Does anyone know how much it costs to use the Lightwood Centre at Norton and what are the opening times.

Contact details would be very appreciated thanks.

It's five pound an hour.

It's open 7 days a week and I would think it would close when it goes dark.

I wouldn't bother though, get insured on the road as a learner.

The place is rubbish, full of potholes and if you aren't insured for off road driving and you have an accident then obviously you're in trouble.

£5.00 per hour and I think 9am - 4pm, 7days. My 15yr old had a great time, hopefully it will save a bit on the driving lessons in the future!

If they still do the intensive driving course on Saterday morning thats well worth it - I did it for four weeks and then only needed about 1/2 a dozen lessons on the road before passing my test :o

Originally posted by IanMitchell
The place is rubbish, full of potholes and if you aren't insured for off road driving and you have an accident then obviously you're in trouble.

Correct - the place is rubbish - yet it could be so much better if the people who bought it off the council did a bit of maintenance.

Stick to the large tarmac area to teach basic starting and stopping, 3 point turns etc. These basics are probably best taught away from the highways. But even in that massive area you have to watch out for giant lumps and bumps.

The majority of the roadways(?) are really narrow with bushes and trees sticking out into the road and more potholes than you'd care to drive over.

Do any driving instructors use it?

Yes, agreed you do have to try and avoid all the lumps and potholes and it would be good if it was maintained properly but then the price would probably rise and outprice its self.

Originally posted by nuf_said
Do any driving instructors use it?

Simple answer is 'NO'.

We used to use it for training under-17's but its got so run down as people have said, that we found it was doing more harm than good.

Originally posted by evildrneil
If they still do the intensive driving course on Saterday morning thats well worth it

Never heard of this! If they are running something like this then its illegal as only approved driving instructors ike myself are allowed to charge for giving driving lessons, even off road.

There is nothing, like IanMitchell said, to substitute for proper on-road experience with an ADI, and as he also said, unless you have specialist insurance, if you do have an accident your insurance company will NOT cover it and you'll have to pay for the rrepairs out of your own pocket.

Originally posted by nuf_said
But even in that massive area you have to watch out for giant lumps and bumps.


And watch out for other drivers.

When I went there were parents letting their 12 year old kids drive. I had to do an emergency stop when one of them cut infront of me and my dad.

It's stupid- if it was to be bought by the council and done up then it should be strictly prohibited to people with valid licenses (learners or normal).

Originally posted by IanMitchell
And watch out for other drivers.

When I went there were parents letting their 12 year old kids drive. I had to do an emergency stop when one of them cut infront of me and my dad.

It's stupid- if it was to be bought by the council and done up then it should be strictly prohibited to people with valid licenses (learners or normal).

The actual lower age limit is posted as 15, so if you do see anyone under that age you should report it to the man at the gate.

Can anyone recommend a good woman driving instructor who would give a nervous learner a bit of confidence behind the wheel.

Originally posted by sezemeseeds
Can anyone recommend a good woman driving instructor

funniest post of the year

:hihi: :hihi: :hihi: :hihi: :hihi: :hihi: :hihi:

Originally posted by sezemeseeds
Can anyone recommend a good woman driving instructor who would give a nervous learner a bit of confidence behind the wheel.
I think you have had more lessons than Mr & mrs Lessons who give lessons in Lesson City. Let me know when you are on the road and I wil stop in for a few weeks!!!

will be great driver lazarus thanks very much. know few people who would be glad of a lift when i pass my test!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:rant: :heyhey:

I THINK U SHULD HURRY UP AND GET A LICENCE SO U CAN TAKE UR SON TO SKWL:thumbsup::D

Originally posted by dizzee
I THINK U SHULD HURRY UP AND GET A LICENCE SO U CAN TAKE UR SON TO SKWL:thumbsup::D

great first post...........had me in stitches.......welcome to the forum:|

I started having lessons with THIS lady (http://www.sportsgoons.com/Images/volume3/3_17/danica3.gif); her PARKING (http://www.becooltrafficschool.com/images/WomanDriver2.jpg) was exemplary, her BIG SISTER (http://www.joe-ks.com/images/StuckMechanic.jpg) was a talented mechanic, and - if you paid extra, you got to learn in Her own vehicle (http://www.gonewacko.org/T2003/Vehicles/FastBed.jpg) :hihi:

There is a proper school to learn ladies to park. HERE (http://www.anvari.org/db/fun/Gender/Annual_Meeting_of_Women_Drivers.jpg)

Originally posted by viking
There is a proper school to learn ladies to park. HERE (http://www.anvari.org/db/fun/Gender/Annual_Meeting_of_Women_Drivers.jpg)

Let's hope there is also a proper school to TEACH people correct grammar :hihi:

Teachers teach, pupils learn.

hello having a non Uk licence and having never driven in England from 99 to 2003 I had to take some lessons to adjust to the English way of driving i.e.: driving on the wrong side of the road :hihi:
So, I had lessons with Lesley Edgar from Puffin Driving. She was great and gave me my confidence back. I think she's from Northern Ireland. She's very nice. But I don't know if she still is an instructor.
You could try phoning her on 01142509319.
Hope this helps.

yayyyyy! a proper answer to the original question!

Originally posted by msbehavin
Let's hope there is also a proper school to TEACH people correct grammar :hihi:

Teachers teach, pupils learn.


I notice you didn't say which car was yours, Ms:thumbsup:

Originally posted by Ousetunes
I notice you didn't say which car was yours, Ms:thumbsup:

I didn't bother with the link Ousey;)

Originally posted by dizzee
I THINK U SHULD HURRY UP AND GET A LICENCE SO U CAN TAKE UR SON TO SKWL:thumbsup::D


That's all we need, another car on the school run. :)

Originally posted by msbehavin
Let's hope there is also a proper school to TEACH people correct grammar :hihi:

Teachers teach, pupils learn.

There's nowt wrong wi Viking's Grammar! (http://www.livingmemory.org.uk/images/Old%20Lady%20in%20Chair.jpg) :hihi:

Originally posted by Don_Kiddick
I started having lessons with THIS lady (http://www.sportsgoons.com/Images/volume3/3_17/danica3.gif); her PARKING (http://www.becooltrafficschool.com/images/WomanDriver2.jpg) was exemplary, her BIG SISTER (http://www.joe-ks.com/images/StuckMechanic.jpg) was a talented mechanic, and - if you paid extra, you got to learn in Her own vehicle (http://www.gonewacko.org/T2003/Vehicles/FastBed.jpg) :hihi:

Was THIS (http://www.mykaussie.com/images/car.jpg) her car as well Don?:gag:

Originally posted by sezemeseeds
Can anyone recommend a good woman driving instructor who would give a nervous learner a bit of confidence behind the wheel.

This has got to be a wind up.
Talk about contradictions in terms.

Sezemeseeds - Whereabouts in Sheffield are you situated. My wife is a patient instructor and has experience with nervous pupils (male and female). PM me either with a contact number or I'll mail you my wifes number and you can have a chat with her.

