Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Spinney View, Whiddon Ln, EX31 4HF, Barnstaple
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Spinney View, Whiddon Ln
EX31 4HF, Barnstaple
+447759342194

Opening hours

  • sunday: (closed)
  • monday: 7:30-19h
  • tuesday: 7:30-19h
  • wednesday: 7:30-19h
  • thursday: 7:30-19h
  • friday: 7:30-19h
  • saturday: 8h-16:30

Very friendly husband and wife team offering driving lesson in manual or automatic cars. We will guide you through the learning process and coach you to be the best driver possible. Please check out Google reviews and see for yourself!! Looking forward to helping you hit the roads.

Our comment from DrivingSchoolsTOP.co.uk about Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.:

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training is a highly regarded driving school in the United Kingdom, known for its exceptional teaching methods and supportive environment. The team, comprising of Stu and Mish, has helped numerous students pass their driving tests successfully, often on their first attempt.

The strengths of Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training include:

  • Personalized approach tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Highly patient and encouraging instructors.
  • Fun and engaging lessons that alleviate driving anxiety.
  • A strong focus on building confidence and driving skills beyond just passing the test.
  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate students' needs.
  • Excellent communication and prompt responses to inquiries.

Many students have praised Mish for her kindness and professional demeanor, highlighting her ability to turn nervous learners into confident drivers. Similarly, Stu's calm and friendly nature has been noted as instrumental in making driving lessons enjoyable and stress-free. Students appreciate the well-structured lessons and the comprehensive theory preparation provided, which significantly enhances their understanding and confidence.

However, some users have remarked on the popularity of their services, leading to potential waiting lists due to high demand. While this reflects their quality, it may require advance planning for new students.

Overall, Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training is highly recommended for anyone looking to learn to drive, offering a holistic approach to driving education that ensures students not only pass their tests but also become safe, skilled drivers on the road.

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.: Reviews

5/5 (200 Reviews)
Zoe Beer 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Our son passed first time with no minors 2 days ago and it was all down to Stu's teaching and Mish getting him through his theory test. Lovely team and Mason thoroughly enjoyed his time with Stu and Mish broke down the theory test to him. I actually think he will miss his lessons! He passed him yesterday in his own car whilst out with another learner and that must be an amazing feeling. Thanks again to you both

Bailey Isaac 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Learnt with Stu, alongside learning to drive he built my confidence and put me at ease every lesson. He is so kind and patient. Definitely would recommend learning to drive with him!

Halle Mackie 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: If you want a first time pass learn to drive with Stu or Mish! Lessons with Stu are enjoyable and informative. He really is a great guy and an even better driving instructor! Thank you so much for all my training!

Jamie lee Grenfell 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: I have just passed my test after doing my lessons with Mish and I wish I had found her sooner. Mish has a real passion for her job, and is so encouraging and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend ⭐️

Annalise Roome 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: Stu is an amazing driving instructor - I would definitely recommend! He was so positive and patient in driving lessons and was always happy to answer any questions or focus lessons on skills I requested. Thanks Stu!

Lucy Gillard 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: My friend had recently passed with Stu and passed my details onto Mish as I was looking for automatic lessons after a loss of confidence when driving manual. Mish was brilliant in helping me gain confidence driving again and lead me to pass my test. Lovely to talk to and an amazing teacher, drive with Mish if you want to conquer your fear of driving. Thanks to Mish especially for waking up so early to give me a lesson before my 7.13am test.

Harry Adams 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: An excellent instructor. I would recommend Mish to anyone who is learning to drive.

Gemma McCune 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: Where do I start, honestly could give this Lady pages of how wonderful she was with me. I was a very nervous 38 Yr old who decided to get this driving done before I hit the big 40! Mish was very professional, calm, made me feel at ease as soon as I got in the car. I was out of my comfort zone but not long and I had confidence shining through Thanks to Mish. I would highly recommend Mish to anyone. An amazing Teacher. You will get homework but don't be put off, it helped me a lot. Very quick response to messages, no question is to stupid. She a hard worker and very dedicated to her profession and her students. Her driving standards are 100%. Who ever takes up lessons with Mish, are very lucky and you will get a pass. I passed my Test 4th August 2024. Yay.

