i understand what he's saying.
my first flight school was in SA and was an integrated uni course with a flying school... (by now you should have guessed which one it is)
spent about 35-40k on a private licence and had about 95 hours. ridiculous!!low hour instructors, no standardization, swapping instructors every flight. changed schools as soon as I had the PPL. Best thing I did. went to a country aiport (one man band) and did the CPL and ME-CIR - loved it!
don't let them rip you off... do the research. In my very humble opinion, the smaller flying schools are much better. Remember you are a paying customer. make sure you're getting what you pay for.
PM me if you need any more advice.