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Daisy

January 2025

I started lessons with Chris Murray earlier this year after a bad experience with a previous driving instructor who caused me to have panic attacks during my lessons. Since starting having lessons with Chris, I immediately felt much more at ...

Lucy Dalley

January 2026

I had Chris Murray as my driving instructor and passed first time with only 1 minor. He was very helpful and really allowed me to build my confidence - I would highly recommend!

Davina Sycamore

January 2025

Chris Murray was quite simply outstanding! We feel so lucky to have found such a kind, compassionate, caring and patient instructor. You have made our daughter so much more confident and for this we are so very grateful. She really has enjoyed your lessons and has learnt so much from you. Thank you ☺️

Lola Sycamore

January 2025

I had Chris Murray as my driving instructor and passed yesterday with only 2 minors, after a long journey with driving lessons and instructors. He made me feel valued as a beginner driver and consistently showed me support through our ...

Rosie Wallace

January 2026

Colin is a brilliant instructor, incredibly patient, clear and experienced. I would highly recommend! I really enjoyed our lessons!!

Elena Barnett

January 2025

I had Chris Murray as my driving instructor and I passed my driving test first time today with only 4 minors! I was a very anxious driver at the start, but Chris always made me feel that becoming an independent and proactive driver was ...

Lauren Walsh

January 2026

I had Colin as my driving instructor and he was great! He was lovely and very patient with me, and really helped to build my confidence so I passed my test first time with only a few minors! I would highly recommend Colin and Driveaway to anyone looking to learn to drive :)

abigail woolley

January 2026

Highly recommend Colin Crichton as a driving instructor! He taught me everything I needed to feel prepared and confident for the driving test - including lots of practice on test routes. Even after I took a break from lessons, he very ...

tya shadrack

January 2025

I started learning to drive with Andy first. He was always honest with his feedback he was giving me as I was new to driving and he started building my confidence behind the wheel. Andy was patient, calm and supportive of me and always went ...

Ieva Vidmantaite

January 2026

I'm extremely grateful to my driving instructor, Colin, for his patience, kindness, and constant support throughout my learning journey. He always made me feel comfortable and confident behind the wheel, and he was also very easy to chat ...

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January 2025

A huge thank you to my instructor Luthfur Rahman Bai and Sadique Ahmed Bai for all the support and guidance! They were patient, professional, and made every lesson easy to follow. I felt well-prepared and confident going into my test, and ...

Lochie Hutchison

January 2026

Chris is a great driving instructor --- patient, clear, and very supportive. Lessons were well structured and really helped build my confidence. Highly recommend

Samuel Fidell

January 2026

I had phill as my instructor. He is great guy, very friendly but mostly very patient and great instructor and put 100% into everyone to pass. He has passed 3 of my family members in the last 2 years or so, highly recommended as tutor ☺️

Lilian Corbett

January 2026

I passed my test first try with Robyn Phillips today. Where do I start? I would 110% recommend her to anyone at all at any level of driving ability as she's so adaptable and works tirelessly to help you not only pass but drive well ...

Hannah Cross

January 2026

I had Phil Harvey as my driving instructor. I didn't have any prior experience with driving and he taught me everything I needed to know whilst being patient and allowing me to learn at my own pace. His instructions were explained clearly ...

Darcie B

January 2026

Robyn was lovely and caring throughout my experience learning to drive. Without her I very much doubt I would have ever passed! She goes above and beyond to improve your confidence. I would recommend her to anyone struggling or feeling anxious about driving. 🫶🏻 ...

James Batty

January 2026

Had my lessons with Robyn and she was very patient and encouraging. Was extremely helpful with any questions I had and supported me in building my confidence. Thanks again!

Flora Allen

January 2026

I highly recommend Robyn Philips as a driving instructor! Robyn was my second driving instructor and I am so glad that I swapped to her. She is kind, calm and was integral to building my driving confidence, both for the test and for driving ...

Harry Derbyshire

January 2026

Robyn is an incredibly talented instructor. She explains all the concepts incredibly clearly. I was quite an anxious learner and she set me at ease and allowed me to drive safely with confidence. I have had some ...

Edward

January 2025

Driving instructor Phil Harvey, great experience with him. Taught very well and knew all there was to know.

Monty Richards

January 2025

Really good instructors. Mick was very kind, helpful and patient. Definitely recommend.

Angus Adams

January 2025

I've been learning with Robyn Phillips since last year and she has helped me with everything I could possibly think of with driving. I would highly recommend her for anyone wanting to learn from the best!

Leonardo Wong

January 2025

Just passed my driving test 2 days ago and can't think of anyway the teaching from Phil and driveway could've been better. Doesn't just teach you to pass a test but also drive safely. Would definitely recommend

Maahika Singh

January 2025

I couldn't have asked for a better teacher than Robyn, she was so calm and kind and made not only a good driver but a confident driver and someone who went from being super anxious to excited when getting behind the wheel. I feel so grateful for her support. 10/10 recommend 💕 ...

Antony Windebank

January 2025

Phillip Harvey was my instructor, an amazing role model and teacher, furthermore he helped me pass within 4-5 months. He can help those at any level whether it may be beginners or those experienced learners like myself; to get back behind the wheel after 2 years.

Flora Allen

May 2026

I highly recommend Robyn Philips as a driving instructor! Robyn was my second driving instructor and I am so glad that I swapped to her. She is kind, calm and was integral to building my driving confidence, both for the test and for driving at home. I looked forward to my lesson each week! I passed first time which was absolutely down to the excellent advice of Robyn. Thank you so much!

James Batty

May 2026

Had my lessons with Robyn and she was very patient and encouraging. Was extremely helpful with any questions I had and supported me in building my confidence. Thanks again!

Darcie B

May 2026

Robyn was lovely and caring throughout my experience learning to drive. Without her I very much doubt I would have ever passed! She goes above and beyond to improve your confidence. I would recommend her to anyone struggling or feeling anxious about driving.

Caroli S

May 2026

5stars !!!! My son says he couldn't have wished for a better driving instructor! Robyn is patient and kind, and current! So her communication with the younger learners is spot on. She makes them feel comfortable and confident My son passed first time with only one minor, this is testament to Robyn's teaching. First class and highly recommended!! 5****

Leila

May 2026

Passed my test first time with Jonathan as my instructor! Very good lessons as he is an amazing teacher, will listen and help with anything you want to work on. Could not recommend a better instructor!

Christina Russo

May 2026

Just passed with Colin. Having had many instructors, he improved my driving the most and helped make me a safer more confident driver.

Anouk Molyneux

May 2026

Peter Goat taught me to drive, and he was brilliant! I passed first time. he was really kind and supportive.

Ruby Agnew

May 2026

Chris was such a great driving instructor, really calm, patient and supportive throughout every lesson. He helped me feel confident behind the wheel and thanks to his teaching I passed first time! I’m very grateful for all his help and would definitely recommend him to anyone learning to drive around Cambridge.

Thomas Bauguitte

May 2026

Colin was a quality driving instructor, allowing me to pass with flying colours!

Nicola Smith

May 2026

Dave has been an amazing instructor to my partner, couldn't have asked for a better driving instructor! Thank you for helping him pass first time and for always being so patient, understanding, and supportive throughout every lesson. You ...

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