Zenkyoken, a "Cram School Where Students Can Gain Confidence," Introduces "Confidence Level Diagnosis Sheet" to Quantify "Inner Drive"

Zenkyoken Co., Ltd. (Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City; Representative: Koji Horiguchi; hereinafter "Zenkyoken") aims to become Japan's No. 1 "cram school where students can gain confidence" and will begin providing support utilizing a "Confidence Level Diagnosis Sheet" that quantifies each student's confidence, or "inner drive," starting from the new school year in 2026. Zenkyoken is a community-based cram school with a 64-year history, operating 81 classrooms primarily in Northern Kyushu. Leveraging the educational know-how cultivated through its interactions with local children and parents, the school aims to foster solid academic abilities and life skills, enabling each student to confidently step into the future. ◆ Towards a "Cram School Where Students Can Gain Confidence" that Boosts Self-Esteem in a Changing Era In an intensifying examination competition, many children often focus on what they "cannot do" or on "results," leading to a loss of confidence. Zenkyoken emphasizes education that not only improves academic performance but also enhances students' self-esteem by accumulating successful experiences of "I did it," thereby fostering a proactive learning attitude. In a survey conducted among enrolled students, approximately 85% of Zenkyoken students responded that they "gained confidence by seeing results," and it was found that daily communication, such as "teachers acknowledging good points" and "greeting and speaking to them," also contributed to their confidence. Furthermore, many parents have praised the change in their children's proactive approach to learning, with comments like "My child started going to their desk on their own, even more than just improving grades" and "They started going to the self-study room." Zenkyoken believes that academic improvement is not the only trigger for children to gain confidence. The process by which students gain confidence involves: 　✔ Experiences of being recognized by teachers 　✔ Moments when the results of effort become visible 　✔ An environment where they can learn and grow with peers These multiple elements overlap. The accumulation of daily practices in class, such as "calling students by name and greeting them" and "verbally conveying small successful experiences," fosters a sense of security and a desire to challenge themselves in students, ultimately leading to improved academic performance and success in passing entrance exams for their desired schools. Based on these survey results, Zenkyoken supports students in building confidence through "six initiatives." ◆ Zenkyoken's "Six Initiatives" to Foster Student Confidence ◆ "Confidence Level Diagnosis Sheet" to Visualize the State of Confidence For children today, cultivating the ability to challenge without fear of failure and the ability to recognize oneself (self-esteem) are indispensable elements for improving academic ability. Zenkyoken focuses not only on pursuing "results" such as grades but also on the "process" of "confidence" as the driving force behind them. We aim to create an environment where students can feel their own growth and approach learning with the conviction that "I can do it." Starting from the new school year, we will begin operating the "Confidence Level Diagnosis Sheet," which visualizes the state of each student's confidence. This initiative aims to strongly support academic improvement and success in passing desired school entrance exams by numerically grasping the psychological foundations of "self-esteem" and "a challenging spirit" and providing optimal coaching tailored to each individual's personality and condition. ○ Content For students (4th, 5th, and 6th graders, and junior high school students) who did not participate in the spring intensive course from March 25 (Wednesday) to April 7 (Tuesday), 2026, a "Free Trial Class Campaign" will be implemented, along with diagnosis, feedback, and support using the "Confidence Level Diagnosis Sheet." ○ Confidence Level Diagnosis Sheet Students answer 20 questions on a 4-point scale to objectively understand their own condition. [Four Indicators of Confidence Level Diagnosis] 　① Confidence to Challenge: Motivation to tackle new things and difficult problems 　② Confidence to Make Effort: Belief in the value of effort and the ability to persevere 　③ Confidence to Acknowledge Oneself: Self-esteem, sense of growth, and expectations for the future 　④ Confidence to Control Oneself: Self-management skills such as planning and reflection [Individual Support Based on Diagnosis Results] The diagnosis results are calculated on a scale of 80 points, and specific feedback and support are provided according to the score and trend. 　① If Confidence to Challenge is low: Build a small-step learning cycle that accumulates "I did it!" 　② If Confidence to Make Effort is low: Implement a verbalization approach that "visualizes" growth 　③ If Self-Esteem is low: Provide diverse opportunities for recognition through communication utilizing coaching and mentoring 　④ If Self-Management is poor: Foster self-management skills, from creating study plans to accompanying their execution ○ Free Trial Class Campaign Inquiries and applications for the "Free Trial Class Campaign" here → https://welcome.zenkyoken.com/free/ Zenkyoken will promote education and support utilizing this "Confidence Level Diagnosis Sheet," establishing a system to report not only "academic scores" but also "emotional growth" to parents. As a cram school that fosters the ability for each student to continue learning with confidence, we will contribute to the development of regional education. ◆ PR Poster Deployment PR posters created based on the results of surveys conducted among Zenkyoken students and their parents are displayed in all classrooms. For the first phase, in response to a survey of approximately 670 parents asking, "Please tell us about a moment when you felt your child changed after attending Zenkyoken," we received many responses indicating growth in students' autonomy and behavioral changes, rather than just academic improvement. Examples include, "They started planning and studying independently even after the junior high school entrance exams ended," and "They were the type who couldn't ask questions themselves, but right before the entrance exams, they were asking questions almost every day." For the second phase, PR posters will be created based on students' own experiences and episodes where they felt they "gained confidence." "My Child Changed!" Edition as Felt by Parents ◆ Posted on Website The survey responses received from parents are also published on Zenkyoken's official website. https://welcome.zenkyoken.com/jishin/ (Reference) Company Profile