Summer Math Tutoring and Enrichment in San Jose
MathTowne’s Summer Math Enrichment program helps students strengthen important math skills, preview upcoming topics, and build confidence before school starts.
This is an in person small group math tutoring program for students who want structure, practice, and support over the summer without the pressure of completing a full credit course.
Classes are taught in small groups of 3 to 5 students, so students get the benefit of classroom interaction while still receiving individual attention.
Our summer math groups are designed for students preparing for:
- Pre Algebra
- Algebra 1
- Integrated Math 1
- Integrated Math 2
- Algebra 2
- Integrated Math 3/ STEM
- Pre Calculus / AP PreCalc
- AP Calculus AB
This program is a good fit for families looking for summer math tutoring in San Jose, Campbell, West San Jose, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Cambrian, Willow Glen, and nearby areas.
Summer courses offered
Choose the course based on the student’s current math level, target course, school requirement, and summer timeline.
Pre-Algebra Foundations
For students entering Pre-Algebra, Math 7, Math 8, or middle school math
Builds confidence with core math before school starts. Best for students who need stronger number sense, arithmetic fluency, and problem solving.
Algebra 1 / im 1 readiness
For students entering Algebra 1, Integrated Math 1, or first year high school math
Reviews key middle school math skills and previews the equations, functions, and graphing students will see in Algebra 1 or Integrated Math 1.
Integrated math 2 Readiness
For students entering IM 2 or needing stronger Algebra and Geometry foundations
Reviews Algebra 1 foundations and previews the Geometry and Integrated Math 2 topics that often appear early in the school year.
ALGEBRA 2 / IM 3 READINESS
For students entering Algebra 2 or Integrated Math 3
Reviews key Geometry and Algebra foundations and previews the functions, quadratics, and problem solving students will see in Algebra 2 or Integrated Math 3.
PRECALCULUS / AP Precac Preview
For students entering Precalculus or AP Precalculus
Reviews the Algebra 2 foundations and previews the functions, trigonometry, and problem solving students will see in Precalculus or AP Precalculus.
AP CALCULUS AB Preview
For students entering AP Calculus AB
Reviews the Precalculus foundations and previews the limits, derivatives, and problem solving students will see early in AP Calculus AB.
program overview
| DETAIL | INFORMATION |
|---|---|
| Class Size | 3 to 5 students |
| Instructor | Anh Towne or Jeff Chen |
| Format | In person small group class |
| Length and Frequency | 6 weeks, 2 classes per week |
| Class Time | 90 minutes per class |
| Homework | Light practice assigned between classes |
| Tuition | $900 per student |
Instructors and Parent Reviews
Anh Towne
Math Instructor
Anh has 15 years of teaching experience and specializes in helping students build strong foundations, improve problem solving skills, and gain confidence in math. She has also spent more than 10 years tutoring in the San Jose area, so she knows the local schools, math pathways, and curriculum well.
Anh received her B.S. in Applied Mathematics and M.S. in Statistics & Data Science from Cal Poly Pomona. She works with middle school and high school students across all math subjects.
Her teaching style is patient, structured, and supportive, with a strong focus on helping students understand the reasoning behind the math rather than simply memorizing steps.
Jeff Chen
Math & Physics Instructor
Jeff holds an M.S. degree in Statistics from UCI and a B.S. degree in Applied Mathematics (Honors Program) from UCLA. During his college years, he discovered his exceptional talent for tutoring and started teaching calculus and physics to his peers.
He served as the president of the De Anza College mathematics club, where he lectured on higher mathematics. With well over a decade of experience in education, Jeff has honed his craft, teaching test prep courses for various exams, such as the SAT, SAT Subject Tests, ACT, ISEE, SSAT, and AP.
He has taught students of all ages, from kindergarteners to graduate students. Jeff’s passions include pure mathematics, machine learning, and creating mathematical art using Topology and Monte Carlo methods.
Anh’s ability to explain complex concepts in a simple way allowed my son to quickly become several months ahead of his grade level.
– Manish, MathTowne parent
My son liked his tutor Jeff and thought each tutoring session was very helpfulJeff taught my son how to do the problems correctly and the tutoring sessions were very helpful.
– Kara, MathTowne parent
skills covered
Pre-Algebra Foundations
- Fractions, decimals, and percents
- Ratios and proportions
- Integer operations
- Order of operations
- Variables and expressions
- One step and two step equations
- Inequalities
- Coordinate plane
- Word problems
- Problem solving strategies
Best For:
Students who are entering Pre Algebra, Math 7, Math 8, or students who need a stronger foundation before Algebra or Integrated Math.
