Scientifically, the early years are critical for brain development. During this time, a child’s brain is highly plastic, meaning it absorbs information and forms neural connections at an astonishing rate. When children engage in stimulating educational activities, they acquire knowledge...

The transition can be exciting and achievable for Canadian teachers considering a leap into franchising. By leveraging their unique skills and qualities, teachers can find success in running a franchise, bringing the same dedication and passion they’ve shown in the...

In today's competitive academic landscape, parents constantly seek ways to give their children an edge. For Samiha Hussain, a dedicated mother of two, the answer came in the form of UCMAS (Universal Concept of Mental Arithmetic System), a program making...

Here it comes! Summer’s almost done, and it’s time to go back to school. The first day of school is a significant milestone for both children and parents. It marks the beginning of a new chapter filled with learning, growth,...

What is EQAO? Let’s get straight to answering the burning question. The Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) test is a standard assessment administered in Ontario, Canada. It is designed to evaluate students' reading, writing, and mathematics proficiency. The primary...

Let’s be honest parents, math is not everyone’s cup of tea. Very few of us can say they thoroughly enjoyed math in school and our children might be the same. Although it has immense academic and functional value, learning math...

We just concluded hosting Canada’s Largest Mental Math Competition, where our students once again exceeded all expectations by solving 100-200 questions in just 8 minutes! Since 2004, this competition has been an integral part of UCMAS Canada's culture, significantly impacting...

Summer is a magical time for kids – sunny mornings of endless possibilities, adventures, and the great outdoors. Yet, it can be challenging in today's digital age to pry children away from screens and encourage them to enjoy the world...

UCMAS - an innovative Abacus-based Mental Math program - was founded thirty years ago, by Prof. Dr. Dino Wong in Malaysia, with a bold vision to redefine education and equip students with invaluable skills for a lifetime. From modest beginnings...

Did you ever see little children dance? They know nothing about music or dance, yet they try to stomp their feet or move their hips to music. That’s what music is, a universal language, a mode of expression, where you...