Ivor Simpson

Founder & Director

Who We Are

Olympiad Challenge was born from Ivor’s love of mathematics and his passion to inspire and push all students to aim high, excel in academia and discover their true potential.

Ivor has a master’s degree in mathematics from Kings College London. He has worked in competitive London day schools for more than 13 years and gained experience as an Assessment Manager at Cambridge University.

When not in work, Ivor spends his time with his wife and three young daughters where he may or may not be planning their future maths journey!

Education

  • King’s College London (UK), MA (Mathematics), 2015
  • Tallinn University (Estonia), BA (Mathematics Education), 2014, cum laude

Experience

  • London Assessment Limited, Founder and Director, 2022
  • Cambridge University, Assessment Manager (Mathematics), 2021-2022
  • Westminster Cathedral Choir School, Head of Department, Teacher of Mathematics, 2016-2021
  • The Cedars School, Mathematics Teacher, 2015-2016
  • Tallinn Old Town Education College, Mathematics Teacher, 2011-2014