Ellie 8 months ago

Fantastic experience: I passed with Stu yesterday and I honestly could not recommend a better driving instructor! If you want to learn and pass within no time then Stu and Mish are the ones to go to. Stu has been a pleasure to learn with, he is so patient, outgoing, informative and a great laugh. I had failed 2 tests beforehand under a previous instructor yet managed to pass with only 1 minor under Stu’s wing in just 3 months. Thank you Stu for everything you’ve been amazing! See you on the road

Hannah Snell 8 months ago

Fantastic experience: Couldn't recomend Stu enough! He helped me massively with my nerves and driving skills. Very patient and finds the right teaching techniques that fit the individual! It took me a long time to find the right instructor, so glad I finally did and passed my test! Thanks again Stu!

ISLA STUCLEY 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing! Mish has really improved my driving skills to make me a confident driver to be out on the roads. She repeats routes which really helps to improve my knowledge as I find it hard to remember lots of different areas of driving. I really recommend her as a driving instructor as she has brought me out of my comfort zone to face hard challenges on the road which you will need. It just shows her awesome teaching skills that got me to a 1st time pass today with 6 minors and I am sure anyone can do it if they stay focused and determined to achieve!.

Angel Raji 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Mish is the best driving instructor I could’ve asked for, so friendly, patient and professional! She provided all the resources I would need to pass and took time to ensure I was fully prepared. Such a lovely person and brilliant instructor - she made me feel at ease and more confident in my driving. I cannot thank her enough for her support and encouragement and would recommend her to anyone in a heartbeat. Thank you so much for everything!!

Rhiley Hawkins 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Couldn’t recommend anyone more, built up my confidence from nothing and had an amazing pass today with 0 minors and couldn’t have done it without mish!!!! ☺️

Luke Norman 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: I had a brilliant experience with Stu, he showed me everything really clearly and told it in a way that was easy to understand, he was always calm and never got stressed out if I did anything wrong. Overall an amazing driving instructor and I would recommend.

Kayleigh Lancey 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: very good driving instructor very patient and kind would highly recommend

Eleanor Hutchings 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: I could not have wished for a more patient, encouraging and kind instructor. Mish made learning to drive super fun, which is something I never thought I would say. I was immediately at ease and she rooted for me all the way! I will genuinely miss our lessons. Would recommend a thousand times over

Morgan 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Passed 1st time thanks to Stu, absolutely brilliant instructor. So helpful and so kind, he has really made me feel comfortable behind the wheel and can’t thank him enough. So glad we chose him to teach me. An absolute legend. So excited to get out on the roads now

Rosie Straw 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Stu was the best instructor I could have asked for! He is kind, patient and funny. He puts you at ease when driving and gives you the confidence you need. He teaches beyond the test and I couldn't thank him enough for the skills he has given me! He is an absolute legend!!!

Ellie Hill 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Couldn’t have asked for a more patient and kind instructor. Don’t think I would have done it without Stu! He’s very friendly and chilled with a great sense of humour. I passed first time with his brilliant lessons. Highly recommend.

Milly Giles 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I would definitely recommend! Perfect for anxious learners and just overall lovely people, easy to get along with and priced well for the amount of detail and attention they give in each and every lesson

Ruby J 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Stu is an absolutely amazing instructor he's really encouraging and made me feel so confident behind the wheel.

Dan Lock 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Stu is a great guy and the absolute best driving instructor you will find! Passed first time after 15 years of doubt and fear! Very Professional Outfit, competitive priced lessons and all round Great experience. Can't thank you enough.

Laurentiu Voicu 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Fantastic driving instructor, made driving fun and so much easier. Would highly recommend, Thank you very much, Stu.

Ryan Jago 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Great instructor, had my lessons with Stu and always left the lesson more confident. Couldn’t have asked for anyone better.

abigail piper 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Stu is a brilliant instructor. He's so friendly, enthusiastic, and clearly loves teaching. He helped me massively with my nerves around the test and explained things really clearly. I'd recommend Stu and Mish to anyone, they really are the best :) Thanks for teaching me how to drive and not to just pass the test !

