Thank you so much to Wahid for teaching me how to drive and helping me pass my test! 🚗🥹 I genuinely couldn’t have done it without your patience, encouragement and belief in me. A huge thank you... See more
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Manual and automatic driving lessons in Swindon, Wilts. We offer courses for new learners, refreshers, pass plus and motorway driving. For more information head over to our web page.
3 Clover Grove, SN3 0AJ, Swindon, United Kingdom
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Vlad was a great driving instructor and I would highly recommend him to anyone wanting to learn in the Swindon area.

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Vladimir is a fantastic instructor who taught me everything I needed to pass with 0 minors in less than a month! He is very patient with mistakes and talks you through it properly to insure that you master it.

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Wanted to have some refresher lessons. I’m really happy with the experience.
The instructor Rock was patient, supportive and explained everything clearly, making sure I felt comfortable and confident on the road. I would definitely recommend them to anyone learning to drive or looking for some refresher lessons. 🚗👏

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Provided great support inside and out of my lessons, included constructive feedback and positive affirmations and encouragement. Simon was a great instructor who was very chatty friendly and always super helpful outside of lessons if there were any worries or questions.

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Simon is an absolutely great driving instructor. I always looked forward to my lessons as he made me feel safe, supported and he was always very friendly. After every lesson i always felt i had made good progress and was becoming more confident with my driving and road rules. I would thoroughly recommend!!!

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Roque is such an incredible driving instructor he teaches it so well and made it so easy for me to learn.

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James was so Incredibly patient with me. A good laugh with a sense of humour but also adapted his way of explaining manoeuvres to me so I could learn better. 10/10

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Huge thanks to Steve for being my sons driving instructor. He has been supportive, patient & reliable. 💯 recommend 👍🏼

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I was taught by James he was a great teacher and was easy to going but teaches you the best way that fits your needs 100% would recommend him I passed first time with 2 minor. Absolutely brilliant

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I’m so grateful to have learned with Great Western Driving Academy and to have been able to pass first time with them!
My instructor Marcio was a superstar. Patient, friendly, supportive, knowledgeable and enthusiastic.
I would definitely refer a friend! 🤩🔥

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My daughter has SLD’s and whilst she has been attempting her theory test she has driven with James in the Automatic Car this has been great and she is very enthusiastic about her lessons. James knew how heartbreaking it was for her to not pass her theory on several attempts. Even with extra time and an OLM With severe dyslexia and dyscalculia and poor working memory a huge amount of small chunks of learning has been done in various ways. James told me their theory 1:1 lessons and we booked a double session a few days before her 7th test. She came home from the lesson more enthusiastic and positive and prepared than I have seen for a while. She spoke about how Stephen helped her through the questions and gave her the confidence to trust herself in this process. Total just 5 days later I received a very happy phone call from my daughter who has finally passed nearly a year and several attempts We are over the moon. Trust this 1:1 session. It is clearly something that works and can be adapted to suit the learner and help them accomplish a pass. Thank you Team 🥳

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Brilliant teacher, passed first time. Made it very easy for me to learn and very pleased with my experience, would definitely recommend.

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my instructor was very patient and was very helpful. he taught me how to be safe in the road and overall made more confident in driving

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Lycia was an outstanding driving instructor. I came to her after failing my test with a previous instructor, and my confidence was really low. She was so patient and understanding, and worked with me to rebuild my confidence from the ground up. Her calm, encouraging approach and clear explanations made all the difference I finally felt ready and passed my test! I can’t thank her enough and would recommend her to anyone, especially if you’ve had a setback before. Five stars all the way!

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I was with Marc, I couldn’t ask for a better instructor he would call me up on any silly mistakes I would do and he knew my true ability. On top of that it was great getting to know him over this period such a sound guy never awkward in that car of his. Highly recommend. Thank you again to Marc.

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After being ill-prepared by a previous instructor, I switched to Great Western on the recommendation of family and friends. James was great at working through the bad habits picked up from my first instructor, and helped me feel more prepared for test, passing on my first go with Great Western. Would recommend.

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Great western driving academy is a great company to learn with! They helped me achieve my pass this morning, they are very patient and mindful, I highly recommend, I was helped by a few of the instructors in the team and they are all brilliant!

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I used the 1-2-1 Theory Support sessions, as I had little to low confidence in passing my test. Everything I was taught and had access to for revision I used on the day of my test, I managed to pass 1st time because of this. I couldn’t be more grateful to Steve & Jean for the 1-2-1 sessions. I Couldn’t recommend Great Western Driving Academy enough to anyone that is learning to drive or pass their theory!

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Drove with James. I wasn’t confident going into it but his teaching showed me how to tackle all the manoeuvres and challenges methodically and meant I managed to pass my test first time. Would recommend strongly to anyone who wants to learn.

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I recently passed my driving test and couldn't have done it without my instructor's help (Roque Rodrigues). He was patient, professional, and always took the time to explain everything clearly and in detail. He listened to my concerns, helped me build my confidence, and worked with me on my weaknesses until I felt comfortable and capable.
I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, patient, and dedicated driving instructor. Thank you for all your help!

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