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SIP Abacus Program & Classes
What’s the age range for children to join SIP Abacus?
SIP Abacus is designed to help young minds thrive! Our program is best suited for children aged 5 to 12 years, as these are the ideal ages for grasping the skills we teach.
For those between 12 and 14 years, we do welcome applications! To ensure the program aligns with their learning stage, we have a short interview process before enrolment.
What makes SIP Abacus so effective?
Our proven program helps children develop lifelong SIPerPowers like concentration, memory, and quick recall skills that will help them not just in school, but in all areas of life.
Building Smarter, Faster Learners:
At SIP Abacus, children begin with basic arithmetic using the abacus. As they progress, they begin visualizing the abacus in their minds, enabling them to solve math problems mentally—way faster than most people—without even needing the physical tool! This happens because their focus and concentration really improve. Then, they move on to more advanced math like multiplication, division, square roots, cube roots, decimals, and even BEDMAS. In just two years, your child could solve something like 679 x 8 in under three seconds—no calculator, no pencil, just their amazing brain at work!
This enhanced focus also helps children excel in other school subjects, like Reading, Writing, etc. Within one year of joining us, our children have shown remarkable progress in both math and English reading and writing at school.
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How does my child progress through the classes at SIP Abacus?
Wondering how the classes progress? Here’s a quick breakdown!
- Ages 5-6: They start at Junior Level 1.
- Ages 6-7: They move on to Junior Level 2.
The Junior program has 4 levels, each lasting 4 months. - Ages 7-8:
- Junior Abacus (focusing on concentration and numerical skills)
- Foundation Level 1 (also focusing on concentration and numerical skills)
- Ages 8+:
They start with Foundation Level 1 (5-6 months).
Then, they move on to Foundation Levels 2, 3, and 4—each lasting 4-5 months.
After completing the foundation levels, kids move on to the Advanced Levels:
- Advanced Levels 1-5 (each taking 4-5 months).
Finally, once they’re through the advanced levels, they enter the Grand Modules:
- Grand Modules A, B, and C (each lasting 5-6 months).
This structured progression is designed to help your child develop a strong foundation and build on their skills, ensuring a thorough learning experience at each stage!
How do I know which class my child should join?
- During the Free Trial Class, we’ll assess your child’s skills.
- This helps us assess your child’s strengths, level, and learning style.
- By the end of the session, we’ll guide you on which level your child should start at—we’ll consider both their age and learning abilities to ensure the best fit.
Who is this program perfect for?
- Struggling with academics
- Performing at an average level
- Excelling in their studies and want to do even better
Within just a year of joining SIP Abacus, children from all backgrounds show impressive improvements, especially in Math and English reading and writing. The secret? A significant boost in concentration, which leads to better overall learning abilities and academic success.
What’s the ‘batch class system’ all about?
- Each batch starts with a small group of 4 to 12 children, ensuring your child gets the attention they need in a focused setting.
- We try to group children based on their ability, so they progress at the same pace. This means they’ll be learning the same concepts together, which creates a fun, encouraging, and competitive environment. This healthy competition and camaraderie is essential in improving the speed and accuracy of doing sums–which in turn, keeps children motivated and makes learning even more enjoyable!
- Got an extended holiday? No worries. If your child needs to take a break, they can easily rejoin the same class or even switch to another batch when they return.
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Math
My child struggles with the basics of math. How can SIP Abacus help?
If math is a challenge for your child, SIP Abacus can really make a difference. We’ll help boost your child’s:
- Overall concentration
- Visual memory
- Numerical abilities
- Listening skills
- Self-confidence
- Retention & recall capabilities
- Proficiency with the Abacus tool
We promise to make your child 5x better in their math skills. Most of our children can solve complex problems, like 4087 x 7, in just under three seconds–no pen or calculator required!
My child is already good at math. What does SIP Abacus offer for children who are already good with math?
It’s great that your child is good at math! Math is a subject children keep learning throughout school, and there’s no limit to how excellent they can become. Your child is already good at math… but did you know we promise to make them 5x better?
Yeah, you read that right! Most children rely on pen and paper for sums, and their speed doesn’t come close to children who study at SIP Abacus. An average child at SIP Abacus can solve 687 × 8 in under three seconds after only 2 years of classes with us.
But that’s not all—SIP children don’t just excel in math; they perform better across all school subjects.
