# Cliffpoint Abacus Academy

> Live online abacus and mental math classes for children aged 6-12, taught in English by a certified instructor with 7+ years of experience. 500+ students trained over those 7+ years across the US, UK, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Canada, Australia, Europe, Singapore, India and the wider Gulf, using the Japanese soroban method in small groups of up to 10, two one-hour classes per week across 10 structured levels. Every student begins at Level 1. The free demo class is open to everyone who applies; enrollment is by invitation after the demo.

## Pages

- [Home](https://cliffpointabacus.com/): Overview of the academy, the programme, and how to apply for a free demo class
- [What Is an Abacus](https://cliffpointabacus.com/what-is-abacus): Complete parent guide to the abacus and the Japanese soroban
- [Types of Abacus](https://cliffpointabacus.com/types-of-abacus): Soroban, suanpan, schoty and the school counting frame compared, with bead counts and dates
- [The Ten Abacus Levels](https://cliffpointabacus.com/abacus-levels): What a child learns at each of the ten levels, how long each takes, and how the graded exams work
- [Help Your Child Get Better at Maths](https://cliffpointabacus.com/improve-maths): A parent's guide to building mental maths skill, with a realistic timeline
- [Learn Abacus](https://cliffpointabacus.com/learn-abacus): How abacus training works and how to choose a class
- [Virtual Abacus](https://cliffpointabacus.com/virtual-abacus): Free online abacus simulator, a full 13-column soroban in the browser
- [Free Abacus Worksheets](https://cliffpointabacus.com/abacus-worksheets): Printable practice worksheets for beginners
- [Times Tables 1 to 20](https://cliffpointabacus.com/times-tables-1-to-20): Free charts of every times table with learning tips
- [Maths Worksheets by Year Group](https://cliffpointabacus.com/maths-worksheets): Printable worksheets with answers for each school year, ages 5 to 13
- [Square and Cube Numbers](https://cliffpointabacus.com/square-and-cube-numbers): Lists of square numbers, cube numbers, and square roots
- [FAQ](https://cliffpointabacus.com/faq): Frequently asked questions about classes, levels, fees and scheduling
- [Abacus in Hindi](https://cliffpointabacus.com/abacus-in-hindi): The same soroban guide written in Hindi for parents in India

## Classes by Region

- [Abacus Classes USA](https://cliffpointabacus.com/us): Live online classes in US-friendly time zones
- [Abacus Classes UK](https://cliffpointabacus.com/gb): Live online classes for UK families
- [Abacus Classes Dubai & UAE](https://cliffpointabacus.com/ae): Gulf Standard Time batches for the UAE
- [Abacus Classes Saudi Arabia](https://cliffpointabacus.com/sa): Live online classes for families in Saudi Arabia
- [Abacus Classes Qatar](https://cliffpointabacus.com/qa): Live online classes for families in Qatar
- [Abacus Classes Canada](https://cliffpointabacus.com/ca): Live online classes for Canadian families
- [Abacus Classes Australia](https://cliffpointabacus.com/au): Live online classes in Australian time zones
- [Abacus Classes Europe](https://cliffpointabacus.com/europe): English-language classes for families across Europe
- [Abacus Classes India](https://cliffpointabacus.com/in): Online classes plus hybrid and offline options in Goa
- [Abacus Classes Ireland](https://cliffpointabacus.com/ie): Live online classes for Irish families, First Class through Sixth Class
- [Abacus Classes Singapore](https://cliffpointabacus.com/sg): Live online classes for families in Singapore
- [Abacus Classes Oman](https://cliffpointabacus.com/om): Live online classes for families in Oman
- [Abacus Classes Bahrain](https://cliffpointabacus.com/bh): Live online classes for families in Bahrain
- [Abacus Classes Kuwait](https://cliffpointabacus.com/kw): Live online classes for families in Kuwait

## Blog

- [Maths Olympiad UK: A Parent's Guide](https://cliffpointabacus.com/blog/maths-olympiad-uk-guide): UK primary maths competitions and calm preparation
- [10 Benefits of Abacus Learning for Kids](https://cliffpointabacus.com/blog/10-benefits-of-abacus-learning-for-kids): Research-backed benefits of abacus training
- [What Is the Right Age to Start Abacus?](https://cliffpointabacus.com/blog/right-age-to-start-abacus): How to tell if your child is ready
- [The 10 Levels of Abacus Training Explained](https://cliffpointabacus.com/blog/10-levels-of-abacus-training-explained): The full level-by-level roadmap
- [Soroban vs Abacus](https://cliffpointabacus.com/blog/soroban-vs-abacus): The difference between the Japanese soroban and other abacuses
- [BODMAS, BIDMAS, PEMDAS and BEDMAS Explained](https://cliffpointabacus.com/blog/bodmas-bidmas-pemdas-bedmas-explained): Why the four acronyms mean the same thing and where each is taught
- [Maths Mentals in Australia: A Parent's Guide](https://cliffpointabacus.com/blog/maths-mentals-australia-guide): What mentals are, how they are marked, and how to help at home
- [Abacus vs Vedic Maths vs Mental Maths](https://cliffpointabacus.com/blog/abacus-vs-vedic-maths-vs-mental-maths): How the main mental-arithmetic methods compare
- [Is the Abacus Still Useful in a Calculator Age?](https://cliffpointabacus.com/blog/is-abacus-still-useful): Why bead arithmetic still matters
- [Can a Child with ADHD or Dyscalculia Benefit from Abacus?](https://cliffpointabacus.com/blog/abacus-for-adhd-dyscalculia): An honest look at abacus for neurodivergent learners
- [How to Use a Soroban](https://cliffpointabacus.com/blog/how-to-use-a-soroban): Step-by-step beginner guide for parents
- [Does Abacus Really Make Kids Smarter?](https://cliffpointabacus.com/blog/does-abacus-really-make-kids-smarter): The myths and the honest truth
- [The Real Pros and Cons of Abacus Classes](https://cliffpointabacus.com/blog/pros-and-cons-of-abacus-classes): A balanced guide for deciding parents
- [Abacus Memes and Misinformation](https://cliffpointabacus.com/blog/abacus-memes-and-misinformation): The truth behind the viral hand-movement clips
- [The Year 4 Multiplication Tables Check: A Parent's Guide](https://cliffpointabacus.com/blog/year-4-multiplication-tables-check-guide): Calm MTC prep for UK parents
- [Mental Maths for NAPLAN Numeracy](https://cliffpointabacus.com/blog/mental-maths-for-naplan-numeracy): Prep guide for Australian Year 3 and Year 5 parents
- [Math Fact Fluency: Why It Matters](https://cliffpointabacus.com/blog/math-fact-fluency-guide): What fluency really is and how to build it

## About

- Founded by a certified teacher with 7+ years of experience; 500+ students trained over those 7+ years
- Based in Goa, India; all classes taught live online in English, with hybrid and offline options in Goa
- 10 structured levels, each taking roughly 3 to 3.5 months; 2 classes per week, 1 hour per session
- Every student begins at Level 1; group classes capped at 10 students; Japanese soroban method; ages 6-12
- Free demo class open to everyone who applies; enrollment is by invitation after the demo
- Contact: +91 7558-7087-68 (phone/WhatsApp), https://cliffpointabacus.com