Did my Perf A with Sandy Thompson (top bloke) back in Feb 2000 and walked out of the exam shed at Gatport Airwick with a smug grin on my face 30 mins before the end of time. Few weeks later the white envelope from the CAA arrived informing me of a first time pass with 100%. Top result for me and most of the guys on the course.
Can't vouch for the nav's and techs - did those with Bristol Groundschool.