COMMITMENT
Kumon is a long term learning program and so we require a minimum 12-month commitment of uninterrupted studying in order to allow our individualized lesson plans to build a strong academic foundation, maximize students' ability, create a positive attitude towards learning, as well as studying beyond their grade levels. A full month's written notice is required to withdraw a student from our Kumon Centre.
Student's Schedule:
• Twice a week students spend approximately 20-40 minutes per subject at the centre.
• Students arriving at the center less than 30 minutes prior to closing may be asked to pick up their work for that day and complete it at home.
• Students are encouraged to complete work every day of the week, including weekends and holidays, in order to make smooth progress and build good work habits.
Parent’s Role:
• Kumon is a family commitment. Please check that your child has completed their homework daily.
• Parents are encouraged to help their child get the most out of the Kumon experience by grading homework and ensuring that corrections are done before the next assignment is attempted. We can provide an ‘Answer Book’ to facilitate the process. Grading is a 2-5-minute exercise, which demonstrates to your child that YOU are committed to Kumon and that it has an immeasurable impact on your child's progress and dedication.
• Parents are NOT encouraged to help their child to complete Kumon homework. If your child cannot complete their work independently, please let one of our staff know. Remember that Kumon’s main focus is independent learning.
Tuition, Registration and fee payment PRE - AUTHORIZED DEBIT (PAD) PAYMENTS
• Tuition is due on the 1st day of every month. The first month's tuition and registration fee is due upon enrollment.
• Payments can be made by Pre-Authorized Debits (PAD). The number of classes attended does not affect tuition. If you start between the 1st and 15th, a full month’s tuition is assessed. If you start from the 16th onward, a half month’s tuition is assessed. A $45 service charge applies to any rejected transactions or refund.
Class Schedule
• Two classes per week per subject. One class is approximately 20 to 30 minutes.
• Virtual classes are available upon request.
• Please arrive on time according to your schedule. Students who are early may be asked to wait in the waiting room, and students who are late may be asked to complete their work at home for that day.
• Temporary schedule changes are not permitted. Only permanent (long time) changes can be made. Email us at least one week in advance and before adding other activities that may affect your Kumon schedule. Schedule changes are subject to availability.
• Homework exchange - Currently once every two weeks for virtual class students, and once every week for in-person class students.
Classroom Code of Conduct:
• The Centre is a place of study and therefore requires a quiet atmosphere.
• Students are expected to behave in a respectful manner at the Kumon Centre. Students who are disruptive to the learning environment may be asked to leave the class.
Vacation
• Notify us via email at least two weeks in advance. Specify if you want work assigned during your vacation.
• Vacation work may be collected on your last class before vacation.
• Students must complete booklets in date order and return all work, whether completed or not.
• A full month's tuition is collected regardless of the number of classes attended or assignments are taken. •Make-up classes are not provided.
Missed Classes
• Notify us via email or leave a voicemail at 778-769-3399 if you are unable to make it to class.
• For planned absences (birthday parties, celebrations, etc.), notify us via email one week in advance. Work may be collected on your last class before your planned absence.
• For unplanned absences ( illness, emergencies, etc.), email or leave a voicemail as soon as possible.
• A full month's tuition is collected regardless of the number of classes attended or assignments are taken.
• Make-up classes are not provided.
Parent Communication
• Parent - Instructor - Student communication is critical for your child's success in the Kumon Program. We will send home student progress information after every achievement test, along with the achievement test results. Information of this type is sent through your child, so please check their blue Kumon case for communications to you.
• If you would like a progress report or meeting to discuss how your child is progressing, please let us know. Parent meetings are done by appointment outside of regular class hours. Please do not hesitate to call or e-mail if you need guidance related to Kumon or if you would like to share information on what you are observing at home.
• Please keep us informed of any changes to your e-mail address, phone numbers or emergency contact information.
• Planned centre closures are announced via email or center updates on our centre website. Continuous Learning: Kumon is a year-round program and the Centre operates 12 months a year. We encourage our students to attend throughout the year, including the summer, so that students may advance beyond their grade level as soon as possible. Kumon is not a “quick fix” program; therefore, a minimum 12-month personal commitment is required.
Awards and Recognition
• Kumon North America's student Award Program recognizes the achievements of advanced students who, through hard work and perseverance, are studying work in Kumon that is beyond their grade level.
• A student awards ceremony is held annually. Parents and grandparents are welcome to the event.
• Student Award Categories include: KIS Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum (KIS is Kumon International Standards).
Safety
• The Abbotsford Ten Oaks Kumon Centre does not take responsibility for student’s safety after they have completed their classwork and leave the center. Parents agree to take no legal action against Kumon of Abbotsford - Ten Oaks because of an accident or mishap both outside and inside the premises.
• Food or drinks (other than water) are not permitted inside the classroom or the parent waiting area.
• Parents are expected to wait in the waiting area for the entire time that their child is attending class. However, if you leave the center, please ensure that you return before your child’s classwork is completed to ensure your child's safety.
• Parents of young (early learner/primary instruction) children are requested to stay while their children are in class. If the parent is not present, the instructor/assistant will notify the parent by either telephoning or by text (please, keep your contact information up to date).