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Success Stories  

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

Kailaash smiling photo

This Student Learned the Power of a Routine with Kumon

Soccer practice at 3p.m., violin lessons at 4:30p.m., Spanish class at 6p.m. Does this schedule seem familiar? Children today have a reputation for being overbooked, with some parents even facing criticism for putting their kids in too many activities. Is there a point when extracurricular activities become too much?

Kailaash thought that point came

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How a Young Musician’s Academic Abilities Will Change the World

Rin, 12-years-old, Level L Math 
At just 12-years-old, Rin is wise beyond her years. She’s not only gifted in the classroom, but she’s also received accolades that many aspiring adult musicians dream of achieving.  

After enrolling in Kumon when she was five years old, Rin quickly obtained a strong foundation in math and reading, and to

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This 14-Year-Old Has a Dream of Working in the National Hockey League

Isaac, 14-years-old, Level M Math 
Isaac loves watching sports. One of his favorite things to do is watch his beloved Montreal Canadiens on Hockey Night in Canada! He enjoys hockey so much that he has a dream of becoming a general manager of a hockey team someday. 

If that doesn’t work out, he’s also considering becoming an engineer because of his

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Inara in the woods

How Setting Long-Term Goals Led One Kumon Student to Big Achievements

Waiting has become nearly obsolete in today’s connected world. Gone are the days of bringing your film to the store to get developed. Even the satisfying shake of a Polaroid would feel like forever compared to the instant gratification of a cell phone selfie. When you can receive an immediate answer to a burning question simply

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