Thinkster Learning, Inc

Mission:

Our program mission is to provide Hyper Personalized High Impact Tutoring that flattens the educational bell curve.

Program Description:

Thinkster Math's high-impact tutoring solution for schools leverages advanced AI technology and expert human tutoring to deliver personalized, effective, and engaging math instruction. By focusing on deep conceptual understanding and continuous assessment, Thinkster ensures that students not only improve their math skills but also build confidence and reduce frustration. This comprehensive approach makes Thinkster an ideal partner for schools looking to enhance their math education programs.

Type of service
Tutoring Program,
Technology Platform,
Academic Intervention
Year Started
2014
Headquarter Location (City, State)
Kendall Park, NJ
States of Operation
Alabama,
Alaska,
Arizona,
Arkansas,
California,
Colorado,
Connecticut,
Delaware,
Florida,
Georgia,
Hawaii,
Idaho,
Illinois,
Indiana,
Iowa,
Kansas,
Kentucky,
Louisiana,
Maine,
Maryland,
Massachusetts,
Michigan,
Minnesota,
Mississippi,
Missouri,
Montana,
Nebraska,
Nevada,
New Hampshire,
New Jersey,
New Mexico,
New York,
North Carolina,
North Dakota,
Ohio,
Oklahoma,
Oregon,
Pennsylvania,
Rhode Island,
South Carolina,
South Dakota,
Tennessee,
Texas,
Utah,
Vermont,
Virginia,
Washington,
Washington DC,
West Virginia,
Wisconsin,
Wyoming,
Virtual
Operation Locations
We are a virtual tutoring company with students across all the states
Most recent number of students served
5,000
Subject Offered
Math
Grade Levels
Kindergarten,
1st Grade,
2nd Grade,
3rd Grade,
4th Grade,
5th Grade,
6th Grade,
7th Grade,
8th Grade,
9th Grade,
10th Grade,
11th Grade,
12th Grade
Languages Offered
English
Race/Ethnicity breakdown of tutors
American Indian or Alaska Native 2%, Asian 30%, Black or African American 10%, Hispanic or Latino 20%, and White 38%.
Setting
During School
Out of School
Delivery Mode
Blended
In-Person
Virtual
Tutor-Student Ratio
1:1,1:2, 1:3, 1:4, 1:5
Number of Sessions Per Week
6 weeks or less, 7-12 weeks, 13-20 weeks, 20-38 weeks, > 38 weeks
Number of Minutes Per Session
30 minutes or less, 30-45 minutes, 46-60 minutes
Number of Weeks Per Program
One day per week, Two days per week, Three days per week, Four days per week, Five days per week
Does your program engage with parents?
Yes
Family Engagement Description

To support scheduling, Sharing tutoring session content, Reporting attendance, Sharing academic progress, Accessing student information, Sharing at-home support suggestions, Family/Caregiver survey, Goal setting and monitoring progress toward goals, We personalize instruction based on parent/guardian inputs as well as provide a parent insights app that gives real time data on student engagement and progress.

Organization Type
For Profit
Customer Type
District, Nonprofit, Parent, School, Student
Cost to District/ School/ Non-Profit
$1,200-$1,499
Type of Tutor
Certified Teacher
Randomized controlled trial (RCT) study conducted?
Yes
RCT Citation
RCT effect size
97
Quasi-experimental (QED) study conducted?
No
Contact Name
Dinesh Gurupur

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