Gold The Driving Academy - Poole

Fantastic experience: Nick was an excellent driving instructor. Passed first time with one minor. Recommended.

Fantastic experience: Nick is really good, got my license in 1 attempts I strongly recommend

Fantastic experience: Thank you so much Nick.... Thanks for all of your help. It's been a really nice journey with you. Best of luck.

Fantastic experience: My driving instructor was Nick. I was not aware about the roads, and was not very confident initially but Nick made me more comfortable, calm and; is really a good instructor. He definitely boosted my confidence and helped me a lot during this period. Thank you so much Nick. I would definitely recommend Gold the driving academy.

Fantastic experience: I had nick as my driving instructor for just over a year and he was absolutely amazing, he would always make sure everything was going well and give good advice and i passed with only 3 minors, i would really recommend nick and the gold driving academy.

Fantastic experience: Thanks to the support of Dave and Nick I passed my driving test today. I decided to learn to drive later in life. 5 stars given for patience and value for money. 1 star for Nicks singing and Christmas tunes. I leant to to drive with instructors who I was comfortable with and kept me motivated when I had lost faith in my own ability. Passing will change mine and my children's life. I couldn't be more grateful I chose to learn with Gold. My son is now learning with Nick which is testament to my over all experience. Wishing them both every success and happiness!!

Fantastic experience: I would like to say thank you to my driving instructor Linda for helping me pass my driving test first time Linda was very patient with me, the lessons were never boring she pushed me when needed and was overall an excellent instructor, I passed both my driving and theory test first time, I would highly recommend Linda..(:

Fantastic experience: I had Nick as my instructor and he was absolutely brilliant. Made me feel really comfortable from my first lesson all the way to my last. I didn’t know the area that well so I was always worried I would struggle to learn but Nick helped me take everything at my own pace and I managed to pass my driving test with just one minor! Highly recommend Gold driving if you’re looking to start your lesson! Absolutely 5 stars!

Fantastic experience: I passed after tuition from Nick Smith. I had previously been too nervous to learn to drive, and hadn't been able to overcome my nerves with a previous instructor. Nick helped me feel calm and comfortable on the road. Would highly recommend to anyone wishing to learn to drive.

Fantastic experience: Nick is probably the best driving instructor in the whole of the UK! Having been with him for over a year due to Covid restrictions I can honestly say the way that he teaches is very supportive and you always feel very safe under his watchful eye. He has taught me loads about driving and even topics outside of driving, he feels like an amazing friend not a strict instructor! 10/10 cannot recommend GOLD enough, you should only consider the GOLD standard!

Fantastic experience: I have passed my test in first attempt and truly enjoyed the entire experience of learning. Absolutely professional and patient approach to fine tune your areas of weakness. Many thanks to Nick, you are such a friendly and understanding instructor. Highly recommend Gold driving academy.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend! nick is a great instructor! no stress during driving lessons which is very important! I passed the first time feeling great! thank you nick for everything! Regards, Aleksandra

Fantastic experience: Amazing driving instructor Nick Smith would highly recommend gold driving

Fantastic experience: Having never driven in my life and being in my late 30s and a very nervous person, I can honestly say that Nick was SO patient, understanding, firm but fair and it helped that he has a great sense of humour as he made me feel at ease. I passed my theory and driving test first time and without his help I really don't think this would have been achievable. I would recommend everyone to use Gold The Driving Academy and give them 5 stars! Thanks again Nick for everything!

Fantastic experience: Nick is a fantastic instructor. He takes you through all you need to know to ace your practical driving test at your own pace. Very supportive, understanding and jovial. I passed with 3 minor faults at my first attempt. I highly recommend Gold The Driving Academy!

Fantastic experience: Nick smith from gold academy was an amazing instructor, He helped me pass my driving test first time with just 4 minor faults after just 36hours of lesson. Nick was really friendly and easy to talk to. He stayed calm and was very parient!!!! I will definitely be recommending nick and gold driving academy to any learner!!!

Fantastic experience: Nick has been an amazing instructor and even friend! He teaches you how exactly the exam is and makes sure you are ready before the test. He has been teaching for long enough to truly know your capabilities and your readiness to take the exam. Very supportive, understanding , flexible and accommodating! I am very pleased with the experience and The journey had a happy ending by me passing from 1st time with 3 minor faults ! Definitely recommended specially if you have a busy work schedule like me! Already recommended him to all my friends!

Fantastic experience: Nick is a gem! Patient and calm. We had amazing chats on our way to Dorchester. He really put an effort to make sure I'm ready for my test. And thank God, I passed first time! Maz

Fantastic experience: I had Nick as my instructor and I would highly recommend him as he goes through everything in detail assuring you are 100% ready for the test Great with teaching had no problem understanding what needed to be improved on.

