The Training Place of Excellence

What The Training Place of Excellence does

The Training Place of Excellence is a UK non-profit training provider operating from two physical centres in New Cross (London) and Gillingham (Kent), offering professional accountancy qualifications (AAT Levels 1-4, ACCA across Foundations through Strategic Professional, and ICAEW ACA), plus vocational programmes in OCR Business Administration, Customer Services, and Health & Social Care. It serves two primary customer segments: adult learners seeking career advancement or a change into accounting (with no prior experience or overseas credentials needing UK validation), and 16-24 year-old apprenticeship candidates. The company also places apprentices with employer clients, functioning as a recruitment intermediary for SMBs.

The core technology is a learning management system with video-based distance learning (recorded sessions, live chat with course mates, downloadable materials, online exam booking) that complements in-person classroom delivery capped at 18 learners per cohort. The most differentiated operational capability is the integration of guaranteed work placements with chartered accounting firms (up to 18 months) into training packages, bundling qualification delivery with practical UK work experience, references, and CV/interview support.

The revenue model is built on course tuition fees (ranging from £150 for short software courses to £3,000 for AAT Level 4 full packages, with payment plan options), distance learning subscriptions, examination booking fees (£110 per exam), work placement packages (£475-£1,350), apprenticeship recruitment fees, room rental, and contracted delivery of Adult Community Learning courses for Royal Borough of Greenwich and London Borough of Merton. Marketing is conducted through educational blog content, organic social (Facebook, X), SEO, and community learning partnerships, while delivery uses both direct classroom instruction and self-serve online learning.

Name

The Training Place of Excellence

Legal name

The Training Place of Excellence Ltd

Website

https://thetrainingplace.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Training Place of Excellence is a UK non-profit vocational training provider operating two centres in London and Kent, delivering AAT, ACCA, and ICAEW accountancy qualifications plus apprenticeships in business administration, customer services, and health & social care to adult learners and 16-24 apprentices, with bundled chartered-accounting-firm work placements.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Accounting Training and Vocational Education

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Apprenticeship Training (611513)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Finance, Accounting & Risk (CFA/CPA/FRM) Certifications (EDAAANAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Accounting & Finance Certification Prep (CPA, CMA, CFA, FRM) (EDANAIAD), Credentialing, Certification Prep & Exam Training (BPACANAJ), Finance, Banking & Capital Markets (EDAAAPAG)

Keywords

• Professional accounting training
• AAT courses
• ACCA courses
• Apprenticeship programs
• Distance learning

Headquarters

HQ city

London (New Cross)

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Course Tuition Fees: Fees charged for AAT, ACCA, ACA classroom and distance learning courses at various levels. Prices range from £200 to £3,000 depending on course level and delivery format. Payment plans available with deposits ranging from £300 to £1,000.
2. Examination Fees: AAT and OCR exam booking services at £110 per exam for Levels 2-4, with additional fees for synoptic units and Saturday exams
3. Work Placement Fees: Fees for work placement packages bundled with training courses, ranging from £475 for 2 short courses with 5 months placement to £1,350 for all 6 short courses with 12 months placement
4. Room Rental: Training rooms available for rental at both London and Kent centres, subject to availability

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Training Place of Excellence is a non-profit training organisation that delivers professional accounting qualifications (AAT, ACCA, ACA), accounting software training (Sage, Xero), Health & Social Care courses, and vocational apprenticeships. Training is delivered via classroom sessions at two UK centres (London and Kent), online distance learning, and work-based apprenticeship programmes, with guaranteed practical work placements at chartered accounting firms bundled with most courses.

