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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I purchased the analytical course, it started well but when I reached the job placement it was a complete shamble. They promised real experience and if performed well a potential job position, what I... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This was an incredible experience. I have always been an independent learner and this course has really allowed me to independently learn whilst also offering any help which I needed along the way. Th... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As a law graduate, I went ahead with the Paralegal Trainee Programme. Alongside the academic knowledge I had, this programme has provided the practical side of the legal work. Notes are easy t... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Got a phone call saying they would offer me a job but i lacked experience so they could offer me a training program with costs around £2000 and i saw the red flags straight away, went and searched thi... See more

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  1. Career Coach
  2. Education Center
  3. Recruitment Service
  4. Training Centre

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Bradstone Allington provides quality training with job placement support suitable for all skill levels across a variety of industries including law, business, accountancy, education, human resources, facilities management, digital marketing and web design. We turn entry-level candidates into industry professionals with the relevant work experience. This includes training plus work experience for students and professionals seeking to develop their existing skills and qualifications, as well as companies looking to train their staff. The job market today is more competitive with fewer roles available and a surge of graduates, employers no longer select candidates based on their academic achievements. To make an impact as a candidate you need to stand out from the crowd, this is what Bradstone Allington specialise in. Our job placement programme will turn trainees into professionals when it comes to having the relevant work experience and expertise required to excel in the industry. If you are looking to enrol on to our work placement programmes, please contact us and we can assist you all the way. Suitable for, Graduates, school leavers or can just be a change of career. We are here to help teach you the theory side and practical to prepare you for the real life job market.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I would highly not recommend anyone to you

I would highly not recommend anyone to use this program. This is daylight robbery. I joined the program and they all sounded professional at first and I did an interview as well and they promised me training and a career at the end.

There was absolutely no support through out the training. Poor material too. I took the exams which I had to retake over and over. As I thought this was all worth it for my career.
I have not heard anything from the day I sent them my certificate. I sent emails to raise a complaint but they were all ignored. I have wasted my money and time with them. These companies should be banned. Worse it was too late to opt out. I Need my money back please!!!!!!! As this was no good to me at all. The career team never even did a follow up.

I regret even taking up the training with them. I don't just mean to put a nasty review for fun, but this is coming from a disappointed heart. I signed up in 2023 and it's been 2 years now. I have even finished paying the 28 month direct debits and gone down the drain for nothing. This is just to help other people out there that this is not the company to work with at all. I wish I could put 0 star.

10 October 2025
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Reply to the Original Review Reply

The reply (which came a year later) didn't adequately address my original review dated 18th February 2022, but instead, unsurprisingly, tried to deflect. The reason I 'struggled' with the exam was because as I stated in my original review the material was inadequate in preparing for the exam.

I'm an Oxford graduate and have 9 first time ACCA passes (self-studied), so I know when material isn't appropriate (maybe this is to encourage retaking in order to make more money from exam fees). There were a significant number of questions in the exam that you simply couldn't answer correctly based on the material provided without it being a fluke (which isn't the case with ITonlinelearning), this is why I didn't even bother to retake and continue despite paying so much money as I was that unimpressed.

There's no point offering extra support when the material could have and should have corresponded better with the exam. I'm only talking about the Excel exam as I didn't sit the others. The purpose of my review isn't to simply discredit Bradstone Allington, but to help prospective applicants make an informed choice and, if possible, encourage a more efficient course provision.

As for the hands-on practical training, this can be done without real client files and still using various software packages as I did with KBM, training you can put on your CV even if you weren't placed, so you're guaranteed to get something for the money you pay.

I've seen that you've received quite a few 1-star reviews and if you don't want to receive even more, I would advise taking heed and addressing certain issues as opposed to simply excusing them.

24 October 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

My experience with Bradston Allington…

My experience with Bradston Allington was deeply disappointing and financially wasteful. I enrolled based on their key promise: guaranteed job placement after completing the Accounting programme.

After paying the fees and finishing the course, this promise proved to be completely empty. There was no job support, no career guidance, and no tangible results to speak of. The "job guarantee" was merely a marketing tactic.

The training quality was equally poor. The modules were all pre-recorded videos with no clear explanations or opportunity to ask questions. It felt like an impersonal and cheaply assembled product, not a professional educational experience.

Despite this lack of value, their finance department is very active, sending frequent and demanding payment reminders.

I feel misled and cheated. I invested money hoping to build a career, but all I received was inadequate training and broken promises. I strongly advise potential students to look elsewhere for a reputable and transparent institution.

23 October 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great guidance and support

The staff and course tutors were always responsive and willing to answer any questions. I was able to follow along and complete the accounting training course in 4 months thanks to their support.

24 June 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scam

Got a phone call saying they would offer me a job but i lacked experience so they could offer me a training program with costs around £2000 and i saw the red flags straight away, went and searched this company on reddit and saw people had faced the exam same scam calls. Do not pay this company a penny.

