25 Years of Nurturing Imagination, Joy & Inclusion
Dedicated to helping every child feel seen, heard, and confident through creative play, storytelling, and specialized communication support.
A Lifelong Passion for Children's Development
For the past 25 years, Karen Harvey has worked with children across a wide variety of roles – as a vibrant party entertainer, captivating storyteller, hands-on workshop leader, and experienced speech and language therapist assistant.
Karen has been commissioned repeatedly by early years settings and nurseries to develop and lead dedicated programmes that support children who have additional needs, communication delays, and English as an Additional Language (EAL).
Her philosophy is rooted in kindness, patience, and adaptability. No two children and no two settings are ever the same. Whether leading a room full of thirty excited six-year-olds at an active birthday disco or working 1:1 with an anxious child through the gentle medium of SandStory Skills®, Karen tunes into what each child needs to thrive.
Location & Area Covered
Karen is based in Corby and is readily available in and around Northamptonshire – including Kettering, Northampton, Wellingborough, Rushden, and surrounding community villages.
Safety & Professional Standards
- Fully Enhanced DBS Checked: Clear and up-to-date certificate.
- Equity Member: Professional performers' union member with full public liability insurance.
- PAT Tested Equipment: All sound systems, bubble machines, and disco lights are certified safe.
Karen Harvey
Children's Entertainer & SEN Practitioner
Certified, Qualified & Fully DBS Checked
Over 25 years working with children as an entertainer, storyteller, and speech & language therapy assistant, backed by accredited certifications.
Qualified Makaton Tutor
Licensed by The Makaton Charity to teach Stages 1–8 and lead taster workshops.
Makaton Friendly
Committed to making events, parties, and workshops accessible through signing.
SandStory Skills® Practitioner
Registered practitioner in creative storytelling and therapeutic sand play.
Drawing and Talking Practitioner
Qualified in safe 12-week gentle emotional processing interventions.
Story Massage Instructor
Certified instructor combining positive touch with interactive spoken stories.
Fully Enhanced DBS & PAT Tested
Complete safety compliance, Equity union member, and full public liability insurance.
Looking to collaborate with Karen?
From school curriculum days to relaxed sensory birthday parties, Karen welcomes discussions on how to tailor activities for your children.