CATS in house course (ATPL)
I know that I somewhat downstream of it all (ATPL theories all finished in 2007) but I found the same thing. Distance learning wasn't working, went for in-house. I don't want to say anything bad but due to staff turnover things were a little hectic. On the other hand, hanging around in close proximity with other students paid off dividends. Dr Stu knows his business and provides what he says he will but ultimately it's up to you.
Hopefully someone more current can gives more up-to-date view...