Nice to see there's no sign of any sexism on this site then chaps:heyhey:

Originally posted by Lancs_Lad
Nice to see there's no sign of any sexism on this site then chaps:heyhey:

Oh come on. We can all have a laught can't we, even if we don't mean it!

The last time I had a good one was when my wife passed her bike test on the forth atempt. And before that it was when she passed her car test, ....on her fourth atempt. Hmmm.....:D

Originally posted by GabbleRatcht
Oh come on. We can all have a laught can't we, even if we don't mean it!

The last time I had a good one was when my wife passed her bike test on the forth atempt. And before that it was when she passed her car test, ....on her fourth atempt. Hmmm.....:D

3 t's in attempt mate :D

Yeah I know, but its getting late on a Saturday nite.

I tell you something, just used the Goggle bar spell chequer and it worx:D

Try Signals School of Motoring, based sheffield 5 area but will travel. tel 0114 2966728/07890 711630, especially for nervous drivers, very patient and friendly.:)

Howdy.

Theres probs a thread like this, im not sure, if so direct me in the right place.

Can you please tell me of your experiences with certain companies which provide driving lessons.. Basically cheapest what there like etc..

Theres quite a few, as in martin woodward, aa, Bill Plant(but was once told there have instracutors that aren't qualified??)

Any info/help?

Cheers..

Theres a million and one threads on this...

I went with a firm called "Carolines" but they were rubbish, never turned up, always ill etc... So I cancelled and moved on...

Then I went with Martin Woodward's, about £18 a lesson (but that was YEARS ago, in 2003/04) and passed first time. Ask for Jim. He's good. :thumbsup:

i am using the AA at the moment, and they're great, slightly more pricey than the smaller independent schools, but so far it's all good :)

Howdy.

Theres quite a few, as in martin woodward, aa, Bill Plant(but was once told there have instracutors that aren't qualified??)


There are 3 stages to becoming a driving instructor. When you reach stage 3, which is how you teach a pupil, you are allowed to get a trainee licence and teach pupils for real which helps in helping you to pass your ADI test.

The people that they are driving for would NOT let them out in a car to teach a pupil if they did not think that they were competent in doing so.

Don't use a group like the AA or BSM they're such a rip off! Go with a decent independant instructor. Get one that someone you know has gone with and passed with.

give paula a ring 2324581 i am takin lessons with her she works for herself she charges £18 a hour she is great very frindly some of my family are also learning wiv her

go with Horizon - they did me for my test and my pass plus - very good, competitive prices, local pick ups etc you can find them at

http://www.horizonschoolofmotoring.co.uk/

I had Allan (the owner) for my lessons and he was spot on :thumbsup:

U could give my hubby a ring on 0771 0467975 Martin at M-way Driving School. Or look at website www.m-waydriving.co.uk

Good luck whoever you choose to learn with.

Caz x

Im with bsm, had a couple of lessons so far and love it!

The people that they are driving for would NOT let them out in a car to teach a pupil if they did not think that they were competent in doing so.

Hmmm, not sure about this. When some of these national driving schools charge the instructors a few hundred pounds per week for the privilege of using one of their cars, supplying pupils,etc, don't be surprised that sometimes the financial incentive of having two dozen cars on the roads driven by trainees is more lucrative to the companies concerned, especially if the pupils are non the wiser about the instructors qualification level. If in doubt look for the green badge, only fully DSA approved instructors can display it.

Being able to pass parts 1 & 2 is the easy part, part 3 has by far the lowest pass rate for a reason. True, a trainee licence can be beneficial in achieving the part 3 pass, but a lot of hard work goes with it. No gain without pain.

anybody no why driving lessons are so expensive £30 per hour :rant:

anybody no why driving lessons are so expensive £30 per hour :rant:

that must be bsm or aa.!

anybody no why driving lessons are so expensive £30 per hour :rant:

To cover the cost of the car, petrol, insurance, maintanence, wages, tax etc etc

try Jon Wooward hes ace I passed first time with him, theres a thread on here type in Jon Woodward

anybody no why driving lessons are so expensive £30 per hour :rant:

at an educated guess i recon its because the car must be insured up to the eyeballs, thinkin about whos driving it !

anybody no why driving lessons are so expensive £30 per hour :rant:
Come on then Craig - who is charging £30 an hour?

anybody no why driving lessons are so expensive £30 per hour :rant:

Most independants are charging £18/19 an hour I don't know of any that charge £30, seems a bit high to me.

Not sure where you in Sheffield are but I learnt with Dave at AM School of Motoring and I can 100% recommend him, he is patient, reliable, friendly and I passed first time.

He charges £18 per hour or £17 for students and if you pay upfront for 10 lessons you get the 11th free so its even cheaper.

Check out - http://www.am-som.co.uk or call 2642472 and speak to Dave

anybody no why driving lessons are so expensive £30 per hour :rant:

I dont know any company that charges that! bsm is £22 an hour. I have had 6 hours so far and i am enjoying it. my instructor has a proper set out plan when teaching. When I had a private instructor before it wasnt as structured!

Howdy.


Theres quite a few, as in martin woodward, aa, Bill Plant(but was once told there have instracutors that aren't qualified??)

Here at Martin Woodward's we only have FULLY QUALIFIED DSA INSTRUCTORS and all cars are comprehensively insured for driving tuition.

I am learning with DriveWright, nearly ready for my test now! :)
Martyn charges £18 an hour, does block booking discounts, first lesson only £5!!!!! Hes really patient, funny, easy to get on with and a very good instructor! I know two of his pupils and they have both passed within the last few months. He is also registered for pass plus!!
His phone number is 0114 231 2789
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

I am with Rivelin.

Cheapest isn't always the best but £30 per hour is a bit steep too. Our prices are £20 per hour PAYG. Offers are available. We only use fully qualified instructors.

try passtime sdhool of motoring brill instructor and cheap 0114 2451989

Howdy.

Theres probs a thread like this, im not sure, if so direct me in the right place.

Can you please tell me of your experiences with certain companies which provide driving lessons.. Basically cheapest what there like etc..

Theres quite a few, as in martin woodward, aa, Bill Plant(but was once told there have instracutors that aren't qualified??)

Any info/help?

Cheers..

