The National Beauty Academy Reviews 80

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Today I completed a fast track day course for Korean lash lift. Tutor was knowledgeable, helpful and patient. Will be looking to further my beauty skills and education with more fast track courses in... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I joined NBA in June '24 and have just completed my 3rd course with them, I've really enjoyed my time at this academy and have gained a great amount of knowledge and skills to help me succeed in the b... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Can’t recommend NBA enough. A well equipped and welcoming environment, knowledgeable, supportive tutors and friendly, helpful staff. There’s always something exciting happening at NBA, whether i... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just completed my level 3 in makeup artistry course and then enjoyed a halloween masterclass with the NBA. When I started I walked through them doors on the first day a complete mess and by the time I... See more

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The National Beauty Academy offer a range of high quality and professional Beauty courses to suit your needs and fit in with your lifestyle. Whether you are a beginner looking to start a new career or an existing therapist wishing to update your skills, our courses are designed for you. Our tutors are fully qualified and highly experienced. Each tutor specialises in the subject they teach. They have many years of teaching practice, and some run their own successful beauty businesses. We pride ourselves on being small enough to offer a personal and friendly service, but big enough to provide the appropriate high standard of facilities necessary. We have funding available through Advanced learner loans.


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4.8

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast track Korean lash lift

Today I completed a fast track day course for Korean lash lift. Tutor was knowledgeable, helpful and patient. Will be looking to further my beauty skills and education with more fast track courses in the near future.

5 November 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant academy, friendly, helpful and skilled tutors/staff.

I joined NBA in June '24 and have just completed my 3rd course with them, I've really enjoyed my time at this academy and have gained a great amount of knowledge and skills to help me succeed in the beauty industry. The tutors are very helpful and dedicated to helping you be the best you can be and the rest of the girls in the office are always there with a smile and ready to help support you any way they can. They are also your greatest cheerleaders 😊Proud to have been part of NBA and look forward to going back to complete some of the short courses they offer. Thank you to everyone at the academy xx

27 October 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What an amazing team they have here

What an amazing team they have here, from reception to tutors excellent treatment and great chats. I have had the pleasure of being a beauty therapist and at retirement age I know students need to practice for their exams so I really do try to volunteer for anything they offer I have had facials, hot stone massage, Swedish massage, eye treatment,brow treatment, goth makeup,and more can not say about the place and the people who run it but well done 5*****

10 February 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brought my daughter here for a make up…

Brought my daughter here for a make up course and it’s definitely made a difference. I don’t have to look at scary Mary no more and that’s all thanks to Aimee for recommending course!

Can’t thank the girls enough when I got there as they must have saw a dad in need 😂

19 March 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Can’t recommend NBA enough.

Can’t recommend NBA enough.
A well equipped and welcoming environment, knowledgeable, supportive tutors and friendly, helpful staff.
There’s always something exciting happening at NBA, whether it be massage , nails or make up they’ll have the perfect course to suit your needs.
If you’re looking to change careers, expand your current knowledge or looking for a course to boost your confidence you’ll find it here.
Im loving studying here, at 42 I did feel a little apprehensive but I needn’t have. I genuinely look forward to my class each week.

4 November 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I did my MUA level 3 here and loved it…

I did my MUA level 3 here and loved it everyone is so nice. I then decided to sign up for the nail course. So glad I did the tutor Adele is so lovely and supportive. I'd 100% recommend the The National Beauty Academy to anyone. #NBAsunderland

7 November 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The national beauty academy is an…

The national beauty academy is an amazing training academy in all things beauty all the tutors and staff are great and always support you no matter what would not recommend anyone else for training hands down they are the best

4 November 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast track short course

I did a one to one course with one of your amazing tutors, Jen this week and really enjoyed it. Jen was thorough, patient and kind, taking me through everything in detail and providing notes as well as giving me the opportunity to practice under close supervision. I will certainly be interested in future short courses when I am able to. Thank you to the academy and staff as well as models for an enriching experience.

29 October 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just completed my level 3 in makeup…

Just completed my level 3 in makeup artistry course and then enjoyed a halloween masterclass with the NBA. When I started I walked through them doors on the first day a complete mess and by the time I finished the course I was a different person. Gained so much confidence, made great friends. All the staff are lovely, and make you feel welcome, my tutor was awesome. Would definitely recommend the NBA to anybody.

10 October 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love learning at NBA

Currently midway through my Combined Beauty Therapy, but have had to take some time out for medical reasons however will be returning very soon to complete my course. The staff and tutors are amazing and cannot help enough, looking forward to coming back and finishing up. For anyone wanting to further their Beauty career I'd absolutely recommend NBA.

30 October 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What an absolute gem of a place!

What an absolute gem of a place! Every nember of staff i had contact with were just lovely, from reception to the trainees and trainers and marketing. Can't recommend it enough. Shout out to Aimee for being so informative and helpful.. id definately recommend them.

28 March 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic Academy

I studied level 3 Make up at NBA and loved every second! My tutor was so nice and taught me so much! Best of all is the support all the staff gave me throughout my time there. I have left with so much confidence I can’t wait to start my own business. I will be back to do more courses soon, highly recommend A***

20 March 2024
Unprompted review

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