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Caleb Gattegno| Mathematics Educator
"I don't teach them, I let them learn." - Caleb Gattegno
Romolda Spalding| Creator of the Spalding Method
"All schoolchildren deserve the most effective teaching of the basic skills of writing and reading that can be devised. Without these skills, the development of the mind, mental self-discipline and self-education, and a real appreciation of our cultural heritage are not possible.” - Romalda Spalding
Dr. Reuven Feuerstein| Developmental & Cognitive Psychologist
"If you are not prepared to look at your pupils strength's, don't touch their weaknesses." - Dr Reuven Feuerstein
🎓 Training & Qualifications Timeline
Dr. Reuven Feuerstein| Developmental & Cognitive Psychologist
"Intelligence is not a static structure, but an open, dynamic system that can continue to develop throughout life." - Dr Reuven Feuerstein
Behind CogniTwigs – My Mission and Experience
👩🏫About Me
Hi, I’m Victory—a mother of seven, educator, and passionate advocate for children with learning differences. With over 17 years of classroom experience teaching 5–7-year-olds and 4 years dedicated to training and mentoring fellow educators, my journey in education is both personal and professional.
My own childhood struggles with reading, writing, and speaking—later identified as dyslexia—ignited a deep empathy for learners facing similar challenges. This personal experience fuels my commitment to understanding the intricacies of learning and developing effective strategies to support every child.
Over the past 15 years, I've delved into research-based methodologies to answer pivotal questions: How do children learn? Why do some face more challenges than others? How can we make learning accessible to all? This quest led me to specialize in:
- Spalding Language Arts English Program
- Gattegno Mathematics Program
- Feuerstein Instrumental Enrichment – Cognitive Development
I firmly believe that "Anyone can learn" and "Children do well if they can." My mission is to identify and dismantle barriers—be they cognitive, emotional, or environmental—to unlock each child's potential.
My Strengths Include:
- Engaging children in their unique learning journeys
- Utilizing cognitive development tools to overcome learning obstacles
- Transforming abstract concepts into fun, visual, and tangible experiences
- Empowering parents and teachers with effective teaching strategies
I'm dedicated to reigniting the joy of learning in children and would be honored to support you on this journey.
🧠 Experience Timeline
How My Journey Equips Me to Support Struggling Learners
- 2024 – Present
Tutor & Coach, CogniTwigs Learning Resources – Nelson, New Zealand
Working directly with children, parents, and teachers, I provide:- One-on-one support for learners with challenges in reading, writing, communication, and maths
- Specialized phonological awareness courses for both children and adults to build foundational language skills
- Multi-sensory, visual, and hands-on learning materials designed for children who learn differently
- Parent and teacher coaching, empowering adults to support their learners more effectively
- Cognitive development sessions using Feuerstein strategies to improve thinking and learning flexibility
- 2021 – Present
Founder, CogniTwigs Learning Resources – Self-employed | Co-homeschooling my seven children with my husband, Hopeful Disciple
After leaving a high-control environment, I founded CogniTwigs to pursue my passion for helping struggling learners in a safe, nurturing, and personalised way. At home, I focused on creating an environment that supported my own children’s healing—emotionally, socially, and educationally—after years in a toxic system. This experience shaped my understanding of how deeply social and emotional wellbeing impact learning, and how vital it is to rebuild trust and joy in the learning process.- Developed research-based resources and courses for children facing learning challenges, including dyslexia and cognitive processing issues
- Focused on strategies that support the whole child—cognitively, emotionally, and developmentally
- Created a space for parent and teacher collaboration, recognising that empowered adults are key to a child's success
- Co-homeschooling has deepened my understanding of children’s diverse needs—helping me remain flexible and creative with structure, resources, and environment
- Committed to making learning joyful, accessible, and meaningful for every child
- 2022
Spalding Resource Creator, Spalding Education Australia (Part-time)- Created high-quality English and language development materials and courses specific for the Spalding Education Program, that teachers or parents could use with their students.
- Created high-quality English and language development materials and courses specific for the Spalding Education Program, that teachers or parents could use with their students.
- 2012 -
Teacher, Gloriavale Christian Community School – West Coast, New Zealand- Started as a teacher aide and became a full-time teacher with a focus on early learners and those falling behind
- Specialized in dyslexia, processing disorders, and other learning difficulties
- Developed custom curriculum and resources for students with diverse needs
- Trained and mentored new teachers to understand the root causes of learning struggles
- Advocated for more compassionate, individualized teaching methods in a challenging school environment
- Fought for the emotional and educational well-being of children, often in difficult and resource-limited settings