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April 2026
Passed my test today first time with 1 minor with the help of my instructor Dave warren highly recommend best instructor out there!!!!! makes you feel at ease, funny and is patient with you
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 ...
May 2026
I had Hanna as my instructor and she was amazing!! She helped me build my confidence and taught me the skills needed to pass first time. I greatly appreciate everything she has done for me I would recommend her for anyone 🥰 ...
May 2026
I passed today with only 3 minors, I am super happy with the results!!! My instructor Hanna helped me pass on my first try!!!! Hanna is extremely patient, explains everything really clearly to me and really boost my confidence in driving. I would highly recommend Hanna to anyone!! 🤗☺️ ...
May 2025
Mark was an excellent instructor, I would absolutely recommend!
June 2025
Would recommend Shelash who taught me from the beginning how to drive auto! Had an amazing experience
May 2025
Shelash is very kind, very attentive, and taught me how to drive safely in the UK. Highly recommended.
May 2025
highly recommend Gaia as a driving instructor!!!! so lovely and really patient. couldn't have asked for better ☺️❤️
May 2025
Shelash was very patient while teaching me how to drive, explaining things in a way that made sense. He also made it fun too which put me at ease
May 2025
Just passed my test with 0 minors after only driving for 3 months thanks to Jon, brilliant instructor , very calm and patient and a good laugh to be around ,couldn't recommend more 👍 ...
May 2025
Wooho passed my test! Hanna is an amazing teacher with lots of patience! Definitely would recommend Hanna she is amazing :-)
May 2025
Would highly recommend Mark as an instructor. As someone who was late to the game with learning how to drive, he was very supportive and helped me get to a place where I was able to pass the first time.
May 2025
Dave taught my son to drive and he passed first time. Dave is kind, patient and accommodating. I will be asking him to teach my youngest son too. Thanks Dave.
May 2025
Gaia is so lovely and such a good instructor - I passed both my theory and practical first time and have recommended her to all my friends!
May 2025
I passed first time with Hanna from Driveway. She was kind, patient and flexible with her lesson timings. I'd certainly recommended Drive away!
May 2025
Shelash is a great instructor, patient, and with his explanations and guidance he helps you learn to drive safely and confidently. Can only recommend!
August 2025
I passed first try with only two minors after getting taught by Hannah. She's lovely and an amazing instructor.
February 2026
Gaia is so utterly amazing makes you feel safe to learn and breaks everything down easily and gives me the confidence despite my anxieties around driving reccomended 100% I passed my test this week and I miss her already :)
August 2025
I passed with Shelash, incredible driving instructor. Very supportive and made me feel comfortable. Could not recommend more.
May 2025
A huge thank you to Hanna for being my driving instructor and helping me to pass first time. She was very patient, fun and made me feel comfortable. I highly recommend.
May 2025
Shelash is a fantastic instructor, patient, knowledgeable and easy to get along with. Highly recommended. Also speaks perfect Spanish if that makes a difference.
May 2025
Could not recommend Gaia enough. Firstly, she was an amazing tutor who was able to understand and adapt to how I learn. A calm personality that made every new scenario easier to navigate and ...
May 2025
Dave is a great instructor! Gives you confidence when you find challenges and helps you overcome them. He is patient with you if you become overwhelmed and helps calm you down. Would definitely recommend.
May 2025
I learned to drive with Hanna Quarrie and she was very patient and very clear and helpful with instructions whilst being firm when needed. Would highly recommend for anyone since she was kind throughout the entire process, even when making mistakes, and made sure that any mistakes made were drilled into being corrected
May 2025
Shelash Teli gave me the confidence to believe in myself I could drive. Only started with him in October, after having another instructor. He made me feel comfortable and calm. A great sense of humour. Taught me in a way that was easy to ...
March 2026
I recently passed my test first time with Hanna Quarrie as my instructor. She was organised, a great communicator, and kept track of my progress after every lesson. I always enjoyed our lessons as she created a relaxed environment that ...
March 2026
Hanna is an incredible instructor. Highly recommend. Makes learning enjoyable.
March 2026
Jonathan Philips was an incredible driving instructor who always supported and believed in me that I could pass my test! couldn't of done it without him.
March 2026
Highly recommend Jon as a driving instructor!! He's so calm and friendly, and makes you feel incredibly confident in your driving. I wouldn't have passed my test without him! Thank you :))
March 2026
Gaia Fleet was the perfect instructor for me. After a few test fails over the years with other instructors I had a lot of anxiety about taking another driving test. Gaia was patient, kind and pushed me the right amount. I didn't feel ...
March 2026
I was so lucky to have found Mark as an instructor. I didn't have a great experience learning to drive before him and when I met him I was very anxious with a huge lack of confidence. Mark turned that around, he is a fantastic instructor - ...
February 2026
Gaia is so utterly amazing makes you feel safe to learn and breaks everything down easily and gives me the confidence despite my anxieties around driving reccomended 100% I passed my test this week and I miss her already :)
February 2026
Couldn't recommend Jonathan Phillips enough such a fun and kind driving instructor extremely helpful and making sure I was ready for my test which I passed with 1 minor !
February 2026
"Passed my test 1st time!!... Thanks to the lovely Gaia Fleet ! An amazing instructor who is supportive, friendly, and great at breaking down complex maneuvers. I actually enjoyed my lessons and felt safe every time I was behind the wheel Highly recommended!"
February 2026
I honestly couldn't have asked for a better driving instructor than Dave Warren. From day one he was incredibly patient, supportive, and clear in his teaching, which made such a difference to my confidence. Every lesson was well-structured ...
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