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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 Portsmouth, 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 Portsmouth deliver face-to-face instruction in a supportive, engaging group environment. We support PreK-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 Portsmouth, 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.
Math Tutors Near You
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
Ryan Costa
Center Director
Ryan brings over 22 years of math teaching and tutoring experience to Mathnasium. He holds a B.A. in Mathematics from UMass Dartmouth, where he also worked as a tutor. His instructional style focuses on identifying student needs quickly, strengthening their foundations, and promoting problem-solving strategies over memorization.
Ryan has taught at Sylvan Learning Center, Dartmouth High School, and Brockton High School. He’s passionate about helping students gain confidence and succeed through clear instruction and personalized learning plans.
Elijah Penny
Center Director
Elijah holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and uses his problem-solving skills to make math more relatable for students. He has three years of teaching experience and joined Mathnasium after eight months as an instructor.
Known for his patient and playful approach, Elijah helps students build confidence and critical thinking skills. He’s passionate about showing learners how math connects to real-world challenges and empowering them to tackle problems with clarity and curiosity.
Brandy Baker
Associate Center Director
Brandy has 18 years of math teaching experience in Texas and holds a Bachelor's degree in Math Education. She joined Mathnasium in 2023 and says it’s the best job she’s ever had.
Brandy loves New England’s snowy weather and brings energy and expertise to every session. She enjoys helping students discover how math can be fun, engaging, and a skill they can feel proud of.
Ali Mauck
Associate Center Director
Ali serves as Associate Center Director at Mathnasium and brings a strong commitment to mentoring and community service. A portrait photographer and business owner, Ali understands the importance of a solid math foundation and how problem-solving skills support creativity, planning, and long-term success.
As the mother of three grown children, Ali values education that builds confidence and independence. She is passionate about helping students develop number sense and practical skills they can apply in school and everyday life, creating positive learning experiences that last.
Paul Grimes
Associate Center Director
Paul is an Associate Center Director at Mathnasium with a background in engineering and small business ownership. He spent many years in the boatbuilding industry before transitioning to education, teaching math at a charter school prior to joining Mathnasium in 2024.
Paul appreciates Mathnasium’s focus on building number sense and conceptual understanding rather than memorization. He believes strong math skills open doors for students academically and beyond. Outside the center, Paul lives in Portsmouth with his wife and their dog, Nellie.
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 Portsmouth is located at 14 Potomac Road in Portsmouth, RI, in a family-friendly shopping area with ample parking. Parents can easily run errands or relax nearby while their child is engaged in math learning.
We proudly serve students from Portsmouth and nearby communities. Local schools we support include:
Portsmouth High School
Portsmouth Middle School
Hathaway School
Melville School
Saint Philomena School
Yes, Mathnasium of Portsmouth offers both in-center and online tutoring. All students receive live, face-to-face instruction from our caring tutors, no matter how they attend.
No, whether attending online or in-center, students receive the same quality of live face-to-face instruction. Online students receive the same personalized learning plans and caring support from our specially trained tutors as those in the center.
Mathnasium’s specially trained tutors can help students learn and master any Pre-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 Portsmouth 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 po[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 purpose of the diagnostic assessment is to provide insight into the student’s current skill level, learning style, and unique goals. We use these insights to create a learning plan tailored to their specific needs, so they can truly understand math and build the skills they need to advance.
We don’t follow a fixed curriculum. At Mathnasium of Portsmouth, we use the Mathnasium Method™, our proprietary approach that combines personalized learning plans with proven instructional techniques to help students truly understand and even enjoy math.
Following this approach, our specially trained tutors build on students' existing knowledge, introducing new concepts step-by-step to gradually increase their mathematical thinking, while developing lasting confidence and competence in math.
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 Portsmouth 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, we make time during sessions to help students with their homework and ensure they understand what they’re learning in school.
No, we do not assign additional homework. All learning takes place during sessions, so students can stay focused and engaged.
Yes. Mathnasium of Portsmouth helps students get ready for math on standardized tests such as state exams, the SAT®, 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.
Mon
3:00PM - 7:30PM
Tue
3:00PM - 7:30PM
Wed
3:00PM - 7:30PM
Thu
3:00PM - 7:30PM
Sat
10AM - 3:00PM
Sun
11:00PM - 4:00PM
Mon
12:00PM-7:30PM
Tue
12:00PM - 7:30PM
Wed
12:00PM - 7:30PM
Thu
12:00PM - 7:30PM
Sat
10:00AM - 3:00PM
Sun
11:00AM - 4:00PM
| Mon: | 3:00PM - 7:30PM |
| Tue: | 3:00PM - 7:30PM |
| Wed: | 3:00PM - 7:30PM |
| Thu: | 3:00PM - 7:30PM |
| Sat: | 10AM - 3:00PM |
| Sun: | 11:00PM - 4:00PM |
| Mon: | 12:00PM-7:30PM |
| Tue: | 12:00PM - 7:30PM |
| Wed: | 12:00PM - 7:30PM |
| Thu: | 12:00PM - 7:30PM |
| Sat: | 10:00AM - 3:00PM |
| Sun: | 11:00AM - 4:00PM |
(401) 683-6284
