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Dan was the founding headteacher at King’s College London Mathematics School, the first of this wave of statefunded specialist mathematics schools opened in partnership with flagship universities.

Dan is also Professor of Practice of Mathematics Education at King’s College London, and Chair of Trustees at Axiom Maths. Prior to becoming a teacher (his first teaching job was at Highgate School in London), Dan studied mathematics at the University of Cambridge.

Kate worked in senior quality assurance and governance roles in higher education for over 20 years in London and Bath before joining U-Maths in 2024.

She is proud to be part of an organisation that supports the provision of opportunities for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, and creates safe learning environments where young people can find their ‘tribe’ and excel.

Sophie was a founding member of Exeter Maths School, where she played a pivotal role in managing its Outreach provision from the very beginning. Wearing multiple hats in the early years, she became Director of Outreach in 2021, leading projects and initiatives to inspire and support primary and secondary students across the South West.

In 2024, Sophie joined U-Maths as Project and Operations Manager, bringing her extensive experience to support the wider Maths School network. She is passionate about widening participation for mathematically able students from disadvantaged backgrounds, ensuring they have the opportunities and support needed to realise their potential.

Tiffany oversaw the outreach programme at King’s College London Mathematics School and the work the school did to widen participation in the mathematical sciences. She was also the member of the Senior Leadership Team with responsibility for Equality and Diversity across the school.

Tiffany has a degree in Psychology, Philosophy, and Physiology from Oxford University and qualified as a maths teacher with Teach First. After teaching, she worked for The Access Project, a social mobility and education charity supporting young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to get into top universities.

Alison was the founding Chair of Governors at King’s College London Mathematics School and a founding trustee of the University Maths School Network. She is the Sir Roy Griffiths Professor of Public Sector Management at King’s College London and sits as a crossbench peer in the House of Lords. She authored the Wolf Report on vocational education (2011), was a member of the Augar Review of post-secondary education (2019), and from 2020 to 2023 was seconded to the No. 10 Policy Unit as expert adviser on skills to the Prime Minister. Her academic work focuses on the relationship between education and the labour market, with a particular emphasis on mathematics.

Amy has been a school governor for 14 years, including serving as Chair of Governors at Swaffham Bulbeck Primary School, founding Trustee of the University of Cambridge Primary School, and now Vice-Chair of the Eastern Learning Alliance and Link Trustee for the Cambridge Mathematics School. She was a National Leader of Governance for four years, supporting schools in challenging circumstances.

Alongside her governance work, Amy co-founded STNC, the first company in the world to put web browsers onto mobile phones, later acquired by Microsoft. She was a non-executive director at Audio Analytic, a global leader in AI sound recognition, until its acquisition by Meta.

She now runs the i-Teams programme at the University of Cambridge, which has led to the creation of more than 120 start-ups, and also serves as Co-Chair of Cambridge Angels and Trustee of the Cambridge Science Centre.

Amy studied Mathematics at Trinity College, Cambridge.

David has worked in secondary education in Leeds for over 30 years. He is currently Executive Principal at The GORSE Academies Trust, a Leeds-based Multi Academy Trust with responsibility for 15 academies across all phases of education. David led the project to establish the Leeds Mathematics School and continues to provide executive oversight of its strategic direction, ensuring the School remains ambitious in its mission and impact.

Ellen is Principal of Durham Sixth Form Centre, Chief Executive Officer of Providence Learning Partnership, and a Trustee of a large Multi Academy Trust in the North East of England. She plays a national role in sixth form leadership development, mentoring aspiring and new Principals across the country. With a background in technology, she champions sixth form outreach in STEM and recently devised the mathematics and computer science strategy for the Centre, making it accessible across the wider region. Ellen has been part of the Durham Mathematics School team since its inception and is a passionate advocate of mathematics education.

Francis is the founding Principal of Aston University Maths School.

After leaving Oxford University, Francis spent several years as a child protection social worker before entering the teaching profession. He has since held roles as head of mathematics, designated safeguarding lead and special educational needs coordinator, and is an accomplished teacher of mathematics and computer science.

Francis brings extensive school leadership experience to the U-Maths Board, alongside a strong commitment to education as a vehicle for social mobility and to supporting talented young mathematicians from all backgrounds.

Alongside his role as a U-Maths Trustee, Francis is subject lead mentor for mathematics on the Titan Partnership’s school-based initial teacher training programme.

Jan is Professor of Algebra at Lancaster University, with research interests in noncommutative geometry. He has taught widely in pure mathematics in Oxford and Lancaster, and is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, a Fellow of the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications, and a Chartered Mathematician. He has held senior leadership roles including Associate Dean for Engagement and Internationalisation in the Faculty of Science and Technology, and has been the university’s principal liaison with Lancaster University School of Mathematics (LUSoM) since its opening. He is currently Vice-Chair of Trustees at LUSoM.

Janice is a highly experienced academic leader who held senior positions at the University of Exeter from more than 20 years, including as Provost and Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor. She has also held significant national roles with Advance HE and the Teaching Excellence Framework.

Until July 2024, Janice served as special adviser to the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Lisa Roberts. In the same year, she co-founded Higher Futures with Professor Sir Chris Husbands, a company supporting universities and sector organisations operating in challenging financial circumstances.

Alongside her role as Chair of Trustees at U-Maths, Janice is an adviser to the law firm Browne Jacobson and a member of the Advisory Board of the learning technology company Kortext.

Janice is a regular contributor to debates about student experience and outcomes, including the use of digital technologies and generative AI. Her significant contribution to higher education was recognised when she was appointed CBE in the 2017 New Year Honours.

Maggie is Professor of Immunology at Imperial College London, Associate Provost (Societal Engagement), and the founding Academic Director of the Centre for Societal Engagement. Since joining Imperial in 1994, she has held a range of academic leadership roles and now leads the College’s Societal Engagement Strategy. She is committed to widening participation and giving young people the opportunity to reach their potential, with a particular focus on underserved and underrepresented groups. Through Imperial’s public engagement, community outreach, and STEM education programmes, her division creates pathways for young people to explore education and research. Her scientific research centres on the regulation of inflammation and immunity.

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