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It might be a parents' evening that didn't go to plan, or a mock result that’s left everyone worried. When dates, sources and treaties all blur into one, it's hard to know how to help your child make sense of GCSE History.
Our Tutor Finder does the work for you. Answer a few questions about your child and we'll recommend a small, handpicked shortlist of tutors we'd genuinely back. Even when you can't help with the subject, you can still help them find the right person.
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When history stops feeling like a battle
With the right person, GCSE History can change from a list of dates to remember into a subject that clicks. Suddenly, your child has a space to ask questions they might not ask in class, and starts seeing the connections between topics.
This new confidence makes a real difference when it comes to exams, and opens doors for their A-Level choices. We match tutors to your child's specific exam board, so every lesson is relevant to what they learn at school.
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Most families have their first session within days. It's a relaxed chat to get to know your child. If it isn’t the right fit, our First Lesson Guarantee means we find another tutor, no charge.
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101 History GCSE tutors:
£62/hr
5.0
Claire D
Very experienced English, History teacher
I am a full-time online tutor with 16 years’ secondary-school teaching experience, five years teaching EFL abroad and nine years tutoring full time.I teach History at KS3, GCSE and A level, covering OCR, AQA and Edexcel specifications. My GCSE experience includes the Cold War, Migration, Anglo-Saxon and Norman England, Elizabethan England, Crime and Punishment, Medicine Through Time, Germany and the USA, 1954–75. A-level topics include the Tudors, Russia 1851–1953, Mao’s China, Industrialisation, Franco’s Spain, Fascist Italy, the Crusades, the English Civil War, Modern Britain, the French Revolutio...
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£47/hr
5.0
Victoria Beatrix F
History are my life!
I did my BA in Classical civilisations (majors: Greek, Latin) at the University of Basel and my MA in Ancient Greek and Ancient Near East Studies (archaeology and languages, i.e. Hebrew and Arabic) also at the University of Basel yet spending one semester at the Humboldt University of Berlin and the Free University of Berlin during an ERASMUS exchange during my MA. I then completed my DPhil in Classical Languages and Literature at the University of Oxford (Lady Margaret Hall) with a thesis on Classical Lingusitics. Last but not least, I did an MPhil in Theoretical and Applied Lingustics at the...
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£36/hr
5.0
Holly F
Understanding and Passionate History tutor
Hello! My name is Holly and I am an experienced KS3, A level and GCSE tutor, particularly for English Language,Literature and History. Im eager to guide and understand students to get the best out of their ability and help them not only thrive in their subjects, but thrive as a confident and knowledgable individual. I hold two A's at A level in the subjects above, and three Grade 9's at GCSE level. I have studied texts like Romeo and Juliet, Frankenstein, A Christmas Carol, Hamlet, Blood Brothers, and have studied in depth about Elizabeth I, Nazi Germany, Witchcraft, Russia, Britain and WW2. In...
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£24/hr
5.0
David J
Experienced History Tutor
When it comes to History, I have always loved the subject, leading me to secure my place at the University of Leeds and to follow through my degree and gain a 2:1. While doing so, I had a fantastic time living in Leeds, which is why I came back to live here. My focus was on the British Empire, but having studied History all the way through school and university, my experience with the subject is very broad. For example I studied Britain from 1880-1980 and Nazi Germany at A Level, and American foreign policy and race relations and the Russian Revolution at GCSE. History is one of the most important...
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£43/hr
5.0
Cheryl K
Engaging, patient & adaptable history tutor History
I am a specialist History tutor with a PhD in History, and I bring both academic expertise and four years of dedicated tutoring experience to every lesson. Having taught at university level and supported students across AQA, Edexcel and OCR at both GCSE and A‑level, I understand exactly what examiners are looking for, and how to help students reach those top grades with clarity and confidence.My approach is calm, engaging and highly adaptable. No two students learn in the same way, so I tailor every session to individual needs, whether that means breaking down complex ideas, strengthening essay s...
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£54/hr
5.0
Paul H
History Tutor - Supportive tutor with proven track record
Summer 2026 - I now have availability to take on students for the coming academic year please contact me for a friendly chat to make sure I can meet your needs for A Level or GCSE HistoryI am a highly experienced History teacher with thirty-fiveyears’ experience in teaching both GCSE and A level History and I have been teaching online for over ten years.I am passionate about my subject and enthusiastic in my aim to engage with students at all levels boosting their confidence as well as their knowledge and skills,I tutor and teach all the major exam boards AQA, Edexcel, OCR and Cambridge, my subject s...
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Find a tutor Elandra G
Elandra is a really great tutor who I would highly recommend as she takes her time to explain the content, ensuring you both know how to apply and understand it. She also aims to push you to achieve the best results by targeting weak areas and mistakes ,making her an incredibly effective tutor.
Elitsa B
21st Aug 2026
Ryan B
Ryan is really engaging, patient and encouraging. In the few sessions with my daughter, he has really boosted her skills and confidence. The feedback that Ryan provides in lesson is helping her to cement her learning. Would really recommend Ryan to anyone looking for a knowledgeable solid teacher who supports his pupils brilliantly.
Emma M
14th Jul 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
Lewis D
Lewis is an absolutely outstanding tutor whose cooperative, encouraging, and highly organised approach has made a world of difference. He supported my daughter throughout her GCSEs, completely transforming her confidence in a subject she previously found incredibly difficult to grasp.
Right from our very first session, Lewis brilliantly assessed her main areas of weakness.
He has a fantastic ability to break down complex, daunting topics into digestible, bite-sized pieces. Within a remarkably short space of time, he began building her skills up step-by-step.
Thanks to the flawless structures and thorough model answers he provided, even the daunting 16-mark questions became second nature to her.
I cannot recommend Lewis highly enough—thanks to his incredible support, my daughter's exam worries are officially history!
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Salma A
10th Jun 2026
Amelia T
Amelia was fantastic for my daughter on the approach to her GCSE history. She was kind and easygoing so made the lessons both useful and interesting. Would highly recommend!
Claudia T
9th Jun 2026
Alexandra M
Very supportive tutor. Spends time and effort in order to meet students wants and needs, when struggling with the subject. Also, makes the lesson very engaging and she has a lot of knowledge about both History GCSE and A-Level. I definitely recommend!
Maha M
8th Jun 2026
Shannon S
Shannon has been an outstanding tutor and as a parent I genuinely couldn’t have hoped for better. She has supported my son not only during lessons but also outside lesson time, guiding him through his GCSE History preparation with real care and commitment. Her subject knowledge is remarkable and she covered the full content quickly while boosting his confidence and exam readiness. I’m certain her efforts will reflect in his results. Thank you so much, Shannon.
Chaitali C
8th Jun 2026
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