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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.

Louise Woolnough

January 2026

Dave was my driving instructor, hes friendly funny and we instantly got along, he made my driving lessons the best part of my week i always came home with a smile on my face and some new skills under my belt. Would 100% recommend:)

Rory Webb

January 2026

I had Dave Warren as my Instructor. He has driven practically every type of vehicle in his lifetime, giving him invaluable experience and making him a first-class instructor. He communicates clearly, encouraging and providing helpful ...

josh wcuffie

December 2025

Big thanks to Dave for getting me through first time and only 30 hours of lessons 😮‍💨 Never a dull lesson and always helpful ...

Tom Ansell

December 2025

It has been an absolute pleasure to have been taught by the one and only Jon. His patience and experience helps to create an environment you feel comfortable in. Jon's clear and concise pointers really help to hone in your driving ability, ...

Charlotte Debono

December 2025

Thanks to Hanna Quarrie's fantastic teaching, I passed my driving test first time with zero minors. I only received lessons from Hanna as I had nobody else (e.g. my parents) available to teach me. This shows just how good she is! Not only ...

Bethany Franqueira

December 2025

Jon was amazing - our lessons always ended up in laughter - not only does Jon teach you to drive he teaches you to be An amazing driver - will miss our lessons - thank you for giving me the confidence to get behind the wheel again - which ...

Cyrus hariri

December 2025

Excellent driving lessons, my instructor Jonathon was extremely good and helped me pass my test first try! I could not recommend him more. Best instructor around!

luna laws

December 2025

Jonathan Phillips was an amazing instructor, and very patient teaching me as someone who was very anxious to get on the roads. I doubted myself a lot in my driving journey, but Jonathan's support really helped me succeed. I would recommend him highly!

Victoria Waterton

December 2025

My son had Dave Warren as an instructor who made the lessons fun and engaging. Would highly recommend! Josh passed today, 1st time, with 3 minors. Thanks Dave!

Maria Sabater

November 2025

A huge thank you to my instructor Jonathan who helped me pass my driving test on my first try! He was patient, calm and simply a great teacher. Jonathan made me feel confident in my driving abilities from the very first lesson and would ...

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