FAQ

• 1. Who is Think Academy? Why choose Think Academy? What makes it so exceptional?
  Think Academy was established in the United States in 2019 in San Jose, California, and is part of the China Tomorrow Advancing Life Group (NYSE: TAL), a leading education and technology enterprise founded in 2003.
  
  Think Academy offers both online and in-person courses covering early mathematical thinking, K-12 in-school math, math competitions, science, SAT preparation, and more.
  
  Key Highlights:
  • Tailored Curriculum: We typically offer 2-4 course levels per grade, accommodating diverse learning styles. Progress and achievement tracking reports are available for continuous assessment.
  
  • Interactive Classes: Our dynamic approach makes learning fun with activities like show-and-share sessions, turbo-time games, and rewards such as coins and point cards to keep students engaged and motivated.
  
  • Long-Term Planning and Goal Orientation: Our courses go beyond individual subjects, forming part of a comprehensive plan to guide students toward success. With insights from across the U.S., we help students achieve school admissions, college goals, and awards, ensuring a clear path to long-term academic success.
• 2. What is the course content, and how is the curriculum designed?
  Our dedicated content development team conducts extensive research to create a curriculum that meets diverse learning needs and paces.
  
  Based on Common Core standards with localized adjustments, our curriculum incorporates materials from private school studies, ISEE, SSAT, and popular math competitions like Math Kangaroo and AMC 8/10/12.
  
  This ensures that students, whether transitioning from public to private schools or preparing for competitions, receive a comprehensive, customized learning experience.
• 3. Are Think Academy's classes specifically for competitions?
  Think Academy leverages its robust research and development capabilities and high teaching standards to support meaningful progress and improvement for children, whether they aim for competition success, in-school excellence, or school admissions.
  
  Our courses are thoughtfully designed to ignite a passion for mathematics and help students unlock their full potential. We provide comprehensive math programs tailored to various skill levels and objectives, ranging from foundational learning to advanced mastery.
  
  For students looking to build a strong mathematical foundation and prepare for advanced STEM studies, Think Academy offers long-term courses that expand their horizons, enhance their skills, and nurture a lifelong love for mathematics.
• 4. How are Think Academy teachers selected?
  Think Academy upholds the highest standards in the industry, with a rigorous teacher selection process that boasts a pass rate as low as 2%. Our teachers possess strong educational backgrounds in mathematics and education, with many having participated in math competitions themselves.
  
  To ensure consistent quality, all teachers collaborate on lesson preparation, using uniform teaching methods and materials. Weekly systematic training is conducted within a closed system, and teaching feedback is incorporated through joint discussions to continuously improve lesson delivery.
  
  Every teacher undergoes the same stringent selection process, which includes exams, a rigorous evaluation, and three rounds of training before teaching classes. While all adhere to uniform teaching standards and content, each teacher brings their unique teaching style to the classroom, ensuring an engaging and personalized learning experience.
• 5. How can I sign up for Think Academy long-term classes?
  To find the most suitable track for your child, a free math evaluation is required. We offer both online and in-person evaluation tests for students to complete independently. Afterward, our teacher will provide personalized feedback and recommend the appropriate class level. Your child’s evaluation can be completed online or in person at one of our campuses. Visit our website to schedule your appointment today!
• 6. What services are included in the tuition?
  • Flexible rescheduling and transfer options
  • Online access to long-term class video playback for in-person students
  • Stage assessments and periodic study reports
  • One-click refund policy
• 7. Do you offer in-person classes? In which U.S. cities can I find Think Academy?
  Yes, in addition to online classes, Think Academy provides in-person classes at four campuses in the U.S. Select a campus near you from the "Campuses" menu in the navigation bar to learn more about the programs offered and schedule an evaluation today!
  
  [California]
  • Cupertino Campus: 1081 S De Anza Blvd, San Jose, CA 95129
  • Los Altos Campus: 4984 W El Camino Real, Suite 115, Los Altos, CA 94022
  • Irvine Campus: 770 Roosevelt, Irvine, CA 92620
  
  [Washington]
  • Bellevue Campus: 12729 Northup Way, Suite 10, Bellevue, WA 98005