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Funtech, LEGENDARY!!!

I first joined FunTech when I was seven in the junior launch pad, learning how to utilize the Microsoft Office programs and giving us really in depth tutorials on how to do things. The teachers were very comforting and encouraging by providing a safe environment for everyone but the best thing I'...

I first joined FunTech when I was seven in the junior launch pad, learning how to utilize the Microsoft Office programs and giving us really in depth tutorials on how to do things. The teachers were very comforting and encouraging by providing a safe environment for everyone but the best thing I've learnt from FunTech is essential for working: TouchTyping (the ability to type without looking at the keyboard). Five years later I'm still attending lessons!

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FunTech is...

Familiarity
Understanding
Nurturing
Teaching and
Empowering
Children to reach their
Highest potential

Highly Recommended

My son Mark has thoroughly enjoyed going to Funtech. He has achieved A Level Computing 2 years early. The staff's dynamic approach to teaching motivates pupils to achieve their full potential. I can highly recommend this organisation to others.

A Level Grade A – before his GCSEs!

Wow! My son Mike began studying A Level Computing at 13 and completed it with an A grade at 15, before even sitting his GCSEs. FunTech has been truly inspirational, setting him on a path toward what I know, as an IT professional, to be the best career in the world. They even helped arrange a w...

Wow! My son Mike began studying A Level Computing at 13 and completed it with an A grade at 15, before even sitting his GCSEs.

FunTech has been truly inspirational, setting him on a path toward what I know, as an IT professional, to be the best career in the world. They even helped arrange a work experience placement at Microsoft. FunTech repeatedly go the extra mile.

But how did we get here?

Mike’s mum found a FunTech advert, and we took him for an assessment. I was impressed, they weren’t just taking students regardless of suitability but ensuring the right fit. They saw potential in him that the 11+ had not.

Rather than the beginner’s course we had considered, FunTech recommended a more advanced path. Looking at the skills they suggested, I wished more of the CVs I received for my business had these very abilities, these were the candidates I hired.

Mike thrived, and one success led to another. Before we knew it, he was ready to take an A Level in Computing, before his year group had even sat their GCSEs!

The BIG decision

I was concerned, was he too young to balance this with schoolwork? Would he have the maturity to manage the demands?

FunTech was supportive, professional, and balanced, always clear that schoolwork came first. In the end, I backed Mike’s enthusiasm, and looking back, I am so glad I did.

A Standout Sixth Form Application

When applying for sixth form, we were constantly told that the key to securing a place was GCSE results, GCSE results, GCSE results.

While other parents worried about predicted grades, I asked how Mike’s early A Level would be viewed. Thanks in no small part to the foundation and inspiration FunTech provided, he now has the freedom to choose his sixth form, rather than waiting to be chosen. Every school he applied to is keen to have him.


Watch this space.

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Simply Amazing.

I am currently in my fourth year at Funtech, having started with the Programming Academy, before taking my A Level in Computing 2-3 years early, achieving an A grade. I am now continuing with advanced programming courses. The lessons are relaxed but challenging, and there is always a friendly at...

I am currently in my fourth year at Funtech, having started with the Programming Academy, before taking my A Level in Computing 2-3 years early, achieving an A grade. I am now continuing with advanced programming courses.
The lessons are relaxed but challenging, and there is always a friendly atmosphere. I've learnt so much more than I ever imagined I would about computing, and I don't regret a single second of it.

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IT and More

I started attending FunTech one year after it originally began and I went from programming Lego to Achieving an A-Level in Computing, I always found the staff extremely helpful and enthusiastic, pushing me to achieve my full potential. The FunTech experience definitely changed me for the better a...

I started attending FunTech one year after it originally began and I went from programming Lego to Achieving an A-Level in Computing, I always found the staff extremely helpful and enthusiastic, pushing me to achieve my full potential. The FunTech experience definitely changed me for the better and gave me the "can do" attitude to every aspect in life.

FunTech view each student as an individual and cater for each persons needs bringing the best out of them.

I am now running my own business employing 11 staff.

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Great memories!

It has been a while since I studied at FunTech but I'm still good friends with Shen, which can only highlight not only was it a great place to learn but also helped in furthering my educational (my school at that time did not even offer A Level IT) with support and genuine nature of the owners an...

It has been a while since I studied at FunTech but I'm still good friends with Shen, which can only highlight not only was it a great place to learn but also helped in furthering my educational (my school at that time did not even offer A Level IT) with support and genuine nature of the owners and staff. I loved every moment of being at FunTech and hold very fond memories of my time there and the IT skills to match up today's demands in the workplace.