When I first began doing driving lessons, I went with the AA and unfortunately for me, the driving instructor used leave me feeling so tense that when it came to getting out of the car, I was in so much pain that I had to use codene to kill the pain. I then decided to go with BSM. Even though the instructor that they chose for me was slightly inexperienced, he was a dam good instructor. :D He then dropped the bombshell to say that he was leaving BSM and going independent. My heart sank! :sad: I was REALLY and trully comfortable with this particular instructor. However, I was given the opportunity to carry on lesson's with him by leaving BSM and becoming a student of his:) . Anyhow, to cut a long story short, this driving instructor gave me confidence and he made me feel as if HE believed in ME. This particular driving instructor enabled me to achieve the one thing that I've been waiting 21 years for, and thats my driving licence. The driving instructor in question is Mr PAUL RODGERS of FREEWAY SCHOOL OF MOTORING :thumbsup:
If you WANT to pass and have a driving instructor to help you, then contact Paul Rodgers on 07989 107799 or go to www.freeway-som.co.uk
Good driving with Paul :thumbsup:

Hi i was just wondering if anyone can help? i'm trying to find the phone number of my old driving instructor, he dosn't advertise in the yellow pages or thompson directory his name is terry newall, i took lessons in the handsworth area and also my test at handsworth , passing the first time after 10 lessons, but i am from s4 if anyone knows him or his phone number i would be grateful if you could help . What it is my daughter wants driving lessons & i found him very good there must be someone out there that knows him or knows if he is still an instructor

I need to learn to drive this summer and I was wondering if anybody could recommend a good local driving school or instructor? Are the smaller firms better than people like BSM? I'm 21, but a complete beginner. I am also a student so I need the prices to be reasonable! Currently living in the Abbeydale/London Road area. Thanks. :)

I know a good driving instructor, GEM Driving school, based in dronfield but does Sheffield and chesterfield. His number is 01246 417233, I wouldn't recommend BSM at all. He's called Gerald.

daves school of motoring is good!!! good prices not sure of number!

I'd really recommend Ian Priest from JDM. Give him a call on 07973 417849. More info on prices etc can be found at http://www.jdmsheffield.com/.

Hi Snickers

Give Claire a call on 0800 781 7656, she will arrange some lessons for you. We also offer and introductory rate and Student discounts, also we only have fully qualified DSA Instuctors. (No trainee instructors)

Rivelin driving school Stannington road.

Hi Snickers

Give Claire a call on 0800 781 7656, she will arrange some lessons for you. We also offer and introductory rate and Student discounts, also we only have fully qualified DSA Instuctors. (No trainee instructors)


yeah, martin, my mrs has lessons with them at the moment!!!!

good company!!

Jon Woodward, you can find his number and details on here

Freeway school of motoring 0114 2341563

Ask for Paul :thumbsup:

Freeway school of motoring 0114 2341536

Ask for Paul :thumbsup:

I too would have to say that Paul from Freeway School of motoring IS a good driving instructor. I called a few other driving schools but they aren't in the same league as Paul. At the end of the day, you pay for what you get. If you want to gain confidence on the road, if you want to feel competent at driving, then Paul is your man.

Could do you a deal of first 5 hours for £50, then £18 an hour after that.

All our instructors are fully qualified too.

I need to learn to drive this summer and I was wondering if anybody could recommend a good local driving school or instructor? Are the smaller firms better than people like BSM? I'm 21, but a complete beginner. I am also a student so I need the prices to be reasonable! Currently living in the Abbeydale/London Road area. Thanks. :)

I would recommend Martin Woodward, my son is 19 and is using them, my other son passed first time with them as well, as per other quotes ring and ask for Claire. She uses both manual and automatic.

I learnt with Dave at AM SOM - check out http://www.am-som.co.uk and can highly recommend him. Dave - 264 2472

I believe from a friend whos using him at the moment for lessons that hes offering £10 for the first lesson and then its £18 per hour after that (£17 if your a student) and if you pay for 10 lessons in advance you get the 11th free.

One way I think is to tell if a ADI is any good is to check out if they drive in a good manner while alone as well, or if it's a matter of do as I say and not as I do.
The reason being that I noticed one ADI from one of the schools mentioned decided that the no right turn on Prince of Wales Road that led on to Littledale estate did not aply to them. Also, as the middle bit is a no entry it is usual for drivers to double up, so amagine the the problem if someone had decided to do this only to be met with them coming in the opposite direction. Not only that, the road that they were turning in was not clear (due to a pair of idiots chatting through their windows to one another at the junction) but that did not stop them from partially blocking a duel carriage way

Well it wasn't me!!

I'm not pointing fingers, like other motorists ADI's are only human. This one just stood in my mind as prob one of the worse cases of bending the rules I've seen from an ADI. She looked quite stressed so was probably late as well.

Freeway school of motoring 0114 2341536

Ask for Paul :thumbsup:

Many thanks salster and mushroombabe for the mention.

Please note the number should read 2341563. :thumbsup: Please feel free to check out my website below for further information and alternate contact details.

I'm not pointing fingers, like other motorists ADI's are only human. This one just stood in my mind as prob one of the worse cases of bending the rules I've seen from an ADI. She looked quite stressed so was probably late as well.

Which confirms it wasn't me either ;)

Many thanks salster and mushroombabe for the mention.

Please note the number should read 2341563. :thumbsup: Please feel free to check out my website below for further information and alternate contact details.

Sorry :( ,

See I can drive but I can't copy a number off a card :hihi:

Do you teach English aswell :D :D

Thanks for all the responses. That should be enough of a selection for me to chose from. :)

read below i passed 1st time last week she is great

Hi I'm Jenny & Alpha is my driving school, so of course, I recommend me! 1st lesson's free, so nothing to lose, thereafter £18ph or by 10 get 1 free. I live near Meersbrook Park so know your area very well - I will happily give you a couple of no.s of former pupils for unbiased opinions too if you like! Call me for a chat on 0114 2509896.


I need to learn to drive this summer and I was wondering if anybody could recommend a good local driving school or instructor? Are the smaller firms better than people like BSM? I'm 21, but a complete beginner. I am also a student so I need the prices to be reasonable! Currently living in the Abbeydale/London Road area. Thanks. :)

I need to learn to drive this summer and I was wondering if anybody could recommend a good local driving school or instructor? Are the smaller firms better than people like BSM? I'm 21, but a complete beginner. I am also a student so I need the prices to be reasonable! Currently living in the Abbeydale/London Road area. Thanks. :)

Hi
My company is JDM, we are the largest sheffield based driving school. we only have fully qualified instructors, unlike BSM which does employ and train, trainees. To become fully qualified instructors will have passed a test of instructional ability.
There are cheaper than us - we charge £20 per hour - but I don't feel the cheaper can match us on quality of instructor, car or service and there are dearer who can't claim to be any better, especially those sending trainees to full paying clients.
We do the first session at half price if you have not previously taken a test and don't have one booked at the time. we do blocks of 10 hours for £185 and a big block of 25 for £450 (£18 per hour)
find out more www.jdmsheffield.com
thank you

hi does anyone know of any driving school in sheffield using small citreons or small cars for tuition. I am driving in a corsa and find loads of other instructors using too big cars.thanks.

Mr Bridger of this very forum uses a Mini

www.freeway-som.co.uk

He's also a very good instructor :thumbsup:

I've got a Clio.

Whats your problem with the Corsa? It can hardly be classed a a big car?

JDM (http://www.jdmsheffield.com/) use Peugeot 206's and Toyota Yaris'. Give Ian Priest a ring on 07973 417849 for more info.

Instructors using too big cars? The largest car ive seen in a lesson is the new micra. Thats not large either, its just fat n ugly. :hihi:

hi does anyone know of any driving school in sheffield using small citreons or small cars for tuition. I am driving in a corsa and find loads of other instructors using too big cars.thanks.


