Drewmatic Automatic Driving School Reviews 459

TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Looking at 37 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their exceptional teaching skills, patience, and supportive approach. Many people highlight how instructors helped them overcome nervousness and build confidence, often leading to successful first-time passes. Reviewers frequently mention the clear explanations and detailed guidance provided, which made learning enjoyable and effective. The overall user experience is described as fantastic, with many appreciating the instructors' ability to make them feel at ease and comfortable throughout their lessons.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had a great experience with Drewmatic, especially with my instructor, Clint. After going through three different teachers, I honestly felt like I just wasn’t teachable and might never pas... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had Craig Pattison as my driving instructor and i couldnt of asked for a better one to help me pass! I've previously had 4 other instructors before that wernt suited and my confidence was low. Craig... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I passed with Drewmatic today and I can’t recommend Craig enough! He was incredibly patient, calm, and supportive throughout all my lessons. I never felt rushed or pressured and he always took the ti... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I started my driving lessons with Clint back in June 2025 and passed with no faults in October 2025. Clint made me feel at ease and comfortable making lessons something to look forward to. He expla... See more


Company details

  1. Driving school
  2. Driving Licence Training School

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DrewMatic are one of the leading providers of Automatic Driving Tuition in the North East of England. We pride ourselves on our reviews, our reputation and our recommendations. There really isn’t any other Driving School in the North East who can match us for passes in Automatic. We have Male and Female Automatic Driving Instructors. We provide intensive courses, and we also provide block bookings and pay as you go. We are calm, patient, friendly, reliable and professional. We’re not big fans of ordinary, and we don’t do boring. All these things, plus way more than the character limit will allow, make DrewMatic the Automatic Choice.


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TrustScore 5 out of 5

459 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best Company

Best company, quick at getting back to you. Also couldnt thank Lyndsay Williams enough from Drewmatic for everything she has done to help me pass my test. Made me feel so relaxed, thought of her more as a friend than a driving instructor. Definitely recommend!

19 February 2024
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Reply from Drewmatic Automatic Driving School

Hi Annie. Thanks for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. On behalf of Lyndsay and all the team we’d like to wish you all the very best for the future

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best driving school in North east !!

Absolutely over the moon to finally passing my driving test! I have had a few driving instructors in the past.
However as soon as I started with Craig and Drewmatic! I felt at ease!! Very calm and patient instructor who really coached me through and taught me a lot! Also realised my high anxiety and supported me through this! We had so many laughs too over the months that it made the whole experience less daunting. Craig has a way of figuring out how you learn best and caters to that!
So so happy and will always be thankful for the time and extra effort Craig would go to get me to this point ! I would always recommend Craig and Drewmatic to anyone who wants a safe comfortable and stress free learning experience.
Thanks so much Craig !!

10 February 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Passed my driving test Monday the 29th…

Passed my driving test Monday the 29th January. I can’t thank Angie Pearson enough, after learning to drive on and off for 12 years Angie gave me confidence to not only believe my driving but myself too. I’ll be forever grateful to this company and Angie, highly recommend 😀

29 January 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My driving experience with Drewmatic

My driving experience with Drewmatic
Driving school was excellent because they teach me everything on easy way to learn.it's helpful to pass my test as well the instructor was very friendly to teach my classes I recommend to join Drewmatic to for your driving lessons...

16 November 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend my daughter is…

Highly recommend my daughter is autistic couldn’t not have asked for a more patient helpful driving instructor thank you Angie for your understanding passing her test has opened up new avenues 🚘

11 January 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Learning with DrewMatic AutoMatic

My experience with 'DrewMatic' was great because I was able to have a nice time learning to drive and get ready for the test, the instructor Craig was brilliant with Me which made it easier when learning everything needed for a pass. 👍🏻🚘

9 January 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Couldn’t recommend this company enough

Couldn’t recommend this company enough!
After having manual anxiety and overcoming it I found drematic got the basics back and Clint was fab he taught me so well and kept me where I needed to be he was so persistent and even got up on a Sunday morning for me to do my test haha!
Thanks Clint I appreciate all your work and having faith in me to do it!❤️

17 December 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I fully recommend Drewmatic driving…

I fully recommend Drewmatic driving school😊

After having lessons a few years back in manual and hating it I decided driving wasn't for me. However its something I've always wanted to do. I then built up the courage to message Drewmatic and was partnered with Craig.

I couldn't of asked for a nicer and more supportive driving instructor. He put me at ease from the very first moment I was in the car to those last seconds before my test. Along with the added catchphrases and a joke or two. Myself having two young toddlers my availability was very slim however Craig made it work everytime. I left his lessons happy and looking forward to the next.

