There’s probably someone just like that who attends EMS but there will also be a whole range of students who don’t fit the picture in your mind. Visitors are often surprised by the diversity within our student population: the range of interests they have, the variety of schools they come from and their differing personal qualities. There really is no such thing as a typical student.
We’ve created some student profiles with the aim of illustrating that anyone can enjoy and succeed in mathematics and that there is no single type of person who attends EMS. Just click on the pictures below to find read each profile and watch this space for further updates
Kerry Burnham is a graduate of the University of Exeter and an Advanced Skills Mathematics Teacher who has taught in the state sector since 1998.
Liam is responsible for academic progress and support. He is a Mathematics graduate of Warwick University and completed his PGCE at the University of Exeter.
Nicola joined the EMS Senior Leadership Team in January 2019.
Joe is responsible for the school’s pastoral system and residential provision.
Stuart joined the EMS teaching team in September 2016. A graduate of the University of Plymouth, Stuart has been teaching in the South West for over fifteen years.
Nick first worked with EMS when he was an undergraduate at the University of Exeter, supporting our students with their EMC projects. He then went on to join our Teaching Internship to get a taste of what teaching is all about.
Melanie joined the EMS team in September 2018, following her son’s successful completion of his A-level studies with us.
Will studied Maths at Cambridge University, specialising in Pure Mathematics such as Algebraic Topology.
Ed is the lead teacher for the Exeter Mathematics Certificate (EMC). Having gained a first class degree in Geophysics at Liverpool University, Ed went on to complete his PhD in Theoretical Physics.
Ekaete is joining EMS for a one-year development post during which she will conduct research to improve teaching and learning.
Cathy joined the EMS team in September 2020, just after her son had completed his studies with us!
Fiona joined EMS in January 2020, already well-versed in Maths Schools, having taught at King’s College London Maths School for two years.
Malcolm is the lead teacher for Physics. He joined the school in September 2015 having taught successfully in both comprehensive and selective schools.
An exceptionally experienced and highly regarded teacher, Claire is the lead teacher for mathematics. She joined us in 2015 from Exeter College, where she had taught successfully for the last 30 years.
Bill joined the accommodation team in September 2017 bringing with him over ten years experience in schools.
Charlotte has extensive experience working in a post-16 setting and is well aware of the issues that affect our students.
Since graduating with a drama degree from the University of Exeter, Shirin has worked with and for young people…
Having worked as a support worker for elderly residents, as a manager in the hospitality sector and as a youth support worker with children, Jade brings a wealth of experience to this role.
Grace’s role is based in accommodation and school where she offers SEND and pastoral support, helping students prepare for life beyond EMS.
Sophie is the key member of staff for the school’s teacher outreach activities, from physics NQT support to maths network meetings.
Susie works closely with external students, co-ordinating our student outreach programmes and admissions process.
Joining EMS in November 2020, Helen runs reception every Friday.
Jane has responsibility for the smooth running of exams at EMS as well as providing administrative support to the School’s Governing Board.
Tamsin is responsible for the day-to-day accounts of the School.
Tor is the friendly face you’ll first meet when visiting EMS.
Trevor is the Emeritus Professor of Applied Statistics at the University of Exeter.
Kerry Burnham is a graduate of the University of Exeter and an Advanced Skills Mathematics Teacher who has taught in the state sector since 1998.
Liam is a Mathematics graduate of Warwick University and completed his PGCE at the University of Exeter.
She is Director of College Operations at the College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences at the University of Exeter.
Dr Fujita is a senior lecturer in mathematics education at the Graduate School of Education, Exeter University.
Jennie has worked at Exeter College for 25 years, having started as a part time teacher, working with young people with additional needs.
Nathan’s current role is Programme Director in the Fraud & Financial Crime Prevention team.
Philip is a retired solicitor who spent many years working in local government.
Jenny Leach worked in finance before doing her PGCE in Secondary Business and IT Education.
Jenny is a community respiratory nurse, with 26 years experience in various roles from ED to ITU, surgery, acute medicine and ophthalmology.
Steve is the Chief Executive Officer for the South West Institute of Technology.
In February 2013, Anne retired following a successful career as a highly regarded, student-centred lecturer, tutor and senior leader.
Tim is the Innovation & Development Manager at ATASS Sports in Exeter.
Dave is a qualified accountant with 25 years commercial, finance and business experience across a range of sectors including engineering, business advisory and accounting, air transport and healthcare.
Pete is Professor of BioPhotonics and is the Associate Dean for Education in the College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences at the University of Exeter.