We aren't regular members here anymore now that they are in Winnetka since it's not as convenient…read morefor my kids, but occasionally I call for tutoring when my kids need extra help on a concept or want to review before a test. My 2 older kids had tests this week and asked me to book sessions with the House so i called and they were able to set my daughter up with Silas and my son up with Emmy at the exact times I wanted. That alone is a win! We've used many of their tutors (Kyle and Young to name a few) at this point and they've said great things about all of them. Silas and Emmy were no exception and helped them review for their math tests. I also received notes from each of them a few days later recapping how the session went, which is super helpful for a parent. When my kids attend New Trier at the Winnetka campus I could see us resuming our membership, but in the meantime it's a great option for sporadic tutoring.

This place is such a great concept for kids. It gives them the freedom they need to get their…read morehomework done and ask for help, have a safe place to hang out with friends, awesome tutors, and best of all my son looks forward to being there.

My math loving first grader used to beg me to go here wherever we would pass by it on our way to…read moreOnce Upon a Bagel. So last October thought I'd make his wish come true and took him and his big sis for an assessment. He thought it was super fun (again, loves math). Big sis thought the assessment itself was a bit torturous, but was all about coming back once she learned that you could win prizes for completed worksheets. Days after their initial assessment I chatted with Chris about their needs and the mathnasium program. I really wanted to sign up, but between their busy schedules, my crazy work schedule & having to schlep their little brother one more place I didn't think I'd be able to get them there enough to make the cost worth it (approximately $700/month total for the 2 of them). Six months later I found myself reaching out to Chris after being underwhelmed with their e-learning experiences during Covid-19. They had both come so far in math this year and didn't want them to lose these skills. While going to the mathnasium center cleary isn't an option right now they developed an online platform that I was interested in trying. Since it had been 6 months of learning Chris suggested a re-assessment. The platform itself seems to work just fine, although logging in multiple kids from the same family can be a bit tricky at first. It took me 20 min to get them set up, but then they got to work...and were done 1-1.5 hours later with their assessment. Chris followed up the next day with their scores and we chatted later that week in detail. I signed both kids up and while you have the flexibility to decide when they go during their open hours, I've picked consistent times on MWF afternoons for both kids. As of now they don't open until 12pm during the week so we've been doing 1:30pm appointments. It's fine, but mornings would be more ideal since we prefer to get our learning done earlier in the day...and play all afternoon. They've done a week of sessions now and seem to be enjoying it...even my daughter who doesn't love math. They really enjoy working with one of the tutors, Logan, and the majority of the morning in my house is now spent bickering on who is going to be the lucky one to work with Logan. Today they both scored big with Logan as their tutor- whoo hoo! My daughter can be especially particular when it comes to who her teacher is and Chris said he would put a note in her file that she prefers Logan, which was very appreciated. I'm really happy I signed them up and think it's just what both of them needed on top of the e-learning they are getting from the district. I can even send their homework to Chris and he makes sure the tutor works with her on it. I also think the online platform works well and would maybe even consider continuing this way post Covid-19 since it's one less ride (although how I do miss my carpool days!). The price is fine right now since my kids are going pretty often, but when life returns to normal I'd love to see them offer a punch card. I think it would be great to keep up with their math skills during the summer and beyond, but know more than once a week won't be possible once we're thrown back into our busy lives. I'd also love to see them come up with an online prize program to incentivize the kids (beyond working with Logan of course :)). They are apparently keeping track of worksheets to get physical prizes once the center reopens, but there's no reason they can't or shouldn't partner with a local business now for ice cream, donuts or anything else that gets those math minds working. Like everyone else they are just trying to figure out the virtual world so I imagine this will happen if they continue virtually for much longer. Overall, highly recommend for anyone who's looking to get their kids extra math practice or challenge them. Thanks to Chris, Logan & the rest of the mathnasium team for keeping my kids thinking during this crazy time.

Been vibing at Mathnasium for 5 years it's cool and it's good for math. I'm a child so I would knowread more

Ms. Marissa is absolutely incredible. I had the honor of working with her in the classroom and she…read moreis one of the best teachers I have ever known. Organization A+, Curriculum planning A+, Relationship building A+, Behavior management A+....she's a ROCK STAR of a teacher. Marissa has been tutoring one of my 6th grade students and the amount of growth in his reading comprehension and also grade level math has been absolutely magnificent. Book her now while she still has time. I would highly, highly recommend to anyone who is looking to help their child achieve higher academically.

From the owner: Tutoring business tailored towards Kindergarten-Eighth grade. Private or group sessions are…read moreavailable in-person or online!

The tutor did not even know that the essay was given to all Illinois SAT kids. I asked directly…read more because Barrington HS said it would be part of test. and yet they said not going to be part of SAT exam tho it was . 1 of the 3 hours new online exam this spring on 2024. My son score increased 50 points from PSAT not even close to 200 points they say the course would typically yield. I would not recommend this service for $500 for a 6 week course of 15 hours all online.

