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Donna Wood - Chatham Walderslade
Donna Wood
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About this centre

Online Class available In-Centre Class available KUMON CONNECT available

Welcome to the Kumon Chatham, Walderslade Study Centre.

Established in 2002, the centre offers maths and English programmes to children of all ages and abilities. We have children attending from pre-schools, state and independent schools from across Medway including Chatham, Gillingham, Rainham, Rochester and Strood.

Similar to other tuition providers the Kumon programmes focus on essential academic skills, but we go one step further by developing a child’s independent study skills. These study skills have helped many of our students go on to perform well in their 11+ and entrance exams, and are essential for GSCE, A-level, university, employment and all other aspects of adult life. 

In addition to studying an appropriate amount of work at home on a daily basis, your child can attend the study centre up to twice a week where you will be kept informed of their progress.

Our experienced team offer support every step of the way, from our dedicated early learning area through to guidance on more advanced topics, and every stage in between.

The unique Kumon maths and English Programmes pursue the potential of each child by developing confident, independent learners through individualised, advanced study.

Did you know, you can now study Kumon using digital worksheets? This study centre is proud to offer KUMON CONNECT. Click here for more details.
 

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About the Instructor

Donna Wood - Chatham Walderslade

My name is Donna Wood and I am the Instructor for the Chatham, Walderslade Study Centre.

I am delighted to be running a Kumon study centre and to bring the internationally renowned programme to the local area.

I became aware of Kumon through a colleague whose son had studied the programme and was delighted with his progress. Upon enquiring about Kumon, I found there was not a study centre in my area, and the nearest one had a waiting list. With my background in finance and a keen interest in education, I decided to train to become an Instructor.

I now run a thriving centre, with a tremendous and experienced team alongside me. Over the years I have seen so many children (including my own daughters) develop, gain self-confidence and achieve academic success through studying the programme.

Being a Kumon Instructor has been extremely rewarding and I look forward to helping many more students achieve their potential in the years to come.

I look forward to welcoming you to my centre.
 

Class Times

Monday
Non-class day
Tuesday
16:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
Non-class day
Thursday
Non-class day
Friday
16:00 - 18:15
Saturday
09:45 - 12:00
Sunday
Non-class day

How long does study take?

The time taken to complete a day's work may be around 30 minutes per subject. The study time is down to each individual and their current study level. Class times displayed may include a combination of in-centre and online class sessions. Please contact your Instructor for further details.

Pricing

Registration Fee
£40 One-off fee
What is the Registration Fee?
To get your child started with Kumon study you will pay a one off registration fee to register them as a student
Per subject
£80 Per month


Children attend regular classes either at the study centre or online


Daily worksheets designed for at home and in-centre learning
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Centre Reviews

Overall Rating

4.6

From 11 reviews on Google

Haydn Morgan
27/10/2023
The Kumon is based on routine, discipline and persistence and it was this method that appealed to us around four years ago when our son (now 8.5 yrs) joined the centre following a recommendation. Our son was always numerical when he was young so we entered him to study maths to enhance his learning and his passion for numbers. Thanks to the method and the fantastic environment Donna and her team provides, he has been excelling in maths at his school as member of advanced maths group and his passion for maths continues strong. The team are friendly, approachable and our son particularly enjoys the learning conversations he has with the student teachers. In addition to math itself, he is also learning how to take tests. Being able to complete work within a given timeframe and expected pass rate is an important skill to master, and I am so pleased he was able to get used to this in such a supportive environment without any pressures. We thank Donna and her team for the steady, high quality support they provide the children and us. and we cannot recommend them highly enough.
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Olukemi Aiyegbusi
12/10/2023
Kumon has been an essential part of my kids' learning. I make sure they start just before reception and this has given them the edge and confidence required in their academic capabilities. I can proudly say that my eldest's efficient work ethic now, is as a result of Kumon. They just get on with any challenge they are given. The staff are amazing, always ready to help. It is also very reassuring that they know the kids well too, they have literally watched them blossom after so many years I recommend Kumon all the time to my friends. You can't go through Kumon and not be ahead in Maths and English in any school year. Some of the comprehensions in English even cover subject areas like Geography and History. Well done to all the staff at Kumon Chatham. You are all amazing
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Harj Khunkhun
28/06/2020
My 2 children have been studying at the Chatham kumon centre for many years now. They have gained invaluable skills not only academically but self-disciplined, independent learning by studying the kumon programme. It has been highly effective in helping them work at standards higher than they would be at school. Donna and her team are extremely professional, welcoming and personable. Nothing has ever been a bother whether it be changing study centre days, allocation of work, and provide all the support the children need to keep achieving. So much so that my eldest is now a member of Donna’s student support team to help the younger children as well as allocation and marking of work.
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Elizabeth Castell
27/09/2019
As a student who studied at Kumon for 8 years, I can’t describe how helpful it has been. The skills I developed helped me throughout my schooling and was a major contribution to achieving an A* in Maths GCSE. As well as this, Kumon helped to develop a good work ethic aided by the daily work sheets that are set. Would recommend for anyone.
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HA Q
27/08/2019
staff are wonderful with my child. His progress has been excellent and the team are always supportive. Donna is an excellent and fair leader with an encouraging nature and her team provide an excellent service .
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Popular Questions

Kumon is a self-learning programme with each student receiving regular support from their Instructor. The carefully developed worksheets teach students how to find the answer for themselves, whilst their Instructor offers guidance when necessary. The key role of each Kumon Instructor is to observe their students working, either in the centre or their online class, making sure that work is set at the right level and that they are developing at the right pace.

Students can start learning with Kumon from age two upwards. We currently have students as young as two years old studying with us, ranging all the way up to those about to go to university; Kumon helps children of any age and any ability. The sooner children begin, the earlier they can start developing skills to gain the greatest cumulative benefit; as soon as you feel your family is ready to make the commitment to long-term study, Kumon will be ready to help you achieve your goal.

Kumon offers much more than tutoring and differs from traditional teaching in the classroom. Rather than preparing children for a particular test or assessment, Kumon empowers students to learn for themselves, through individualised instruction and carefully developed worksheets.

As well as developing key skills in maths and English, each Kumon student will work towards building their independent learning skills and confidence in their own abilities. This means that a Kumon student will not be dependent on – or limited by – the skills and knowledge of others.

As a global programme, Kumon does not follow a school curriculum, but rather is complementary to curricula across the world. The primary aim of the Kumon Method is to develop independent learning skills. These independent learning skills enhance the students’ performance right across the school curriculum. Kumon operates at exactly the right level for each student – regardless of their age – ensuring that work set extends and develops their skills, confidence and ability.

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Facilities

Family waiting area
Independent reading area
Early learners section
Disabled access available
Parking - Free
Public Transport - Bus

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Beechen Hall
Wildfell Close
Walderslade
Kent
ME5 9RU

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