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Case Study
P1-3MATHS
Overcoming Maths Anxiety
From Homework Stress to Independent Problem Solving in Three Months
Chloe, a Primary 3 student, was not struggling because she couldn't understand maths. She could usually complete her homework, but her basic calculation skills were not yet fully secure. Whenever the workload increased, she became anxious and sometimes even burst into tears. After being matched with a tutor through DokuTutor and receiving three months of personalised support, Chloe gradually strengthened her mathematical foundation and became confident enough to solve word problems and test questions independently.
P3
Mathematics
Now
Independent solving
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I'm afraid I'll get it wrong. Can you check it before I write the answer?
At first, Chloe's parents were concerned about more than just her maths results. What worried them most was the anxiety she had developed whenever she did her homework.
Her biggest challenge wasn't that she couldn't understand the questions—it was her fear of making mistakes. Even when she believed she had the correct answer, she would repeatedly ask someone nearby for confirmation before writing down her solution.
Completing the Work Doesn't Mean There Isn't Pressure
Over time, maths homework became a source of stress rather than an opportunity to learn. Her parents worried that if this continued, the pressure would only increase. They hoped to find a tutor who could not only strengthen Chloe's maths foundation but also help her develop greater confidence in learning.
Matching the Right Tutor Based on Her Learning Needs
After Chloe's parents shared her current maths level, homework performance, and emotional challenges with DokuTutor, we matched her with a tutor whose teaching style suited her needs.
During the first few lessons, the tutor identified the calculation concepts Chloe had not yet fully mastered and broke each problem down into smaller, more manageable steps.
When working on word problems, the tutor encouraged Chloe to identify the important information, understand what the question was asking, and then choose the appropriate method to solve it.
After three months
Chloe's calculation skills became much more secure. She no longer approached maths homework with the same anxiety and hesitation, and began completing her work independently instead of seeking reassurance after every step.
3 mo
Personalised tutoring
P3
Mathematics
Today, Chloe is able to rely on her own judgement to solve word problems and assessment questions with greater confidence. This transformation helped her realise that making mistakes is simply part of learning—and that she has the ability to work through problems on her own.
Building Confidence in Maths Starts with Understanding the Real Challenge
When primary school students struggle with maths, the problem is not always a lack of ability or motivation.
In many cases, the real challenge is an insecure foundation combined with a fear of making mistakes.
An insecure calculation foundation
Fear of getting the answer wrong
Relying on reassurance before writing
By identifying the source of the pressure and matching each student with a tutor who suits their learning needs, personality, and current ability, it is possible to strengthen both mathematical skills and learning confidence.
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Making mistakes is simply part of learning—and she has the ability to work through problems on her own.
To protect students' privacy, all names and certain personal details have been anonymised.
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