With our proven program, your child will:
- Solve complex math problems like 4087 x 9 or 9893 ÷ 7 in just under three seconds! (By the way, 9893 ÷ 7 is 1413.28571429 😁)
- Gain more confidence; not just in math–but also in other school subjects
- Improve concentration, memory retention, and numerical abilities
How do we do it? Through a systematic learning approach that improves focus, memory, and numerical abilities–with the Abacus tool at the heart of it all. The Abacus is a breakthrough innovation that helps kids boost their concentration and excel at arithmetic more easily.
Why should my child join SIP Abacus when they can just use a calculator?
Great question! No doubt, a calculator can get those sums done quickly. But it can’t give your child the boost they need in areas like:
- Improved concentration
- Stronger numerical abilities
- Better listening and understanding skills
- Enhanced visual memory
- Increased self-confidence
- Improved concentration
That’s where SIP Abacus comes in. We’re not about turning children into human calculators. Our program focuses on building key learning skills that will set your child up for success, both in school and beyond. It’s all about giving them the tools they need for a bright future!
Other School Subjects
Does SIP Abacus offer English or Science classes?
SIP Abacus focuses on boosting your child’s brain power—helping them develop strong learning, reasoning, and understanding skills that benefit them across all subjects. While we don’t teach English or Science directly at our abacus classes, our program sharpens concentration, boosts memory, and strengthens observation and listening skills. This helps children excel in school subjects, like Reading, Writing, etc.
*Refer to our Brand Promise
Within just one year of joining us, our children have shown remarkable progress in Math and English reading and writing!
Did you know the skills we boost can also help your child pick up a musical instrument faster? Imagine all the possibilities—Math, English, Science, and more!
Pricing
How much does the program cost? Is it more expensive than other tutoring programs?
Our classes start at just $30 per session (after a 20% discount for direct debit payments). Each session is 75 minutes long, and with two sessions per week, your child will make amazing progress. That works out to just $24 per hour!
We also offer flexible fortnightly payment options, special sibling discounts, and extra savings if you register and pay upfront for 6 or 12 months. If you choose to pay annually, it’s just $21 per hour!
For comparison, most tutoring programs around the country charge far more: Kip McGrath costs $70 per 1 hour session, NumberWorks’nWords charges $64 per 1 hour session, and Thinking2morrow is $60 per 1 hour session.
Our goal is to make quality education affordable for all—we’re here to improve your child significantly and build a strong foundation in learning. At a time when children in New Zealand are struggling to meet the education standards, we’re committed to making a real difference.
Guarantee
Q: Do you really promise guaranteed results?
We’re confident that your child will be 5x better at math with our proven program! And if for any reason we don’t meet this benchmark, we’ve got you covered with a NZ$ 2,000 cashback*.
We’re fully committed to your child’s growth, and we’re here to make sure they get the real, lasting results they deserve!
How does the guarantee actually work?
Here’s a simple breakdown of how our guarantee works:
- On your child’s first day at SIP Abacus (Junior Level 2 or Foundation Level 1), we assess their current abilities.
- This assessment includes a set of questions, and their score will be noted.
- After completing Foundation Level 4 (generally after 16-24 months of joining), we conduct a retest with questions of a similar complexity as the previous assessment to measure improvement. By this stage, we’re confident your child will be 5x better at math—a clear indicator that your child has improved significantly. And if for any reason your child doesn’t improve by 5x, we’ve got you covered with a NZ$ 2,000 cashback*.
Online Classes
Is it possible for my child to attend and complete the SIP Abacus program online?
Of course! SIP Abacus online sessions are some of the most interactive in New Zealand, giving your child a real-time classroom experience right from home.
That’s right—your child can complete their entire program online with us! Every week, more than 500 students join our online sessions and love the engaging and fun learning environment.
We’ll courier everything your child needs—including the abacus, books, and course materials. Best part? No courier charges—it’s free! Plus, there are no pre-recorded lessons—your child will learn live and in real-time with their classmates and instructor.
Here’s to making learning accessible and empowering for every child!
ADHD & Autism
Can Abacus training help children with ADHD and Autism?
Absolutely! Abacus training can be really helpful for children with ADHD and Autism. Here’s how:
- Improved Focus & Concentration: Abacus training helps children with ADHD and Autism boost their attention span and focus on tasks.
- Better Memory & Problem-Solving: The hands-on nature of the abacus strengthens memory and problem-solving skills.
- Enhanced Listening Skills: Children become more attentive and improve their ability to follow instructions.
- Boosted Confidence: As they progress, children feel more confident and engaged in their learning.
- Overall School Progress: Many parents notice improvements in academic subjects like Math, Reading, and Writing within a year.
Click here to learn more about how SIP Abacus helps children with ADHD and autism.
