Ace your History Exams! History tutor with multiple degrees and over a decades experience in teaching at KS3, GCSE, A Level, Undergraduate and Postgrad level! Tailored lessons to suit all learners!

Find out more about Reece

• 1) When did you develop an interest in your chosen field and in private tutoring?

  My love for the humanities sparked back in school, fueled by a fascination with how stories, societies, and the past collide. I shifted into private tutoring over a decade ago when I realized that the "lightbulb moments" happen best with tailored support in a one-to-one format or small groups, away from the bloated nature of an oversized student classroom!

• 2) Tell us more about the subject you teach, the topics you like to discuss with students (and possibly those you like a little less).

  I dive into everything from the Tudor courts to the nuances of Shakespeare and the complexities of social class. I live for a heated debate on historical interpretations or sociological theories, though I’ll admit, drilling the "do’s and don’ts" of bibliography formatting isn't as fun getting into the heat and action of subjects the Russian or French Revolutions!

• 3) Did you have any role models; a teacher that inspired you?

  Absolutely—I had a teacher who spoke about history like it was a juicy gossip column and literature like it was a survival guide for life. They taught me that a subject isn't just a list of facts; it’s a lens to view the world through, and I try to bring that same infectious energy to every session.

• 4) What do you think are the qualities required to be a good tutor?

  Patience is the foundation, but a "detective’s eye" is what makes the difference—being able to spot exactly where a student’s confidence is snagged. You also need a healthy dose of creativity and the ability to pivot your explanation until it finally "clicks" for the learner.

• 5) Provide a valuable anecdote related to your subject or your days at school.

  I once had a student who hated Sociology until we analyzed the social hierarchy of their favorite reality TV show Spongebob Squarepants. Suddenly, complex theories of power and status became crystal clear! It taught me that any subject can be fascinating if you find the right "way in."

• 6) What were the difficulties or challenges you faced or still facing in your subject?

  The biggest challenge is always the "mountain of content" students feel they have to climb for GCSEs and A-levels. My job is to act as the Sherpa or the guide—helping them see that if they understand the core concepts and strategies to approach an exam, they don’t need to memorize the entire library to succeed.

• The biggest challenge is always the "mountain of content" students feel they have to climb for GCSEs and A-levels.

  My job is to act as the Sherpa or the guide—helping them see that if they understand the core concepts and strategies to approach an exam, they don’t need to memorize the entire library to succeed.

• 8) What makes you a Superprof?

  It’s the blend of multiple degrees, over a decade of "in-the-trenches" classroom experience, and a genuine obsession with seeing my students win. I don't just teach for the exam; I teach so you walk away feeling like an absolute expert in your own right.