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iO Academy

Average Rating5.0
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iO Academy is a coding bootcamp based in the UK that offers a 16-week, full-time, full stack coding bootcamp and a 12-week, part-time data science & machine learning bootcamp. These bootcamps are available online or in-person at campuses in Bath, Bristol, and Sheffield. Class sizes at iO Academy are kept small in order to better support students. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for their first developer or data science role, with a focus on practical experience working on projects throughout the course. There is an option to specialize at the end of the full stack course, either in advanced front end or complex problem-solving. Students will learn from experienced tech professionals, chosen to reflect the size of an average software scrum team. This makes project work as close to a professional tech experience as possible. 

The course was developed by healthtech company Mayden to be up-to-date with a focus on best practice and to reflect what is most needed in the tech industry. Students will receive industry-recognised Agile training and attain their Agile Professional Certification. No coding experience is required to apply. iO Academy has a goal of supporting diversity in tech and is positive about mental health.

iO Academy was formerly known as Mayden Academy.

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  • Max Granger
    Graduate • Full Stack Track • Bath
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    Jun 23, 2020
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    So sad to leave

    Excellent course with dedicated and helpful trainers. Even the switch to remote learning due to COVID-19 was seamless and the course retained its high standards. The whole team really goes above and beyond to help the students in any way necessary from learning to job hunting.
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  • Sam Crudge
    Graduate • Mayden Academy Full-Stack Bootcamp • Bath
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    Jun 22, 2020
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    Changed my life!

    This course gives you all the support and guidance to help shape you into a developer that will stand out. You're paying to be taught how to think like a developer not just the fundamentals of the languages.

    We had to move Remote shortly after starting due to the epidemic but they showered us in support and made sure all our educational needs were met.

    I would and have given recommendations to friends and family.
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  • Robin
    Robin
    Graduate • Full Stack Track • Bath
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    May 26, 2020
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    An Excellent Experience

    I had a great time at Mayden Academy. The content is excellent, the staff and students are friendly, and the course is set up in such a way as to give you a good idea of what it is really like in a dev job.  The general principles of software writing are covered so that you don't have to fear learning other programming languages.
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  • Harry Coulton
    Full-Stack Web Developer • Graduate • Full Stack Track • Bath
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    Feb 06, 2020
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    DEFINITELY NOT A CULT - Best thing I ever did

    So when I read all of these reviews, I honestly thought that this place sounded like some weird cult, that people were being overly effusive, and I was interested but pretty sceptical. I was definitely wrong. 

    This course was one of the best experiences of my life. The teaching quality is high, the course is incredibly well thought out, and the pacing is perfect. 

    Before I go into more detail, I'll give you a brief outline of who I am and where I am now: 

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  • Georgie
    Georgie
    Junior Software Engineer • Graduate • Mayden Academy Full-Stack Bootcamp • Bath
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    Jan 15, 2020
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    Mayden Academy is fantastic - excellent course, dedicated trainers and team, great finance options and network of industry contacts

    Where do I start? One of the best experiences I've ever had and in the space of 6 months I left behind an unfulfilling career in admin that I fell into accidentally and started a new career I'm genuinely excited about! On the course I looked forward to Mondays and was a bit sad on Fridays for the first time in my life.

    I first heard about Mayden Academy on a Quora post Mike answered and ended up coming here to look at reviews. With so many glowing reviews I knew I was either appl...

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  • Daniel Gardiner
    Daniel Gardiner
    Student • Mayden Academy Full-Stack Bootcamp • Bath
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    Jan 10, 2020
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    Take the leap!

    I couldn’t have asked for anything more from the Mayden Academy bootcamp, I feel like the skills I’ve learnt over the past 4 months have set me up for a career as a developer    There are so many positives things to say about the course but here are just some of my highlights:    - Commitment of the trainers  I was in Mike’s class throughout, I found Mike to be extremely knowledgeable with a real ability t...
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  • Anton Webb
    Anton Webb
    Graduate • Full Stack Track • Bath
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    Jan 10, 2020
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    An amazing experience!

    A great way to get into the industry. All the teachers were very patient and helpful, the entire course was really well thought out, and teaches you everything you need to know to become a full-stack developer. The various hiring partners they work with around Bath and Bristol, as well as the help they give towards re-writing your CV also facilitates the job-hunting experience. Would recommend to anyone wanting a career start / change as a software developer.

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  • Calum
    Calum
    Systems Developer • Graduate • Full Stack Track • Bath
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    Jan 09, 2020
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    The best path to becoming a developer

    I joined Mayden Academy after extensively researching bootcamps and assessed that they provided the best emphasis on professional skills and being able to do the job from day one. Needless to say they provided that and more. Working in both the LAMP and MEAN stacks, we gained an exceptional level of knowledge in just 4 months and left with a technical capability far beyond our expectations.

    Charlie and Mike foster a wonderful atmosphere at the Academy full of support and banter i...

