GET THE BALL ROLLING
AND BECOME A
MATHSTAR!
Offering specialised Mathematics tutoring to grade 8 to 12 learners in Kimberley, South Africa.
Founder
Marion Carelse
Professional Math Tutor
I am a passionate and resourceful high school Mathematics teacher with 31 years of teaching experience. I have a B.ED Mathematics degree, which I obtained at Rhodes University. I have been a Marker and Senior Marker for the National Senior Certificate Examination for Mathematics Paper 2 for about 8 years. My matric results have always been of the best in the District / Province.
I was a Mathematics Head of Department for 10 years. During this time I explored different ways of improving the teaching and learning of Mathematics that would be beneficial for all the learners with diverse backgrounds. I was chosen to be a Mentor Teacher for the Dinaledi Project. I assisted with the training of teachers to improve their teaching and assessment skills in Mathematics.
I was very fortunate to be part of a group of Mathematics Teachers to go to the United States of America for 3 months. This allowed me to interact with their educators and learners, familiarise myself with their teaching skills and explore the integral aspects of their education system. My expertise, specialised teaching methods and excellent resource materials, guarantees professionalism, commitment, flexibility and patience. Ultimately, the latter will enable any learner to overcome their challenges and insecurities with Mathematics.
About MathStar!
- Provide quality mathematics tutoring that supports and empowers learners to achieve success.
- Provide learner-centred tutoring, promoting self-esteem, confidence, independence, and active learner-engagement.
- Develop critical thinking and problem solving skills.
My vision is to provide a comprehensive and tailored mathematics tutoring program to all learners to ensure they see themselves as mathematically skilled. Ultimately, I want to develop a positive identity for a maths learner and enable them to make critical decisions based on mathematically sound principles in the real world.
Quality Mathematics Tutoring
Active Learner-Engagement
Confidence and Success-Orientated
I am committed to develop any learner who wants to gain necessary mathematical principles. I want each learner to succeed regardless of their personal insecurities and challenges.
- Excellent, fun, and engaging resources aligned with CAPS curriculum
- Professional Grade 8 – 12 Tutoring
- Professional Grade 8 – 12 Group Tutoring
- Professional Grade 8 – 12 Exam Preparation Sessions
Testimonials


Before joining MathStar, my daughter disliked maths. She preferred subjects that allowed her to think creatively, and she believed maths offered none of that. This internalised view showed in her primary school marks, which fluctuated each term but never rose above 65%.
When she started high school, I enrolled her at MathStar, hoping her attitude towards maths would change. And with Mrs Carelse, it did. My daughter fell in love with the way Mrs Carelse taught a subject she once thought had no creativity. Not only did Mrs Carelse ignite a passion for maths, but with that passion came excellent results. From Term 1 to Term 3, her average has been 72% which was a remarkable improvement that reflects both her growing confidence and the consistency of Mrs Carelse’s teaching. From the beginning of the year right through to the end, M has consistently achieved strong marks.
Today, after writing her final Grade 8 maths exam, my daughter couldn’t wait to tell me how she understood everything, all thanks to the clarity and care with which Mrs Carelse explains concepts. I am forever grateful to Mrs Carelse and MathStar, not only for ensuring my daughter succeeds in maths, but for transforming the way she sees the subject.
I encourage every parent to enrol their child at MathStar. Don’t wait until your child struggles, start at the beginning of the year to build confidence and keep them ahead like I did. Book your space now.
To MathStar, thank you for turning my child into a true maths star!
With love and appreciation
Bali Maeneche

There's great of improvement in Mosa maths work and results
I'm looking forward to year end results with no fear.


Marion really goes the extra mile for her students.





