C o m p a n y P r o f i l e

For the children: Life Skills

At Kumon we believe it is important for children to develop life skills

to enable them to live their lives with a positive attitude about the future.

Having observed tens of thousands of children, we strongly believe that life

skills enable children to live their lives happily and to the fullest, with dreams

and goals, with a willingness to face challenges, and with the motivation to

try new things proactively and enthusiastically. To reach that end, attributes

such as a superior academic ability, a sense of self-belief and the ability to

learn independently are essential.

Self-confidence means believing in oneself. Through perseverance

in their studies, children develop self-confidence and emerge feeling positive

about themselves and what they are capable of. This self-confidence

becomes the driving force behind their willingness to challenge themselves

with more difficult or unfamiliar work. It is also what motivates them to set

goals and have dreams for the future. It is during the pursuit of goals and

dreams that the ability to self-learn is developed.

Self-learning ability involves being able to set goals and solve

unfamiliar and challenging tasks independently. It is the synthesis of many

skills such as concentration, information processing, and the ability to

challenge oneself and persevere with tasks for extended periods.

Contents

Mission, Vision 2

The Origins of the Kumon Method 3

The Characteristics of the Kumon Method

-Individualized Instruction-The 'Just-right' Level of Study 4

-Self-Learning 4

-The Role of the Instructor 5

-Progress in Small Steps / The Kumon Curriculum 6

-The Pursuit of Potential 7

The Kumon Method Spreading Throughout the World 8

Milestones 10

THE KUMON WAY 12

The "THINKING FACE" 13

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The Origins of the Kumon Method

he late Chairman Toru Kumon developed the prototype of the Kumon Method in 1954 while

he was a high school mathematics teacher. At the time, Toru Kumon’s wife, Teiko, asked him to take a look at his eldest son Takeshi’s1 second-grade arithmetic studies because she was not satisfied with the results of a test he had taken. As a result of his teaching experience, Toru Kumon believed that all children possess undiscovered potential and abilities that surpass even the expectations of adults. He considered it to be the responsibility of educators to uncover that hidden potential and, above all else, he felt that instruction based on maximizing children’s independence was of the highest importance. Toru Kumon's aim was to create a collection of original problems that Takeshi would be able to complete progressively, on his own, allowing him to develop his skills gradually. After much trial and error, he produced a series of hand-written learning materials on loose-leaf A5-sized paper. The primary feature of these materials was the focus on developing strong calculation skills, enabling Takeshi to advance as quickly as possible through to high school mathematics. Based on his experience as a high school mathematics teacher, Toru Kumon was convinced that mastering calculation was the key to enabling his son to later apply other mathematical concepts. Takeshi started studying his father’s handmade materials when he was in 2nd grade, in July 1954. He began with addition problems and then progressed rapidly until he reached 11th grade-level differential and integral calculus within the first few months of the 6th grade. During this time, Toru Kumon continued to create these learning materials on a daily basis, and it was through this process that the philosophy behind the Kumon Method emerged. That is, the optimum development of each individual’s ability, irrespective of age or grade - the pursuit of potential. Toru Kumon believed that what was possible for one child was possible for others, and thus set out to offer, to as many children as possible, the opportunity to study with this Method.

The original hand-written worksheets that Toru Kumon created for his son in 1954

VisionWe wish that all people in all countries and regions in the world will have the opportunity

to learn with the Kumon Method, and that each individual in the world will be enthusiastically

self-learning and making efforts towards realizing his or her goals and dreams.

Half a century ago, one father’s love for his son gave birth to the Kumon Method

MissionBy discovering the potential of each individual

and developing his or her ability to the maximum,

we aim to foster sound, capable people

and thus contribute to the global community.

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We have a dream: to contribute to world peace through education.

We will head towards the realization of that dream

by fostering people through individualized education.

