Helping Young Minds Learn, Think, and Thrive
Brain Gym is a structured cognitive development programme for children and adolescents that uses engaging, evidence-informed activities to strengthen attention, memory, executive functioning, problem-solving, and self-regulation skills.
Designed and facilitated by psychologists, Brain Gym combines interactive cognitive challenges, goal-setting activities, and developmental skill-building to help children strengthen the thinking skills that support learning, emotional wellbeing, and everyday success.
The programme is delivered in phases, allowing children to progressively develop and apply their skills while receiving professional guidance and ongoing feedback.
Why Join?
Many children are capable learners but struggle with the underlying skills needed to succeed consistently. Difficulties with attention, organisation, impulse control, memory, planning, or emotional regulation can affect confidence, learning, and everyday functioning.
Brain Gym helps children:
- Improve attention and concentration
- Strengthen memory and processing skills
- Enhance problem-solving and reasoning
- Build executive functioning skills
- Develop self-regulation strategies
- Improve confidence and independence
- Learn practical skills in a fun and engaging way
The focus is not simply on academic performance, but on developing the cognitive foundations that support success across school, relationships, and daily life.
Is This Programme Right for You?
Is This Programme Right for You?
Brain Gym may be beneficial for children who:
- Struggle with attention and focus
- Have difficulty with planning or organisation
- Experience challenges with memory or learning efficiency
- Need support with emotional regulation or impulse control
- Would benefit from strengthening executive functioning skills
- Enjoy learning through interactive and engaging activities
Age Groups:
To ensure activities are developmentally appropriate, participants are placed into age-based cohorts:
- Brain Gym Junior
Ages 6-10 years
Focuses on foundational cognitive and executive functioning skills through play-based learning, structured activities, and collaborative challenges. - Brain Gym Teen
Ages 11-15 years
Focuses on higher-order thinking skills, planning, cognitive flexibility, self-management, problem-solving, and preparing for increasing academic and life demands.
All registrations are reviewed prior to placement to ensure the programme is a suitable fit for the child’s developmental needs.
What to Expect
Across Phase 1 and 2, participants can expect:
- Cognitive screening activities
- Individual goal setting
- Interactive memory and attention games
- Executive functioning exercises
- Problem-solving challenges
- Self-regulation skill development
- Progress monitoring
- Parent feedback and recommendations
Sessions are designed to be engaging, practical, and age-appropriate while maintaining a strong developmental focus.
Programme Journey
Phase 1: Play. Think. Grow
Current enrolment phase
Children participate in engaging cognitive activities and structured challenges designed to strengthen:
- Attention and concentration
- Working memory
- Executive functioning
- Problem-solving
- Self-regulation
This phase focuses on building core skills through active participation and guided practice.
Phase 2: Assess. Understand. Grow
Future progression phase
Following participation in Phase 1, children may be invited to continue into Phase 2, which includes:
- Evidence-informed assessments
- Progress review
- Individualised feedback
- Parent consultation
- Development recommendations
This phase helps families better understand their child’s strengths and areas for future growth.
Programme Details
Format: Small Group Cognitive Development Programme
Current Phase: Phase 1 – Play • Think • Grow
Age Groups:
- Brain Gym Junior (6-10 Years)
- Brain Gym Teen (11-15 Years)
Date / Time: Saturdays, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Frequency: Every Third Saturday, starting 17th October 2026
Group Size: Small Group Format
Investment: Contact the Clinic
Facilitators
Sadia Sultan
Sadia Sultan | Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Maida Toumaian
Dr. Maida Toumaian | Associate Psychologist
Important Information
- Registration is subject to review and placement availability.
- The current intake is for Phase 1: Play • Think • Grow.
- Participants are allocated to age-appropriate groups.
- Places are intentionally limited to maintain a high level of participation and support.
- Brain Gym is designed to support cognitive development and is not a substitute for individual psychological assessment or therapy.
Registration Details
To register your interest, complete the Brain Gym Registration Form Following registration:
- Our team will review your submission.
- Eligible participants will be allocated to the most appropriate age-based cohort.
- Families will receive confirmation and programme information prior to commencement.
Place are Limited. Early registration is recommended, as each cohort is intentionally kept small to maximise engagement, individual attention, and developmental outcomes.