Top-Rated Maths Tutors — Mathnasium of Worcester

FAQ

Mathnasium Worcester Frequently Asked Questions

• Where is Mathnasium of Worcester located?

  Mathnasium of Worcester is at Unit 2, The Old Fire Station, Copenhagen Street, Worcester WR1 2EB, a distinctive central landmark just moments from the High Street and Crowngate Shopping Centre, and within easy walking distance of Worcester Cathedral and the River Severn. Parking is available nearby, and the surrounding area has plenty of restaurants and family-friendly options close by. 

  We proudly serve children from local schools, including: 

  • Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College 

  • Christopher Whitehead Language College 

  • The Chantry School 

  • Hanley Castle High School 

  • Nunnery High School 

  • Dyson Perrins 

  • Bishop Perowne 

  • King's St Alban's School 

  • RGS The Grange 

  • RGS 

  • Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School 

  • Pitmaston Primary School 

  • Whittington CofE Primary School 

  • Red Hill 

  • Perry Wood Primary School 

• What are your opening hours?

  Our instructional hours are: 

  • Monday to Thursday: 3:00pm – 7:00pm 

  • Friday: Closed 

  • Saturday: 10:00am – 2:00pm 

  • Sunday: Closed 

  Our office is open Monday to Thursday from 11:00am to 7:00pm and Saturday from 10:00am to 2:00pm. To get in touch, call 0190 5915 461 or email [email protected]. 

  Our holiday hours for 2026 are: 

  • May Half Term: Monday to Thursday 10:00am – 2:00pm, Saturday 10:00am – 2:00pm 

  • Summer Half Term: Monday to Thursday 9:00am – 1:00pm, Saturday 9:00am – 1:00pm 

• What year groups does Mathnasium of Worcester work with?

  Mathnasium of Worcester works with children from Reception through to GCSEs, ages 4 to 16, spanning all Key Stages from the Early Years Foundation Stage through to KS4. 

  Worcester has a mix of state and independent schools, each with their own academic expectations. We work with families across all of those pathways, helping children build the maths skills they need at each stage, from early primary through to their final GCSE exams. 

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

  Our instructors cover the full range of primary and secondary maths, from early number fluency and times tables through to algebra, geometry, trigonometry, probability, ratio, and statistics at GCSEs level. We support pupils across all Key Stages: KS1, KS2, KS3, and KS4. 

  Sessions are shaped by each child's customised learning plan rather than a fixed syllabus. That means a Year 5 pupil working on fractions and a Year 11 pupil polishing their GCSEs Higher paper technique are each getting a programme built specifically for them, not a one-size-fits-all course.

• How is Mathnasium different from a private tutor?

  Private tutoring tends to be reactive, working through whatever the child brings in that week, responding to the most recent homework or upcoming test. Mathnasium of Worcester takes a more structured approach. 

  Every pupil starts with a diagnostic assessment, and all teaching is shaped by a personalised learning plan designed to address knowledge gaps in a logical order. Our instructors follow the Mathnasium Method™, a proprietary teaching approach used across 1,200+ centres worldwide, so progress is planned and cumulative rather than week to week.  

  Sessions take place in a fun small-group environment, where children receive personalised one-to-one instruction, which keeps children engaged and helps build confidence. 

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

  We use the Mathnasium Method™ rather than following a fixed curriculum. Our proprietary approach is built around the principle that maths makes sense when it is taught in the right order, with each concept properly understood before the next is introduced. 

  Our instructors draw on mental, verbal, visual, tactile and written approaches, all guided by each child's customised learning plan.  

  We can align sessions with the National Curriculum so that children are reinforcing what they cover in school, but the Mathnasium Method™ goes further, filling in the gaps that can accumulate over years of classroom learning and helping children understand the reasoning behind the maths. 

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

  We work with children of all skill levels and in Worcester, where grammar and independent school places are highly competitive, a good number of the families we see are focused on getting ahead rather than catching up. 

  For children who are at level or ahead in maths, we extend their learning beyond the school curriculum, develop deeper problem-solving skills and prepare them for the rigour of grammar school entrance exams or selective independent school assessments.  

  For children who are struggling, we start from a point of confidence, building on what they already know, closing gaps carefully, and making sure new topics land properly before moving on. 

• Do you prepare children for the 11+?

  Yes! Mathnasium of Worcester supports pupils preparing for the 11+ entrance exams for grammar and independent schools in Worcestershire and the surrounding area. Worcester has selective grammar schools and well-regarded independent options, and the maths and numerical reasoning components of these exams require systematic, well-grounded preparation. 

  We recommend beginning 11+ preparation in Year 4 or early Year 5, allowing enough time to address any knowledge gaps and build confident, consistent performance across the full range of question types.

• Do you offer GCSEs maths tutoring?

  Yes! Our instructors work with Year 10 and Year 11 pupils on a personalised GCSE preparation plan tailored to their current grade, target, and the specific topics they need to focus on.  

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

  Worcester children often come to us when mock results highlight a gap, or when they want to be well ahead of the curve before Year 10 begins. Either way, we build a plan around what they actually need.

• Do you prepare children for SATs®?

  Yes. We support Year 6 children preparing for their KS2 SATs® maths papers, working across both the Arithmetic and Reasoning papers with a personalised plan focused on each child's specific areas of difficulty. That targeted approach means children are not spending time on topics they have already mastered. Every session counts. 

  We also support Year 4 children ahead of the Multiplication Tables Check and Year 2 children working towards their KS1 teacher assessments. 

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

  Mathnasium of Worcester operates on a flat monthly membership fee. The number of sessions we recommend per week will depend on your child's personalised learning plan. Most children attend two to three times a week, with some adjusting frequency ahead of key exams. 

  For current pricing, contact us at [email protected] or call 0190 5915 461. 

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

  Use the Contact Us button on this page or email [email protected] to get in touch. We will arrange a diagnostic assessment at a convenient time; this is the first step and it gives us the full picture of where your child is in their maths before we build their personalised learning plan. 

  After the assessment, we will go through the results with you, explain what we have put together for your child, and answer any questions before sessions begin.