Kumon Strawberry Hill Blog

Learning tips, Kumon guides, and Surrey BC education resources for parents and students.

From Reluctant Reader to Engaged Bookworm

From Reluctant Reader to Engaged Bookworm

Discover small, daily shifts to turn your child's reading reluctance into focused engagement this summer in Surrey.

2026-06-03 · 3 min read
Guiding Kids with Dyscalculia in Surrey

Guiding Kids with Dyscalculia in Surrey

Supporting children with dyscalculia through consistent practice and community resources in Surrey.

2026-06-02 · 4 min read
Bridging Bonaccord to Princess Margaret: Key Academic Years

Bridging Bonaccord to Princess Margaret: Key Academic Years

Navigate the crucial transition from Grade 7 to high school with strategic learning support, especially for Surrey and Delta families balancing academics and sports.

2026-05-29 · 3 min read
Building Number Sense Before Tackling Algebra

Building Number Sense Before Tackling Algebra

Explore how building number sense helps Grade 3 children in Surrey, like Priya, prepare for algebra.

2026-05-27 · 3 min read
When ADHD Makes Worksheets a Battle

When ADHD Makes Worksheets a Battle

Discover practical strategies to support children with ADHD in mastering Kumon worksheets, especially amid spring sports in Surrey and Delta.

2026-05-26 · 4 min read
Surrey Parents' Journey with Kumon: Balancing Roots and Success

Surrey Parents' Journey with Kumon: Balancing Roots and Success

Discover how Indo-Canadian parents in Surrey balance cultural values and academic success, with insights from Kumon Strawberry Hill.

2026-05-22 · 4 min read
Calculation Speed: Slow and Steady Wins

Calculation Speed: Slow and Steady Wins

Learn how steady practice at Kumon Strawberry Hill boosts calculation speed without the stress.

2026-05-20 · 4 min read
Five Hidden Gems in Early Reading Skills

Five Hidden Gems in Early Reading Skills

Explore five often-missed early reading skills that build a strong foundation. These insights can help Surrey parents nurture confident young readers.

2026-05-19 · 4 min read
Navigating North Delta's Top Elementary Schools

Navigating North Delta's Top Elementary Schools

Discover what sets North Delta's top elementary schools apart and how Kumon can support your child's academic journey.

2026-05-15 · 4 min read
Phonics Foundations: Building Blocks for Lifelong Reading

Phonics Foundations: Building Blocks for Lifelong Reading

Discover how phonics in early years sets the stage for reading success in Surrey and Delta, BC.

2026-05-13 · 3 min read
Why ESL Kids Ace Talk but Struggle on Tests

Why ESL Kids Ace Talk but Struggle on Tests

Explore why some ESL kids in Surrey excel at speaking but find written tests challenging. Discover how Kumon can help.

2026-05-12 · 4 min read
Boosting English Reading for Mandarin-Speaking Kids

Boosting English Reading for Mandarin-Speaking Kids

Support for Mandarin-speaking kids at home with English reading in Surrey.

2026-05-08 · 3 min read
Decimals: The Quiet Confidence Dip in Middle Grades

Decimals: The Quiet Confidence Dip in Middle Grades

Explore how decimals subtly erode confidence in middle graders and see one Surrey parent's journey through the muddle.

2026-05-06 · 3 min read
Is Your Child Ready for Harder Math?

Is Your Child Ready for Harder Math?

Discover the signs that your child is ready for advanced math levels, even when grades say otherwise.

2026-05-05 · 3 min read
Why Some ESL Kids Ace Talk But Falter on Tests

Why Some ESL Kids Ace Talk But Falter on Tests

Explore why ESL kids in Surrey and Delta excel in conversation but struggle with written tests, and discover strategies to bridge the gap.

2026-04-27 · 4 min read
Maximize Parent-Teacher Interviews in Surrey

Maximize Parent-Teacher Interviews in Surrey

Learn how to make the most of parent-teacher interviews in Surrey's School District 36 with practical tips and insights for local families.

2026-04-20 · 3 min read
When Should Your Child Start Kumon? An Honest Age-by-Age Guide

When Should Your Child Start Kumon? An Honest Age-by-Age Guide

Parents often wonder whether their child is the right age for Kumon — too young, too old, or just right. Here's an honest age-by-age breakdown.

