The Learner Center - (Automatic Driving Lessons in Hackney, Islington & Haringey, North London)

Fantastic experience: Mohammed was a fantastic instructor with great attention to detail. Highly recommend for all those looking to learn in an automatic.

Fantastic experience: Mohammed was the best instructor. He is patient and he clearly cares about your development. I loved his style - he is thorough, honest and knows when to push you, but equally you always feel safe and supported by him. He is an expert on all of the local test centres and routes, you’re in the best hands. I would recommend him in a heartbeat to anyone. Passed the first time!

Fantastic experience: Passed my test in a week with Mohammed. He’s a brilliant instructor. Very patient and knowledgeable person to have teaching you. I will definitely recommend him.

Fantastic experience: Mohammed is a fantastic instructor with a great deal of experience and knowledge. I was able to pass my test first time with him. I found him to be a very professional, calm and personable. He is also very organised and punctual. I really appreciated how he put me at ease and how adept he was at helping me to develop my road awareness and confidence. I would highly recommend! Thanks Mohammed for all the brilliant lessons and helping me to get my license!

Fantastic experience: I passed my driving test first time with only 2 minors, thanks to Mohammed's instruction and I’m over the moon! He’s the fourth instructor I’ve had, and easily the most patient, and was able to quell my nerves whilst building my confidence. He’s calm, organized, and communicates clearly and efficiently. He goes the extra mile, providing YouTube videos, tips, key info, and friendly reminders to ensure you're well-prepared for each lesson and the test. He does become stricter as you gain skills to help you avoid mistakes which can be an adjustment, but this approach ultimately does it’s job ensuring you're test-ready, sharp and poised for the win. Definitely a positive experience and I have recommended Mohammed to friends.

Fantastic experience: Ultimately, Mohammed gets five stars because he helped me pass my test first time, which is exactly what I wanted. Mohammed teaches you to drive like a music instructor teaches an instrument – he has an emphasis on not just knowing how to drive, but knowing how to properly utilise an eletric vehicle. He strives to make you a better driver beyond just knowing what is needed to pass the test. The task is to learn how to drive and be confident in doing so, and that is the the sole focus and goal of each lesson. He may be harsh at times, but it's with good intentions.

Fantastic experience: Mo is a kind, confidence building instructor. He quickly identifies strengths and areas of focus and tailors instruction based on learning style, attitude and time needed for the student. I really appreciated his openness and preparedness before and during each of our lessons.

Negative experience: Initially, my experience with Mohammed was fantastic. He seemed patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping me become a confident driver. I was excited about my lessons and felt I was making great progress. Unfortunately, everything changed after a bizarre and uncomfortable request.Before a planned holiday, Mohammed asked me to bring back some gold from my trip. I was taken aback by the request, as it felt inappropriate and unprofessional. I politely declined, explaining that I wasn't comfortable with the idea.From that point on, Mohammed's attitude towards me changed dramatically. He became distant, unresponsive, and increasingly difficult to deal with. He started canceling lessons at the last minute, often without any notice or explanation. When I did manage to book a lesson, he was visibly uninterested and disengaged.The quality of instruction plummeted. Mohammed no longer provided helpful feedback and seemed more focused on making me feel inadequate than on teaching me to drive. He even went as far as to refuse to book my driving test, citing flimsy excuses and unnecessary delays.What began as a promising learning experience turned into a frustrating and disappointing ordeal. It became clear that Mohammed allowed personal grievances to interfere with his professional responsibilities, which is entirely unacceptable.I would not recommend Mohammed to anyone. The lack of professionalism and the drastic shift in behavior after I refused an inappropriate favor made it impossible to continue learning in a supportive and effective environment. Save yourself the trouble and find an instructor who respects boundaries and maintains professional integrity.

Fantastic experience: Passed my driving test on the first try with Mohammed as my instructor! Mohammed is an extremely thorough driving instructor and taught me easy tips and techniques for all the maneuvers and routes on the test, as well as how to be an all around safe driver. Coming from California I was nervous to drive in London, but Mohammed put me at ease and taught me to control my nerves when driving. His style of teaching is strict but effective and constructive as he makes sure you understand why you are driving in a certain way and when you’ve made an error. Would highly recommend him as a driving instructor to anyone looking to learn to drive automatic, international drivers or looking to pass their driving test.

Fantastic experience: Mohammed is a great instructor. Very patient and calm. Takes the time to explain things thoroughly to make sure you really understand what’s going on. Would highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Mohammed is a strict but fair instructor, lots of attention to detail to ensure I keep to a good driving habits which definitely help me passed the driving test. Very happy to recommend his service

Fantastic experience: Mohamed is a fantastic teacher - I was really nervous to try and learn to drive again but I'm glad to have finally done it. I passed first time! Mohamed has high standards, so be wary that you may actually be test ready before he says so (which isn't a bad thing!). There is a charge for hiring his car for the driving test, and be prepared to schedule in more lessons ahead of your test and get them booked in. General driving advice - I recommend you take your theory test before scheduling in any lessons. Then get your test booked ASAP, there's a major backlog for driving tests i.e. when I looked in June 23, I was only able to get a test Mar 24 so it meant I had to space out my lessons.

