Imagine a typical maths school student…
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 names below to read each profile and watch this space for further updates
Senior Leadership
Kerry Burnham
Headteacher
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 Cantle
Assistant Headteacher
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.
Henry Cummins
Business Manager
Henry joined EMS in February 2022 as Business Manager with extensive experience in business and financial management.
Joe Rowing
Deputy Headteacher
Joe is responsible for the school’s pastoral system and residential provision.
Teaching Staff
Stuart Allen
Teacher of Maths and Lead Teacher for UCAS
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 Dean
Teacher of Maths
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 Dennig
Lead teacher of Computer Science
Computing Hub Secondary Lead
Melanie joined the EMS team in September 2018, following her son’s successful completion of his A-level studies with us.
Aeran Fleming
Teacher of Maths
Aeran joined EMS in September 2021 for a two year development post. Prior to training to become a teacher, Aeran completed a Masters…
Will Halwyn
Teacher of Maths and Computer Science
Will studied Maths at Cambridge University, specialising in Pure Mathematics such as Algebraic Topology.
Ed Horncastle
Teacher of Physics and Lead Teacher of EMC
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.
Bethany Jones
Teacher of Maths
Bethany joined EMS in September 2021. She studied Mathematics and Plymouth University before being offered a scholarship from the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications to complete her teacher training…
Malcolm Simpson
Lead Teacher of Physics
Malcolm is the lead teacher for Physics after obtaining two degrees, one in maths and a Bsc in physics. He joined the school in September 2015 and has over 15 year experience in both comprehensive and selective schools.
Fiona Thomas
Teacher of Maths
Fiona joined EMS in January 2020, already well-versed in Maths Schools, having taught at King’s College London Maths School for two years.
Claire Willman
Lead Teacher of Mathematics
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.
Pastoral Staff
Sam Chidley-Bedford
Student Support Tutor
Sam brings with her a wide range of experience from various roles she has undertaken in her career.
Bill Hughes
Pastoral Accommodation Tutor
Bill joined the accommodation team in September 2017 bringing with him over ten years experience in schools.
Charlotte King
Student Support Tutor
Charlotte has extensive experience working in a post-16 setting and is well aware of the issues that affect our students.
Shirin Monks
Deputy Safeguarding Lead – Pastoral
Since graduating with a drama degree from the University of Exeter, Shirin has worked with and for young people…
Jade Prince
Pastoral Accommodation Tutor
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.
Devon Roper
Pastoral Accommodation Tutor
Devon joined the Boarding team in September 2022 after previously working as a Mentor for our Maths Circles.
Grace Strachan
Deputy Safeguarding Lead – Residential and SEND
Grace’s role is based in accommodation and school where she offers SEND and pastoral support, helping students prepare for life beyond EMS.
Support Staff
Louise Brind
School Administrator
Louise joined EMS in summer 2022 and works part-time in reception on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Sophie Brown
Director of Outreach
Sophie is the key member of staff for the school’s student and teacher outreach activities.
Jodie Greatorex
Outreach Administrator
Jodie joined the Outreach team in September 2022 bringing a wealth of administrative experience.
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Phil Hatchard
Outreach Administrator
Phil joined the Outreach and Admissions Team in August 2022, providing support for our outreach programmes and ensuring the application process runs smoothly.
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Dinah Lees
PA to the Headteacher and SLT Coordinator
Joining EMS in February 2022, Dinah is Kerry’s PA and provides admin support to the Senior Leadership Team.
Jane Lucas
Clerk to Governors
Jane provides administrative support and advice to our governors.
Tamsin Muir
Finance Officer
Tamsin is responsible for the day-to-day accounts of the School.
Jo Potts
Examinations Officer
Jo is responsible for the smooth running of examinations and also supports teachers with…
Toria Turner
School Administrator
Tor provides admin support on Thursday afternoons and is the friendly face in reception on Fridays.
Governor Profiles
Andy Bartin
Parent Governor
Andy Bartin was elected as a parent governor in September 2021.
Kerry Burnham
Headteacher/Governor
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.
Jeremy Child
Parent Governor
Jeremy Child was elected as a Parent Governor in September 2022.
Richard Church
Governor
Richard is part of the Senior Leadership Team at Exeter College as Chief Financial Officer.
Lewis Day
Governor
Lewis is an alumnus of EMS completing his A-Levels with us in 2017, he returns to us now as a graduand of the University of Exeter.
Cathy Durston
Governor
She is Director of College Operations at the College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences at the University of Exeter.
Ken Evans
Governor
Ken Evans joined the Board from Exeter University in September 2021.
Taro Fujita
Governor
Dr Fujita is a senior lecturer in mathematics education at the Graduate School of Education, Exeter University.
Jennie Hamilton
Governor
Jennie has worked at Exeter College for 25 years, having started as a part time teacher, working with young people with additional needs.
Nathan Harvey
Vice Chair of Governors
Nathan’s current role is Programme Director in the Fraud & Financial Crime Prevention team.
Stephen Mariadas
Governor
Steve is the Chief Executive Officer for the South West Institute of Technology.
Dr Tim Paulden
Chair of Governors
Tim is the Innovation & Development Manager at ATASS Sports in Exeter.
Fiona Thomas
Staff Governor
Fiona joined EMS in January 2020, already well-versed in Maths Schools, having taught at King’s College London Maths School for two years.
Professor Pete Vukusic
Governor
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.
