About the centre

We understand at Kumon that coming into a new class can be a little daunting; that's why I will be on hand to welcome all new students and make sure they are familiar with what happens at class. The classes run on a Tuesday and Thursday and students drop in for about half an hour during a two hour given period if they are studying one subject and about 45 minutes if they are studying both subjects. During this time parents are welcome to wait in the waiting area.

 

At class students will be swap their completed homework for new homework and will collect their class work for the day. Students work as independently as they are able in class, observed by myself and assistants. Those who need extra help will be given this. Whilst the student is completing their work their homework is being checked and recorded by the centre's team of assistants. Along with me, the team are on hand to provide guidance where necessary.

 

Once they have finished their work, students hand it in to be marked by an assistant. Older students may mark some of their own work; this decision is made in consultation with me. If they are studying the maths programme, they may complete mental arithmetic or additional practice in multiplication tables. If they are on the English programme, I or an assistant will listen to them read. There are also numberboards for students to complete. Once the work has been marked students must correct any mistakes made. This is really important as it is a vital learning opportunity for your child.

 

All students see me before leaving the class and I assess their class work and review the homework which has been returned. This gives me the chance to talk about their progress and goals and I can give them appropriate feedback and praise.

 

As motivational tools, we have a sticker system in place and students are awarded certificates every time they move up a level. There is also an Advanced Student Roll (ASR) where we celebrate students studying beyond their school level and hopefully motivate other students to aim high.

Exciting news - new venue
We will be moving to a new venue on the 1 November 2011. Our new class times from this date will be:

Tues: 3:30 - 5:15pm
Sat: 9:15 - 11:45am

The new venue address is:

Wrenthorpe Village Hall
Wrenthorpe Lane
Wrenthorpe
Wakefield
WF2 0NE