Product overview

The Training Place of Excellence is a non-profit training organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of professional qualifications and vocational training programs. The core offering centers on accounting qualifications (AAT, ACCA, ACA) delivered through classroom, distance learning, and apprenticeship formats, supplemented by specialized software training (Sage, Xero) and work placement services. Additional programs include Health & Social Care qualifications, OCR Business Administration and Customer Services, and community learning courses. The company operates two physical centres (London and Kent) and provides integrated services including exam booking, CV workshops, and guaranteed work experience placements with chartered accounting firms. The portfolio architecture follows a layered model where core professional qualifications serve as the primary offering, supported by vocational software courses and wrap-around employability services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) Courses Professional accounting qualification courses at Levels 1, 2, 3, and 4, offered as classroom, distance learning, or apprenticeship programmes with guaranteed work placements in chartered accounting firms.
• ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) Courses Professional accountancy qualification spanning Foundations, Applied Knowledge, Applied Skills, and Strategic Professional levels, available through classroom training or apprenticeships.
• ACA (ICAEW Chartered Accountant) Courses Chartered accounting qualification from ICAEW offered at Certificate, Professional, and Advanced levels, available as apprenticeship programmes.
• Sage Accounting Software Training Training courses for Sage 50 (desktop) and Sage Cloud accounting software at Levels 1&2 and 3, plus Sage Payroll certification, available as online or classroom training with work experience placements.
• Xero Accounting Software Training Cloud-based accounting software training for Xero at Levels 1&2 and 3, plus Xero Payroll, delivered as online training with work placements.
• Health & Social Care Courses BTEC qualifications in Health & Social Care at Levels 1, 2, and 3, plus Healthcare Support apprenticeships, designed for careers in care settings.
• Apprenticeship Programmes Work-based study programmes in Accounting (AAT), Business Administration (OCR), Customer Services (OCR), and Healthcare Support, lasting at least one year with guaranteed work placements.
• Distance Learning Programmes Online learning option across all AAT qualification levels and accounting courses, featuring live video streaming, recorded teaching sessions, and virtual mentor support with flexible scheduling.
• AAT/OCR Exam Booking Services External and internal exam booking services for AAT and OCR qualifications, available at London and Gillingham centres on set exam dates, with fees of £110 per exam.
• CV & Interview Workshops Half-day workshops providing CV building, interview preparation, and employability skills training, offered free with bundle course bookings.
• Adult and Community Learning (ACL) Courses Fully funded courses through Royal Borough of Greenwich and London Borough of Merton, including Accounting Work Experience, ICT, Business Administration, Financial Literacy, and Freelance Bookkeeping.
• ESOL Courses English for Speakers of Other Languages courses at Entry Level 1-3, focusing on reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills for adult learners, delivered via community learning partnerships.
• Short Accounting Courses with Work Placement Bundles Discounted course bundles combining Sage, Xero, and other short accounting courses with extended work placement periods of 5, 9, or 12 months, with savings of up to £150.

Quantifiable outcome

• Earnings potential £10,000 to £24,000 per annum for AAT Level 2 graduates
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• St Mary's ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner accounting firm providing guaranteed work placement opportunities for students. Students completing distance learning courses can obtain work experience at this firm. Subject to receiving two references, placement is guaranteed.
• Chartered Accounting Firms (Various)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNetwork of chartered accounting firms providing practical work experience placements for training attendees. Students shadow chartered certified accountants and work on live client accounts. Placements available across all AAT levels and short courses.
• Royal Borough of Greenwich - Greenwich LearnscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCommunity learning partnership providing fully funded adult courses through the Royal Borough of Greenwich's adult community learning provision. Courses include Accounting Work Experience, ICT Practitioners, Business Administration, and Financial Literacy.
• London Borough of Merton - Adult and Community LearningcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCommunity learning partnership providing fully funded adult skills courses including Preparation for Work, Business Administration, Essential Digital Skills, and ESOL courses.
• AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccredited AAT training provider offering AAT qualifications at Levels 1-4. Students can earn up to 15% more than unqualified staff upon qualification completion.
• ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccredited ACCA training provider offering Foundations, Applied Knowledge, Applied Skills, and Strategic Professional level courses.
• ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccredited ACA training provider offering Certificate, Professional, and Advanced level ICAEW ACA qualification.
• OCR (Oxford Cambridge and RSA Examinations)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvider of OCR Business Administration and Customer Services NVQ qualifications at Levels 2 and 3.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves2 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Avado: UK-based online professional education provider offering AAT, ACCA, and apprenticeship programmes via live online classes. Directly comparable in professional accounting certification delivery and target learner demographic.
• Kaplan Financial: UK-based accounting training provider offering AAT, ACCA, and ICAEW courses via classroom, live online, and on-demand formats. Directly competes with TTPE for accounting qualification students in London and across the UK.
• Open Study College: UK online learning provider offering AAT, ACCA, and bookkeeping courses at price points typically below classroom-based providers. Directly comparable in target learner segment and pricing model for online courses.
• Reed Training: UK training marketplace and provider offering AAT, bookkeeping, and apprenticeship programmes alongside job placement services. Comparable in combining training with employment outcomes for adult learners.
• ICS Learn: UK-focused online distance-learning provider offering AAT, ACCA, and bookkeeping qualifications. Directly competes for career-changer students seeking flexible online accounting training without in-person placement.
• Pitman Training: UK vocational training provider offering AAT, bookkeeping, Sage, Xero, and office-skills courses through a national network of centres and online delivery. Directly comparable in course portfolio and target learner segment.

Broad incumbents

• London School of Business and Finance (LSBF): London-based professional education provider offering ACCA, AAT, and MBA programmes through classroom and online formats. Competes in the same London market but operates at much larger scale with a broader portfolio.
• BPP Professional Education: Large UK professional education group offering accounting, tax, and law qualifications with multiple London and regional centres. Broader portfolio and significantly larger scale make it a broad incumbent rather than a direct niche peer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Training_Place
• Facebookfacebook.com/100087078664490
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-training-place-of-excellence

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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