Fantastic experience: Nick is a brilliant instructor! He is so patient and makes you feel at ease immediately. Most importantly, he is always extremely positive and encouraging, allowing you to build confidence as you learn. I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor - I would very highly recommend him to anyone!

Fantastic experience: Could not recommend gold driving and Nick enough! He supported me through the tough times and pushed me where I needed it! Gave me the confidence and wisdom to pass first time :)

Fantastic experience: It was an absolute pleasure learning to drive with Nick. He is calm and very focused, goal oriented and very encouraging. Thank you so much Nick, I owe it all to you.

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend - Nick is a brilliant instructor, very professional, a good teacher, and was very patient with my nerves. I passed first time with only 1 minor thanks to him!

Fantastic experience: Words alone cannot capture my beautiful experience but I will try to let you know that Nick is an awesome guy with excellent knowledge of does, he tells you all that you need to know and more and he is very good at it. I passed without any fault and all I could say is thank you, Nick. I have been recommending Gold The Driving Academy - Poole and I will keep doing that. Great guys all around

Fantastic experience: Nick Smith is an exceptional experienced driving instructor, thanks for all his hard works, I have passed in short period of time. I would highly recommend him to anyone. Thanks Nick

Fantastic experience: Great driving school. Highly recommended. Passed first time. Big thanks to Nick and Linda for all your help.

Fantastic experience: Thank you Nick for all the lesson,I definitely recommended,just passed my driving exam for the first time and 1 minor mistake. Big thumbs up.

Fantastic experience: I had the pleasure of learning with Nick at Gold, honestly could not recommend enough! I just passed 1st time with 1 minor fault. Honestly an amazing instructor, very patient and kind, always provides great feedback and gives you very helpful tips. I am very happy with the overall experience and the car is ideal for new drivers, very comfortable and easy to learn on. Super happy with my results! Thank you so much Nick!

Negative experience: awful

Fantastic experience: Nick is an absolutely brilliant teacher, very patient, calm and reassuring. Highly recommended gold. Passed 2nd time with only 2 minors!

Fantastic experience: Passed my test today with one minor! Nick is an awesome tutor; he pays attention to details and knows just what area to work on. I would recommend GTDA to anyone, you'll get great value for your money, and more, you will learn some real cool stuff!

Fantastic experience: Great experience having Nick as my instructor, loads of experience and full of good advice which meant that I passed first time!

Fantastic experience: Excellent driving school, would highly recommend. Nick was a great instructor, helped me pass first time. Thanks Nick

Fantastic experience: Nick was a great teacher who supported me when I was struggling and helped me pass first time.

Fantastic experience: Nick was absolutely amazing and was so patient with me while learning to drive. He knew I was a very nervous driver and always put me at ease. I couldn’t recommend Nick enough for helping me pass fist time! Thank you Nick so much

Fantastic experience: I had nick as a driving instructor. Nick was a great guy who explained everything and was patient, and tough me the correct procedures for driving, enabling me to pass first time with two minor faults would recommend

Fantastic experience: It's been a challenging time to learn to drive and Gold have been great at doing everything they can to make this easier. I passed 1st time today and each instructor has helped me get there. I am so happy and grateful!

Fantastic experience: Nick was an amazing instructor, managed to get me passing my test with 0 faults, couldn’t thank him enough!

Fantastic experience: Kev Jones was a great driving instructor. I was a very nervous driver and he helped me calm my nerves. He was patient and preserved with me through to the end. Within 5 months - he helped me pass my test first time at Poole Driving Test Centre! Would recommend Kev to anyone locally. Thanks Kev!!

Fantastic experience: I had Nick as my instructor and he was brilliant, true gent and helped me pass 1st time with 0 faults! Thanks to Nick and the team!! 5*

Fantastic experience: I just completed a refresher driving course with John in the last few weeks. I am so impressed with the level of professionalism and thoughtful guidance that I have received throughout - from explaining how the clutch works, and clarifying the rules on the road to making a conversation and helping the student feel comfortable and confident behind the wheel. It felt like I was rely properly taught how to drive for the first time. HUGE thank you to John and I would warmly recommend him to anybody who needs to learn or freshen up their driving!

Fantastic experience: I had Nicholas who was a very good instructor. He kept me very up to date throughout the whole of lockdown and kept very professional throughout. On the day of my test he spent an extra 15 minutes with me to help and talked to me to calm my nerves. I ended up passing with only 3 minors which was very good due to this.

