About Simply
Academy
Simply Academy is a leading provider of financial educational services
Simply Academy is a leading provider of financial educational services. We design training solutions for individuals and corporate clients across the world.
Our Values
Opportunity for everyone
Nobody is excluded from improving their knowledge and achieving their career goals.
Excellence in education
We always deliver first-class training, support and customer service to every client.
Professionalism and integrity
We keep this at the core of everything we do.
Open, friendly and approachable
We will support you and make your learning experience straightforward and enjoyable.
Value for money
We will deliver the best possible financial training at the best possible price.
Timeline
Simply Academy is established.
RBS select us as their preferred CeMAP provider. This relationship stands today with over 1250 staff members successfully gaining their qualification.
We embark on our first overseas project with a major Middle Eastern bank helping them develop their retail, commercial, corporate and institutional banking services.
We partner Santander on a long-term project at their Belfast HQ, culminating in over 150 staff members achieving various regulatory qualifications.
Leading up to the Retail Distribution Review (RDR) we design and deliver a high quality DipFA programme helping over 500 Financial Advisers meet the new qualification requirement before the FCA deadline.
The UK’s largest mortgage broker, London & Country, select us as their go-to training provider.
Upon its inception we are awarded the privilege of becoming one of the first financial education providers accepted onto the Education Skills Funding Agencies register of apprenticeship training providers.
Sesame Bankhall Group, the largest financial distributor within the UK, select us as their preferred apprenticeship provider. This strategic partnership opens the doorway for 100s of their member firms to access our high-quality programmes.
The London Institute of Banking & Finance award us “Trusted Partner” status in recognition of excellent service to their students. Only four organisations worldwide hold this prestige title.
OFSTED inspect Simply Academy and rate us as a “Good” provider, recognising the quality of our apprenticeship delivery and the strong support we provide to learners and employers.
LEADERSHIP TEAM
The senior members of our leadership team keep Simply Academy heading in the right direction.
Peter Lingley
Chief Operating Officer
Since co-founding the business in 2006, Peter has been a driving force at Simply Academy. Putting his years of business experience into practice, he takes care of the overarching strategy and business plans. Ultimately, he’s accountable for the company’s performance.
Mark Fenwick
Executive Director of Apprenticeships
Mark was the other co-founder of Simply Academy and now takes responsibility for the apprenticeship side of operations. His experience in the financial and property sectors is channelled towards management of the apprenticeship team, both at HQ and across the country.
Paul Allen
Head of Apprenticeships
A highly skilled and dedicated professional with deep expertise in further education, Paul leads our apprenticeship strategy with passion and precision, ensuring our provision meets the highest standards, driving excellence and impact across all our apprenticeship pathways.
Luke Veevers
Head of Curriculum
A highly knowledgeable and forward thinking education professional, Luke drives the development of our curriculum to ensure it is both engaging and industry relevant. Combining academic rigour with practical insight, he designs and shapes programmes that inspire learners and deliver meaningful outcomes.
Michael Middlemiss
Head of Apprenticeship Partnerships
Bringing over 30 years of experience in training and talent development. Michael specialises in building strong relationships with employers and stakeholders to deliver innovative, high-quality apprenticeship solutions that meet both business needs and learner aspirations.
Daniel Gregory
Student Services Team Leader
Outstanding customer service is something on which we pride ourselves. Thanks to Daniel, and our student services team, we’re known throughout the industry for our friendly, professional manner. It’s essential that we maintain a great working relationship with all our clients and this is something at which Daniel and he’s team excels.
