The 6 Best A Level History Revision Resources
We've compiled a shortlist of the best resources to use to boost your knowledge and confidence in the run up to exam season.
Learning and revising History is made easy with these comprehensive and free resources. Our list of the top 6 includes podcasts, quizzes, flashcards and many more resources to support your A Level studies.
1. Mr Allsop History
Created by a top History teacher, Mr Allsop’s website offers informative podcasts and videos for students studying at A Level. The website is really useful for those studying the French Revolution. Mr Allsop takes students through every topic in detail, from the Origins of the French Revolution, through the Reign of Terror and up to the surrender of Napoleon.
2. Revision World
A comprehensive list of revision tips and resources for all A Level History topics. Whether you're studying Communism in Russia or British Politics in the 20th century, this site has lists of key facts for every historical period.
3. S-cool - The Revision Website
A great resource for those studying the Tudors at A-Level. S-cool tell the story of important figures such as Thomas Cromwell, Anne Boleyn and the Duke of Norfolk. Each page details their rise to power and subsequent fall, including important dates, family members and key facts. They also recommend further reading options on each page!
4. Brainscape
Flashcards and digital revision guides all in one place! These packs of online flashcards are created by verified educators and subject experts to help you revise efficiently and learn key History facts fast.
For example, you can find a range of flashcards on British Political History, conveniently broken down into sections like ‘Race and Immigration’ or ‘Thatcher’s Economics’.
5. History Learning Site
This site is an amazing resource for a huge range of history topics; from Medieval England to the Vietnam War. For each topic there’s an extensive list explaining all the important facts and timelines in detail.
Set up by Chris Trueman, a dedicated History teacher, the site continues to provide students with fantastic History information in his memory.
6. Get Revising
Part of the Student Room, Get Revising offers great resources for revising A Level History. You can filter by your exam board, subject matter and resource type to find the perfect revision materials.
Choose from flashcards, cause and effect tables, quizzes and much more. Approved by teachers and used by thousands of students!
If you're looking for extra help with your A Level studies, browse our top History tutors here or for more detailed advice call us on 020 3950 0320.
