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I’ve been studying with Ideal Schools since April and couldn’t be happier with the experience. The tutors provide detailed, thoughtful feedback that genuinely helps me understand and improve, and t... See more
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The lessons are really well explained, each one building on what you know in a very logical way. There's lots of little assignments and tests to make sure that you've grasped everything. The mock exam... See more
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Fantastic Payroll Management Course! I wanted to learn how to calculate payroll manually in case the software breaks. Brain in the office helped me organise monthly payments. It was easy to learn remo... See more
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About Ideal Schools
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Formed in 1983, for over four decades Ideal Schools have provided thousands of students with skills that are essential within EVERY business. Specialising in home study, all courses are fully tutor supported where personalised help and guidance is supplied via telephone, email and our award winning social media groups.
Our main course ranges cover professional qualifications with ICB, AAT, and CPD Certification Service, ensuring students are prepared for either employed or self-employed opportunities.
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Excellent online support
Excellent online support and response to queries. Study materials very thorough.
25 July 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
Thank you for your kind review, Helen. We are delighted that you considered our course and support service were worthy of 5 stars.
The IDEAL Team
Great experience
Great experience. The course is great and the tutors are amazing! Always available to help, and take time to explain any queries thoroughly until you feel comfortable. Would highly recommend
25 July 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
Thank you for your kind review and recommendation, we really appreciate this. You have worked so hard for your qualifications and we are delighted that we've been able to guide you toward your exam success. Best of luck with the remainder of your qualifications.
The IDEAL Team
Excellent training provider
The team at ideal schools have been amazing. They have assisted well where need, patient, knowledgable and the response times are excellent. Brian has been great the whole way through the course and now onto payroll where Nicky has also been amazing. I have had a few training providers in the past and this is definitely the best one I have used. Highly recommend.
25 July 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
Hi Daniel, thank you for your latest review following your Level 3 Bookkeeping exam successes. We repeat this often, but we appreciate the effort you put into your training and only too pleased to step in to help when needed. keep up the good work.
The IDEAL Team
Ideal Remote Learning Experience Provided By Ideal People!!!
Having completed ICB Level 2 Bookkeeping with Ideal in March I started Level 3 straight away. Completed Level 3 last month and as always Ideal have been an incredible support! Always returning assignments, providing feedback and answering questions extremely fast! I would never have made the speedy progress and straight run of distinctions without their support, encouragement and efficiency! I found my "ideal" tutor and admin team with Ideal and very glad I chose them! Not only do they know their stuff and are professional but they're super friendly and great craic which always helps when you hit a wee low confidence or brain block moment! The student support social media groups are excellent too! I literally never feel alone on this journey despite being physically alone most of the time studying remotely! I am just about to finish the Payroll Diploma and excited to get my Level 4 Advanced Bookkeeping & Accounting started with Ideal! Thank you Brian, Sheila and ALL the tutors for helping me so far on my career change journey at 42 years of age!! If anyone is thinking about doing this GO FOR IT! And please choose Ideal Schools, best investment in yourself and your future you can make!
25 July 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
Hi DeeGee, your progress is amazing and you should be very proud of everything that you have achieved so far. You have a determination to succeed and we're delighted that your study is going so well.
The IDEAL Team
I had a great experience with Ideal…
I had a great experience with Ideal Schools! From the very beginning the tutors were very available and very helpful in explaining bookkeeping concepts and answering any questions I had! All assignments were marked and returned to me by the next day! A special mention goes to Brian who was extremely helpful to me throughout my studies and always took the time and patience to explain things very very clearly whenever I called!
14 June 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
We're delighted to read that your experience has been so positive, and thank you for your 5-star review. Our tutorial team strive to be approachable and we work hard to turn assignments around quickly to help students maintain momentum. We are so pleased you feel you have benefitted! Best wishes,
The IDEAL Team
Ideal Schools was very supportive while…
Ideal Schools was very supportive while studying my course, the feedback from tutors/admin was really helpful. I would definitely study with Ideal Schools again.
