Welcome to Metrowest School of Mathematics: A Place for Serious Math Instruction Your Children Will Love

We are an after school K-12 program located in the Framingham Historic District off the west-bound side of Worcester Road (Rt.9) and Edgell Rd. See the Map

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We are an affiliate of the Russian School of Mathematics, serving over 40 communities in the Metrowest area and beyond. Our mission is to build a solid classical math foundation for students of all levels and backgrounds, to develop strong logical thinking skills, and to nourish the appreciation of the beauty of mathematics. We supplement classical math instruction with elements of recreational mathematics incorporated into the every-day program. We offer regular puzzle contests for all ages (including for our parents!), and provide training for and access to key national and international math competitions. Read more about us, our programs, and our faculty, or see testimonials from our parents and students.

About Our Program

We offer math Instruction to K-12 students after school, on weekends, and during the summer. Our K-5 elementary school program meets once a week. In these two hours(1.5 hours for kindergarten) we solidify the students' school math skills expose them to concepts they rarely see in their regular programs, introducing algebra as early as in kindergarten and first grade! Early exposure to algebra and logic problems is proven to accelerate cognitive development. As we help our students build critical thinking skills and approach problem solving with confidence, they soon learn to love math rather than fear it.

The road to college starts in middle school. This is the time to lay a solid foundation in algebra and geometry, from which students can build the higher-level math skills sought by the best colleges. Children who start our program earliest get furthest ahead. Our 6th graders meet once a week for 3 hours, and 7th graders and up typically meet once or twice a week for 4 hours of algebra and geometry.

High school is the time to keep working towards college admissions. It is never too late to join, and improved GPA, SAT and AP scores will speak volumes about your child at college admissions time. The strong math and thinking skills gained at Metrowest will benefit your student though the college years.

Our Math Challenge classes, offered in spring and summer, are dedicated to solving unusual problems and special topics in mathematics not covered in our mainstream program. These classes foster "outside-the-box" mental flexibility useful in math competitions and in real-life creative problem solving.

In addition to our math program, we offer a variety of supplementary courses such as Chess, Creative Writing, and English SAT Preparation. See our complete Program description for all courses. Our summer school program offers six weeks of intensive exposure to a subject (double the usual hours per week) designed to reinforce the concepts learned in the previous year or introduce the concepts to be covered in the upcoming year.

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Math Programs

Mathematics for Grades K-12
MWSM offers top-quality instruction in mathematics for children in grades K-12. We accept children of all levels into our comprehensive multi-year program. >>> More

Math Challenge
Math Challenge is a 10-week class intended for advanced 5th-7th graders (select 4th graders may be allowed to participate on teacher recommendation).  This class provides an opportunity to cover a number of advanced topics for which there is usually no time in the mainstream curriculum.  In addition, the class covers a variety of logic problems and unusual problems requiring mental flexibility.  Teacher recommendation or a placement interview may be required to enter this class. >>> More

Johns Hopkins CTY (SAT) Preparation
MWSM offers preparation for the SAT test given annually as part of the admission criteria to the Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth (CTY). Students admitted to the CTY program have access to a variety of high-level academic and enrichment courses. Much of the preparation for JHU CTY already occurs within our standard program. Additionally, we offer Summer SAT preparation for those students who are considering applying to JHU CTY next January and want to strengthen their SAT skills without the stress of extra work during the school year >>> Summer classes and schedule. We also offer a series of workshops leading up to the January SAT test.
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SAT I and SATII Math Preparation
MWSM offers this intensive course to high school students. It includes complete preparation to the new SAT tests, including theory, problem-solving technique, extensive practice. Be prepared for great results!
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English Classes

SAT Verbal Preparation
This class will prepare students to tackle the Critical Reading and Writing sections of the new SAT. The course will also teach essay-writing techniques for the SAT and beyond. Students will write practice essays weekly.
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Creative Writing

The Creative Writing (for grades 3-5 and 6-9) gives students the opportunity to explore their own talents as writers, poets, and journalists. Students encounter a variety of writing techniques, genres, and styles. They will improve the mechanics of writing while enjoying the art of self-expression.

We serve Framingham, Natick, Ashland, Wayland, Sudbury, Maynard, Hudson, Marlborough, Southborough, Westborough, Boxborough, Worcester, Shrewsbury, and over two dozen other communities in Metrowest and beyond. Come and see the difference just a few hours a week of systematic and enjoyable instruction can make.

Have your child try one of our classes free of charge and experience the MWSM difference!

Our Summer Classes

Check out our Trigonometry Workshop, Math Challenge, Great Books, Creative Writing, and Chess Classes, as well as our Regular Math Program! See our Summer School Page for class descriptions and other details..

2010-11 FALL Enrollment

Enrollment for the 2010-2011 school year is now in progress. You can find information about the 2010-11 class schedules and tuition here. Did you know you can enroll online?

See Our 2009-10 Results

Congratulations to our students who participated in many national competitions, completed locally at MWSM, and qualified for the Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth (CTY) Program this year! See 2010 AMC-8 Winners
See 2010 MOEMS Winners
See 2010 JHU CTY Scholars
See Math Kangaroo Winners See MWSM Puzzle Winners