It really depends on what your aims are from model flying? The model you have selected is using a 3 cell, 11.1v LiPo which when coupled to an ESC & prop is on par with a power tool (in my opinion, but I’m a cautious person). In our region cadets aren’t supposed to use power tools unless it comes with the RCo’s written permission. The model you have selected is likely suitable for a BMFA A Achievement Scheme if it’s over 1Kg mass being a high wing trainer it’s not ideal for the next stage up but likely a decent trainer.
In terms of flying links with your BMFA club 
. Our local affiliated club gave two of our cadets full working models on our visit. In an ideal world they may let you fly their club trainer with a buddy lead between transmitters save you buying anything Initially?
I opted for a much cheaper (£75approx) 4ch cub 500. It’ only uses a single cell 3.7v LiPo like the type on mini cheap indoor drones. It’s so small it’s not as easy to fly as big RC fixed wing but the easy setting gyros still make it easy to fly. A BMFA examiner may grant a basic proficiency certificate from such a small model but nothing more if flown safely and competently. Electric or Nitro flying can quickly become an expensive hobby, you always need to think are you okay with it being broken by a cadet or yourself.