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

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Mathnasium of Gaithersburg FAQs

• Where is Mathnasium of Gaithersburg located?

  Mathnasium of Gaithersburg is located in the Goshen Plaza on Rothbury Dr. close to the Stewarton Local Park. 

  We proudly serve students from Gaithersburg and the surrounding communities. Local schools we support include: 

  • Gaithersburg High School 

  • Watkins Mill High School 

  • Poolesville High School 

  • Montgomery Village Middle School 

  • Redland Middle School 

  • Forest Oak Middle School 

  • Gaithersburg Middle School 

  • Daly and Stedwick Elementary School 

  • Watkins Mill and Whetstone Elementary School 

  • South Lake and Stedwick Elementary School 

  • Goshen and Rosemont Elementary School 

  • Summit Hall and Harriet R. Tubman Elementary Schools 

  • Gaithersburg and Laytonsville Elementary Schools 

  • Strawberry Knoll and Washington Grove Elementary Schools 

• Do you offer online tutoring?

  Yes, students can attend Mathnasium at our Gaithersburg center or online by log into live, face-to-face sessions with their tutor.

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

  No, there is no difference between in-person and online tutoring at Mathnasium of Gaithersburg.  

  Students who decide to attend their sessions online will receive the same quality of live, face-to-face instruction and work with the same tutors as they would in our Gaithersburg center. 

• What math classes can your Gaithersburg tutors help with?

  Our tutors work with students of all skill levels to help them learn and master any K-12 math class and topic, including Algebra, Geometry, and Calculus.

• What does mathematics tutoring cost at Mathnasium of Gaithersburg?

  Mathnasium of Gaithersburg offers premier math tutoring by combining top-quality learning experience with an efficient structure that keeps costs low. 

  Our program includes a flat enrollment fee, and students attend regularly. To achieve the best results, we recommend attending Mathnasium 2-3 times a week. 

  Contact us at [email protected] for more details on enrollment packages. 

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

  No, Mathnasium of Gaithersburg’s membership fees are the same for online, in-center, and hybrid tutoring.

• Why do you require an assessment for enrollment at Mathnasium of Gaithersburg?

  Each student begins their journey at Mathnasium of Gaithersburg with a diagnostic assessment which allows us to understand their strengths, learning gaps, and individual objectives.  

  We use assessment-based insights to create a personalized learning plan that will set the student on the best path to math excellence. 

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

  At Mathnasium of Gaithersburg, we don’t follow a traditional math curriculum. Instead, we use personalized learning plans tailored to each student’s unique needs and abilities.  

  Our specially trained tutors follow the Mathnasium Method™, Mathnasium’s proprietary approach that combines these individualized plans with proven teaching techniques to build upon what the student already know, gradually expanding their mathematical thinking and allowing them to learn at their own pace.  

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

  At Mathnasium of Gaithersburg, our tutors work with students of all skill levels, whether they need help catching up, keeping up, or advancing on their math journey.   

  When working with students who are struggling with math, we focus on addressing their specific learning gaps while reinforcing what they’ve already learned. Our goal is to teach math in a way that makes sense to them and builds their confidence, step by step. 

  Advanced students, on the other hand, can explore the topics outside their math curriculum, prepare for competitions or standardized tests, and work towards their unique academic goals. 

• Do you work with homeschooled students?

  Yes, our math tutors work with all K-12 students in Gaithersburg, whether they are homeschooled or attending a private or public school.

• Do you help students with their math homework?

  Yes! Our math tutors in Gaithersburg will set aside some time during each session to assist students with their homework.

• Does Mathnasium assign homework to students?

  No, Mathnasium of Gaithersburg does not assign homework. All learning occurs under the caring guidance of our specially trained tutors as students work on developing math skills and making progress during their time in the center.

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

  Yes, Mathnasium of Gaithersburg helps students get ready for math on standardized tests such as MCAP, MAP testing, the SAT®, PSAT®, and ACT®.  

  Our program combines targeted practice with problem-solving strategies, as well as confidence-building support, so students perform their best on test day and beyond.