Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What makes your Simplicity Counts™ Math Program different from other programs?
The Simplicity Counts™ Math is a life-coaching program that utilizes math as a modality to change the trajectory of children’s lives, especially those who are highly anxious.
Coached personally by Pearlynne Leong, Founder of Pro Math Coach, this Simplicity Counts™ math program is NOT a talk therapy, but a DOING program, to help the anxious individual overcome their fears over math.
Basically, the more the individual does (with the right techniques), the better and more confident they become, hence replacing any negative thoughts they may have once had about themselves.
It includes three main features you won't find anywhere else.
1. The Simplicity Counts™ Math Program is currently delivered on a Premium 1-on-1 basis. As your private teacher, math coaching expert, and personal life coach, you are simply getting the very BEST in all aspects.
With me, you get UNDIVIDED attention while getting coached to acquire powerful math skills to overcome many math obstacles.
Each session is concisely and strategically structured to deliver the most impactful and outstanding math results for individuals.
Individuals will experience a life-changing transformation with a brighter outlook of math along with increased confidence and self-esteem. This changes the trajectory of their lives and their academic future, doors can finally open to education, career goals, and dreams, once thought impossible.
2. The Simplicity Counts™ Math Program is a combination of Singapore (the Highest Standard in the World) and North American pedagogy found nowhere else in the world.
These math techniques have been proven over the years to deliver consistent, powerful and long-lasting results as seen in many of my past students.
3. The Simplicity Counts™ Math Program is the ONLY math program out there that has successfully proven to help individuals catch up with math grade level and potentially exceed the class average within 4 to 12 months* (results vary individually).
The unique three-phrase math coaching process cultivates a growth mindset, a rock solid math foundation and insurmountable confidence with math. These results are transformative, spilling over to other aspects of growth, life and self-esteem.
Q. What makes Simplicity Counts™ Math Program effective?
The Simplicity Counts™ math and life coaching program consists of precise teaching methodologies that are designed specifically to expand individuals’ neuroplasticity (the changing of brain development), build confidence, and equip individuals with strong fundamental mathematical skills and problem-solving strategies.
While acquiring powerful tools, individuals will learn to remain calm when navigating through various mathematical scenarios.
Under my personal guidance and supervision, and along with combined efforts, individuals will see personal growth, confidence and self-esteem increase significantly.
Individuals struggling with math start a clean slate with me.
The Simplicity Counts™ Math Program comprises of three phases.
Phase 1 Focuses on removing fears, anxieties and poorly developed math habits that hindered their previous growth and development.
Phase 2 Focuses on increasing mathematical tools, reinforcing proper mathematical techniques, and building a stronger math framework and foundation.
Phase 3 Focuses on gaining confidence, proficiency and problem-solving independently. Accelerated growth is seen the most in this phase.
What Makes Pro Math Coach Different?
Q. Who is this program suitable for?
The Simplicity Counts™ Math Program is suitable:
(1) Those who have never taken tutoring and whose parents want their child to have a clean, strong, SOLID math foundation to start.
(2) Those who have fallen behind a few years with their math proficiency.
(3) Those who have been to several tutors and still have no results.
(4) Those who dislike and/or have been traumatized by math.
(5) Those who want to have a complete, brand-new start with math.
(6) Those who want to experience tapping into their fuller potential, changing their mindset from “I Can’t”, to “I CAN”, and transforming their lives around from inside-out.
Q. When can I see results?
The Simplicity Counts™ Math Program is designed to deliver Maximum Results in Minimum Time. Unlike any programs out there, parents can often see transformative results as early as the first two sessions, and it only gets better with time.
Pearlynne Leong has a proven prescribed formula for accelerating her students to deliver maximum results in minimum time.
This program is specifically designed to ride off a learning momentum. If your child has extra-curricular commitments and is unable to commit to the recommended program, please note your results will vary significantly.
Q. What are your credentials and background?
As the Founder of Pro Math Coach with over 30 years of math tutoring experience, I am the Creator of the Simplicity Counts™ Math program, a combination of Singapore Math (Highest Standard in the World) and North American teaching strategies, and an award-winning educator who personally coaches children to math success.
I am also a BC Professionally Certified K-12 Teacher, who graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Education and a Professional Teaching license from the BC Teacher Regulation Branch, Canada.