Algebra 1 / im 1 readiness
- Solving equations
- Solving inequalities
- Linear functions
- Slope and graphing
- Function notation
- Systems of equations
- Exponent rules
- Radicals
- Intro to quadratics
- Factoring basics
- Data and word problems
- Multi step problem solving
Best For:
Students entering Algebra 1, Integrated Math 1, or students preparing for the transition into high school math.
integrated math 2 Readiness
- Algebra review
- Quadratic basics
- Angle relationships
- Triangles & Similarity
- Pythagorean theorem
- Coordinate geometry
- Area and volume
- Intro to right triangle trigonometry
- Probability and word problems
Best For:
Students entering Geometry, Integrated Math 2, or students who want a stronger transition after Algebra 1 or IM 1.
ALGEBRA 2 / IM 3 READINESS
- Function review
- Graphing and transformations
- Polynomial operations
- Factoring basics
- Quadratic equations
- Rational expressions
- Radicals
- Complex numbers
- Exponential functions
- Logarithmic basics
Best For:
Students entering Algebra 2, Integrated Math 3, or students who want a stronger transition after Geometry or Integrated Math 2.
PRECALCULUS / AP Precac Preview
- Function transformations
- Polynomial functions
- Rational functions
- Exponential functions
- Logarithmic functions
- Trigonometric functions
- Unit circle
- Trig identities
- Inverse functions
- Analytical problem solving
Best For:
Students entering Precalculus, AP Precalculus, or students who want a stronger transition after Algebra 2 or Integrated Math 3.
AP CALCULUS AB Preview
- Polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions review
- Unit circle and trig review
- Limits and continuity
- Average rate of change
- Derivative basics
- Graph analysis
- Applications of differetiation
- Calculus word problems
- AP Exam practice questions
Best For:
Students entering AP Calculus AB or students who want stronger Precalculus foundations before calculus.
Local Schools and Math Pathways
Nearby schools do not all use the same math sequence. Some follow the integrated pathway, while others use the traditional Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2 pathway. The tables below show the published pathways or advanced math options at nearby schools so families can better understand where summer review or preview may help.
Integrated Pathway Schools
| School | Published math pathway or advanced options |
|---|---|
| Branham High School Branham Math Department | Branham starts with Integrated Math I, then Integrated Math II, then Integrated Math III or Integrated Math III STEM. After that, published upper level options include Pre-Calculus / Integrated Mathematics 4, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, Statistics, AP Statistics, and Senior Math Seminar. (Branham High School) |
| Leigh High School Leigh Math Sequence | Leigh’s published sequence chart shows IM1 → IM2 → IM3 / IM3 STEM → Pre-Calculus / IM4. Upper level options shown on the same page include Statistics, Senior Seminar, AP Statistics, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, and AP Computer Science A. (Leigh High School) |
| Prospect High School Prospect Math Department | Prospect publishes Integrated Math 1, Integrated Math 2, Integrated Math 3, and Integrated Math 3 STEM as its core integrated pathway. After IM3 or IM3 STEM, students can take Pre-Calculus or AP Pre-Calculus. Prospect also lists advanced options including Explorations in Data Science, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, and AP Statistics. (Prospect High School) |
| Westmont High School Westmont Math Department | Westmont publishes an integrated pathway of Integrated Math 1 → Integrated Math 2 → Integrated Math 3 or Integrated Math 3 STEM → Integrated Math 4 / Pre-Calculus. Upper level options include Statistics, AP Statistics, AP Calculus AB, and AP Calculus BC. (Westmont High School) |
| Del Mar High School Del Mar Mathematics Courses | Del Mar’s text version of the pathway shows IM1 → IM2 → IM3 or IM3 Honors+ → IM4 PreCalculus. Del Mar also lists upper level IB Math options, including IB Math AI SL, IB Math AA SL, IB Math AI HL, and IB Math AA HL instead of the same AP calculus sequence used at some nearby schools. (delmar.cuhsd.org) |
Traditional Pathway Schools
| School | Published math pathway or advanced options |
|---|---|
| Los Gatos High School LGHS Math Department | Los Gatos uses a traditional sequence rather than an integrated one. Its math department lists Algebra 1, Geometry, Geometry Enriched, Algebra 2, Algebra 2 Accelerated, PreCalculus, and PreCalculus Honors. Its Honors and AP page lists Honors Trigonometry / Pre-Calculus plus AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, and Statistics. (lghs.net) |
| Saratoga High School Saratoga Math Department | Saratoga also uses a traditional pathway with a school sequence chart and open-access course selection. Its placement documents explicitly reference movement into Algebra 2 or Algebra 2H, then Precalculus or Precalculus Honors, and then AP Calculus AB. Saratoga’s AP testing page shows that the school also offers AP Calculus BC and AP Statistics. (saratogahigh.org) |
