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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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£70/hr
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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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£39/hr
5.0
Sam L
Primary History Teacher
Hi! I am Sam or Mr Li - I don’t mind what you call me! I completed a degree in BEd Primary Education at the University of Winchester in 2021, achieving QTS (Qualified Teacher Status). I then became primary school teacher with 2 years experience in year 5. I specialise in Maths, English, French and Physical Education.➕➖✍️🇫🇷🏃‍♂️ I have recently started tutoring my partners daughter which has helped me to realise how much I miss teaching! This has mainly been in maths where I have been teaching her how to use coins in real life contexts. This involved laying out coins, adding and subtracting them usi...
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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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£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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£62/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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£85/hr
5.0
Simon B
Head of History at high achieving private school
**I am currently fully booked to help students with exams this summer (2025). However, I am taking books now for students taking exams in the summer of 2026. Message me now as my available places fill up quickly. Please do not add your own bookings- I prefer to have a free chat first to discuss a plan to help your child.**I have been a teacher of History for over 15 years.During this time I have gained extensive knowledge of most of the major GCSE topics that are covered by AQA, OCR, and EDEXCEL.I also have an excellent understanding of the exam criteria and how to support students in developing...
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£36/hr
4.8
Richard J
Enthusiastic History tutor
I hold an upper second class degree in Modern History from the University of St Andrews. The history department at St Andrews is consistently rated as one of the top five history departments in the UK. During my time there, I studied under some of the foremost scholars in the country. Though my MA is in Modern History, I took modules in ancient and medieval history as well; as a result, I have built a broad base of knowledge in the subject. Moreover, I read widely in my spare time and, thus, continue to expand my knowledge of the subject. Over the past seven years, I have tutored pupils at a number...
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Ethan G
Absolutely fantastic help with my dissertation, in both the writing and research, couldn't recommend enough!
Ben F
26th Mar 2026
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Amira K
Very helpful
Jeyarani A
15th Mar 2026
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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
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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
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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
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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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Benedict D
Benedict is a true find! He’s made History interesting for my daughter, she’s learnt more in a month than she has at school all year. He’s patient, makes it fun & gives feedback. Well worth it.
Grace H
29th Jan 2026
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George A
So far so good.Really good knowledgeable tutor .Very happy we chosen George , helps to improve with History A levels.
S.Gaubys 1
19th Jan 2026
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