CTCMath vs Gather 'Round Homeschool

CTCMath is a hybrid math curriculum for kindergarten through Grade 12, with material ranging from early grades through Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus. It pairs video instruction with interactive practice and optional printable worksheets. The site lists more than 1,400 tutorials, generally 4–9 minutes long, with synchronized audio and animation. Practice questions and worksheets are automatically marked and recorded; printable worked solutions show the steps behind answers. Progress reports include lesson results, scores, pass dates, and time spent, while standard and comprehensive placement tests cover each topic in grades K–8. Lesson plans, assessments, and parent guidance are included. The service runs on web, iOS, and Android. Paid memberships are $39.90 a month for one student or $59.90 a month for more than one student. CTCMath presents the curriculum for parents, teachers, and homeschoolers.

Gather ’Round Homeschool is a Christian curriculum built around unit studies for families teaching multiple ages together, from kindergarten through high school. Units cover history, science, language arts, Bible, art, and other subjects; math is separate. Modular Math covers kindergarten through grade 9, while high school math is not yet available there. Student books range from Pre-Reader through High School, and daily lessons are described as open-and-go with no preparation required. The hybrid curriculum includes lesson plans and parent guidance. A free app for Android, iOS, and the web provides unit links, videos, downloadable book lists and planners, progress tracking, news, and community features. Academy options include live or on-demand teaching, independent enrollment with grading and reports, or combined teaching and enrollment; classes have 10 weeks of replay access. Free downloadable samples include full units, mini units, and other materials. The Academy is a homeschool support service, not an accredited school or school of record. Curriculum licenses are for individual family use; group arrangements require additional ownership or an agreement. Academy Insider costs $39 a month. Individual products vary, with examples from 18.00 USD digital and 15.00 USD printed.