The Japanese Soroban Math Club at your child’s school
Lessons follow the method and curriculum of Kodomo School, which has taught soroban in Japan for 50 years. Alongside calculation skills, every lesson also builds Japanese learning habits such as greeting and keeping things tidy.
How the club runs
Every session is taught by a KSC instructor, with KSC’s curriculum and equipment. The school opens its doors; KSC takes responsibility for everything inside the classroom.
Primary school, grades 1 and 2
The best age to start. Grade 3 can be added if the school wishes.
1 session a week · 60 minutes
After regular classes, in the school’s club time slot. Depending on the timetable, a session may run 45–60 minutes.
10–15 students per instructor
Small enough to give each child attention. Larger groups are split into two classes.
Japanese standard, adapted for Vietnam
KSC’s Vietnamese textbook Vui học Soroban, following the Japanese method step by step.
Loaned in year 1 · purchased from year 2
Every child uses a real soroban from the very first session. KSC brings everything to the classroom.
Checks every term
At the start, middle and end of each term. A certificate on completing each level, presented at a report session with parents.
You always know how your child is doing
The club keeps you updated on your child’s learning through the channels below. You are also welcome to contact us at any time with questions or to talk things over.
A catalog with the key information about the club program
A message from the teacher on what the children learned, plus any notable comments
Results of the three soroban skills tests (and how we will support children who need more help)
A summary report at the end of each term, with photos and videos of the children practicing
When your child needs extra support
Children are checked at the start, middle and end of each term, so every child’s progress is visible and no one is left behind.
- 1Help during classThe instructor gives the child extra guidance right there in class.
- 2Extra practice at homeExtra practice is set for home and followed up in the next session.
Parent guide – Japanese Soroban Math Club
Everything parents need to know about the club at their child’s school. The brochure is in Vietnamese.
- What children learn with soroban, and its six key benefits (“6T”)
- The Level 0 · 1A · 1B program (with Level 2 for reference)
- A typical lesson and Japanese manners in class
- Soroban terms, explained simply
- How the club reports to and keeps in touch with parents
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Soroban SmartMath Cup
KSC’s annual inter-school mental math competition – a clear picture of what your child has achieved in a year.