The Characteristics of the Kumon Method

umon defines self-learning as the ability to set goals and solve unfamiliar and challenging tasks independently. The Instructor fosters this ability in students by setting them a goal to complete worksheets

that have been carefully created to allow the learner to move along solving them on their own. It is precisely because students are daily going about their work independently with a goal that the desire to learn is aroused. Furthermore, the ambition to take on a new challenge is fostered in students because they feel a sense of accomplishment in their study. This process begins the moment students enter a Kumon Center, collect their prepared sets of worksheets and begin studying on their own. With the Kumon Method, it is extremely important that worksheets are always completed by the student independently.

hile worksheet study is carried out daily within the home, students also attend a Kumon Center on a regular basis. While studying at a Kumon Center, children follow a simple routine that supports their study

at home. The Instructor’s role is to ensure that students can, without any hindrance, experience over and over the sense of accomplishment and feeling of confidence gained as a result of thinking through and solving problems on their own. In order to give students appropriate instruction, the Kumon Instructor observes their study behavior, particularly when doing repetition and studying new content, to obtain a sound idea of the child’s progress and development. As they observe, Instructors consider whether or not the worksheets are at a level that is 'just-right' for the student, taking a number of factors into account. For example, they consider how well the student understands the content and whether or not the student is able to complete the worksheets within the set time frame. They also observe the student’s attitude and behavior each Center day to assist in evaluating their Kumon study progress. To help them do this, the Instructor may look at indicators such as how smoothly the student’s pencil is moving from one problem to the next, and whether the student is spending time effectively to solve problems. Through close observation and by keeping records of daily progress, the Kumon Instructor can see how each student grows and develops. A vital aspect of the Instructor’s role is to acknowledge the students' development by praising them for their achievements and encouraging them to take on further challenges. The Instructor does not do this alone, but rather discusses each student's progress regularly with the child’s parents or guardians. As well as encouraging their students to develop, Instructors also strive to improve their own instruction skills by learning from the observations and experiences of fellow Instructors.

oru Kumon believed in the value of independent learning and through refining this idea, individualized instruction

became one of the critical factors of the Kumon Method. The key to individualized instruction is study at the 'just-right' level. The 'just-right' level of study is not just the level where a student can easily complete work; it is the level where, at any time with maximum effort, a student can progress on their own without being specifically taught. In helping students develop their academic abilities, the most important thing is that they enjoy their study. In order for this to happen, the starting point for each Kumon student is established individually at a level where they can attain a perfect score of 100 by studying on their own. Using the math program as an example, if a second-grade student is having trouble doing vertical calculations, it is often due to a lack of mastery of mental calculation skills, usually dating back to the initial stages of learning addition and subtraction when they were in the first grade. In such a case, it is essential to start with content that allows the child to easily obtain a perfect score of 100 at their current ability level. In this way, the child will experience the feelings of joy and satisfaction that result from being able to achieve something on one's own. Then, if the child continues to study at their own pace, at a level that is appropriate to their ability, they will catch up to their school grade level and eventually advance far beyond it. The Kumon Method is an educational method that does not compare students with one another. Based on individualized instruction and study at the 'just-right' level, Kumon seeks to improve the skills of each child and bring out the best in them so that they gain the confidence to attempt problems that were once too difficult for them.

● Individualized Instruction - The 'Just-right' Level of Study By pursuing the potential of each individual, Kumon allows children to be the best they can

