Abacus and Vedic maths: live online course

Week by week

What the learner works on

1. Weeks 1–2
   Abacus

   Bead picture, addition and subtraction, then multiplication and division.

2. Weeks 3–4
   Mental abacus

   Calculating by visualising the abacus.

3. Weeks 5–6
   Vedic maths

   Shortcuts for multiplication, squares and checking.

4. Weeks 7–8
   Number sense

   Place value and number facts.

5. Weeks 9–10
   Speed and accuracy drills

   Short games and timed sets.

6. Weeks 11–12
   Link to school maths

   Using speed to support problem solving.

The order and pace change to suit the learner, and the teacher adjusts after every few classes. Topics follow the learner's board or level.

Who it is for

Is this course right?

Learners (Ages 5 and up) who want a teacher to explain, correct and set practice, whether they are keeping pace or need support. Tell us the board or level and the teacher starts from there.

Not sure about the level? Send a message and the teacher will ask a few questions and suggest where to start. For related pages, see Abacus and Vedic maths: what is taught online.

How classes run

Before the first class

Each class mixes a quick recap, a new idea taught live, guided practice and a few questions to take away. Join ten minutes early for a sound and camera check, and use a laptop or desktop if the class needs screen sharing. Read what to expect in your first online class.

Price

What Abacus and Vedic maths costs

Foundation level. Courses of 20 or more classes already cost 8 percent less per class. Prices are per learner. We confirm the amount, payment options and refund terms in writing before you pay anything. See how prices work.

Free practice

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