10 May 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
We're delighted to read that your experience has been so positive, and thank you for your 5-star review. We work hard to ensure that feedback is individualised and are delighted you feel you have benefitted from this. We wish you all the best and will be here if you would like to undertake further study with us.
The IDEAL Team
Thank you for a great course and…
Thank you for a great course and amazing support throughout. The quality of the contents is superb, I was well prepared for the exam and past it with 99% result, I've received amazing support from the office and Brian (my tutor) was very knowledgeable about the subject matter and all of my questions were answered quickly.
I will continue my study with Ideal Schools.
4 June 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
We appreciate your review, Agnieszka, and are delighted you felt that our courses and services were worthy of a 5-star rating. We'll continue to work hard for you in the coming weeks and months as you move through your level 3 Bookkeeping course. Many congratulations on your fantastic success in Level 2.
The IDEAL Team
Fantastic support
Fantastic support - either via e mail or direct telephone.
I took quite a long time to complete my studies so after each break things were always rather rusty in my head. The Ideal team were always on hand to help out. They were brilliant at making sure you understood and never made you feel like your question was a daft one….
1 June 2023
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Reply from Ideal Schools
Hi Anna, and thank you for your fantastic 5-star review. Home study offers great flexibility in study for students, and you used this perfectly to suit your own lifestyle. You worked hard to pass your level 2 & 3 Bookkeeping exams and we thank you for that, and congratulate you on your exam success, where you are now a Certified Bookkeeper. CONGRATULATIONS!!
The IDEAL Team
Amazing training provider
Ideal have been amazing always on hand to help if I have a problem or need extra assistance in my learning. Can't recommend enough to people looking for a provider on the ICB courses.
4 June 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
Thank you for your kind review and for your recommendation. You've made a brilliant start to your study and we wish you well as you move through your next level.
The IDEAL Team
I have used Ideal Schools for many
I have used Ideal Schools for many, many years and they have been the perfect partner to help and guide me through my ICB qualifications. Always helpful, always friendly and a fab career built on the back of it
5 June 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
Thank you for taking the time to review your study, Helen. It's been fantastic seeing how your practice has grown on the back of your study, and you've still managed to complete your study despite being so busy. You deserve great credit for that and we thank you for your hard work. We look forward to seeing Adder Bookkeeping going from strength to strength in the coming years.
The IDEAL Team
I have used Ideal Schools for all my…
I have used Ideal Schools for all my courses and I can't fault them.
Everybody is extremely helpful from enrolling right through to the tutors and then for issuing certificates.
Nothing is too much trouble and the assignments are all back within 24 hours of submission.
No question is daft and they help you through every step of the way.
Thank you so much to everyone
22 May 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
We're delighted to read that you experience has been so positive, Michelle, and we thank you for your 5-star review. Our staff work hard every day to provide students with the support they deserve, and it's great you've felt the benefit from that. We wish you every success in your new career as a Professional Bookkeeper.
The IDEAL Team
Ideal schools are Ideal!!
Ideal schools definitely deserve the reputation that they have!
The support they offer throughout the course is amazing, and nothing is ever too much for them. After failing an exam and feeling very deflated, Brian took time to speak to me personally and ensure I understood what had gone wrong and prepare me enough to pass the next exam only a few days later!
I can’t wait to continue with my studies up to level 4 and all the add on’s with Ideal
4 June 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
Hi Troy, thank you for taking the time to write your 5-star review. We really appreciate your feedback.
We are delighted you are enjoying your experience, and that we are providing the right sort of support you feel you need.
We will ensure this level of support continues as you continue on your home study journey with us! It is a team effort and we are always here to help and encourage our students.
Good luck for the next stage of your studies.
The IDEAL Team
Great learning provider
Ideal Schools has been fantastic. I wasn't sure what to expect from going back to studying but the team made it very easy. Everyone was not only friendly, supportive and patient but interested in your progress. The study materials were good quality, easy to follow and comprehensive while assignments were marked quickly with really useful feedback. I won't hesitate in using Ideal Schools again for further study.
