I went to Stapleford a few weeks ago to check it out. I'm sure its a very professional outfit, but for me I felt something wasn't quite right.
I went there just for an informal chat about CPL/IR training, yet rather than going for a tea or coffee together to discuss, I was sat in an office with the head of training, and it just felt as though I was in an interview. I also felt the head of training was rather arrogant, I got the vibe that I was just taking up his time.
Don't get me wrong, I've not done any training there. The above opinion is expressed purely on first imprssions. For me though, one of the most important things about an FTO is the "approachability" of the training staff, and I just didn't see that there.
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