As a Math and Life Transformation Specialist, I am best known as being “The Last Resort” math tutor. In other words, I restore individuals’ confidence and mindset, and their math fundamentals, when other options have failed. I turn lives around, making impossible dreams, possible.
As part of my teacher certification, I uphold the Professional Standards of BC Educators outlined by the BC Teacher Council.
Professional Standards of BC Educators
Educators value the success of all students. Educators care for students and act in their best interests.
Educators act ethically and maintain the integrity, credibility and reputation of the profession.
Educators understand and apply knowledge of student growth and development.
Educators value the involvement and support of parents, guardians, families and communities in schools.
Educators implement effective planning, instruction, assessment and reporting practices to create respectful, inclusive environments for student learning and development.
Educators demonstrate a broad knowledge base and an understanding of areas they teach.
Furthermore, I am also a Certified Life Coach with the Certified Coaches Federation, where I use positive language to empower children their personal development and growth.
I am also the recipient of the Iconic Leaders in Education and Skill award from the All Ladies League Women Economic Forum. Read more.
Q. What’s the difference between a Math Coach and a Math tutor?
The difference between a Math Coach and a math tutor is the level of expertise - whether if he/she/they are able to produce PROVEN SOLID, CONSISTENT, REPLICABLE RESULTS within a certain span of time.
With a regular math tutor (university students or a certified teacher), parents often rely on the tutor to follow the textbook or may occasionally provide instructional materials for the tutor to teach their child. When the child hasn’t reached a level of independent proficiency, tutors often end up “doing” their child’s homework, making this a band-aid solution.
Whereas a Math Transformation Specialist and Life Coach like myself, I focus on the end results - and that is to deliver a strong powerful and confident individual who is no longer afraid of math. I transform mindsets, math abilities and work ethics all at once. I also provide ALL instructional 1-on-1 training materials and precise coaching techniques that turn individuals into a Mega Confident Math Rockstar! Read more here.
Q. Did I hear you can take my child who’s behind with math and level up in as little as 25 blocks (45 mins)?
Yes*, pretty much.
With my Simplicity Counts™ Math program, you will be saving years of unnecessary stress on yourself (or/and your child), as well as accumulated tutoring expenses from attempting various tutoring supports.
With me, a couple of coaching expert tweaks is what makes the biggest difference. You will be getting practically a brand new individual who enjoys learning math and could open doors to their future.
As a cherry on top, some individuals become so obsessed with math after, they even asked for more math! (see screenshot below).
*depending on age group, learning abilities and how far behind the child is.
Q. Do you offer in-person coaching?
In order to effectively serve a diverse clientele across British Columbia, Alberta and United States, I am most conveniently available to serve my clients online.
Q. How does your online coaching work?
Online coaching can be one of the most challenging things to pull off, and not all tutors are equipped or experienced enough to do so effectively.
To actively hold an individual’s attention, while directing and engaging learning, takes skills, experience and expertise, as well as a touch of personality. 😊
This task is often daunting for most tutors, and I am fortunate enough that my students often report, “What? It’s over already? That was fast”. I think this speaks volumes.
When students are actively engaged and immersed in the process of learning and experiencing hands-on math, they are excited and motivated to “beat” the last best they were, a minute ago.
As their math coach, I am there to hold their hand every step of the way and enable them to witness their personal power and transformation before their own eyes.
The high engagement level has taken me decades to master, which I’m sure my students appreciated it. Wouldn’t you? *wink* 😉
Q. What if my child prefers in-person over online coaching?
Given this generation, where most kids could sit for hours gaming, I believe most of them have adapted and are highly capable of online learning with me.
Of course, I am not for every child. First of all, your child has to be coachable for me to begin the process of influencing and help with laying the foundation for math mastery.
Hence, we usually begin with a “Meet and Greet” (aka assessment and strategic consultation) which you can book here). This is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and allow me to learn more about your child’s current standing with math and their background.
Q. Would the Simplicity Counts™ Math Program match up with the school curriculum?
Mathematics is an “international” language. The Simplicity Counts™ Math Program supports, enhances, and strengthens learning the Canadian or American Math curriculum in both private and public schools.
Individuals find math less stressful and enjoyable after participating in the Simplicity Counts™ Math Program.
Q. When is the best time to enroll?
If your child is in Grade 4 to 7 that’s the most efficient and cost effective time to enroll your child to coach with me.
