This is really detracting from the topic but here goes, NicePuppies:
Wasnt trying to pretend am anything im not, and as far as i can see i havent? Well, your profile (as no doubt everybody has had a look now) states under 'Licence Type': ATPL(H). It doesn't really matter on the grand scheme of things, but do you hold an ATPL(H)? Please don't confuse it with either a CPL(H) or a PPL(H). These things are important to pendants like me.
And I'm sure the CAA can provide you with a hardback version of LASORS, if you're willing to pay for it. It's always just easier to download the pdf version from caa.co.uk. I should, of course, provide you with a link to help you but frankly I can't be bothered to do the search for you. I'm sure that you can manage by yourself.
Back to the original topic (once again). If I was to rank the various schools according to personal experience and anecdotal evidence (ie what I've heard on the grapevine) then in my opinion, I would rank them as follows:
Residential:
1. Oxford (Old and established, might be faltering at the last fence).
2. PGT @ Kemble (Young filly, ridden by ex-Oxford jockeys).
3. Cabair (Rank outsider)
Distance Learning
1. BGS (Out in front by a length. Favourite with the crowds).
2. Oxford (see above).
3= Cabair & PGT. (Not even sure if they are in this race).
This is all, of course, IMHO.
B73