A Buyers Guide To Excel Courses In London

London is a great city – especially for people looking to learn something new.

Excel is no different, but there are so many great courses here!

That’s why we made this breakdown of the best Excel courses in London, to help you pick the right one.

1. Acuity Training – London, Bank

  • Format: Live, instructor-led across beginner to advanced modules, in London & online.

  • Price: £450–550 (varies with level).

  • Certificate: Yes, Acuity-branded, well-recognised training.

  • Reviews: Typically 4.8★ (Google Reviews, internal surveys).

  • Highlights: Emphasis on experienced instructor interaction, exercises, and progression structure.

2. Media Training Ltd – London, Southwark

  • Format: Live one-day courses (Introduction/Advanced), virtual or in-person.

  • Price: From £179

  • Certificate: Yes.

  • Reviews: Course feedback says “super knowledgeable” and “hands on learning”.

  • Highlights: Praised for great pacing and interactive delivery.

3. WeAreExcel – London, Aldgate

  • Format: Live instructor-led, public classes or onsite for groups.

  • Price: From ~£120 per person.

  • Certificate: Yes, certificate of attendance + post-class homework support.

  • Reviews: Rated 4.8★

  • Highlights: Homework-driven reinforcement.

Avoid This Mistake! Pro Tip

From speaking with our delegates, we know that lots of people think they will be an Excel expert after their courses. In reality, the key to long-term success is practicing consistently and consolidating your knowledge in the weeks that follow.

At Acuity Training, we offer post-course support for 6 months, so if you get stuck or need help applying what you’ve learned, our Excel pros are just an email away.

4. STL Training – London, Limehouse

  • Format: Half-day to multi-day live sessions, public or private.

  • Price: Mid-range; specifics on inquiry.

  • Certificate: Yes.

  • Reviews: Trustpilot shows 98–99% satisfaction.

  • Highlights: Corporate-grade provider with consistent training quality and amenities.

5. City St George’s – London, Angel

  • Format: Short courses (1–3 days), in-person.

  • Price: From £520

  • Certificate: Yes, CPD-recognised.

  • Reviews: Not found publicly.

  • Highlights: Suits professionals seeking hands-on business application.

6. CityLit – London, Covent Garden

  • Format: Short-term, evening/weekend classes.

  • Price: £100–300 depending on duration.

  • Certificate: Yes, completion certificate.

  • Reviews: No formal rating available, but CityLit is known for accessible adult education.

  • Highlights: Flexible scheduling; great for upskilling outside work hours.

Quick Comparison: Who It’s For

# Best For… Why It Stands Out
1 Acuity Training Structured progression with depth Multiple levels, instructor interactivity
2 Media Training Quality educators, interactive class style Trainer expertise, small live format
3 WeAreExcel Affordable, engaging 1-day training High rating, London focus, homework support
4 STL Training Corporate group training Trusted with consistency & amenities
5 City St George’s CPD-credited business learners Formal certification, tailored to business needs
6 CityLit Busy professionals, flexible timeframe Evening/weekend options in Covent Garden
About Ben Richardson

Ben is a director of Acuity Training which he has been running for over 10 years.


He is a Natural Sciences graduate from the University of Cambridge and a qualified accountant with the ICAEW.


He previously worked as a venture capitalist and banker and so had extensive experience with Excel from building financial models before moving to learn SQL, Microsoft Power BI and other technologies more recently.

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