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94%
Math Skills
of parents report an improvement in their child’s math skills and understanding.
93%
Attitude
of parents report improved attitude toward math after attending Mathnasium.
90%
Success
of students saw an improvement in their school grades.
Our Results
The Proof Is In The Numbers
Math Skills
of parents report an improvement in their child’s math skills and understanding.
Attitude
of parents report improved attitude toward math after attending Mathnasium.
Success
of students saw an improvement in their school grades.
At Mathnasium of Plymouth Canton, our tutors use the Mathnasium Method™ to help students develop a deep understanding of math. This proprietary teaching approach blends personalized learning plans with mental, verbal, visual, tactile, and written techniques, ensuring each student receives math help tailored to their unique needs and learning styles.
The Mathnasium Method™ is designed to build a strong foundation for math excellence, empowering students to truly understand and even enjoy math.
Our caring and specially trained math tutors in Canton deliver face-to-face instruction in a supportive, engaging group environment. We support K-12 students of all skill levels, both in-center and online, to help them reach their full math potential.
Learn how Mathnasium tutors helped Malachi gain confidence in math.
At Mathnasium of Plymouth Canton, each student receives a personalized learning plan based on a detailed assessment of their skill level, challenges, and academic goals.
This tailored approach allows students to learn at their own pace while building critical thinking and problem-solving skills, along with the confidence they need to excel in their math journey.
Discover how Mathnasium helped Maddie transform her math skills to achieve more confidence in the subject. Initially struggling with the lowest math grades in her class, Maddie worked with our tutors using a personalized approach tailored to her specific needs.
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We specialize in math-only instruction with a customized and fun learning approach that delivers results. We proudly serve local communities, including:
Specially Trained and Caring Team
Kimberly Smith
Owner
Kimberly Smith holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial and Operations Engineering and a Master of Science in Engineering Management from the University of Michigan. She spent 13 years at Chrysler, LLC, holding leadership roles in manufacturing and operations.
Kimberly pursued Mathnasium to fulfill a lifelong passion for education and believes strong math skills are essential in today’s global marketplace. As owner of four Mathnasium locations in Metro Detroit, she is dedicated to helping students build problem-solving skills and confidence through math instruction that truly makes sense.
Kevin Steinhelper
Center Director
Kevin Steinhelper has worked with Mathnasium since 2012 and has served as Center Director of Plymouth-Canton since 2016. He also directs the West Bloomfield center and holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the University of Michigan.
Kevin previously worked as an actuarial analyst and has loved math since childhood. He is passionate about putting students first and ensuring every child leaves feeling confident in what they learned. Outside of Mathnasium, Kevin enjoys sports, playing piano, and spending time with his nieces and nephews.
Barb
Assistant Center Director
Barb is an Assistant Center Director with over 30 years of teaching and tutoring experience. She holds both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Arts from Eastern Michigan University.
Barb loves witnessing students’ “aha” moments and is deeply committed to helping learners succeed. She brings warmth and encouragement to every session. Outside of Mathnasium, Barb enjoys gardening, golfing, traveling, and spending time outdoors with family and friends. A fun fact is that her identical twin sister is also a retired teacher and tutor.
Naina
Assistant Center Director
Naina brings eight years of teaching and tutoring experience to Mathnasium. Her passion for teaching is what drew her to the role, and that passion shows in how she approaches every session. What she loves most about teaching math is the interaction with students and the opportunity to help them build real, lasting skills. Naina especially enjoys working through multi-step problems and fractions, guiding students step by step until the process becomes second nature.
Melissa
Instructor
Melissa holds a Master of Arts with a K–12 reading endorsement from the University of Michigan–Dearborn and a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with minors in Math and Science. She has nine years of teaching experience.
Melissa enjoys helping students find joy in math, especially through building number fluency and problem-solving confidence. She loves seeing students master challenging concepts. Outside of teaching, Melissa enjoys attending Detroit sports games and is a devoted Detroit Lions fan. She also played piano for eight years.
