Anel Annandale is a registered Educational Psychologist in Cape Town, with practices based in Pinelands and Melkbosstrand. She provides professional psychological and educational support to children, adolescents, and families, helping them overcome learning barriers, emotional challenges, and developmental difficulties.
With over 20 years of experience, Anel offers a compassionate, evidence-based approach that supports each child’s emotional and cognitive development. She works closely with parents, teachers, and schools to create holistic strategies that promote learning and well-being.
Anel completed her Bachelor’s and Honours degrees in Psychology at the University of Pretoria, followed by an Honours and Master’s degree in Education at the University of South Africa. Since 2003, she has been in private practice as an educational and child psychologist, specialising in early childhood development and neuropsychology.
Her goal is to help every learner reach their potential, academically, socially, and emotionally.
Comprehensive psycho-educational assessments identify a child’s learning strengths and difficulties, offering valuable insight into cognitive, emotional, and academic functioning. The results guide tailored intervention and support strategies at home and school.
A global assessment evaluates a child’s overall development, intellectual, emotional, and behavioural. This holistic view helps parents and educators better understand the child’s needs and abilities across multiple areas of functioning.
Ensure your child is prepared for formal schooling with a school-readiness assessment in Pinelands or Melkbosstrand. These assessments explore emotional maturity, fine and gross motor coordination, early literacy, numeracy, and social readiness, laying the foundation for success in Grade 1.
Our subject choice assessments help high-school learners make informed decisions about which subjects align best with their strengths, personality, and future study or career goals. These assessments are ideal for learners across Cape Town and surrounding areas.
Learners with learning barriers or special needs may qualify for exam concessions such as extra time, a reader, or a scribe. These assessments meet the requirements of the South African Department of Education and include detailed reports for formal applications.
Through psychometric testing and guided feedback, career assessments help teenagers and young adults discover suitable study and career paths. These assessments focus on personal interests, aptitude, and personality to ensure confident future planning.
Parenting can be rewarding yet challenging. Parent guidance sessions equip parents with strategies to understand their child’s behaviour, support emotional regulation, and strengthen family connections.
Anel facilitates workshops in Cape Town focused on topics such as emotional regulation, school readiness, learning support, and effective behaviour management. These sessions empower parents and educators with practical tools to support children’s growth.
If you’re looking for a caring and experienced child psychologist in Cape Town, Anel Annandale offers professional assessments and therapy to help your child thrive.
Location: 28 Union Avenue, Pinelands, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa | Pear Limpet Lane, Atlantic Beach Estate, Melkbosstrand, Western Cape, South Africa
📞 Contact: 083 711 5267
📧 Email: anel@childpsych.co.za