The Green Cat Driving School Reviews 249

TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Evaluating 58 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their exceptional patience, calm demeanor, and supportive teaching styles, which help build confidence in new drivers. Many highlight the instructors' ability to make learning comfortable and stress-free, often leading to first-time passes. The clear instructions and thorough preparation provided by the instructors are frequently mentioned as key factors in their success. The overall service is described as excellent, with reviewers appreciating the personalized approach and the provision of extra learning materials and helpful tips. People also noted the instructors' dedication and willingness to go above and beyond to accommodate individual needs, even for anxious drivers.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

David has been the most ideal, friendly instructor to learn from and he is definitely a very passionate, talented tutor. He makes every aspect of learning to drive so comfortably stress-free. On the... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing help from my instructor Carl with not only the actual driving test but helped with theory finding different ways to help me. Showed me different ways to remember how make sure I'm at correct s... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Dave’s dedication to his students is unmatched. An incredibly patient, calm instructor - would highly recommend to anyone. I struggle a lot with anxiety and chronic fatigue syndrome, and he always did... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Alex created a comfortable and encouraging atmosphere from the second I got into the car. Extremely patient and knowledgable, I cannot thank him enough for preparing me for my theory and practical. I... See more

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  1. Driving Licence Training School

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We are a carbon neutral driving school based in Southport.


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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

amazing

i had a great teacher dave and he really helped me pass my test and he is a good teacher. my experience was good and i highly recommend.

3 October 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks a lot Jayden. Delighted for you. Was a pleasure to teach you. Hope the new job is going well. David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant Driving School!

Alex from the Green Cat Driving School is a brilliant instructor, he is very understanding and patient. I was quite nervous to start driving and thought I would be practicing in a car park for a good few lessons before going on to the road, but within the first lesson, Alex had me driving on the road, something I didn’t think I would have the confidence to do straight away. After that, lessons with Alex were fun but informative and allowed for plenty of self evaluation which really helped me understand the road and see where I needed to improve, he also kept checking up during lessons to make sure I was doing ok. He also sent helpful links and print outs outside of lesson to help with forward planning and in preparation for my test. I am happy to say I passed first time yesterday, something I didn’t believe I would do so soon, but with the support and help of Alex I achieved it and am now driving around safe and confidently! When you drive with Alex, you drive as a team. Thank you Alex!

1 October 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks Abbie, thats so kind of you. I particularly resonate with the last line '....drive as a team' Very true and I'm a big advocate of this.

Super lessons, I really enjoyed them, such a good pass with some really lovely words from the examiner.

Great work and thank you.

Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good experience

Very good experience, had David Jonker as my instructor and managed to pass first try.

27 September 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks a lot Toby. Well done on your first time pass. Excellent driving. Hope college is going well. Take care. David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My instructor Dave was friendly and a…

My instructor Dave was friendly and a great teacher. Videos that give you that extra learning helped. Would highly recommend. Can’t be thanked enough 😃

13 September 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks a lot Connor. Really well done on your first time pass. Delighted things worked out for you. It was a pleasure meeting you. Take care. David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great lessons

Everything was understandable

8 September 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks a lot Naz. Well done on your first time pass. Hope college is going well. Take care. David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

David Jonker the best instructor there is!

My instructor was David Jonker and he was amazing. I passed my test first time with 4 minors. He prepares you well by giving clear instructions and he clearly knows what he’s doing. My first lesson with David I stalled on my first corner as it turns out I was setting off all wrong. Within 5 minutes I was starting perfectly thanks to his clear instructions and knowledge.

21 August 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks a lot Hayden. Excellent first time pass mate. Really well done on all your hard work. Paid off! Take care. David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Passed 1st time!

Alex is an outstanding and thorough driving instructor. He was patient, clear, and supportive, as well as giving me the space to make mistakes while guiding me effectively. His approach helped me develop the skills and confidence to become a careful and confident driver.
Thank you so much for everything!

19 August 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Hi Ella, well done today, super proud of you. What a journey! Very impressed with the resilience, and also impressed with you going out with your family in the car so regularly. Well done, super pleased for you. Remember to give us a wave on the road,
and best wishes with the new career. Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

David Jonker is a fantastic instructor

David Jonker is a fantastic instructor. He’s patient, calm, and explains things really well. He gave me the confidence I needed and made the whole learning experience enjoyable. I’d definitely recommend him to anyone learning to drive.

15 August 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks a lot Rahul. Really well done on your first time pass. Hope the new job is going well. Take care. David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Recommend, recommend, recommend!!

Alex created a comfortable and encouraging atmosphere from the second I got into the car. Extremely patient and knowledgable, I cannot thank him enough for preparing me for my theory and practical. I have passed with only 1 minor. The results for this driving school speak for themselves, don’t hesitate to use Green Cat Driving School. Thank you again Alex!