Hi Nisha99, we have a citreon C2. You can call me on 0800 781 7656 or 0114 2016565. Claire

i mean the backs are too high as in when dong reversing and that.i have to stretch up too much and its awkward. corsas have too high backs aswel.

have you tried sitting on a cushion, my husband has a ford Ka but provides a cushion for anyone that may need it to help with being able to see properly for both driving and manouvres.
www.paulbennett-schoolofmotoring.co.uk

thanks for the idea i could try a cushion. just for some advice would you rather learn in a car thats small and comfortable but the driving instructor is bitchy, or would you rather learn in a bigger car with a friendly driving instructor. im a bit stuck in between two different instructors who i might be taking lessons from i need to chose one instructor.much appreciated.

thanks for the idea i could try a cushion. just for some advice would you rather learn in a car thats small and comfortable but the driving instructor is bitchy, or would you rather learn in a bigger car with a friendly driving instructor. im a bit stuck in between two different instructors who i might be taking lessons from i need to chose one instructor.much appreciated.

If the instructor is bitchy then shes also unprofessional and I'd steer well clear.

If you learn in a bigger car, it can't be a bad thing can it.

i am so comfortable with my instructor, but not really with the car, same as yourself, but i've stuck with it as my instructor is really cool and relaxed :)

you see i know i would definitely pass my test in a car what the bitchy instructor has an old peugeot 106. however in my next lesson i will try using a cushion in my friendly instructors car.once you start taking lessons with a new instructor u have to show them all over again what u know which i dont want to regret if i fail in the bigger car :rolleyes: what do u think guys?

thanks for the idea i could try a cushion. just for some advice would you rather learn in a car thats small and comfortable but the driving instructor is bitchy, or would you rather learn in a bigger car with a friendly driving instructor. im a bit stuck in between two different instructors who i might be taking lessons from i need to chose one instructor.much appreciated.

neither, find sum1 else

waste of time and money otherwise

although your driving lesson should be professional it should also be fun, you should feel that at the end of each lesson you have learnt something, you should also look forward to your next one, I agree with one of the other forummers who said have lessons with neither, find someone who makes you feel comfortable in all aspects of learning and driving. my husband always advises his pupils that if there is something they are not happy with wether it be him, his teaching methods or car then move on to someone else. you are the one thats paying for these lessons and you will learn more when in a happy situation.

Totally agree with the post above. Remember you're paying for a service and as such don't be afraid to shop around and try a few instructors (and cars!) until you're happy. If you're still looking for a friendly, patient and professional instructor (with a small car!), I may be able to help :-) will-2-pass.co.uk

i think the driving instructor is 1 on his own its not a company.Also hes good hes not out there to rip people off he just wants people to pass first time

i think the driving instructor is 1 on his own its not a company.Also hes good hes not out there to rip people off he just wants people to pass first time
So do we all, love, so do we all!!

So do we all, love, so do we all!!

thats not what i want 2 know read first post and yes some r out there 2 rip people off but not all.

thats not what i want 2 know read first post and yes some r out there 2 rip people off but not all.
OOps! Sorry Betty - didn't mean to upset you. You seem to have a very jaundiced view - is this from some personal experience?

Terry is still going - I was talking to him only last week - but unfortunately I don't have his number to hand and no, he doesn't advertise. I'll get it for you if and when I see him next.

OOps! Sorry Betty - didn't mean to upset you. You seem to have a very jaundiced view - is this from some personal experience?

Terry is still going - I was talking to him only last week - but unfortunately I don't have his number to hand and no, he doesn't advertise. I'll get it for you if and when I see him next.

a couple of people i know have had bad experiences and from what they have told me they are being ripped off by their instructor, but like i said not all are like that and sorry if i offended by putting that. Also i would be very gratefull if you could get me terrys number that would be great thanks :)

Mr Bridger of this very forum uses a Mini

www.freeway-som.co.uk

He's also a very good instructor :thumbsup:

:thumbsup:

I second the vote :hihi: I passed today with him so i would say that....mind at the moment im so happy I would have his babies:love: :hihi:

Hes just a top fella makes you feel at home in the car.... The car aint bad for a "German copy of an english classic" :hihi: Just kiddin i loved her to bits :love:

If you reading this thanks Dude ( OooOp ) :cool:

Edit : And a good way to make my 500th Post LOL

How about the "fat n ugly" Micra :-) It might look lie a bullfrog on drugs but its an easy car to drive lol.

Patient, friendly instructor at no extra charge lol - give us a ring

www.m-waydriving.co.uk

Caz

:thumbsup:

I second the vote :hihi: I passed today with him so i would say that....mind at the moment im so happy I would have his babies:love: :hihi:

Hes just a top fella makes you feel at home in the car.... The car aint bad for a "German copy of an english classic" :hihi: Just kiddin i loved her to bits :love:

If you reading this thanks Dude ( OooOp ) :cool:

Edit : And a good way to make my 500th Post LOL
You're most welcome, just not sure about the babies bit :help: and the car knows you love her really.

OPA :D :D

Thankyou for all your response guys! I have been taking lessons in a peugeot 106 and the instructor is really good finally im satisfied good instructor tiny car. thanks alot anyway. x

I've been given some money for driving lessons for my birthday, and am a bit lost as to which instructor to book with.

I've never driven before and am quite nervous about it. However I'm also not stupid and don't want to spend an hour being patronised.

I don't know anyone who has taken lessons in Sheffield, so would appreciate some recommendations, especially from first-time drivers.

Reasonably priced lessons or a block discount of some sort would also be an advantage, but a quality instructor is of course more important.

Thanks,
Sam

try my instructor,, Jack,, he's matured man, and never ever wasted any single minute of my lesson,,here's
his number, try him,,07792156785, £18.00 per hr. its worth it,,

Lewis Hamilton

Mr Bridger (http://www.freeway-som.co.uk/index.html) who lurks in this very forum is the dOgZ NuTz :thumbsup: ( for you older people that means hes good ;) )

My daughter passed on her first attempt with a guy trading under the name of Logical, I don't have his details to hand but can find them if you're interested. He was recommended to us by neighbours who'd also had a first-time pass.

I'd recommend Ian Priest from JDM (http://www.jdmsheffield.com/). His direct number is 07973 417849.

I learnt to drive with Dave from AM School of Motoring - I found him to be patient and friendly and I passed first time.

I believe his lessons are £18 per hour and £17 per hour for students (you might want to double check these when you call) plus if you book and pay for 10 lessons in advance you get the 11th lesson free.

His number is 264 2472 or his website is www.am-som.co.uk

Good Luck

Try Martin Woodward, Good, friendly, instructors, cover most of Sheffield, also a long established company.

Try Lynn's School of Motoring excellent instructor :D

www.lynnsom.co.uk

Try paul bennett he has a website if you search his name in google. I started from not having any lessons and passed first time with him. He also doesn't get you to have more lessons than you need to get money out of you.

Cheers all, had a couple of reccomendations for Dave @ AM so will give him a call once I've sorted a day off with work.