Millie Heath 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Couldn’t recommend better driving Instructors! Came to Stu after losing my confidence with driving and he quickly put the confidence up as well as making me look forward to each lesson. Would strongly recommended anyone to these guys in a heartbeat!

Gill Haynes 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Mish was exactly what my son needed! In 2 months she has turned him around! Mish has made my son feel confident in his abilities to drive, pass a test and feel safe! We cannot thank you enough! See you next year for my youngest son!

Jack Tait 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing! Helped me boost my confidence and we had an absolute laugh! Thank you so much for everything. 10/10 Recommend to anyone.

1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Last minute booking and wish I had booked earlier for my son. The confidence Stu gave my lad was second to none and he passed his test first time with Stu. Both Stu and Mish were kind, compassionate, understanding and willing to help with the first time nerves. Quite honestly, the BEST and ONLY option for learner drivers….. ROSPA approved advanced drivers and full of knowledge, tips and tricks for young drivers to help them pass their test. Their pass record is high because they know their stuff!! Absolutely recommended and definitely trusted. Thank you both for your skill, dedication and short notice time!! A VERY VERY proud mum!!!

Naomi Thorne 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Passed 1st time with Mish, she’s an absolute amazing instructor I would recommend her to anyone, she’s very professional, knowledgeable instructor, she gave me a massive boost in my confidence, I can’t thank Mish enough for her brilliant teaching skills she’s very calm and friendly :) the best instructor out there. Thank you so much xxx

Jordan Hobbs 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I had both Mish and Stu for a time, Mish helping me pass my test. They both went the extra mile for me and having all the patience and trust needed to calm my nerves

Lauren Smith 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Stu was an amazing driving instructor, kept me calm throughout the whole process and helped me gain lots of confidence on the road. Worked around my schedule really well and was an overall very positive experience that I am very thankful for and couldn’t of done without him. 100% recommend!!!

Kupfer 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Really patient and friendly guy, very laid back and never made me feel bad about my driving when I made mistakes. Got me from zero to passing my driving test very quickly and had lots of good advice for safe driving! Fully recommend him as a teacher! Thanks Stu! - Tim

Jade Rendle 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Stu is deserving of such a big thank you! I wish I'd started driving with him first as he's also had the task of rebuilding my confidence from another instructor. He is so easy to talk to, always calm and patient! Stu has such a great sense of humour which puts you at ease quickly but is also so generous with advice, both Mish and Stu go out of their way to help. Thank you for helping me pass first time and to love driving :) I will miss seeing you each week!

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Its been a true pleasure to have you in the car. Look forward to seeing you out & about.

emsyki 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Mish is a fantastic driving instructor, very kind, patient and professional. She takes the time to make sure you are fully prepared and provides resources for you to study outside of lesson time. She also takes the time to understand her students' individual learning styles and habits. Thank you Mish, I can't recommend you enough!

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Thank you very much. Enjoy the open road.

Megan Harrop 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I couldn’t recommend Mish and Stu more! They’re the friendliest people but beyond that, their teaching and driving style is above and beyond! I got a first time pass in 3 months! I’m sad I won’t have Mish in the car with me for our hilarious chats any more! Thank you so much guys! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Ahh Meg it was great building that confidence & the giggles, makes learning so much more fun. Every time I pass the Polo, I smile. Have fun.

Katie Webber 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I had the pleasure of having Mish as my driving instructor, she was always so calm and kind and always gave good honest feed back and helped build on the things I struggled with. Would definitely recommend!

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Thanks Katie, saw you the other day driving through town, great positioning at those lights. Looking great. Enjoy.

Clare Bowles 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Stu was absolutely fantastic teaching our son to drive. We highly recommend Stu and Mish as driving and theory instructors. Our lad passed first time thanks to their help. Our second son is next up soon. Thanks again so much.

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Clare it was a pleasure to watch him develop into a lovely confident safe driver. Roll on the next member of the family.

Ben 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Mish is great! I couldn't have asked for more from a driving instructor. I needed someone to help me get test ready after learning the basics in my own car. Mish gave me all the help and guidance I needed to pass first time! I really appreciate that she allowed me to do just the right amount of lessons and didn't hold me back from moving my test forward when I was ready. Thank you Mish.