Attending just 1 quarter and her marks went up 2 levels.
Mrs Carelse has been very supportive and explains concepts very clearly. Her teaching skills has really helped improve our child attitude towards maths and we are really greatful. We are looking forward to future excellence.
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Well she wasn't only a teacher but more of a mom too... I will forever be greatful for the person I am today because of you... You even toughy me how to teach others and inspire them with your high quality of passion for math... May you stay awesome and change more lives
Mrs Carelse taught me from grade 10 to 11 and I must say she was the best teacher I EVER had. Mrs Carelse is very passionate about maths and it comes through in her teaching. Mrs Carelse is the BEST of the BEST. Mrs Carelse taught me at St Cyprians between 2015 to 2016.
An amazing math teacher. Mrs Caralse was my math teacher from gr 10-12, years 2019-2021. She always encouraged me to achieve greatness and reach my full potential. Outstanding work ethic and passion for teaching and mathematics. Without a doubt thee best math teacher
Mrs Carelse is an AMAZING maths teacher! She has always pushed me and encouraged me to reach my full potential and it shows in the marks I've obtained. She has not only been a great teacher but a mother too. The way she nurtures and cherishes each and every one of her students, is remarkable. I'll forever be grateful, thank you ma'am x
Choosing MathStar was the best decision i made in my matric year. Mrs Carelse helped me to become so confident in my math skills & knowledge by always being willing to re-explain anything I did not understand or working slowly and step by step through an extra few activities with me until I fully grasped the concept. & as a result my math mark constantly improved. Her teaching method and way of explaining is like no other. Mrs Carelse was also so encouraging and always motivating and inspiring before any big exam or test , her words genuinely helped a lot. My experience at MathStar is something I'll always cherish , it was a solid 11/10. I'll recommend Mathstar to anyone , whether you're genuinely struggling or just want to give your mark a boost , mathstar is the way to go!
I attended MathStar for a very short period of time, but the tutor at hand has proved to be very helpful! Mrs. Carelse explained the work that I and a few others had struggled with and made sure that we understood. She really tried her best to let us know that we are capable and are able to achieve our best. She offers not only the classes, but also provides notes and worksheets to help us improve as well. She is a hardworking and extremely charismatic woman that really does know her work! I thank her in return for helping me work on my weak points and strengthen my strong points. I would definitely recommend Mrs. Carelse.
Thank you MathStar! In only a couple of sessions my daughter's results improved dramatically, I have no words to explain our gratitude for the support during a very stressful time. I will recommend MathStar to all Math students, the tutor is excellent and qualified to do what she does. Hats off to her. You deserve 10 stars. Thank you.
My personal experience of being taught by Mrs Carelse was just WOW! Her way of teaching maths and explaining until every student in her class understood was what i liked most about her. So even if maths is not your favorite subject, I promise you'll fall inlove with maths when you get to be taught by her. I used to look forward to go to maths class because she made each and every topic so exciting,fun and easy to understand. She also made sure to encourage us, keep us motivated throughout the year and most importantly believing in us. So not only was she a brilliant teacher and a genuis when it comes to teaching maths but she was also a mother to us all. Thanks to her commitment and dedication my maths skills has improved significantly and i'm able to pass this on to my daughter. I highly recommend her. #CLASSOF2012
I had the honour and privilege of learning from one of the best teachers, who will undoubtedly always be a part of me. From grade 9 to grade 11, I attended Mrs. Carelse's mathematics class. The work ethic was simply outstanding. She was a mother as well as a teacher. She truly was the best of all time. She made mathematics meaningful and simple to grasp. She can make anyone grasp math because of her passion and dedication. She is very remarkable, and I wish her nothing but the best in the future.
Contact Me
POLICIES
GET THE BALL ROLLING
AND BECOME A
MATHSTAR!
Offering specialised Mathematics tutoring to grade 8 to 12 learners in Kimberley, South Africa.
Founder
Marion Carelse
Professional Math Tutor
I am a passionate and resourceful high school Mathematics teacher with 31 years of teaching experience. I have a B.ED Mathematics degree, which I obtained at Rhodes University. I have been a Marker and Senior Marker for the National Senior Certificate Examination for Mathematics Paper 2 for about 8 years. My matric results have always been of the best in the District / Province.
I was a Mathematics Head of Department for 10 years. During this time I explored different ways of improving the teaching and learning of Mathematics that would be beneficial for all the learners with diverse backgrounds. I was chosen to be a Mentor Teacher for the Dinaledi Project. I assisted with the training of teachers to improve their teaching and assessment skills in Mathematics.
I was very fortunate to be part of a group of Mathematics Teachers to go to the United States of America for 3 months. This allowed me to interact with their educators and learners, familiarise myself with their teaching skills and explore the integral aspects of their education system. My expertise, specialised teaching methods and excellent resource materials, guarantees professionalism, commitment, flexibility and patience. Ultimately, the latter will enable any learner to overcome their challenges and insecurities with Mathematics.
About MathStar!
- Provide quality mathematics tutoring that supports and empowers learners to achieve success.
- Provide learner-centred tutoring, promoting self-esteem, confidence, independence, and active learner-engagement.
- Develop critical thinking and problem solving skills.
My vision is to provide a comprehensive and tailored mathematics tutoring program to all learners to ensure they see themselves as mathematically skilled. Ultimately, I want to develop a positive identity for a maths learner and enable them to make critical decisions based on mathematically sound principles in the real world.
- Quality Mathematics Tutoring
- Active Learner-Engagement
- Confidence and Success-Orientated
I am committed to develop any learner who wants to gain necessary mathematical principles. I want each learner to succeed regardless of their personal insecurities and challenges.
- Excellent, fun, and engaging resources aligned with CAPS curriculum
- Professional Grade 8 – 12 Tutoring
- Professional Grade 8 – 12 Group Tutoring
- Professional Grade 8 – 12 Exam Preparation Sessions
Testimonials


