Specialist Learning Support
Personalised 1-to-1 learning support for children and young people who may need a calmer, more flexible approach to education.
I support Home Educated learners, children experiencing school anxiety or EBSNA, and young people whose confidence in learning may have been affected.
With a background in both teaching and counselling, I understand that emotional wellbeing, confidence and learning can be closely connected.
Sessions are educational rather than therapeutic, while my counselling experience helps me work sensitively with children and young people who may feel anxious, overwhelmed or disconnected from learning.
Who I support
I work with children and young people who may benefit from a more flexible, confidence-building approach to learning.
This can include:
Home Educated learners
Children and young people experiencing school anxiety or EBSNA
Learners whose confidence has been affected by difficult experiences at school
Children who feel anxious, overwhelmed or reluctant around learning
Learners who need more time, reassurance or a different pace
Children and young people who would benefit from consistent 1-to-1 support
You do not need to know exactly what support your child requires before contacting me. We can talk through their needs, strengths and current situation during a free introductory call.
Worried about school attendance or school anxiety?
If your child is finding school difficult, I’ve created a free parent guide to help you understand what may be happening and explore some gentle, practical ways to support them.
Subjects and session lengths
Sessions are tailored to the learner’s age, confidence, current level and individual needs. The aim is to support progress without creating unnecessary pressure.
Key Stage 2
English, Reading and Maths
45-minute sessions
Key Stage 3
English Language and Maths
60-minute sessions
Key Stage 4
English Language support
60-minute sessions
KS4 support does not currently include specialist GCSE preparation or examination coaching.
How sessions work
Support is planned around each learner and may include:
Identifying gaps without making the learner feel tested
Explaining concepts in a more manageable way
Breaking work into smaller steps
Using the learner’s interests to support engagement
Developing relevant English, reading or maths skills
Helping the learner become more independent
Parents and carers receive appropriate updates about progress and areas of focus.
A calm and individual approach
I am a qualified teacher and registered counsellor with more than 13 years’ experience in education.
I have worked across mainstream primary education, SEN settings, an all-through SEMH school and a secondary alternative provision. My most recent education role involved supporting students who were unable to attend school because of physical or mental health needs. I have also worked within Elective Home Education.
My counselling training influences how I listen, build trust and respond when a learner feels anxious or overwhelmed. There is no pressure for a young person to share personal feelings. We focus on helping them access learning at a manageable pace.
Online and home-based sessions
Online
Online sessions are available across the UK. They are live and interactive and may include shared documents, visual resources, an online whiteboard and appropriate screen breaks.
In your home
Home visits are available within Walthamstow E17. Nearby areas may be considered depending on travel time and availability.
A parent or responsible adult aged 18 or over must remain on the premises. Sessions must take place in a suitable shared living or study space and cannot take place in a bedroom.
Fees and availability
September 2026 launch rates
Learning support is provided on a 1-to-1 basis and tailored to your child’s individual needs, current level and confidence.
Fees reflect the personalised nature of the sessions, preparation and resources, and my experience as a qualified teacher working with children and young people who may need a more flexible approach to learning.
KS2 online
45 minutes
£40
KS2 in your home
45 minutes
£47
KS3/KS4 online
60 minutes
£45
KS3/KS4 in your home
60 minutes
£55
Launch rates are available to the first four families who begin regular support by 30 September 2026. These prices will remain fixed until 31 December 2026 and will then be reviewed.
Payment and cancellations
Sessions are paid for individually in advance. There is no requirement to purchase a block.
Payment is due at least 24 hours before each appointment. Sessions cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice remain payable unless exceptional circumstances apply.
Where and when sessions take place
Learning support is currently available:
Online
In the learner’s home, where appropriate
Sessions are available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays between 10am and 5pm.
We can discuss the most suitable format when you get in touch.
Frequently asked questions
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No. This is an educational service. My counselling training informs my approach, but learning-support sessions are not therapy.
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No. I will ask about relevant needs so that I can decide whether I can provide suitable and safe support.
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No. I may also be able to support a young person who remains on a school roll but is struggling to attend or access education.
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I will use educational activities and observations to understand their current learning. I do not provide clinical, diagnostic or statutory assessments.
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Sessions are usually held at the same time each week. Families pay weekly and do not need to purchase a block or commit to a fixed number of sessions.
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That is absolutely okay. Sessions can move at your child’s pace, with the focus on helping them feel safe, understood and able to engage without unnecessary pressure.
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Yes. After the free introductory call, we can arrange one initial learning session at the usual fee. Afterwards, you and I can decide whether regular sessions feel like the right fit.
Getting started
The first step is a free 20-minute call with the parent or carer. We can discuss:
Your child’s current educational situation
Their strengths and areas of difficulty
The subjects in which they need support
Relevant health or additional needs
Whether online or home-based sessions may suit them
If the service appears suitable, we will arrange one initial learning session at the usual fee. Afterwards, both you and I can decide whether a regular weekly appointment feels right.
Ready to explore learning support?
Book a free 20-minute introductory call to talk through your child’s needs and whether my approach could be a good fit.