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umon, Australia’s largest after-school education programme, appeals to parents for its emphasis on developing children to be independent, motivated and selfdisciplined learners. And, with re-released statistics from the 2012 PISA study showing that 20 percent of Australian 15-year-olds are considered to be low maths performers and 14 percent are low performers in reading, Kumon is more relevant than ever. With almost 45,000 enrolments in Australia and growing, more and more parents are valuing Kumon for its no fuss, back-to-basics approach to the fundamentals of maths and English. Kumon’s Pencil Skills Programme introduces children to the world of numbers and words through colourful worksheets. Students acquire the habit and skill of daily learning and build confidence to tackle future challenges. The programme teaches children how to hold a pencil, sit with good posture and write neatly. Kumon Maths is suitable for all ages, focusing on developing strong calculation skills and on fundamental topics, from counting to calculus. The programme cultivates analytical skills and logical thinking abilities with the aim of enabling students to study material beyond
SEMAS Abacus Math is just like riding a bike
their grade for confidence at school. Kumon English begins by enriching students’ vocabulary and developing basic reading skills. Students progress to deepen their understanding of sentence structure, paragraph building and summarisation. The English Programme fosters an enjoyment of reading to facilitate learning advanced material with independence and confidence. The Kumon Instructor plays an important role in their students’ development by closely monitoring their progress and ensuring they are working at a level suited to their ability, rather than age. Over time, students are able to independently learn advanced topics and, from there, the sky is the limit. Alex Mazur, a mechatronics and astrophysics student at the University of Western Australia, completed both Kumon Maths and English and claims the programmes helped shape how he now learns. “The maths and English at Kumon made the work at school very easy. Throughout university, I have been able to get things done on time,” Alex said. “Kumon teaches you how to study properly.” To find a Kumon Centre near you, visit http://au.kumonglobal.com or call 1800 458 666.
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here is no doubt that maths is an important requirement for your child’s success in today’s world. It widens career choices and builds self-esteem. The Soroban (Abacus) Education and Mental Arithmetic System (SEMAS), is a program designed to develop the right side of the brain using the abacus as a tool. Something so unique, it will change the way you and your children feel about math. And their new syllabus is perfect for school math.
both the left and right side of the brain are used.
SEMAS focuses on whole brain development. Their aim is to make both hemispheres of the brain integrate. When learning how to play piano or ride a bike, we use our left side of the brain to do the logic part. After a lot of practice, this information is stored in the right hemisphere of our brain (the photographic and creative part). This means that once it is stored in our right side, the information can be recalled much faster - and without having to think about it.
Semas is an international registered company and is the only organisation from Australia admitted as a member of GASJMA (Global Association of Japanese Soroban & Mental Arithmetic). Their students will be competing in the 2016 international Math Championship in Singapore.
The ultimate aim of Soroban Education is the mental calculation (ANZAN). This involves imagining an abacus to make mental calculations. It’s what happens when
This program uses numbers and math, but is not limited to math. You will see growth in other subjects at school. It enhances the photographic memory and develops listening skills, insight, creativity. It also improves concentration, imagination, speed and accuracy, self-confidence and problem solving. Semas establishes a strong foundation for all future learning.
They have centres across Perth, including Currambine, Landsdale, Woodvale, Subiaco, Rivervale, Vic Park, South Perth, Canning Vale and Bayswater. Call them today for your free trial. They also have franchise opportunities across Australia.Visit www.semas.com.au email info@semas.com.au or call 1300 436 009.
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