Data Academy Reviews 165

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Review summary

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Looking at 37 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their professionalism, friendliness, and supportive approach, making the learning experience less daunting. Many highlight the team's dedication to helping individuals succeed, with instructors being described as calm, patient, and highly skilled in their teaching methods. The overall service is frequently commended for its efficiency and the comprehensive guidance provided, ensuring customers feel confident and well-prepared. Reviewers also appreciate the positive and welcoming atmosphere created by the entire team, from the initial contact to the completion of their training. The company is often recommended for its ability to help people achieve their goals, with many noting how the training not only helps them pass tests but also instills safe driving practices.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just passed my C+E license, and I can’t thank Phil; my driving instructor, and everyone else at Data Academy for the experience. I’ve used them at every part of my heavy goods vehicle career, Cat C, C... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I can’t recommend Data Academy enough. From day one, the team were professional, friendly, and genuinely focused on helping me succeed. The instructors explained everything clearly, were incredibl... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

100% would fully recommend!Absolutley brilliant company! the whole team made me feel so welcome and comfortable from the very first moment I walked through the doors🥰. Although it felt like such a sh... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I highly recommend Data Academy – an excellent and truly professional HGV driving school! The whole team is friendly, patient, and very supportive. A special thanks to Roger, who taught me... See more


Company details

  1. Driving school
  2. Trucking school

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Data Academy is the leading HGV/LGV/B+E and Forklift training provider in Leicester....


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4.9

Excellent

TrustScore 5 out of 5

165 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best instructors ever

The instructors are the best and they train you after understanding your shortcomings then give you the best help you need until you pass. Thanks to you guys for making me an HGV driver and having patience on training

12 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I booked a lesson to help with my horse trailer towing

I booked a lesson to help with my confidence towing and reverse parking my horse trailer.
I’m over the moon to say that 2 days later I happily drove 2 horses to a Fun Ride and back, and then easily reversed parked it back at home.
Many thanks to Eddie my instructor who made me feel completely at ease and managed to show me how to reverse in a straight line! Something I found impossible before!
And many thanks also to Dorian for organising it.

9 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great company to deliver training with…

Great company to deliver training with friendly trainers that you put you at ease from the start.
Brilliant as a one stop shop from organising medical, theory test dates, practical training and practical tests for both 3a and 3b and also the CPC.
They have many contacts in the industry and managed to put a good word in for to secure a job as a CE driver.
I cant thank them enough for all their support and brilliant training.

13 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Staff 😊

Passed my CAT C licence today with Data Academy! Really friendly and helpful staff, great training 😊 thank you for helping me through!

25 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would 100% recommend anyone to use…

I would 100% recommend anyone to use Data Academy. Brilliant service from the team from start to finish with helping me pass my class 2 First time.
I cant thank them enough for the support, Guidance and best instructors.
Big Thankyou to Dorien and Rachel for your support and Eddie for giving the training to pass the test.

12 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic HGV training

Went to data academy to do my C+E licence. The whole team at data academy were extremely helpful and a pleasure to train with. Their training was very thorough and easy to understand. Can’t thank them enough especially Roger for training me and getting me through my C+E

12 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I did made a good choice and I’m happy I did🫡

I did my CE license here and it was a good choice, hence everything here is working as it should from the instructor ( I had Phil and is a good friendly professional instructor) to the receptionist ( very friendly ) to their boss ( nice too ) definitely recommend this driving school to everyone..
Special Thanks to all of you guys 🫡👍❤️

11 February 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wow what a experience

Wow what a great experience i had with data acadamy. All staff are amazing. Big thank you to Phil who was my instructor throughout my training. he was amazing, professional. and very patient, which gave me a PASS
Thanks team keep up the amazing work you are doing in helping people move forward

26 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

what can I say about data academy

what can I say about data academy, they are brilliant and every member of staff there very experienced in what they do. when I find my theory test hard even the managing director offered to come and help me get me though it, now that is commitment from data academy for you. p.s thank you Roger for putting up with me you was brilliant

5 February 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing Experience at Data Academy.

Just completed my forklift license at Data Academy and i had the pleasure of being taught by Glenn. Glenn made the process of learning how to drive a forklift interesting and enjoyable. At the beginning of the week i had no idea on how to drive a forklift, but at the end of it i can confidently say i have the ability and confidence to operate a forklift efficiently and safely. I also cannot fault any of the staff at Data Academy, they were very welcoming and supportive all the way through the week.

