Katie

Meet Katie

5.0 (19) Advanced SEN specialist · Online · In person · Manchester

Having worked extensively with children facing emotional, behavioural, and social challenges, I understand the importance of patience, empathy, and building trust.

Supports
  • Study and revision
  • Organisation and focus
  • Writing and essays
Teaches
  • Maths
  • English
  • English Literature

Free times

Book a free 20-minute call with Katie. Pick a day to see when Katie is free.

UK time

Monday 9 November · 2 free times

  • 16:00
  • 16:30
Free 20-minute introduction You'll choose the exact time when you book.

Prices

+£15 travel fee for each in-person session

About Katie

My experience with special educational needs

I have over eight years’ experience as a qualified teacher and tutor, working across mainstream schools, private tutoring, and community support roles. Throughout my career I have taught, supported, and created individualised learning plans, EHCPs and delivered these for students with a wide range of special educational needs, including SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health), dyslexia, speech and language difficulties, and other learning barriers.

My postgraduate MA in International Education also allowed me to research and deepen my understanding of SEMH within a global education context, shaping my inclusive approach to learning.

A bit about me

Having worked extensively with children facing emotional, behavioural, and social challenges, I understand the importance of patience, empathy, and building trust. I have also experienced my own journey with emotional regulation and resilience, which has given me a deep compassion for learners who may feel “different” or misunderstood in traditional education settings.

My tutoring business was built during a time when children and families most needed extra support. This has given me a strong awareness of how to adapt quickly, personalise learning, and keep students motivated, even when they face challenges. Parents often tell me that my understanding, kindness, and structured but flexible approach makes their child feel safe, supported, and confident.

My teaching philosophy

My teaching style is warm, adaptive, and centred on the individual. I believe that every child is capable of thriving when they feel seen, valued, and encouraged. I use creative strategies, humour, and enthusiasm to keep students engaged, while also setting clear goals and celebrating progress.

I focus on building strong foundations, both academically and emotionally, so that learners feel empowered rather than pressured. I combine careful assessment with tailored resources, ensuring lessons are both structured and flexible to meet the child where they are. My experience across mainstream, SEN, and SEMH has taught me that progress comes not only from academic teaching, but also from building confidence, resilience, and a love of learning.

Subjects and levels 5 subjects, Primary to University
Subject Primary Secondary GCSE Foundational level GCSE Higher level A-Level University Functional Skills
Maths Yes Yes Yes No No No No
English Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No
English Literature Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No
English Language Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No
Primary Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No
  • Primary
    • Maths
    • English
    • English Literature
    • English Language
    • Primary
  • Secondary
    • Maths
    • English
    • English Literature
    • English Language
    • Primary
  • GCSE Foundational level
    • Maths
    • English
    • English Literature
    • English Language
    • Primary
  • GCSE Higher level
    • English
    • English Literature
    • English Language
    • Primary
  • A-Level
    • English
    • English Language
    • Primary
  • University
    • Primary
Teaching qualifications 7 qualifications
  • Undergraduate Teaching Degree with QTS (e.g., B.Ed / BA / BSc with QTS)
  • Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma/MA in Special Educational Needs & Inclusion
  • ADHD Specific Training (e.g., ADHD Foundation, Advanced ADHD courses)
  • Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Training/Qualification
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)

Reviews

19 reviews

  • Sarah Ross
    Katie has been a fantastic tutor for my eldest. Her dedication to both their learning and supporting them with their AuAdHd has been outstanding. She doesn’t just work with Fal during lessons, she also spends a huge amount of time researching ways to both support them and help them support themselves.
  • Alex Trickett
    Katie has taken the time to really get to know our daughter, who is not the most receptive to extra tuition, in order to teach her in a way that feels safe, friendly and on her terms. We are delighted to recommend her!
  • Roisin Madden
    I can’t thank Katie enough for all she did for my daughter. She’d taken her for quite an anxious learner to absolutely smashing her 11+ exams. and getting into the school of her dreams.
  • Zahretelwady Mohamed
    Katie has been an excellent teacher. She teaches in fun, interactive way which is individualised to students need. She helped my son not only with improving on areas of weaknesses but excelling in his areas of strength seeking perfection and now he has got offers into some of the top Grammar school in London. I am very grateful for her hard work. She was also very understanding of our needs and give very helpful advice whenever needed. I would very highly recommend.
  • Georgina Robertson
    Katie has tutored all my children over the last 10 years in English and Maths and been instrumental to them getting into their chosen senior schools, boosting their confidence and achievement levels, navigating their challenges with resilience and enjoying their learning no so much more. We couldn’t be more grateful or recommend more highly for her incredibly focused, well planned, dedicated and kind teaching. We miss her loads!