Before joining MathStar, my daughter disliked maths. She preferred subjects that allowed her to think creatively, and she believed maths offered none of that. This internalised view showed in her primary school marks, which fluctuated each term but never rose above 65%.
When she started high school, I enrolled her at MathStar, hoping her attitude towards maths would change. And with Mrs Carelse, it did. My daughter fell in love with the way Mrs Carelse taught a subject she once thought had no creativity. Not only did Mrs Carelse ignite a passion for maths, but with that passion came excellent results. From Term 1 to Term 3, her average has been 72% which was a remarkable improvement that reflects both her growing confidence and the consistency of Mrs Carelse’s teaching. From the beginning of the year right through to the end, M has consistently achieved strong marks.
Today, after writing her final Grade 8 maths exam, my daughter couldn’t wait to tell me how she understood everything, all thanks to the clarity and care with which Mrs Carelse explains concepts. I am forever grateful to Mrs Carelse and MathStar, not only for ensuring my daughter succeeds in maths, but for transforming the way she sees the subject.
I encourage every parent to enrol their child at MathStar. Don’t wait until your child struggles, start at the beginning of the year to build confidence and keep them ahead like I did. Book your space now.
To MathStar, thank you for turning my child into a true maths star!
With love and appreciation
Bali Maeneche

There's great of improvement in Mosa maths work and results
I'm looking forward to year end results with no fear.


Marion really goes the extra mile for her students.





Attending just 1 quarter and her marks went up 2 levels.
Mrs Carelse has been very supportive and explains concepts very clearly. Her teaching skills has really helped improve our child attitude towards maths and we are really greatful. We are looking forward to future excellence.
Contact Me
POLICIES
GET THE BALL ROLLING AND BECOME A
MATHSTAR!
Offering specialised Mathematics tutoring to grade 8 to 12 learners in Kimberley, South Africa.
Founder
Marion Carelse
Professional Math Tutor
I am a passionate and resourceful high school Mathematics teacher with 31 years of teaching experience. I have a B.ED Mathematics degree, which I obtained at Rhodes University. I have been a Marker and Senior Marker for the National Senior Certificate Examination for Mathematics Paper 2 for about 8 years. My matric results have always been of the best in the District / Province.
I was a Mathematics Head of Department for 10 years. During this time I explored different ways of improving the teaching and learning of Mathematics that would be beneficial for all the learners with diverse backgrounds. I was chosen to be a Mentor Teacher for the Dinaledi Project. I assisted with the training of teachers to improve their teaching and assessment skills in Mathematics.
I was very fortunate to be part of a group of Mathematics Teachers to go to the United States of America for 3 months. This allowed me to interact with their educators and learners, familiarise myself with their teaching skills and explore the integral aspects of their education system. My expertise, specialised teaching methods and excellent resource materials, guarantees professionalism, commitment, flexibility and patience. Ultimately, the latter will enable any learner to overcome their challenges and insecurities with Mathematics.
About MathStar!
- Provide quality mathematics tutoring that supports and empowers learners to achieve success.
- Provide learner-centred tutoring, promoting self-esteem, confidence, independence, and active learner-engagement.
- Develop critical thinking and problem solving skills.
My vision is to provide a comprehensive and tailored mathematics tutoring program to all learners to ensure they see themselves as mathematically skilled. Ultimately, I want to develop a positive identity for a maths learner and enable them to make critical decisions based on mathematically sound principles in the real world.
- Quality Mathematics Tutoring
- Active Learner-Engagement
Confidence and Success-Orientated
I am committed to develop any learner who wants to gain necessary mathematical principles. I want each learner to succeed regardless of their personal insecurities and challenges.
- Excellent, fun, and engaging resources aligned with CAPS curriculum
- Professional Grade 8 – 12 Tutoring
- Professional Grade 8 – 12 Group Tutoring
- Professional Grade 8 – 12 Exam Preparation Sessions
Testimonials


