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We know the pressure is on. When you see your child's potential and know that a strong grasp of History is key for their next steps – whether that's aiming for a place at King Edward VI School or a spot at a Russell Group university – it's natural to want the very best support.
But what if that support felt less like pressure and more like a partnership? From your home in Southampton, your child can connect with a dedicated History specialist from across the UK. Someone who can turn confusion into confidence and help them build the skills to open those important doors.
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History Isn't Just About the Past – It's About Building Their Future
Mastering History is about so much more than memorising dates. It's about learning to think critically, to analyse complex sources, and to build a compelling argument – the very skills that top A-Level courses and universities demand. Imagine your child confidently dissecting primary sources on the Tudors or clearly articulating the causes of the Cold War. A great tutor can even bring the subject to life by connecting it to Southampton's own incredible story, from its role as a gateway for the Titanic to its resilience during the Blitz.
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A Collaborative Approach to History Success
It all starts with a conversation. The right tutor takes the time to understand exactly where your child is with History. Are they struggling to structure essays? Finding source analysis tricky? Or do they just need that spark of enthusiasm to see the subject in a new light? This isn't a one-size-fits-all lecture; it's a partnership built on understanding your child as an individual.
From there, each online session is a joint effort. Together, they might tackle a challenging GCSE past paper, breaking down exactly what examiners are looking for. Or they could use the interactive whiteboard to map out a complex timeline, making connections that finally click into place. It’s in these moments that your child doesn’t just learn facts – they build the confidence that they truly can do this.
And all this happens from your home in Southampton, on a schedule that actually works for your family. No travel, no stress. Just access to brilliant, background-checked History specialists from across the UK who are the perfect fit for your child's needs. It's the dedicated support they need, made easy for you.
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7 History tutors in Southampton:
£55/hr
4.9
Joe H
Professional History tutor with PhD
My name’s Joe and I am a full-time, professional tutor and have been offering expert tuition in A level History and Politics since 2014. I previously worked as a university lecturer and Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Modern History after completing my PhD in History in October 2021. As a result, I have an acute understanding of the skills required to study at advanced level, an insight I will provide to help you master your A levels.My approach to one-to-one tuition tailors to the individual needs of each and every student, enabling you to build on your strengths, identify areas for improvement, a...
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£40/hr
5.0
Kevin A
Experienced Qualified Mature History
RESULTS ORIENTATED: UNIVERSITY DIssertations - Guidance on structure , planning and argument.I have advised on subjects from micro- biology to religious architecture! I meet deadlines.A LEVEL History- Tudors- Stuarts 1603- 1714- French Revolution- Russian Revolution , Lenin, Stalin and Post war Teaching is very closely aligned to actual questions,I teach essay writing, and essay improvement. I happily explain the hard factGCSE ENGLISH Concentrating on critical analysis. language techniques,structure and commentary. The tutoring is very closely related to real exams using past papers to provide...
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£77/hr
4.9
Chloe A
Over 8 years of proven success teaching History
I hold a First-Class Bachelor’s degree from the University of Leeds, providing me with a strong academic foundation across English language and literature, mathematics, science, and foreign languages. My degree has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to deliver lessons that are not only academically rigorous but also engaging and accessible for learners at all levels.Over the past eight years, I have had the privilege of supporting students from primary school through to A-levels across all major exam boards, including AQA, Edexcel, OCR, and Cambridge. During this time, I have developed a...
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£45/hr
5.0
Alex R
Qualified, experienced and highly-rated History teacher.
Hi there, welcome to my profile,I’m proud to have 35 five-star reviews from parents and students who’ve seen real progress in confidence and grades — their feedback reflects the care and consistency I bring to every lesson.Need help preparing for exams? Want to improve assessment/examination grades? Want to feel more confident in lessons? Want to get into the university of your choice?Look no further — I can help. I have taught 1,250+ hours on this platform and have supported many students preparing for their GCSEs and A Levels. You’ll have access to all lesson content and materials 24/7 via your ...
