Middle School Math Program

In Math Project’s middle school program, students master arithmetic and begin to understand how and why numbers relate. This program introduces students to more abstract concepts: negative numbers, percentages, probabilities and decimals. Students are also introduced to complex word problems that require both logic and mathematical reasoning. Our middle school program provides students with enough drills to master thoroughly the facts needed to lay a foundation for high-school level math. Students who complete our middle school program are well prepared for highschool math, and ready to tackle competitive entrance exams.

Helping Our Students Build Foundational Skills in Middle School Math

Our teachers are trained to identify and address any learning gaps that the student may have if they join Math Project in middle school years. 

During the middle school years, the students solidify their grasp of mathematical operations by plenty of practice and no use of hand-held calculators. They also begin to do more complex word problems that require both logic and abstract mathematical reasoning. Our curriculum provides enough practice problems and drills to master thoroughly the facts needed to lay a foundation for high-school and university level math. We only allow usage of calculators once the students have mastered basic mathematical operations and mastered “lower-order skills”.

Students are introduced to algebra, which means they cannot memorize set answers and fill them in mechanically. Instead, they learn to analyze each problem, discover its central point, and then apply that knowledge to determine the solution. It trains students to not only think straight and memorize information, but also the ability to apply that information in a number of different situations. This develops “higher-order thinking” among students.

Helping Our Students Thrive and Advance in Middle School Math

Students who are mathematically inclined are introduced to additional math concepts that are not typically covered at school. These students are also motivated and trained to compete in national and international math contests, such as: Mathematica, Kangaroo, Gauss, Pascal, Euclid, Canadian Open Math Challenge (COMC), International Mathematical Olympiad and many other math contests. Such students may also qualify for Math Project’s ‘Enrichment Program Scholarship’ (please speak to our Program Manager for more details). Many of our Enrichment Program students pass IB / AP program entrance tests with flying colours.

K-8 Homework Club

While the students enrolled in Math Project’s middle school curriculum are typically much ahead of their peers at school and are able to do their schoolwork with little assistance, it is often the case that some students join the program late and parents want their school math to get immediate attention. In that case, we recommend our program, the K-8 Homework Club*, as a temporary solution to help them do well in school. This program can also be complemented with our regular middle school program to ensure long-term success, at a parents’ discretion.

Our K-8 Homework Club* ensures middle school students are confident and equipped to complete their school math homework. This program provides homework help on a one-on-one basis, enables students to stay ahead of school, and prepares them for school tests in advance. Our students perform with confidence and commonly ace math in school.

*This is a paid resource.