Before joining MathStar, my daughter disliked maths. She preferred subjects that allowed her to think creatively, and she believed maths offered none of that. This internalised view showed in her primary school marks, which fluctuated each term but never rose above 65%.
When she started high school, I enrolled her at MathStar, hoping her attitude towards maths would change. And with Mrs Carelse, it did. My daughter fell in love with the way Mrs Carelse taught a subject she once thought had no creativity. Not only did Mrs Carelse ignite a passion for maths, but with that passion came excellent results. From Term 1 to Term 3, her average has been 72% which was a remarkable improvement that reflects both her growing confidence and the consistency of Mrs Carelse’s teaching. From the beginning of the year right through to the end, M has consistently achieved strong marks.
Today, after writing her final Grade 8 maths exam, my daughter couldn’t wait to tell me how she understood everything, all thanks to the clarity and care with which Mrs Carelse explains concepts. I am forever grateful to Mrs Carelse and MathStar, not only for ensuring my daughter succeeds in maths, but for transforming the way she sees the subject.
I encourage every parent to enrol their child at MathStar. Don’t wait until your child struggles, start at the beginning of the year to build confidence and keep them ahead like I did. Book your space now.
To MathStar, thank you for turning my child into a true maths star!
With love and appreciation
Bali Maeneche

There's great of improvement in Mosa maths work and results
I'm looking forward to year end results with no fear.


Marion really goes the extra mile for her students.





Attending just 1 quarter and her marks went up 2 levels.
Mrs Carelse has been very supportive and explains concepts very clearly. Her teaching skills has really helped improve our child attitude towards maths and we are really greatful. We are looking forward to future excellence.
Well she wasn't only a teacher but more of a mom too... I will forever be greatful for the person I am today because of you... You even toughy me how to teach others and inspire them with your high quality of passion for math... May you stay awesome and change more lives
Mrs Carelse taught me from grade 10 to 11 and I must say she was the best teacher I EVER had. Mrs Carelse is very passionate about maths and it comes through in her teaching. Mrs Carelse is the BEST of the BEST. Mrs Carelse taught me at St Cyprians between 2015 to 2016.
An amazing math teacher. Mrs Caralse was my math teacher from gr 10-12, years 2019-2021. She always encouraged me to achieve greatness and reach my full potential. Outstanding work ethic and passion for teaching and mathematics. Without a doubt thee best math teacher
Mrs Carelse is an AMAZING maths teacher! She has always pushed me and encouraged me to reach my full potential and it shows in the marks I've obtained. She has not only been a great teacher but a mother too. The way she nurtures and cherishes each and every one of her students, is remarkable. I'll forever be grateful, thank you ma'am x
Choosing MathStar was the best decision i made in my matric year. Mrs Carelse helped me to become so confident in my math skills & knowledge by always being willing to re-explain anything I did not understand or working slowly and step by step through an extra few activities with me until I fully grasped the concept. & as a result my math mark constantly improved. Her teaching method and way of explaining is like no other. Mrs Carelse was also so encouraging and always motivating and inspiring before any big exam or test , her words genuinely helped a lot. My experience at MathStar is something I'll always cherish , it was a solid 11/10. I'll recommend Mathstar to anyone , whether you're genuinely struggling or just want to give your mark a boost , mathstar is the way to go!
I attended MathStar for a very short period of time, but the tutor at hand has proved to be very helpful! Mrs. Carelse explained the work that I and a few others had struggled with and made sure that we understood. She really tried her best to let us know that we are capable and are able to achieve our best. She offers not only the classes, but also provides notes and worksheets to help us improve as well. She is a hardworking and extremely charismatic woman that really does know her work! I thank her in return for helping me work on my weak points and strengthen my strong points. I would definitely recommend Mrs. Carelse.
Thank you MathStar! In only a couple of sessions my daughter's results improved dramatically, I have no words to explain our gratitude for the support during a very stressful time. I will recommend MathStar to all Math students, the tutor is excellent and qualified to do what she does. Hats off to her. You deserve 10 stars. Thank you.
My personal experience of being taught by Mrs Carelse was just WOW! Her way of teaching maths and explaining until every student in her class understood was what i liked most about her. So even if maths is not your favorite subject, I promise you'll fall inlove with maths when you get to be taught by her. I used to look forward to go to maths class because she made each and every topic so exciting,fun and easy to understand. She also made sure to encourage us, keep us motivated throughout the year and most importantly believing in us. So not only was she a brilliant teacher and a genuis when it comes to teaching maths but she was also a mother to us all. Thanks to her commitment and dedication my maths skills has improved significantly and i'm able to pass this on to my daughter. I highly recommend her. #CLASSOF2012
I had the honour and privilege of learning from one of the best teachers, who will undoubtedly always be a part of me. From grade 9 to grade 11, I attended Mrs. Carelse's mathematics class. The work ethic was simply outstanding. She was a mother as well as a teacher. She truly was the best of all time. She made mathematics meaningful and simple to grasp. She can make anyone grasp math because of her passion and dedication. She is very remarkable, and I wish her nothing but the best in the future.
Contact Me