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£150/hr
5.0
Michael G
Experienced History teacher and AQA examiner.
I am a fully qualified and committed English teacher with eighteen years’ experience in helping students prepare for their exams.I take a positive and supportive approach to learning, and it is not unusual for my students to make two or more levels progress in one academic year. To achieve this success, I equip students with strategies for each question and ensure that these skills are effectively developed in time for the exam.My specialism is English literature where I can draw upon a wide range of resources and expertise, particularly when helping students reach the top marks. I also have a...
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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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£39/hr
5.0
Peter W
Experienced History tutor
DO YOU FEEL LIKE YOU HAVE FALLEN BEHIND DURING THE FIRST YEAR?WHATEVER THE REASON, YOU MAY NEED SUMMER CATCH-UP CLASSES.I AM NOW TAKING BOOKINGS FOR THE SUMMER BREAK!I have taught A-Level Politics and History for over 20 years.In that time I have built up a large amount of experience of different topics, exam boards and subjects.Over the past year I have now completed over 1000 hours of online support for students studying GCSE and A-Level.So I have plenty of experience and I can turn my hand to anything (given advanced warning). In Politics, I have a specialist knowledge of the Edexcel spec and...
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Tony D
Tony was very helpful and supportive for my preparation in A level History exams.
yuki W
8th Jul 2026
Axel K
Always responds to messages and sends homework and other topics my son could read up on. Thank you Axel
Julie D
1st Jul 2026
Eloise S
We would really recommend Eloise as an A level history tutor. She is patient, encouraging and explains things in a really engaging way. Our son found her lessons interesting and well-planned. Eloise made sure our son felt confident for his exams. She also recorded lessons so he was able to refer back to lessons for his revision. We're really grateful for all her support.
Louise J
1st Jul 2026
Patrick S
Worked with Patrick on A level history. I have SEND, so needed someone dependable, with good interpersonal skills. Patrick fitted the bill entirely. Some of his strengths:
Provides really clear explanations; didn't make me feel inadequate for needing support.
Interactive teaching style; not a lecture, or reading out a prepared sheet. He has the knowledge, checks understanding and responds to the issues raised.
Good combination of professional and friendly; lessons were not a drain.
Flexible with times and dates. Timely responses to messages and 100% reliable.
I would highly recommend :)
Vivien F
23rd Jun 2026
Kevin A
Kevin was an incredible tutor throughout my Durham History degree and had a huge impact on both my academic confidence and success, particularly with my dissertation. His guidance, feedback, and support were always thoughtful, constructive, and encouraging. He was always able to reply super quickly, and he put in the utmost effort into every lesson.
He has a real talent for helping students develop their ideas and think critically, essentially enhancing your thought too. His enthusiasm for history and genuine investment in his students' success made a lasting difference to my university experience.
I am extremely grateful for all of his help and would highly recommend him to any student.
Christina J
23rd Jun 2026
Paul H
We had Paul H for 9 months in the second year of our son's A'Level History course. Paul is incredibly knowledgeable and experienced about all areas of our son's subjects. His lessons were information loaded but very digestible and tailored to our son's specific needs. Paul provided important information about exam structure and questions which was invaluable. We would highly recommend Paul.
Lucy W
21st Jun 2026
Jordan H
Jordan has done a great job helping my son with structuring answers to exam questions to get marks . He's patient, engaging and goes above and beyond in supporting my son's learning.(History GCSE, AQA)
Gail P
20th Jun 2026
Josh W
Josh was my daughter's GCSE History tutor earlier this year and leading up to her exams. She found his sessions to be very (very) helpful. Josh was extremely good at finding the gaps in her knowledge base and bridging this into exam questions and technique. She found Josh to be very kind, understanding, friendly and easy to speak with. Overall, she was super pleased. Thank you Josh!
Pankaj T
15th Jun 2026
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