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The IB History course is demanding. Perhaps a parent-teacher meeting raised a concern, or your child is feeling overwhelmed by the sheer volume of reading and source analysis. It's difficult to watch them struggle, especially with a subject you might not have studied yourself. Even when you cannot help your child with the subject, you can still help them. You don't need to become an expert in historiography. Our Tutor Finder asks a few simple questions about your child and how they learn, and we'll find the right person to help make sense of it all.

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From overwhelmed by sources to arguing a case with confidence

A great history tutor does more than just explain the content. They help your child to think like a historian — to question sources, build an argument, and write with conviction. Suddenly, the subject isn't just a list of facts to memorise, but a story they can analyse and understand. This shift doesn't just show up in their results. It builds the critical thinking skills they'll need for their Extended Essay, their university applications, and whatever comes next. It’s about giving them the confidence to have a point of view and defend it.
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Our Tutor Finder asks the questions you might not know to ask — from the specific IB History options your child is studying to how they prefer to learn. Based on your answers, we recommend a small shortlist of tutors we genuinely believe are the right fit. No endless scrolling, just a recommendation you can trust. Every tutor we recommend has been carefully vetted; only one in eight applicants is accepted. They are not just subject experts, but patient guides who know how to build confidence and adapt to your child's way of thinking. If the first session doesn't feel quite right, our First Lesson Guarantee means we'll find another tutor for you at no extra charge. It’s our way of making sure we get it right.
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35 History IB tutors:

£24/hr
4.7
Tim W
History Tutor - Fun Learning
I am a graduate of the University of East Anglia, with a BA (1st class) in English Literature and an M.A. in Creative Writing. I've been teaching English Literature and Creative Writing at an FE College and as a private consultant for 17 years.I believe in the potential of every student and seek to bring it out through an empathetic, patient and holistic approach. I have taught students with a wide range of abilities and backgrounds, including those with conditions on the autistic spectrum. I believe it is important to get to know the student as an individual and to tailor learning to their strengths...
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£77/hr
5.0
Joshua V
Dedicated History tutor - with proven results
I'm Joshua, a dedicated educator with a background in History and Politics. Armed with an MA in International Relations from the Johns Hopkins University and a First Class Honours Degree in History and Politics from the University of Edinburgh, I bring almost a decade of teaching experience to the table. I also have extensive editing experience, having worked at the Johns Hopkins University Writing Centre and numerous research institutions across Europe and the United States.My passion lies in the humanities, particularly History and English. Whether it's helping students with essays, coursework,...
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£42/hr
5.0
Elandra G
Attentive and patient History tutor
I am a University College London undergraduate who completed the IB Diploma in 2022 and has three years’ tutoring experience.I offer GCSE tuition in English Literature, English Language, History, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. At A-Level and IB, I teach Biology, History, English Literature and English Language. I generally work with students aiming for A/B grades, but I am also happy to support students who are engaged and willing to learn.Our first lesson begins with a conversation about the topics you find difficult. I then use questions to see how you structure your answers and identify whether y...
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£40/hr
4.9
Paul P
Effective History tutor
I educate pupils in the local area around Plymouth on a daily basis.I teach English, Maths, Science other other subjects,I also specialize in learning difficulties and disabilities (ASD, ADHD, Asperses, & dyslexia/dyspraxia). Apart from classroom teaching and tutoring I've also been a curriculum coordinator for people with ASD.The role involved designing a unique syllabus/curriculum and managed a group of educators. I have over 10 year’s main stream teaching experience in a classroom environment and five years as a tutor/specialist.I’ve taught Music, English, Science, Maths, Art and Primary (KS...
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£62/hr
5.0
Mirfat A
Expert History tutor
I am a qualified and experienced teacher, currently serving as Head of History at a successful secondary school. I teach History across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5 and have a proven track record of helping students achieve excellent results at GCSE and A-Level. I have been teaching for 10 years and tutoring for the last 14 years. My experience allows me to adapt lessons to suit different learning styles and individual needs, whether a student is looking to improve confidence, strengthen subject knowledge, or achieve top grades. Many of my students have gone on to achieve Grades 7–9 at GCSE and A...
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£39/hr
5.0
Roger W
History French Latin
Hello, I’m Roger Wills.I teach French, German, Spanish, Italian, Latin and Classical Civilisation to both adults and school-age learners.I describe myself as a High Impact Educational Coach because my aim is not simply to teach a subject. My aim is to help people make the greatest possible progress by focusing on the things that matter most.Over more than thirty years in education, I have learned that most learners are capable of more than they often believe. When progress stalls, it is rarely because somebody lacks ability. More often, something is getting in the way.Before I decide what to t...
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