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Thank you Ben. You wanted the result & enjoyed learning to reap the reward. Well Done

Freya Persson 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Stu is the best instructor you could ever have! He is patient, knowledgeable and so easy to get along with. I wouldn’t have been able to pass without stu, him adapting his teaching for me to be able to understand and not letting me give up to teach me all I need to know to be a good and safe driver. I loved every second of my lessons. Thank you for getting me through it! Stu and Mish are the best instructors out there without a doubt

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Thanks Freya, you are a star & a born driver. It was great to have you in the car. Have enjoyed seeing you out & about. Stu

Pip Malek 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Stu and Mish have supported all my children through their driving with patience and expertise and we wouldn't have chosen anyone else. Stu has just taught and guided my youngest Emily through her driving test, the last of my three. I cannot fault his approach and skill, he has given all three of my children the safety and grounding to be safe drivers and we as a family have gained a wonderful friendship in the process. Both Mish and Stu are excellent instructors and you couldn't ask for better instruction and support from either of them, they teach the whole package, theory and practice. Thanks Stu and Mish we all think your awesome

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

She will be sadly missed Pip. It really has been a pleasure. We will catch up with you & Rob very soon.

Rebecca Norman 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Mish was the best driving instructor I could have asked for. She made me feel confident and sure of myself in my driving. She lead me to passing first time and I can’t thank her enough.

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Thank you. It was so lovely to have you in the car. Definitely born to drive.

Harriet Wilson 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I can't recommend Mish highly enough. Such a professional driving school. they go over and above what they need to do. My daughter had been made nervous by another driving instructor and from her first lesson with Mish she had her confidence back and went on to pass her test 6 weeks later. It was the best move we made. I would use her from the start if you can and if your a girl she's perfect .. thank you so much she out there going every where now with confidence xxx

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Ahh lovely, I bet you miss the company. It was lovely to have her in the car. Hope you have a busy season ahead.

Rhys Piper 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Thanks to Stu I passed first time, he explains everything incredibly well, was calm and reassuring when I made mistakes and most importantly is a top guy! Thanks Stu!

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Ahh cheers for the kind words, model student, who was keen to get on the road & independent, team work.

Kian Floyde 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I had a great experience learning to drive with Stu. He is a very professional instructor yet easy to get along with and approachable. Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to learn.

Stefan Moore 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Stu is an amazing driving instructor who definitely teaches you more than you need to know for the test. Was really relaxed during lessons and never negative. Passed first time. Would recommend to everyone.

Rebecca Huxtable 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Brilliant driving instructor! Mish took my son on in the summer - he needed someone to get him through his test after so many stops and starts due to covid and going away to uni. She provides so much information and feedback to help get through the test, responds really quickly to messages, and my son said she is the best instructor he's had, he really enjoyed his lessons! Mish has been so accommodating, even when the test in September was cancelled and she had to squeeze in lessons for him again over the last week, before his test on Monday. Thank you so much, very highly recommended.

Han Barn 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Great instructor! Makes sure that you understand and will listen to personal driving requests. Would highly recommend :)

Helen Barnett 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Can’t thank Mish enough for teaching my daughter Hannah to drive. They built up a lovely little friendship, and Mish helped her with her anxiety. Mish is compassionate, concise, and incredibly knowledgeable. Would highly recommend!

Hope Unstead 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I had the pleasure of having Mish as my driving instructor as highly recommended by my sister and she was amazing! Being incredibly anxious before our first lesson, she made me feel at ease, comfortable and confident in my own driving. She is lovely, kind and patient which enabled me to gain independence and all the knowledge as well as experience I needed to become an efficient driver. All her support helped me to pass first time which I never thought was possible and I will truly miss our lessons xx

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Good luck Hope, look forward to seeing you out in your car x

georgie huxtable 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing driving instructor! Mish allows you to feel comfortable and confident in yourself whilst you’re learning to drive. And made me feel I could ask questions without feeling stupid for asking them. Passed 1st time. Thank you Mish.