My daughter passed on her first attempt with a guy trading under the name of Logical, I don't have his details to hand but can find them if you're interested. He was recommended to us by neighbours who'd also had a first-time pass.


could you possibly get me these details? =]

Mr Bridger (http://www.freeway-som.co.uk/index.html) who lurks in this very forum is the dOgZ NuTz :thumbsup: ( for you older people that means hes good ;) )

Another vote for the aforementioned Mr Bridger. :D

I have heard that Alan's, at Upperthorpe, is good. They drive minis which are great cars to learn in. phone 2660369
Avoid Bill Plant.....I live on a quiet road, good for 3 point turns, and have seen at least 2 of their instructors snogging pupils outside my house!!!:o

Do a search on the forum there are thousands of posts like this.

Another vote for the aforementioned Mr Bridger. :D


And here's ANOTHER vote for the notorious DAM good driving instructor from me :D

Thanks for helping me to fulfill one of my many dreams Paul :D

Terry's number is 01142447096.

Sorry it took so long

Terry's number is 01142447096.

Sorry it took so long


see betty not all driving instructors are out to rip the paying public off:cool:

Terry's number is 01142447096.

Sorry it took so long

Cheers for that! i thought you had forgotten? thanks alot
Betty Boob :thumbsup::banana:

lesley s o m he is very good passed my son and all his mates first time his name is peter lesley goodyear

lesley s o m he is very good passed my son and all his mates first time his name is peter lesley goodyear

Thanks maggidee for that but i was after the guy that taught me to drive passing on my tenth lesson and i've got his phone number now thanks to saxon :)

I've done a search but can not find exactly what I'm looking for.
Can anyone recommend a driving instructor who gives lessons in an automatic car?
Thanks in advance to anyone with information. :help::)

Yes BSM think they are in the phone book

I've done a search but can not find exactly what I'm looking for.
Can anyone recommend a driving instructor who gives lessons in an automatic car?
Thanks in advance to anyone with information. :help::)

simone....automatic gearbox cars are a doddle to drive, but if you pass your test in one you will forever be saddled with a licence which applies only to a car equipped with an automatic gearbox.

Do yourself a favour and take your instruction and ultimate test in a car equipped with a manual gearbox. if you're physically able to do so.

That way you'll have a choice of whichever car and its transmission type for the rest of your life, instead of just a restrictive qualification to always use an "automatic gearbox" car. :)

Best wishes for your ultimate success, whichever way you choose to take. :thumbsup:

I've given BSM a look.
I was hoping for a personal recommendation of a particular instructor

BSM cover a wide area. Your instructor will be the one who ground is near you. Mine was very nice, but you can always ask for another if you want.

No offence but I wouldnt go with BSM. Some people call them 'Bring some money". I've heard really bad reviews from a number of people. As another poster said it really would be alot better to learn in a manual car because then you can drive either. Second hand manual cars are much more widely available and in general cheaper then automatics. When you get the hang of manual its fine - no probs so dont worry about it

http://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/showthread.php?t=216441&highlight=automatic+driving

Just found this one for you on here :)

Thanks elora!

My daughter is having lessons with Stuart of Roadsafe on 266 8063 or mobile 07970 178534. She is very happy with him. I think he is based at Crookes.

Thanks JillM. (:

If you're considering an automatic car because of mobility difficulties then there's a driving school that has lots of kit to adapt vehicles for all sorts of disability- just Google for 'Mobility Driving School' in Sheffield.

Thanks medusa, but it's more to do with never really enjoying driving a manual car and failing my test 4 times!!!
I just think an automatic will be easier to drive allowing me to enjoy driving more.

I've recently moved to S8, just near Meersbrook Park, and am looking for a driving instructor.

Does anyone have experience of driving instructors they recommend or would advise me to steer clear of?

A company I would recommend is JDM Sheffield (http://www.jdmsheffield.com/), and in particular Ian Priest. You can find out more about from the company from the link above or you can call Ian direct on 07973 417849. Good luck!

Agree with last post try JDM. My wife used Richard Grindrod Motor School. I think he is chair of the Sheffield Association of Driving Schools. He is also very good. I think he is based on Abbeydale Rd near Tesco. Not that far away either. Sorry no longer have his number.

My daughter used them and said they were ok

Quite the opposite for me. I went with JDM when I learnt and my instructor was often late and was generally badly organised.

After a bad experience with Alan's School of Motoring i learnt and passed first time with Steve at JDM. He was always punctual and very patient.

Give us a ring lol

Caz

I passed first time with JDM , highly recomend them

Hi,

I'm just about to embark on driving lessons but I'm a bit overwhelmed with the choice of instructors. Can anyone please recommend a good instructor with reasonable prices (about £20 per hour)? I work on Ecclesall Rd but live in Hillsborough so it needs to be someone who covers S11 & S6.

Any advice would be much appreciated :roll:

Dont know whether they cover ur area, but I learnt with a bloke called Wes at Alan Drabble school of motoring. Passed 1st time! he also taught my brother, who is deaf, and he passed 1st time too! i dont have a number for them any more as it was a few yrs ago, but type Alan Drabble into a search engine and it should find it. cant reccomend Wes enough, he was so patient with me, even when i couldnt get reverse round a corner for the 10th lesson in a row!

Hi, due to numerous passes in the last few weeks I have spaces available I live in the S6 area my prices are £19.00 per hour, first lesson is free I also do discounts on block bookings and 2 hour lessons for more information telephone 0114 2348374 / 07906018156 and ask for paul or visit my website www.paulbennett-schoolofmotoring.co.uk

Sorry to tag onto this thread but I'm also looking for a driving instructor, preferably a woman who covers the S12 area. She has to be able to tolerate me constantly saying sorry too, it seems to be my 'thing' when driving!!:loopy:

try local, they have a choice of male and female instructors and will find 1 who covers your area, my instructor works for them and is good and others who've had lessons with them have been pleased.

try using the search facility on this forum

Try wighams they are very good with some good deals on block bookings. My son just passed with one of their instructors (Randy Davone) he was a really good bloke, but i think they have women instructors.

Martin Woodward S O M cover most of Sheffield, established 1973, good, reliable, and won't let you down.

You could try Jean keane Driving School as she is Manor local and very good. She is a personal friend and has been in the bussiness for years. She is also able to do lessons from work if in Sheffield. Her number is in the Yellow Pages and we have recommended her for loads of our friends with no complaints.

Jean Keane Motoring School:hihi:, local to town, can pick you up from work for lessons what more do you need ? In the Yellow Pages too. We have passed her onto a few people with no worries. She is a friend though.

I know the previous thread mentioned S8 but I'm sure the driving instructors mentioned will cover the areas you are looking for too.

http://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/showthread.php?t=246427

How much are martin woodward?

Definately recommend JDM

We have automatic cars with male and female qualified instructors.

How much are martin woodward?

HI *Ryan*

We have different pricing structures depending on your driving experience and when you are available for your lessons. We also offer block booking discounts. Give me a call on 2016565 or 0800 781 7656 and i will be able to give you an accurate quote.

