Massive congratulations to James Collins on passing his test today in Hartlepool with just 1 minor driver fault. Great drive. It’s been an absolute pleasure mate. I’ve enjoyed our lessons and your determination to pass and earn your freedom. Keep safe.

Overcoming driving anxiety is a struggle for lots of people. You’re not alone. As the 2024 Northeast Driving Instructor of the Year, I’ve worked with hundreds of learners who’ve described themselves as "nervecited" – a mix of nervousness and excitement – or who feel genuine anxiety about getting behind the wheel. Anxiety can feel like a barrier to your driving dreams, but with the right approach, you can learn to manage it and build confidence on the road. 1. Acknowledge Your

Great result today for Thomas Curtis who only went and passed his test today in Hartlepool on his first attempt. Well done Thomas you held it together even after we both thought you’d threw it 😜 Safe driving mate, keep improving.

Congratulations Ashton Neil. Another first time pass and a superb drive from Ashton today although he did try to wear out my new clutch lol Ashton was clearly meant to be a driver from lesson 1 he was on the ball and took everything on onboard that I said. It’s been a pleasure mate. Drive safe and send me a pic of the car when you get it.

Learning to drive is a big step, and finding the right driving school can make all the difference. Whether you’re just starting out, feeling a bit nervous behind the wheel, or looking to polish your skills, the right instructor and school can boost your confidence and help you pass your test with ease. If you’re in Hartlepool, you’re in luck – there are plenty of options, but how do you pick the best one? Let’s dive into a friendly, practical guide to help you find the top dr

Great result for Nishara Jayasinghe in Hartlepool who passed her test. Nishara contacted me on Jan 6th and we had a lesson on 11th. That showed me she could drive pretty well already and just needed a bit of polishing up. It was great to b see that smile today. Well done Nishara.

Huge congratulations to Katie Storey on passing your test today in Hartlepool with just 2 iddy biddy driver faults (minors). You so deserved it. We weren’t together in the car for long but I enjoyed every minute. Thank you for brightening up my days. Take care and drive safe. P.S. the odd picture below randomly appeared on my phone straight after your pass photo. I’m pretty certain what and why it is. Every possible sign was shown for you.

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Huge congratulations for Brooke Raine who passed her test today in Hartlepool. Brooke contracted me to see if I could do auto training but in her own car. I don’t do auto (yet) so using her car was the only way. She put the work in and despite not helping her for very long (because she was a good driver when I met her) she was very responsive to advice and/or constructive criticism. Today was the proof she needed to believe in herself. Well done Brooke, it’s been a pleasure.

Massive congratulations to Lydia Volkes who absolutely smashed her driving test in Hartlepool today on the 1st attempt with a big fat zero faults. It’s been a pleasure Lydia, I’m gonna miss our chats and whinging together. Drive safe.

Huge congratulations to Leland Smith with a great 1st time pass. Great drive mate, just 2 minors and one of them was the vehicle safety question. It’s been a pleasure, I know we rushed it a bit but you were up to the task. Drive safe.

Great result today in Hartlepool. Passing his test finally. We’ve been through the wars and the disaster that was the Toyota Aygo X while mine was in the garage. Is been a pleasure to teach you mate. Thank you for the Jim Beam and the kind words.

Massive congratulations to Pauline Wiley who only went and passed her test in Hartlepool on the first attempt. It’s been a pleasure, not without the odd panic of double booking test day then having to swap with another instructors pupil (Cheers David Jones). Anyway you smashed it even with being followed around your test route by another learner. Well done, I’m gonna miss you and I hope ‘events’ is a good fit for you. Take care and drive safe.

Humongous congratulations to Owen Baker who today passed his test in Darlington with just 1 tiny driver fault (minor to the test of us lol). The words “about bloody time” were heard multiple times on the drive home as he contacted nearest and dearest 🤣. It hasn’t been easy for him despite being a great driver but he stuck with it and got the result eventually. Well done Owen.

Another great pass this morning in Darlington. Great result Nathan Montgomery only 4 df. Hopefully I’m finished teaching your family now lol. Seriously though Nathan, well done. You’ve worked hard for it and you’re a great driver. Don’t forget what you’ve learned and stay safe. Say goodbye to those ‘crack of dawn’ bus trips to work.

Massive congratulation today go to Sienna Shah. She passed her test in Darlington with just 4 driver faults to her name. It’s been an absolute pleasure teaching all you guys and you have brought a ray of sunshine into my car every week. I’m going to miss you all but you’re my favourite Sienna, keep that to yourself. Well proud of your determination, you drive well and hopefully you will stay safe on those roads. Keep in touch.

Huge congratulations to Ellis McEneany who passed his test today in Hartlepool at the first time of asking. Ellis (great name) decided to do his test in his own car as his mam was brave enough to take him out in it. We also did his latest lessons in his car too which was nervous for me not having pedals but I can honestly say I was never worried about his driving. Well done mate, well deserved. Keep safe.

Huge congratulations to Shain Shah who passed his test today in Hartlepool. It’s been a bit of a journey but you got there as I knew you would. Now you can go out and buy that auto you want.

Massive congratulations to Rhys Greaves who passed his test today in Hartlepool. Welcome to the 1st time pass club. Great result well...

Huge congratulations to Anya Brown who passed her test today in Hartlepool. Anya decided to do her test in her own car as she got a...