Shichida UK Early Years Cognitive Development, Reading

Q: What research backs the Shichida method?

The method is grounded in over 60 years of neurodevelopmental research and is a globally proven approach. It has been used with more than one million children across 19 countries.

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About

Shichida UK delivers structured, multi-sensory developmental classes in Reading that support infant cognitive growth, memory and emotional connection through interactive play, music and sensory engagement. Specialising in whole‑brain early learning for children aged 6 months to 6 years, our globally proven method—rooted in over 60 years of neurodevelopmental research—has reached more than one million children across 19 countries. Certified educators lead fast‑paced, parent‑accompanied sessions featuring high‑speed visual input, sensory‑integration games and spatial puzzles to build early literacy, photographic memory and critical thinking. Classes are kept small, capped at six children to foster intellectual and emotional resilience during the critical early years.

Contact information

Shichida UK Early Years Cognitive Development

Ground Floor, Office, 81 London St, Reading RG1 4QA, UK

07920 464807

https://shichida.co.uk/

Monday Closed
Tuesday 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Wednesday 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday Closed

What ages do you teach?

We offer whole‑brain early learning for babies and young children from 6 months to 6 years. Sessions are tailored to suit developmental stages across that age range.

Where are the classes held?

Classes take place in Reading and follow the structured, multi-sensory Shichida UK approach. Sessions are designed for parent-accompanied participation.

What is the class format like?

Sessions are fast-paced and parent-accompanied, combining interactive play, music and sensory engagement. Activities include high-speed visual input, sensory-integration games and spatial puzzles to stimulate multiple areas of development.

How large are the classes?

Class sizes are intentionally small and capped at a maximum of 6 children. This ensures focused attention and a close, supportive environment.

What research backs the Shichida method?

The method is grounded in over 60 years of neurodevelopmental research and is a globally proven approach. It has been used with more than one million children across 19 countries.

How is this different from a standard playgroup?

Unlike standard playgroups or movement-based sessions, our program deliberately integrates high-speed visual input and targeted sensory and spatial activities. The aim is to build early literacy, photographic memory and critical thinking alongside emotional connection.

Reviews

Rishi Sethia - Google user

a year ago

Shichida is an absolute must for any baby / child Imparting over 60 years plus of research of how to stimulate our daughter and maximise her potential thanks to Shichida. This programme has helped me better parent my child and do justice to the true potential that lies within. As a family we have evidenced this and encourage other families to enjoy doing the same

Tanaka - Google user

2 years ago

I signed up my daughter for Shichida in 2022. My daughter was 3 and speech delayed. She took some time to get used to the lessons and the new environment, but through the support of the staff and their teaching methods, she not only grew to enjoy the sessions, but gained confidence in her skills. I definitely accredit her excellent memory, love for mathematics and her attitude towards learning to Shichida and their unique ability to tailor learning to children of all developmental abilities. I would definitely recommend and advise parents to try for themselves. I recommend patience and consistency for the best results!

Poorva Baderia - Google user

2 years ago

Shichida classes have really helped our daughter in developing her picture memory and speech. She started at 7 months, and enjoys coming to these classes. She already speaking over 100 words and numbers at 20 months. Shichida has great framework to suit the kids of all age. I would recommend these classes to every parent who are keen to support their mental development and learning capabilities.

H Chen - Google user

2 years ago

Through fun based activities provided by Shichida program I can see the improvement on my child's concentration, confidence, memory and speech in the early age. I am glad that we attended the lessons together in the past 2 and half years that also helped us strengthen our parent-child relationship.