Nurturing Potential,
Building Futures
Every person is born with a seed of greatness. We are here to water it.
Who We Are
ACASAI (After School Study Assistance Initiative) is a Section 18A registered PBO, registered in September 2020 and operational since May 2022. Acasai is a community-based programme focused on supporting learners from Grade 4 to Grade 11 across Bonteheuwel, Parow, Heideveld, and Bishop Lavis.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the organisation was dormant from 2020 until 2022, from when we became actively involved in the Parow community.
Due to the financial difficulties experienced by our communities, these services were offered at no cost to learners and currently a nominal registration fee of R350 per annum is charged.
Our Vision
Where today's leaders help tomorrow's leaders to reach their full potential.
Our Mission
Standing in the gap by providing mentorship and academic support to benefit the future of the children in our communities.
Core Values
The AIR we breathe:
- A - Accountability – Taking ownership of what we do.
- I - Integrity – Doing what we say.
- R - Respect – For others and oneself.
The Challenge We Face
In the Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube’s address on the 2025 matric results a record-breaking 88% pass rate was celebrated, while acknowledging the severe challenge of learner retention.
Grade 1 Starters (2014)
Learners Dropped Out
Full-time Passes (2025)
Our Solution
The Afterschool Study Assistance Initiative (ACASAI) has joined the crusade of teaching learners how to retain information, in the hope of transforming them into students with brilliant minds.
We recruit retired teachers, university students, from various faculties, as volunteers, to assist both high school (grades 8-11) and primary school learners (grades 4-7) with their schoolwork in the afternoons, assisting with all subjects covered in the CAPS curriculum.
Over the last 3 years we have assisted more than 100 learners to transition from the Intermediate Phase to the Senior Phase and others to the FET Phase.
Our Comprehensive Programs
We believe in the holistic development of our learners.
Academic Support
Assisting high school (grades 8-11) and primary school learners (grades 4-7) with homework, projects, revision, and study methods.
Literacy Pilot Program
Launched February 2026, targeting Grades 1 to 3 to mentor young learners in essential reading skills, phonics, and comprehension before they reach Grade 4.
Emotional Support
Creating a space where learners are seen, supported, and encouraged to process challenges and develop healthy coping strategies.
Feeding Scheme
Providing sandwiches, fruit, and juice to our learners and children frequenting the library daily, proudly supported by Blue Ribbon, In2Food, and Rainbow of Hope.
Community Enrichment
Offering beyond-the-classroom activities like swimming lessons and interacting with the elderly to learn valuable life lessons.
Training & Monitoring
Providing Scribe and Reading training for special needs learners, and utilizing a visual traffic light approach for Monitoring & Evaluation.
Our Impact
Levi's Story
From Academic Failure to Community Leader
Keanan's Story
Learning Accountability and Time Management
Keanan’s grandmother approached our organisation at the end of term 1 in 2025, concerned about his low marks and attitude. After a lengthy conversation on taking accountability for his future, Keanan learned to manage his time effectively and has now progressed to high school.
"Good evening miss I hope u are well . Keanan has improved exceptionally well academically , he is more focused and is more responsible now." — Keanan's grandmother, Debbie.
Jonathan's Story
Most Improved Learner 2024
Jonathan’s mom approached our organisation two weeks before the June exams in 2024 concerned about his marks. Jonathan took accountability for his work and his marks drastically improved.
At the end of term 4, Jonathan received an award for most improved learner in his grade. He is still flourishing.
"It has been a blessing for my son. I thank you for your help and dedication 🙏" — Jonathan's Mom.
Exausee's Story
Former Learner to Dedicated Volunteer
"Because of you my brother succeeded in his studies from failing the first term to getting a most developed learner award. From me failing Afrikaans to succeeding in it. Thank you for entrusting me with the kids last year. 2025 has been one of the most successful happy years of my life with these kiddos." — Exausee.
Target Areas & Libraries
We operate across various libraries serving the communities of Bonteheuwel, Parow, Heideveld, and Bishop Lavis.
Operational Hours
- Academic Support (Mon-Thu)15:00 – 17:00
- Academic Support (Fri)13:00 – 15:00
- Literacy Program (Mon & Thu)13:00 – 14:30