
Andy Woodgate Driver Training Ltd

Information about Andy Woodgate Driver Training Ltd
DT3 5NE, Weymouth
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 8h-19:30
- tuesday: 8h-19:30
- wednesday: 8h-19:30
- thursday: 8h-19:30
- friday: 8h-17:30
- saturday: (closed)
I am an experienced DVSA approved driving instructor and offer friendly, patient and professional MANUAL driving tuition using the latest teaching techniques.
My aim is to offer excellent value for money while getting each learner through their driving test in the shortest possible time. My priority is ensuring my pupils have the necessary skills required to drive safely on UK roads.
Call now for affordable driving lessons in Weymouth
I cover Postcodes Dt3 and Dt4 but not Abbotsbury or Portesham
Our comment from DrivingSchoolsTOP.co.uk about Andy Woodgate Driver Training Ltd:
Andy Woodgate Driver Training Ltd is a highly recommended driving school in the UK known for its exceptional instruction and supportive learning environment. Students consistently praise Andy for his kindness, patience, and ability to create a fun and informative atmosphere during driving lessons.
Many learners have expressed how Andy instills confidence in them, particularly those who started with anxiety. With his calm demeanor and supportive approach, Andy has successfully guided numerous students to pass their driving tests on the first attempt. Here are some highlights from reviews:
- Incredibly kind and patient instructor who makes students feel at ease.
- Flexible scheduling that accommodates students' needs, including school commitments.
- Consistent encouragement and constructive feedback help build confidence.
- Fun lessons that include humor and enjoyable interactions, making the learning process more engaging.
- Many students have passed their tests first time due to Andy’s effective teaching methods.
While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, a few users expressed frustration about Andy’s availability, citing that he is often fully booked due to high demand. However, this reflects Andy's reputation and success as an instructor.
In conclusion, if you're looking for a driving instructor who provides high-quality, personalized instruction while ensuring a relaxed and enjoyable learning experience, Andy Woodgate Driver Training Ltd is an excellent choice!
Andy Woodgate Driver Training Ltd: Reviews
Fantastic experience: Andy is such an incredibly kind and patient Instructor. I drove with him for around 2 years as I didnt have any confidence and he made sure that I always believed in myself and never gave up. I highly recommend him to learn driving as he creates such a positive and safe atmosphere for anybody!
Fantastic experience: Andy is the best instructor out there and I am so grateful to have been given the opportunity to be one of his driving students. You made lessons enjoyable, fun and informative. From the early stages of my driving journey, you gave me the confidence to drive and encouraged me every step of the way. I also appreciate how flexible you were with my weekly lessons and how much effort you made to fit my weekly lessons around college and look for a test slot for me. I started my driving lessons on 26 September 2024 and after 23 lessons, I passed my test first time without any faults on 6 January 2025. The only downside to passing is not having any more lessons with Andy! Thank you so much
Fantastic experience: Andy is a great driving instructor, would highly recommend him to anyone. He taught my 17 year old daughter to drive and pass her test first time. Great communication all the way through the learning process and reassured my daughter all the way. Thanks Andy
Fantastic experience: Andy was an excellent teacher, as a nervous learner he has helped build my confidence. Andy is patient and easy to get along with, ultimately he helped me pass first time
Fantastic experience: Best instructor ever. Made me feel so confident in my driving and don’t have a bad word to say. Always supported me and encouraged me and helped me in the areas I didn’t feel confident in. Wouldn’t recommend Andy enough!!
Fantastic experience: Thank you so much Andy in helping me pass my driving test first time! You were highly recommended to me by many friends you had previously taught and I would definitely recommend you too!
Fantastic experience: Andy is a great instructor and would recommend him to everybody! Really enjoyed every lesson and passed first time! Thank you for everything
Fantastic experience: Andy was an excellent instructor, he helped me so much with making me feel at ease when learning to drive. We have had so many laughs during all of my lessons and I couldn’t have done it without him and I’m so thankful for all his hard work!
Fantastic experience: Very friendly and really helpful. Passed first try no issues. Great driving instructor would recommend to anyone
Fantastic experience: Amazing instructor, very helpful when I struggled and even had some amazing jokes! Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a driving instructor in Weymouth. ^_^
Fantastic experience: Andy was a great driving instructor that I would highly recommend. Andy has made learning to drive enjoyable and was good to joke with. All credit to Andy for helping me to pass my driving test
Fantastic experience: Andy is a great instructor. Had a lot of lesson with him and every single one was great. Always felt comfortable as he’s super chilled out and good to have a laugh with. He got me to pass with just 1 minor. I would definitely recommend him as an instructor!
