Top-Rated Maths Tutors – Mathnasium of Northfield

FAQ

Mathnasium Northfield Frequently Asked Questions

• Where is Mathnasium of Northfield located?

  Mathnasium of Northfield is at 33-37 Northfield Shopping Centre, Birmingham, B31 2JU, right in the heart of Northfield town centre. Free 15-minute drop-off parking is available directly outside, and the centre is easily reached by public transport, making it a simple stop for busy families. 

  We proudly serve children from local schools, including: 

  • St Laurence Church Junior School 

  • St Brigid's Catholic Primary School 

  • Bournville School 

  • St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School 

  • King Edward VI Northfield for Girls 

  • King Edward VI King's Norton for Boys 

  • Kings Norton Girls' School 

  And many more across Northfield, Bournville, Kings Norton and the surrounding area. 

• What are your opening hours?

  Our instructional hours are: 

  • Monday to Thursday: 3:45pm – 7:30pm 

  • Friday: Closed 

  • Saturday: 10:00am – 2:00pm 

  • Sunday: Closed 

  Office hours: 

  • Monday to Thursday: 11am-7.30pm 

  • Saturday: 10am-2pm 

  We're also closed on bank holidays. To get in touch,  

  • Call us on 0121 546 0376  

  • Text us on 0121 669 2109 

  • WhatsApp us on 07507 231124 

  • Email [email protected]. 

• What year groups does Mathnasium of Northfield work with?

  We work with children from Reception through to GCSE, ages 4 to 16, spanning all Key Stages from the Early Years Foundation Stage through to KS4. 

  Northfield families come to us at all sorts of different stages, some building solid foundations early, others working steadily toward their GCSE exams. Whatever your child's maths goal, we have a programme to fit. 

• What maths topics and subjects can your tutors in Northfield help with?

  Our instructors support children across the full primary and secondary maths curriculum, from number, fractions, decimals and percentages through to algebra, ratio, geometry and statistics, at every level from KS1 through to KS4. 

  As sessions follow each child's personalised learning plan, a Year 3 child working on times tables and a Year 11 child preparing for GCSE mocks, for example, will each get exactly the focus they need. 

• How is Mathnasium different from a private tutor?

  Most private tutors build sessions around what the child brings along that day, be it a worksheet, a homework question or a test to prepare for.  

  Mathnasium of Northfield works differently. Our goal is to build lasting maths mastery and we do so by combining assessment-based learning plans with a range of proven teaching techniques that adapt to each child. 

  These are the pillars of the Mathnasium Method™, a structured, consistent teaching approach used across more than 1,300 centres worldwide, so progress builds steadily rather than depending on what came up that week. 

  Sessions take place in a supportive and fun learning environment, where children receive face-to-face maths support and build confidence alongside their peers.

• How do you teach maths? Which curriculum do you use?

  At Mathnasium of Northfield, we don't follow a fixed curriculum. We use the Mathnasium Method™, our proprietary teaching approach designed to help children build maths mastery, whatever level they're starting from. 

  Our instructors draw on mental, verbal, visual, tactile and written techniques, following personalised, assessment-based learning plans, to teach each child in the way that works best for them.  

  Each session designates time for homework help, so what the student is learning at Mathnasium can complement what they are covering in school under the National Curriculum. 

• Do you work with advanced children or only the ones struggling with maths?

  Mathnasium of Northfield works with children of every skill level, whether they're catching up, keeping up with their year group or ready to get ahead. 

  When a child is finding maths difficult, the personalised learning plan ensures we start from exactly where they are and build forward at a pace that suits them, closing knowledge gaps methodically so nothing feels rushed. 

  Children going ahead of their year group get the same personalised approach, focused on enrichment that introduces them to maths beyond the school curriculum and keeps them motivated to go further. 

• Do you help prepare children for the 11+?

  Yes! Mathnasium of Northfield supports children preparing for the 11+, including entry to selective schools such as King Edward VI Northfield for Girls and King Edward VI King's Norton for Boys, focusing on the numerical reasoning and problem-solving skills these exams test. 

  As each school sets its own exam content and timeline, we build every child's plan around their specific target school, leaving enough time to close any gaps before exam day.

• Do you offer GCSE maths tutoring?

  Yes, our instructors support Year 10 and Year 11 children through their GCSE maths preparation, with a personalised plan built around their current performance, target grade and the topics where they most need to improve. 

  We cover the full GCSE maths curriculum, including number, algebra, geometry, ratio, probability and statistics, across both Foundation and Higher tiers.

• Do you prepare children for SATs?

  Yes, we help Year 6 children get ready for their KS2 SATs maths papers, covering both the Arithmetic and Reasoning papers, and support Year 2 children with their KS1 teacher assessments. 

  The diagnostic assessment helps us pinpoint exactly which concepts need reinforcing, and we build those directly into each child's learning plan. We also support Year 4 children preparing for the Multiplication Tables Check. 

• Why do you require an assessment for enrolment?

  Each child completes a diagnostic assessment that pinpoints their strengths, knowledge gaps and personal goals, giving us what we need to build a personalised learning plan that puts them on the best path to maths mastery. 

• How much does maths tutoring cost at Mathnasium of Northfield?

  Tuition at Mathnasium of Northfield is priced as a flat monthly membership fee rather than a per-session rate, much like a gym membership. Most children get the best results attending two to three sessions a week. 

  Following the diagnostic assessment, we will recommend a session plan tailored to your child's learning needs and goals.

• How can I enrol my child at Mathnasium of Northfield?

  Get in touch through the Contact Us button on this page, call us on 0121 546 0376, text 0121 669 2109, or email [email protected] to arrange a free diagnostic assessment. 

  Parents can also WhatsApp us on 07507 231124. 

  After the assessment, we'll walk you through the results and the personalised learning plan we've put together for your child, answering any questions before sessions begin. 

  Assessment is commitment-free.