● Self-Learning Developing the ability to learn on one’s own

● The Role of the Instructor Devoted to each child’s development and growth

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The Kumon Curriculum (International Version)as of December 2008 The Characteristics of the Kumon Method

t Kumon we realize that students will encounter difficulties advancing on their own if the jump from one level to another

is too great. Thus, the worksheets have been specially designed to advance in small steps enabling students to progress smoothly while learning at a level that is most appropriate for them. Nowhere in the worksheets will a student suddenly encounter a problem that they are completely unfamiliar with. The worksheets have been designed in a way that allows students to figure out how to solve problems on their own. Examples and explanations are clearly provided when moving into new topic areas, encouraging students to self-learn and advance independently at all times. The mathematics program, for example, consists of 4,620 worksheets with 21 levels from 7A through to O and five elective courses. The worksheets focus on the development of strong calculation skills and, by avoiding all unrelated concepts, aim to allow the student to advance as quickly as possible on their own to high school mathematics. This is the most predominant feature of the Kumon Mathematics worksheets. Kumon also offers language programs for both native and foreign language learners. In the reading programs, native speakers acquire advanced reading comprehension skills and are immersed in reading from a wide range of texts. Progressing in small steps through each stage, the student starts by learning the sounds within words. After moving on to the fundamentals of sentence structure, grammar and punctuation, the student progresses to summarization and critical reading involving more complex passages. The foreign language programs offer students exposure to their target language on a daily basis while allowing them to acquire high-level reading comprehension and listening skills. Through the carefully designed small steps in the worksheets, students also learn to write and pronounce the words and sounds of the language. As a result, students develop high-level communication skills which allow them to not only converse in the target language, but also to read and understand texts written in that language. Using information collected by observing students as well as on-going feedback from Instructors, Kumon constantly evaluates and revises the worksheets of all of its programs to ensure there is nothing hindering students from progressing smoothly. In every way, the Kumon Method is a student-centered method of learning.

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● Progress in Small Steps The Kumon worksheets are structured to foster self-learning

he Kumon Method aims to help children attain strong academic abilities by enabling them to advance beyond their school grade level through 'just-

right' level learning. Understanding differences in children’s abilities is essential in order to be able to determine a child’s 'just-right' level. Knowing a child’s 'just-right' level then provides the Instructor with the necessary information required to nurture the child’s ability and help them to realize their potential. By studying at their 'just-right' level, children are able to advance beyond their school grade level on their own, without being specifically taught. After having observed many children over fifty years, we at Kumon believe that all children possess boundless potential and through instruction at the 'just-right' level we know it is possible to uncover this underlying potential in children. Studying beyond school grade level not only benefits students academically but also helps them to develop important qualities such as confidence and self-esteem. Once they reach this stage of advanced learning, they are then able to develop a deeper awareness of others around them and experience has shown that these students actually become kinder and more considerate of their peers and others once they begin studying beyond school grade level. This correlation between social maturity and study beyond school grade level is considered one of the most important and beneficial characteristics of the Kumon Method.

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Statistics

Probability

Matrices

Vectors, Equations of Lines and Planes in Space

Triangles (Sine and Cosine Theorems and Their Applications)

Each level from 7A to O is comprised of 200 worksheets.

Advanced Differentation and Integration, Differential Equations

Loci, Sequences and Series, Limits of Functions, Differentiation

Trigonometry, Straight Lines, Circles

Logarithms, Calculus

Functions—Quadratic, Fractional, Irrational, Exponential

Basic High School Algebra

Factorization, Square Roots, Quadratic Equations,The Pythagorean Theorem

Linear/Simultaneous Equations, Inequalities, Functions and Graphs

Positive/Negative Numbers, Introduction to Algebra

Four Operations of Fractions, Decimals

Fractions

Long Multiplication, Long Division, Introduction to Fractions

Multiplication, Division

Vertical Addition and Subtraction

Horizontal Addition and Subtraction of Larger Numbers

Adding with Numbers up to 10, Subtracting with Numbers up to 9

Adding with Numbers up to 5

Reciting and Writing Numbers to 220

Line Drawing, Number Puzzles to 50

Counting to 30

Counting to 10

The Kumon Method Spreading Throughout the World

(as of December 2008)

China, India, Indonesia, Japan,Korea, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka,Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam

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Middle East 3 Bahrain, Qatar, UAE