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  • Josh
    Josh
    Junior Consultant Engineer • Graduate • Full Stack Track • Bath
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    Jan 09, 2020
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    Best decision I have ever made

    Finishing Sixth Form and going onto the course was extremly daunting for me. Within a few days of starting I realised my worries where null and void. I was taught by Charlie, who I knew was a great guy from the second he laughed at the ASCII cows I had put into my code. All the trainers and staff are freindly and helpful, going out of their way to make sure you get the most out of the course. From hunting for jobs, reviewing and giving advice on your CV to shoving you in a pub with potenti...

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  • Alison Y.
    Full Stack Developer • Graduate • Full Stack Track • Bath
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    Nov 19, 2019
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    Best decision, great time, and developer job

    [TL;DR]

    Joining Mayden Academy was the best decision I made, if you're considering about becoming a developer, go for it. 

     

    [Background]

    I worked as a UI/UX designer for few years in the tech industry. I studied fashion in college, worked in graphic design a little bit before that. 

    I enjoyed UI development part of my job (mainly HTML/CSS) so I watned to change my career to full time developer for almost 3...

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  • Alessandro Corrá
    Alessandro Corrá
    Graduate • Full Stack Track • Bath
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    Jun 10, 2019
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    Best choice ever!

    I joined Mayden Academy after 10 years spent in a non-tech industry and 1 year just only to convinced myself that was time for a career change. Now, after the course, if I could go back it won't need 1 year to decide but probably only 1 hour!

    It was the best choice of my life, a necessary step to realize dreams and change my lifestyle. It wasn't easy, but thanks to the excellent competence and preparation of the instructors now I have a solid knowl...

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  • Kate Starks
    Kate Starks
    Graduate • Mayden Academy Full-Stack Bootcamp • Bath
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    Jun 10, 2019
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    Highly recommended

    I started Mayden Academy having never written a line of code and I now have a portfolio of projects to show off my skills. At Mayden Academy they start at the beginning and they build on what you learn week-by-week so don't let no experience of coding put you off. The learning is extremely intensive but the trainers; Mike, Charlie and Sam, alter the pace of the course to meet the needs of students - and to make sure that no-one gets left behind.

    Setting the teams up as close to w...

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iO Academy Alumni Outcomes

82%
Employment Rate
100%
Graduation Rate
25,300
Median Salary
Of the students who enroll at iO Academy, 100% graduated. 97% of graduates were job-seeking and 82% of job-seeking graduates found in-field employment after 180 days and report a median income of $25,300. Below is the 180 Day Employment Breakdown for 38 graduates included in this report:
180 Day Employment Breakdown
DescriptionPercentage
Full Time, In-Field Employee76.3%
Full-time apprenticeship, internship or contract position2.6%
Short-term contract, part-time position, freelanceN/A
Employed out-of-fieldN/A
Notes and Caveats
More information about our reporting and a detailed report can be found here:https://io-academy.uk/employment-stats/Salary recorded in UK GBP, not US dollars
* These outcomes are not audited by Course Report. In some cases, data is audited by a third party.

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Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated June 08, 2021
Course Report · November 2020 Coding Bootcamp News This November, we’re talking about one major bootcamp acquisition and three fundraises (including one over $75MM)! But of course, the biggest news this November was the U.S. election, so we’re covering news about the Trump administration’s legacy on private education, and what the bootcamp industry can expect under the new Biden administ...
Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated October 03, 2024
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Lauren Stewart
Lauren Stewart
Updated September 04, 2024
Most high-salary industries need more diverse workers, and tech is no exception. The conversation about diversity in tech usually focuses on gender, diversity encompasses racial, socioeconomic, cognitive, and experiential differences. Think pieces and diversity reports show large tech companies admitting they have a problem and beginning to address the diversity in tech crisis, but can the ...

iO Academy Alumni Reviews Summary

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Students will take the Agile Professional Certification course
FAQs

How much does iO Academy cost?

iO Academy costs around £12,000. On the lower end, some iO Academy courses like Coding Quick Start cost £400.

What courses does iO Academy teach?

iO Academy offers courses like Coding Quick Start, Data Science and Machine Learning, Full Stack Track, Software Developer Essentials.

Where does iO Academy have campuses?

iO Academy has in-person campuses in Bath, Bristol, and London. iO Academy also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.

Is iO Academy worth it?

The data says yes! iO Academy reports a 98% graduation rate, a median salary of $25,900 and 98% of iO Academy alumni are employed. The data says yes! In 2020, iO Academy reported a 100% graduation rate, a median salary of $25,300, and 82% of iO Academy alumni are employed.

Is iO Academy legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 103 iO Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed iO Academy and rate their overall experience a 5.0 out of 5.

Does iO Academy offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

Right now, it doesn't look like iO Academy offers scholarships or accepts the GI Bill. We're always adding to the list of schools that do offer Exclusive Course Report Scholarships and a list of the bootcamps that accept the GI Bill.

Can I read iO Academy reviews?

You can read 103 reviews of iO Academy on Course Report! iO Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed iO Academy and rate their overall experience a 5.0 out of 5.

Is iO Academy accredited?

Students will take the Agile Professional Certification course

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