SEND English & Maths Tutor | ADHD, Dyslexia & Autism Support

Calm, personalised one-to-one online support for children with ADHD, dyslexia, autism and additional learning needs

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What Makes Our SEND Tuition Different

At Bedford Tutor and our online division, Kite Tutoring, we provide personalised SEND support that helps children learn with confidence, both in person and online.

ADHD & Autism Support

Patient, flexible tuition tailored to the needs of learners with ADHD and autism. Lessons are carefully adapted using clear routines, engaging activities, movement breaks where appropriate and personalised strategies to support attention, confidence and independent learning.

Dyslexia Support

Specialist tuition for learners with dyslexia, focusing on phonics, phonemic awareness, reading fluency, spelling, writing and confidence. We use structured, multisensory teaching alongside our Diamond Spelling & Reading Programme to help children make meaningful progress.

Dyscalculia Support

Personalised maths tuition for learners with dyscalculia and maths anxiety, developing number sense, mathematical understanding and confidence through practical, multisensory teaching and our specialist Delta Maths & Mastery Programme.

Other SEND Support

We welcome learners with a wide range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including speech and language difficulties, developmental coordination disorder (DCD/dyspraxia), sensory processing differences, learning delays and other additional needs. Lessons are personalised to help children learn in the way that works best for them while building confidence and celebrating success.

💡 Inspiring a Love of Learning!

At Bedford Tutor and our online division, Kite Tutoring, we provide specialist one-to-one English and maths tuition both online and in person in Bedford for children across the UK and worldwide, with a strong focus on supporting students with SEND. We have extensive experience supporting learners with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyscalculia and confidence challenges, and regularly work with families attending international schools throughout the Middle East, Asia and beyond.

Founded by Annabel Walker, we draw on over fourteen years of experience supporting children and young people with a wide range of educational needs, abilities and learning styles. As someone with ADHD herself, Annabel combines professional knowledge with personal understanding, creating a learning environment where children feel understood, valued and supported.
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We work with students who have ADHD, are autistic, are dyslexic or dyscalculic, as well as those who experience anxiety, confidence challenges, emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA), learning gaps, or difficulties accessing education in a traditional classroom environment.

Our personalised approach focuses on building confidence, developing skills and helping SEND learners experience success in a way that works for them. ↑ Back to top

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30-Minute Lessons
From £20 per lesson*

Personalised one-to-one tuition
SEND-friendly teaching approach
Available across the UK & worldwide



*Subject to availability. Following the initial trial lesson, future sessions are usually booked in blocks of five† to support continuity and sustained progress.
Payments from non-UK bank accounts incur an additional administration fee of £1 to £2 for each lesson to cover international payment processing costs.
For online students aged 11+, 45-minute lessons may be available at selected times.
†Online students in Years 10–11/Grades 9–10 are offered sessions on a weekly booking basis rather than in blocks of five. This approach provides greater flexibility around school commitments, examinations and changing schedules, helping lessons remain calm, supportive and responsive to each student’s needs.

  • ADHD Support That Works

    “My girl was diagnosed with ADHD and ADD and it took me a long while to find the right tutor. It’s been amazing. There is no resistance and I was pleasantly surprised when my daughter actually asked to start her session. I am looking forward to seeing her thrive with Annabel.
    Nova Finsten • 2025

  • “I’ve never seen my son so focused”

    “My son has ADHD. From day one I’ve never seen him so focused. Annabel is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate. Not only is she helping my son, I’m learning so much too. Highly recommend!”
    Parent Review • 2020

  • Autism & Learning Difficulties Support

    “Our son has autism, learning difficulties and a speech sound disorder. Learning used to be stressful and overwhelming. Annabel works at his pace, makes sessions fun and stimulating, and his abilities have improved enormously. He now genuinely looks forward to learning.”
    Melissa • 2022

  • Dyslexia Support That Builds Confidence

    “My son was newly diagnosed with dyslexia and Bedford Tutor has been fantastic. Learning is fun whilst still encouraging him to focus and build confidence. We are so pleased we found them.”
    Catharine Rumbles • 2025

  • “They truly understand dyslexia”

    “My daughter has dyslexia and looks forward to her lessons every week. Annabel and Helena are encouraging, supportive and she feels they genuinely understand how she learns.”
    Sue Matthews • 2022