31 May 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
Hi Sarah, thank you for taking the time to post your 5-star review. We really appreciate your feedback.
It is so good to hear that you have felt that you have had the required support and encouragement from us all here. We do genuinely care how our students progress. We are also pleased to get your feedback on our study materials.
We would be delighted to support you with further study going forward and are happy to chat about this with you any time.
Best wishes.
The IDEAL Team
Great support from tutors and via…
Great support from tutors and via Facebook pages. Very quick to respond to any questions. Comprehensive learning.
31 May 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
Hi Rachel, thank you for your 5-star review. We really appreciate your feedback.
We are delighted you are enjoying your experience, and that we are providing the correct standard of courses and support for your requirements.
We will ensure this level of support continues as you continue on your home study journey with us.
Best wishes.
The IDEAL Team
Coursework materials are comprehensive…
Coursework materials are comprehensive and easy to understand. Tutor feedback is prompt and very helpful.
10 May 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
Thank you for taking the time to review your study experience, Rebecca. Your feedback is gratefully appreciated by everyone here.
The IDEAL Team
Thank you Ideal Schools
I have studied L2 and L3 with Ideal Schools. They have been fully supportive throughout my journey. They are very responsive to marking assignments and with queries. Looking forwards to completing the L4 with them
10 May 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
Thank you for taking the time to review your study, Rachel, we really appreciate it. Congratulations on everything you have achieved so far and good luck with Level 4.
The IDEAL Team
Great materials and support
Friendly and supportive team quick to respond to queries. Study materials available on paper which I prefer to 100% digital. Would highly recommend
10 May 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
Hi Lauri, did we ever mention to you we won an award for Friendliest College at the last ICB awards? :-).......we're delighted your study is going so well and we promise to continue to support you to the same high standard for the remainder of your study.
Thank you for your review and recommendation
The IDEAL Team
Reply from Ideal Schools
Thank you so much, Yvonne. That's quite an endorsement for a home study training provider! We're delighted you felt supported throughout your study. Congratulations on your exam successes.
The IDEAL Team
Enjoyed my journey with Ideal Schools
I have been studying with Ideal Schools on and off for a number of years and I have absolutely no regret making this choice.
The tutors and admin staff have been more that helpful and are always there when you need them and i have never felt like I cant ask a question no matter how silly it may seem.
3 May 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
Hi Jackie, thank you for taking the time to review your Payroll Management CPD course, and for your 5-star review. We really appreciate your feedback.
It's great that you keep coming back for more training as this shows you are enjoying your experience, and that we are providing the correct standard of course and support for your requirements.
We will ensure this level of support continues as you move onto your next course of study....good luck from....
The IDEAL Team
Completed the Bookkeeping ICB Platinum Package with Ideal schools.
I would highly recommend Ideal school for the ICB qualifications.
The course material and tutor support has been fantastic, and I managed to complete the whole course and achieve the full member status within a year.
The tutor support that I received from each of the course module tutors has been excellent
and my assignments were returned within 12-24 hours.
At times when I wasn’t feeling entirely confident, the Ideal school team were only a phone call away and no matter who I spoke to, they were always so encouraging and incredibly supportive that I never felt alone in my journey to study and pass my exams.
Brian, Sheila, Al, Nicky, Caryl, Scot, Marion and the rest of the team all made it possible for me to achieve my qualification, so a big thank you to you all.
I would highly recommend Ideal schools to anyone looking for a distant learning provider with the assurance that you'll get excellent study material and student support. After all they were the deserving winners for the largest and friendliest training provider of the prestigious 2022 Luca awards!
5 April 2023
Reply from Ideal Schools
Hi Saema, your journey has been a joy to witness, where you have excelled in every exam you have undertaken. To complete what you have (13 exam passes) in under one year is a true testament to your dedication to your study. Thank you for your hard work and for taking the time to review your overall training, we are delighted you were happy with your entire support team. We wish you every success in your new career as a Professional Bookkeeper.
The IDEAL Team
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