“I couldn’t wait for my driving lessons with Stephen because each one was fun, and a positive, light-hearted experience.  He had so much trust in me, and I couldn’t believe that he let me drive home on the first lesson. I’m glad we kept practising the few things I had problems with, like the bay reverse.  The book and DVD enabled me to work ahead, and the lesson objectives in the workbook meant I could test myself and have a constant check as to how I was doing. By the time of the test I felt confident I could deal with everything that might happen. ”
Rebecca Williams, Petts Wood

“Although I was doing an intensive course, Stephen was very adaptable and we met for two lessons several weeks before the start of the course.  This gave me a very positive start and enabled me to practise the basics of driving in my own car before I did the intensive lessons.   I was also very pleased at his suggestion to have a break of a couple of weeks between the main course and the test itself.  This meant that I was not under pressure at the start of my course, and I was able to do more private practice before my test -  I felt thoroughly prepared and was pleased to pass first time.”
John, Beckenham

“I was often a bit nervous, but Stephen was always patient and I found it very relaxing with him. He told me about the things I had done well, but also helped me with the things I needed help on. I’m glad he suggested that I get my own car and do as much driving as possible. That really helped me to get ready for my test, which I passed at the first attempt.”
Jessica Hodder, Bromley

“Stephen had an extremely calm manner in the car.  He was very patient, especially when I got a bit flustered now and then.  I liked his holistic approach – he thoroughly prepared me to pass my test, but also helped me to  become a good all-round driver.”
Laurie O’Sullivan, Bromley

“Stephen and I got on very well.  On the first lesson I was a little frightened, but he made me less nervous and settled me down.  He told me exactly what to do so that, by the end, I was quite happy to carry on with the next lesson.  On the DVD I watched the girl doing her test, and I found that very helpful because I then knew what my test would be like.  When we went for our drive before the test I realised that I could do it, and that gave me some confidence.   I was thrilled to pass first time!”
RA, Beckenham

“The course was perfectly paced, at just the right level for me.  Stephen pushed me gently when I needed it, but not too much.   He encouraged me when I might have been over-cautious, and was constantly calm and reassuring when I might have panicked. The theory test DVD rom that he loaned me was great – I don’t think I could have done the hazard perception without the practice on the video clips beforehand. I had felt a bit nervous about the test earlier on but in the end I knew we had covered everything and I felt totally ready.”
Neil Ratcliffe, Mottingham

“I would definitely recommend Stephen to any friend of mine who is learning to drive. We had a good rapport and I felt very comfortable. I looked forward to my lessons whereas before I was very nervous.   Stephen tailored the whole package to my situation.  Compared with my previous driving instructor he was a lot more honest with me and picked up on every little detail, and that’s what I needed.   I feel I’ve hit the jackpot, and I was really chuffed to get such good feedback from the examiner at the end of the test.”
Chris Kenneth, Beckenham

“Stephen was a very good instructor – he made sure I learned my manoeuvres and everything else necessary to pass my test.  Right from the start I felt very comfortable during lessons, and not at all nervous.  By the time of my test I felt well-prepared and ready to pass.”
Seb Sandiford, Hayes

“I was attracted by the system of home study using the workbook and DVD.  Also, it was very helpful to look at the video to see what was expected of me as a new driver.  The course was very structured, and I liked the way the lessons progressed.  Some of my friends had to change instructors after bad experiences.  Knowing Stephen’s background, he was definitely the right person.”
JP, Croydon

“Stephen was friendly and helpful during the lessons.  He didn’t get annoyed if I didn’t do something right, and that gave me confidence.  The book and DVD were really helpful to have – most people I know didn’t have them.”
Chris Cook, St Paul’s Cray

“I found the relaxation CD useful– I listened to it on the morning of my test, and it made me less nervous.”
Rohan Giles, Orpington

“We got on really well - Stephen was ‘Mr Cool’ even if something didn’t go quite right, not like my other instructor.”
Charlie Merritt, Sidcup

“Before I started, I didn’t know everything about the car, but the DVD and workbook helped me prepare for my first lesson and all the other lessons.  The level of instruction was totally right.  I was surprised that Stephen kept notes on how every lesson had gone, but these enabled us to build on what had happened in the previous lesson.”
AA, Croydon

“When I started learning to drive, it was very useful having lessons very close together, and Stephen was always able to do lessons to fit my requirements.  I found the DVD helpful because it actually shows you how to do something.”
Sophie Dommett, Orpington

“I felt comfortable with Stephen every time, right from the start.  He was very reassuring, and gave lots of helpful tips as to how to improve. I found the show/tell sheets amazingly helpful - they had all you needed to know.”
James Jennings, Selsdon

“I was a bit nervous on the first couple of lessons, but then I really looked forward to my lessons. Stephen was always on time – one of my friends said that her instructor was often late and finished early, but I always got the full lesson. I found the information sheets he gave me very helpful, especially the ’show and tell’ questions and answers. I felt very confident on the test, because I knew I could drive.”
Alison Heil, Beckenham

“Stephen was an excellent instructor. He always explained things clearly and was able to answer all my questions.  He had a good understanding of what it was like to be a learner and made sure I was fully prepared for my driving test.”
Julia Chambers, Shirley

“The written instructions Stephen gave me for the reverse park I found very helpful, because I had been having problems with that before.”
Connor O’Mahoney, Bromley

“During my search for a good driving instructor I came across Stephen who really impressed me with his experience. I passed my test first time with only five minor faults. My first two hours of Pass Plus were worth ten hours of normal lessons. I would definitely recommend Stephen to anyone wanting to learn how to drive.”
Mohamed Al Hilaly, Croydon

“The lessons were relaxed, so it was a much easier environment to work in – after strange stories I heard from other people about their instructors, I’m glad I chose Stephen. The DVD was very handy when I was revising the show/tell questions.”
Ben Mahns-Mardy, Bromley

“I liked the quizzes in the workbook.  Stephen didn’t rush things – he worked at my pace.”
Lewis Green, Bromley