Africa 5Botswana, Kenya, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia

North America 3 Canada, U.S.A., Mexico

Oceania 2Australia, New Zealand

South America 6Argentinia, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Peru

he Kumon Method that began from the love of a father for his child is today widely available in countries and regions around

the world. World enrolment figures currently total 4.19million (Dec. 2008). The first Kumon Center outside of Japan was set up in New York in 1974. Since then, Kumon Centers have spread to 45 different countries and regions. Kumon Centers are at the heart of this global development, but there are also a number of schools that have adopted the Kumon Method. The Kumon Method aims to foster superior basic academic abilities that are fundamental to a solid education. It is an individualized method suitable for all ages. Each student studies independently at a level that is 'just-right' for them. Placing great importance on the ability of each student, Kumon aims to foster and nurture each individual’s character and learning potential. By completing the Kumon worksheets, students not only improve their academic ability, but also gain life skills, such as self-esteem and the ability to expand their skills and knowledge through their own efforts. The fact that the Kumon Method and approach have remained consistent for over fifty years and have been accepted in many countries, despite differences in lifestyle, educational system, and culture, is evidence of the universal nature of the Kumon Method. This is something which Kumon treasures and takes great pride in. While establishing a firm base in the community, Instructors and Center Assistants nurture the development of children and adults alike. Together with our Instructors and Center Assistants, Kumon supports all children and adults of communities around the world in achieving their goals and dreams.

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WORLD TOTAL 4,190,000total number of subject enrolments

Europe 13 Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Spain,Switzerland, U.K.

1988 30th Inaugural Anniversary

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The Progressof Kumon

1954 JulyIn Japan, Toru Kumon begins providing self-learning based education to his first son, Takeshi, who is a second grader in elementary school. (This is the prototype of the Kumon Method.)

1974 United States (In May. 1982, the first office opens in Los Angeles.)

1975 Taiwan (In Sept. 1975, the first overseas office opens in Taipei.)1977 Brazil (In Jun. 1980, the first office opens in São Paulo.)1979 Germany (In Dec. 1980, the first office opens in Dusseldorf.)

1980 France, Canada

1982 Philippines1983 United Kingdom (In Nov. 1990, the first office opens in London.)1984 Australia (In May. 1984, the first office opens in Sydney.)1985 Belgium, Peru1986 Malaysia, Austria, Switzerland1987 Singapore (In Apr. 1995, the first office opens in Singapore.)1988 Hong Kong1989 Italy

1990 Korea1991 Thailand, South Africa, Indonesia, China, Mexico, Colombia ( In Feb. 1997, the first office opens in Johannesburg.)

1992 Spain, Hungary1993 Netherlands

1994 New Zealand1995 Luxembourg, Bolivia1996 Chile1997 Botswana, Argentina1998 Sri Lanka, Namibia, United Arab Emirates1999 Bahrain

2000 Kenya, Ireland

2001 Myanmar, Zambia2005 India (In Dec. 2004, the first office opens in New Delhi.)

2006 Qatar (In Feb. 2007, the first office opens in Doha.)2007 Vietnam (In Jun. 2006, the first office opens in Ho Chi Minh.)2008 Greece

1969 The number of Kumon subject enrolments exceeds ten thousand. 1981 The number of Kumon subject enrolments

exceeds one million.

1994 The number of Kumon subject enrolments exceeds two million.

2001 The number of Kumon subject enrolments exceeds three million.

2006 The number of Kumon subject enrolments exceeds four million.

1962 OctThe first Kumon Center in Tokyo is opened.

1979 SeptThe first Kumon Instructors’ Conference is held in Japan.

1980 AprThe Kumon English Program (for native Japanese speakers) is launched.

1981Apr The Kumon Japanese Program (for native

Japanese speakers) is launched.Apr The first Instructors’ Conference on

learners with special needs is held.

