Had an amazing experience learning how to drive with Abeer. She was encouraging, supportive and extremely kind. I looked forward to all my driving lessons and she really supported me when I was anxiou... See more
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We are one of the best known driving schools in South-East London & North-West Kent. Established since 1989, with over twenty five years experience helping over 50,000 people learn how to drive and pass their test. We are not a national school with a call centre, we are a friendly LOCAL school. We cover most SE, DA & BR postcodes. We offer male and female instructors manual and automatic in most areas. We offer great block booking packages, Student & Nurse discounts, Full hour lessons, Solo tuition & door to door service.
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- 1sttimesom.co.uk
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I had a fantastic experience
I had a fantastic experience, my driving instructor Omer, always ensured I progressed at the right speed and had a lot of patience throughout my time learning to drive. His focus to the detail and will to push me to the best I could be, with good targets throughout. I am grateful for the help I received from him the last year, and I manage to pass with 0 minors. I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants to learn to drive
Graham was a great instructor
Graham was a great instructor. Without him I would not of passed for sure. Highly recommend 1st time!
Helped me pass first time
Thanks to my driving instructor, Tony. I passed my manual driving test first time. i would highly recommend him to anyone as he takes care and time in teaching and instructing how to drive a car safely and confidently.
Navida was my instructor
Navida was my instructor, she was very patient kind with words and boosted my confidence just at the time i almost cancelled my test.
I would recommend her any day.
Thanks
Anup is a great and patient instructor
Anup is a great and patient instructor. I would recommend him any day anytime. I just got my licence today 😀
I had an amazing experience learning to…
I had an amazing experience learning to drive with Tony ( 1st time school of motoring) ! Thanks to his excellent teaching, I passed my driving test with confidence. He is very knowledgeable and clearly has a lot of experience, which shows in the way he explains everything so clearly and calmly. His lessons were always structured, patient, and encouraging, which really helped me build my confidence behind the wheel. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled and reliable driving instructor!
Franco is an Excellent Driving instructor
Franco is an Excellent and Proficient Driving instructor and has taught me to a high standard of driving and in doing so I have passed my Practical Test ,He is the best Honestly.
My instructor was so realistic and the…
My instructor was so realistic and the best help me pass my test in 2 weeks honestly I recommend
What a difference!
After failing my test 3 times with my previous instructor (who rarely spoke or gave feedback) I was recommended Tony by a friend. What a difference! From our first lesson, Tony made me feel comfortable and actually pointed out the small things I was doing wrong - like mirror checks, roundabout guidance etc
Fadt forward, I passed my test with only 1 minor and no majors. What more can you ask for! His teaching style is clear, supportive, and he genuinely helps you improve.
Would absolutely recommend Tony to anyone
Best driving instructor I could ask for
Abeer is the best driving instructor I could have asked for. She was patient and help me get comfortable driving. Not to mention her flexibility with timings and understanding when things just didn’t go as planned. I started from cero with her and now have just passed my driving test first time. 100% recommend!
!!BANG BANG!!
Roddy is an amazing instructor he will teach you all the correct terminology to say you to impress the instructor 😉 he will make you feel very comfortable, relaxed and help build confidence when driving with him which is the best for first time drivers, I couldn’t recommend him enough to any one, you’ll pass with flying colours!!👏
My experience was amazing
My experience was amazing, Tony is an excellent driving instructor, he really taught me a lot, didn’t take it easy with me which was what I needed to be honest and I’m very pleased that I passed first time. I will definitely be recommending 1st time school of motoring to everything. 10/10. Thank you for an amazing experience
This was my first experience
This was my first experience, and it was the best. My instructor Tony had helped me throughout tough times , giving me good lessons on how to drive. So new drivers I would’ve advice you to come to 1st Time School of Motoring!!!
I passed first time today!
I had the pleasure to have Tony as my instructor. He was very patient and gave me the reassurance I needed to pass my test! Thank you so much! Definitely will recommend to my family and friends.
Best Instructor goes to Gary!
I want to say a big big thank you to Gary Orhue! Thank you for your patience, encouragement and helping me to pass my test on my 1st attempt. I really appreciate everything that you've done to support me.
Franco is the best.
I had privilege of Learning from Franco. He is an exceptional teacher and person all round. If you want to feel comfortable and in control he is your man. I passed first time. Couldn’t recommend him enough.
Just passed my test today all thanks to…
Just passed my test today all thanks to tony. A great instructor that knows how to train you properly. Would recommend
Thank you to my driving instructor…
Thank you to my driving instructor Franco!! I was supported throughout my learning process and he never had anything less than a smile on his face. As an anxious person, driving always seemed like something i could never do but with the help of Franco i did do it - and passed my test first time!! I cannot recommend him more :)
Highly recommend..!
Thanks to my driving instructor Saleh Ahmed, I passed my driving test on second attempt!
Saleh was patient and skilled, helping me from complete beginner to confident driver. He clearly explains everything and genuinely celebrates his students' success.
Highly recommend Saleh 1st Time school of motoring if you want to learn driving properly!
Franco - great instructor
Franco has been a terrific driving instructor and anyone would be lucky to be taught by him. Not only a skilled and patient teacher, but, nearly as important, a fun person to spend hours of occasionally stressful and difficult time with in London traffic. Thanks Franco!
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