  • Special Educational Needs Expertise

    “Annabel has extensive knowledge of helping children with special educational needs. She is patient, kind and genuinely understands the challenges children can face. Her support has made a huge difference to our daughter.”
    Jo Dovey • April 2023

  • Dyslexia Progress Beyond Expectations

    “My son is dyslexic and I wanted additional support with learning. It has been wonderful to see him progress. Not only is he making headway with his English, but his confidence has grown and he genuinely looks forward to lessons.”
    Parent Review • 2025

  • Supporting Different Ways of Learning

    “Annabel helped my daughter understand that it’s okay to learn differently. She taught her that having dyslexia doesn’t mean you can’t succeed, it simply means finding the learning approach that works best for you.”
    Hayley Griffiths • 2021
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☀️ Who We Work With

We regularly support children with:

  • ADHD
  • Dyslexia
  • Dyscalculia
  • Dyspraxia (DPD)
  • Dysgraphia
  • Autism
  • Working memory difficulties
  • Processing difficulties
  • Sensory processing differences
  • Speech, language and communication needs
  • Executive functioning difficulties
  • Low confidence or school-related anxiety

Our approach is SEND-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and focused on helping each child feel capable and understood. ↑ Back to top

💫 A Calm, Supportive Approach to Learning

Our in-person and online sessions are designed to feel safe, structured, and manageable. We understand that confidence, attention, and emotional wellbeing play a huge role in learning.

Each SEND session is carefully paced and adapted in real time, helping children to:

  • feel more confident
  • stay engaged
  • build understanding step by step

A calm and supportive environment can help SEND learners feel secure, reduce pressure and give them the confidence to engage positively with learning. ↑ Back to top

🌱 Fully Personalised One-to-One Sessions

All SEND sessions are delivered on a one-to-one basis, either in-person or via Zoom, allowing us to tailor teaching to each child’s individual needs. This approach is particularly beneficial for children who:

  • feel anxious in group settings
  • need a slower or more flexible pace
  • benefit from consistent, personalised support

A fully personalised approach recognises that every SEND learner is different, allowing teaching, resources and pace to be adapted to their individual needs. This can reduce barriers to learning, build confidence and help learners experience genuine progress and success. ↑ Back to top

✨ ADHD & Autistic Learners

Many students with ADHD and many autistic learners benefit from a personalised approach to learning, particularly when traditional educational environments do not fully meet their needs. Individualised support can help them build confidence, develop effective learning strategies and make meaningful academic progress.

Some students may experience challenges with:

  • Attention and focus
  • Organisation
  • Executive functioning
  • Working memory
  • Processing information
  • Confidence
  • Anxiety around learning
  • Emotional regulation
  • Managing school demands

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a difference in the way the brain develops and processes information. It can affect attention, organisation, working memory, impulse control and self-regulation, but children with ADHD are all unique.

Some children may find it difficult to concentrate for long periods, stay organised or manage distractions. Others may be constantly on the go, think and respond very quickly, or have lots of energy and enthusiasm. Many children with ADHD are highly creative, curious, imaginative and full of ideas, often bringing unique perspectives to learning.

At Bedford Tutor, we understand that traditional teaching approaches do not work for all learners. Our sessions are carefully adapted to suit each child’s individual needs, helping them develop confidence, strengthen key skills and enjoy learning in a calm, supportive and encouraging environment where they can succeed at their own pace.

Autism is a difference in the way a person experiences, understands and responds to the world around them. Autistic children are all unique, with their own personalities, strengths, interests, communication styles and ways of learning.

Some autistic children may find communication, social interaction, organisation or changes to routine more challenging. Others may experience the world more intensely through their senses, making busy or unpredictable environments overwhelming. Many autistic children also have wonderful strengths, such as creativity, honesty, deep curiosity, excellent memory or a remarkable attention to detail.

At Bedford Tutor, we believe there is no single “right” way to learn. With understanding, patience and the right support, autistic children can build confidence, develop new skills and thrive in education. Our sessions are designed to provide a calm, supportive environment where children feel respected, understood and able to learn at their own pace.

Across Bedford Tutor and Kite Tutoring, we recognise that each learner is unique. Rather than focusing on difficulties alone, we work to understand each student’s strengths, interests and individual learning profile.

