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At Kumon we nurture confident, independent learners that experience success both in and out of the classroom. This section of our website is dedicated to recognising and celebrating children’s achievements. These articles will also address key issues facing parents today and will provide resources and advice to help you along your journey through parenthood.

Top four fun educational games for children

May 17, 2012

There is a host of modern and traditional games that children engage in on a daily basis which all contribute to their development in a number of areas.

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Why are Kumon students encouraged to do calculations without writing carries and borrows?

May 9, 2012
Doing calculations without writing carries and borrows

Doing calculations without carries and borrows is a more advanced calculation skill and by working in this way a child expands their mental capacity and develops greater mental agility as compared to the child who needs to write down carries and borrows.

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Kumon students gain places at esteemed grammar schools

May 1, 2012
Brawin gains a place at an esteemed grammar school

Congratulations to two Kumon students – one from Essex and the other from the North West – who both gain places in their local grammar schools.

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What do children learn from extra-curricular activities

April 19, 2012

Encouraging your child to take up extra-curricular activities will bring a range of benefits – from boosting their creativity to providing opportunities for them to learn and develop their social skills.

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Budding sportsman thanks Kumon for getting GCSE maths early

April 17, 2012
Budding sportsman thanks Kumon for getting GCSE maths early

“To other students currently doing Kumon my advice is to stick at it, try to do a worksheet a day and don’t give up if you don’t understand it at first. The further you progress through the levels, the better position you stand yourself in for getting good grades at GCSE and A Level”.

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Praising effort Vs intelligence

April 13, 2012

Praising children when they have the courage to share their answers, tackle new problems or participate in activities that they may not normally be adept at has a significant impact on helping children build a positive self-image.

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The benefits of children owning pets

April 5, 2012

Children often thrive when they are given responsibility and owning a pet can teach children a number of life skills whilst helping them become independent and proactive.

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Ten year old Kumon student wins place at Purcell School for Young Musicians

March 15, 2012
Ten year old Kumon student wins place at Purcell School for Young Musicians

Ten year old Gayatri Nair, who started playing piano less than three years ago, went through a very tough audition process to win a highly competitive place at the Purcell School for Young Musicians.

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How parents can take a more active role in school life

March 7, 2012

Parents play a central role in their children’s learning and they can also help to shape the fortunes of the school which their young ones attend.

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Good food leads to good results – the academic benefits of eating well

February 15, 2012

Healthy eating is something that many parents are trying to get their children interested in as it can lead to improved behaviour and better performance at school.

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How do I know if my child is developing as they should be at school?

January 31, 2012
How do I know if my child is developing as they should be at school?

Broadly speaking, children are expected to reach a minimum of level four at the end of year 6 in reading, writing and mathematics and to move up two sub-levels each year from year 1 through to 6.

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Eleanor’s journey to independent learning

January 26, 2012
Eleanor Wilkson

Seven year old Eleanor Wilkson started studying Kumon at the Hazel Grove Study Centre in October 2010. Her parents were concerned about her progress in maths and her initial Kumon test revealed that she was unable to count up to 30. Fifteen months later we spoke to her family and Instructor to find out how she had been getting on.

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