Harbour Humanities
Online tutoring for IB humanities students in Hong Kong
Harbour Humanities supports IB students in becoming confident, inquiring thinkers who engage critically with humanities subjects. Our approach cultivates the skills and dispositions central to the IB learner profile: developing principled communicators who reflect thoughtfully on complex ideas, take intellectual risks in their writing, and approach global issues with both knowledge and care.
Sessions are designed to strengthen subject understanding, refine academic writing, and prepare students for assessment in alignment with IB criteria and the broader aims of international education.
Subjects and assessment support
Subjects
- Geography
- History
- Global Politics
- Business Management
- Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS)
- Psychology
- Sports, Exercise and Health Science
- Sociology
- Philosophy
Assessment support
- Internal Assessments (IA)
- Extended Essays (EE)
- Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
Who we work with
We work with IB students at international schools in Hong Kong who are seeking to deepen their engagement with humanities subjects and develop greater confidence as independent learners and writers.
Our tutoring complements school teaching and operates within IB academic integrity expectations, supporting students in developing their own voice and understanding rather than providing shortcuts or formulaic approaches.
Tutors
Simon Lightman
Co Founder and Tutor
Humanities educator specialising in philosophy, politics, and social sciences, with experience supporting IB students in developing rigorous argument, critical analysis, and reflective writing across essay based subjects and IB assessments.
Subject specialities: Philosophy, Psychology, Sociology, Global Politics, History
Mark Hooley
Co Founder and Tutor
Humanities educator with extensive international experience supporting IB students, with particular expertise in Geography and interdisciplinary humanities. Focuses on helping students develop spatial thinking, synthesise evidence, and engage with real world issues through an IB lens.
Subject specialities: Geography, Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS), Business Management, Sport Science
How tutoring works
All tutoring is delivered online, making it accessible and flexible for students across Hong Kong.
Scheduling is arranged to suit Hong Kong time zones and individual student commitments.
Sessions are shaped around current coursework, upcoming assessments, and the particular areas where students want to develop greater depth or confidence.
Frequently asked questions
How much does tutoring cost?
Fees vary depending on the subject, level, and session format. Please contact Simon or Mark directly to discuss your specific needs and receive a personalised quote.
How long are tutoring sessions?
Sessions are typically structured as one-hour or ninety-minute blocks, depending on the student's needs and the nature of the work being undertaken. Longer sessions may be appropriate for extended essay or internal assessment development.
How do I book a session?
Contact either Simon or Mark directly via email or WhatsApp using the details provided in the Tutors section above. We'll arrange an initial conversation to discuss your goals, availability, and how we can best support your learning.
What makes your approach different from school teaching?
Our tutoring complements classroom learning by providing individualised attention, targeted support for specific assessments, and space for deeper exploration of concepts. We work within IB academic integrity expectations, helping students develop their own voice and understanding rather than providing formulaic approaches or shortcuts.
Contact
For enquiries about availability, subjects, and fees, please contact Simon or Mark directly using the details provided above.