Our intensive PPL ground school aims to prepare you for any theory exam in just one day!

In person or remote, to suit you.

Who We Are

Is obtaining your Private Pilot's Licence something you've always wanted to do but you've been put off by the nine theory exams you need to pass? Perhaps you are very busy and simply don't feel you have the time to commit to the self-study required to pass unassisted? Or maybe the thought of returning to study after many years is just too daunting? Or do you just need that little extra help with a difficult subject?

Dan Cloran Ground School is pleased to offer both intensive group training days as well as bespoke one-to-one tuition and support to help you to achieve your dreams and get on with the fun part... the flying!

Dan is a very experienced tutor and current Flying Instructor. His calm and innovative approach to teaching difficult concepts has meant many of his former students have gone on to achieve their ambitions, whatever their age, background or personal circumstances. We would love you to be one of them!

We offer day courses to prepare you for:

AIR LAW
OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES
NAVIGATION
METEOROLOGY
COMMUNICATIONS
PRINCIPLES OF FLIGHT
FLIGHT PERFORMANCE AND PLANNING
HUMAN PERFORMANCE
AIRCRAFT GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

In addition we can also help with:

R.T. (RADIOTELEPHONY)
Practical Training and practice to help you gain confidence in using the radio and pass the practical exam.
POST-PPL MENTORING AND TUITION
We will help you take those first steps as a qualified pilot. You can consult us on flights you are planning, route selection, radio communication issues, preparation for checkrides and more... just ask!

Please note that conversational English is required for our courses.

Why Study with Dan Cloran Ground School?

BESPOKE

We don't just teach to the test: our courses are also designed to maximise your own understanding of the content, helping you to become a safer pilot and pass your exams with confidence.

PERSONAL

Training is either in small groups (no more than three students) or on a one-to-one basis, meaning that you get the support you need to succeed.

NATIONWIDE

We also offer remote training using your preferred platform (Zoom, Facetime, Skype, Teams, etc.) your location is not a barrier to studying with us.

ONGOING SUPPORT

Once you have achieved your licence, Dan Cloran Ground School will be happy to provide you with ongoing support in whichever way you need to give you confidence as a new pilot. For example, assistance with planning flights, studying for further exams, checkouts or improving RT before undertaking flight in complex airspace.

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You can also give us a call for a chat about your requirements:

07920 165619 or 01993 681389

or send us an email at :

dan@danclorangroundschool.co.uk

Frequently Asked Questions

I don't like remote learning, can I study with you in person?

Of course! Our Oxford ground school is next to London Oxford Airport, near Kidlington, in the centre of the UK and very well connected to the road and rail network. We are more than happy to arrange personal study sessions for pilot training with a warm welcome at our premises.

Can I do residential study with Dan Cloran Ground School?

You can! We offer accommodation at our lovely period cottage on the edge of the Cotswolds. The pricing of this is seperate to the course but feel free to discuss your requirements.

Do I need any equipment?

The Navigation exam is the one that requires the most specific equipment, namely a chart, ruler, markers, circular flight computer (a.k.a 'Whizzwheel') and protractor. You may have some of these already so we can see what you've got and what you need. Some of the exams require no equipment so you can get on with these initially if you like until you're equipped for the others. The exams can be taken in any order to suit you.

When can I start learning with you?

We offer courses 7 days a week. For individual students, everything is by arrangement to suit your schedule and lifestyle.

Do I sit my exams with you?

Not directly with us. You would sit the exams with your own flying school when you feel ready. However if you have not yet started your flight training we can arrange for you to sit the exams at an Authorised Training Organisation (A.T.O) in Oxford who are able to invigilate your exams most days by arrangement.

How much does studying with Dan Cloran Ground School cost?

Join one of our small group day courses for £300 (our classes are no more than three students), or book one-to-one tuition for £600 per day. Our group day courses usually run from 9am to 5pm, though this can be flexible if students all agree on alternative timing. For one-to-one tuition, the day course can start at the time best suited to your schedule.

If you're simply looking for some advice with complex route planning, or want to brush up any forgotten knowledge from your theory exams, we also offer an hourly rate of £89.

Ready for your personalised study experience?

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01993 681389 (Landline)

07920 165619 (Mobile)

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29 Park Street
Bladon, Oxford, Oxfordshire

OX20 1RW

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