| San José High School San José High Course Sequencing | San José High publishes a clear traditional sequence of Algebra 1 → Geometry → Algebra 2 → Pre-Calculus, with upper level options including IB Math HL1, IB Math SL, and IB Math HL2. This is the clearest school-specific published math sequence I found within SJUSD. (sjhs.sjusd.org) |
| Leland High School Leland Course Registration | Leland points families to the San José Unified high school course catalog and notes that not every district catalog course is offered on every campus. For upper level math, Leland’s summer enrichment page shows active summer materials for Precalculus Honors, AP Calculus AB, and AP Calculus BC, which suggests those courses are part of its current math offerings. (leland.sjusd.org) |
| Santa Teresa High School Santa Teresa Mathematics | Santa Teresa’s course catalog lists a traditional style lineup that includes Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Math Analysis, AP Precalculus, AP Statistics, AP Calculus AB, and AP Calculus BC. That makes it one of the nearby schools where students may move from Algebra and Geometry into a stronger precalculus and calculus track. (Santa Teresa High School) |
| Homestead High School Homestead Course Selection | Homestead’s published sequence starts with Algebra 1, then Geometry or Geometry Enriched, then Algebra 2 or Algebra 2 / Trigonometry. Twelfth grade options include Applications of Advanced Mathematics, Pre-Calculus, or Pre-Calculus Honors, with upper level pathways continuing into AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, and AP Statistics. (Homestead High School) |
MathTowne is not affiliated with these schools or districts.
These tables are included to help families understand common local math pathways. This summer program is designed for review, preview, and stronger readiness before the next school year. It is not a school credit course and does not replace a full year math class. Families should always confirm current course offerings and placement details directly with the student’s school
Why choose this program?
WHY SMALL GROUP TUTORING?
Small group tutoring gives students more support than a class and more interaction than independent review. With only 3 to 5 students, there is more room for questions, feedback, and guided practice.
WHY SUMMER math tutoring matters?
Math builds from one year to the next, so small gaps can become bigger problems in the fall. Summer tutoring helps students review important skills, stay fresh, and start the school year with more confidence.
WHO IS THIS summer course FOR?
This program is a good fit for students who need review, want a preview of next year’s math, or would benefit from extra practice before school starts.
WHO MAY NEED PRIVATE TUTORING?
Private tutoring may be better for students who are far behind, need one on one support, or need help with more advanced subjects such as AP Calculus BC, AP Statistics, or SAT Math.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this course count for school credit?
No. This is not a school credit course and it does not issue grades or transcripts. It is a summer enrichment and tutoring program, not a replacement for a full year class.
Does this replace a full year math course?
No. The goal is not to complete an entire course over the summer. The goal is to review key skills, preview upcoming material, and help students start the school year stronger.
Can this help my child skip IM1/IM2/PreCalculus?
No. MathTowne’s summer enrichment classes do not issue grades, transcripts, or school credit.
What happens if fewer than 3 students enroll?
A group requires at least 3 students to open. If a group does not meet the minimum, we may offer a different time, a smaller group option at adjusted pricing, or private tutoring.
How are students grouped?
Students are grouped based on grade level, current math background, and the class they are entering in the fall. We try to keep groups aligned so the instruction feels relevant and useful for everyone.
How do I know which group is right for my child?
We look at the student’s current math class, fall math class, grade level, school, and overall readiness before recommending a group. If a student is between levels, we place them where they are most likely to benefit and feel successful.
Do you offer Algebra 2, Precalculus, AP Calculus, or SAT Math in summer?
Those subjects are usually better handled through private tutoring or a custom small group, depending on the student’s level and goals.
Help your student start the school year stronger
Tell us your student’s current math class, fall math class, school, and summer availability. We’ll recommend the best summer group for review, preview, and stronger readiness before school starts.
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