Kumon Maths and English Free Trial: 1 September - 31 October

Leading supplementary education provider Kumon Educational is offering a two-week Free Trial between 1 September and 31 October 2011. This is an opportunity for children of all ages to experience Kumon's unique maths and English programmes for free at their local study centre. Parents will also gain a valuable insight into how the programmes can develop their child's independent study skills.

Kumon offers individualised maths and English study programmes that are tailored to the needs of each child. Through daily practice and repetition, students build their confidence, improve their concentration and gain effective study skills that will enhance their ability to self-learn. Through Kumon study, each child can develop an attitude to learning that enables them to overcome obstacles and succeed in life.

Alyson Smith, mother of Kumon students Leanne and Olivia, says:
"Kumon has become an integral part of our lives and had a positive, lasting effect on the girls. We have really seen their academic and personal skills develop since starting their Kumon study. Their confidence has also grown and they aren't afraid to work hard; now they persevere with exercises until the task is completed. As we all know, this is a key skill in adulthood too and one that will help them to lead successful and fulfilling lives."

The Kumon method of learning was developed in 1954 by Toru Kumon, a parent and gifted teacher from Japan. Like any parent, Toru wanted the best education for his son and began devising a teaching method using worksheets in the core subject of maths. Soon word spread of his success, and now there are over 4 million children worldwide studying the Kumon maths and English programmes. Over 60,000 students study at more than 625 study centres across the UK and Ireland.

By enrolling at their local Kumon Study Centre between 1 September and 31 October, parents can take advantage of the two week Free Trial and see how Kumon study can benefit their child.

There are currently nine Kumon Study Centres throughout Ireland. The centres are situated at the following locations: Bray, Castletroy, Kilkenny, Malahide, Mallow, Stillorgan, Stranorlar, Wicklow and Wilton. Details of individual study centres can be found at www.kumon.ie or by calling 1800 523 191.