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You know your child has a bright future. Whether they're aiming for top grades in their History GCSEs or dreaming of a place at UCL or King's College London, you want to give them the best possible support.
But bridging the gap between a good school education and the deeper understanding required to truly excel can feel like a huge challenge. What if you could bring a subject specialist directly to your child, right in your Highbury home? Our online History tutors do just that, providing the focused, one-to-one guidance that builds both knowledge and confidence.
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How Strong History Skills Open Doors to Leading Universities
History is far more than just remembering dates; it's a discipline that builds formidable academic skills. When your child learns to analyse complex sources and construct a compelling argument about, say, the fall of the Roman Empire, they're developing the exact critical thinking that top universities prize. This isn't just about passing exams. It's about teaching them to question, to reason, and to write with conviction—skills that will give them a distinct advantage in applications and future careers, whether in law, policy, or journalism.
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The Right History Support for Your highbury-london Child's Ambitions
Imagine a tutor who quickly understands exactly where your child is struggling with their essay technique, or what part of the syllabus leaves them feeling lost. Our tutors are more than just subject experts; they're mentors who build a genuine connection, helping your child see that they really can master the material. It’s that personal belief that turns a tricky subject into a favourite one, and it's why 90% of our students improve by at least one grade.
We craft lessons around your child's specific goals. Is it nailing the source analysis for their GCSEs? Or perhaps developing the nuanced arguments needed for A-Level success? A session could focus entirely on structuring a perfect essay on the Tudors or debating historical interpretations of the Cold War. This isn't generic revision; it's targeted support designed to deliver tangible results and build unstoppable confidence.
And it all happens online, fitting seamlessly into your busy family life in Highbury. No stressful journeys across London after school, just convenient, focused learning from home. This flexibility means your child in Highbury can connect with the very best History tutors from across the UK, not just those who happen to live nearby. It's expert support, built around you.
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9 History tutors in Highbury London:
£31/hr
5.0
Anna C
Engaging and supportive History tutor
I’m an experienced Maths, History, Economics and Drama tutor, dedicated to inspiring confidence and ensuring my students have an excellent understanding of all the material we cover. After achieving A*AA in my A levels (Economics, History and Maths) I studied Economics and History at The University of York, gaining a 2:1. My love of maths led me to compete in many UK Maths Challenges. I have dozens of revision techniques that I’m keen to share with those facing a large workload across many subjects. I am keen to tie learning points to real world examples to help solidify understanding. As a dys...
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£70/hr
4.6
Kathryn B
Enthusiastic and Experienced History Tutor
English Literature is a fascinating subject that requires curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity. As an experienced teacher, I am dedicated to inspiring my students to express their opinions, challenge my interpretations of the text, and be challenged in return. I have taught both Secondary and A-level students and enjoy exploring the world of literature through my students' unique perspectives.I am also passionate about history and hold an A-level in the subject. The study of literature and history share many similarities, similar to how physics and maths are connected subjects. I enjoy...
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£62/hr
5.0
Freya C
Experienced History tutor
Hi, I’m Freya! I currently work at a school in East London, and before that I completed a masters in Early Modern History at Jesus College, Cambridge. I graduated from the University of York with a first-class degree in History in 2023. At college I studied the International Baccalaureate, passing with 42 points (Higher subjects: History, Philosophy, English Literature). I have tutored since I was at college. I now specialise in history tuition for GCSE and A Level exams. History is a rewarding, world expanding subject, and I encourage my students to develop their own historical interests within t...
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£108/hr
5.0
Lina H
Professional and inspiring History and English tutor
Maths is usually the subject students struggle with most at school mainly due to the lack of individual help during lessons. Students often don’t ask for help when faced with a topic they find hard and so they develop gaps in their learning, which in itself become problematic later on. In my opinion the first objective of private tutoring in maths should be to systematically deal with those gaps, which are usually identified within the first couple of lessons. Once the gaps are covered, we can then proceed to cover the necessary course material based on individual requirements.I have extensive e...
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£85/hr
5.0
Augustus D
Accepting new Easter revision students for History
*Taking on new students for Easter holidays revision period - 13+ Common Entrance, GCSE/IGCSE, and A Levels*• 7+ years' experience private tutoring• Tutoring full time, with flexible daytime availability • Trained at prestigious education group, Pembroke Tutors • Studied Theology and Philosophy BA at Durham University • Knowledge of current UK exam specifications and scholarship pathways• Enhanced DBS checkedHaving been trained at a renowned tutoring agency in central London, I am well equipped to aid your child in getting into the schools they aim for and building their confidence i...
