Abacus and mental math
Clickbeads online abacus classes build calculation speed and concentration, with results that show in mathematics and across a child's academics.
Why the abacus still works when calculators exist
A child who has learned the abacus can complete complex mathematical calculations in seconds, without pen and paper. The beads give a number a shape, and with practice the shape is recalled without the tool in front of them.
The training reaches well beyond arithmetic. Regular abacus practice strengthens focus, memory and listening, and the speed and accuracy a child gains show up as confidence across their academics.
Core skills that reach beyond mathematics
Abacus training builds habits and abilities a child carries into every subject, and into life.
Focus
Working the beads trains a child to hold attention on the problem in front of them, a habit that transfers to schoolwork and beyond.
Concentration
Practice steadily stretches the concentration span, so longer and deeper work becomes comfortable.
Speed
Students learn to perform calculations remarkably fast, entirely in their head, without pen and paper.
Accuracy
Visualisation gives answers that are not just quick but correct, checked against a picture the child trusts.
Retention
Regular practice progressively sharpens memory and retention, in mathematics and across academics.
Listening
Dictation practice, hearing a question and calculating on the go, develops sharp and attentive listening.
Confidence
Quick, accurate answers build a confidence that makes academic pressure far easier to carry.
Discipline
Steady practice produces visible results, and that link builds a lasting habit of discipline.
By the end of the course
Add, subtract, multiply and divide mentally
Sharper concentration and working memory
Confidence with numbers before school maths gets hard
Where the classes concentrate
Three focus areas that give students the most value from their abacus training.
Visualisation
The heart of mental arithmetic: the child pictures the beads and solves problems within the mind, in seconds.
Brain gym
Short exercises and simple physical activities that sharpen mind and body coordination.
Activity-based learning
Logical reasoning and critical thinking built through quizzes, logic games and fun classroom activities.
How an abacus class runs
A free trial class first, then four levels taken one at a time, each one closed with an assessment.
Free trial class
A free class where the tutor introduces the beads, sees how your child takes to them, and then discusses your goals and a schedule with you.
Home practice
Ten to fifteen minutes of practice at home, three to four times a week. Short, regular sessions are all the abacus needs to build speed steadily.
Visualisation
The abacus is set aside gradually. The child pictures the beads and moves them mentally, which is where the real speed comes from.
Level assessment
Each level closes with an online assessment. You receive the result and the tutor's note, and your child receives a digital certificate for the level.
Every programme is taught one to one by a specialist, on the principles set out in our coaching methodology, under an ISO 9001:2015 certified quality system. Parents' own accounts are on our reviews page.
What our five-star rated abacus classes include
A structured programme, taught live, with practice, assessment and recognition built in.
Expert instructors
Every class is led by an educator with extensive experience teaching the abacus to children.
A structured curriculum
Four progressive levels covering addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in a clear, easy-to-follow sequence.
One-to-one or small group
Choose exclusive one-to-one classes or a small group, whichever suits your child and your schedule.
Take-home practice
Printable worksheets and practice material for short, effective practice between classes.
Smart progress tracking
Online practice exams with time and accuracy analysis, using both the abacus and visualisation.
Assessments and certification
Each level closes with an online exam and a digital certificate on successful completion.
Competitions and quizzes
Friendly competitions within and across groups, and regular solo and group quizzes, keep learners engaged.
A safe, seamless classroom
All sessions run on Microsoft Teams: secure, reliable and simple to join.
Free access to NexChamps, the abacus and math practice platform
Every abacus student receives free access to NexChamps, the automated abacus and math practice platform. It runs in the browser on a tablet, phone or laptop, with nothing to install.
Students solve sums on the on-screen abacus tool, practise visualisation with flash cards, or take dictation practice, so the short home sessions between classes are effortless to keep up.
What parents of abacus and mental math students say
“Handwriting class and Abacus Thanks so much. Teacher Neha is very good . And my son handwriting is improved a lot and i can see the confidence in him now while writing. I never thought a online class contributes this much. I would happily give 5 star for it. My son is also learning abacus from Augment , and the way teacher Narmadha and Anu mam encouraged my son, made him to fall love on maths. Thanks for it. My son is in primary school , and we are in different time zone. Jyothi mam will be available anytime to answer the questions. Thanks all for the support. Happy mom.”
Ireland via Trustpilot
“It was a good experience overall. The team was supportive and co-operative too.I would highly recommend my friends and relatives to get their children join Augment Edutech for Abacus.”
“We highly recommend Augment edutech for the quality of Abacus classes and support they provide. Padma mam was superb to get best out of kids. Kind Regards Avadhesh Malik”
Netherlands via Trustpilot
See the difference in one class
A free trial lesson with the specialist tutor we would assign, and a discussion of what they found afterwards.
- Free, with no obligation
- A discussion with you afterwards
- No card details
Before you enrol
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- A discussion of the curriculum and your expectations afterwards
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