Math Problem Solving
Build the contest-math habit early.
Includes
Enroll in MPS 3 CIMCBebrasCNMLTIMOBBBHKIMO
2026–27 enrollment open · Made in Canada · Non-profit
Where ambitious learners reach their full potential.
Live small-class Math and English programs for Grades 3 to 12 — built for the young learners who want more than grade level. Real coaches, real challenges, real growth, alongside a community of peers raising each other higher.
- 4.9★ Google · 65+ reviews
- ~90% medal recognition
- 9–15 students per class
- IMO finalist alumnus
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2,500+ medals won See all winners → - 2,500+ medals won by CKSTEM students
- 100K+ database of practice questions
- 300+ skills to develop & track
- ~$400 of contest entries bundled per math course
Your journey
Two tracks. One pathway from Grade 3 forward.
Most CKSTEM students start in elementary and stay for 4+ years — building skill, depth, and ambition year over year. Math runs in lockstep with grade; English builds reading and writing in three levels alongside.
Math
MPS 3Gr 3
MPS 4Gr 4
MPS 5Gr 5
MSE Advanced Middle School Track
MPS 6Gr 6
MPS 7Gr 7
MPS 8Gr 8
HS L1High School
HS L2Olympiad-ready
English
ELC 1Foundation
ELC 2Core
ELC 3Senior
Where this leads
- MPS
- CNML
- Junior Olympiads
- AMC
- COMC / AIME
- CMO / USAMO
- IMO
One CKSTEM student has already walked the full path. An IMO finalist alumnus — and we're building the pipeline for the next.
2026–27 classes
Pick your class.
Twelve weekly classes. Live instructors. 9–15 students per class. Every Math course bundles ~$400 of contest entries.
Math Problem Solving
Strong number sense + first contests.
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Enroll in MPS 4 CIMCBebrasCNMLTIMOBBBHKIMO
Math Problem Solving
Problem-solving foundations.
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Enroll in MPS 5 CIMCBebrasCNMLTIMOBBBHKIMO
Math Problem Solving
Step into national + global contests.
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Enroll in MPS 6 CIMCBebrasCNMLTIMOBBBHKIMO
Math Problem Solving
Algebra, geometry, combinatorics.
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Enroll in MPS 7 CIMCBebrasCNMLTIMOBBBHKIMO
Math Problem Solving
Olympiad-ready skills.
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Enroll in MPS 8 CIMCBebrasCNMLTIMOBBBHKIMO
Math Middle School Advanced
Advanced parallel track — proofs + olympiad depth.
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Enroll in MSE CIMCBebrasCNMLTIMOBBBHKIMO
Level 1
High school problem solving — entrance test.
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Enroll in MHS L1 CIMCBebrasCNMLTIMOBBBHKIMO
Level 2
Olympiad track — CMO/USAMO → IMO.
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Enroll in MHS L2 CIMCBebrasCNMLTIMOBBBHKIMO
English Language & Communication 1
Reading, writing, comprehension.
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Enroll in ELC 1 CIWCCIPC
English Language & Communication 2
Persuasive writing + critical reading.
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Enroll in ELC 2 CIWCCIPC
English Language & Communication 3
Senior writing + competition-grade craft.
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Enroll in ELC 3 CIWCCIPC
CKSTEM Curriculum
Built for student success.
We benchmarked the Ontario, BC, and Alberta math curricula against TIMO, HKIMO, AMC and CMO past papers, then built a curriculum that covers both. School marks go up. Contest medals follow.
Advanced parallel track
Middle School Explorer (MSE)
MSE is the advanced parallel track for grades 6–8 students who want olympiad-grade depth — proofs, combinatorics, number theory, and contest preparation reaching toward CMO, USAMO, and IMO. Designed to maximize exploration and minimize repetition.
MSE is selective. Download the entrance test, write detailed solutions to whatever you can solve, and email your PDF to info@ckstem.org by July 31. We're evaluating reasoning, not answer count.
Senior pathway
High School (MHS L1 & L2)
The senior courses cover AMC 10/12, CEMC contests, COMC, and CMO preparation. Taught by Cerasela Tesleanu, a seasoned educator who has coached hundreds of students through academic aspirations. Entrance tests assess readiness — write detailed solutions to demonstrate your reasoning.
What makes CKSTEM
Why families choose CKSTEM — and stay for years.