Fantastic experience: Happy to say I just passed first time with Mohammed after believing I’d never be able to drive! He’s a great teacher, extremely thorough and methodical. He prepares you for everything you could encounter in your test and really wants you to become the best driver you can be. Very grateful for his lessons.

Fantastic experience: Mohammed is a great teacher! He explains everything very clearly and I felt calm while driving. After 6 lessons I can drive freely around the London. Thank you!

Fantastic experience: Mohammed is a brilliant teacher - reassuring, patient but firm. Not only does he teach you how to drive, he also makes sure you understand why you do things a certain way and the rules of the road. I was with another instructor before and just didn’t make the progress I needed to. I started wondering if I would ever learn - but Mohammed made it (relatively!) easy…! Thank you!

Fantastic experience: I am panicky and distressed easily, apart from learning how to drive he helped me to build up my confidence and keep calm in the traffic. I passed my test at first time

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend - had a great experience with Mohammed! Throughout the lessons I felt that he genuinely wanted me not just to pass but overall become a good driver. Thanks a lot, Mohammed!

Fantastic experience: GO AROUND IT! Without any doubt, Mohamed is the best instructor that I have ever come across. Thank you for everything. Without you, it would have been impossible to pass my first ever practical test!

Fantastic experience: Mohammed is a great teacher. He is calm, patient and thorough. Not only do you learn loads in each lesson, but he regularly sends you helpful and informative videos and driving resources. Driving didn’t come to naturally to me, but thanks to Mohammed, I have now passed my test and feel confident on the roads.

Fantastic experience: Thank you for the great learning experience! Mohammed is patient, methodic and always makes sure you understand the lessons. On top of practice, he made use of a lot of extra material - videos, drawings, links… Each lesson also had a purpose - I could feel the gradual progression while not being overwhelmed. Thanks to Mohammed I’ve passed my test from the first go. Feel confident to start my independent driving now, as long as I don’t encounter too many buses

Fantastic experience: Not only is Mohammed a knowledgeable instructor but also a unique teacher. Mohammed will correct, prepare and strengthen you to the point that I passed first time. He has extensive knowledge on driving compared to previous instructors I’ve had. He will not only teach you how to drive but to understand why certain driving techniques are done. A real teacher. I confidently recommend.

Fantastic experience: I passed first time learning with Mohammed (from complete scratch)! He is very good teacher and has many many tips, tricks and techniques for making every part of driving (such as reverse parking manoeuvres etc.) easier. The pricing is all very transparent on his website. I would recommend him to anyone looking to learn automatic! (and would recommend learning automatic in this day and age!)

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Mohammed if you're looking for an instructor to help you pass your (automatic) driving test! I was terrified of driving and dreaded having to learn, but Mohammed was very patient and a great teacher, and encourages you to become a well rounded driver (not just nailing the test). I'm very grateful for all his help :)

Fantastic experience: Have to say thank you so much Mo for having patience with me and teaching me to drive. It was a journey, and I really appreciate the work you put in to get me tests at the right place. Mo is super through and has a really great teaching style (coming from a teacher ☺️). Thank you, really appreciate it!

Fantastic experience: I had a lovely experience with the Learner Center and Mohammed and passed first time. The lessons are far harder than the exam in order to help you prepare for every possible outcome. I would recommend Mohammed as an instructor to anyone looking to drive and pass in automatic!

Fantastic experience: Mohamed is an incredible instructor. He has significantly improved my driving and has developed my driving skills and confidence. He has great patience and teaches you according to your skills with a range if methods. Would highly recommend!!

Fantastic experience: Mohammed is an incredible driving instructor. His patient and calm approach helped me build confidence behind the wheel. With his expert guidance, I passed my driving test on the first attempt. Mohammed's ability to simplify complex concepts and his attention to detail were invaluable. I am grateful for his dedication and highly recommend him to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and supportive driving instructor. :)

