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For high-achievers who are ready for the next level, Mathnasium Plus takes students beyond grade-level math and builds advanced thinking that creates lasting advantages.
Our Results
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 Fresh Pond, our specially trained tutors use the Mathnasium Method™ to help students build a deep understanding of math. This proprietary teaching approach blends personalized learning plans with mental, verbal, visual, tactile, and written techniques, ensuring instruction is tailored to each student’s unique needs and learning style.
The Mathnasium Method™ is designed to create a solid foundation for math excellence, helping students truly understand—and even enjoy—math.
Our caring, specially trained math tutors in Belmont provide face-to-face instruction in a supportive and engaging group environment. We work with 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 Fresh Pond, students receive personalized learning plans designed around a detailed assessment of their skill level, challenges, and academic goals.
This customized approach helps students learn at their own pace while strengthening critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the confidence needed to succeed in math.
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.
Math Tutors Near You
We specialize in math-only instruction with a customized and fun learning approach that delivers results. We proudly serve families in local, including:
Specially Trained and Caring Team
Joshua Shew
Center Director
Originally from Tokyo, Joshua brings a global perspective and seven years of tutoring experience to Mathnasium of Fresh Pond. He holds a Computer Science degree from Case Western Reserve University. Joshua believes questions are an instructors's most powerful tool, they help students think independently and show instructors exactly where each learner stands. His goal is making math intuitive rather than intimidating through genuine care for every student. When not at the center, Joshua enjoys running, racket sports, and solving puzzles. He lives in Somerville with his wife.
Scott Reding
General Manager
Scott holds a B.A. from the University of Southern California and a master’s degree from New York University. He brings over a decade of teaching and tutoring experience across all ages, from elementary students to college undergrads.
Scott’s favorite part of teaching is building a strong conceptual foundation and witnessing that “aha” moment when a concept finally clicks. His goal is to make math feel intuitive and rewarding for every student.
Julie Lee
Director of Operations
Julie has a strong background in education leadership and was the first Education Director at Mathnasium of West Newton before pursuing her Master’s degree. Now back in the Mathnasium family, she brings experience, passion, and a deep commitment to helping students thrive.
Her favorite part of teaching is watching students experience those “lightbulb moments” when they realize that math is not just useful, but also beautiful and fun. Julie is also passionate about connecting math to everyday life and building lasting relationships with students.
From early childhood through high school, Fresh Pond's math programs are designed to support students at every stage of their math journey.
We introduce preschool and kindergarten learners to foundational math concepts through hands-on, playful instruction that builds number sense while fostering curiosity and confidence from the very start.
For students in grades 1–5, we focus on developing a solid understanding of concepts like addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals, making math clear and enjoyable.
We help middle schoolers navigate classes like Prealgebra and Geometry by breaking down abstract ideas into manageable steps in a supportive environment where understanding and confidence grow.
High school students receive targeted support for Algebra, Trigonometry, Precalculus, and standardized math test prep that positions them for academic success and future college admissions opportunities.
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 Fresh Pond is located in the shopping center at the corner of Concord Ave and Bright Rd, right next to Rockland Trust. We’re halfway between the Alewife mall and downtown Belmont, with plenty of parking available nearby and easy access for families from surrounding neighborhoods.
We serve students from Belmont and Cambridge. Local schools include:
Belmont Middle School
Chenery Upper Elementary
Chenery Middle School
Graham and Parks
Wellington School
Winn Brook
Yes, Mathnasium of Fresh Pond offers both in-center and online tutoring. Students receive face-to-face instruction in a supportive group environment, guided by the same caring tutors whether they attend online or in person.
No, students who attend Mathnasium of Fresh Pond online receive the same personalized learning plans and face-to-face instruction as they would in the center. The experience and outcomes are consistent across both formats.
We can help students learn and master any grade 2–12 math class or topic, from foundational skills and arithmetic to Algebra, Geometry, and advanced math.
Our specially trained tutors work with students of all skill levels to build solid foundational skills, close knowledge gaps, and strengthen critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
We offer math-only tutoring through a flat monthly membership. Most students attend 2–3 times per week. After the initial assessment, we’ll develop a personalized learning plan with a recommended frequency of weekly sessions based on your child’s current skills and academic goals.
For more information, contact us at f[email protected].
No, our pricing is the same whether students attend sessions online, in person, or choose a hybrid schedule.
Each student begins with a diagnostic assessment so we can identify their current math level, learning gaps, and academic goals. This information helps us create a personalized learning plan that guides instruction and supports lasting progress.
Mathnasium of Fresh Pond doesn't follow a fixed curriculum. We use the Mathnasium Method™, a teaching approach that combines personalized learning plans with proven teaching techniques and face-to-face instruction in a fun and engaging group environment.
This approach helps students make sense of math, close learning gaps, and build a solid foundation for math mastery while improving problem-solving skills and confidence.
Yes. We work with students of all skill levels.
Students who are behind in math class receive targeted support to address learning gaps and make meaningful progress, while advanced students benefit from enrichment programs that challenge them and deepen their understanding of complex concepts.
Absolutely. We work with students from homeschool, public, and private school settings across Belmont, Cambridge, and nearby communities.
Yes, our tutors make time during each session to help students with their math homework and ensure they understand the concepts covered in school.
No, all instruction and practice take place during sessions at the center or online. We do not assign extra homework, allowing students to focus on learning during their scheduled visits.
Yes. We help students prepare for standardized and school-based math tests, including state assessments, ACT®, and SAT®. Our test prep includes personalized learning plans, targeted practice, and strategies to build both math skills and test-taking confidence.
Mon
3:00pm - 7:00pm
Tue
3:00pm - 7:00pm
Wed
2:00pm - 7:00pm
Thu
3:00pm - 7:00pm
Sat
10:00am - 2:00pm
Sun
10:00am - 2:00pm
Mon-Thu
1:30pm-7:00pm
| Mon: | 3:00pm - 7:00pm |
| Tue: | 3:00pm - 7:00pm |
| Wed: | 2:00pm - 7:00pm |
| Thu: | 3:00pm - 7:00pm |
| Sat: | 10:00am - 2:00pm |
| Sun: | 10:00am - 2:00pm |
| Mon-Thu: | 1:30pm-7:00pm |
(617) 484-8400
