Anne-Marie Barton
SEN/PDA Tutor & Family Support Worker
I'm Anne-Marie, and I understand the needs of families that have children with additional educational requirements. I started SEN teaching because I faced the same struggles that many other parents sadly face and I could not find tutors willing to match their teaching approach to the needs of my child.
My daughter became a 'school refuser' due to severe anxiety and undiagnosed ASC (Autistic Spectrum Condition). I struggled to continue to work full time and care for my daughter, whilst she was not receiving an adequate education. I completed a course on SEN Law and completed a parental request for an EHCP (Education, Health & Care Plan) – thankfully, I was successful. My daughter is now receiving an education in an independent school.
During my time employed within schools, I have gathered evidence for EHCPs and have a good understanding of them and the application process. Their aim is to specifically meet the needs of the individual child. As a professional my role is to support and achieve the required actions and recommendations identified within each child's EHCP.
If you require assistance, I also provide a service to help in completing the EHCP application.
I have been a carer throughout my life and have personal, as well as professional, experience of supporting individuals with Autism (ASC - Autistic Spectrum Condition), mental health problems, visual impairment, SPD (Severe Profound Disability/ Sensory Processing Disorder), selective mutism and severe anxiety.
I have worked within education for 15 years plus. I have also worked as a volunteer to help support families via a well-known organisation in Surrey. As a local authority approved tutor, I have provided SEN support for three local education authorities. I provide support for families in the role of a support worker and provide support for behavioural difficulties, anxiety, PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance), mental health and emotional regulation.
Please contact me for more details, or to discuss how I may be able to help you and your family – there is no obligation.
SEN/PDA Tutor & Family Support Worker