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Thank you Georgie, It was a pleasure. Good luck in all you do. xx

ella avery 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Thanks to Mish I gained the confidence and belief in myself that was always there, I just needed that extra push! I am forever grateful to have had the pleasure of being taught by Mish, our lessons will be sadly missed with our giggles and smiles, thank you for putting up with my endless rambles to help me concentrate and humming along as I go ☺️ (also serious when needing to be of course) The way I was taught massively helped me get to where I am now, Mish listened and explained everything thoroughly through words and drawings to make sure you are 100% which was incredibly helpful!! She never gave up on me and I would recommend that anyone should book in if they can as it was the best decision I ever made x HUGE HUGE Thank you for everything and helping me get that pass first time, when I never thought it was possible❤️ can’t wait to see you out and about!

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Thank you Ella, Missing you already!...... bet Mcdonalds takings have gone up since you have passed :) ;)

Lulu Parker 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Stu is an amazing instructor! Enjoyed every lesson and always felt relaxed while driving! Passed first time, would 100% recommend! Thank you so much - Lulu Parker

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

It was lovely having you in the car & see your confidence grow. See you out & about.

Phoebe Clarke 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Absolutely AMAZING!!! Stu Ward is the best driving instructor you will ever find!! Super patient, clear, and assuring!! He properly teaches you to drive and not just pass your test, and I felt so at ease when driving!! Passed first time.

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Ahh it was great teaching you. Fab driver, keep it up.

Alex Bunn 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Passed first time. Loved every minute of my lessons. Not stressful, very helpful and learn a lot: not just to pass the test but to be a good driver and enjoy driving. If Carlsberg made driving instructors, he’d probably be the best in the world!

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Love this Alex, was great to have you in the car mate. True pleasure.

Kelly Drennen 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Absolutely fantastic instructor Stu, I couldn't rate any higher. Made me feel relaxed whilst teaching me all I need to know to pass my test.... Which I did.. First time!

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

What a star you are, knew you would smash it, well done.

Ella Swales 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Mish is an excellent instructor. She made me feel at ease and every lesson was enjoyable. She is very patient and kind and explains everything really clearly. I passed my test first time and wouldn't hesitate to recommend her.

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Hey you, thank you for those words, so proud of you. Well done So good to see you out there & doing the roundabouts *****************

Sophie 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Mish is absolutely amazing so patient, explains everything so well and makes it very easy to understand. Super funny and kind we had a lot of laughs on my lessons. I will really miss driving with her but I am very grateful she helped me pass!

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

So enjoyed our lessons too. Driving should be fun & enjoyable. You have a super natural drive. Keep it up x

Louis Beer 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Best driving instructor ever!!! At the start driving seemed very scary. Taking lessons with stu really made me relax and not worry about all the ‘scary scenarios’ i had thought about being involved in . Stu is very calming and I didn’t feel pressured or feeling nervous about making a mistake because he would always talk me through the situation before i made the manoeuvre. Top bloke would recommend to anyone and everyone who wants to learn to drive !!

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Ahh cheers Louis, it was great to have you in the car. Excellent drive :)

Sean Hewlett 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I don’t think I have the words to do Mish justice - but the glowing praise in all these 5 star reviews says it all! We believe we were extremely fortunate to have Mish and Stu recommended to us by several happy customers and Mish has been an absolutely brilliant driving instructor for our son. Initially very apprehensive before his first lesson, he came back buzzing, brimming over with enthusiasm for driving and so much more confident. Mish is so warm, friendly and encouraging that she developed our son’s confidence and belief in himself as a driver. Then, by an impressively structured and planned approach, she developed his competence until he was test ready. Then it was practise, practise, practise along the different test routes and with manoeuvres and then ‘hey presto’ he passed first time! We really appreciated paying for lessons in a block of 10 and being kept up to date with where we were and if we needed to buy more lessons. Mish was amazingly flexible and able to work around our son’s college timetable. If she had to cancel a lesson for unavoidable reasons, (like another learner sitting their test) she always found an alternative spot for a lesson. We are just booking a motorway driving session now our son has passed. Do not hesitate to book lessons with Mish, she and Stu are oversubscribed, (which is a testament to their success) but it is 100% worth waiting - just remember to phone to book before you can actually start! Thanks, Mish - you are a star!