1955 SeptThe first Math Center using Kumon worksheets is opened in Moriguchi City, Osaka Prefecture, Japan.

1958 JulyThe office of the Osaka Institute of Mathematics is established in Osaka City. The Kumon Institute of Education is founded.

2008 JulyThe Kumon Thai Program (for native Thai speakers) is launched in Thailand.

1982 AprThe Kumon Gakuen Educational Foundation establishes the Nobiteyuku Kindergarten.

1983 AprThe company name changes from Kumon Institute of Mathematics Co., Ltd. to Kumon Institute of Education Co., Ltd.

1984 DecThe Kumon Japanese Program (for foreign learners) is launched.

1985 OctThe Kumon Penmanship Program (current L.I.L.) is launched.

1986 DecThe Kumon French and German programs (for native Japanese speakers) are launched.

1987 AprThe Kumon Speed Reading System (S.R.S.) for Japanese learners of English is launched.

1974 JanThe first overseas Kumon Center opens in New York.

1988Feb Kumon Publishing Co., Ltd. is established.Oct Sumiton Elementary School in Alabama,

the United States, implements Kumon worksheets in their regular classes.

1990May Kumon Leysin Academy of Switzerland

(senior high school) opens.Sept The Kumon English Program (for native

English speakers) is launched in Australia.

2000 OctThe organization is shifted into a group management structure.

1991 NovThe Kumon Reading Program (North American version for native English speakers) is launched in the United States.

1993Apr Kumon Kokusai Gakuen opens its junior

high school in Yokohama City.Sept The Kumon Chinese Program is launched

in Taiwan.

1994 AugThe Kumon Portuguese Program (for native Portuguese speakers) is launched in Brazil.

1996 AprKumon Kokusai Gakuen opens its senior high school in Yokohama City.

2001 OctThe new Kumon logo is created incorporating the image of ‘THE THINKING FACE’.

2004July Kumon Learning Therapy Co., Ltd. is

established.Sept The Kumon EFL Program (English as a

Foreign Language) is launched in Brazil.Oct The Kumon Spanish Program (South

American version for native Spanish speakers) is launched.

2005 SeptThe Kumon CFL Program (Chinese as a Foreign Language) is launched in Korea.

1968 10th Inaugural Anniversary

1978 20th Inaugural Anniversary

1998 40th Inaugural Anniversary

2008 50th Inaugural Anniversary

1975 The number of Kumon subject enrolments exceeds one hundred thousand.

THE KUMON WAYWhat We, Associates, Care About

What we care about most is each individual child. All Kumon learning must be, without exception,

a useful learning experience for the child’s growth and future.We must provide an opportunity to learn with the Kumon Method

to as many children as possible.These two things we always hold firmly in our hearts as we approach our work—

they are the sole reason for Kumon’s existence and development, and are also our responsibility for the children.

If, along the way, we waver or there is dissent, we will always stop to ask ourselves,“Will this really benefit the children?”

and thus we will find our way once again.With this in mind, we will do everything in our powerto make this educational method even more valuable

and to allow as many children as possible to learn with the Kumon Method.

What we next cherish are the people who work towards achieving our common goal.We have the highest respect for Kumon Instructors as well as all other people who care about children

and who wish to contribute to society through education with us.With heartfelt appreciation and affinity,

we strive to give our fullest support and to work in unity with all of these people.

We also greatly value all of our associates.We must do our best

to create and maintain the kind of workplace culture and environment where all associates can energetically approach their work with the sense of mission and challenge

and can better themselves every daywhile a decent livelihood is ensured and adequate compensation offered to all.

Finally, we put great emphasis on our commitment to the community.We are grateful to our local communities in which we live and work.

As a conscientious corporate citizen, we take an active part in a variety of activities

to improve the quality of life in our communities such as the preservation of the natural environment and resources,

and the improvement of local education and culture.In this way,

we will fulfill our responsibility and obligation to the global community.

Lastly, we take to heart the following three thingsand will remain true to them in any situation.