Negative experience: Personally I’m shocked that I’m actually writing this review. One of the reasons I approached Mohammed was his nearly flawless rating. For a 41 a-year old woman my experience was completely contradictory. I ask you what are your expectations and aspiration for 2-hour driving lesson at £75? This is what you get. Unhappy, grumpy, impatient angry instructor that brings his personal issues to your lessons and treat you like his personal punch bag. It will be like he is the customer and not you. Don’t expect any sort of customer care that comes automatically when you buy a service of someone. Unprofessionalism is what you get instead. I wouldn’t last in my job for 5 minutes sorry not even 1 minute, if I behaved as he did. He doesn’t know how to talk. He doesn’t stay calm. He gets stressed easily while you are already in stressful situations and doing your best. Driving in London is aggressive. He should learn not to add extra stresses and pressures to it. When you challenge him he would excuse his poor behaviour with something like this: “You know better than your instructor. “ No, I don’t. That is why I pay for your services which should be executed in a professional manner, at the very least. However he gets away with it because you need to pass you test and get your driving licence. Yesterday 06/05/23, after parting with £1,950, I finally had enough and asked him to stop the lesson mid-way. He refused to refund me the £32.5 and blamed it all on me - the learner driver. Think twice before giving him your custom. If you can’t, call him immediately on his behaviour and set boundaries. Don’t put up with this sort of behaviour for so long as I did. There is plenty of fish in a sea. Learning to drive should be fun and enjoyable experience.

Fantastic experience: A good instructor - knows the roads well. I had a instructor before and he wasn’t giving me specific feedback and telling me how to properly deal with tricky situations but Mohammed was very clear with his advice and feedback every session.

Fantastic experience: Would definitely recommend Mohamed passed first time. It got really intense close to my test date but on the day of my test it was so much easier. Would not recommend anyone else but him.

Fantastic experience: I 100% recommend driving lessons with Mohamed!! He is patient before anything else and tries to understand your thought process so that he can fix and clear any doubts you may have. Closer to my driving test, lessons became more intense and he became stricter, but this all made me become confident and ready to take on any situation that could arise. Thanks to his guidance and encouragement, I passed my driving test with flying colors and feel confident in my ability to drive safely! Thank you once again

Fantastic experience: Mohamed is an amazing driving instructor he allows you to feel very comfortable when you are doing your lessons he works very well with you and he is very supportive and gives you that confidence in order to pass.I passed by listening and talking on board what he teaches.If you make a mistake he will just go over the mistake instead of getting annoyed.I would recommend him to anyone as you are guarantee to learn a lot and pass.

Fantastic experience: My experience with Mohammed was amazing! He is friendly but he became very strict towards my test which i preferred it as it taught me how to be precise and better. He encouraged me so much and he is honestly the best driving instructor ever! Thank you so much sir. Make sure you book him guys! I would definitely recommend him over and over again!!!

Fantastic experience: Mohammed was the best driving instructor I could have asked for, reliable, calm and encouraging - I will genuinely miss my lessons with him

Fantastic experience: I cannot recommend Mohammed highly enough. He is professional , highly skilled & very reliable! I’m now looking forward to taking my Pass Plus with him . If you’re looking for an instructor and reading this review , Mohammed is your man .

Fantastic experience: Mohammed is a great instructor, he explains everything really clearly, the pictures and videos he sends are also really helpful. He is calm and friendly so you feel comfortable quickly. I’m looking forward to doing pass plus to better my skills. Thanks!

Fantastic experience: I couldn’t be happier with the lessons provided by Mohammed. He is a calm and patient instructor, always provide useful feedback and support. With all the additional training videos provided (filmed from his car, with real situations on the exam routes) I was able to familiarize myself better with the roads around my test center. These videos are so helpful to study in between lessons. Also, the car you’ll learn to drive in is very modern and clean, I just really loved it. Thanks so much Mohammed, wouldn’t have done it without you!

Fantastic experience: Mohamed is a great teacher with calm and clear instructions which helped me pass first time. I will use Mohamed for pass plus to further my driving skills.

Fantastic experience: Thanks for Mohammad I passed my first test after doing the driving lessons with him , the professional way how he learned me gave me the confidence that I was sure I'll pass it Thanks again

Fantastic experience: Was nervous in the beginning but as time went on I got better and better Mohammed was a great instructor taught me very well and prepared me in advance for the test which I passed first time. Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: I passed my driving test on 19 August 2022. This was only made possible through the help of Mohammed who is an excellent instructor. I was clueless about driving at the onset but Mohammed guided me step by step until I passed my driving test. Your pass is guaranteed if it is with Mohammed.

Fantastic experience: After failing the test with the first instructor (after 50 hours of lessons and being confident that I could drive), I decided to change everything and met Mohammed. From the first lesson with him, I realized how much I was mistaken about the driving process itself, about how an instructor should teach and what I should expect from him, about what to think about and how to make decisions. I was especially impressed that the analysis of each road situation is very detailed (we can immediately watch the video from the cameras, we can simulate the situation in the application on the tablet and literally study everything on our fingers). Each questionable situation is repeated in detail, reproduced and trained. Mohammed does not teach mechanical skills, but lays a solid foundation in the head, on the basis of which fear and panic gradually disappear, because more and more often you KNOW how to act and react. Mohammed prepares not only for "a driving test", but for the release of a new person on the road and sincerely wants this person to behave reasonably. Thank you for your professionalism, for your consistency, for your patience and for your truly extensive knowledge and understanding, Mohammed! I am very lucky to have met you and I really appreciate everything I could learn from you!

