Simply Academy reviews

4.8 (1,767 reviews)
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Its trainers consistently turn complex financial subjects into clear, memorable and practical learning, using real industry examples, humour, stories and useful exam techniques. Attendees describe sessions as well structured, engaging and supportive, with tutors patient about questions and willing to explain topics again. They also value accessible digital materials, recordings, practice resources and responsive guidance around bookings and apprenticeships. The learning builds confidence for assessments and provides knowledge and skills they apply at work.

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The course was well-structured with plenty of interaction. The teacher was happy to provide additional support with specific questions and understood how different exam boards had different approaches. I would like the PowerPoint slides and practice questions from the teacher to be provided, as these are much easier and faster to go through than scrolling through hours of recordings, but the recordings themselves were provided so it's valuable to be able to refer back to them.

Amir J · 19 Aug 2026
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amazing service, good education platform would recommend

alisha a · 19 Aug 2026
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Pat was great!

Sara A · 19 Aug 2026
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With no formal training or exams for over 20 years, no previous background in the finance sector, and having never even read the course materials before starting, I’m incredibly proud to say I passed FRE1 with Merit on Monday! 🎉 And today, Tuesday, I’m ready to take on FRE2. None of this would have been possible without Simply Academy. Seven days of full immersion in all things Financial Services Regulation and Ethics, with fantastic teaching, support and guidance throughout. It’s been intense, challenging and completely outside my previous experience — but what a way to prove that it’s never too late to learn something new! Thank you so much for giving me back some confidence!

Sharran W · 18 Aug 2026
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Pat is great. I have done 2 courses with him now and can’t fault him. His years of real industry experience is nothing that can be taught and gives a great added layer of real life comparable to the context students are learning.

Charlotte B · 12 Aug 2026
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Excellent

Elizabeth B · 06 Aug 2026
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The content was good on the learning events and webinars, but overall there wasn't much interaction with other students on the course or any other coaches, other than a half an hour tutorial every 3 weeks.

Charlie M · 06 Aug 2026
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Pat's teaching style was excellent. He explained complex topics in a simple, easy to understand way and took his time to make sure everyone understood before moving on. The pace of the course was just right, and I left feeling much more confident for my exam.

Ellie S · 05 Aug 2026
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Fantastic

Bahadar P · 04 Aug 2026
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The course was very informative and interesting - kept relevant by Dave, who also gave us a lot of tips on how to remember specific things. It really helped me to understand the content properly and also to solidify knowledge that I already knew. There was a lot of interactivity and personally extremely helpful.

Netochka O · 03 Aug 2026
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