1. We affirm to be upright citizens by always asking ourselves if our words and deeds are fair and just. 2. We will strive to be people who can feel joy and a sense of wonder while maintaining our conviction and pride as educators.3. We will cultivate a sense of modesty and humility so that we can always grow with each passing day.

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The Kumon Group

Operations of the Kumon Group

● Research, development and production of learning materials for Math and Reading (Japanese, English, Portuguese and Chinese etc.), English speed reading and comprehension, penmanship and calligraphy

● Research on instruction techniques● Distribution and establishment of Kumon Centers● Pressing and printing of the Kumon worksheets and distribution services● Publication of children’s books, picture books and study-aid books, etc.● Development and marketing of educational merchandise including educational toys

(as of March 2008)

Educational Services

Areas of operations : 45 countries and regionsNumber of Centers : 25,100Number of subject enrolments : 4,190,000

Kumon Institute of Education Co., Ltd. (Holding Company)

■ Osaka Head Office

Osaka Ekimae Daini Bldg. 9F, 1-2-2, Umeda, Kita-ku,Osaka 530-0001 Japan

■ Tokyo Head Office

Gobancho Grand Bldg. 3-1 Gobancho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0076 Japan

URL : http://www.kumon.ne.jp/english

■ Company Data

Date of Establishment : July 1958Date of Incorporation : August 1962Capital : ¥4,418,000,000Consolidated net sales : ¥75,229,000,000Consolidated operating profit : ¥6,904,000,000Number of employees : 3,069President : Akio Tsunoda

The Kumon Group Organizational Chart

Kumon Centers

Branch Offices

Kumon ToruResearch Institute of Education Co., Ltd.

Functional Companies Regional Headquarters

Kumon Service Co., Ltd.

Kumon Learning Therapy Co., Ltd.

Operational Companies

Kumon Human Capital Development Center Co., Ltd.

Kumon Facilities Co., Ltd.

Kumon Publishing Co., Ltd.

Kumon L.I.L. Co., Ltd.

Kumon Speed Reading Center Co., Ltd.

Kumon North America, Inc.

Kumon Instituto de Educação Ltda.

Kumon Asia & Oceania Pte. Ltd.

Kumon China Co., Ltd.

Kumon Educational Japan Co., Ltd.

Kumon Institute of Education Co., Ltd.

Kumon Educational U.K. Co., Ltd.

Kumon Service Co., Ltd. Kumon Publishing Co., Ltd.

Kumon L.I.L. Co., Ltd. Kumon Learning Therapy Co., Ltd.

Kumon Speed Reading Center Co., Ltd.

Outline of Operational Companies

The company was initially established in 1986 to supply worksheets and goods to Kumon Centers. Offering a stable service in supplying worksheets, educational tools and many other goods, it exclusively carries out all distributions (logistics and operations) for the Kumon Group. In 1996 it took on the role of assisting overseas Regional Head Offices’ printing and distributions. It also holds observation tours for Kumon parents and students as well as carrying out community based activities such as being a venue for work experience programs for junior high school students.

Originally starting as the Publishing Department within the Kumon Institute of Education in 1980, it was inaugurated as an independent company in 1988. It’s role is to support the growth of children through its publications of educational drill books, flashcards and children’s picture books as well as the development and sales of children’s educational toys. Focusing on developing and sales of children’s educational drill books, flashcards etc. in 2004, Kumon Publishing North America was established, marking the start towards genuinely offering its support of children’s growth on the world arena.

Kumon L.I.L. Co., Ltd. started out as a New Business Venture Department of the Kumon Institute of Education in 1985 and was established as an independent business in 1996. With a corporate theme of life-long learning, its role is to support as many people as possible in living rich lives and experiencing the joy of learning through penmanship and calligraphy. Showing great diversity among students’ ages, ranging from young children to adults, L.I.L. student enrolments figures exceed 50,000.

