Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics
A Cambridge Natural Sciences graduate and qualified teacher, Mathew taught science through Teach First and became assistant head of science, helping students of every ability build the confidence to succeed.
Mathew graduated from Trinity College, University of Cambridge in 2013 in Natural Sciences, specialising in chemistry, and joined the Teach First graduate programme. He went on to complete a PGCE and an MA in Education at the University of Manchester.
Mathew taught science and mathematics at Essa Academy, a non-selective state school in Bolton, working with students of a wide range of abilities and backgrounds. He led projects to stretch gifted and talented students applying to top universities, organising residential courses at Cambridge and medical school taster courses, and became assistant head of science, with a wider role in raising achievement, particularly among under-performing students.
Mathew is a firm believer in Carol Dweck’s growth mindset: that intelligence is not fixed and success comes through hard work and effective practice. He builds students’ determination and confidence, helps them improve their metacognition, and develops techniques tailored to each student for long-term retention.