Fantastic experience: Nick Smith- the best driving instructor I could have asked for, he helped me through it passing with only 1 minor and having such a high amount knowledge on anything and always having a good laugh. Cheers nick!

Fantastic experience: Nick was a great driving instructor, explained things really well, very patient would highly recommend. I passed first time!

Fantastic experience: Nick Smith at Gold the driving academy was truly an amazing driving instructor. I can’t thank him enough. He helped me overcome all my nerves and was so patient with me through all my driving lessons. He was so understanding and made me feel at ease with my dyslexia, which sometimes made driving difficult. Highly recommend -5 stars

Fantastic experience: Nick is an amazing instructor, learnt so much and would strongly recommend anyone to learn with Gold.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing training, lessons were timetabled around my life which made it so much easier and I passed first time with no faults!

Fantastic experience: Great trailer training from Matt. The training Helped me pass with 0 faults would highly recommend

Fantastic experience: Great driving school nick smith who is a great instructor I passed first time with only three minors

Fantastic experience: Passed first time thank you very much!!

Fantastic experience: such a good driving experience! learnt with Nick and couldn't have asked for a better instructor!

Fantastic experience: I had lessons with Mr. David Williams, a brilliant driving instructor with tremendous experience and patience. As a learner I always felt in good hands. With thanks.

Fantastic experience: Had the pleasure of learning with Nick. Great instructor, good sense of humour and very patient.

Fantastic experience: Nick helped me pass my test first time, was a very good instructor who helped me to be a confident driver. Would definitely recommend!

Fantastic experience: Fantastic driving school and an even better instructor! Thanks Nick for getting me through my test, first time with only 1 minor fault! Highly recommend Nick to get you driving confidently.

Fantastic experience: Nick was very helpful, patient and friendly. Excellent service thank you!

Fantastic experience: Nick was a great instructor and a lovely guy, I feel very prepared to get out driving. Would very much recommend!

Fantastic experience: Great driving school pass first time thanks to an amazing driving instructor Nick Smith recommend gold Driving Academy to any learner driver

Fantastic experience: Would highly recommend Nick Smith from Gold Driving. He was brilliant in helping me throughout my drivig process and helped me pass 2nd time!:)

Fantastic experience: I had a fantastic experience with Gold. I started off as a very nervous first time driver however Nick Smith, my instructor, put me completely at ease. I learnt at my own pace, and received honest, helpful feedback throughout so that I always felt that I knew what I needed to improve and how. I felt throughout the experience that everything was under control, with very little stress. This has resulted in me passing my practical test first time, an achievement I hardly thought possible. I thoroughly recommend Gold to anybody looking for a friendly, encouraging driving school. I am very glad I picked them.

Fantastic experience: Nick was a brilliant instructor, I enjoyed every minute of my lessons and it resulted in a first time pass! Would definitely recommend Gold academy, and especially Nick Smith!

Fantastic experience: Amazing instructor (Nick) really patient and supportive. Passed first time with only 3minors.

Fantastic experience: Brilliant driving instructor (Nick). Always did the best to make me a good driver! I definitely recommend this driving school!

Fantastic experience: Nick is a great instructor, really meticulous and excellent at knowing how to help you make progress. Im really glad I learnt with him and would highly recommend if you're looking in Poole.

Fantastic experience: Great driving school. Nick Smith is an excellent instructor, got me to pass first time in a very short space of time.

Fantastic experience: Managed to pass first time with zero minors, and I really do owe it to Nick Smith for being such an excellent instructor!

Fantastic experience: Nick has been an extremely helpful instructor and has also made my driving experience fun and stress-free. There is no pressure as he lets you learn at your own pace, offering support wherever necessary. I would highly reccomend Gold Driving Academy!!!!

Fantastic experience: Fantastic instructor, really understanding and a great teacher.

Fantastic experience: Passed today, many thanks to Nick who helped me along the way. A++

Fantastic experience: Lovely experience and great instructor (Nick Smith)!! Thanks!

Fantastic experience: Just passed my driving test having being taught by nick from gold, he has been a wonderful driving instructor very patient with me I recommend gold complete.

Fantastic experience: Nick has been a fantastic driving instructor! Thank you for helping me pass my test! I will definitely recommend Gold Driving Academy to anyone who wants to learn to drive.

Fantastic experience: Great driving tuition from Nick Smith! Passed first time with just one fault!

Fantastic experience: Massive thank you to both Nick and Paul for helping me pass my test in such a short amount of time. Both instructors helped give me the confidence to pass and were very knowledgeable and patient. Highly recommend Gold!