19 May 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SCAM COMPANY; NOT WORTH TO SIGN UP

Sold me a program promising moon and stars. Assured job interviews.
All the promises made over call (no email or brochure) so that in future it can never be verified as the call recording won't be provided to the investigating agency.
Work placement is a joke. Completely fake and useless.

Worst part, when you realise you have wasted your money opting this course it will be too late to ask for a refund which you won't be getting anyway and you have wasted your time and efforts in a hope to secure a job and build career.

Companies like this should be banned.

21 August 2024
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Reply from Bradstone Allington

Hi,

I am unsure of your identity, but the review you have written is inaccurate. We provide all students with emails containing brochures and written evidence of our services. If you would be willing to disclose your identity, I would be happy to provide proof of this.

Regarding your claim that the work placement was fake, this is also incorrect. However, if you believe you had a negative experience, I would be more than happy to investigate this matter for you.

Kind regards,

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very respectful and supportive staff

Very respectful and supportive staff. Gave a clear and thorough breakdown of how the programme works, what is to be expected, how I can get help and explained many of the benefits.

Specifically Abdul, my career coach has been extremely helpful and supportive in guiding me through the course, by giving me regular updates and checking up on my progress; even providing me useful tips to get through the coursework.

Highly recommended the Accounting programme at Bradstone Allington for those looking to further career development and gain invaluable skills and knowledge

15 January 2025
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Reply from Bradstone Allington

Thank you so much for sharing your feedback! We're thrilled to hear that our team, especially Abdul, has been able to support you effectively throughout the programme. It’s great to know you found the breakdown of the programme clear and helpful, and that you’ve felt supported along the way. We're proud to be part of your career journey and grateful for your recommendation! Wishing you continued success as you move forward with your development.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bradstone Allington- an amazing mentor at your pace

Bradstone Allington is one of a kind. I was always in a state of confusion when I, as an international student graduate in London was overwhelmed with too many accounting courses and training centres in and around London. The initial phase was numerous telephonic conversations with the course representative and finally had an interview with one of the career consultants of Bradstone Allington to get selected in the process.
After I joined the accounting program, there was an efficient website of the accounting courses including the Ms Excel, Sage 50 and Xero accounting software. The course was rigorous but with plenty of resources and modules from beginner to advanced levels as the course progresses. Everything that I learned was from the resources that were provided by the Bradstone Allington course and tutor support and were in the line with the UK and the international accounting practices and framework . After completing the course I was pretty confident about how the UK firms operate their overall accounting activities in modern software so that everything is line with the accounting framework and provided every accurate results to both businesses and the stakeholders involved.
I am proud that I joined Bradstone Allington in my late career due to the confidence built up by the tutor and the rigorous course that it provides with plenty of resources to build up your accounting skills and horizon.

5 December 2024
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Reply from Bradstone Allington

Dear Utsav,

Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful and detailed review. We are absolutely delighted to hear about your positive experience with Bradstone Allington! It’s fantastic to know that the course helped you navigate through the complexities of accounting, especially as an international graduate in London.

We’re glad that the resources, including the MS Excel, Sage 50, and Xero software modules, were useful in building your confidence and skills. It’s rewarding to know that the course, along with the support from our tutors, aligned well with UK and international accounting practices, and that you now feel confident in your knowledge of how UK firms operate.

We are proud to have had the opportunity to assist you in your career journey, and we truly appreciate your kind words about the program. We wish you continued success and are always here if you need further support in the future!

Kind regards,

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great skills

Key skills are enhanced through the rigorous training program.

11 December 2024
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Thank you

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I had an absolutely terrible experience…


I had an absolutely terrible experience with Bradstone Allington’s recruitment team. I completed my placement in march 2023. They promised me a permanent job after completing the training I paid for, but this promise turned out to be empty. Despite repeated follow-ups, all I received were excuses and no real opportunities.

To make matters worse, the CV they drafted for me was subpar and did not meet professional standards. It was clear that they weren’t invested in helping me secure a role, despite all the reassurances they gave in the beginning.

I trusted this company to deliver on their promises, but they completely failed to do so. I would not recommend them to anyone seeking genuine career support or training.

1 January 2024
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Reply from Bradstone Allington

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are truly sorry to hear that your experience with Bradstone Allington did not meet your expectations.

We strive to provide all our participants with accredited qualifications, valuable work experience, and ongoing support to help them on their career journey. While we aim to connect participants with as many job opportunities as possible, we must clarify that securing a permanent role ultimately depends on your performance during placements, as well as the hiring decisions of our clients.

That said, we understand how disappointing this experience has been for you, and we would like to address your concerns directly. The CV we provide is intended as a strong starting point, but we’re happy to work with you to make further revisions if needed. Additionally, we are committed to supporting you in applying for roles and leveraging our network to create opportunities, as your success benefits us both.

