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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
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 Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley 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 Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley and neighboring communities, including:
Specially Trained and Caring Team
Devinne Hoffmann
Center Director
Devinne graduated cum laude from California State University, San Bernardino with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics. She is currently pursuing a Master’s in Finance with a concentration in Investments from Southern New Hampshire University, with an expected graduation in 2027. Devinne has extensive tutoring experience across a variety of subjects and age groups, with a strong passion for math education.
She is dedicated to building students’ confidence and equipping them with the tools to achieve academic success. Outside of Mathnasium, Devinne enjoys spending time with her husband, two dogs (Dominico and Dino), and parakeets (Tundra and Tacoma).
Nick van Vliet
Operations Director
Nick earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Finance from Cal State Northridge and joined the Mathnasium team in 2014. After leading the Irvine center for two years and the Diamond Bar center for three, he returned to his hometown of Santa Clarita, where he now helps run two thriving locations.
Nick is passionate about creating a fun, engaging environment that helps students build confidence and master math. He believes in pushing students to reach their potential while making the learning process enjoyable. Outside the center, Nick enjoys sports, snowboarding, barbecues, reading, and competing in any game imaginable.
Sherin Yueksel
District Manager
Sherin graduated from the University of California, Berkeley, with a Bachelor's Degree in Economics. She first started at Mathnasium as an instructor in 2021. She was quickly promoted to Assistant Director and even helped establish Mathnasium of Valencia. Sherin has pursued a career at Mathnasium because she wants to make an impact in her community and she wants to help as many students as possible. She is passionate about creating a welcoming environment where every student feels comfortable, confident, and can strive for excellence. In her free time, she loves spending time with her family, shopping, and making new recipes.
Alexis Sherwood
Assistant Director
Alexis has been working with children in educational and community settings since 2017. While tutoring across various subjects, she discovered her love for math and even taught an Algebra course for 6th graders in 2022. She also has a strong interest in supporting students with learning disabilities, striving to create an inclusive and encouraging learning space. Alexis believes that every child can thrive with the right tools and environment. She currently attends Vanguard University, where she is studying Biotechnology and pursuing her dual passion for math and science.
Alyssa Menor
Instructor
Alyssa graduated from University of California, Riverside, with a Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Studies and a minor in Education. Shortly after, she attended California State University, Long Beach, to obtain her teaching credential. Growing up, her favorite subject was math. She believes that students can reach their full potential with a positive learning environment and finding purpose through real world connections. In her free time, Alyssa enjoys reading, going to the beach with friends, and listening to music.
Robin Nguyen
Assistant Director/Higher Level Math Instructor
Robin, a UCSD graduate with degrees in Math, Computer Science, and Psychology, has a deep love of tutoring at Mathnasium. His personal goal is to someday be able to inspire his students as a teacher. Robin’s outside interests include writing, chess, walking, and reading.
Erin Chon
Higher Level Math Instructor
Erin earned her Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Cal Poly Pomona and is currently pursuing her Math Teaching Credential at California State University, Long Beach. She enjoys working with students of all ages and finds joy in helping them overcome academic challenges. Erin believes that with a bit of support and the right approach, every student can succeed. When she’s not thinking about creative ways to explain math concepts, Erin spends her time baking for friends and hanging out with her two cats.
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 Fountain Valley is located at 18585 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708, on the corner of Brookhurst and Ellis in the Callens Corner shopping center. We’re next to Albertsons and in the same plaza as Islands Restaurant, with plenty of parking and convenient access.
We proudly serve students from Fountain Valley and Huntington Beach, including families from the coastal neighborhoods and nearby inland areas such as Santa Ana. Local schools include:
Roch Courreges Elementary
William T. Newland Elementary School
Robert Gisler Elementary
Harry C. Fulton Middle School
Isaac L. Sowers Middle School
Huntington Christian School
Saints Simon & Jude Catholic School
Isojiro Oka Elementary School
The Pegasus School
Edison High School
Fountain Valley High School
Lake View Elementary School
John H. Eader Elementary School
Ethan B. Allen Elementary School
James H. Cox Elementary School
Yes! Mathnasium of Fountain Valley offers both in-center and online tutoring. Whether they attend in person or online, all students receive personalized, face-to-face instruction from the same specially trained tutors in a supportive and engaging group environment designed to help them thrive.
No, there’s no difference between in-person and online tutoring at Mathnasium of Fountain Valley. Students who attend online sessions work with the same personalized learning plans, supportive group environment, and caring tutors as they would work with at our learning center.
We support students in grades K–12 across a wide range of math classes and topics, from early childhood math and early arithmetic to Algebra and Geometry.
Working with our specially trained math tutors in Fountain Valley, students gain confidence, develop critical thinking skills, and improve academic performance.
Mathnasium provides high-quality math tutoring by combining a superior instructional experience with an efficient structure that keeps costs manageable.
Our program features a flat monthly enrollment fee, and students typically attend 2–3 sessions per week to stay engaged and make measurable progress.
For enrollment details, contact us at [email protected].
No. Whether students attend sessions online, in person, or through a hybrid format, the membership fees remain the same.
Each student begins their Mathnasium journey with a diagnostic assessment that helps us identify their current strengths, learning gaps, and goals. These insights allow us to create a personalized learning plan that puts them on the path to long-term success in math.
At Mathnasium of Fountain Valley, we don’t follow a one-size-fits-all curriculum. Instead, we use the Mathnasium Method™, our proprietary teaching approach that blends structure with personalization. Each student receives a learning plan tailored to their specific skill level, learning style, and goals.
Our approach is designed to help students truly understand how math works—breaking down complex ideas into clear, manageable steps. This allows students to build a solid foundation for math mastery, improve problem-solving skills, and often transform how they think and feel about math.
Yes! Mathnasium of Fountain Valley works with students at all skill levels, whether they are catching up, keeping up, or getting ahead on their math journey.
Students who are struggling with math benefit from step-by-step instruction to build skills and confidence, while advanced students enjoy enrichment opportunities that expand their knowledge and challenge them in new ways.
Yes! We support students from all educational backgrounds, including homeschooled, private, and public schoolstudents throughout Fountain Valley, Huntington Beach, and nearby communities.
Yes! Our tutors at Mathnasium of Fountain Valley set aside time during sessions to help students with their math homework and ensure they understand key concepts.
No. All learning takes place during sessions with our specially trained tutors. We do not assign homework, allowing students to focus on making real progress during their time with us.
Yes! We help students prepare for standardized and school-based math tests including state exams, ACT®, and SAT®. Our test prep combines personalized learning plans, targeted practice, and proven strategies to help students succeed.
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18585 Brookhurst St
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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