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Thank you Sean very kind words. It was a true pleasure to have him in the car. A credit to you both.

Claire Keightley 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: After putting off learning to drive for numerous years due to confidence I was recommend Stu Ward. From the first day he calmed my nerves and tailored the way he taught to suite me and build my confidence. Every lesson was always fun and he never lost his patience even during numerous panic attacks. Amazingly I passed my test first time and enjoy driving. I wouldn't have been able to achieve this without him. Looking forward to my advance lessons.

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

You proved to yourself that you were far better than you think you are. Have the confidence & keep it up. Cheers Stu

Megan Gallagher 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Driving was an extremely scary prospect for me but from the very outset Mish was able to make it a comfortable and enjoyable learning experience. She is bright, bubbly, encouraging and informative, I always looked forward to my driving lessons with her. Mish created a calm and supportive environment and was always very flexible and responsive when my schedule changed. It was an absolute pleasure to be taught by her and I highly recommend her as an instructor - I went from being a very shy and apprehensive driver to a confident and decisive one that managed with Mish’s help to pass my test with zero minors.

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Oh my goodness Meg, what a pleasure to have you in the car. An A* student for sure. Taking it all in & revising & revising. You are a credit. Hope you are both all good. How did the sunflowers do??! Mish x

Sam N. Gonzalez 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Stu helped me pass first time after 3 months of lessons. He explained things in an intuitive way and helped build confidence. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for driving lessons

bradley cooper 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Stu was a great driving Instructor. Throughout the journey of learning, Stu would help me improve the parts I found difficult and encourage me when I was struggling. He did all this to make sure I was as prepared as I could be for my test which I passed first time.

Brittany Humphreys 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Couldn’t of chose a better instructor. Stu makes you feel comfortable from the get go and has a calm way of explaining things. A really genuine guy who helped me to pass first time with only one minor. Couldn’t recommend enough.

Joe Hill 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Stu has been a brilliant driving instructor from the very start he has had endless patience and an great calm demeanor throughout can’t recommend enough

Joe Richards 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Joined Stu & Mish Wards waiting list and the closer it got the more nervous and panicked I became. As soon as I started my lessons with Stu, I knew I'd struck gold. I'm sure he could sense my inner turmoil building up but straight away he manages to inspire confidence in you by really honing in on exactly what makes you panic. Then has a way of breaking things down so they seem obvious and simple to you and more than doable. As a beginner I obviously made mistakes in my lessons. I really liked the way these were handled, we would pull over and have a chat about them, he would give a great analogy and make you laugh whilst guiding you through the right thought process instead of telling you off and making you feel bad. He is a very calm and collected guy, and only made me feel positive about myself in the driving seat. He really gives you the power and knowledge to better yourself and this is what I found so inspirational. Never did I find myself wanting to stop learning or quit. The moment I started those lessons, the more I wanted to do. Lessons would absolutely fly by and I had so much fun in them. On top of that he knows how to make the information he gives you stick in your mind. Also He has some cracking analogies that will have you giggling I promise you that! Such a top bloke, thanks to Stu I passed first time Glad I found you mate, thanks for all your hard work, what a life changer!

Rachel Sollis 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I can't praise Mish and Stu enough, my Son was taught by the best, Mish was so nice, kind & understanding. I will always highly recommend you both to everyone. 10/10

Polly Creamer 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Incredible people, helped me so much to grow as a driver, they make you laugh and have the confidence you need. Professional at all times too, always gives you a boost of driving and is honest to the core.

Amber Lock 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Mish ward is an outstanding driving instructor! When i started driving i was very nervous and not confident at all. Mish was very patient with me and talked me through all my mistakes in a construcrive way. Very friendly atmosphere and easy to talk to and work around work schedules. Because of her i passed my driving last week and couldnt be happier, would highly recommend

Emily Baker 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Had an amazing time learning to drive and always felt comfortable and safe while driving. Patient and understanding making my confidence improve quickly will miss the conversation tho would highly recommend

Devon Roper 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Stu is endlessly patient in his lessons and helped me gain so much confidence. I've really enjoyed learning to drive which was a surprise because it was something I was very worried about, and I'm really grateful to both Stu and Mish. Can't recommend them enough

Hayley 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Echoing all the other 5 star reviews here but I really can't recommend Stu enough. I was incredibly nervous to start, but the second I got in his car he made me feel completely at ease. I really enjoyed my lessons (something I thought I'd never say!) and passed first time with some newfound confidence – you really are a master of your trade!

