Louisa

I am a fully qualified and experienced History teacher with a BA (Hons) 2:1 in History and a PGCE in Secondary Education, supported by an exceptional 26‑;;year career dedicated to academic excellence. With 19 years of experience as an examiner for AQA and Edexcel at both GCSE and A‑;;level, I offer unparalleled insight into exam technique, assessment criteria, and the precise skills students need to achieve top grades.

Across 21 years of classroom teaching and five years of full‑;;time online tutoring, I have built a proven track record of transforming student performance. My learners make rapid, measurable progress, and they consistently secure the highest grades, often surpassing their predicted levels.

I specialise in supporting home‑;;educated students, guiding them through the full GCSE or A‑;;level course with expertly structured schemes of work, comprehensive resources, and examiner‑;;level feedback. My approach blends academic rigour with personalised support, ensuring every student receives a tailored learning experience that matches their individual style, pace, and goals.

Every lesson I deliver is meticulously planned, intellectually engaging, and rooted in the belief that History is a vibrant, dynamic subject. I create an inspiring learning environment where students feel confident, motivated, and fully equipped to excel.

Working with me you will benefit from:

Clear, engaging explanations of even the most challenging historical topics.

Step by step guidance to master argumentation, analysis and evaluation.

Proven revision strategies that turn knowledge into top‑;;;;;grade performance.

A tutor who genuinely cares about your success and knows how to get you there.
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All resources including full revision guides shared each lesson.

Every lesson I deliver is meticulously planned, intellectually engaging, and rooted in the belief that History is a vibrant, dynamic subject. I create an inspiring learning environment where students feel confident, motivated, and fully equipped to excel.

Why choose me?

AQA and Edexcel examiner.

AQA A level coursework moderator.

Exam‑;focused approach including source analysis, interpretations, thematic revision and high‑;impact essay structures.

Outstanding results – every student reaches high grades, often surpassing predicted levels.

Personalised teaching tailored to your learning style, strengths and goals including, source analysis, interpretations, thematic revision and high‑;impact essay structures.

Supportive mentoring that builds confidence, clarity and academic independence.


Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or would like to arrange a free video chat.

Availability: I am available from 8am-8pm Monday-Thursday

I also offer weekend lessons when required.

Willing to travel: 10 miles

Experience: I have experience tutoring GCSE for the following exams AQA, Edexcel and Edexcel international. Educas, Cambridge and Cambridge international. For A level I have tutored AQA, Edexcel, Edexcel international and Cambridge. I have also supported A level students with their history coursework.
I have worked one to one with home schooled students who have completed their full GCSE and A level history courses with me as well as small groups.

As a former Head of Year and Head of Sixth Form I understand how stressful GCSE and A levels are, therefore, it is crucial to understand each students needs and ensure that every lesson is individually tailored specifically to them. I am able to quickly identify gaps in subject knowledge and focus my lessons towards this as well as consolidating exam technique.

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