (upcoming)
• 2 each of: Rx 4 Discovery Math I, Search and Teach, Executive Functions, Math II
• Fewer courses were conducted as there were fewer applications and therefore the viability of the
courses going ahead was limited due to our current economy and people being under financial
pressure
Plans for Next Year (2025-2026):
• 2 NILD Educational Therapy Level I courses
• 1 NILD Educational Therapy Level II course
• Potentially another NILD Educational Therapy Level III course
• More Search and Teach, Rx for Discovery Reading, Writing, and Math courses
• Opportunities for Executive Functions and Spelling: Linking Reading and Writing
An early bird discount has been introduced to encourage more course applications.
Equipment
Compiled by: Debbie Stroberg
The 2024/2025 year was marked by a smooth leadership transition, operational efficiency, and dependable
service providers.
Leadership Transition
Tanya Adey took over portfolio leadership, bringing a methodical approach and new systems for stock
management. Debbie Stroberg remains available to support Tanya, ensuring continuity.
Service Providers
• Pinetown Printplacer: Reliable printing services and market-related pricing
• PMB Drawing: Course manuals, certificates, high-quality output
• PostNet Athlone Circle: National distribution of course materials with timely delivery
Stock Management and Packing
Tanya Adey is enhancing the spreadsheet-based inventory system to improve tracking and control. Packing
and distribution processes have been smooth and efficient, thanks to well-established systems and
dedicated effort.
Area Support Groups (ASGs)
Compiled by: Bronwen Broomberg & Lara Baldrey
ASGs have seen growth and renewed engagement. Quarterly meetings, now via Google Classroom,
strengthen member connections, foster professional development, and share updates.
Key Developments:
• Centralised Google Classroom for meetings and resource sharing
• Quarterly online meetings: minimum attendance of three per year required
• Introduction of subcommittee members to assist each ASG group
• KwaZulu-Natal groups consolidated into two regions
Current ASG Groupings:
• Cape Town: Tanya Fourie [Sub-committee member TBC]
• KZN Inland: Lara Baldrey & Tammy Ferrier
• KZN Coastal: Riana Howard & Leanne Poole
• Gauteng (Johannesburg): Bronwen Broomberg & Michael Swanepoel
Meeting Themes and Topics (2024–2025)
Annual Theme: “Be Bold!” — Reigniting passion for NILD and encouraging exploration of opportunities.
• 1: Teacher Wellbeing and Mental Health — Focus on learner motivation, burnout, mindset, and self-care.
• 2: Unlocking the Potential of NILD Therapy — Exploring the philosophy and articulating NILD’s value.
• 3: Opening Your Own Practice in South Africa — Logistics, paperwork, and shared strategies.
• 4: The Science of Reading — Key reading concepts and demonstration of “Let’s Read” technique.
Looking ahead
Resources and articles will continue to be shared via WhatsApp and Google Classroom, aiming to support
therapists’ ongoing development and foster a passionate, connected community.
Membership
Compiled by: Tanja Fourie and Britt Rennie
This year saw changes in membership team personnel and the setup of a working document to clarify
portfolio requirements for future transitions.
Key Developments:
• Tanya Adey moved to Equipment portfolio; Tanja Fourie and Britt Rennie joined Membership in
September 2024.
• Ongoing online courses continue to grow membership and participation.
• Launch of the NILD-SA diary/planner, with positive feedback and suggestions for future editions.
Requirements:
• Attendance at minimum three ASG meetings per year
• Updated Name/Police Clearance certificates every three years
• Submission of essential documentation via Google Classroom
Regular updates are managed by the Administrator, Karen Oellermann (admin@nildsa.co.za).
Goals for the Year Ahead:
• Refined administrative processes to keep information current and accessible
• Enhanced communication and reminders for courses and membership renewal
• Encouraging professional development from Level I to III training
In summary, strategic improvements and proactive measures are in place to strengthen our community and
support member growth.
Website
The NILD-SA website (www.nildsa.co.za) serves as an information hub for members, parents, and teachers,
offering details on all courses, articles, and therapist contact information.
Highlights:
• Payment gateway supports membership fees, material purchases, and course payments
• Regular updates keep members and the public informed
Finances
NILD-SA is a Non-Profit Company with annual audits.
Income Sources:
• Training fees
• Membership fees
• Sale of materials
Main Expenditures:
• Training course expenses
• Annual affiliation and royalty fees to the USA
• Woodcock-Johnson IV booklets for assessment
• Accounting fees
• Annual CIPC fees
FinSolve, the appointed accounting firm, manages finances with quarterly Board reviews. Since January
2024, an Administrator has been employed to handle emails, course organisation, marketing, and payment
schedules.
Planned Allocations for Next Year:
• Woodcock-Johnson V online access for assessment
• Annual affiliation and royalty fees
• Accounting and Administrator fees
• Marketing
In Closing…
NILD-SA’s growth and service improvements rely on the dedication of our key groups:
• Board of Directors (BOD): Provide strategic oversight, vision, and governance.
• Professional Support Team (PST): Drive educational initiatives and support organizational growth.
• Area Support Group (ASG) Leaders: Foster regional connection, share resources, and encourage
engagement at the local level.
I am sincerely grateful to every member of NILD SA leadership and subcommittees. Your tireless service
enables us to reach students across South Africa and globally through NILD Educational Therapy, Search and
Teach and Rx for Discovery programmes. Your collective dedication is the backbone of NILD-SA’s
achievements.
Thank you,
Shireen Archibald (National Director NILD-SA)
