
Driving Lessons Tameside- with Carl

Information about Driving Lessons Tameside- with Carl
M34 7AX, Manchester
Opening hours
driving lessons/ free theory test practice/ free lesson handouts
Our comment from DrivingSchoolsTOP.co.uk about Driving Lessons Tameside- with Carl:
Driving Lessons Tameside- with Carl is a highly recommended driving school in the UK, known for its exceptional teaching methods and supportive environment. Many students have praised Carl for being incredibly patient, calm, and friendly, which helps to ease the nerves of new drivers. Clients have reported that lessons are enjoyable and tailored to individual needs, often highlighting Carl's ability to build confidence and make driving accessible.
Here are some key points that stand out from user reviews:
- Most students feel comfortable and at ease during their lessons, allowing for a more effective learning experience.
- Carl has helped numerous students pass their driving tests on the first attempt, often with little to no minor faults.
- Many reviews commend his professionalism and communication skills, despite a few mentions of miscommunication in specific instances.
- Students appreciate his flexibility and commitment to fitting lessons around their schedules.
- He provides detailed feedback that aids in improving driving skills, which greatly benefits students who may struggle with anxiety.
While there are some negative reviews regarding communication issues after cancellations, the overwhelming consensus highlights Carl's dedication to his students' success. Overall, Driving Lessons Tameside- with Carl stands out as a premier choice for anyone looking to learn how to drive in a supportive and friendly environment.
Driving Lessons Tameside- with Carl: Reviews
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend booking lessons with Carl. I'm about 6 lessons in and I have learnt quite alot already. He is Patient and encouraging.
Negative experience: Do not book with this instructor. I have always been punctual to my lessons, communicated well and consistent with my payments. However, I recently had to cancel one time because I vomited 10 mins prior to our lesson starting so I had to cancel immediately and apologised for the last minute inconvenience. This instructor completely blanked me after that and stopped communicating with me. I waited a week and called from a number to find out he wanted to end our service. I did not appreciate the immediate ghosting he could have just messaged me that he wanted to end our service instead of being a child and ignoring me. People think he is friendly and lovely until you find out his true colours. He speculated I was lying about being sick and thought it was a money issue, which is ridiculous because I have always been consistent with my payments, I don’t appreciate that he speculates instead of communicating, he needs to work on his people skills. He immediately stops lessons with you if you are sick and have to cancel on only one occasion. I find it very hypocritical that he can cancel lessons several times because of his health issues but his students are not allowed to? I think he doesn’t realise that other people can also be sick not just him. He has poor communication, lack of professionalism and understanding, basically dehumanises his students because there are other reviews where he has done the same thing to other students, I also believe he is not medically fit himself for this job because he cancels a lot of his lessons due to his illnesses.
Fantastic experience: I Highly recommend Carl for lessons, professional and helps you feel relaxed and explains things so they're easy to understand, top bloke , 5*
Fantastic experience: Passed an extended test 1st time today thanks to carl. Great teacher, has lots of knowledge. He managed to squeeze me in for my last few lessons when my last instructor let me down. I defo couldnt have passed without carl he was realiable and patient, learning to drive was easy with him and a great laugh. Hes worth the wait wouldnt go anywhere else.
Negative experience: Really nice driving instructor, however I had cancelled my lesson due to being poorly as well as hungover due to a work-do that I informed Carl of (had rescheduled and ended up cancelling due to this as I didn’t want to drive with alcohol in my system) and he’s completely ghosted. I can’t get contact and realised he’s blocked me after 1 cancellation. Like I said, nice instructor and was very optimistic and wanted to reschedule and apologise on the phone. I’m completely blocked. Very upsetting. 2 star because he’s lovely
Fantastic experience: Passed my test on 1st attempt with zero minors with Carl. Can't recommend him enough, truly the best instructor here. Very calm and patient and helped me feel a lot more confident from day 1 all the way to handling test day nerves. The lessons were great, lots of practice especially with manoeuvres I struggled with. I enjoyed my lessons a lot, he's very kind and easy to talk to. Thank you Carl, couldn't have it without you! Would highly recommend to anyone looking to learn how to drive.