My daughter's ACT score improved significantly after signing up for Academic Tutoring. They have a…read morenumber of strategies that translate into higher scores and build confidence. The tutors bring a lot of energy and assistance, so by the time the test rolled around she developed more of a self-assurance than the earlier fret of test-taking. Great work!

I worked with Stefan on test prep; he was outstanding. The 1.5hr sessions FLEW BY!…read more Stefan is so fun and passionate about test taking strategies. He is so knowledgeable and is someone I wish I would have found earlier in my application journey. I am so grateful for his support! I loved having the whiteboard and he always sends the PDF of the notes that you cover in class. Stefan makes everything super easy to understand and very accessible. If you don't understand it, he will try to flip the concept on its head and reteach it to you. He is super patient! This has been my favorite test prep experience. I have tried it all - Manhattan Prep and other test prep companies. I only wish I found him sooner.

I highly recommend Stefan Maisnier for MBA admissions guidance. When our son decided to pursue his…read moreMBA on a tight timeline, Stefan quickly created a clear, strategic plan. He objectively evaluated our son's strengths and weaknesses, identified gaps--especially in quantitative skills--and worked closely with him to address those areas. Stefan's deep knowledge of admissions and test prep ensured our son targeted schools that fit his profile and goals, and he provided invaluable support throughout the process. Stefan's professionalism and expertise made a real difference for our family. My wife and I would recommend him to anyone seeking high-level, personalized admissions guidance and GMAT prep.

Chicago Academic has been a amazing for our family. We have three children who have worked with…read moretheir tutors. CA has brilliantly helped all of our children. My 7th grader works with an experienced, engaging executive functioning coach who has successfully improved his organizational and study skills. He's understands better how to study, plan and prepare. His teachers cannot believe how much better he is doing in class. These are the skills he will carry through high school. Our other son, a sophomore, is being helped in his AP Biology class by another brilliant tutor. The tutor is actually an M.D.! He is engaging, supportive and patient. Our son simply cannot wait for their meetings. Additionally, our oldest son, now at Duke University, completed CA's ACT test prep program two years ago. Their method and system are very well constructed. He worked extremely hard with his instructor and raised his score 6 points. I continue to be thoroughly impressed by CA's tutors, customer service and extremely professional staff. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a high end boutique tutoring service.

We have used Chicago Academic for 10 years. I have 4 children who all used their services. We have…read morehad tutors in every subject possible. We have had tutors come for an emergency paper at the last minute. They have arranged phone calls for when we had trouble and we out of town. Whatever we have needed they have exceeded our expectations of a tutoring company. My college aged son came home for break and needed to get some work done. He walked into Chicago Academics newest facility The House and was jealous that his brother had such an awesome place to do work and hang out. I would definitely recommend their services to anybody.

This is a great tutoring academy for children of all ages as well as adults going back to school…read moreand learning to do well on standardized exams. The owners and the teaching staff are so kind and amazing and super smart. Sarah at the front is friendly and nice. They are so supportive of your knowledge base and ability to score well on exams. The building is comfortable, modern, clean, and there are drinks and snacks. There are also three levels of classrooms. It feels like home and the owners and teachers make it especially nice as they are not only intelligent, but they are also caring and giving as people. There's a big parking area in the back as well as a pick up area in the front for space for many cars.

I really appreciate this place since my son was struggling with 6th grade math I was desperate so I…read morefound relief talking to the owner of the place she guided me and offered me a person to person tutoring my son is very confident in good grades are showing up

I've been working with Sara Denaro to help guide my son through the college application process,…read moreand I honestly don't know how I would have managed without her support. From building a smart college list to helping him brainstorm and polish his essays, she has been organized, encouraging, and incredibly knowledgeable every step of the way. My son feels more confident and less overwhelmed, and it's been a huge relief for me as a parent to know that he's in such capable hands. Sara has a great way of balancing honest feedback with positivity, and brings out my son's authentic voice in his writing--something I really appreciate. If you're looking for someone who is experienced, responsive, and genuinely invested in your child's success, I highly recommend Sara Denaro. This has been one of the best decisions I've made during the high school years!

Sara has been an incredible support for my four kids during the college application process. She…read morehas a unique ability to meet each kid where they are and provide personalized help in the areas they need most. All of my kids have talked about how easy it was to work with her and how much confidence they gained in navigating the process. As a parent, Sara's guidance has been an absolute godsend. Knowing she was there to help my kids every step of the way made the entire experience so much smoother and less stressful for all. I cannot recommend Sara enough to anyone looking for expert, compassionate help with college applications!

An update after my son has attended the Skokie Mathnasium location for last 2 years. He went from…read morea struggling math student in the lower level of his class, with MAP test scores in the 40th percentile, to near the top of his class with test scores above 85th percentile. He now does his math homework on his own without tears or ripping up of papers, and is a lot more confident in general in his academic abilities. We're very grateful for the support that Mathnasium has provided and highly recommend this center to any parent whose child is struggling with math.

Center was extremely flexible with schedule changes. My two boys have been at this center for 4…read moreyears and have grown and stayed ahead as a result. Absolutely recommend this center to kids who need extra support or enrichment!