Claire

Hi - You could try Dave at AM School of Motoring - he charges £18 per hour (£17 for students) and if you buy 10 upfront you get the 11th lesson free.

Check out http://www.am-som.co.uk or call him on 264 2472.

Good Luck

Hi - You could try Dave at AM School of Motoring - he charges £18 per hour (£17 for students) and if you buy 10 upfront you get the 11th lesson free.

Check out http://www.am-som.co.uk or call him on 264 2472.

Good Luck

My niece passed with JDM - first time.I would definitely recommend them.

Definately a Martin Woodward fan here, I passed first time :D My fella will be learning with them more than likely :thumbsup:

Hi,

I'm just about to embark on driving lessons but I'm a bit overwhelmed with the choice of instructors. Can anyone please recommend a good instructor with reasonable prices (about £20 per hour)? I work on Ecclesall Rd but live in Hillsborough so it needs to be someone who covers S11 & S6.

Any advice would be much appreciated :roll:

Hi,

My name is Andy Stott, and I would like to recommend myself! I too live in Hillsborough, but I already have one pupil who works on Ecclesall Road, so that's no problem. I am , of course, fully qualified.

Before retraining as a driving instructor, I spent many years teaching in comprehensive schools, which I believe carries real benefits. I am patient and systematic in my approach, believe in building relationships with my pupils, but at the same time try my best to make learning fun!

My mobile number is 07876182943, freefone 0800 051 1990. I can, of course, provide references from happy clients!

Cheers, Andy

Martin Woodward S O M cover most of Sheffield, established 1973, good, reliable, and won't let you down.


HI jenbop2007

We have male and female fully qualified Instructors covering all areas of Sheffield in manual and automatic cars and offer discounts for beginners and block bookings.
Have a look at the web site, please note that the cars have been updated to the following - Renault Clio, Hyundai Getz, Chevrolet Kalos, 2 x Toyota Yaris, Honda Jazz, 2 x Ford Fiesta, Citreon C2, Peugeot 307 (Automatic) and from the 3rd September Peugeot 107.
Give me a call on 0114 2016565 or 0800 781 7656 for a quote.

Claire

louise inman is amazing! louise is really friendly and really calm as well

Louise Inman
23, Greno Crescent, Grenoside, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S35 8NX
Tel: 0114 2570683 Mob: 07962 962521 • Patient Female Instructor • Beginner & Refresher Lessons • Motorway Lessons • Pass Plus Registered • Block Booking Discounts • Most Areas Covered
Driving Schools

Feel free to have a look at our website, we cover all areas of Sheffield and Rotherham at reasonable prices.

Caz

http://www.helliwellsschoolofmotoring.co.uk

Excellent instructor.

Hi
we only have fully qualified instructors, unlike BSM which does employ and train, trainees. To become fully qualified instructors will have passed a test of instructional ability.
...especially those sending trainees to full paying clients.

Just a query about your obvious dislike of trainee instructors.....

If they arent allowed to teach 'real' pupils how are they expected to gain the experience necesaary to be an effective instructor.

I learnt with a trainee instructor (who was admittedly supervised some of the time) and found no problems with his attitude, tuition etc. (And please note that I passed my test first time).

I'm sure that becoming a successful driving instructor is no different to many professions, where there is no replacement for 'hands-on' practice.

I don't know how you can assume that I don't like trainee driving instructors. I was one myself in 1992/3 and I know my standards and enthusiasm were high enough to offset my lack of experience.

However, I wasn't £3 per hour dearer than the adi's who had been around for years

BSM do have trainees and when you book a lesson, you could be sent either a trainee or an experienced instructor. Passing your part iii demonstrates an ability to teach to the required standard. By choosing a fully qualified instructor you don't run the risk of having someone who will actually fail his part 3.

However, when we did have trainees in our company, I ensured they received more than enough training and supervision and encouraged them to be more generous with their time.
Other companies, including the most expensive, seem to make no attempt to "compensate" their clients for paying full price for a non qualified trainer

In the end, its easier not to have trainees and to let peole know that if you don't want to risk booking with someone who may never cut it, come to us

we've got male and female instructors, all fully qualified, all receive annual retraining
http://www.jdmsheffield.com

or http://www.driving-school-sheffield.com

thanks

Why hasn't anyone mentioned Bill Plant.......???? lol

Hmmm.... I wonder?

or try HORIZON SCHOOL OF MOTORING, pm saxon for details:D as its highly recomended on here.:thumbsup:

Sorry to tag onto this thread but I'm also looking for a driving instructor, preferably a woman who covers the S12 area. She has to be able to tolerate me constantly saying sorry too, it seems to be my 'thing' when driving!!:loopy:

Hi, I can recommend Michelle at Signals, sorry dont have her number to hand but Shes in the Yellow Pages

Go with JDM - they are excellent! :clap:

Why hasn't anyone mentioned Bill Plant.......???? lol


What do you mean by this? Is he no good?

What do you mean by this? Is he no good?
My instructor Andy from Bill Plant is great! Within 3 lessons, I can drive on my own without no problems!

I can recommend Dave at A M School Of Motoring. I was very nervous and never driven before. Dave gave me loads of confidence and I passed first time.

check out his web page at

www.am-som.co.uk

Does anybody remember holland's school of motoring!!

Mick Dodsworth, M&G school of motoring is absolutely fab! A great bloke with loads of patience who's motto is not to dwell on mistakes, have a laugh about them and move on! the number os 0114 2875150.

Whatever you do, NEVER EVER EVER have crossroads!!!! I had 2 lessons and was reduced to tears on both of them by the horrible horrible man who shouted and tutted whenever i made a mistake! (For god's sake Id never drove a car before!!!)

Thankfully Mick from M&G got my confidence back and thankfully I passed 2 and a half years ago.He's now teaching me sister who also loves him!

Hmmm.... I wonder?

Would you mind if I sent you a PM to ask a question? It's regarding a highway code question, I know it's a bit cheeky. :hihi:

Thanks for all the advice, everyone.

I think I'll give JDM a try.

Hi, I can recommend Michelle at Signals, sorry dont have her number to hand but Shes in the Yellow Pages
yeah my girlfriend uses signals too she enjoys her lessons she say's michelle is very understanding with her gives her reasurance and confidence.The number is 01142344601/07890711630.Good luck.

Would you mind if I sent you a PM to ask a question? It's regarding a highway code question, I know it's a bit cheeky. :hihi:

Ask away.............

hi all, i recommend john sprigg he taught me, very patient, friendly. :loopy:

Ask away.............

ta, I've sent you a message.

Hello all,

I live in Walkey/Crookesmoor area and want to learn to drive. I'm quitting my job to go to University next week so I'm looking for reasonably cheap driving lessons. Does anybody know of a decent driving instructor that may be suitable? My Dad is a driving instructor but lives in Bradford which is not that helpful!

Thanks,

SMSM

My instructor Ken is really good, I recomended him to someone else and she really likes him so it's not only me who approves. He is £19 a hour but £180 if you book in a block of £10 which is about normal prices these days I think. You could probably find someone cheaper but your best off paying another £1 a hour as it will save you money in the long run. If you'd like his number drop me a PM, as I don't think your supposed to put people's phone numbers on threads.