Fantastic experience: I passed my test today with Carl and can’t thank him enough for the help he has given me with driving. He made me feel comfortable from the first lesson and kept me at ease throughout all of them. I can’t recommend him enough as a driving instructor really patient and kind!! Definitely book lessons with Carl :)
Fantastic experience: Passed my test last week after some lessons with Carl. He was amazing helping me with my nerves and building my confidence, such a kind friendly guy! Couldn’t recommend enough! Thank you again Carl
Fantastic experience: Changed instructor to carl my nerves had gone instantly, I learned so much more from him in just a few lessons!! Always looking forward to my lessons now, and he's a great guy , he's calm funny and understanding.
Fantastic experience: Passed my 1st driving test with Carl today. Very nice and patient instructor, made me feel comfortable and clam my nerves while learning. Can’t thank Carl enough, best instructor to recommend in this area!
Fantastic experience: Carl is the best instructor out there, he has great attitude towards beginners, is very patient and polite and will prepare you to pass your test at first attempt as he did with me. Worth all the money!
Fantastic experience: Passed my driving test today 2nd time round. Can’t thank Carl enough for all the help he has given me made it feel so easy and simple thanks again rate highly.
Fantastic experience: he is the most amazing instructor I know, he is very friendly and a really nice person
Fantastic experience: I can't say enough good things about Carl. Passed my test first time after my lessons with him. Excelant instructor with tons of patience, reliable and calm - on top of all of that he is a great laugh too. You won't find a better driving instructor.
Fantastic experience: Great instructor! I passed first time and Carl made me feel at ease and taught me everything I needed to know
Fantastic experience: My son had lessons with Carl. Passed first time. Carl goes above and beyond and would highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Excellent driving instructor, very patient, supportive and knowledgeable. Can’t thank him enough for helping me gain confidence on the road and pass my test first time!
Negative experience: Failed my test with Carl. Fair enough, it was my first time. I thought I'd brush myself off, and work hard to pass next time. However, a week later, I received belittling texts from Carl about failing my test – sent to me completely out of the blue! Very strange behaviour; I suggest working on your people skills. Avoid.
Fantastic experience: Passed today with this Excellent driving instructor very calm , patient and switched on always makes you feel comfortable If your nevous at the start youll be confident in no time with carl teaching great bloke to talk to as well its been a pleasure learning from him
Fantastic experience: Great Instructor, always nice and learned a lot. Felt at ease as he always calm and would definitely recommend.
Fantastic experience: I had been learning to drive with Carl since before the pandemic and he is definitely the reason I passed 1st time. He always made time when I needed lessons when I came home from uni and was really patient when I made mistakes. He also ensures you are ready for your test by making you a priority and working longer hours to make sure you have as many lessons as you feel you need before your test date. I would definitely recommend Carl for anyone looking for driving lessons around Tameside.
Fantastic experience: I passed first time with Carl, the best driving instructor Manchester, I previously had 2 driving instructors before I came to Carl I had an bad experience with on of them and when I came to Carl I was a bag of nerves, Carl made me feel comfortable and at ease every time I got behind the wheel. He was reliable and always early for my lessons. I would recommend Carl to anyone he is the best!
Fantastic experience: Couldn't ask for a better driving tutor, really helped me gain my confidence on the road and very helpful on the morning of the test date and I passed first time!! 10/10 would recommend
Fantastic experience: Carl is an amazing instructor, he has so much patience . I was a very very nervous pupil , he got me through it all and I passed 1st time. I highly recommend him, cannot fault him, thank you Carl.