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It doesn't even seem like work...

I am a student attending virtual programming classes and I personally think it is fantastic!!! I am doing it with friends and we can enjoy ourselves while learning so much. The teacher is a fantastic teacher who really makes an effort to make the experience as beneficial as possible. Thank you...

I am a student attending virtual programming classes and I personally think it is fantastic!!! I am doing it with friends and we can enjoy ourselves while learning so much. The teacher is a fantastic teacher who really makes an effort to make the experience as beneficial as possible.

Thank you Funtech!!!!!!!!!!!

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Thank you

Funtech provides a very stable basis for children who are entering a world constantly changing with wonderful new and exciting inventions, people (and gadgets!) they focus not only on the ICT aspect but they offer a lot more in terms of social interaction and moral support, when required, it is n...

Funtech provides a very stable basis for children who are entering a world constantly changing with wonderful new and exciting inventions, people (and gadgets!) they focus not only on the ICT aspect but they offer a lot more in terms of social interaction and moral support, when required, it is not just a place to to learn and come back it is a place to be loved and nourished for the abilities you pose to the world. These guys make you the best YOU can be not just others' expectations. With regards to people who have disabilities, in my opinion Funtech gives them all the support needed, it does not matter what grade you come up with all that matters is that your future is secure. Many children in this world don' t have the opportunity to have such a great place as Funtech, they cannot afford it. I say be thankful for this chance that many people just don't have and make your time here worthwhile. this comment is not just 'Propaganda' that Funtech has forced me to say but it true and from the bottom of my heart would like to thank all members of staff and Shen for giving people such a great chance to succeed. It is a very harsh world out there if you don't work hard you WILL get left behind, be thankful to Funtech. I have been a student at Funtech for not a very long time but once again I would like to sincerely thank once again all members of staff. I really think you should give them a round of applause from what started as a middle- aged women's dream of teaching into one big happy family.

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More than an Education

I have been attending Funtech for 7 almost 8 years now and can honestly say that I have gained so much from being here. I have not only gained exactly what was promised, a vast knowledge about all aspects of computing and dedicated teachers who have pushed me to achieve all goals set not only for...

I have been attending Funtech for 7 almost 8 years now and can honestly say that I have gained so much from being here. I have not only gained exactly what was promised, a vast knowledge about all aspects of computing and dedicated teachers who have pushed me to achieve all goals set not only for Funtech work but also those within my school work as well. All of the teachers are extremely warm, caring and kind and the small, concentrated classes allow for personal attention. Shen, in particular, has been such an exceptional support for me throughout these years and has been a main driving force behind who I am today. She has not only been extremely important in all aspects of my school life but is now also considered as part of my family. Funtech in itself is not only a brilliant education and experience to be part of but also a whole new family which I am honoured to be a part of.

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Fun and Brilliant!

I have just finished my second term at Funtech doing C# programming and I love it here. My teacher is funny and provides a happy atmosphere to my lessons. Our lessons are interesting and fun and homeworks very relevant and not too time consuming. Help is always available and if you have problems ...

I have just finished my second term at Funtech doing C# programming and I love it here. My teacher is funny and provides a happy atmosphere to my lessons. Our lessons are interesting and fun and homeworks very relevant and not too time consuming. Help is always available and if you have problems you can just say and they'll have detailed advice. I really enjoy it here and I would strongly recommend Funtech to anyone who is into computers.

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Interesting and Fun

I have been a student here for over a year and a half now learning C# programming. Since the start of my time here I have found the teaching and lessons very informative, interesting and fun, helping me to understand C# and be able to use it for a large variety of applications. the homeworks set ...

I have been a student here for over a year and a half now learning C# programming. Since the start of my time here I have found the teaching and lessons very informative, interesting and fun, helping me to understand C# and be able to use it for a large variety of applications. the homeworks set are very relevant and never take longer than necessary, with help readily available if needed outside of lessons. I would definitely recommend Funtech to anyone interested in computers.

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FunTech

FunTech is useful and fun. It is helping me with C# and other aspects of programming for school and for fun. I feel that the homework is relevant and a good source of revision.

Fantasticle

I am an A Level student at FunTech and can only sum it up in one word! Fantastic!