We bundle the contests
Every Math course bundles ~$400 of global contest entries — so families never pay separately for the proof of growth.
- TIMO Heat & Final — fees waived for every CKSTEM math student.
- HKIMO Heat — fees waived; top performers go to the global final.
- Bebras, BBB, CNML — bundled and proctored in class where possible.
Most after-school math programs don't bundle contests at all.
Live classes, real instructors
Not a recorded course. Not 1:1 tutoring at private-tutor prices. Not an AI app. Real coaches who know your child's name by week 2.
- 9–15 students per class — small enough for individual feedback every week.
- 75–90 minute live sessions, weekly, with a named instructor.
- Parents looped in — we text when a child misses class, and again when we see the breakthrough.
Live, accountable, and small enough that no one hides in the back row.
Curriculum benchmarked across boards
One curriculum that lifts both school marks and contest medals — built by people who write the contests themselves.
- Provincial coverage — Ontario, BC, and Alberta math expectations all addressed.
- Olympiad alignment — TIMO, HKIMO, AMC, and CMO past papers feed the practice bank.
- 100K+ practice questions across 300+ tracked skills, leveled and adaptive.
School marks go up. Contest medals follow. Same curriculum.
What families say
Learn.Compete.Win.
Parents enroll for the curriculum. They stay because their child learns to face hard things, win on real stages, and treat setbacks as data — not defeat.
★★★★★
I discovered CKStem when I was looking for math enrichment for my then 4 year old math-loving son. He is now 6 and has competed in three of the Canadian Innovation Math Competitions as well as some international competitions that were proctored by Yogesh and his team. These have…
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Course pricing
Two subjects, three ways to pay.
One annual price per subject. Pay it in 1, 2, or 4 installments. Early-bird + family discounts stack on every plan.
Math
$2,000/yearIncludes ~$400 of contest entries
1 payment $2,000 Save $200
2 payments $1,050 × 2
4 payments $550 × 4
Math Problem Solving, Math Wizards, contest-prep tracks. Includes ~$400 of global contest entries.
Enroll in Math →English
$1,200/yearReading + writing + CIWC entries
1 payment $1,200 Save $200
2 payments $650 × 2
4 payments $350 × 4
Reading, writing, critical thinking, and contest-aligned creative writing.
Enroll in English →Stackable discounts
Two discounts, applied to every plan.
Early Bird
Discount drops at midnight on each tier date — lock in today's rate before it expires.
- 20% off until Jun 30 Active · 52 days left
- 15% off until Jul 31
- 10% off until Aug 31
Rate drops from 20% off to 15% off at midnight on Jun 30. Enroll now to lock it in.
Family Discount
More students from the same household save more.
- 5% off 2 or more courses
Sibling rates and bursaries available — talk to us in confidence.
Frequently asked questions
Pick a topic. Get a real answer.
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Math What are the goals of the Math Problem Solving courses?
Math Problem Solving courses focus on learning and applying problem-solving skills through engaging, contest-grade math problems. The courses encourage competitive thinking and effective communication. Our students consistently perform well over Canadian averages in national and international contests. All math courses include ~$400 of bundled contest entries: TIMO, HKIMO, Bebras, BBB, and the CNML.
Math Are the classes online or in-person?
All classes are conducted live online via Zoom — not recorded videos. This lets us serve students across Canada and internationally while maintaining small class sizes.
Math Do you take students outside Canada?
Yes. The Canadian Innovation Contests (CIC) are primarily for Canadian students, but international students are welcome in the courses and global olympiads.
Math How much time do I need for assignments?
Approximately 1–2 hours per week outside of class. The workload reinforces concepts without overwhelming students.
Math Can I attend a course higher or lower than my school grade?
Yes. Grades serve as a baseline, but we recognize that students develop at different paces. The expectation is that reasoning and problem-solving align with the class.
Math How many students are in a class?
9–15 students per class — small enough for individual attention every week.
Math What contests are included with a math course?
Bebras Computing: $20 fee waived for CKSTEM students.
TIMO (Thailand International Math Olympiad): $40 Heat Round fee waived.
BBB (Big Brains Battle): contest fees waived.
HKIMO (Hong Kong International Math Olympiad): contest fees waived.
CNML (Canadian National Math League): included for grades 6–8 in Feb and grades 3–5 in Apr.
