Fun & Engaging
Our trial class is filled with games, activities, and challenges that children absolutely LOVE!
SIP Abacus vs Kumon
Math Without the Misery
SIP Abacus = Zero homework + Zero stress + No rote drills + Only proven results
“Kumon, the programme some students call traumatising”-
1News NZ, April 2024
Meanwhile… NZ’s Top Media Calls SIP Abacus
‘Suitable for Modern Minds’
📺 NZ’s top news show Breakfast called the SIP Abacus program “suitable for modern minds”, and our student Japnaam wowed the host with lightning-fast math.
🇳🇿 NZ Deputy Prime Minister: Tested SIP Abacus’ kids with live sums—and left impressed.
SIP Abacus= New Zealand’s Only Program Guaranteeing 5x Faster Math Skills ✅
Backed by neuroscience, our proven program activates your child’s both brain hemispheres: left for logic + right for creativity. We’re so confident in our program that we guarantee your child will become 5x faster + better at math—or we’ll give you $2000. Even 7-year-old students at SIP Abacus can solve sums like 435 + 657 – 353 + 793 – 289 in under 5 seconds!
See for yourself:
But… Do We Boost Just Math Skills? 🤔
Our program also strengthens children’s concentration, retention & recall, visual memory, listening skills, and overall confidence.
Even though we don’t teach other subjects, these skills help children perform better across the board. In fact, within just a year of joining, most of our students see a significant improvement not only in math, but also in English Reading & Writing, and beyond.
Even though we don’t teach other subjects, these skills help children perform better across the board. In fact, within just a year of joining, most of our students see a significant improvement not only in math, but also in English Reading & Writing, and beyond.
Why Parents Prefer SIP Abacus Over Kumon
| Feature | SIP Abacus NZ | Kumon |
|---|---|---|
| Homework | Zero Homework = Zero Stress | Daily worksheets (parent-supervised) |
| Class Duration | 75 minutes of active teaching + games | 20–40 minutes of pin-drop silence + self-learning |
| Class Fee | From $26.25/class ($21/hour) | $160 per month per subjectl |
| Learning Style | Fun, interactive, social — kids solve big sums in seconds – no pen & paper needed | Repetitive, rote-based. 1News NZ reports some parents call it “traumatising” |
| Social Skills | ✅ Children develop social skills like listening, concentration and observation through social interaction, and build confidence. | ❌ No social interaction. Children must sit silently and do their worksheets. |
| Subjects Covered | Boosts performance in Math + English Reading & Writing + other school subjects (through focus & memory boost) | Focuses only on Math & English |
| Guaranteed Results | ✅ Guaranteed 5x faster + better math skills or get a $2000 refund | ❌ No guarantee of improvements |
Feature
SIP Abacus NZ
Kumon
Homework
Zero Homework = Zero Stress
Daily worksheets (parent-supervised)
Class Duration
75 minutes of active teaching + games
20–40 minutes of pin-drop silence + self-learning
Class Fee
From $26.25/class ($21/hour)
$160 per month per subject
Learning Style
Fun, interactive, social — kids solve big sums in seconds – no pen & paper needed
Repetitive, rote-based. 1News NZ reports some parents call it “traumatising”
Subjects Covered
Boosts all school subjects plus creativity (music, art, poetry) through whole-brain development
Focuses only on Math & English
Social Skills
✅ Children develop social skills like listening, concentration and observation through social interaction, and build confidence.
❌ No social interaction. Children must sit silently and do their worksheets.
Subjects Covered
Boosts performance in Math + English Reading & Writing + other school subjects (through focus & memory boost)
Focuses only on Math & English
Child Impact
Builds speed, focus, confidence, and concentration
Only improves speed through repetition
Soft Skills
Observation, listening skills, retention and recall exercises, and memory games are part of learning
❌ No focus on soft skills
Team Work
Group-based activities foster teamwork and bonding
❌ No team-based learning or interaction. Children work in isolation and silence.
Competition
Regular competitions build confidence and real-world exposure
No structured competitions or team experiences
Holiday Charges
No charges when the centre is closed during Dec-January christmas break
Payment continues as normal even centre is closed during christmas break
Guaranteed Results
✅ Guaranteed 5x faster + better math skills or get a $2000 refund
❌ No guarantee of improvement
📍 SIP Abacus is in 6 locations across Auckland + Hamilton + Christchurch + Online too
See the Difference
in the Trial Class Itself. It’s Free!
90 - Minutes Session
Includes a dedicated parent info session to show how our program helps your child shine.
Instant Results
See noticeable improvement in the trial class itself!
And The Best Part?
It’s Totally Free!
Fun & Engaging
Our trial class is filled with games, activities, and challenges that children absolutely LOVE!
90 - Minutes Session
Includes a dedicated parent info session to show how our program helps your child shine.
Instant Results
See noticeable improvement in the trial class itself!
And The Best Part?
It’s Totally Free!
If you want math to be fun, stress-free, and confidence-boosting—without the heavy fees—SIP Abacus is the clear winner. ✨
Don’t let your child start hating math; help them love learning with SIP Abacus.