We value your feedback as it helps us improve our services. If you’d like to discuss your concerns further or explore how we can better support you moving forward, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly at [email protected].

Best regards,
Bradstone Allington Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

my personal experience

I recently finished an Accountancy Trainee Program with Bradstoneallington and was impressed by the overall quality. The course materials are well-organised and simple to follow.  This course covers all of the essential subjects, with detailed explanations and real-world examples. Whether you are starting out or looking to improve your existing knowledge, the course gives a solid foundation and helpful insights. The use of hands-on exercises helped to reinforce essential concepts. The video and audio quality were outstanding, and the visuals used in the course helped me understand the topic. Whenever I had questions or required clarification, the Tutor support responded quickly and provided useful feedback.

28 November 2024
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Reply from Bradstone Allington

Dear Zainab,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with our Accountancy Trainee Program. It’s fantastic to know that the course materials were well-organised and easy to follow, and that the real-world examples and hands-on exercises helped reinforce key concepts.

We’re also pleased to hear that the video and audio quality, as well as the visuals, enhanced your understanding of the topics. It's great that you felt supported by our tutor team and received quick and useful feedback whenever needed.

We truly appreciate your kind words and are glad to have played a role in your accounting journey. Wishing you all the best as you continue to build on the foundation you’ve gained!

Kind regards,

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Paralegal Practice Management

Everyone at Bradstone Arlington was amazing at providing information when it came to the course. The response from my personal tutor was very good as well. They were very efficient in answering any questions and helping me throughout the whole process.

I look forward to taking on more courses with them.

Thank you!!

2 September 2024
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Reply from Bradstone Allington

Dear Sukhmani,

Thank you for your kind review! We’re so pleased to hear that your experience with our Paralegal Practice Management course was positive. It's wonderful to know that our team and your personal tutor were efficient in providing the support and information you needed throughout the process.

We’re excited that you’re looking forward to taking more courses with us, and we can’t wait to continue supporting you in your learning journey.

Thank you once again, and we wish you all the best in your future courses!

Kind regards,

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Computing skills

I found the course to be helpful in improving my abilities in using Excel and Sage 50 so far.

11 October 2024
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Thank you for the feedback

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I purchased the analytical course

I purchased the analytical course, it started well but when I reached the job placement it was a complete shamble. They promised real experience and if performed well a potential job position, what I found was a "mentor" that showed up once a week, showed how use common platforms (Google sheets, draw.io) and the rest were pre recorded lessons. Even if it was a great person spending 2.000 pounds for tutorials that I could of find on YouTube is outrageous, I don't recommend.

24 June 2024
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Reply from Bradstone Allington

Thank you for your feedback. We are genuinely sorry to hear that your experience with the job placement didn’t meet your expectations.

Our partnership with clients for work placements has been highly effective over the years, providing valuable real-world experience for many of our students. While we understand that your personal experience may not have matched the standard we strive for, we would like to assure you that the mentor-led sessions and practical tasks are designed to simulate workplace environments and prepare students for future roles. Many students have found this combination of hands-on tasks and support invaluable in securing employment.

That said, we take your concerns seriously and will review this with our team and client to ensure we maintain the high quality of placements our students expect.

Thank you again for bringing this to our attention

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

My course consultant is Abdul Bah he…

My course consultant is Abdul Bah he has been really helpful during the introduction of the course and he still makes sure that eveything is going on well by checking on me regularly and the necessary advice I am so happy to have him as my course consultant.

10 September 2024
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Reply from Bradstone Allington

It's wonderful to hear that Abdul Bah has been such a great support to you! It's clear that he's dedicated to your success, and it must be reassuring to know he's always checking in and offering helpful advice. Having a supportive course consultant can make a world of difference, and we're so glad you're having such a positive experience with him. Keep up the great work, and don't hesitate to reach out if you need anything further!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The course quality

Very good programme. I like the course structure which is easy to follow and very simple to understand. I am a law graduate and took this programme to wider my opportunity to proceed further with my carer.

2 October 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Aiming for excellence

Legal profession is all about continuous learning and keeping yourself updated. Bradstone Allington's Paralegal Management Programme is structured to enhance the skills needed for a modern day Paralegal aiming for career excellence.

5 September 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Experience

It was great experience at Bradstone. Trainee Accountant Course gave me all required knowledge and skills as the course is designed in simple and easy way to understand. Thanks to fully supportive tutor who made my career path easy.

26 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Training program

The training program with Bradstone Allington truly helped me further improve my skills along side teaching me new topics which I can now use in practice. The course was very thorough and taught you almost everything there is to know. I definitely recommend Bradstone Allington for their courses, thank you for the opportunity and a big thanks to the team who helped me out every step of the way.

2 August 2024
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