Who will my teachers be on the Newton Programme?

The teachers on the Newton Programme have a wealth of academic and industry experience in a range of subject areas. Find out about some of our teachers below.

Jodi Kent, INTO Newton
Jodi - Newton A level Programme Manager

Jodi, Newton A level Programme Manager

"I am immensely proud of the unique and highly supportive nature of the Newton A level Programme. We offer high achieving and committed students the very best opportunities to develop into confident young adults ready to progress on to the degree of their choice."

  • Graduated with First Class Honours in MSci Chemistry from the University of Nottingham.
  • Eight years’ experience as a qualified accountant at PwC.
  • Over nine years of high school teaching and tutoring experience, supporting students in university applications.
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INTO UEA teacher, Rob
Rob - Programme Coordinator and Chemistry Module Leader

Rob, Programme Coordinator and Chemistry Module Leader

  • Graduated with BSc (Hons) Chemistry and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from UEA.
  • Has taught Science and A level Chemistry for over 20 years.
  • Extensive experience as a Chemistry tutor for training new teachers at UEA.
  • A level Chemistry examiner.
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Beverley Lewis, INTO Newton
Beverley - Biology Module Leader

Beverley, Biology Module Leader

  • Graduated with BSc (Hons) Biology from the University of Bristol.
  • Extensive experience as a biologist and conservationist.
  • Published author of several books.
  • Has taught Biology for over 10 years.
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Jodi, Newton A level Programme Manager

"I am immensely proud of the unique and highly supportive nature of the Newton A level Programme. We offer high achieving and committed students the very best opportunities to develop into confident young adults ready to progress on to the degree of their choice."

  • Graduated with First Class Honours in MSci Chemistry from the University of Nottingham.
  • Eight years’ experience as a qualified accountant at PwC.
  • Over nine years of high school teaching and tutoring experience, supporting students in university applications.

Rob, Programme Coordinator and Chemistry Module Leader

  • Graduated with BSc (Hons) Chemistry and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from UEA.
  • Has taught Science and A level Chemistry for over 20 years.
  • Extensive experience as a Chemistry tutor for training new teachers at UEA.
  • A level Chemistry examiner.

Beverley, Biology Module Leader

  • Graduated with BSc (Hons) Biology from the University of Bristol.
  • Extensive experience as a biologist and conservationist.
  • Published author of several books.
  • Has taught Biology for over 10 years.

Maya Elliott, INTO Newton
Dr Maya - Economics Module Leader

Dr Maya, Economics Module Leader

"The Newton Programme creates a unique learning environment where the small classes and dedicated teachers combine to ensure each student achieves their potential. Having worked on the programme since its inception, I am extremely proud of all we have achieved."

  • Graduated with a PhD in Experimental Economics from UEA.
  • Teaching experience at undergraduate level.
  • A level Economics examiner for several exam boards.
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Chris Wilkinson, INTO Newton
Chris - Mathematics Module Leader

Chris, Mathematics Module Leader

  • Graduated with BSc (Hons) Computer Science and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from UEA.
  • Has taught A level Mathematics and Further Mathematics for over 20 years.
  • Mentored trainee teacherson UEA’s PGCE programme.
  • A level Mathematics examiner.
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Witold Rozak, INTO Newton
Witold - Physics Module Leader

Witold , Physics Module Leader

  • Graduated with MSc Physics, specialising in teaching physics, from the University of Rzenszow, Poland.
  • Taught A level Physics in technical and comprehensive high schools in Poland.
  • A level Physics examiner.
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Carol Ferris, INTO Newton
Carol - Module Leader for Medical Ethics

Carol, Module Leader for Medical Ethics

"We are proud of our high rate of progression to study Medicine in the UK. Excellent links to the UEA Medical School and the University Hospital have facilitated this. My role is to support potential medical applicants who attend preparation classes, helping them to gain the skills and experience necessary to achieve well in their UCAT and BMAT tests and at interview."

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Dr Maya, Economics Module Leader

"The Newton Programme creates a unique learning environment where the small classes and dedicated teachers combine to ensure each student achieves their potential. Having worked on the programme since its inception, I am extremely proud of all we have achieved."

  • Graduated with a PhD in Experimental Economics from UEA.
  • Teaching experience at undergraduate level.
  • A level Economics examiner for several exam boards.

Chris, Mathematics Module Leader

  • Graduated with BSc (Hons) Computer Science and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from UEA.
  • Has taught A level Mathematics and Further Mathematics for over 20 years.
  • Mentored trainee teacherson UEA’s PGCE programme.
  • A level Mathematics examiner.

Witold , Physics Module Leader

  • Graduated with MSc Physics, specialising in teaching physics, from the University of Rzenszow, Poland.
  • Taught A level Physics in technical and comprehensive high schools in Poland.
  • A level Physics examiner.

Carol, Module Leader for Medical Ethics

"We are proud of our high rate of progression to study Medicine in the UK. Excellent links to the UEA Medical School and the University Hospital have facilitated this. My role is to support potential medical applicants who attend preparation classes, helping them to gain the skills and experience necessary to achieve well in their UCAT and BMAT tests and at interview."

Who is my first contact if I have a question?

You will receive a Personal Tutor during your first week on the Newton Programme. This will be the person you can go to for academic or personal advice. No matter how big or small the problem is, your Personal Tutor will be there to support you and help to resolve any issues that may arise. They will also:

  • meet with you for tutorials throughout the year
  • help you to settle into the academic community
  • communicate your academic progress and provide you with guidance
  • be available to meet during set office hours or by appointment
  • refer you to appropriate sources of academic or welfare support

Other academic support for Newton students includes:

  • test preparation for your university admissions process
  • enhancement activities for students applying to medical schools, such as weekly Medical Ethics workshops
  • study skills programme to help you develop effective study techniques, including organisational skills, planning and time management
  • a range of academic enrichment activities to reinforce your theoretical knowledge and develop your awareness of topics outside of the A level syllabus, such as educational trips, competitions and real-world experience
More about student support
Jaime Lee, INTO Newton

The learning environment at INTO UEA is great, particularly the support available from teachers. Any concerns I had, whether academic or welfare-related, were always attentively addressed. For instance, regular workshops were tremendously helpful in terms of being able to target specific academic issues. Having a Personal Tutor ensured that I was guided through the university application process.

Jaime Lee
Hong Kong