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Philippa Goodfellow

Alicante,Spain

Summary

Energetic and passionate Maths educator with 10 years’ experience across the UK Curriculum, Cambridge International, and IB Applications & Interpretations (SL). Skilled in curriculum design from Y5 to Y13, with a proven record of raising student achievement. In 2024, over 60% of students exceeded their CAT4 predictions, whilst in the UK a FFT residual score of +1.3 placed the school in the top 5% nationally for students achieving grades 7–9. Experienced in teaching in culturally diverse classrooms where English is an additional language (EAL) for many students. Recognised for building strong rapport with students, colleagues, and parents, and for continually refining teaching practice through research-driven pedagogy.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Teacher of Mathematics

Kings College, The British School of Alicante
Alicante, Spain
08.2023 - Current
  • Taught Mathematics from KS3 to KS5, adhering to Cambridge International and IB curricula.
  • Played pivotal role in curriculum development, aligning schemes of work with international standards.
  • Achieved excellent IGCSE results in 2024, with 100% of students meeting CAT4 targets; over 60% exceeded targets.
  • Adapted teaching strategies for linguistically and culturally diverse students, including EAL learners.
  • Contributed to school life through tutor duties, PSHE delivery, educational trips, and extracurricular activities.

Head of KS3 Mathematics

King Alfred's Academy
Wantage, Oxfordshire. UK
09.2017 - 07.2023
  • Led full redesign of KS3 curriculum to support transition to mixed-ability teaching and greater accessibility.
  • Worked closely with local primary schools to ensure continuity across key stages and smooth KS2–KS3 transition.
  • Mentored Early Career Teachers and University of Oxford PGCE interns to support their classroom development.
  • Achieved +1.3 FFT residual, with students consistently exceeding expectations at grades 7–9.
  • Served as form tutor and delivered PSHE/RSE lessons; led enrichment activities and educational trips.

Education

PGCE - Education

University of Cumbria
Cumbria
09/2017 - 06/2018

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University Of Greenwich
London
09/1987 - 06/1990

Skills

  • Curriculum Design (UK, Cambridge International, IB)
  • Differentiation & Inclusive Practices for Mixed-Ability Groups
  • Expertise in Teaching EAL Students in Multilingual Classrooms
  • Data-Driven Instruction & Student Progress Monitoring
  • Mentoring Early Career Teachers & PGCE Interns
  • Pastoral Care (Tutor, PSHE, RSE)
  • Building Positive Relationships with Parents & School Communities

Languages

English
Native

Certification

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – UK DfE

Teacher Reference Number (TRN): 3853518

  • IB Category 1 Training – Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation (SL)
  • Ongoing CPD in data-informed teaching, inclusive pedagogy, and assessment for learning

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Teacher of Mathematics

Kings College, The British School of Alicante
08.2023 - Current

Head of KS3 Mathematics

King Alfred's Academy
09.2017 - 07.2023

PGCE - Education

University of Cumbria
09/2017 - 06/2018

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University Of Greenwich
09/1987 - 06/1990

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