GCSE Humanities

Struggling with GCSE History or GCSE Geography?


Many students face challenges like remembering key facts and dates, structuring essays effectively, or interpreting exam command words like “analyse” and “evaluate”. Balancing theory with case studies, along with managing time during exams, can also be difficult.

Our coaching provides personalized strategies to help you master these skills and excel in both Geography and History.

Typical example of a Personalised Action Plan

  • Session 1

    In your first section, we will build on the core concepts of and your understanding of history and geography, whether it's geographical processes or historical timelines.

  • Session 2

    In your second session, we will take a look at case studies and examples that you can use to support your answers in exams.

  • Session 3

    Your third session is when we'll begin to improve your exam technique and source analysis, interpreting sources and data.

  • Session 4

    In your fourth session, we will begin to improve your long answer questions and essay writing, structuring and writing essays effectively and linking ideas together.

  • Session 5

    In your fifth session, we will identify which revision techniques, creating a personalised revision strategy to maximise your learning and create more "Mic Drop Moments".

✺ Frequently Asked Questions ✺

  • We cover all GCSE History topics, including key historical events, chronological understanding, and specific case studies from British, European, and world history, tailored to your syllabus.

  • We assist with Geography case studies by breaking down each one into key points, helping you understand how to apply geographical theories and concepts to real-world examples.

  • Yes, we focus on essay structure, teaching you how to construct well-organized, analytical responses that directly address exam questions and historical sources.

  • Our coaches provide guidance on map reading, coordinate interpretation, and understanding geographic features, so you're prepared for both practical and theoretical map-related questions.

  • We offer memory techniques and strategies to help you retain key dates, events, and names, ensuring you can recall essential information during exams.

  • Yes, we simplify complex geographical processes such as erosion, weathering, and tectonic activity, making them easier to understand and apply to different exam questions.

  • We provide time management tips for essay-based questions, teaching you how to effectively plan, write, and review long answers under timed conditions.

  • Our sessions emphasize critical thinking, guiding you to analyze historical sources, identify bias, and form well-supported arguments in response to exam prompts.

  • Yes, we train you to interpret geographical data, including charts, graphs, and statistics, and how to apply this information to case studies and data-response questions.

  • Our peer-led approach means your coaches have recently excelled in these subjects, offering relatable and fresh strategies that make studying History and Geography more engaging and manageable. We focus on small steps that lead to long-term success, ensuring clarity and understanding.