TIMO (Thailand International Math Olympiad): $40 Heat Round fee waived.
BBB (Big Brains Battle): contest fees waived.
HKIMO (Hong Kong International Math Olympiad): contest fees waived.
CNML (Canadian National Math League): included for grades 6–8 in Feb and grades 3–5 in Apr.
Math How did CKSTEM students perform?
Our students consistently perform well above Canadian averages. Roughly 90% of our students earn a medal or recognition in at least one of the contests they participate in. One CKSTEM student has won a medal in the prestigious Canadian Math Olympiad (CMO). We are now setting our sights on the International Math Olympiad.
Math Do you support families with financial constraints?
CKSTEM is a non-profit organization. We are committed to keeping the Canadian Innovation Contests (CIC) free for all students. For courses, no student should miss the opportunity due to financial constraints. Please contact us in confidence — we provide bursaries based on family financial situation.
English What does the English Language & Communication (ELC) program cover?
ELC builds reading comprehension, writing craft, vocabulary, grammar mechanics, and critical thinking. We work on personal essays, persuasive writing, narrative craft, and contest-aligned creative writing leading toward the Canadian Innovation Writing Contest (CIWC).
English How do ELC 1, 2, and 3 differ?
ELC 1 is the foundation level — reading fluency, paragraph craft, vocabulary building. ELC 2 is the core level — multi-paragraph essays, persuasive writing, critical reading. ELC 3 is the senior level — competition-grade writing craft, advanced rhetoric, and CIWC preparation. Placement is by readiness, not strictly by grade.
English Can I attend the course if I am in a lower or higher grade?
Yes. Age is just a number. While the levels serve as a baseline, we recognize that all students develop at different paces. The expectation is that the reasoning skills, ability to comprehend passages, and communication skills align with other students in the class.
English How many students are in a class?
9–15 students per class — small enough that every student gets individual feedback on their writing every week.
English What does the weekly workload look like?
Live 75-minute weekly class plus approximately 1–2 hours of homework — typically a writing draft or a structured reading task. Instructors give written feedback on each piece.
English Will my child compete in writing contests?
Yes. ELC students enter the Canadian Innovation Writing Contest (CIWC), which CKSTEM designs and runs. ELC 3 students are also coached for school-board writing contests where applicable.
Pricing How do the discounts work?
Two stackable discounts apply to every payment plan — the more you stack, the more you save.
Early Bird (date-tiered):
• 20% off — enroll by Jun 30, 2026
• 15% off — enroll by Jul 31, 2026
• 10% off — enroll by Aug 31, 2026
Family Discount (stacks on top of Early Bird):
• 5% off — household enrolls in 2 or more courses
Sibling rates and bursaries available — contact us in confidence.
Early Bird (date-tiered):
• 20% off — enroll by Jun 30, 2026
• 15% off — enroll by Jul 31, 2026
• 10% off — enroll by Aug 31, 2026
Family Discount (stacks on top of Early Bird):
• 5% off — household enrolls in 2 or more courses
Sibling rates and bursaries available — contact us in confidence.
Pricing Can I negotiate the course fees?
Our pricing is set once, in public, for everyone. CKSTEM is a non-profit; the fees fund instructor pay, contest entries, and platform costs — not margin. Use the Early Bird and Family Discount stack above instead of one-off negotiation, so every family gets the same deal.
If finances are a barrier, that's a different conversation and we want to have it. Email us in confidence — we offer bursaries and have never turned away a student who genuinely needed help.
If finances are a barrier, that's a different conversation and we want to have it. Email us in confidence — we offer bursaries and have never turned away a student who genuinely needed help.
Pricing When are the payments due?
1 Payment Plan: Before classes begin in Sep 2026.
2 Payment Plan:
• First payment — before classes begin in Sep 2026
• Second payment — before 31 Jan 2027
4 Payment Plan:
• First payment — before classes begin in Sep 2026
• Second payment — before 18 Nov 2026
• Third payment — before 31 Jan 2027
• Fourth payment — before 13 Apr 2027
2 Payment Plan:
• First payment — before classes begin in Sep 2026
• Second payment — before 31 Jan 2027
4 Payment Plan:
• First payment — before classes begin in Sep 2026
• Second payment — before 18 Nov 2026
• Third payment — before 31 Jan 2027
• Fourth payment — before 13 Apr 2027
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