Tom Gibbon 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I enjoyed my lessons a lot, Stu is a great teacher, very kind, patient and professional. He makes sure that you are a confident driver, not just to pass the test but to continue driving for life. You always feel comfortable when driving with him and he is always very friendly. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who wants to start learning to drive. Thank you!

Amy Braund 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I couldn't recommend Stu Ward enough! He has helped me learn to drive all throughout the pandemic, it has been a journey but Stu has been utterly amazing the whole way! Amazing communication, felt completely at ease from the second I got in his car. Stu helped me to pass my test 1st time! Which I am so grateful for, now I have so much freedom to travel where I want and I can do so being a confident driver. I would recommend him to literally anyone! Thanks so much Stu! Class of covid 19! ✌️

Abbey Deakin 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Stu has been amazing start to finish with me through pre pandemic and throughout. He never ever lost his patience and was consistently calm and professional as well as reassuring. I started driving with no confidence at all, completely scared and hating every minute and now I have passed, I am super excited to have that freedom which I wouldn’t have had without Stu. I wouldn’t have wanted to go with anyone else. He is a top guy and elite instructor.

Rebekah Hancock 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Stu Ward teaches you to drive for life, not just for your driving test. Spent just over two years learning with him, and even though I took 16 months off during COVID, I got back to driving and passed my test first time with 3 months of refresher lessons. Couldn’t recommend him more to people looking for a driving instructor in Barnstaple and surrounding areas.

Scott Incledon 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I cant highly recommend Stu enough, great person to learn with, very knowledgeable and easy to book lessons, very patient and understanding. I really enjoyed all my lessons Stu is very friendly and makes it great fun too drive with. Thanks for all your help.

Daniel Askew 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Zero faults! Stu has been a brilliant instructor -- and through Covid restrictions, lockdowns, multiple cancelled tests, he's given me the skills and the confidence necessary to smash my test first time, zero minors! Thank you Stu, you're amazing! Highly recommend!

Sarah Newby Gonzalez 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Would recommend Stu to anyone wanting to learn to drive! He is very patient and friendly, which really puts you at ease and makes the lessons enjoyable. I felt fully prepared for my test and was able to pass 1st time with only 1 minor! Couldn't have had a better learning experience. Thank you Stu :)

Henri 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Brilliant experience learning to drive with Stu! He was personable, patient and informative as a teacher. I passed first time and couldn't have done that without him. I thoroughly enjoyed our lessons and he was a good laugh too. Thank you very much, will miss our lessons.

Sam Petherbridge 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I couldn’t recommend Stu Ward enough! Such a great instructor that helped me pass and stuck with me throughout! Stu is really friendly, calm and a great driving teacher. Thanks for all of your help!

megan rogers 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend going with Stu Ward! Absolutely amazing with his teaching and he has made me feel extremely confident and relaxed when behind the wheel! Stu helped me to pass first time today. Always remained very calm, patient and professional when on a lesson with me. Thank you again, Stu :)

Eva Lewis 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend to anyone looking for an instructor. Stu was amazing with me and helped me pass first time ! I have come away being a confident and mindful driver. Thank you again , Stu :)

Bea Hutchinson 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: In short - one of the best instructors I have ever come across! Stu was absolutely brilliant with me and helped me pass FRIST TIME. I would 100% recommend both Stu and Mish to anybody who is learning to drive. Thanks again Stu :)

Tori Turner 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Stu driver training. Very patient, professional and friendly. Extremely accommodating. I’m so glad I chose Stu, I can’t recommend enough. If you’re looking for the perfect driving instructor, look no further!