Fantastic experience: Amazing teacher for my daughter, flexible to her student needs, reliable, and trustworthy. Always put her at ease and addressed her list of concerns on driving I.e. drive thru - passed first time !!! Thanks Carl you have been amazing
Thanks Paula, she's been amazing , a pleasure to teach
Fantastic experience: I have recently read a review online criticising Carl's teaching methods and the nature of the review format not being "fit for purpose" because they are "years old". I need to make it clear that these comments are a few years old yes because the success of this driving school has been long running with many successful and happy clients over the years. Whoever comments negatively of this driving school with short, ill-intended comments have no clear experience with the instructor and is simply out to throw dirt in his name due to his personal success with his job and the fact that he is able to build a brilliant relationship with his learners on the path to progress of success in their driving. I urgently advise anyone upon reading such reviews to simply not be deterred but understand that there is a high level of competition within this field just like with any other occupation and certain ill-intended comments are simply placed to purposefully attack the teacher and his methods usually due to obvious reasons such as jealousy and envy. Ultimately it is your decision on how you perceive this driving school based upon the comments but I hope you can decern the comments that are negative with names that sound almost made up, are not genuine or authentic backed up by real experiences but simply produced out of spite. I can personally, just like so many others state confidently that you will not get a better driving instructor in the tameside/stockport area than Carl and I highly recommend him to anyone whether you are a beginner or not, young or a more mature driver.
Fantastic experience: Can’t fault, excellent, highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic driving instructor very positive and helpful
Fantastic experience: Carl is such an excellent driving instructor, very down to earth and makes you feel at ease whilst driving. I loved the driving lessons, can’t recommend him enough!!
Fantastic experience: Brilliant teacher!! Very patient and helpful, would definitely recommend :)
Fantastic experience: Great Instructer would recommend as he helped me a lot
Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing instructor. Very reliable and patient. Recommended to anyone who would like to start driving
Fantastic experience: I passed first time with Carl, he is the best instructor!! Carl managed to fit me in before my test as my old instructor cancelled when I got a test date. He is amazing at what he does, you wont find an instructor like him, Carl makes you feel very comfortable and very reassuring, as I struggled abit with confidence. Thank you so much Carl. I couldn't recommend anyone better!
Fantastic experience: The Best Instructor! Carl is an excellent instructor. He explained the skills required in a clear and easy-to-understand manner. His teaching aids for car placement and positioning are very useful, especially in learning how to perform the skills safely yet efficiently. He was patient, friendly, and professional. I highly recommend him. I pass my test today :) Thank you Carl!
Fantastic experience: So happy with carl I chose him for my son he gave him so much confidence after having a bad time with a previous instructor. Carl is so patient and kind and built his confidence up so well my son passed with carl this week after 8 months of driving with him definitely recommended carl he is such a nice man so happy I found carl
Fantastic experience: Wow this driving instructor is amazing So calm and patient with me. Was the most nervous panicking driver ever before I went with Carl. I passed with Carl first time was a great journey, so down to earth and a likeable guy. Please if you struggle with confidence or nerves take your lessons with Carl. He'll put so much effort in with you to get you on the road. What an amazing man
Fantastic experience: Carl is an AMAZING instructor and I am so glad to have had him teach me. He is really patient and really helpful. He is always on time and is really professional. I totally recommend him to anyone looking for an instructor.
Fantastic experience: Carl is a fantastic instructor, friendly, calming and thorough. Having struggled in the past with my nerves Carl gave me the confidence I needed to pass my test and improve myself as a driver. I now feel confident enough to begin my journey as an independent driver. Carl gives great feedback, helping to make improvenents and corrections in your weakest areas. His advice has been incredibly valuable in working to iron out my problemed areas I cannot recommend him enough for anyone learning to drive in the area.
Fantastic experience: Just passed my test with Carl . Carl is a legend. He is experienced, patient, friendly, a good teacher, reliable, calm and laid-back, with a good sense of humour.
