Top-Rated K-12 Math Tutors - Mathnasium of Clarkston

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Mathnasium of Clarkston FAQs

• Where is Mathnasium of Clarkston located?

  Mathnasium of Clarkston is located at 5860 Sashabaw Road in Clarkston, MI, at the intersection of Sashabaw and Maybee. We are in the same plaza as Kroger and offer ample parking and convenient access for busy schedules.  

  We proudly serve families throughout Clarkston and the surrounding areas. Local schools we support include: 

  • Clarkston Elementary School 

  • Bailey Lake Elementary School 

  • Grayson Elementary 

  • Clarkston Junior High School 

  • North Sashabaw Elementary School 

  • Pine Knob Elementary School 

  • Clarkston High School 

  • Sashabaw Middle School 

  • Pierce Middle School 

• Does Mathnasium of Clarkston offer online tutoring?

  Yes, Mathnasium of Clarkston offers online tutoring via our virtual classroom, Mathnasium@Home.    

  Students who choose to attend online receive live, face-to-face instruction in a fun and supportive group environment, guided by our same caring tutors in Clarkston whether they attend online or in person.

• Is there a difference between online and in-person tutoring?

  No, whether attending online or in-center, all our students receive the same quality of live face-to-face instruction.   

  Online students follow the same personalized learning plans and receive the same caring support from our specially trained tutors as their peers who attend Mathnasium in person. 

• What math classes can your Clarkston tutors help with?

  Mathnasium’s specially trained tutors can help students learn and master any Pre K-12 math class or topic, from basic arithmetic through Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics, and advanced high school math.   

  We follow learning plans that are tailored to each student’s unique learning needs and style, so they can receive focused instruction and make meaningful progress toward their goals. 

• What does mathematics tutoring cost at Mathnasium of Clarkston?

  Mathnasium of Clarkston provides premium value through a flat monthly membership and a one-time enrollment fee.   

  Most students attend two times per week. After a diagnostic assessment, we design a personalized learning plan with recommended session frequency based on your child’s goals. Contact us at [email protected] to learn more.  

• Is there a difference between the cost of online and in-center math tutoring?

  There is no difference! Membership pricing is the same for all students, whether they choose to attend sessions online, in person, or use a hybrid approach.

• Why do you require an assessment for enrollment?

  The diagnostic assessment serves to identify each student’s current skill level, knowledge gaps, and learning goals, so we can design a plan tailored to their specific needs.  

  Understanding each student’s unique approach to math helps us adjust instruction to their learning style and pace and empower them to unlock their true potential.

• How do you teach math? What curriculum do you use?

  At Mathnasium of Clarkston, we do not follow a one-size-fits-all curriculum. Instead, we use the Mathnasium Method™, our proprietary teaching approach that combines personalized learning plans with proven instructional techniques to help students truly understand and even enjoy math.  

  Using this approach, our specially trained math tutors meet students where they are in math and introduce new concepts step-by-step, in a logical sequence.   

  As students begin to close their knowledge gaps and strengthen their foundational skills, math begins to click. They learn new tactics and gradually transform how they think and feel about the subject. 

• Do you work with advanced students or students who are struggling with math?

  Mathnasium of Clarkston works with students of all skill levels, empowering them to unlock their math potential. 

  Students who are behind in math receive targeted support and caring guidance focused on (re)building their foundational skills and confidence. Advanced learners benefit from enrichment opportunities designed to keep them engaged by challenging their thinking and introducing them to topics beyond their school curriculum. 

• Do you work with homeschooled students in Clarkston?

  Absolutely! We welcome students from homeschool, public, and private school backgrounds across Clarkston and surrounding communities.  

  Our flexible scheduling and personalized instruction complement homeschooling programs and goals.

• Do you help students with their math homework?

  Yes, our tutors make time during each session to help students with their math homework and ensure they understand the concepts they’re learning at school.

• Does Mathnasium assign homework to students?

  We don’t assign extra homework. Our goal is to make the most of each session, so students can stay focused and engaged while they are with us.

• Does Mathnasium of Clarkston prepare students for math on standardized tests?

  Yes! Mathnasium of Clarkston prepares students for school-based and standardized math tests, including state assessments and college entrance exams.   

  Our test prep includes personalized learning plans, targeted practice, and strategies to build both skills and test-taking confidence.