Hey, fellow homeschooling parents, let’s be honest for a moment: teaching math at home can be tough. Between juggling lesson plans, laundry, and trying to remember what “long division” even means, math time sometimes feels like an emotional endurance test. I used to dread it. We’d sit at the kitchen table, both frustrated. One of us was confused, the other was Googling “how to explain fractions without tears.”
Then I discovered Mathnasium, and everything changed.
If you haven’t heard of it, Mathnasium is a math-only learning centre that’s been refining its approach for over 20 years. Their secret? The Mathnasium Method—a research-based system that helps kids truly understand math, not just memorize it. As a homeschooling parent, it’s been one of the best decisions I’ve made for our learning journey (and my peace of mind).
Here’s why I think every homeschooling family should give Mathnasium a try:
1. You Start with a Free, In-Depth Math Assessment
Before we even began, Mathnasium offered a free comprehensive assessment. It wasn’t your typical quiz—it was designed to pinpoint exactly what was understood and where the gaps were. From there, they built a customised learning plan. I appreciated that it wasn’t one-size-fits-all. They met us right where we were, not where a curriculum said we “should” be.
2. Every Lesson Is Tailored to Your Child
Thanks to that personalised plan, Mathnasium keeps things flexible and focused. The instructors continually adjust lessons as progress is made, so learners are always working at the right level. Once multiplication was mastered, they introduced fraction challenges to stretch those skills. It’s progress that sticks—not just short-term cramming for a test.
3. The Instructors Truly Understand Kids
Let’s be real: some tutors can make math feel intimidating. But Mathnasium’s instructors? Total pros. They’re trained experts who understand that every child learns differently. For example, they quickly noticed a preference for visual and tactile learning. So they used hands-on materials, like number blocks and visual aids, to help make math concepts click. Watching those lightbulb moments has been one of the highlights of our homeschool year.
4. It’s Affordable Peace of Mind
Homeschooling often means balancing multiple expenses, but Mathnasium’s customised pricing makes it manageable. It’s around $35 per hour, depending on location. For that, I’m not just paying for tutoring; I’m investing in expert instruction, a proven system, and most importantly, less stress for both of us.
5. It’s About Understanding the Why, Not Just Memorizing
One of my biggest frustrations with math growing up was being told to “just memorize it.” Mathnasium flips that. They teach kids why math works (the logic behind the numbers) so they can apply it anywhere. No endless drilling. No robotic worksheets. Now there’s confidence in explaining why ¾ is greater than ⅔, and honestly, I’ve picked up a few things myself.
6. Mathnasium Makes Math… Fun (Yes, Really)
If you’d told me a year ago that someone in our house would look forward to math, I’d have laughed. But Mathnasium keeps things engaging with a fun reward system and a lively learning environment. Learners earn points for completing work and mastering concepts, which can be traded in for small prizes (our latest haul: a set of LEGO mini-figures). The centre feels upbeat, not stressful, and that positive energy has completely changed our attitude toward math.
7. There’s a Path for Every Kind of Learner
Whether your child is struggling, cruising along, or craving a challenge, Mathnasium meets them where they are. After a few months of confidence-building, our tutor recommended the Mathnasium Enrichment Program, which goes beyond grade level to help advanced learners become strong mathematical thinkers. It’s been amazing to watch someone not just “get by” but thrive.
Outsource the Stress, Keep the Joy
Homeschooling parents, hear me out. You don’t have to do it all. Outsourcing math doesn’t mean you’re falling short—it means you’re giving your child the tools (and support) they deserve.
Mathnasium has helped someone in our home fall in love with math, which is something I never thought I’d say. There’s confidence, curiosity, and even excitement to show off what’s been learned. And I’ve reclaimed my evenings from the chaos of trying to relearn geometry.
If math time at your house has become a battle of wills, do yourself (and your learner) a favour: check out Mathnasium and book that free assessment. You might just find, like I did, that it’s the homeschool help you didn’t know you needed and the one that makes all the difference.
