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Waseda Zero One's New Arithmetic Catch-Up Course

Waseda Zero One Fuchu School, a specialized prep school for prestigious university-affiliated institutions, has just launched a new Arithmetic Catch-Up Course. This program's focus is on enhancing foundational and advanced math competencies that are critical for passing middle school entrance examinations. In alignment with the exam tendencies of university-affiliated schools, the course aims to help students overcome their anxiety towards arithmetic and achieve their desired admission outcomes.

Why Arithmetic Matters in Entrance Exams

In middle school entrance exams in Japan, four subjects are evaluated: Japanese, mathematics, science, and social studies. Among these, mathematics and Japanese typically hold the highest scoring weight. Arithmetic, in particular, is a decisive factor that directly affects admissions. However, many students struggle with math due to the presence of specialized topics not covered in elementary schooling and the challenges posed by complex problems.

Focusing on Foundation and Application in Math Prep

People often associate math preparation for entrance exams with exceedingly challenging problems similar to those found in elite schools like Nada, Kaisei, and Azabu. Yet, the level of math required for university-affiliated schools differs significantly. For example:

• - Keio Junior High: Primarily deals with standard problems.
• - Meiji and Hosei: Basic problems and their applications are adequate.

University-affiliated institutions seek students who possess the educational caliber fitting their respective universities. Therefore, the focus is on foundational skills and the ability to apply what is learned, rather than solving overly intricate or challenging problems. This makes excessive prep for extremely difficult problems unnecessary; efficient strategies tailored to the target school are the most effective means to secure admission.

Addressing Specific Weaknesses with the Arithmetic Catch-Up Course

In many preparatory schools, a fast-paced curriculum is common, with the entire arithmetic syllabus intended to be completed by the end of winter in the fifth grade. Consequently, several students find it challenging to keep pace and may carry unresolved difficulties with them.

To tackle this issue, Waseda Zero One Fuchu School is introducing the Arithmetic Catch-Up Course aimed at students who struggle with math or seek to reinforce their foundational knowledge. This course carefully selects crucial topics with high potential for difficulty, offering specially devised modules focusing on both foundational and applied skills linked directly to the entrance exams of university-affiliated schools.

Key Features of the Course

• - Selection of Topics: Twelve essential themes chosen for fourth and fifth graders, targeting common stumbling blocks.
• - Flexible Learning: Students can choose to participate in four, eight, or twelve themes based on their needs.
• - Personalized Attention: Focused learning to address specific areas of weakness.
• - Thorough Skill Development: Intensive reinforcement of foundational and applied skills critical to entrance exams.

Course Content Highlights (Sample Themes)

For Fifth Grade (Total of 12
Themes):

• - Salt Problems
• - Multiples and Divisors (1) & (2)
• - Consignment Problems
• - Average Calculations
• - Speed Problems
• - Turtle and Crane Problems
• - Traveler Problems
• - Cycle Problems
• - Proportionality
• - Three Applications of Ratios
• - Ratio of Sides and Areas
• - Circle and Sector Problems

For Fourth Grade (Total of 12 Themes): Same structure and topics tailored for younger students.

Waseda Zero One’s Strengths

As a long-established school specializing in university-affiliated entrance exams, Waseda Zero One has a robust history of analyzing various entrance exam problems, particularly for prestigious institutions like Waseda and Keio, yielding a high rate of successful admissions. The school’s focus is on targeted instruction informed by the exam trends of each institution.

Course Overview

• - Location: Waseda Zero One Fuchu School
• - Target Grades: 4th and 5th Grade
• - Instruction Mode: In-person classes (details to be confirmed)
• - Number of Themes: 12 for each grade level

This is a prime opportunity for aspiring students to solidify their arithmetic foundation on their path to being accepted into their coveted university-affiliated schools. For more details or to register for the Arithmetic Catch-Up Course, please reach out through the contact form below.

Contact Information

Waseda Zero One Fuchu School
Phone: 042-306-5401
Web: Registration Form

Media Inquiries

For reporters:
1-8 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0044
Altair Corp.
Public Relations: Haruka Shimada
Phone: 03-6384-2050
Email: [email protected]

Get prepared and ready to conquer arithmetic as you aim for your dream of entering a university-affiliated institution!