All they need is the Silver-50 block package and they can comfortably integrate back into the classroom, along with their peers very quickly with no on-going tutoring necessary (optional).
Due to the compounding effects of math, older grades will require more coaching blocks to catch up and excel ahead. Please consult.
Q. Do you provide all math training materials?
Yes, I provide all math coaching and training materials at no additional cost to you.
Q. Will there be homework from your program?
All assigned homework is generally considered very reasonable.
They are independent practices that will solidify and accelerate your child’s learning after our session, thus allowing us to progress quickly at our next session.
If homework is not completed, desired results may not be attainable within a certain time frame.
To get the most from the program, individuals are highly encouraged to complete their assignments before our next scheduled session.
Q. What happens after the Simplicity Counts™ Math Program?
After successfully completing the Simplicity Counts™ math program with me, individuals would have had years of missing math gaps filled in, skills adequately caught up, and able to integrate comfortably into class-level math (or beyond).
Moving forward, parents generally have 3 options after your child’s coaching expedition:
Option 1 - Hire a math tutor (or yourself) to oversee light maintenance (highly recommended).
Option 2 - Have the classroom teacher take over instruction.
Option 3 - If you love what I do, and based on availability, you may secure a spot for your child to continue coaching with me and level up. However, I may reserve the rights to provide spots for individuals who need this math and life transformational service the most.
Q. If I am enrolling my child, how involved do parents need to be for this Simplicity Counts™ Math Program?
Generally, not much. The dynamics and relationship between a parent and a child are generally different and quite opposite, than one coming from a professional math coach and the student.
I found the more “hands-off” parents are with this math coaching process, the greater results they see in their child.
Usually, the parent’s role would be to ensure the child is not overly committed with extra-curricular activities, and that the child is in a well-balanced environment, and that their child is sufficiently rested.
There may be times if additional support is needed from parents to create better results for the child, I will communicate this ahead of time.
Q. Why do you offer packages only and not hourly rates?
At Pro Math Coach, your child isn’t receiving “tutoring by the hour.” They’re entering a proven guided transformation program designed to rebuild foundations, confidence, and mindset through the Simplicity Counts™ Math method.
True change doesn’t happen in scattered, one-off sessions. It requires structure, consistency and expertise to bring about the final result.
Packages allow me to:
Deliver measurable results within a defined timeframe
Follow a proven step-by-step system that works only with consistency
Coach your child’s confidence and habits, not just teach skills
Stay fully committed to your child’s growth and development
My expertise and the outcomes I deliver are best reflected in a complete coaching program, rather than an hourly rate.
When you commit to a package, you’re not just buying time -
you are investing in a life-changing transformation for your child.
Q. How are payments made?
All sessions in the Simplicity Counts™ math program are prepaid and billed via SquareUp. SquareUp accepts all major credit cards.
Payment plans are available upon request. Please consult.
Q. What are your availabilities like?
My availabilities are Sundays, Tuesdays to Thursdays.
The Simplicity Counts™ math program is an accelerated and intensive program that rides off a learning momentum and a certain level of dedication and consistency is required from your child to achieve desirable results.
This program is built on the premise of integrating kids back into the classroom ASAP. Hence, sessions are generally conducted through spring and summer breaks (except winter Christmas break), and through public holidays/weekends.
Your child will need to dedicate time to this coaching endeavour and not be overly committed to excessive extra-curricular activities or travel plans, for our coaching expedition to work efficiently and effectively.
Should you have any questions, kindly raise them during our assessment and consultation appointment.
Q. Do you offer Drop-in / Emergency Sessions?
Yes, on a limited basis. Please call/text.
Q. Where are your sessions conducted?
All sessions are conducted via online Zoom. You will need a laptop / Desktop or a tablet, a sharp webcam, a clear mic (or headset), and a stable internet connection.
Q. Where are you located?
I am located in Metro Vancouver, BC and I am currently residing between Vancouver and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - visiting and chilling out with my favourite person in the world, my beloved handicapped aunt (Ah Yi). She is 72 years YOUNG, full of fun and laughter, and is currently residing in Malaysia. ❤️
Taking my handicapped aunt out to explore Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - something she’s never done before. 2025 ❤️ (right)
Pearl with her favourite person, Ah Yi at 4 years old (left).