Fantastic experience: Andy is such a good instructor i really recommend going with him! I passed with only 1 fault and all my lessons were enjoyable and relaxed! Thank you Andy, couldn’t have done it without all your help!
Fantastic experience: Amazing instructor, couldn't recommend more. Thank you Andy! :)
Fantastic experience: honestly best instructor out there, was so supportive through the whole year i was with him. makes the environment comfortable and plenty of jokes to keep you going. couldn’t recommend more, toot and come in
Fantastic experience: Andy is a brilliant driving instructor! I was very nervous to begin with but his patience and supportive method of teaching really helped me overcome my nerves. Andy’s practical teaching helped me pass my test first time and has given me real confidence is getting out on the road. Thank you Andy!
Fantastic experience: Andy is a brilliant instructor. He got my son through first time and made him feel really at ease
Fantastic experience: I would absolutely 100% recommend Andy. He is an incredibly patient instructor, really friendly and works very hard to make sure you're a confident and safe driver. Couldn't recommend him enough!
Fantastic experience: best instructor around. very calm, patient and friendly
Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Andy for anyone learning to drive, especially if you’re nervous. I started off anxious with no confidence and he was patient and helpful the whole way through. Never thought I would do it but passed first time thanks to him! Couldn’t have asked for a better instructor.
Fantastic experience: Super friendly guy, learnt so much! Passed first try zero faults. Couldn’t recommend him more!
Fantastic experience: An absolute amazing driving instructor, very calm and patient. If I had to recommend anyone it's Andy, would recommend anyone else, absolutely amazing.
Fantastic experience: Fabulous driving instructor. Highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: Andy is a brilliant driving instructor. Made me feel very calm and confident. Highly recommend x
Fantastic experience: It was absolutely amazing being in the car with Andy. He was very helpful with getting me through every lesson and passing his knowledge onto me.
Fantastic experience: Great Instuctor easy to get along with and teaches you all you need to know
Fantastic experience: Thank you Andy for helping me pass my driving test! Not only do you have the patience of a saint but you also helped me so much with my nerves and anxiety. I would recommend you to anyone learning to drive.
Fantastic experience: best driving instructor ever, so patient and passed first time
Fantastic experience: I started learning with Andy earlier this year and recently passed he is a wonderful teacher and I would recommend him to anyone looking to start driving lessons.
Fantastic experience: Andy went out of his way to help me pass. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a nice, funny and patient driving instructor
Fantastic experience: amazing instructor, really helpful and supportive throughout the process. had a good laugh whilst learning, I've now got enough one liners for my own joke book. couldn't recommend andy enough
Fantastic experience: The whole experience of learning to drive with Andy was brilliant! For me, his relaxed and patient approach really helped me to deal with any nerves I had. He is also honest as to when he thinks you’re ready to take your test which I think is really important as it made me confident that I was ready, and his judgement was correct. I would highly recommend Andy to anyone looking to learn to drive! Thanks again Andy!
Fantastic experience: Andy helped me to enjoy learning to drive and there is nothing to fault him for. He helped me pass first time and made me feel at ease in all my lessons and before my test. I would highly recommend Andy!
Fantastic experience: Passed test first time, and I had a brilliant couple of months learning how to drive with Andy. He is very well humoured and supportive. I was prepared for my test. Highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: Great instructor! Made me feel really at ease and confident. His dad jokes are the worst haha!
Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing! Best one I’ve had
Fantastic experience: Andy is the best driving instructor out there! He's such a lovely guy and made me feel so at ease whilst learning to drive and he helped me pass my driving test 1st time! I can't thank him enough!!
Fantastic experience: Andy is very kind and patient. Puts you at ease and can have a laugh with him, honestly couldn’t recommend him enough!!!
Fantastic experience: Very good passed first try thanks to andy, orth the waiting list
Negative experience: Wouldn't bother contacting andy, he is fully booked for a year, an not even interested in trying to accommodate. Poor customer service if you ask me
So your essentially basing your review on the fact you can’t get a lesson with me not on my ability as a driving instructor Maybe you should have contacted me earlier Surely my waiting list shows I’m doing a good job I work alone so only have so many spaces and a lot of people are prepared to wait And please get your facts right I said I’m booked into next year not for a year
Fantastic experience: Andy made learning to drive a really easy and fun experience. I could trust his judgment on my own ability. His constant feedback and back to back support was great. Would highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: Really lovely driving instructor, who prepared me well for my test. Always had a good joke as well to make me laugh.