In-person and online SEND support focuses on:

  • Building confidence
  • Engagement and motivation
  • Executive functioning skills
  • Organisation and study strategies
  • Memory support
  • Clear structure and expectations
  • Learning through strengths and interests
  • Developing independence

​Lessons are supportive, interactive and tailored to each student’s individual needs, strengths and learning style.
Our aim is to help SEND students feel understood, experience success and develop the confidence and skills they need to thrive both academically and personally.

We have experience supporting ADHD & autistic learners in the UK and overseas, including students living in Dubai, Singapore and other international locations. ↑ Back to top

Bedford Tutor Blog

Why Children with ADHD Know the Answer but Can’t Start the Work

Understand why “I know it!” doesn’t always become “I can do it.” Discover how ADHD affects task initiation, why getting started can feel impossible, and the teaching strategies that reduce overwhelm and unlock your child’s true potential.

Read the ADHD Guide→​

📖​ Dyslexic Learners

Many dyslexic learners benefit from a personalised approach to learning, particularly when traditional educational environments do not fully meet their needs. Individualised support can help them build confidence, strengthen literacy skills and make meaningful academic progress.

Some students may experience challenges with:

  • Reading accuracy
  • Reading fluency
  • Spelling
  • Written expression
  • Processing written information
  • Working memory
  • Organisation
  • Confidence in literacy-based tasks

Dyslexia is a common difference in the way the brain processes language. It primarily affects reading, spelling and writing, but it does not reflect a child’s intelligence or potential. Children with dyslexia have their own unique strengths, challenges and ways of learning.

Some children may find it difficult to recognise sounds in words, remember spellings, read fluently or organise their written work. They may need more time to process information or learn new literacy skills. At the same time, many children with dyslexia are highly creative, imaginative, excellent problem-solvers and able to think in innovative ways.

Whether learning with Bedford Tutor or Kite Tutoring, we take time to understand each learner’s individual needs, adapting our teaching to build confidence alongside reading, spelling and writing skills.

In-person and online SEND support focuses on:

  • Building confidence
  • Reading development
  • Spelling strategies
  • Writing skills
  • Vocabulary growth
  • Reading comprehension
  • Study skills
  • Learning through strengths and interests

Through calm, structured and personalised lessons, we help children develop reading, spelling and writing skills while celebrating progress and encouraging long-term independence.

​💎 Dyslexia-Friendly Diamond Spelling & Reading Programme

Our Diamond Spelling & Reading Programme is designed to support learners who may struggle with spelling, reading fluency, memory, processing, or written language confidence. Using a calm, structured and dyslexia-friendly approach, sessions combine spelling, reading, phonemic awareness, morphology, verbal reasoning, vocabulary development, mindfulness and confidence-building activities to help children feel more secure and successful in their learning. The programme focuses on developing strong foundations, understanding how words are built, improving literacy confidence, and encouraging a more positive relationship with reading and writing.

​Lessons are personalised to each student’s individual needs, allowing them to progress at a pace that feels comfortable and achievable.

Our aim is to help SEND students develop confidence, independence and a more positive relationship with reading, writing and learning.

Many of our dyslexic learners attend international schools or follow British educational programmes whilst living abroad. ↑ Back to top

Bedford Tutor Blog

Common Signs of Dyslexia Parents Often Miss

Discover the early signs of dyslexia that are easy to overlook, from persistent spelling difficulties to challenges with memory, reading and language processing. This parent-friendly guide explains what to watch for and when extra support could make all the difference.

Explore the Signs of Dyslexia →​

🔢​​ Dyscalculic Learners

Many dyscalculic learners benefit from a personalised approach to learning, particularly when traditional educational environments do not fully meet their needs. Individualised support can help them build confidence, strengthen mathematical understanding and make meaningful academic progress.

Some students may experience challenges with:

  • Number sense
  • Place value
  • Mental arithmetic
  • Times tables
  • Mathematical vocabulary
  • Problem solving
  • Remembering mathematical procedures
  • Confidence in maths

Dyscalculia is a specific learning difference that affects the way a person understands and works with numbers. It can make maths more challenging, but it does not reflect a child’s intelligence or ability to succeed. Children with dyscalculia are all unique, with their own strengths, interests and way of learning.

