School Numeracy Intervention Program
A hands-on maths program using the Japanese abacus (soroban) method to strengthen number sense, place value, and mental calculation skills.
Designed for small-group pull-out intervention sessions for Year 1 to Year 2 students.
The program is designed for students who would benefit from additional support in:
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number recognition and sequencing
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place value understanding
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addition and subtraction strategies
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mental calculation confidence
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focus and concentration skills
Sessions are delivered during school hours in small pull-out groups of 4–6 students, allowing targeted support and individual attention.
This approach helps children build confidence with numbers through concrete learning before moving into abstract mathematical thinking.
About Yoriko Wallis
Yoriko Wallis is an experienced educator and the founder of Abacus by Wallis, offering engaging and structured learning programs for children.
With a focus on numeracy confidence, concentration, and hands-on learning, Wally brings the Japanese soroban method into small-group lessons designed to support young learners in building strong maths foundations.
Yoriko Wallis also runs an established after-school education program for children in the local community.
Parent Testimonials
“A teacher at school has seen a huge improvement in my daughter’s mathematics skills. She has gone from a D at the end of last year to a B now, which is fantastic!”
(Parent of a Year 3 student – training for one year)
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“A school teacher informed me that my daughter achieved the top score in her class on a multiplication test. Abacus training definitely contributed to this! She also received a ‘B’ in Maths on her report card. Thank you very much!”
(Parent of a Year 5 student – training for three years)
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“All that abacus work is paying off! I can really see it now. Thank you so much.”
(Parent of a Year 4 student – training for one year)
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Program Format
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Small-group pull-out intervention
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30-minute sessions
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4–6 students per group
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Weekly sessions during school hours
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6-week or 8-week learning blocks
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Designed for Year 1 to Year 2 students
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Complimentary trial session available
A complimentary 30-minute trial session is available for schools interested in introducing the program.
Teaching Approach
The soroban offers a visual and tactile method that supports number sense, working memory, and mathematical confidence.
This program is ideal for:
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numeracy intervention
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small-group support
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learning extension
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students requiring extra confidence in maths
For school enquiries, please contact Yoriko Wallis at Abacus by Wallis.