Meet Karen Williams
MBA (Distinction), PGCE, BSc (Hons)
Founder | Maths Confidence & Intervention Specialist
20+ Years Teaching Mathematics
Former Head of Mathematics
Alternative Provision & SEMH Experience
Karen Williams is an experienced mathematics educator with more than twenty years of teaching experience and a background in psychology.
She founded MathsWings to help learners build maths confidence, reduce maths anxiety and strengthen mathematical foundations through a holistic, learner centred approach.
20+ Years Teaching
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Supporting learners across schools, colleges and adult learning.
GCSE Intervention Specialist
GCSE Maths Examiner
Enhanced DBS on Update Service
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Qualified Expert
Combining maths expertise with psychology-informed insight.
Mental Health First Aider
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Proven Outcomes
GCSE outcomes improved from 27% to 58% as Head of Maths.
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DBS & Governor
Committed to safeguarding, inclusion and positive outcomes.
Why Some Learners Struggle with Maths
Everyone deserves the opportunity to feel confident in maths.
When confidence falls and learning gaps grow, maths can become increasingly challenging.
The Journey to Mathematical Resilience
“Confidence in maths is built, not born™”
Strong Foundations. Greater Confidence. Brighter Futures.
Start the Maths Confidence Journey
Every learner's journey is different. Whether you're looking for support for yourself, your child or your family, MathsWings Confidence Pathways™ offer different routes to building confidence, reducing maths anxiety and strengthening mathematical understanding. Start with one of our featured opportunities below or explore our full range of Confidence Pathways™
“Confidence in maths is built, not born™”
Build confidence. Strengthen understanding. Achieve your full potential in GCSE Maths.
Designed for Year 11 learners preparing for GCSE Maths. Whether aiming for a Grade 4 or striving for Grades 7–9, this specialist programme helps learners build confidence, strengthen mathematical understanding and maximise their potential through the MathsWings confidence-first approach.
Programme Highlights
✔ 12 × 75-minute specialist sessions
✔ Maximum 4 learners
✔ Carefully matched learning groups based on confidence, current mathematical understanding and learning needs
✔ MathsWings Between Session Support™
✔ Monthly parent progress updates
✔ Parent guidance to support learning at home
✔ Personalised Progress Review with recommended next steps
Investment
£225 per month
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£645 when paid in full (Save £30)
MathsWings Year 11 Success Programme™
MathsWings GCSE Resit Success Programme™
Didn't achieve the GCSE Maths grade you hoped for this summer?
The MathsWings GCSE Resit Success Programme™ is a specialist small-group programme for learners preparing for the November GCSE Maths resit.
Every programme is planned by a qualified and experienced mathematics teacher around the needs of the learners enrolled, with personalised MathsWings Success Clinics™ focusing on the topics that matter most.
Programme Highlights
✔ Up to 30 hours of personalised learning
✔ MathsWings Success Clinics™ tailored to each cohort
✔ Maximum 6 learners
✔ Carefully matched learning groups
✔ MathsWings Between Session Support™
✔ Fortnightly parent progress updates
✔ GCSE exam strategy and structured independent study
✔ Positive, confidence-building learning environment
Investment
£1,295
Limited Spaces
We'll then invite you to a personalised consultation to review your goals and ensure the programme is the right fit.
Join our FREE Parent & Learner Webinar to understand your options, reduce the uncertainty and discover the next steps towards GCSE Maths success.
Rebuild Confidence. Maximise Your Potential. Move Forward.
MathsWings Workshops & Events™
Our online workshops provide practical advice, expert guidance and confidence-building strategies for parents and learners at every stage of the maths journey.
Whether you're preparing for Year 11, exploring your options after GCSE Results Day or looking for ways to support maths confidence at home, our workshops are designed to help you move forward with confidence.
Investment
FREE workshops available this August.
Learn Together. Build Confidence. Take the Next Step.
Every MathsWings programme is built on the belief that, with the right support, every learner can build confidence, overcome barriers and thrive in mathematics.
Confidence Changes Everything in Maths™
Voices of Confidence
Building Confidence. Creating Positive Mathematical Experiences.
At MathsWings, success is about more than grades. It's about helping learners develop confidence, resilience and a positive relationship with mathematics.
"For the first time, I felt like I could actually do maths. I stopped telling myself I was bad at it and started believing I could improve."
Year 10 Learner
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"My daughter went from dreading maths to approaching it with confidence. The change in her attitude has been incredible."
Parent of Year 11 Learner
★★★★★
"Karen has an exceptional ability to build confidence, remove barriers to learning and help learners achieve success."
Education Professional
★★★ ★★
Choose Your Next Step
Whether you're ready to begin today or would like to learn more first, choose the next step that's right for you.
Confidence in maths is built, not born™
Every MathsWings journey begins with a single step. Whether you're looking for support for yourself, your family, your learners, your organisation or your workplace, we're here to help build confidence in mathematics, reduce maths anxiety and create more positive mathematical experiences.
Discover the MathsWings Approach
Many learners struggle not from lack of ability, but because confidence falls, learning gaps grow and maths feels overwhelming. Join this free workshop to discover how MathsWings helps learners rebuild confidence and strengthen foundations.
Free Parent Guide: 5 Ways to Build Confidence
Practical strategies to help parents build confidence, reduce maths anxiety and create more positive mathematical experiences at home.
Join the MathsWings Community
- Confidence-building tips and practical support
- Early access to programme enrolment opportunities
- Updates on workshops, events and resources
- Encouragement, inspiration and community
Everyone deserves to Grow their MathsWings™
Building Confidence • Reducing Maths Anxiety • Strengthening Foundations • Rebuilding Self-Belief • Building Resilience • Positive Experiences • Growing MathsWings™