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Subjects & results

Support across every core subject

Personalized tutoring for pre-K through high school — online & in person. See student results ↓

What we teach

Tailored to your child's grade & goals

Every session is built around where your child is and where they're headed.

English

Reading comprehension, writing, grammar, and vocabulary at every level.

Math

From foundational skills to advanced coursework and placement-test prep.

Science

Building understanding and confidence across the science curriculum.

Social Studies

History, geography, and civics made clear, relevant, and engaging.

Spanish

Vocabulary, conversation, and coursework support for all levels.

Penmanship

Cursive and print handwriting for neat, confident writing.

Test Prep

Strategies and practice for classroom, placement, and standardized tests.

IEP & 504 Support

Experienced, patient instruction for students with learning plans.

How sessions work
  • FormatOnline & in-person
  • In-person areaKent County, DE
  • Online sessionsAlways one-on-one
  • In-person sessionsUsually 1-on-1 · max 4
  • Grade levelsPre-K → high school
  • Learning plansIEP & 504 welcome
Availability
  • Monday – Friday8:00 am – 7:00 pm
  • Saturday9:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • SundayClosed
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Honor Roll
3rd, 4th & 7th graders this year
4 → JH/HS
Students promoted onward
+2 levels
Reading-level jump
Student wins

A track record families trust

A snapshot of what Mrs. Barnes's students have achieved.

3rd, 4th & 7th grade students earned Honor Roll this year.
A 3rd grader earned Honor Roll all four marking periods.
A 4th grader won Student of the Month and raised reading to an "A".
A 2nd grader moved up to a "B" in Math in one marking period.
A 7th grader placed into 8th-grade math early; four students promoted on.
A 5th grader earned a "Most Improved" math award and jumped two reading levels.
Multiple students raised a full letter grade in a single marking period.
Real proof

Awards & certificates

Real recognition earned by Mrs. Barnes's students. Last names are removed for privacy.

Student Honor Roll certificate, 2nd marking period
Honor Roll · 2nd marking period
In parents' words

What families say

★★★★★

"Mrs. B is an exceptional educator! She has been a trusted partner in my son's education for the past two years, seamlessly guiding him through both 4th and 5th-grade math and reading. Her patience, engaging teaching style, and dedication have made a world of difference."

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Angel P.Reviewed 06/24/2026
★★★★★

"Ashley was great with watching our son last minute! Her updates throughout the day were great and made us feel much better about leaving him with someone last minute"

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Allison Z.Reviewed 06/23/2026
★★★★★

"Ashley has been amazing with my son. She has only been tutoring him for about a month now and he is starting to show improvement with reading! I cant wait to see how much he will progress in 2026! Thank you Ashley for all that you do!"

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Alexandra B.Reviewed 01/02/2026
★★★★★

"Ms. Ashley tutored my son for 3rd grade math, and did an amazing job. She is very patient, kind and knowledgeable. She provides a quiet learning space. I will definitely recommend her to anyone who needs a knowledgeable, trusted tutor."

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Latonya M.Reviewed 09/21/2025
★★★★★

"Ms. Ashley provides care for my 7 year old son and does a wonderful job! Communicative, reliable, patient, engaging, easy to talk to - the best!"

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Former Member A.Reviewed 08/31/2025
★★★★★

"Ashey did an excellent job working with my son and preparing him for the SAT. She was always on time, didn't cancel lessons and when necessary, she adapted her schedule to my son's needs. I strongly recommend Ashley as a tutor."

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Ewa G.Reviewed 05/19/2025
★★★★★

"Ashley was really good. She came through in a pinch when my daughter's tutors in Geometry weren't effective. Ashley was able to explain the information to my daughter and she was able to apply it to her test. My daughter passed Geometry! Thank you Ashley!"

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Sheila Y.Reviewed 02/11/2025
★★★★★

"Mrs. B was amazing in the short time I hired her to help my daughter pass Spanish 2. Mrs. B was very patient with my daughter. Also, she was very accommodating every week."

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Charle W.Reviewed 01/23/2025
★★★★★

"Ms B is an amazing tutor and worked wonders with my daughter regarding middle school math. Ms. B created lesson plans and did obvious preparation outside of the allotted tutoring time. Her communication is very timely and above expectations. Ms. B would also find additional worksheets and videos for my daughter to work through on her own time for additional practice. I appreciate everything she did for my daughter and will be using her again in the future"

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Emmanuel R.Reviewed 10/17/2024
★★★★★

"Hello everyone, I have been working with Ms. Ashley since 2021. She met my children in middle school. She is amazing with my children. I have two boys who are now in high school. She is dedicated and focused on their education and their progression both inside the classroom and outside. I consider her my second mom. She is very flexible with her schedule and she considers extracurricular. She stays on top of my boys and she tutors even in the summer. I greatly appreciate everything she does. We love you, Ms. A"

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Jessica S.Reviewed 09/06/2024
★★★★★

"Mrs.Ashley is an amazing tutor. I hired her during the middle of the school year to assist my daughter with her low grades in math and social studies. With Mrs.Ashley's help my daughter's grades went from failing (36) to passing (81). I plan on using her services during the summer do that my daughter can be better prepared for the upcoming school year. I would recommend Mrs. Ashley to any parent looking to get their child the educational assistance that they need."

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Amber F.Reviewed 06/26/2024
★★★★★

"Exceptional tutor and she help my son grades improve Would definitely recommend"

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Asif S.Reviewed 06/13/2024
★★★★★

"Hello everyone, Mrs. B. is a wonderful tutor. She's on-time, reliable and most important my children love her. She has been working with my children for over a year now. And I greatly appreciate everything she has done."

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Jessica S.Reviewed 07/15/2022
★★★★★

"She has been teaching my three children throughout the pandemic on zoom. Ashley's amazing to work full time with two children of her own and still make time twice a week for two hours to teach my kids. I don't want to praise her because she might get too popular to teach my kids."

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Jay V.Reviewed 01/19/2022

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