J. Hogarth
Both of my 10 year old boys attend 2-3 times per week and they are loving it. I thought the novelty would wear...
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Mathnasium Pembroke is a great space! Clean, large, and plenty of seating for parents. The director and her ...
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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 Pembroke, 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 Virginia Beach 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 Pembroke, 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 Virginia Beach and neighboring communities, including:
Specially Trained and Caring Team
Sonya Moore
Center Director
Sonya holds multiple associate degrees in Office Administration and a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, earned in 2019. Her passion for math started early, leading to a 15-year role as the lead tutor in the S.T.E.M. department at the college where she earned her first degree. She’s thrilled to bring her skills and lifelong enthusiasm for math to Mathnasium.
Sonya loves showing students how math can be fun and empowering. Outside of work, she’s an adventurer who enjoys learning languages—she speaks French, Spanish, and some German. She also enjoys gaming, movies, cooking, and exploring new interests.
Ben Bramsen
Regional Director
Ben began his journey in education while volunteering with marine animals at the Indianapolis Zoo—especially walruses, his all-time favorite! His role there sparked a love for sharing knowledge, which led him to broader opportunities in educational leadership.
At Mathnasium, Ben values the ability to see student growth firsthand and appreciates how math success builds confidence. When he’s not supporting learning centers, you can find him outdoors, exploring new places, or playing guitar (though he admits he’s still learning!).
Jeff McCabe
President
Jeff holds an Economics degree from James Madison University and later earned a Master’s in Education from George Mason University. He taught math at both the high school and college level for a decade before stepping into leadership roles in national restaurant brands.
Now back to his roots in education, Jeff brings passion and experience to his work at Mathnasium. He enjoys helping students find success in math while leading a team committed to excellence. In his free time, Jeff enjoys spending time with his wife of 28 years, their two dogs, and visiting their three grown children.
James Temple
CEO, Owner
James discovered his love for math during middle and high school and pursued it further at the University of Virginia, graduating in 2000 with a degree in Mathematics. He went on to serve seven years in the U.S. Air Force as an aircraft maintenance officer, where he began tutoring homeschooled children and saw firsthand the challenges students face with math.
Inspired by those experiences, James returned to UVA to earn his MBA from the Darden School of Business. Today, he combines his leadership background and passion for problem-solving to help students build confidence and overcome math anxiety through Mathnasium.
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 Pembroke is located at 379 Independence Blvd, directly across from Target and near Pembroke Mall and Town Center. With convenient access and a central location, our center is a popular destination for families throughout Virginia Beach and nearby areas.
We proudly serve students from northwestern Virginia Beach and northeastern Norfolk, including:
Thalia Elementary
Princess Anne High School
Pembroke Elementary
Bayside Middle School
Larkspur Middle School
Yes! Mathnasium of Pembroke 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 in quality between in-person and online tutoring at Mathnasium of Pembroke. Students who attend online sessions receive the same personalized learning plans, supportive group environment, and live instruction from the same caring tutors 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 Pembroke, students gain confidence, develop critical thinking skills, and improve academic performance.
We offer math-only tutoring through a flat monthly enrollment fee with no long-term contracts. For the best results, we recommend that most students attend 2–3 sessions per week. To determine the optimal number of weekly sessions for your student, please schedule a free assessment.
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 Pembroke, 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 Pembroke works with students at all skill levels—whether they are catching up, keeping up, or getting ahead.
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 K–12 students from all educational backgrounds, including homeschooled, private, and public schoolstudents throughout Virginia Beach and the surrounding areas.
Yes! Our tutors at Mathnasium of Pembroke 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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379 Independence Blvd
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
| Call: | (757) 938-3705 |
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