Is your teenager struggling with procrastination, lack of motivation, social awkwardness or fear of public speaking?
Our program has been developed based on years of research, feedback from parents and our youth, and the lived experience of our Team.
Our unique 3E learning model: Education, Exposure and Experience, facilitates incremental development to meet their needs at each stage of their life as they transition through high school and beyond, and has been proven to positively impact a young person’s life journey.
The ultimate objective of Art of Growth is to inspire, encourage and support your teenager to develop into a well-balanced, grounded individual who is focused and committed to achieving their true potential to excel in whichever path they choose in life.
Interactive Learning Forums
Our facilitators are experienced in corporate environments and Interactive Forums. They bring their passion to inspire and encourage our youth to realise and maximise their true potential.
Self-paced Development
We deliver our sessions in a safe fun-filled environment where members can practise their new skills at their own pace. Our program encourages inclusiveness and individual development.
Incremental Development
The program promotes Incremental Development; a concept that builds a solid foundation to empower our youth from an early age and to realise full their potential.
Peer-to-Peer Support
Our members receive guided mentoring and are safe to practise new skills. They experience peer support and constructive feedback without fear of being judged.
We show our youth how to
Become focused, self-motivated and committed
Develop effective study habits
Organise and manage their time
Become effective and confident public speakers
Develop strong social skills and build positive relationships
Proven to encourage
Higher academic achievement
Leadership opportunities
Positive socialisation experience
Strength against negative peer pressure
Meaningful relationships with family and friends
About Us
Art of Growth – Personal Leadership and Lifeskills Program for Youth
We offer a unique face-to-face interactive personal development and life skills program designed specifically for our youth aged between 10 and 18.
In the current climate, today’s youth need more than academic skills to succeed. They require strong interpersonal skills to work with others, confidence and motivation to tackle problems, and resilience when facing life challenges.
The Art of Growth program gives our members powerful tools that maximise true potential and develops a well-rounded personality. We have found that young people who possess good communication and interpersonal skills can deal confidently with change, and face the challenges of high school and beyond.
Kickstart your child's development journey!
Our Modules
Module 1
Effective Communication Fundamentals and
Self-Improvement Basics
Module 2
Introduction to Personal Development
Module 3
Introduction to Personal Leadership
Module 4
Advanced Personal Leadership skills and Introduction to Professional Skills
Every student is awarded a Certificate of Participation as each module is completed. These skills are recognised by the international Duke of Edinburgh's Award and other organisations.
Our Director
You create your path to Success!
I am passionate about inspiring our youth to achieve their best in their chosen life path.
As teenagers transition from primary to high school, they may experience stress and anxiety. At Art of Growth we address these concerns in the formative years and allow our members to grow and learn in a positive, supportive environment.
While many complete their schooling with high academic credentials, some may lack social and interpersonal skills and the ability to build solid relationships. This can result in poor self-esteem and a lack of self-confidence when dealing with day-to-day challenges. These issues can cause mental obstacles like poor self-motivation and dissatisfaction, especially when trying to navigate high school and life beyond.
Together with my incredible team of facilitators, I have brought a wealth of learning and experience to help our young people develop true confidence. Our program guides and motivates our members to tackle problems, work with others and build resilience. Why? Because our children are our future!
Our Team
Prathapan Thillainathan
Lead Facilitator
Prathapan is a Science teacher and Coordinator at the Warakirri College Blacktown. An initiative of MTC Australia, this school has been designed for students who require an alternative to mainstream education and reflects his passion for empowering and developing skills in young people.
He has volunteered in developing countries that include Uganda and Colombia, where he has taught local youth English and cultural context.
Novini Jayasinghe
Facilitator
We are delighted to have Novini as an alumnus of Art of Growth. She returns to us as an assistant facilitator, and proudly describes how she went from an anxious student to a person who can now speak confidently at University gatherings, and is complimented on her calm stage presence!
Novini is a Medical Science undergraduate who enjoys reading, sports and engaging in creative projects.
Shima Mahalingam
Facilitator
Shima grew up in an education system focused on academics, and sees Art of Growth as a catalyst for essential life skills in our youth. Along with her high-level corporate experience, her passion is to facilitate and develop activities that promote learning through interactive discussions. Shima believes this is an empowering way to deal with challenges that arise in work and life.
Shima is currently an Executive Manager in Risk Management with one of the four major Australia banks.
Do you want to empower your child to realise their true potential and blossom into the most powerful versions of themselves?
