About Our Founder
James Quarrington is an experienced mathematics educator, examiner and academic leader who has taught students across the UK, Asia and the United States. After more than a decade in international education, including four years leading Mathematics at the British International School of Boston, James founded International Academics to give families access to exceptional tutors with genuine subject and curriculum expertise.
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Today, James oversees the academic direction of International Academics and personally selects tutors for the team. His experience spans IB Mathematics, IGCSE, GCSE and A-Level, alongside SAT, ACT and AP preparation.
Education & Academic Background
BSc Mathematics — Durham University, UK
First Class Honours, Top of Class
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship for Academic Excellence
PGCE Mathematics — University of Cambridge, UK
Research focus: equity, attainment, and student outcomes in mathematics education
MEd Mathematics Education — University of Cambridge, UK
Research focus: the relationship between high-performance sport and mathematical achievement
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Academic Leadership &
Teaching Experience
British International School of Boston, 2021-2025
Mathematics Department Chair
IB HL & SL, IGCSE, A-Level — Teacher and Examiner
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British International School, Vietnam, 2016-2021
Head of House and Mathematics Teacher
IB Higher and Standard Level Teacher​
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Chesterton College, 2014-2016
Teacher of Mathematics
GCSE and Additional Mathematics Teacher
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James is also an IB Mathematics examiner and assessment writer, with extensive experience marking and moderating IB examinations.
