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Living in a city with such a proud naval history, you want your child to feel connected to the past. But you also know the pressure is on, whether they're aiming for a place at Portsmouth Grammar School or preparing for a demanding degree at the University of Portsmouth. You worry if their grasp of historical analysis is strong enough.
What if your child in Portsmouth could connect with a History specialist from across the UK, right from your home? One-to-one online tutoring provides exactly that – targeted, expert support that builds the critical thinking skills they need to truly shine.
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From Naval Heritage to Future Success
History is more than just remembering dates; it’s about learning how to think critically. For a student in Portsmouth, surrounded by landmarks from the Mary Rose to the D-Day Story, this is a unique advantage. The right tutor can help your child move beyond just seeing these sites to deeply analysing them, questioning sources, and building compelling arguments. These are the exact skills that catch the eye of top sixth forms and are essential for success at university and beyond.
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It starts with a tutor who truly understands where your child is getting stuck. Is it structuring an essay? Interpreting a tricky source? Our tutors take the time to get it, creating a supportive space where your child feels comfortable asking questions. It’s about replacing that feeling of 'I can't do this' with the quiet confidence of 'I understand'. We’ve seen it happen for over 200,000 students.
Imagine a lesson focused entirely on what your child needs. One week, they might be breaking down Tudor propaganda; the next, they could be mastering the essay technique needed for top GCSE grades. This isn't a one-size-fits-all approach. It’s personal, responsive teaching that turns confusion into clarity and helps them make real, measurable progress towards their goals.
Because it’s all online, that expert help fits right into your family’s life in Portsmouth. No extra travel after a long school day, no geographical limits. Your child can learn from a specialist in medieval history or a modern history expert, all from the comfort of home. It’s flexible, effective support designed for modern families.
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6 History tutors in Portsmouth:
£93/hr
5.0
Jessica P
History Highly experienced, friendly tutor
Not only am I a supportive and encouraging teacher, with many years of experience as a qualified teacher but I also work for the Department for Education as an Education Consultant which means that my lessons are highly effective. I have prepared fast track courses to support students from the age of 5 right through to masters university level.I am fortunate enough to be an Examiner of KS2, GCSE and A-Level providing me with detailed insight into a range of exam boards as well as working on university-based assessment panels.I have enjoyed many years of work as a private tutor on a 1:1/small group...
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£40/hr
5.0
Lorraine N
History Tutor - Here to ensure success and excellent grades for all levels
I have 5 years tutoring experience and have completed a BA Hons and Masters Degree in History. I have a passion for history, which is conveyed to the students. I can provide tutoring on content for history across all time periods until the present and can also teach techniques for essay writing and preparation for exams.I am friendly, very easy to get along with, hardworking and professional. My tutoring style is to inspire a passion for history and develop styles adapted to the students needs to retain information and reach their full potential. I have a vast knowledge of the curriculum across...
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£50/hr
5.0
David H
Experienced & Qualified Primary School History Teacher (11+ & SATs)
Hi there! I'm David - a fully qualified primary school teacher with over 10 years teaching experience. I've taught children with SEN, EAL, behavioural problems and gifted children, across all primary stages. In the past 2 years, I have been tutoring online.Most of my teaching has been in Year 6, specialising in getting children ready for the 11+ exams (English, Maths, Verbal & Non Verbal) and SATs papers (Reading, SPaG & Maths). I know how tricky and confusing it can be for children - and parents - in the lead up to these tests. Whilst tutoring online, I have been specifically focusing on bridging...
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£50/hr
5.0
Abigail H
Enthusiastic and Patient History Tutor
Hello! My name is Abigail and I have been a Humanities tutor for the past five years and will formally train as a teacher in the autumn. My own qualifications include a PGCert from Cambridge University in architectural history. I studied my undergraduate degree at the Courtauld Institute of Art, where I earned a First Class in History of Art. I tutor secondary school pupils in English Literature/Language, History, History of Art, Classical Civilisation and Sociology. I can help students grasp a deeper understanding of their subject to achieve those higher grades.For those requiring tutoring for...
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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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£47/hr
5.0
Cristian T
Energetic History Tutor
Hello, my name is Cristian I am philosophy Graduate from the University of Glasgow. I have a passion for learning and teaching. For 8 years after my degree I have been giving Spanish and maths tutorial sessions for young people of different age groups. ( 11 - 24) Not only for exam practice but also for intellectual personal development.In relation to my teaching method I would preplan the lessons in accordance to the objectives of the student. Whether that is preparing for a maths exam it would be centered around exam practice papers, note taking, memory exercises. I also offer spanish speaking...
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Eloise S
Eloise is a great tutor for my AQA A level NEA Coursework, helping me go from 20/40 to 33/40. Her effort, lesson planning and analysis were especially useful and helped me understand how to construct my arguments in accordance with the mark scheme on a higher level. She was also great for my Empire and Weimar Germany courses
Luke L
3rd May 2026
Julian W
Julian is an extremely helpful and thorough A-level History tutor. He has great subject knowledge and goes to a lot of effort to mark and give clear, detailed feedback on my essays. After 3 lessons with him I feel that there has been a significant improvement in my essay writing skills. He has really shown me how to improve my exam technique and what the examiners are looking for - well beyond what teachers at school ever taught me! Highly recommend :)
Suzanne S
2nd May 2026
Gavin C
Gavin was a great tutor for my AQA A level NEA Coursework, helping me go from 20/40 to 33/40. His effort, lesson planning analysis were especially useful and helped me understand how to construct my arguments in accordance with the mark scheme on a higher level.
Luke L
30th Apr 2026
Christopher B
My daughter is really enjoying her lessons. Really helping her confidence and grades! Many thanks
Poppy H
28th Apr 2026
Paul H
Paul is such an amazing and experienced tutor, he's immensely helpful and resourceful in supporting my daughter through her A-Level journey. His broad knowledge in the syllabus is evident through the way he prepares the class in advance. Not only does he ensure that my daughter is best equipped with the knowledge she needs but also consolidates her confidence with exam techniques. My daughter has seen consistent improvement in her writing and grades ever since she started learning from Paul,I highly recommend him as a tutor.
Joe H
24th Apr 2026
Alexandra M
Wish we had found Alexandra sooner! She has taken on board all our requests to help prepare our son for his A’level history exam, and provides detailed feedback after the sessions with plenty of encouragement. Highly recommend .
Amy M
21st Apr 2026
Andrew D
Andrew is an amazing tutor!! at the beginning of year 13 I was finding history incredibly difficult and felt defeated. I was on E's and C' but with Andrew's help I have been able to achieve A/B grades. Andrew is very intelligent, patient, kind and supportive which made me enjoy history and not feel stuck. His intelligence on my topics was super helpful and has made me feel so confident in myself. I would seriously recommend him for tutoring as he is consistent and lovely!!
Wesley J
21st Apr 2026
Sarah K
My son has been working with Sarah for the past few weeks and it’s going well. Sarah is great with communication and keeping me up to date with progress. My son finds the lessons really helpful and is already benefitting from the extra support. Highly recommend.
Sarah L
19th Apr 2026
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Absolutely. Many of our History tutors are experienced in preparing students for entrance exams and the high academic standards of schools like Portsmouth Grammar. They can focus on developing the precise analytical, source interpretation, and essay-writing skills required to stand out.