Fantastic experience: I passed my driving test first time with Carl. After having multiple instructors, I finally found someone who was encouraging, patient and great at his job! He puts you at ease and genuinely wants you to do well. I would highly recommend him to any new learners.
Fantastic experience: I have been looking for a good driving instructor around my area for so long and even tried others for some time but none have matched the standard of Carl. I felt extremely comfortable throughout my time learning with him and felt confident after just a couple of lessons. I cannot recommend him more to learners. He gets straight on with the practical and doesn't waste much time which made the lesson feel much longer. Carl is for sure the best driving instructor around the tameside area and I am grateful for my experience learning to drive with him. Thank you, Carl!
Fantastic experience: I passed ! One of the best driving instructors out there. Carl made me feel very comfortable with driving when I had really bad anxiety about driving and never thought I'd pass. He is super patient and lets you go at your own speed. Great from start to finish.
Fantastic experience: I would recommend Carl to anyone. From my very first lesson he made me feel really comfortable despite me having social anxiety. He would always remind me of my driving ability which helped me so much with my confidence. I couldn't of asked for a better person to do my lessons with. Thank you so much Carl - 10* from me!
Fantastic experience: Great driving instructor! Passed first time. Carl was patient and reliable.
Fantastic experience: Posting on behalf of my daughter Chloe L. Chloe: I would definitely recommend Carl he's been amazing, he is a brilliant instructor and he is a really nice man. He's so easy to get on with and has made my lessons so comfortable. He has helped me gain confidence and I am delighted to say that I passed my driving test today - first time. Thanks for everything Carl I couldn't have done it without you. Chloe x
Fantastic experience: Carl's a brilliant guy, gets you test ready with no stress and he's so down to earth. Enjoyed all the chats we had all while being incredibly informative.
Fantastic experience: I changed to Carl just over a month before my driving test and he helped to build up my confidence and made sure that I felt ready for my test. Really easy to get on with and felt relaxed during the lessons. Would highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: awsome experience doing driving lessons with Carl - helped me pass first time!!! he's a real easy guy to get on with and made my lessons feel easy and comfortable - if your new to driving or just getting back into it before your test i advise you choose him!!!
Fantastic experience: After multiple test cancellations I finally passed, couldn’t have done it without Carl. Such a sound guy knows all the tricks of the trade and makes driving so easy to understand. No stress just driving and a friendly catch up. Cheers Carl!
Fantastic experience: I passed my test today and would definitely recommend learning with Carl. I was a nervous driver and had previously had a different instructor. Carl helped me to grow in confidence and I now really enjoy driving. I have recommended Carl to numerous people and will continue to do so. He is always professional and personable and really helped to fit my lessons around my work schedule. Thank you Carl.
Fantastic experience: I Past my driving test today 6/05/21, Would like to say carl is a Nice friendly guy, puts your mind at ease, extremely excellent instructor, had a funny enjoyable experience & helps you build the confidence to succeed thanks for everything carl your a star, I would recommend you to anyone.
Fantastic experience: Really great experience- passed first time today with Carl brilliant instructor, puts you at ease and very professional, you are such a nice person and have plenty of time and patience for people, highly recommend Carl for your driving lessons- thank you Carl - Gareth.
Thank you so much, it was a pleasure helping you and seeing how happy you were when passing makes my job rewarding
Fantastic experience: Carl is an amazing instructor. He explains everything as simple as he can, and is very patient at all times. I would definitely recommend Carl to everyone.
Fantastic experience: I would definitely recommend Carl for a driving instructor. Passed my test first time and whilst doing my lessons I felt confident and safe as he makes you believe that you can do it.
Fantastic experience: Just passed my test with Carl with 3 minors, fantastic driving instructor and I would highly recommend him to anyone!
Thanks for the feedback . Stay safe and good good luck for the future
Fantastic experience: Brilliant instructor makes you feel welcome! He’s calm and patient and I would recommend him to anyone that is starting driving lessons I have had previous driving instructors and I can say carl is the best instructor I’ve had by far!!
