❤ Social & Emotional Learning

Raising Emotionally
Intelligent Kids

Heart Matters Academy equips children with the emotional tools they need to thrive — at home, in school, and throughout life.

For Parents

For Schools

4 SEL Pillars ❤ 3–12 Age Range ❤ Cape Town & Growing

Social Skills

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Confident

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Resilient

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Social Skills ❤ Confident ❤ Resilient ❤

❤ The Framework

4 Pillars of
Emotional Intelligence

Heart Matters Academy is built on a systemic Social and Emotional Learning framework, delivered through engaging, age-appropriate programmes for every child aged 3–12.

Self-Awareness

Children learn to identify
and name their emotions, building a deep
understanding of their
inner world and how it
shapes their actions.

Emotional Regulation

Practical tools to manage
big feelings, reduce
anxiety, and respond thoughtfully rather than
react impulsively to
life's challenges.

Social Awareness

Developing empathy, perspective-taking,
and the ability to
connect meaningfully
with peers, teachers,
and family members.

Responsible Decisions

Teaching children to
consider consequences,
weigh options, and make choices aligned with their values — skills for life.

❤ For Parents

Your Child's Emotional Growth Starts at Home

Heart Matters Academy partners with parents to create a consistent, nurturing environment where children feel safe to explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop healthy relationships.

From private consultations to mini-courses you can work through as a family, we're here to support you every step
of the way.

💬 Private Parent Consultations

One-on-one sessions with an HM specialist
to address your child's specific
emotional needs.

🏡 Family Matters Programme

Practical strategies to bring Heart Matters principles into everyday family life and conversations.

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🧩 HM Mini Courses

Short, engaging programmes designed for
children aged 3–12 to explore SEL concepts at their own pace.

❤ For Schools

Bring Heart Matters
into Your Classroom

Our school programme gives educators the tools, training, and curriculum to embed Social and Emotional Learning into daily school life — creating happier, more engaged learners.