Some children may find it difficult to understand number concepts, recall maths facts, recognise patterns or use mathematical language. Everyday tasks such as telling the time, estimating, handling money or remembering sequences can also be more challenging. With the right teaching and support, these skills can be developed step by step.

Whether learning with Bedford Tutor or Kite Tutoring, we take time to understand each learner’s individual needs, adapting our teaching to build confidence alongside mathematical understanding.

In-person and online SEND support focuses on:

  • Building mathematical confidence
  • Developing number understanding
  • Strengthening place value knowledge
  • Improving calculation skills
  • Problem-solving strategies
  • Practical and visual learning approaches
  • Reducing maths anxiety
  • Learning through strengths and interests

Through calm, structured and personalised lessons, we help children develop number sense, calculation skills and problem-solving strategies while celebrating every success and encouraging long-term independence. Lessons are designed to be supportive, engaging and tailored to each student’s individual learning profile.

🔷 Dyscalculia-Friendly Delta Maths & Mastery Programme

Our Delta Maths & Mastery Programme is designed to support learners who may struggle with maths confidence, number sense, processing, working memory, or mathematical understanding. Sessions use a gentle, step-by-step approach to strengthen core maths foundations through visual learning, repetition, mastery techniques, mindfulness, and non-verbal reasoning activities. The programme focuses on helping children develop confidence, resilience, and a deeper understanding of essential mathematical concepts in a supportive and encouraging environment.
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Our aim is to help SEND students experience success, develop resilience and build a more positive relationship with maths and learning.

Our personalised maths support helps students both locally and internationally, including those studying within British and international school systems. ↑ Back to top

Bedford Tutor Blog

Dyscalculia Vs Maths Anxiety: Understanding The Difference

Dyscalculia and maths anxiety can appear similar, but they have different causes and require different support strategies. Learn how to recognise the key differences, understand their impact on learning, and discover ways to help children build confidence and success in maths.

Explore The Difference →​

🌟​​ Other SEND Needs

Many learners with additional educational needs benefit from a personalised approach to learning, particularly when traditional educational environments do not fully meet their needs. Individualised support can help them build confidence, strengthen key skills and make meaningful academic progress.

Some students may experience challenges with:

  • Processing information
  • Working memory
  • Organisation and planning
  • Handwriting and written expression
  • Motor coordination
  • Speech and language
  • Social communication
  • Emotional regulation
  • Confidence in learning

At Bedford Tutor and Kite Tutoring, we recognise that every learner is unique. Rather than focusing solely on difficulties, we take time to understand each student’s strengths, interests and individual learning profile.

In-person and online SEND support focuses on:

  • Building confidence and independence
  • Developing effective learning strategies
  • Strengthening organisation and planning skills
  • Improving memory and information processing
  • Adapting learning to individual strengths
  • Reducing anxiety around learning
  • Creating positive and enjoyable learning experiences

Lessons are designed to be supportive, engaging and tailored to each student’s individual learning profile.

We use personalised teaching strategies that help students develop understanding at their own pace whilst building confidence and independence. ↑ Back to top

Bedford Tutor Blog

Supporting Executive Function Skills At Home

Discover practical ways to help your child develop essential executive function skills such as organisation, planning, time management and self-regulation. Learn simple strategies parents can use at home to build confidence, independence and success in everyday learning.

Explore Executive Function Tips →​

💻 How In-Person & Online Sessions Work​

Sessions take place either in-person in Bedford or online via Zoom.

  • Clear, simple structure to each lesson
  • Engaging, interactive teaching approach
  • Parents receive regular feedback

Online SEND tuition allows children to learn in a familiar, comfortable environment, which can often improve focus and reduce anxiety. ↑ Back to top

📲 Enquire About In-Person & Online SEND Tuition

If you’re looking for supportive, personalised tuition for your child, we’d be happy to help.

Please get in touch to find out more about availability and next steps.

Wondering How We Can Help?

Whether you’re exploring tuition options, looking for specialist support or simply have a question, we’d love to hear from you. Tell us a little about your child and what you’re looking for, and we’ll be in touch as soon as possible.

Current Availability

✅ Super Summer Learning (August): Good availability throughout the holiday

✅ Weekday daytime tuition (from September): Good availability for international students, home-educated learners and families with flexible schedules

🗓️ After-school, Saturday & Sunday morning tuition (from September): Waiting list currently in operation

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