Judy
Instructor
Judy holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Northern Michigan University and has completed postgraduate work in Early Childhood Education at Eastern Michigan University. With over 30 years of teaching and tutoring experience, Judy’s passion for teaching math shines through every session. Her greatest joy comes from witnessing the moment a student masters a concept they once found challenging. She especially enjoys teaching Algebra 1 and finds it incredibly rewarding to build confidence in her students. Beyond the classroom, Judy is a proud “Cat Lady” with three cats and has been volunteering at the Huron Valley Humane Society for 10 years. Judy’s favorite math-related quote is, “Mathematics is not about numbers, equations, computations, or algorithms: it is about UNDERSTANDING!” – William Paul Thurston.
Melanie
Instructor
Melanie holds a B.S. in Chemistry from Valparaiso University and both an M.S. in Chemistry and an MBA from the University of Michigan. After leaving the automotive industry, she sought a more fulfilling career and found inspiration in her high school math teacher. At Mathnasium, Melanie enjoys solving problems and helping students experience those "ah-ha" moments when concepts finally click. Her favorite topics to teach include strategies for solving story problems and proportions. Outside of tutoring, Melanie spends her free time gardening, growing a variety of vegetables, and sharing stories about her unique upbringing on a mint farm. She lives by the motto: "The only way to learn mathematics is to do mathematics."
Students can take 3 easy steps to enroll at Mathnasium.
All students begin their Mathnasium journey with a diagnostic assessment that pinpoints what they already know and what they still need to learn.
FAQ
Mathnasium of Plymouth Canton is located at 5712 N Canton Center Road in Canton, MI. Our center is conveniently located near local businesses such as Bittinger Team Realtors and House of Umami Ramen.
We proudly serve families in Canton and nearby areas. Local schools and districts we support include:
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools
Van Buren Public Schools
Wayne-Westland Community Schools
Canton Charter
South Canton Scholars
Achieve Charter
Plymouth Scholars
Canton Prep
All Saints
Plymouth Christian Academy
Crescent Academy
Yes. Mathnasium of Plymouth Canton offers both in-center and online tutoring.
All our students receive face-to-face instruction in a supportive group environment and work with the same caring tutors, whether they choose to attend in person or online.
No, the experience is designed to be consistent across both formats. Online students follow the same customized learning plans and work directly with the specially trained tutors they would meet at our Canton center.
Mathnasium’s specially trained tutors can help students learn and master any 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.
Mathnasium of Plymouth Canton provides premium value through a flat monthly membership and a one-time enrollment fee.
Most students attend two to three 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.
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.
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.
At Mathnasium of Plymouth Canton, we do not follow a traditional curriculum. We use our proprietary approach called the Mathnasium Method™, which combines personalized learning plans with proven teaching techniques to develop solid foundations for math mastery.
Our approach builds on each student’s existing knowledge, addressing the gaps in their understanding and introducing new concepts gradually and in a logical sequence. We work with students to expand their mathematical thinking so they can build the skills and confidence to excel in the classroom and beyond.
Both! We support students of all skill levels, whether they are looking to catch up, keep up, or are ready to get ahead on their math journey.
Students who are struggling with math receive caring, targeted instruction to (re)build foundational skills and confidence. Advanced learners enjoy personalized enrichment opportunities designed to challenge their thinking and deepen their understanding.
Mathnasium of Plymouth Canton welcomes students from all educational backgrounds, including public, private, charter, and homeschool programs.
Homeschooling families love our flexible scheduling options and personalized programs that can adjust to their unique learning goals.
Yes, homework help is included in our sessions. Our tutors set aside time to help with assignments so students can reinforce the concepts they are covering at school and reduce stress at home.
No, all learning takes place during sessions, either in-center or online. We do not assign additional homework, so students stay focused and productive during their time with us.
Yes! Mathnasium of Plymouth Canton prepares students for school-based and standardized math tests, including state assessments, ACT®, and SAT®.
Our test prep includes personalized learning plans, targeted practice, and strategies to build both skills and test-taking confidence.
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5712 N Canton Center Rd
Canton, MI 48187
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