Kumon English Worksheets PDF

What is Kumon?
Kumon is a home-based supplementary maths and English programme designed to complement a student’s learning at
school. Kumon develops essential study skills, and strengthens fundamental maths and reading comprehension ability.
Kumon is individualised for all students of all ages and abilities, from preschoolers to high schoolers. Kumon does
not aim to cover the entire content of the school curriculum, is not a one-on-one tutoring service, and does not coach
children for specific tests.
How does Kumon work?

At Kumon, students study material matched to their ability rather than their age. Every student is given an initial
assessment and an individualised study plan is created for them. Students then practise worksheets until they have
demonstrated a sound understanding of the material before progressing to a new topic. In doing so, students eventually
reach a point in the programme where they are learning material that is ahead of their school grade level.
The Kumon worksheets

Students develop the skills to learn independently through the design of the Kumon worksheets. The worksheets
increase in difficulty in small increments, contain many examples, and regularly consolidate past learning. Students
study the worksheets daily at home, and during the two visits to their Kumon Centre each week.
The content of the Kumon Programmes

Kumon Maths focuses on the essential topics needed for students to progress from counting through to advanced
calculus as quickly as possible. The topics covered in the programme form the basis of all maths curricula and give
students the confidence to explore other areas of maths at school, and in their own learning. Kumon students are
encouraged to solve problems using mental calculation.
The maths strategies used in Kumon have been developed and refined for more than 60 years, and may differ slightly
from what is taught at school. Kumon students learn how to show working and intermediate steps.
‘When I look at the board in maths class, I can see how to do it and everything just clicks!’
—Navim, 10, Kumon Maths Programme Completer, NZ
Kumon English focuses on reading comprehension. The worksheets feature excerpts from a range of childhood
favourites and classic literature, as well as general knowledge texts. Students who complete the English programme
often find it helps them in a range of school subjects. Students are also given the Kumon Recommended Reading List,
and younger students are encouraged to join www.readtogether.com.au for further reading suggestions on books by
Australian and New Zealand children’s authors.
Students with a solid foundation in maths and a high level of reading comprehension ability can self-study beyond their
school grade level.
‘After reading Macbeth in Kumon English, I found that I loved drama. One of my biggest
achievements was being the lead role in the school play.’
—Jacob, 13, Kumon English and Maths Programme Completer, NSW
Why do parents enrol their children in Kumon?

The most common reason parents enrol their children in Kumon is after receiving a recommendation from a friend
or relative whose children study Kumon. Other common reasons are to instil regular study habits or to satisfy their
children’s natural curiosity for maths or English. While Kumon is not specifically a school-readiness programme, parents
often choose to enrol their children to help them prepare for school.
How does Kumon support students’ learning at school?
The Kumon programmes help children develop mental calculation skills, and reading comprehension ability. Kumon also
develops non-cognitive skills important for academic success like daily study habits, time management, self- motivation,
concentration, and the ability to learn from mistakes.
The Kumon programmes are flexible and adjustments to the daily Kumon workload can be made to accommodate the
demands of school work or other activities.
Who are Kumon Instructors?

Kumon Education Centres are run by an Instructor and a team of Centre Assistants. All Kumon Instructors have at least
a university degree at the bachelor level, and complete Kumon Instructor training. Kumon Instructors are experts in the
Kumon curriculum and methodology, observing students’ study characteristics, and individualising the programmes to
suit individual students.
‘I have a strong belief that if you encourage children to keep trying harder, they realise they can
challenge themselves and build self-learning capabilities. I love my work and seeing children grow.’
—Suzie, Kumon Instructor for 32 years, NSW
What do students say about Kumon?

Studying advanced topics or completing a Kumon programme takes long-term dedication and persistence. While the
academic skills are important, many Kumon students find the confidence gained from achieving beyond their own
expectations to be the greatest reward.
‘After starting Kumon, I could feel my confidence in maths start to increase and I
felt this added a level of confidence beyond the classroom too. I think I carried that
confidence with me throughout high school.’
—Marita Cheng, 2012 Young Australian of the Year, Kumon Maths Programme Completer, QLD
‘Kumon teaches you self-learning, discipline and time management, skills that will
help you throughout your life and especially through school.’
—Dulsara, 18, aerospace engineering student, Kumon Maths and English Programme
Completer, QLD
‘At Kumon, I have learnt about effort and persistence. When I come up
against a challenging question, I don’t give up. I try my best to do it.’
—Farrell, 11, Kumon English Programme Completer and advanced maths
student, VIC.
‘I want to keep doing Kumon because it makes me a better

learner.’
—Sophia, 6, Kumon Maths and English student, SA.
Learn more about Kumon

Kumon was first trialled in Australia in 1984 at a primary school in New South Wales. As of September 2017 over
53,600 students were enrolled in 330 Kumon Education Centres across Australia and New Zealand. Kumon has 4.3
million students enrolled worldwide. To learn more about Kumon, visit the Kumon website or contact your local Kumon
Instructor.
http://au.kumonglobal.com
http://nz.kumonglobal.com

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What is Kumon?

How does Kumon work?

The Kumon worksheets

The content of the Kumon Programmes

Why do parents enrol their children in Kumon?

Who are Kumon Instructors?

What do students say about Kumon?

‘I want to keep doing Kumon because it makes me a better

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