Success Stories
Stories about REAL Kumon students and their success in school and beyond.
Have You Seen What Kumon Students Can Do?
Wednesday August 19, 2026
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
Tuesday July 28, 2026
“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
Wednesday June 24, 2026
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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BUILDING CONFIDENCE ONE DAY AT A TIME: LIRISH’S KUMON JOURNEY
Thursday May 28, 2026
For the past seven years, Lirish has been building strong academic skills, confidence, and perseverance through his Kumon journey. What started as an opportunity to strengthen his math abilities gradually became a daily routine that helped him grow not only in the classroom, but also personally. Through consistent practice and determination, Lirish has
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