Studycoorde

Studycoorde is redefining the business model of cram school learning and boosting student preparation for university entrance exams in Japan.

Cram school instructors are typically known as teachers, coaches, or companions, but Studycoorde calls them ‘Learning Coordinators.’ As the name indicates, its instructors closely collaborate with learners until the goal of maximizing grades is achieved. They also motivate students to gauge their growth and work hard to crack the desired exams.

Unlike conventional cram schools that hire part-time university students, StudyCoorde only appoints experienced professionals proven to help cram school learners successfully pass university entrance exams.

Students can take Studycoorde’s course anywhere and anytime using online tools like LINE, Zoom, and many others to communicate with their instructor. The online nature of its cram school services enables aspirants from rural areas and remote islands to easily access reliable study materials and coursework.

The current cram school domain is diverse, with many centers offering limited elements of a learning curriculum instead of a unified experience. For instance, some institutions specialize in-class videos, while others help students plan their preparation or focus on coaching. In contrast, Studycoorde centralizes all tools learners need to excel, be it engaging class videos, meticulous planning, or personalized tutoring.

Studycoorde’s curriculum begins with students watching class videos online consisting of teaching materials. Their instructors then ask questions about the content, which they must answer and explain. While most cram schools meet once a week, Studycoorde’s Learning Coordinators conduct daily interviews after every class, providing daily updates on a learner’s progress.

“We eradicate the divide between students and their instructors by providing a personalized learning coordinator that handles all subjects and maintains daily communication to help learners improve their grades and achieve academic success,” says Yuto Nagawa, CEO of Studycoorde.

It emphasizes regular interviews as they assist instructors in learning student weaknesses and create a common communication space to share information and make steady progress. Daily collaboration also helps students clear doubts, deepening their understanding and alleviating anxieties.

These interviews are followed by exams, usually conducted two days later, which drive students to complete their reviews and memorization at an accelerated pace. Based on the online interview and exam scores, Studycoorde’s instructors evaluate the curriculum and flexibly guide and make the necessary changes for better retention and faster progress. Delivering detailed instructions on what to study and how, the instructors enable students to uncover weaknesses they are unaware of, ensuring they improve their grades and remain motivated to maximize performance.

Essentially, its Learning Coordinators create a story each student can follow to confidently move toward their goals.

“The concept of total coordination in learning is our characteristic, and we incorporate the ease of online education into our cram school curriculum to become Japan's most hospitable educational services,” says Nagawa.

We eradicate the divide between students and their instructors by providing a personalized learning coordinator that handles all subjects and maintains daily communication to help learners improve their grades and achieve academic success

The best way to demonstrate Studycoorde’s efficacy as an online cram school is to examine its work in action. A prominent case study involves a student who was not getting good grades despite consistent efforts. She recognized that self-directed content and learning methods did not help, so she joined Studycoorde. Soon after, she started receiving thorough improvement measures, with her instructor offering guidance and support daily. This significantly improved her grades within a short period. In 10 months, the student successfully enrolled in her preferred university in Tokyo.

Studycoorde’s success lies in its philosophy, ‘We never leave students unattended.’ This mindset drives the company to continue its role as a guiding light for students looking to pass their desired entrance exams.

Living up to its name of providing Study Coordination, Studycoorde continues to forge accessible and individualized learning pathways to help students achieve their goals.