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Our Abacus Maths programme is structured according to different levels of learning. This allows children of different ages to join the programme when they can – there is no need to start in Grade R.
The ages from birth until the age of six are crucial in the development for children and therefore, it’s so important to foster their learning in this age period. They are like sponges and absorb all information around them and then actively make sense of it. They absorb everything around them, effortlessly, continuously and indiscriminatel
Step by Step 3 year olds
Everything is done through interactive and multisensory play.
They learn to:
- Recognize shapes in the real world
- Start sorting things by colour, shape and size.
- Compare and contrast using classifications like height and size.
- Understand that numerals stand for number names (4 stands for four).
- Use spatial awareness to put puzzles together.
Numeracy Programme 4-6 year olds
We assess all children from 4-6 years old to establish what they know about numbers already. This assessment/ “placement tool” directs us to choose between our “Numeracy programme” or the Japanese Abacus programme.
The Numeracy programme is a stunning, kinaesthetic learning experience. Our students have a hands-on experience, which equips them with a number sense from 1-10. Our unique number stories and practical exercises help them put what they have learnt into practice. Our workbooks are effective, interactive and fun. Let us help your child to speak the language of maths!
Introductory Level Japanese Abacus Course – Grade 00 to Grade 1 (Ages 5 to 7)
The Introduction to the Japanese abacus/ “Soroban” flows from our “Placement tool” result done with all 4-6 year olds.
All students who pass this assessment know their numbers one to nine, are able to add value to them and are able to recognise and write each of them too.
We build on this knowledge and expand to a solid base of a 100. We also teach them the basic Japanese Abacus keys which enable them to do basic addition and subtraction mentally as well.
Basic Level – Grade 2 to 7 (Ages 8 to 12)
We teach children the 54 keys to unlock the genius of the Japanese Abacus as well as number sense up to a Million. Our goal is to lay a solid foundation for addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Children are constantly encouraged to challenge themselves and grow in problem-solving abilities.
This programme has proved to fill gaps in a student’s mathematical foundation and is highly recommended. We encourage parents to start early. Grade 6 to 7 Abacus beginners are welcome to register, but parents of gr 6 and 7 students battling with mathematics, are advised to first consult with your local instructor for an assessment before registering for this course
Intermediate Level
The intermediate levels are for those students who have completed the 54 keys of the basic course.
Ages vary from grade 0 to grade 7. This is where the” magic” really lies. Students on this level get to do their Multiplication and division on the Japanese Abacus. We build on the Mental Maths skills which they have acquired in the basic level. This is a very exciting part of the course. Students who work through these levels usually excel at school.
At this point the basics of mathematics should be laid.
Advanced Level
Everything that has been trained up to now at the advanced levels, call for greater visualisation and solution skills. Commitment, Discipline, Effort, Enthusiasm Determination and Perseverance are the keys they acquire with these levels on the pathway to their success.
Watching students at this level is an eye-opening experience. Solving problems are taken to an even higher level.
Students who continue on the advanced levels have a love for maths and excel with confidence, speed and accuracy. It should be noted that the program has the ability to increase IQ and stimulate brain development in general.