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Stories about REAL Kumon students and their success in school and beyond.

How Sophia Grew Her Confidence in English

Learning a new language is like growing a garden. Children build language skills one step at a time, just as a gardener nurtures a plant with regular water and attention. Progress may not always be visible day to day, but with consistency, those small efforts grow into strong, lasting skills. 12-year-old Sophia Melo planted

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Have You Seen What Kumon Students Can Do?

Have you seen a young reader go from learning letter sounds to reading chapter books? Or a student proudly take on work years beyond their grade level?

In this article, we’re highlighting a few students whose Kumon journeys show what’s possible when small steps, consistent practice, and perseverance come together.

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Srihan’s G by 4 Journey: Building Confidence, Discipline, and a Champion Mindset

“Challenges are a sign that you are learning and growing,” said 9-year-old Srihan, a Kumon G by 4 Reading recipient. Srihan recently took a trip down memory lane, reflecting on how Kumon showed him that with practice, patience, and determination, he can achieve things that once seemed difficult.

Although his Kumon

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How Kumon Connect Helped Mikhail Take Ownership of His Learning

Mikhail Kim’s relationship with homework was anything but positive. Every evening brought the same challenge of homework that often ended in frustration. “For a parent, it was difficult to watch—knowing he was capable, but not seeing that confidence,” said Mikhail’s mother. That began to change after Mikhail enrolled in Kumon. Not all at once,

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