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£54/hr
5.0
Ethan G
Award-winning researcher: have taught History for years.
Iwork with the world's leading Professors across institutions such as The Department for Education, The British Cabinet, Harvard, Stanford, Oxford, and Cambridge. My research has been award-winning, I publish in magazines and newspapers for general audiences, and have tutored students across several elite schools (Harrow, St. Paul's, and Westminster Schools).My lessons aim to fast-track your essay writing skills.I have had enormous success having tutored hundreds of students. My approach is unique and specialised, knowing that most people are never taught in detail how to get their ideas onto paper...
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£47/hr
4.8
Joanna C
History Tutor - A Cambridge medic helping you reach your potential
Hello, My name is Joanna. Currently teaching GCSE English and Drama in a local school, I have been working as a freelance tutor for the past 15 years. Outside of education, I am a writer and have worked with theatre companies in a variety of roles. Originally working with students dealing with SEN and integration into main stream schools, I've experience working with early learners all the way through to A Level. This includes preparation for SATs and grammar school entrance exams. My specialist subjects are English and Drama, which I teach to A Level. I am also able to teach certain topics in...
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£162/hr
5.0
John M
Specialist teacher offering History tutoring
I teach English language from primary up to GCSE level. I teachEnglish Literature set texts used by exam boards such as AQA, Pearson Edexcel, Eduqas, and OCR. I also teach the Pearson Edexcel iGCSE and the Cambridge English First Language iGCSE.I work with students with entrance examinations, from 7 plus up to 13 plus.I teach students studying English as a Foreign Language(ESL) who are taking the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) I’m a specialist trained SEN teacher, with a wealth of training and experience working with neurodiversity, including autistic, ADHD and dyslexic s...
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£24/hr
5.0
Ajhar A
History tutor
I have 6 years tutoring experience teaching English (GCSE) (Literature or Language), covering a range of texts, and History ( GCSE & A-Level). I have taught these subjects under exam boards AQA, Edexcel or OCR.In terms of teaching style, I focus heavily on exam preparation and essay writing. I work on developing your writing skills as a focal point. I will also cover the content of the subject, with the aim of completing it before your school term. This way we can work on any areas you are struggling to grasp. I expect my students to meet any deadlines I set and put in the required effort to maximise...
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Richard J
A fantastic tutor. patient, knowledgeable and very supportive. my son has made great progress.
Sam M
12th Apr 2026
Joshua V
Absolutely fantastic help, was completely lost with my dissertation before but he helped me all the way through to the submission date, couldn't recommend enough!
Ben F
9th Apr 2026
Ethan G
Absolutely fantastic help with my dissertation, in both the writing and research, couldn't recommend enough!
Ben F
26th Mar 2026
Amira K
Very helpful
Jeyarani A
15th Mar 2026
Josh W
Josh is a rare gem! He is knowledgeable and enthusiastic about History while also being a kind, encouraging and supportive tutor. He makes History enjoyable.
Tee R
10th Mar 2026
Axel K
When my daughter faced some difficulties during her A level history course, we decided that she needs some help. I found Alex on one of the online tutoring platforms. We took a couple of lessons and my daughter’s tests results improved so much. But of the challenges was that we are from different language backgrounds. I didn’t believe it was possible to find someone who can explain the subject for a kid not speaking English language. Surprisingly it all worked perfectly! Alex is extremely helpful and supportive tutor. He always sends additional materials to study and the lesson obviously goes far beyond 1 hour online on the platform. I definitely can recommend Alex as a tutor with high attitude to a subject, reliable person and love to what he is doing!!!
Ksenya B
8th Mar 2026
ROSEANNA F
Rosie was first rate, she really helped our daughter through a tricky bit of History A Level coursework. Highly recommended!
Tim T
5th Feb 2026
Hywel B
Hywel is an excellent history tutor who really helped our daughter to understand course content she had missed. He is extremely knowledgeable, enthusiastic & supportive. He knew our daughter well enough to adopt the approach to learning that was best for her & even went out of his way to help with a uni application. We are grateful for his input & would highly recommend him.
Kirsty C
1st Feb 2026
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Absolutely. Many of our History tutors are graduates from leading universities themselves and have extensive experience helping students with their university applications. They can help your child develop the advanced analytical and essay-writing skills needed to write a standout personal statement and prepare for potential interviews.