Josie’s Story
Josie is 10-years-old, studying three years above her grade level in the Kumon Program. In fact, she’s studying the same math material that her mom, who is an eighth grade teacher, teaches her students. Imagine that, a 10-year-old transforming equations, working with linear functions and simplifying monomials and polynomials. She’s well on her way to advanced algebraic expressions and she isn’t even in middle school yet.
One of the things that Josie likes most about Kumon is the fact that she’s studying above her grade level.
“Kumon gives me confidence because I know how strong of a student it has made me,” says Josie. “I know that I can do and learn anything if I do the work and practice daily. Kumon has taught me about the importance of focusing and to not be afraid of challenges, but to enjoy them and work through them because I know I can overcome anything.”
Josie embodies everything that Toru Kumon had in mind when he founded the Kumon Method. He felt that students would experience the true benefits of the Kumon Method if they acquired the study habits necessary for self-learning and advanced study.
Discover more inspiring success stories on the Kumon Blog !
Ria - Program Completer in Reading!
Ria completed the Kumon Reading Level L, officially becoming a Reading program completer! She started at the center in 2017 and has worked diligently to complete the program.
We applaud Ria’s parents who trusted the method and encouraged Ria to follow it through to completion. Ria is currently enrolled in Math (level J). Having completed pre-algebra material Ria is currently studying Algebra concepts.
Ria is an excellent artist as well. She enjoys painting with different mediums. One of her oil paintings displayed in the RVCC teen art exhibition.
Kiaan - An infectious enthusiasm for Kumon!
Kiaan is a rising 3rd grader who brings his infectious enthusiasm for Kumon to the center every week! Kiaan enjoys Kumon Math and Reading and takes pride in completing his work.
When Kiaan isn’t at the center he enjoys playing soccer, tennis, swimming and building with Legos. Kiaan is fascinated by cars, specifically their mechanisms and features. He aspires to become an automobile/ automotive engineer and wants to design new technology cars.
Kiaan’s parents enrolled him in the Kumon Math and Reading program to cultivate a mindset for self-learning and boosting his confidence. Through daily Kumon practice, Kiaan has become a self-motivated worker, has developed independent problem-solving skills and has improved his focus and concentration.
Kumon continues to help Kiaan build a strong foundation in Math and Reading, engage in a regular self-study schedule, understand and appreciate the importance of education.
Kiaan’s younger brother Aveer has also recently joined the Kumon family.
Last month Kiaan was awarded the Good Citizenship award in his class and we wish him continued success!
A few words from Kiaan's parents:
"The Kumon center in Bridgewater is a supportive environment. It offers a quiet and organized space for students to focus, concentrate and complete work.
Ms. Nandita and her team are very encouraging. Ms. Nandita maintains regular communication with parents to monitor, encourage and facilitate progress."
Emma - the sky's the limit!
Emma is a rising 4th grader. Her parents signed her up for Kumon to increase her Math and Reading scores and to build her confidence in mastering subjects in school. They wanted her to believe in herself and learn that anything was possible if you put your mind to it.
Emma loves playing travel soccer. She enjoys arts and craft and loves Taylor Swift.
When she grows up Emma wants to be an artist.
Kumon has helped Emma improve her accuracy, focus, discipline in the classroom and on the soccer field!
Since starting Kumon, Emma’s confidence has skyrocketed!
A few words from Emma's parents:
"Kumon has helped increase Emma's confidence in everything she does - sports, making new friends and academics at school. We wanted Emma to realize the sky’s the limit and continue to persevere as she progresses in her Kumon journey.
Ms. Nandita treats Emma as if she were her own child. She has been phenomenal in Emma's development and progress. Ms. Nandita is stern, yet gentle and caring in her teaching methods. She has been very transparent and constantly kept us updated about our child's progress.
Emma wouldn’t be where she is if it wasn’t for Ms. Nandita and Bridgewater Kumon."
Nivan - enjoys a challenge!
Nivan is a rising 2nd grader. Nivan enjoys a challenge when solving problems. Nivan is currently studying Math at 4th grade level.
This witty 7-year-old enjoys playing tennis, chess and the piano. Nivan is also a swimmer and enjoys bicycling.
Nivan’s parents enrolled him in Kumon to develop better study habits through daily practice and staying focused. Since joining Kumon, Nivan has learned that practice makes better, keep trying and never give up.
Kumon has also helped Nivan improve his mental math skills, accuracy, stay focused, and acquire speed, accuracy and confidence in Math.
A few words from Nivan's parents:
“Kumon has helped Nivan improve his mental math skills, hone his attention span and accuracy.
Ms. Nandita is very attentive and maintains consistent communication with parents. Her ability to adjust teaching strategies to meet the changing needs of students (including Nivan) is impressive.”
Jaxon - perseverance makes progress!
Jaxon’s parents signed him up with Kumon to give him a head start on Math and Reading before entering 1st grade. They wanted Jaxon to understand that he could accomplish any task through focus, discipline and perseverance.
Outside of Kumon, Jaxon loves sports! He currently wrestles, plays pre-travel soccer and pre-travel baseball with two local teams.
When he grows up Jaxon aspires to be a Police officer.
Kumon has helped increase Jaxon’s confidence in everything he does – wrestling, soccer, baseball, making new friends and academics at school. Jaxon’s math and reading scores are above his grade level, and his parents hope that Jaxon realizes the sky’s the limit he continues to excel at Kumon.
A few words from Jaxon's parents:
"Kumon has helped increase Jaxon’s confidence in everything he does - sports, making new friends and academics at school. We hope Jaxon realizes the sky’s the limit and continues to persevere as the progresses in his Kumon journey.
Ms. Nandita treats Jaxon as if he was her own child. She has been phenomenal in Jaxon’s development and progress. Ms. Nandita is stern, yet gentle and caring in her teaching methods. She has been very transparent and constantly kept us updated about our children’s progress.
Jaxon wouldn’t be where he is if it wasn’t for Ms. Nandita and Bridgewater Kumon."
Ansh - becoming an independent learner through Kumon!
Ansh’s parents brought him to Kumon to help him become an independent learner, while improving his reading and writing skills.
Ansh enjoys playing cricket, basketball and baseball. When he’s not outdoors, he likes playing the guitar and chess. Ansh is very interested in Robotics and Outer Space. He wants to be an astronaut when he grows up and is very interested in Robotics and Outer Space.
Kumon has helped Ansh develop a strong foundation via improved reading skills. The program is fostering in him a keen interest and love for reading.
A few words from Ansh's parents:
"The Bridgewater Kumon center is a very calm and welcoming place.
Ms. Nandita is a great instructor. Ansh loves to go to the center, interact with Ms. Nandita and learn from her."
Keya - building reading skills and self learning through Kumon!
Keya is 4 years old, and reads confidently, well above her grade level.
As a Kindergartener, Keya’s parents wanted to help her build a self-learning ability, which would help her become a strong and independent learner and speller before first grade.
Keya also enjoys math, puzzles and singing. Keya likes outdoor activities and enjoys playing cricket and soccer. When she grows up Keya wants to be a doctor.
Kumon has helped Keya become a confident and fluent early reader. Keya has developed her penmanship skills as well. Kumon has helped Keya become more focused on her work as she studies to achieve her dreams!
A few words from Keya's parents:
"The Bridgewater center is a very calm and welcoming place.
Ms. Nandita is a great instructor. Keya loves to go to the center, interact with Ms. Nandita and learn from her."