I've been championing JDM (http://www.jdmsheffield.com/) for a long time and I know a lot of people on here have sung their praises too. I had Ian Priest (07973 417849) and would happily recommend him, and the company as a whole, to anyone wanting to learn to drive

if you do a search on here this topic has been covered hundreds of times and you will find a good instructor

Paul Bennett school of motoring prices are £19.00ph first lesson is free, discount lessons are £180.00 for 10hrs or if you have 2hr lessons these are £36.00 for any more information telephone 0114 2348374 or 07906018156 or see the website.

I can definitely recommend Paul Bennett - I learnt to drive with him over the summer and passed my test last week (first time). He was very good at keeping me feeling confident and calm, and I learnt much more quickly than I expected!

Does anyone know of a good driving instructor, one who might do intensive courses too?

Thanks in advance :)

Hi

I learnt to drive with Dave at AM School of Motoring - www.am-som.co.uk and can recommend him.

I personally wouldn't recommend intensive courses but I know Dave does block bookings of 10 lessons - buy 10 and get the 11th lesson free!

I think he charges £18 per hour and £17 per hour for students.

Based in S12 but covers the whole of Sheffield.

Check out his website - www.am-som.co.uk or call him on 264 2472 or 07711 454394

Good Luck
ManzManz

Hi

I learnt to drive with Dave at AM School of Motoring - www.am-som.co.uk and can recommend him.

I personally wouldn't recommend intensive courses but I know Dave does block bookings of 10 lessons - buy 10 and get the 11th lesson free!

I think he charges £18 per hour and £17 per hour for students.

Based in S12 but covers the whole of Sheffield.

Check out his website - www.am-som.co.uk or call him on 264 2472 or 07711 454394

Good Luck
ManzManz

Agreed, try Dave my partner passed with him :thumbsup:

and good luck :)

Hi
Can anyone recommend patient Driving Instructors Auto and Manual, and their fees

Hi try Paul Bennett school of motoring friendly, patient instructor
1st lesson free
£19.00 p/h
£36.00 2hrs
block book 10 lessons £180.00
for more information telephone 0114 2348374 or 07906018156
places available due to several 1st time passes in the last couple of months
look at my website www.paulbennett-schoolofmotoring.co.uk

Hi
Can anyone recommend patient Driving Instructors Auto and Manual, and their fees

My driving instructor is great and very patient - dave Hounsley 07785596296

(I hope this is relevant site to post this...)
I haven't driven for more than 5 years.
I want to refresh my driving skills and am looking for driving school/instructor who can provide me lessons. Could anyone give me any advices?

Hi I have got vacancies due to several passes in the last couple of months, first lesson is free price after that is £19.00 ph or £36.00 for 2 hour lessons. I usually find 7 to 8 hours brings the confidence back to be able to drive again. for more information telephone 0114 2348374 or 07906018156 and ask for Paul

Paul Bennett School of Motoring

Elo...
I see a lot of recommendations here for driving schools/instructors...can anyone recommend an instructor to help "pass" the exam. I am licensed in Asia and the US, and need to get mine in the UK now....hence learning to drive for the UK test is what I need, and of course going through the actual test areas.

Preferably in a Honda Jazz.... :-)

Any help is much appreciated! Thanx.

Elo...
I see a lot of recommendations here for driving schools/instructors...can anyone recommend an instructor to help "pass" the exam. I am licensed in Asia and the US, and need to get mine in the UK now....hence learning to drive for the UK test is what I need, and of course going through the actual test areas.

Preferably in a Honda Jazz.... :-)

Any help is much appreciated! Thanx.


My driving instructor is great and has a Honda Jazz. She's called Margaret and works for Martin Woodwards. She also taught my brother a couple of years ago.

I can recommend Dave at A M School Of Motoring. I was very nervous and never driven before. Dave gave me loads of confidence and I passed first time.

check out his web page at

www.am-som.co.uk


I learnt with Dave too - I would recommend him - I think he charges £18 per hour and offers block booking and student discounts. Good luck - ManzManz

David Housley - I havnt got a contact number on me at the moment but he is an awesome instructor with alot of patience (Which is good seeing as I panic easily). Got many pupils through first time and has excellant teaching methods!

He rocks! :hihi:

My old driving instructor was ace.
He's called Roger and his company is Thurgoland Driving. He definately covers S6 and I'm pretty sure he used to cover S11 too.
can;t remember his number but its in the phone book.
He was ace and very nice and patient and a very good teacher.

I can whole heartedly recommend Dave Taylor, he taught me and I passed first time with only 4 minors. Dave was amazing at building my confidence and not just teaching me to pass my test but how to be a good driver beyond the test as well.

His number is 0114 2363153 or email him on drive@dttaylor.net. His prices are really competitive for either paying by the hour or for a block.

He's really patient and friendly....definately better than the 2 previous instructers I had through the AA.

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Whatever you do, NEVER EVER EVER have crossroads!!!! I had 2 lessons and was reduced to tears on both of them by the horrible horrible man who shouted and tutted whenever i made a mistake! (For god's sake Id never drove a car before!!!)

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Who did you have? I am with them and I have a really nice instructor. His name is Alan, and he has never shouted at me, he is very patient.

Paul Bennett school of motoring. Very reliable, honest and trustworthy. Passed really quickly with him. Definately worth contacting.

Paul is good!

Also try Richard on 07789906554, good pass rate!

Alan.......

Recommend Martin at M-way Driving School. Very patient, good fun and no time wasting in lessons. 0771 046 7975

I am moving to Sheffield early in the New Year and will need to find a new driving instructor. I have only had a few lessons so I am pretty much a novice still. I would definitely be interested in an intensive course if that were offered. I believe BSM offer something along those lines but have not heard much good press about them. Please put me right if that is not the case.

All suggestions welcome! Many thanks

Kelly Nicholls

Theres quite a few on here i believe and i think it depends what area of sheffield your moving to.

The instructor i learnt with was paul bennett of paul bennett school of motoring, really nice guy. My next door neighbour has also recently passed with him and she highly recomends him.

Amanda jones school of motoring, she's brill, and her husband does it too if you'd prefer a male instructor, i won't give out her number on here but she's in the phone book!

Search the threads, it's been done many times

Thanks for everyone's tips. I had tried searching previous posts but didn't return any results but will try again

Cheers,

Kelly

Wighams do intensive. they good. reasonably priced too. have a chat with them see what you think, number is in book or try yell.com. :thumbsup:

I passed with Dave at AM SOM - he lives in S12 but covers the whole of sheffield.

Check out his website at www.am-som.co.uk or call him on 264 2472.

I think lessons are now £18 per hour or £17 if your a student, He does block bookings so if you buy 10 upfront you get the 11th lesson free.

Wigham intensive-GGGGRRRRRRREEEEEEEAAAAATTTTTTTT-say you were reffered by Tommy T they will look after you.

