Karen Barber

Level 7 Post Graduate Dip. SpLD ,
British Dyslexia Association tutor (ATS)
PATOSS tutor

Face to face and online 1:1 tuition for Dyslexic students in Manchester

"The right support for your child can build confidence to work towards exam success"
Gavin Reid

Session Vacancies
NEW FOR SEPTEMBER 2025

Online GCSE support for AQA English Literature and Language for year 10 and 11 Dyslexic students.

GCSE English support focussed on Dyslexic student needs. The sessions also address exam techniques and study support strategies.

Dyslexia Support sessions are also available from 3.30 pm for students aged 8 -16 years.

Contact :

karenb155@hotmail.com
07411267540
Could my child be Dyslexic?
  • Do you feel that your child is having difficulties reading, writing or spelling in class?
  • Are they finding English/Literacy lessons frustrating? 
  • Does your child become anxious or upset In lessons?
  • Are they reluctant to read? 
  • Write letters in the wrong order?
  • Difficulty telling left from right, order of days of the week, months of the year etc
  • Surprises you because in other ways he/she is bright and alert.
  • Cannot remember times tables, alphabet, formulae etc.
    ( from British Dyslexia Association )

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I am committed to making a difference to the lives of young people with Dyslexia. I use a personalized approach with evidence-based interventions to develop a child's confidence and understanding of reading and spelling. I believe that your child deserves the opportunity to succeed, and I am here to provide the knowledge, guidance, and strategies necessary for them  to flourish academically and personally.

Dyslexia tuition

Sessions

Sessions

As an experienced, qualified tutor, I design the sessions to develop at a pace which are individually tailored to your child's learning style and needs. I ensure that topics are secure before moving on with the programme.

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About me


I have had many years experience of teaching KS2 -KS5 learners including those with Specific Learning 'differences' in mainstream education and as a Headteacher in specialised units for Looked After Children. I have a child centred approach to teaching, and learning. 

I have been supporting school age children with Dyslexia in 1:1 sessions for eight years and my current students range from 8 - 17 years with Literacy/Dyslexia challenges.

I work with GCSE English students with Dyslexia, to help them negotiate not only the course content, but also study skills and exam technique. 

I have worked with Dyslexic/ ASD undergraduate students universities nationwide since 2019. In my role as a study support tutor, helping them to achieve degree success.



Qualifications and Accreditations
Post Graduate Diploma (Level 7) SpLD Manchester Metropolitan University
Professional Membership of the British Dyslexia Association ATS
Membership of PATOSS
Professional indemnity insurance
Current DBS certificate.


Testimonials

 After a school life filled with 'Dyslexia' type struggles, in his GCSE year at school my son asked for extra support for his English studies. After being frustrated by a tutor website which prioritised demanding money ahead of ensuring a good fit, a personal recommendation came up with Karen Barber. We were on the skids, with just 3 months to go until the GCSE exams. Karen's background is in turning around kids that have lost their way in mainstream education, she is no nonsense and disciplined, she comes with an innate ability to suss out personality, form a strategy to ensure goals are set and then achieved. Karen has a good sense of humour which adds an element of fun too. My son needed help getting answers down on paper and Karen provided an insight into the tricks and tips in order to maximise his exam success. Under Karen's guidance there was a perceptible growth in educational confidence in my son, a real unlocking of potential visible as exam time approached. I'm so happy to report good passes in both English exams, we are very grateful to Karen for the part she played in providing this help and support. 

Brenda H: Parent

 My daughter had a very difficult year at school last year, she began to really struggle with her work, which sadly impacted on her self esteem. Things were not quite adding up, so we arranged an assessment for dyslexia. It turned out that my daughter had dyslexia which helped to explain why she had been struggling so much; it was also came as a relief because my daughter was no longer labelled as not trying, which was one of the most upsetting things to experience. We found Karen on the BDA website and almost immediately Karen’s input had a positive impact on my daughter's learning and self esteem, which was amazing to see. My daughter connected straight away with Karen and regularly told me that Karen’s teaching was really helping her. I highly recommend Karen to any parent looking for a tutor to support a child with dyslexia. Karen is professional, disciplined and at the same time extremely supportive and encouraging. Karen has transformed how my daughter learns, which is a lifelong skill, it’s amazing to see and I can’t thank her enough. 

Denise O.: Parent

 My 15 year old son had his parents evening last week and got glowing reports for his enthusiasm and diligence. His sessions with you really have made all the difference to his confidence and attitude to being able to do things. We are so grateful for your help and time. His assessment for exams really shows his improvement and he is so proud of himself for getting into the ‘normal’ bracket. 

Dr W

 Karen was extremely helpful and informative and provided my daughter with the help she needed after a late Dyslexia diagnosis at A Level stage, Karen helped with revision and other techniques for exams would highly recommend 

J Woods
  

Contact

  • Dyslexia Manchester, Higher Summerseat, Ramsbottom, Bury, UK