Fantastic experience: "All that you could wish for in an instructor, Nick is a Professional, Considerate, Clear and Empathic Chap, I cannot recommend this school enough. Passed no Faults Amazing tuition paid dividends"

Fantastic experience: Had a fantastic time driving with nick smith, he was a good laugh, made sure I improved on my mistakes and made each lesson worth while. Would definitely recommend

Fantastic experience: Nick was amazing and helped me every single lesson. He was always patient and prepared me for my test so well! Thank you so much to Nick, I definitely recommend using Gold to learn to drive.

Fantastic experience: I want to say a HUGE thank you to Linda, I couldn't ask for a better instructor, helped me so much in such a short period of time, Linda was a brilliant teacher and made me feel very calm and really built up my confidence, also always used to fit me in at suitable times! I can't thank you enough Linda.

Fantastic experience: Fantastic instructor, really easy to get along with and had a very high standard of teaching. Very impressed

Fantastic experience: Very good instructor (Nick) and all round experience. Would definitely recommend

Fantastic experience: Cant thank Nick enough at Gold for all he has done. As a driver that panics he put me at rest and made me feel calm and at ease and helped me pass first time

Fantastic experience: I was with Nick from start to finish on my driving journey, and his way of teaching allowed me to pass my test 1st time, even though I convinced myself otherwise! I am so grateful to him for everything he has done to make sure I pass this test. I can't recommend him highly enough, he has the patience of a saint but will tell you off when you need it too, which in my opinion is great! If you are looking for an instructor who will teach you well but also treat you with respect and have a giggle with you, look no further than this lovely man. Thank you again :)

Fantastic experience: What can I say.best instructor ever.makes you feel comfortable and relaxed.just what you need.5 stars the best.6 lessons and i passed.thanks Nick your a diamond.all the best morgan

Fantastic experience: Wonderful company would recommend... Thank you Nick for helping me to pass

Fantastic experience: Fantastic instructor, helped me get over my nerves and passed with ease! Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Linda was an amazing instructor who managed to get me passed first time with her ability, experience and kind, understand mannerisms! 10/10 will definitely recommend to a friend!

Fantastic experience: Fantastic driving school to learn with passed first time with only 2 driver faults. No pressure you learn at your own pace and the instructors are brilliant.

Fantastic experience: Nick is an outstanding instructor, he puts you at ease instantly. My lessons were relaxed and a lot of fun, Nick was very patient when explaining things and was happy to go over anything I was unsure every lesson.. he was always on time and made sure you had a full 1 1/2 driving. I cannot recommend Nick and gold driving academy highly enough. Thanks to Nick I passed my test first time with only 3 minor faults . If your thinking of taking driving lessons don't waste your time or money with anyone else , Gold driving academy are by far the best in poole.

Fantastic experience: Nick's a great instructor, really enjoyed the lessons! Would highly recommend to people wanting to start their driving lessons!

Fantastic experience: I would strongly recommend Gold Driving Academy, Nick helped me through my nerves and encouraged me to persevere with taking my practical driving test , I passed with 4 minors! Thank you , defiantly go with Gold Driving Academy!

Fantastic experience: Dan is a fantastic driving instructor - he is always calm and patient and knew how to settle my driving nerves and keep me confident. He's very friendly and upbeat and lessons with him are always a pleasure! Dan worked with me to figure out how I learned best and fit lessons around my work schedule. Thanks so much Dan for all your coaching along the way!

Fantastic experience: Extreamly good instructor!!! Nick have taught me a lot about how to become a safe driver. Defo go with Nick!

Fantastic experience: Nick smith is a great instructor, he got me through with one minor fault, would definitely recommend!!!

Fantastic experience: Nick Smith is an excellent instructor, he really pushed me to be a better driver and got me to a level where I passed with one minor! I would highly recommend the Gold Driving Academy if you want competent and helpful instruction.

Fantastic experience: Nick Smith, best instructor i could have asked for, really calm, patient and friendly, passed with only 4 minors with your help, thanks alot! Would highly recommend

Fantastic experience: I would 100% recomend gold driving school, my instructor dan murphy was so easy to get along with And helped me get over my nerves and pass my driving test with only 5 faults. I am One happy person Thankyou ever so much dan

Fantastic experience: Would definitely recommend nick smith, amazing instructor. He's very friendly and patient and helped me pass my test 1st time with only 5 faults. Thanks nick :)

Fantastic experience: Gold is an awesome driving school, there methods are sound and accurate for passing your test. The instructors are friendly and professional Could not recommend them any higher!

Fantastic experience: Very good instructor, passed with 3 minors would strongly recommend

Fantastic experience: Would highly recommend Dan Murphy, a great instructor, easy to get on with, friendly and laid back. Passed my test 1st time thanks to him :)