Karen Barker
Education Consultancy
Empowering Learners. Equipping Educators. Overcoming Barriers.
About Me

At the heart of my work is an unwavering commitment to empower every learner to unlock their potential.
With over three decades of experience in state and independent education, I support children, young people, and adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). My journey spans primary, secondary, and specialist settings, giving me a deep understanding of the unique challenges learners face, and the real-world strategies that resolve them.
Award-Winning Leadership
As a former Deputy Headteacher and SENDCo, I transformed a large mainstream SEND department so effectively that it was awarded the national Independent Schools' Association (ISA) Award for Outstanding Learning Support. This work cemented my belief that innovative, high-quality support changes lives.
Expert Diagnostic Assessments
Holding an Assessment Practising Certificate (APC) and a Level 7 DipSpLD, I deliver comprehensive educational, diagnostic, and workplace needs assessments. Every assessment is structured to provide clear, realistic pathways that restore personal confidence and clear away barriers to learning.
National Training & Development
Beyond direct client work, I train educators internationally. My expertise in progressive and inclusive assessment practices led to a national commission by CEM (now Cambridge Insight) to build teacher and exam board resources across five KS4 and KS5 subjects.
Whether you need diagnostic clarity,
family guidance, or school-wide training,
I look forward to making a lasting difference for you.
Karen
MBA, BSc (Hons), PGCE, DipSpLD (Level 7)
Assessment Practising Certificate (Dyslexia)
Johansen Individualised Auditory Stimulation Provider