In 1998, in an effort to find validated evidence supporting the positive effects of study with the Kumon Method from a brain science standpoint, the Kumon Institute of Education together with Professor Ryuta Kawashima of Tohoku University commenced a collaborative research project. In order to genuinely spread their activities with Learning Therapy as a newly created concept, the company was established in 2004. Kumon Learning Therapy Co., Ltd. currently, provides Learning Therapy which relieves the symptoms of senile dementia as well as Learning for a Healthy Brain Centers as a measure for senile dementia prevention.

In 1987, Kumon Speed Reading Center started out as a New Business Venture Department within the Kumon Institute of Education. It was established as a company in 2004. It has since spread nationwide, providing Kumon Speed Reading System throughout Japan in this age where efficient English reading and comprehension is needed. The company aims at contributing to society by fostering people with global standpoints and strong English abilities.

Kumon Toru Research Institute of Education Co., Ltd. Kumon Human Capital Development Center Co., Ltd.

Kumon Facilities Co., Ltd.

The company was established in the year 2000 with its aim for recruiting, developing and training human capital for the whole of the Kumon Group. With the philosophy People are Everything as its foundation, heading toward the realization of its vision World Peace through Education, the company’s mission is to support the growth of all the people of the Kumon Group.

The company was founded in 1999, to manage leased real estate owned by the Kumon Group. The company aims at contributing to the betterment of the social community by providing properties that are treasured by not only their tenants but also by the community at large.

Outline of Functional Companies

Aiming to succeed and further develop the educational philosophy of Toru Kumon, founder of the Kumon Method, the Kumon Toru Research Institute of Education started out as a department in 1995 later to be inaugurated in the year 2000. Its misson is to ensure the correct accession of the worksheets and instruction techniques by each of the countries around the world to which the Kumon Method has spread. While surveying and researching educational information, its central role is to continue to communicate the value of the Kumon Method to the whole of the Kumon Group.

Kumon Regional Headquarters■ North AmericaKumon North America, Inc.Address : Glenpointe Centre East-5th Floor, 300 Frank W. Burr Blvd, Teaneck, NJ 07666 U.S.A.URL : http://www.kumon.com

■ South AmericaKumon Instituto de Educação Ltda.Address : Rua Tomás Carvalhal, 686, Paraíso, CEP 04006-002, São Paulo, SP., BrasilURL : http://www.kumon.com.br

■ Asia & OceaniaKumon Asia & Oceania Pte. Ltd.Address : One George Street, 1 George Street, # 14-04/05/06 049145 SingaporeURL : http://www.kumon.com.sg

■ ChinaKumon China Co., Ltd.Address : Unit 4301, 43F., Cosco Tower, 183 Queen’s Road Central, Hong KongURL : http://www.kumon.edu.hk

■ Europe & AfricaKumon Educational U.K. Co., Ltd.Address : 5th Floor, The Grange, 100 High Street, Southgate, London N14 6BN U.K.URL : http://www.kumon.co.uk

■ JapanKumon Educational Japan Co., Ltd.Address : Kumon Kyoiku-Kaikan, 5-6-6, Nishinakajima, Yodogawa-ku, Osaka 532-8511 JapanURL : http://www.kumon.ne.jp

The “THINKING FACE” represents our facesThe Kumon Logo; the face inside, and its color.

The face inside is the “THINKING FACE”.It represents the faces of children who learn, think, and grow within Kumon Centers.

At the same time, it also represents the faces of the Instructors who are thinking about the children and developing themselves.

“How can I help this child progress?”Everyone involved in Kumon thinks about education very seriously, wants to learn from children,

has the desire to grow alongside others and to put all these into practice.

Kumon Blue represents intelligence, honesty, and the sky that stretches across the world.It also represents our hope that the world will be united as one,

that the future of our children will grow on a grand scale, and that people all over the world will think more seriously about education.

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KUMON INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION CO., LTD.

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