Driving I used to panic over something so little and overthink manoeuvres, however Craig talked me through step by step each time. Along with my very famous catchphrase of "what a faff" but I had achieved it.

I have already recommended Craig and Drewmatic driving school personally to my friends and family. Thanking you all so much!

Amber🚗💨

5 December 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Drewmatic Driving School

If your looking to start driving I would definitely recommend Drewmatic Driving School!!

I passed my test today for the very first time with only 2 minor faults! All thanks to Craig Pattison. I suffer with extreme anxiety and Craig done no more than made me feel at ease. He was very patient and extremely professional and also has a good laugh. I couldn’t fault Craig as an instructor or Drewmatic school.

23 November 2023
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Reply from Drewmatic Automatic Driving School

Thank you for choosing us as your Driving School Shay, and especially for the the kind words about Craig. It’s very much appreciated. Emma.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Clint at Drewmatic

Clint is a fantastic instructor. Not only was he super patient with me but he also helped build my confidence up. He was incredibly supportive throughout the time I was was learning I can’t thank him enough and would recommend him to anyone who is wanting to learn how to drive and/or is nervous about driving like how I was. I will definitely miss our lessons- thanks again ☺️

13 November 2023
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Reply from Drewmatic Automatic Driving School

Hi there! Thanks for the great review. We’d like to wish you the very best for your future! Emma.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Craig

Craig, my instructor was able to make my lessons informative and fun. He always started the lesson with a review of what we had done the previous lesson and what the plan was for the lesson ahead. If I ever made a mistake he would calmly talk me though what I needed to do to fix it and then would get to to try it again. He kept me up to date with my progress and was always on hand if I had any questions either before or after my lesson. I would 100% recommend Craig as an instructor - professional and helped boost my confidence to ensure I passed my test. Thanks Craig

12 November 2023
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Reply from Drewmatic Automatic Driving School

Hya Ashleigh! Thanks for the lovely review! All the very best for your future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Angie is the best!

Passed my test in Durham today all thanks to Angie! From my first lesson with Angie she has made me feel so relaxed and comfortable driving after a bad experience years ago. She’s always on time and great at communicating outside of lessons. I’m just sad now that I’ll miss out on our Monday car chats.

6 November 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Passed today in Sunderland with one…

Passed today in Sunderland with one minor! Clint has been amazingly patient with me over the last few months and has taught me so much! Definitely recommend learning to drive with Drewmatic! Remember safety over perfection 👌 Thanks again :)

3 November 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Passed in Durham with zero faults thanks to Andrew

Passed today in Durham test centre with zero faults thanks to Andrew. He was very nice and calm and helped me revise my driving skills from driving in another country. He was way more confident in me passing the test from the first time than I did ;)) Would absolutely recommend. Importantly we could arrange our lessons just a couple of weeks after I submitted a request at DrewMatic website, so you don't need to wait for several months to start practicing.

31 October 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Clint at Drewmatic

Passed my test today with only 1 minor thanks to Clint! As soon as I started my lessons with him he made me very comfortable and taught me so much. He’s very patient and can have a laugh! Best thing I did was learn to drive with Clint. Thank you so much, will miss our lessons. :) - Leah

30 October 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Angie is a brilliant driving…

Angie is a brilliant driving instructor!
Today I passed with Angie and I couldn’t appreciate her anymore then I do I started learning with Angie and I’d never been behind a wheel before she was so calming and she built my confidence up week in week out. She always arrived on time. She is brilliant at her job and I have enjoyed my lessons every week.

24 October 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent instructor

Craig from Drewmatic is an well experienced, calm and very knowledegable instructor, passed first time after having 12 hours with him, would highly recommend.

22 September 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First time pass with Angie!

Angie is a fabulous driving instructor and very kind person! She helped me through my nerves (and tears!!😆), which helped me feel confident and pass my test the first time! I would absolutely recommend lessons with her at DrewMatic!

12 September 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Passed first time with Drewmatic

If you want to pass first time go for Drewmatic!
Yesterday i passed with one minor fault witht the help of Craig Pattison.

I ve seen Craig’s car on my street one day when he was having a lesson with a neighbour.
I took the number as i saw automatic on the car ,and contacted him to start my lessons.
It was the best thing i did ,i was so nervous at first but he builded up my confidence with his patience,kindness and jokes😂
Craig is a lovely instructor and i can t recommend him enough,time was flying on our lessons as he makes you feel like your driving with your friend.
It was not my first time driving,as i started a few years ago on manual but couldn’t get into it and i gave up.

Sawing the bright yellow Drewmatic car reminded me i need to start again!
I will miss my lessons with Craig,but i am so happy i can now be independent in my car!

5 September 2023
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