Fantastic experience: Excellent driving instructor! Very patient and professional. He has never cancelled a lesson on me and always makes time for you. I couldn't have asked for a better instructor, I would recommend to anyone. He's the best in Tameside!
Fantastic experience: What can I say. At 33 years of age It was time to drive and the best thing I ever did was find Carl. He was a pleasure to learn from and we have become great friends. Today I have passed and regard myself as an excellent driver through his tuition. Thank you for everything Carl.
Fantastic experience: Just passed my test first time with Carl as my instructor and I cannot thank him enough. The support and reassurance throughout has been brilliant! I would highly recommend using Carl if you are considering your lessons, you will not be disappointed. I am now so calm and confident whilst driving which is a situation I could not think possible when I first began, I would not have this ability without such a great instructor. Thanks again Carl I couldn't have done it without you, literally.
Fantastic experience: I couldn’t have asked for more of a friendly, supportive and encouraging instructor. Carl has always been calm and helpful throughout my lessons, bearing with me whilst I learned whilst continuing to push me every week, leaving me confident and excited to take on the roads! I can’t thank him enough :)
Fantastic experience: My son passed his practical this morning first time with no minors! We cannot recommend Carl highly enough. He is reliable, friendly and most of all patient. Carl replied to my queries very quickly and found a regular slot which fit around college work. You will not find a better driving instructor.
Fantastic experience: Brilliant teacher, would recommend!
Fantastic experience: Carl is amazing!! Had 14 lessons and passed first time, I always felt safe in the car and picked things up quickly!!
Thank you Chelsea, been a pleasure, stay safe
Fantastic experience: Carl is a good driving instructor I would highly recommend ,he was very patient thank you for all your help
Fantastic experience: Carl was by far the best instructor I have ever had. I had a few before Carl but I couldn't master the clutch and had problems finding the biting point however Carl being the teacher he is, adapted the way he taught to a way I understood and I can not thank him enough. I highly recommend Carl. Thank you.
Fantastic experience: Thank you for everything. Charlotte couldn't have passed without your help and guidance.
Fantastic experience: Great,Carismatic,Friendly,Reliable,instructor,
Fantastic experience: Carl is absolutely superb! He was very patient with me and always helped me understand by simplifying everything and breaking it down. I passed and I couldn't be happier and its all down to Carl's teaching. I would highly recommend him to everyone.
Fantastic experience: Excellent professional driving instructor youd be a fool not to use Carl top bloke highly recommend good prices too
Fantastic experience: Can't say enough about Carl an excellent Instructor .The best in the area thanks for everything
Fantastic experience: Such an amazing Driving Instructor would recommend to anyone.
Fantastic experience: Carl was an amazing instructor & really made you feel at ease all the time, even when you slipped up a bit. He's very calm & patient which really helps keep your nerves steady. I couldn't rate him enough & would recommend him to anyone wanting to learn how to drive
Fantastic experience: Carl is a great instructor I’m glad I had him to teach me to drive and get me passed. He is very calm and very clear when he is teaching you and helped me stay calm when I made a mistake. Very friendly and supportive person I would recommend him to anyone who wants to learn to drive.
Fantastic experience: Amazing driving instructor Carl .. I am one annoying person and he put up with me for a while.. always encouraged me more when I felt down and helped push me when needing to.. I recommend Carl to all my friends and family because he is trustworthy and a very good friend now. He won't let you down and he helped me pass first time :) thanks carl
Fantastic experience: Passed my test today with Carl. Would highly recommend. Very down to earth and makes you feel at ease. Learning to drive is no easy task, but having an instructor like Carl makes it a more enjoyable experience. Thanks again
Fantastic experience: Brilliant driving instructor, builds confidence in even the most nervous driver. He has endless patience and a great sense of humour, couldn’t recommend more highly.
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