15 August 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks Steph, lovely words and appreciated. Really great lessons, great fun so thank you. You absolutely owned the test today, the examiners comments said it all.....well done, hopefully see you in 3 years! Thanks again, and well done
Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend!!

I can’t recommend Alex and The Green Cat Driving School enough!! Alex taught me everything I need to know and every lesson my confidence grew more and more, I was always so anxious about driving but I passed first time today! Alex is so supportive, patient and can also have a good laugh with you - thank you so much again Alex, see you on the road!

23 July 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thank you Beth, you did such a good job today, super impressive drive, and I feel privileged to have been in on the test to witness the drive. Superb! Well done, stay safe and remember to give us a wave. Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant teacher


brilliant teacher, wish I knew about him from day 1 when I started driving lessons. very professional and gave me the confidence and many tips which I needed for my test day.

16 July 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Glad I could help out. Keep safe on the roads

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I’ve been driving with Dave for the past couple months and it’s been better than I could’ve imagined. He’s a dead nice bloke, very easy to get on with and a great teacher as well. Couldn’t fault him if I tried. No impatience at all and willing to show you anything any number of times without question. Couldn’t reccomend more. 👍👏👏

12 July 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks a lot Euan. Hugely impressive development rate. Legendary stuff. It was great to teach you. Stay safe on the roads. David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing coach

Dave is a really good teacher. Thrilled to bits I passed first time

8 July 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks a lot Charlotte, it was huge fun meeting and teaching you. Really well done on your first time pass with just 1 fault! Great stuff. Take care and stay safe on the roads. David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

brilliant teacher

brilliant teacher, wish I knew about him from day 1 when I started driving lessons. very professional and gave me the confidence and many tips which I needed for my test day. Would recommended to anyone starting to learn how to drive.

7 July 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks a lot John. Glad I could help out. Keep safe on the roads. David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

David Jonker took me from an anxious driver to confident driver!

David Jonker took me on board as an anxious driver, as I felt that I had left it too late to pursue driving lessons at 24. Through lessons, David provided simple and effective teaching and made me feel at ease on every lesson. I would not hesitate to recommend David, you would be a fool not to go with him. It was a pleasure to talk music throughout our lessons. Thank you for making me the competent driver I am today!

26 June 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks a lot Cameron. Really really pleased you aced it first time. Well done mate. Absolute genuine pleasure meeting you mate. Hope to see you at a gig sometime. Enjoy your freedom! David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Patient, considerate and professional instructor

Dave’s dedication to his students is unmatched. An incredibly patient, calm instructor - would highly recommend to anyone. I struggle a lot with anxiety and chronic fatigue syndrome, and he always did his best to accommodate my needs in every lesson. I passed first time around, so, thank you again Dave! :)

25 June 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks a lot Isabelle. Really pleased you managed your first time pass with so much other pressures going on. Really well done. It was a pleasure teaching you. Stay safe on the roads and good luck for the future. David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Passed first time

David Jonker is such a good driving instructor, he's calm and patient and made me feel relaxed from my very first lesson. I can't recommend him enough. I passed first time thanks to all his support.

21 June 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks very much Leon. Really pleased you got your first time pass. Great drive mate, well done. Stay safe on the road and good luck in your studies. David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really really good !

Really really good !! Alex made everything so easy to understand and was so supportive the whole time :) THANKYOU !!!!!!

12 June 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks Lucy, you did such a good job - massive well done from me! Really enjoyed the lessons, take care on the road, exciting year ahead for you. Thank you, Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was very lucky to have Alex be my…

I was very lucky to have Alex be my driving instructor. I decided to learn in an automatic for the ease and benefits automatic cars provide. Alex is an honest, down to earth kinda guy and will always make the learning environment comfortable and enjoyable. Alex's teaching style is respectful and very supportive. Alex has an incredible knowledge for vehicles, driving tests and so much more! He takes a person centered approach to learners. Throughout my time learning to drive with Alex was fantastic, and I so enjoyed the experiences and skills I gained through learning with The Green Cat driving school. Alex is very approachable and a very friendly person. He makes learning to drive fun but stays focused and on task. When I started learning I was a bag of nerves! However, by the time of my test I was confident and trusted in myself and all the skills Alex helped me gain! And I passed first time! Thank you Alex, if there was going to be anyone to help me pass it had to be you! Cheers!

10 June 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thank you Meg, you did such a good job today. Really well done, super proud! Keep safe on the road, and remember to give me a wave. Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An extremely good and knowledgeable instructor

Mr David Jonker is an extremely patient instructor. I like how meticulous he is in his approach. I strongly recommend him to anyone that wants to pass their test real quick

3 June 2025
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks a lot Charles. We got there! Really pleased for you mate. Hope this helps you a lot. It was a pleasure to meet you. Best wishes for your future. David

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