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“Aspire are absolutely brilliant, they’ve taken me through all of my AAT, and now into Cima, and I wouldn’t want to study with anyone else. They’re so supportive and knowledgeable, and always willing to go the extra mile to help out a student. I couldn’t recommend them more!”
Jessica Howden: AAT and current CIMA student
" Cannot recommend Aspire Accountancy School enough: both Rowanne and Sarah are excellent and patient teachers, able to explain the most complex of accounting information at the level and in the manner each student requires. They are down to earth, knowledgeable, and endlessly supportive of their students, as well as being professional, generous, and always available for consultation and support. You will love studying with them.
Laura Lee: City & Guilds and AAT Level 3 & 4 student
We are based at:Independence House, Millfield Lane, Nether Poppleton, YORK YO26 6PH
ARE YOU LOOKING TO TRAIN YOUR APPRENTICE ??
We can now help you train your AAT team as an apprenticeship at all levels.
Various start dates available. Please contact us for more details.
PROUD ANNOUNCEMENT
We are delighted to announce our CIMA student Jessica Howden has been given the 2nd highest mark in THE WORLD for her recent OCS exam.
Well done Jess, absolutely deserve this recognition for all your hard work. We are very proud of you.
SAVE THE DATE - FRIDAY 5th June 2026 from 9-12pm
Come and find out how the New AAT 4 starting on 1st September 2026 will affect you.
We are holding a new AAT 4 Information Day for all employers and students who would like to know more about these significant changes.
AAT Product Development Manage will be delivering this so hear it directly from them.
Register your interest with us and save your place as soon as possible.
Coming up from March 2026 .........
> AAT 2 Certificate in Book-keeping course starting on 14th April 2026
> AAT 3 - Management Accounting Techniques unit stating 25th March 2026
> AAT 4 - Business Tax unit starting on 14th April 2026
> CIMA Papers -P1, F3. SCS, MCS starting April 2026
> Sage 50 course on Fri 8th May 9-12pm
> Sage Payroll course on Fri 17th April 9-12pm
> Weekly exam availability for external students including some Saturdays
> Contact us for advice and guidance on all courses including AAT apprenticeships
Coming Soon :
> New AAT 4 INformation Day and 10 years of Aspire Accountancy School party!
> We are able to offer bespoke accountancy courses tailored to suit any organisation. Just email us with your requirements
FOUNDATION BOOKKEEPING QUALIFICATION: LEVEL 2
A choice of short courses that give you a thorough understanding of basic double entry bookkeeping and accounting terminology.
AAT ACCOUNTING QUALIFICATIONS: LEVELS 2, 3 & 4
Industry and internationally recognised qualifications that demonstrate vocational competence in accountancy at Levels 2, 3 and 4.
CIMA PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION
The CIMA Professional Qualification is an industry leading, internationally recognised professional chartered accounting qualification.
SPREADSHEETS COURSES: BEGINNERS AND INTERMEDIATE
Excel is an essential management tool used by all organisations. Learn basic skills to enhance your career prospects and CV.
INTRODUCTION TO SAGE COURSES
All businesses and organisations use accounting packages so this is an essential skill for a career in bookkeeping and finance.
SAGE PAYROLL COURSES
Gain experience in a payroll management computerised accounting package. Payroll has become a specialist skill within finance.
ABOUT US
ROWANNE FRANKLAND
Rowanne Frankland has a background in the petrol industry. She is passionate about the role of management accounting in business planning and cost control. Keen to share that knowledge she has been teaching accountancy for a good 15 years now.
SARAH RHODES
Sarah Rhodes started her career in accounting practice. She loves talking financial reporting, tax and audit! Like Rowanne she is passionate about training our future business leaders.
NICOLA BRAITHWAITE
Nicky Braithwaite is a senior finance manager in the public sector. She studied AAT with us before going on to complete her CIMA Professional Qualification. She loves coaching students through the CIMA case study papers and is brilliant at it.