Many people (ncluding a large number of driving instructors) think that intensive courses are a really bad option so I would carefully look into all your options before choosing any.

I am moving to Sheffield early in the New Year and will need to find a new driving instructor. I have only had a few lessons so I am pretty much a novice still. I would definitely be interested in an intensive course if that were offered. I believe BSM offer something along those lines but have not heard much good press about them. Please put me right if that is not the case.

All suggestions welcome! Many thanks

Kelly Nicholls

Richard Grindrod from abbeydale road but does a fair way away aswell. Good instructor has good results.:thumbsup:

Hi,

I recommend UK Drive in sheffield, the instructors name is Keith Sanderson and hes a good, young and friendly instructor with good rates and lesson prices. For more details email Keith_sanderson@hotmail.com.

Really good driving instructor also nice and cheap (£15 a lesson). Really friendly and reliable.
Call Him on 01142465443 or 07786877105 and he will be happy to provide more information :)

I am recomending Harold Ellis as a excellent driving instructor
He is:
* Very friendly, patient and also a very reliable instructor
* Does a full range of lessons, Beginners, assessments, refresher moterways
* He has had 30 years driving experience, and also provides help with theory if needed :)

Lessons are ONLY £15 per hour, which from expierence is quite a good rate., and he will also do discount fo Block Bookings.

So... do not hesitate to give him a call
Home- 01142465443 and his mobile is 07786877105

id recommend mine but they are probably dead by now (old age before you ask)lol:hihi::hihi:

Mod note: Threads merged

I'd also recommend Martin at M-way Driving School. I was quite nervous when I started but he was really patient and explained everything clearly. Lessons were fun but he also made sure I passed my test safely.

0771 046 7975 / 0114 220 9259

hello,

Can anyone recommend a driving school or instructor in Sheffield please?

Something not too expensive between £10 to £15

Don't look at me then!

If anyone is charging the rates you're after, then seriously think again. No 'good' driving school is going to charge that sort of rate and last very long.

Merry Xmas and good luck.

saxon is right you pay for what you get
sorry to say no one charges those prices these days if they do keep away

Thanks for the warning, Benji.

I'm thinking of taking some more driving lessons in the new year and finally getting a licence!

BTW, could Admin move this thread to the 'Sheffield Topics' Section, as it is not really connected with pubs/clubs/nights out!

hey every1 is right about the price range your looking for. i'm very sure that nobody would charge that much even if they were bad....lol

anyway can recommend LA driving school - 07810 888 066
quite cheap, very good instructor, down to earth, young so can relate to him alot more than someone older. charges £25 for a 90min lesson and ask for your first lesson free when you see him and he may let you off!!!! lol

Saxon I've heard alot about 'Grading' & told I should be looking for an instructor at least at Level 5 - does that sound about right ?

hey i want an opinion from anyone young or old, learning to drive or even just passed.

why do people go to big named driving schools like bsm or AA or maybe others (i cant remember the names of,maybe people can help with them?) and pay really highly priced lessons when there are many other good driving instructors around sheffield who are cheaper and better?
so it would be nice to hear from all who are interested about this topic to reply and give your opinion, good or bad. let us know about your experience with this and any recommendations and or who not to go to.......... please include prices you would pay and have paid or are paying now for your lessons?
I will start-- I recommed LA driving school 07810 888066
£25 for 90min lessons, got first lesson free too....passed very quickly, no time wasted and was great fun, he was young to.:):cool:

dont go to bsm, £22 for 60mins is a rip off!!!!:mad: and they want money upfront.

Do you drive like your name suggests? I dont think LA driving school will be happy with you plugging them with that name!

I taught myself. Free,no time limits, no exams. no faffing about.

lol, your either in a bad mood or just messing around??
my username has nothing to do with the way i drive, i couldnt think of a good one and that came into my head!!! anyway i bet my driving is better than yours? since you havent even taken your exams and seem to talk to yourself about how to drive????
you're losing business if you dont charge yourself for lessons!! lol

Do you drive like your name suggests? I dont think LA driving school will be happy with you plugging them with that name!

I taught myself. Free,no time limits, no exams. no faffing about.


NO EXAMS? that suggests that you are still a learner or an unsupervised unqualified driver.

Have you passed your test?

NO EXAMS? that suggests that you are still a learner or an unsupervised unqualified driver.

Have you passed your test?

No, I can drive and do, for about 6 years now. I just refused to pay £50+ for a driving test when its blatant the instructors have a quota of how how many pass and fail in a day. Its pot-luck.

lol @ better driver boyracer, I bet your only a nipper. 17?

im older than that 22 and i used to be a racing driver when younger but never continued so have more experience than you think!!

anyway forget about this tiff you seem to have with me, im very curious about the comment you've made about getting your test free? that seems strange and how did you get it free....... comom spruce, share your secrets?

your insurance must be skyhigh then, spruce. surely it would be cheaper to take the test and get lower insurance as full license-holder, than pay for insurance for a provisional driver.

anyway I learnt with a local self employed instructor, as did most of my friends, he was nice and cheap

No, I can drive and do, for about 6 years now. I just refused to pay £50+ for a driving test when its blatant the instructors have a quota of how how many pass and fail in a day. Its pot-luck.

That actualy is urban myth, a pass is a pass and you can appeal if you think you passed but the examiner failed you.

However, by the sounds of it, boyracer (despite the unapealing image) must be better than you as he has passed his test, you havent! prove you are as good as him and take your test, see if you can pass your test first time, you should do after all you have been driving 6 years and have much better skills than a mere 17yr old.

Go on dude, mr self taught, unlicensed, uninsured, walking, talking road safety hazzard

Advance2go (I think his 'company' name is) one man, who teaches all his students. He never had a 'name' until my OH passed in his car. He's a brill bloke. Does things how you want doing, pass in a month, he'll aim for it. If you want to take 5 yrs to pass, he'll go with that flow too. My OH got cheaper lessons from him, as they are neighbours! But he's pretty cheap, at full price.

Advance2go :) Lovely bloke! :D

your insurance must be skyhigh then, spruce. surely it would be cheaper to take the test and get lower insurance as full license-holder, than pay for insurance for a provisional driver.

He dosent have insurance unless he is supervised by a full license holder over 21yrs and held a full license for 4 yrs +

Without a license his insurance is VOID in the event of an accident

ooh dear, i hope he doesnt get in a scrape then

mr squirrel love the "Go on dude, mr self taught, unlicensed, uninsured, walking, talking road safety hazzard" comment. now that was funny!!!!

you seem to know a fair bit about this? whats your story?

I did have one minor bump about 18 months back but I just gave the woman a blank cheque for the damages, which she was happy to do.

passed my 'L' test first time at 17 (1990)
Trained as a driving instructor in january 1995- Big mistake, dont have the paitence lol
Started working as a delivery driver summer 1995 driving average 100,000mls per year and done so ever since
Passed hgv class2 first time with only 3 minors january 2004

Never had an accident.............seen thousands

I think i'd be happy with a blank cheque HAHA