Toronto's Premier Math Academy

Ad Astra
Math

Math to the Stars

Expert mathematics coaching for competitions and beyond. From AMC 8 to AIME, CEMC Gauss to Euclid — we help students discover the beauty of mathematics and reach their full potential.

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10+ Years of Excellence
AIME Qualifiers Coached
AMC 3rd Place Winners
CEMC Honour Roll Students
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PhD Mathematics
York University

About Us

Guided by a Passion for Mathematical Excellence

Ad Astra Math was founded by Dr. Daniel Deaconu, a Romanian-born mathematician with a lifelong dedication to mathematical education.

Dr. Deaconu studied at the University of Bucharest and earned his PhD in Set Theoretic Topology from York University in Toronto, under the supervision of Stephen Watson. He has taught Algebra and Mathematical Logic at York University and led the mathematics circle at the Fields Institute for Research in Mathematical Sciences.

Our core belief is that mathematics should be appreciated and loved as a tool for understanding the world. We emphasize strong fundamentals, creative problem solving, and early exposure to mathematical research.

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PhD — Set Theoretic Topology York University, Toronto · Supervised by Stephen Watson
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Fields Institute Math Circle Led the math circle at the Fields Institute, Toronto
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University Teaching Algebra & Mathematical Logic at York University

Mathematics should be appreciated and loved as a tool for understanding the world — and every student deserves the chance to discover that beauty.

— Dr. Daniel Deaconu, Founder

Programs

Courses for Every Level

From foundational problem-solving to elite competition preparation, our curriculum is designed to challenge and inspire.

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Beginner · up to Grade 8

AMC 8 & Gauss Prep

Introduction to mathematical competition thinking. Students develop number sense, pattern recognition, and foundational problem-solving strategies through engaging weekly challenges.

AMC 8 CEMC Gauss Number Sense Algebra Basics
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Intermediate · Grades 9–10

AMC 10 & CEMC

Comprehensive coverage of AMC 10 topics alongside CEMC contests (Pascal, Cayley, Fryer). Students tackle algebra, geometry, combinatorics, and number theory at a deeper level.

AMC 10 Pascal / Cayley Fryer CIMC
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Advanced · Grades 10–12

AMC 12 & Euclid

Elite preparation for AMC 12, CEMC Fermat & Euclid, COMC, and CSMC. Deep dives into advanced algebra, trigonometry, analytic geometry, and competition proof techniques.

AMC 12 Euclid COMC CSMC
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Elite · Invitation Only

AIME & Olympiad

Intensive coaching for AIME qualifiers and students aiming for national olympiad teams. Focus on proof writing, olympiad geometry, inequalities, and advanced combinatorics.

AIME CMO Olympiad Proofs USAMO Prep
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School Enrichment · Grades 3–12

A+ High School Mathematics

School-aligned enrichment that builds a rock-solid foundation in mathematics. Covers algebra, geometry, number theory, and counting from Grade 3 through Grade 12 — perfect for students who want to excel in class and beyond.

Grades 3–12 Algebra Geometry School Aligned
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Topic Courses

Core Mathematics Streams

Focused courses in the four pillars of competition mathematics, taught with rigour and creativity. Perfect as standalone enrichment or alongside competition prep programs.

Algebra Number Theory Combinatorics Geometry
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Summer Intensive

Math Summer Camp 2026

Three weeks of intensive problem solving with top teachers. 3 hours of instruction per day, August 10–29. Two streams available: Intermediate (AMC10 / CEMC) and Senior (AMC12 / Euclid / COMC).

Aug 4–22 3 hrs/day Small Groups 416-500-3757

Summer 2026

Math Summer Camp

Get ahead before school starts. August 10th – August 29th. 3 hours of teaching a day · Problem solving with top teachers · 3 full weeks

AMC10 CEMC Intermediate Camp 2026

Intermediate Stream

📅 August 10 – August 29, 2026

  • AMC 10 & CEMC contest preparation
  • 3 hours of instruction per day
  • 3 full weeks of intensive problem solving
  • Problem solving with top teachers
  • Grades 7 – 10 (AMC10 / CEMC focus)
Euclid AMC12 COMC Senior Camp 2026

Senior Stream

📅 August 10 – August 29, 2026

  • Euclid · AMC 12 · COMC preparation
  • 3 hours of instruction per day
  • 3 full weeks of intensive problem solving
  • Problem solving with top teachers
  • Grades 10 – 12 (COMC / AMC12 / Euclid focus)

To register call 416 – 500 – 3757

Student Achievements

Our Results Speak for Themselves

Ad Astra students consistently place on national and international honour rolls and qualify for elite invitational competitions.

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Kato Tapalaga
AIME 2024 — Certificate of Excellence
Qualified for the American Invitational Mathematics Competition · MAA AMC
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Vadym Shvydun
AMC 10 — 3rd Place, 2023
American Mathematics Competition 10 · Mathematical Association of America
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Vadym Shvydun
Pascal Contest — 2024 Student Champion
CEMC Pascal Contest · Regiopolis-Notre Dame C.H.S., Kingston, ON
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Stefan Chimet
Fermat 2024 — Honour Roll (Score 140–138)
CEMC Fermat Contest · Group IV · Marc Garneau C.I., North York
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Kato Tapalaga
Hypatia 2023 — Honour Roll (Score 37–36)
CEMC Hypatia Contest · Group III · Pickering H.S., Ajax
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Mark Deaconu
Euclid 2021 — Score 87 / 100
CEMC Euclid Contest · Q1–4: 39/40 · Q5–7: 30/30 · Q8–10: 18/30
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Kato Tapalaga
COMC — Top Qualifier
Canadian Open Mathematics Competition
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Stefan Chimet
COMC 2020 & Fryer 2022 Qualifier
Canadian Open Mathematics Competition · CEMC Fryer Contest

Competition Results Gallery

Vadym Shvydun — AMC10 3rd Place 2023
Vadym Shvydun · AMC10 3rd Place · 2023
Vadym Shvydun — Pascal Champion 2024
Vadym Shvydun · Pascal Champion · 2024
Stefan Chimet — Fermat Honour Roll 2024
Stefan Chimet · Fermat Honour Roll · 2024
Kato Tapalaga — Hypatia Honour Roll 2023
Kato Tapalaga · Hypatia Honour Roll · 2023
Mark Deaconu — Euclid 87/100 · 2021
Mark Deaconu · Euclid 87/100 · 2021
Stefan Chimet — Fryer 2022
Stefan Chimet · Fryer · 2022

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Ready to reach for the stars? Reach out to learn about programs, schedules, and enrolment.

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Location

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Summer Camp 2026

August 10 – August 29
Intermediate & Senior streams
Call to register: 416-500-3757

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