6 February 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Driving for the better

On the 29-1-26 I passed my class1 with Data Academy, 3 years prior to that i passed my C1 7.5T License…

I stayed with the company that made me a better driver and a better understanding of the road. You’re asking why?…

Well when you get to know a company like D.A you’ll understand, From their team, to making you feel welcome is a big Help when you want to challenge your self…

The instructor funny enough both times Eddie never took a no for an answer or “I can’t do it” he’d push you but also take the time to explain everything to you from what you did correctly to what you can do better the next day when you’re out, telling you to try it when your driving home, it’s them little things that make it simple… I passed both times with No Faults earning my self 2 D.A cups (think I’m going to start a collection)

Also I’d like to say a big thank you to the rest of the team for there moral support and great hospitality, I’ll certainly be back soon to catch up over a cuppa and maybe something else to train on.

29 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have just passed my cat b driving…

I have just passed my cat b driving test with data academy and cannot praise them enough. Eddie was my instructor, he is a firm and vigilant teacher that will not take “I can’t do it” for an answer. He will keep encouraging you to carry on to be a good driver and be confidant in doing it. From starting my lessons at 17 with a different company to passing at 20, moving over to data academy was by far the best dicision I made,i very highly recommend them. I want to say a MASSIVE thank you to Eddie and everyone at data academy for getting me passed!!!

28 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Big thanks.

Thankyou to all the team at Data Academy for helping me pass my class C license. Helpful, friendly and efficient from start to finish. Would highly recommend. 👍

28 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent! Highly recommend!

From my initial phone call to Data Academy, and to my son passing his HGV test, we received first class service and great support through the process. Thank you so much. Will be sure to recommend you!!!

22 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

100% would fully recommend!Absolutley…

100% would fully recommend!Absolutley brilliant company! the whole team made me feel so welcome and comfortable from the very first moment I walked through the doors🥰. Although it felt like such a short journey and experience, the amount of information and guidance that I was taught in such a short time is madness! All of the team and instructors were very clear and calm which made the experience some what less daunting and no question was too much. Thank you so much Data Acadamy for everything and a special mention to Eddie! such a nice genuine calm guy it was an absolute pleasure👌🚛💨

20 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It’s been around a year and a half…

It’s been around a year and a half since I did my HGV training with Data Academy and have been meaning to leave a review.

Honestly it’s been one of the best decisions I’ve made and being recommended to use them made my decision easier. From the initial phone call and visit, the advice and support, and all aspects of training It was a pleasure and a privilege to of trained with you guys.

I cannot recommend them highly enough, they really have got it down to a T. AlI can say is if you’re looking for the best HGV training provider around look no further!

Thanks a lot guys and all the best.

Ashley

11 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Do not look any further for a training company.

Where to start? I was thrown right out of my comfort zone by my employer, from van to class 2, I had a week! I didn't think that was possible at all, not for me.
So off I went new city new vehicle with no idea of what was to come,
I went through a whole range of emotional turmoil ( I'm sure they saw that 😅) now the staff here are top people they make you feel most welcome, in a very comfortable atmosphere. My instructor was brilliant and I'm sure I tested his patience (alot)
Other staff involved especially in the learning parts he was brilliant, clear on what I needed to learn and always reassuring me/us in what we understood.
I'm very surprised at my self for only taking a week and passing everything and coming out a qualified class 2 driver?
If they can do that for me, they can do that for you. I have learnt so much form this experience and I hope I continue to grow and improve upon the learning and skill they have taught me.
Thankyou again (next time I pass, i will bring jaffa cakes)

5 January 2026
Unprompted review

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