Welcome to Seattle Abacus School

Abacus

Empowering Young Minds with the Magic of Abacus learning

Welcome to Seattle Abacus School

At Seattle Abacus School, we provide high-quality abacus education for children of all ages and levels. Through hands-on practice and individualized guidance, students develop mental agility, concentration, and confidence—skills that last a lifetime.

We believe abacus education is more than learning numbers; it’s about unlocking every child’s potential.

With small classes, attentive instruction, and joyful learning, we help students build strong foundations in mathematics and self-confidence.

Discover how the power of abacus can transform the way your child learns.

doing Abacus

What is an Abacus

The abacus is one of the oldest calculating tools in the world — yet it remains highly relevant today. At Seattle Abacus School, we use the traditional Japanese “soroban” to help children strengthen focus, build confidence, and develop lifelong mental agility.

Mental math skills

  1. Improved memory and focus

  2. Faster and more accurate calculation

  3. Visualization and problem-solving abilities

  4. Patience, discipline, and confidence

アバカスの利点についてのイラストと説明。記憶、集中力、想像力、決断力、忍耐力の五つのポイントを漫画風に解説。

More than Just Math

Learning the abacus is not just about doing calculation faster.

It’s about training the mind to visualize, process information efficiently, and solve problems logically.

Children who practice abacus develop:

  • Strong mental calculation skills

  • Sharp concentration and focus

  • Enhanced memory and imagination

  • Confidence in math and beyond

With time, many students can perform complex calculations mentally, visualizing the abacus in their mind - a powerful brain-training effect known as “Anzan”(mental abacus).

Why Abacus Matters in the Digital Age

In today’s screen-driven world, children often miss the chance to strengthen important skills such as deep thinking, persistence, and memory. While technology provides instant answers, it can sometimes make it harder for children to build the lasting habits that true learning requires.

That is why abacus education offers such timeless value—helping children grow in focus, confidence, and resilience.

Our Parents Say...

“Since my daughter started learning abacus, she has become more confident with numbers and even started enjoying math at school. It has also improved her focus and study habits at home.”

Parent: T.S. (Father of 4th grade boy)

“Abacus learning that involves finger movement and mental visualization suits my son perfectly. It feels like a game to him, and we can clearly see his mental math skills improving.”

Parent: Y.F. (Mother of 1st grade girl)

“The teacher is passionate and cares for each child individually. The classroom atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and we feel very comfortable sending our daughter here.”

Parent: M.K. (Mother of 2nd grade girl)