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Key facts

• Kumon is the largest supplementary education provider in South Africa and neighbouring African countries.

• Kumon offers maths and English worksheet based study programmes for children of all ages and abilities.

• The Kumon programmes aim to develop independent, advanced learners, with a positive attitude to study.

• Kumon students are supported to reach a level of study beyond the international standard for their age.

• There are currently more than 17,000 Kumon students learning at over 200 study centres across South Africa and neighbouring African countries.

• There are over 3.5 million Kumon students studying in more than 60 countries and regions around the world.

• The Kumon Method of Learning was developed in 1954 by Toru Kumon, both a parent and gifted teacher from Japan.

• All Kumon Instructors are skilled and committed individuals with a passion for education and a strong desire to see children develop.

• Kumon fees vary according to geographical area and the operational costs of the Centre. Please visit the microsite of the Centres in your area to view the individual fees.