Distance Learning or Classroom Based?

Hi,

I am starting ACCA in January 2018 in the UK, starting with F5. I have the choice of any form of learning, classroom, online classroom, distance learning etcetc…. Regardless of the cost which is the best form of learning? Initially I was leaning towards classroom as I thought the price difference between classroom and non classroom based is quite huge, making me think there is much more benefits to be gained by being in the classroom.
Then, as a fresh graduate from university, it made me think that sitting in actual lectures at uni didn’t help at all, it was all the effort you put in yourself which brought the good results. I used to sit in many many lectures and not understand a thing lol! So I’m still debating with myself about which to go for.

I have looked at distance learning packages from Kaplan (and obvs will be using opentuition resources) and you get a personal tutor to ask any questions with quick responses etc.. so its not too bad is it?

Anyone who has used distance learning from Kaplan can you tell me if its good, bad, effective etc…?

Any advice will help massively!:)

Thanks.