Originally Posted by
Heston
Flight schools go bust much much more frequently than any other business that you'd pay up front for a service that you expect to be provided over an extended time period. I know, and have taught, five people who have lost between them many thousands of pounds each at different schools (over 20 years granted).
And Mary's advice is good. I've no time for those who dismiss gliding. You'll be a better pilot for having done some.
That's as may be, however, if flying a glider costs you money, and you want to spend money for your powered flight licences, and none of the hours count towards a PPL, there won't be many takers. Aviation is expensive enough as it is, without splashing money about on other avenues than the one you are interested in.