Sasha Holmes 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing! Stu gave me the confidence I needed to pass my test first time. Very calm & professional, patience of a saint & an all round great guy! Cannot recommend enough!!

Elizabeth Trantham 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Highly recommended - Stu's excellent tuition and endless patience has seen our three children through their tests and onto the road safely. He has regularly gone above and beyond, especially during the recent lockdown period this year being flexible for lessons and giving the time to constantly renew the website in their own time, in order to secure a test within a tight timescale (at a time when tests were like gold dust!) Very fairly and reasonably priced and were flexible to what each needed to feel confident to learn well and be safe. Definitely recommend xx

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Ahh thanks Elizabeth, lovely words. Its been a true pleasure for all of them.

Holly Milton-Jefferies 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: I've loved my lessons with Mish and I can't recommend her enough - she is encouraging, reassuring, and most importantly makes driving feel fun instead of daunting. I've grown in confidence so much and I really could not have asked for a better instructor. Thank you! :)

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Ahh Thank you Holly. It was a pleasure to have you in the car. You have a great standard of drive, keep it up. :)

James Tapp 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Both my children (boy and girl) have passed first time in the last 18 months with Mish. They both spoke very highly of her and were particularly struck by her good nature, professionalism and patience. Thanks very much Mish..... I would certainly recommend you to anyone wanting to learn properly.

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Thank you James. They have both been a pleasure to have in the car. A credit to you both. Will definitely miss the sense of humour. Don't forget to take up any offers of Lifts, they owe you!! Take care.

Lydia Gentle 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: I really enjoyed learning to drive with Stu, his patience and encouragement helped me pass first time! He is very flexible with his lessons and focused on tackling any worries I had about any part of my driving. I am glad to have learnt with Stu - I thoroughly recommend!

Selina Cloutman 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Mish is an excellent driving instructor, she makes you fell calm and comfortable and explains all the lesson content so that you feel confident in what you are trying to achieve. Mish and Stu are both very learner focused, they teach you how to drive not just pass your test! Both Mish and Stu are very friendly and easy to talk to. I would also highly recommend Mish's theory sessions, Mish is patient and explains everything well. I have just passed my test first time with Mish's excellent help and will miss my lessons with my brilliant instructor! :)

isla whiteford 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Passed first time with Stu - a brilliant driving instructor! His patient approach to teaching and friendly personality made each lesson enjoyable and relaxed - even for an anxious driver like myself. Explains everything clearly and is great at building confidence. Highly recommend Stu for anyone seeking driving lessons.

Charlotte Sutton 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Just passed my test with Stu first time. He is absolutely fantastic. Very learner focused, and makes sure that everything is understood and makes the environment safe and comfortable to learn in. Highly recommend !!

Louisa Tighe 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Stu is an amazing driving instructor, really helped me gain all the skill and confidence i needed to pass, as well as being very enjoyable company. Made me look forward to my lessons every week and made the whole process fun. couldn't recommend more!

Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.
Stu & Mish Ward Driver Training.

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. It was a pleasure having to helped you and your brother Jack to get out on the roads.

Brianna Rooke 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Mish is such an amazing driving instructor! She is so kind, friendly and patient which made me feel at ease throughout my driving experience. She helped me gain confidence in driving but also in myself. All of my lessons were brilliant with such high level of teaching so thorough and clear which made it more enjoyable and less daunting! Such a brilliant instructor would highly recommend ❤️

Bradley Cloutman 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Stu is an awesome driving instructor, I looked forward to our lessons every week. Great at explaining things, gave me all the skills and confidence I needed to pass my test and beyond. Cannot recommend Stu and Mish enough!

Mia Mannell 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Stu is such a brilliant instructor. Very friendly and approachable, and always suited the lessons to fit me. Made me feel confident for my test! Would highly recommend. Thank you!

Ethan P 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Stu is a brilliant driving instructor! Friendly, relaxed guy and knew exactly what needed to be done for a successful first time pass. Would highly recommend!

Lee Ranger 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Review from Sophie. I would highly recommend Mish, I had a great few months learning with Her, she was patient, kind, always explained things well and gave me the confidence I needed to pass my test. I couldn’t of asked for a better instructor.

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