2026-04-18 · 2 min read
Surrey School District 36: A Parent's Guide to the Local School System

Surrey School District 36: A Parent's Guide to the Local School System

School District 36 is one of BC's largest and most diverse. Here's what parents new to Surrey — or new to the BC school system — need to know.

2026-04-18 · 2 min read
How to Help Your Child With Homework Without Doing It For Them

How to Help Your Child With Homework Without Doing It For Them

Helping with homework is one of the trickiest parenting balancing acts. Here's how to support without rescuing — and why it matters for long-term learning.

2026-04-18 · 2 min read
Screen Time vs. Learning Time: A Practical Guide for Surrey Parents

Screen Time vs. Learning Time: A Practical Guide for Surrey Parents

Managing screen time for children is one of the biggest challenges modern parents face. Here's a balanced, practical approach that works for busy Surrey families.

2026-04-18 · 2 min read
Bilingual Families in Surrey: Supporting Academic Learning at Home

Bilingual Families in Surrey: Supporting Academic Learning at Home

Surrey is one of Canada's most diverse cities. For bilingual families, navigating English academic expectations while preserving home language is a real challenge. Here's practical

2026-04-18 · 2 min read
Grade 3 BC Assessment: How Surrey Parents Can Support Their Child

Grade 3 BC Assessment: How Surrey Parents Can Support Their Child

The BC Foundation Skills Assessment in Grade 3 is your child's first standardised test. Here's what it tests and how to help your child feel prepared.

2026-04-18 · 2 min read
Kindergarten Readiness in Surrey, BC: What Parents Need to Know

Kindergarten Readiness in Surrey, BC: What Parents Need to Know

Starting kindergarten is a big milestone. Here's what Surrey parents should know about readiness — and how early learning programmes can help.

2026-04-18 · 2 min read
Kumon vs. Private Tutoring in Surrey, BC: An Honest Comparison

Kumon vs. Private Tutoring in Surrey, BC: An Honest Comparison

Kumon and private tutoring both support academic growth — but they work very differently. Here's an honest comparison to help Surrey parents decide.

2026-04-18 · 2 min read
Math Anxiety in Children: How Surrey Parents Can Help

Math Anxiety in Children: How Surrey Parents Can Help

Math anxiety is real, common, and treatable. Here's what it looks like, why it happens, and how parents can help their children overcome it.

2026-04-18 · 2 min read
Preventing the Summer Slide: What Surrey Parents Need to Know

Preventing the Summer Slide: What Surrey Parents Need to Know

Most children lose 2–3 months of learning over the summer. Here's what the "summer slide" is, why it happens, and what Surrey families can do about it.

2026-04-18 · 2 min read
How to Build Strong Study Habits in Kids — A Surrey Parent's Practical Guide

How to Build Strong Study Habits in Kids — A Surrey Parent's Practical Guide

Study habits don't develop automatically. Here's how to build them intentionally — with practical strategies that work for Surrey families.

2026-04-18 · 2 min read
Reading Fluency Tips for Elementary Kids in Surrey, BC

Reading Fluency Tips for Elementary Kids in Surrey, BC

Reading fluency is one of the most important skills your child can build in elementary school — and it's something parents can actively support at home.

2026-04-18 · 2 min read
After-School Learning in Surrey's Strawberry Hill Area

After-School Learning in Surrey's Strawberry Hill Area

Looking for structured after-school learning for your child in the Strawberry Hill area of Surrey? Here's a practical guide for busy families.

2026-04-18 · 2 min read
BC Math Curriculum Gaps — And How Kumon Fills Them

BC Math Curriculum Gaps — And How Kumon Fills Them

The BC math curriculum is strong, but it moves quickly and leaves some children behind. Here's what gaps are common and how Kumon's approach addresses them.

2026-04-18 · 2 min read
The Kumon Method Explained: A Guide for Surrey Parents

The Kumon Method Explained: A Guide for Surrey Parents

Wondering what Kumon actually is and whether it's right for your child? Here's a clear, honest guide to the Kumon method for Surrey families.

2026-04-18 · 3 min read