Foyle Kumon opens doors at its new premises ahead of fifth anniversary

By Alan Healy

A Derry based educational project has celebrated opening at its new premises just a few weeks ahead of its fifth anniversary.

Foyle Kumon, which offers unique Kumon Maths and English programmes to local children of all ages and abilities, has moved to its new base above Waterside Library, at 23 Glendermott, where it hopes to continues to continue enabling children to become an independent, advanced learner, with a positive attitude to study.

The Foyle DUP MLA cut the ribbon at the new premises on Monday, which offers a spacious, environment for learning, where Foyle Kumon hopes children will be able to fully benefit from the programme.

Commenting, Sumeeta Gupta, the Foyle Kumon Instructor, said that demand for their services meant that the group needed bigger premises.

“I have been waiting on this day for the past five years and it was my New Year’s Resolution for this year to have a place of my own and I am glad to have achieved it,” she said.

“My centre has experienced 100 per cent growth from the past year and there was a desperate need for a bigger place.

“This place ticked all the boxes and I am blessed to have such good neighbours sharing the building.”

Mr Middleton added: “I am delighted that Foyle Kumon has opened its new premises in the Waterside area.”

“These new premises will be of benefit to both the staff and students who will be able to enjoy learning in this great environment. I wish them every success in the future.”