J. Nordstrom
My daughter has only been going for about a month but already Mathnasium has made a huge difference! She loves...
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J. Nordstrom
My daughter has only been going for about a month but already Mathnasium has made a huge difference! She loves...
See more reviews hereOur 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 Stillwater, 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 Oak Park Heights deliver face-to-face instruction in a supportive, engaging group environment. We work with students of all skill levels in grades 1-12 to help them unlock their full math potential.
Learn how Mathnasium tutors helped Malachi gain confidence in math.
At Mathnasium of Stillwater, 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
Celeste Nelson
Center Director
Celeste earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics/Secondary Education and a Master of Education in Teaching and Learning. She taught for 31 years, including 26 with the Hudson School District, where she worked as a math teacher and math interventionist. She first joined Mathnasium in 2018, planning for a part-time retirement job that quickly grew into her current role as Center Director.
Celeste loves the Mathnasium Method™ for its ability to identify each child’s needs and create customized learning plans. She is excited to continue supporting students and families in building confidence and lasting success in math.
Josiah
Lead Instructor
Josiah lives in Maplewood and brings a love for both math and music to Mathnasium. He studied calculus in college and has always had a passion for problem-solving. In addition to his work as Lead Instructor, Josiah teaches music lessons and serves as a part-time church music director.
He enjoys watching students light up when a difficult concept becomes clear. Whether teaching math or music, Josiah is dedicated to helping children discover the joy of learning and the confidence that comes with true understanding.
Dan
Instructor
Dan holds a bachelor’s degree in Geology and has worked in education since 2005, including at Rutherford Elementary in Stillwater since 2015. There, he primarily supports 4th and 5th grade math. He has also been part of the Mathnasium team since 2016, where he enjoys guiding students toward success in mathematics.
Beyond teaching, Dan is active in the Pierce County Historical Association and has written two local history books, with a third in progress. He also enjoys collecting 1980s toys, comics, music, movies, and Star Wars memorabilia.
Rick
Instructor
Rick is a native Nebraskan who moved to Stillwater in 2019 with his wife (and dog, Niya) after they retired. He has an engineering degree, but spent most of his career in customer support at a software company. Rick has always loved math and his high school math teacher was one of the most influential people in his life. At Mathnasium, he is able to pass along his love of math to the students.
Rick is a bird bander (at Carpenter Nature Center) and an avid, life-long nature enthusiast. He also enjoys golf, disc golf and maintaining the gardens and woodlands at their home. He and his wife have five grown children and nine grandchildren.
Matteo
Instructor
Matteo likes playing games with his friends. He also enjoys playing the cello and golfing. Matteo likes working at Mathnasium because he loves helping other people understand math.
Callen
Instructor
Callan has always loved math and enjoys helping people understand math better. He likes coding, playing the violin and piano, and playing games with friends. Callan also participates as part of the tech crew and pit orchestra for school theatre productions.
Qianyi
Instructor
Qianyi has loved math since she was little and will always enjoy learning more about it! She plays the violin and piano and is constantly baking! Qianyi chose to work at Mathnasium because she wants to spread the joy of math to others!
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 Stillwater is located at 5871 Neal Avenue North in Oak Park Heights, across the street from Stillwater High School in the Kowalski’s complex next to the UPS Store. Families appreciate the convenient location, with plenty of shopping and dining nearby.
We proudly serve students from Stillwater and surrounding communities, including:
Stillwater Area Public Schools (ISD 834)
St. Croix Preparatory Academy (SCPA)
Mahtomedi Public Schools (ISD 832)
St. Croix Catholic School
Hill-Murray School
Somerset, New Richmond, and Hudson Schools
Mathnasium of Stillwater supports students in grades 1–12 across a wide range of math topics, including arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus, and advanced high school math.
Our caring tutors help students build solid foundational skills, close learning gaps, expand mathematical thinking, and gain confidence in math.
Mathnasium of Stillwater provides exceptional value tutoring with a simple monthly membership. Each student begins with a diagnostic assessment, which allows us to create a personalized learning plan and recommend a session schedule tailored to their needs and goals.
To learn more, contact us at [email protected].
The diagnostic assessment helps us understand how your student thinks about math and what their unique learning needs are.
We use assessment-based insights to create a learning plan tailored to them, so they can truly begin to understand and even enjoy math.
At Mathnasium of Stillwater, we do not follow a one-size-fits-all curriculum.
We use the Mathnasium Method™, our proprietary teaching approach that combines personalized learning plans with proven instructional techniques to help students transform how they think and feel about math.
Following this approach, we build upon what the student already knows, gradually introducing new concepts and using interactive teaching methods to build the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the classroom and beyond.
Both! Mathnasium of Stillwater works with students of all skill levels.
Students who are behind with math receive targeted instruction to rebuild foundations, close gaps, and restore confidence. Advanced learners benefit from enrichment programs that challenge them and expand their mathematical thinking.
Absolutely. We welcome homeschooled students from Stillwater, Mahtomedi, St. Croix Valley, and surrounding areas.
Our flexible scheduling and personalized instruction complement homeschooling programs and learning goals.
Yes. Our tutors dedicate time during each session to help students with homework, reinforcing classroom learning and preparing them for new concepts.
No, all learning takes place during our sessions. We do not assign homework, which allows students to focus on progress while they are with us.
Yes, Mathnasium of Stillwater helps students prepare for standardized and school-based assessments, including state tests, the SAT®, and the ACT®.
Our test prep combines targeted practice, personalized strategies, and confidence-building support to help students succeed.
Knowledge Hub
5871 Neal Avenue North
Oak Park Heights, MN 55082
| Call: | (651) 300-2252 |
| Text: | (651) 300-2252 |
| Email: | [email protected] |
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| Mon: | 3:00PM - 7:00PM |
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