Fantastic experience: brilliant instructor, ensured i was ready to pass first time. is really friendly would 100% recommend to anyone
Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing, couldn’t ask for anymore. Got me a pass first time with 2 minors. Great to chat to and would always do the best for me
Fantastic experience: Andy’s a great driving instructor, really easy going and has a great selection of jokes too couldn’t recommend Andy enough!!
Fantastic experience: Amazing instructor, passed first time! Thank you
Fantastic experience: Great instructor, made me feel completely at ease and confident. Would recommend to anyone
Fantastic experience: Really nice instructor. Helped with any questions i had and pushed me in the right direction for a pass really do suggest if your a first time driver giving andy a call
Fantastic experience: Amazing instructor, can’t fault him !
Fantastic experience: Andy is a great instructor, always patient with me. Would recommend to help become a safe and confident driver.
Fantastic experience: I would absolutely 100% recommend Andy especially if your a bit nervous. He's a great teacher who really makes you feel comfortable and helps to build your confidence.
Fantastic experience: Excellent! Would definitely recommend as listens to all concerns and was very patient whilst I was learning. Wouldn’t have passed without him
Fantastic experience: From 0 driving experience to passing! I highly recommend Andy for turning me into a confident driver
Fantastic experience: Andy was always patient with me and helped me feel confident when driving. He was always on time and never let me down. He covered every subject needed and I managed to pass first time! would definitely recommend!
Fantastic experience: From one instructor on the first lesson dismissing the nervous student, to Awesome Andy ;) every young person should have Andy at their side - a beautiful soul, who gives the individual the time needed to grow in confidence and become the safe confident driver. Andy communicates effectively with the parent, which helped me to put my Trust in him. Thankyou Andy.
Fantastic experience: Andy has been amazing .. patient and kind and tailored each lesson to what I needed. I always looked forward to seeing him !! He gave me the confidence and I passed first time .. thanks Andy!!!
Fantastic experience: Could not recommend Andy enough! Andy has such a wonderful approach to teaching, I always felt at ease and always got the most out of our lessons. We shared many a laugh and I always looked forward to getting out in the car with him! Walking away with a pass and no minors is a testament to his teaching abilities! I’ll miss sharing his company whilst driving! Thank you so much Andy!
Fantastic experience: Andy was the best instructor, he was always calm and patient and made me laugh in lessons which always made me feel at ease! He knew exactly how to calm my nerves and helped me prepare for my test. Thanks again Andy
Fantastic experience: Amazing instructor,always reliable and flexible to your needs and demands ,very friendly and outgoing never an awkward moment
Fantastic experience: Cannot thank andy enough, helped me pass very quickly, very calm and helpful instructor, highly recommend to anyone who’s nervous especially!
Fantastic experience: Andy is a great instructor, always very patient with me. Couldn’t recommend him enough !
Fantastic experience: very good instructor, would definitely recommend !!
Fantastic experience: I am currently learning with Andy, and I would highly recommend him. He’s patient, calming and goes at your pace. I was so nervous and still have moments, but he always keeps me calm gives that extra support to keep progressing. If your looking for an instructor then definitely pick andy
Fantastic experience: Andy is one of the best instructors there is!! He’s calm, patient and funny, and made me look forward to every lesson I had with him. As a very anxious person, he greatly helped me over come my anxiety while driving and boosted my confidence. I felt more than fully prepared when I had my test, as he covered every little thing we could off!
Fantastic experience: Andy has been an amazing instructor! Very friendly and easy to get on with. Very good teaching technique and helped me pass first time! Would highly recommend
Fantastic experience: Andy was a great instructor, very patient and funny. I passed with 0 minors. Would definitely recommend!
Fantastic experience: Brilliant teacher, easy to get on with and understands things from the learners point of view. Passed first time with 0 faults with him
Fantastic experience: Such an amazing instructor, has been so helpful the past year and really flexible making time for me as I had to come back from uni to do my test, would highly recommend!!
Fantastic experience: Andy is a really kind and patient driving instructor, I really enjoyed his lessons, couldn’t recommend enough!
Fantastic experience: Andy was a brilliant instructor, very calm and patient and got me through my test first time! Thank-you Andy!!
Fantastic experience: Andy Is the best driving instructor I could have chosen. He is patient, kind and funny which made me look forward to my lessons. He covered every possibility on the road which prepared me so well for my test. I went on the pass first time and I highly recommend him to any learner driver. Thank you!
Fantastic experience: From Day 1, I was nervous about learning to drive, but Andy instantly put me at ease and made me feel much more confident about my driving ability . He was incredibly understanding, no matter the number of mistakes I made, extremely easy to communicate with and very friendly. I failed my first test due to a silly mistake that was entirely my fault but I passed on my second attempt with only 1 minor. I never imagined I would ever pass but thanks to Andy I did. Would 100% recommend him to anyone starting their lessons soon.
Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing instructor and has helped me so much driving and my confidence, very professional, highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Andy is an amazing instructor! He really helped with my confidence I never thought I’d pass before I had lessons with him! Recommend highly
Fantastic experience: Really great instructor, very patient and understanding. Couldn’t recommend enough!!!
Fantastic experience: Andy was great, got me through my test first time! Patient, very personable and a great teacher. Couldn’t recommend him enough. I’ll actually miss my lessons with him!
Fantastic experience: Andy was an absolutely amazing instructor! He was so patient and calm with me as I was a very nervous learner. He was also such a genuine and amiable person. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to learn to drive.
Fantastic experience: Andy was absolutely amazing I was very nervous and have also had previous instructors that didn't go so well and always felt it was me I just couldn't drive but found Andy and my confidence grew very quickly and I passed 1st time he is so patient and easy going best instructor ever! Thank you Andy
Fantastic experience: Excellent driving instructor and very helpful and got me though my practical driving tests first try.
Fantastic experience: I was really impressed with Andy’s teaching technique, patience and professional yet friendly approach. Andy took me through my very nervy early days of driving to feeling completely confident and competent and without ever really feeling like I was having to try too hard. My progress was natural and gradual and resulted in a first time pass - the best result possible! Andy will always do what he can to accommodate your schedule despite how busy he’s been and is always communicative. I always felt calm when driving despite being a rather nervy person and that was due to his relaxed disposition. Thanks again Andy!
Fantastic experience: Great instructor who is very patient and helped me pass my test first time. Would highly recommend
Fantastic experience: Couldn’t recommend Andy enough. He’s everything you need in a driving instructor; great teacher, supportive, patient and a good laugh. He was able to get my confidence and ability up in no time. I’ve had a few instructors before and Andy is by far the best, he really goes the extra mile. Thank you Andy!!!
Fantastic experience: Andy is a BRILLIANT driving instructor! He always believed in me, always reassured me and always made me feel calm and relaxed throughout my lessons. Andy is very down to earth, friendly and patient. Because of Andy’s teaching I passed with zero minors! Thank you for everything Andy!
Fantastic experience: Learning with Andy was really fun and has a very positive way when teaching. Constructive feedback allowed me to improve on my driving and we managed to go over any specific aspects, such as manoeuvres, when I felt that they needed more work. Brilliant teacher, would highly recommend.
Thankyou AJ :)
Fantastic experience: Brilliant instructor! Really encouraging and supportive, passed first time with him and only got 2 minors! THANK YOU ANDY! ☺️
Fantastic experience: V friendly and patient instructor, would recommend!!
Fantastic experience: Andy is super calm and patient, tailors everything to help you build confidence in all areas of driving, and is flexible to personal circumstance. I would absolutely recommend Andy to anyone looking to drive
Fantastic experience: Brilliant attention to detail, helped define and nail the necessary skills in good time. Nice bloke, really easy to get on with :)
Fantastic experience: Brilliant instructor, had no issues organising lessons and dates, constant communication and help with any issues, dates for tests, etc. Regular texts with updates on information from government for testing, especially during a pandemic, no issues getting ready for my test and extremely fair with prices and lessons. Past 1st time with no issues, felt confident in all lessons, always a positive environment. 100% would recommend Andy
Fantastic experience: Great instructor! Calm, understanding and thorough. Highly recommend! Has an arsenal of dad jokes!
Fantastic experience: Amazing driving instructor
Fantastic experience: Couldn’t recommend Andy Woodgate more! Turned me from a nervous driver into a confident one and believed in me when I didn’t believe in myself. So friendly and patient whilst still being very professional. Taught me everything I needed to know and I can’t thank him enough!
Fantastic experience: Amazing Driving instructor, really patient. Would 100% recommend
Fantastic experience: Passed me first time, absolute legend. He's professional and down to earth. He can read how you drive to improve and his teaching style is relaxed, but to the point. Really enjoyed lessons with him and I'm sad I won't have anymore. Cheers Andy
Fantastic experience: Thank you Andy woodgate for teaching my son to drive and getting him through his test. Both my children learnt and passed their test with you. You are a good driving instructor and a lovely man. I highly recommend you Thanks again
Fantastic experience: Affordable, professional and relaxed. All his lessons were enjoyable and his optimistic attitude is exactly what you want in a driving instructor. Would 100% recommend him to anyone wanting to learn to drive.
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