Fun,Helpful and informative

I have been attending FunTech for a couple of years now, first with stepped approach and then GCSE and it has always been a fun and informative time. The teachers have always been helpful and expanded my knowledge in ICT. I would recommend FunTech to anyone.

FunTech

We are so glad we discovered FunTech !! Frazer and Flora have achieved great GCSE results in a highly supportive environment. Funtech not only provides excellent teaching and results but the team really care about your child and meeting the individual needs of your child. As a parent I really ap...

We are so glad we discovered FunTech !!
Frazer and Flora have achieved great GCSE results in a highly supportive environment. Funtech not only provides excellent teaching and results but the team really care about your child and meeting the individual needs of your child. As a parent I really appreciate the support, guidance and ongoing encouragement my children receive - thank-you Funtech !!

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Funtech

Over the years which I have been coming to Funtech, I have found it brilliant and a very great learning place for all. As it is not just a business to teach the youth different ICT aspects but it is a family where everyone is cared for and can have a good laugh with each other while learning comp...

Over the years which I have been coming to Funtech, I have found it brilliant and a very great learning place for all. As it is not just a business to teach the youth different ICT aspects but it is a family where everyone is cared for and can have a good laugh with each other while learning complex or the fundamentals of ICT. Funtech over the years has also built a very good reputation with excellent grades and students working in some of the biggest names in the information and technology industries. So if I were to sum up Funtech in one word it would be; Brilliant.

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FunTech, a triumph

Back in the autumn of 2002, I climbed tentativly up the steps into FunTech for the very first time. There I experienced the wonders of computing from learning to touch-type all the way to navigating Lego robotic arms. Now over 11 years later, I'm still here and having a great time. The place ha...

Back in the autumn of 2002, I climbed tentativly up the steps into FunTech for the very first time. There I experienced the wonders of computing from learning to touch-type all the way to navigating Lego robotic arms.
Now over 11 years later, I'm still here and having a great time. The place has changed over time but I've never stopped and I've carried on. I've made new friends, I've learnt valuable new skills, and had some really fun times. I've even now been given work here and it would have never happened if I hadn't gone up those steps all those years ago.
With FunTech, I've achieved an A grade in ICT, 3 years before I would have done it at school. I've been studying C# programming now for almost 2 years and intend to do the A-Level in Computing after my other GCSE's here.
FunTech is truly one of those places where, even after 11 years, it always feels like something to look forward to. The teaching is some of the best I've ever experienced and the summer courses on offer are really fun too (I intend to do the Minecraft modding course this summer).

Above all though, FunTech has been like a family to me and I have loved all my time here. Thank you Shen and all of my teachers for making this one of the most memorable parts of my childhood and I hope others can experience the joy and fun I've had here.

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One very happy parent

I cannot begin to express how highly I rate FunTech. My three children have been attending FunTech since they were six years old. Two have already achieved A* grades in their GCSE, and my youngest is current working towards the same. The older two are now attending programming classes in pr...

I cannot begin to express how highly I rate FunTech.

My three children have been attending FunTech since they were six years old. Two have already achieved A* grades in their GCSE, and my youngest is current working towards the same.
The older two are now attending programming classes in preparation for A Level with FunTech.

And thanks to the strong foundation they built at Funtech, Common entrance for all three was effortless.

Not only is the teaching first rate but my children really enjoy the lessons and as a parent I know the team will always goes the "extra mile". FunTech has been and continues to be an invaluable part of my children’s education.

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Great head start

A great opportunity. Our son achieved A* A level in Computing, a year early. It gave him tremendous confidence and study skills to achieve as well in his other subjects, at school. It also looked so good on his cv, that he got offers from every university on his UCAS application. Our daughter ach...

A great opportunity. Our son achieved A* A level in Computing, a year early. It gave him tremendous confidence and study skills to achieve as well in his other subjects, at school. It also looked so good on his cv, that he got offers from every university on his UCAS application. Our daughter achieved A* at GCSE ICT - 2 years early, which gave her fantastic confidence and prepared her really well to for the challenges of her other GCSEs.

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:D AMAZING :D

With out funtech my life would be a misery. I am currently doing my GCSE IT course at funtech and it is realy fun and I am hoping to A level at funtech as well!!! :D

GREAT

Very good onto GCSE from the JLP in 3-4 years (admittedly i skipped some of the JLP) :D

More than just a school

I studied my A-level Computing at Funtech back in 2005. The experience left me with not only a top grade qualification, thanks to the quality and dedication of the staff, but also the confidence and mind-set to go on to achieve my aspirations and goals. As a result, I have been working as a b...

I studied my A-level Computing at Funtech back in 2005. The experience left me with not only a top grade qualification, thanks to the quality and dedication of the staff, but also the confidence and mind-set to go on to achieve my aspirations and goals.

As a result, I have been working as a business consultant for some of the largest multinationals. I have the encouragement and determination of the Funtech staff to thank as a big contributor to my success. At Funtech, every child has their individual needs cared for and the staff work relentlessly to untap ability and potential.

I would not hesitate to recommend Funtech as a great first-class schooling institution.

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Cool

Very informative and helpful with regards to learning and progress, basically Funtech is the best.

Great for developing many skills!

I attended FunTech between 2002 – 2005. During this time I completed the 1 year GCSE and Computing A-Level courses. My time at FunTech was very beneficial because I completed the 1 year GCSE before I took my other GCSEs at school, which gave me a head start on my peers in relation to external GCS...

I attended FunTech between 2002 – 2005. During this time I completed the 1 year GCSE and Computing A-Level courses. My time at FunTech was very beneficial because I completed the 1 year GCSE before I took my other GCSEs at school, which gave me a head start on my peers in relation to external GCSE examination preparations. The course was fast paced and consequently very enjoyable. I started my AS-Level during my final years of GCSEs at school, which helped me substantially with my organisational skills, but once again prepared me for the change in academic demand associated with the transition from KS4 to KS5. Finishing the Computing A-Level a year in advance of my others at school was a huge advantage because universities accepted it as part of my conditional offer, which took the pressure off during my final school examination year.
Since my time at Funtech, I have completed a Biology Honours degree at University followed by a Science PGCE at Oxford University. I am currently working as a Science Teacher at a school in Oxfordshire whilst completing a part-time Masters at Oxford University alongside my teaching timetable.
I would recommend FunTech to other people. An extracurricular commitment to a course at FunTech is not only a great way to develop your computer skills; it is a fantastic opportunity to enhance the other transferable skills, such as time management and independence that are essential for further education and future employment.

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Beneficial

I completed the 1 year ICT GCSE at FunTech during the 2008-2009 academic year at the age of 12. Prior to this course, I had attended a couple of the holiday courses. The holiday courses taught me various different computer related skills and I enjoyed them so much that I decided to commit to the ...

I completed the 1 year ICT GCSE at FunTech during the 2008-2009 academic year at the age of 12. Prior to this course, I had attended a couple of the holiday courses. The holiday courses taught me various different computer related skills and I enjoyed them so much that I decided to commit to the GCSE course. Despite only doing my GCSE whilst in Year 8 at school, it taught me a lot about exam preparation and skills that were very beneficial to me as I progressed through my work at school. This meant I was less nervous about what to expect when I started my GCSEs because I already had some experience of them unlike my school friends. In addition to this, my FunTech experience encouraged me to present my work to a really high level. I am currently sitting my AS-Levels in Geography, German, English and Psychology. I really enjoyed my time at FunTech and found the teachers fun and approachable. They were really supportive and took a real interest in both your FunTech and school work.

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Touch typing made fun

FunTech has inspired my 10 year old son to start learning to touch type, stick with it and become pretty competent at it within a few months. They've been great at pushing, encouraging and rewarding him and making learning a new skill good fun.

Great Courses!

I have thoroughly enjoyed all the different courses that I have taken part in at Funtech - Whether it was Stepped Approach, Programming or A-Level Computing, the teaching is great and the classes are fun and enjoyable.

What's good about Funtech ??

Everything is good about FunTech. Even though I am not too keen on homework it is still good to do because then you can revise on what you did in the lesson and make sure you understand what you did. The staff and teachers are really nice and they got me through my GCSE when I was only in year 8 ...

Everything is good about FunTech. Even though I am not too keen on homework it is still good to do because then you can revise on what you did in the lesson and make sure you understand what you did. The staff and teachers are really nice and they got me through my GCSE when I was only in year 8 and I got the grade. They are always here to help and make sure you understand what to do. I have done many of the courses that FunTech offer and they have all been great and very interesting. The summer courses they offer as well are very good and a lot of fun. I really enjoy FunTech. xxx

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Really Fun!

I Only Started Funtech Recently And I Have Already Found An Improvement To My Typing! Thank You FunTech!

An Incredible Benifit To My Education

Thanks to FunTech i have gone from bottom of I:T To Taking An A-Level In Computing AND I'M 13!