Fantastic experience: Nothing but 5 stars for Mo. An excellent teacher which in turn makes him an excellent driving instructor. After many instructors over the years ,who quite frankly just wanted to take my money and not get me to test standard i had enough. I turned to Mo for my last attempt to learn how to drive, Mo was different from the offset, he had a teacher style to him, reinforcing the need to understand why you are doing something, road markings and layouts, which no other instructor has bothered to do, he made everything clearer and boosted my confidence. I was also very nervous about roundabouts, Mo's technique made roundabouts my favourite part of driving. If you're looking for a good teacher who will make you a good driver. Mo's the man for the job!

Fantastic experience: Mohammed is a professional (stricked), experienced, and understanding driving instructor. Mohammed provided me the confidence and focused on developing my skills that I needed to pass the test and get my driver’s license. Thank you Mo! First time Pass with Mo

Positive experience: Great driving lessons, learnt all the skills i needed to help me pass first time :) Would recommend to everybody

Fantastic experience: Outstanding quality of driving lessons! I passed first time. Would highly recommend

Fantastic experience: Passed my test today 1st time all thanks to Mohammed. He’s very supportive and motivating and explains everything. He’s very patient and prepares you well, teaching you skills and knowledge not only for the test but after you pass. He puts you at ease and is very funny too which makes you comfortable during lessons. The Best driving instructor. Thank you Mohammed.

Fantastic experience: I had a one-day intensive course with Mohammed. It was the first time I'd sat behind a wheel after passing my test nine years ago. He was a fantastic instructor - clear and patient and with a great way of teaching the important bits about safe and effective driving. I also really enjoyed experiencing an automatic, fully electric car. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him and am looking forward to putting what I learned into practice.

Fantastic experience: I did a refresher lesson with Mohammed and he was great. His responses were speedy, he was able to fit me in at the last minute, he was super professional and polite, and made me feel completely comfortable and relaxed on the lesson, he's got a great way of explaining things and would highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Mohammed is a very patient instructor with a warm aura and made me feel comfortable when I am driving. Although I felt nervous about driving at first, Mohammed is always there to reassure me and gives me confidence in what I am doing. Mohammed always remains professional and will make jokes with you to make you feel relaxed. He is a good motivator and his communication skills were excellent the whole time. He adapts his teaching skills to what suits you and what you feel confident and comfortable with. In addition, I have to point out he is polite and trustable. I am very happy I have Mohammed as my driving instructor. Best instructor ever. I highly recommend Mohammed to my family and friends. I pass my driving test first time. If you’re looking for a driving instructor, Mohammed is your man!!!

Negative experience: Time waster! Took me on for one lesson and didn’t arrange for the next, even though I kept texting/ calling! He kept ignoring me and hasn’t replied in weeks now! Finally found a reliable instructor but it took weeks out of my time which was wasted. Oh and he demands money up front via bank transaction which is unusual as no one else does that. Would give less than 1 star if I could! AVOID! UPDATE: clearly Mohammed didn’t like the truth and sent me a nasty message on WhatsApp (see pic). Also you can clearly see I had stated I was fully flexible and anytime would work like I stated to your face! AND he took a personal call during my lesson!!!!!!!! Don’t lie about you don’t take personal calls!

Fantastic experience: Mohammed is an outstanding driving instructor who has equipped me with the skills and knowledge to pass my test at the first attempt. He is very polite, patient and just an excellent teacher! I am very grateful for all the helpful lessons which have made me a confident and safe driver. Thank you, Mohammed!

Fantastic experience: Firstly The best driving instructor in north London. I would like to thank Mohammed for helping me pass my driving first time !! Couldn’t of done it with out him. I’ve had a few driver instructors that didn’t really work out but Mohammed was calm patience and understood what my problems were and we worked on them and got up to standard. I would 110% recommend him. I wish Mohammed all the best :)

Fantastic experience: Great instructor. I was taught at a height level in a short space of time which led to me passing my test! Unlike other instructors, I received resources to help aid my learning to improve my driving and knowledge on and off the road. I would highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Relaxed instructor and excellent preparation for taking a test - I was anxious before test but once behind the wheel I felt relaxed and in control and a lot of credit for that had to go down to the lessons and preparation. Passed first time

Fantastic experience: Very calm and explained all faults as they happened. Was willing to rebook tests fro me to get a more suitable date and location

Fantastic experience: How was very happy today is my first to do my driving test and passed .Thanks Muhammad for your kind , you are a good teacher. Thanks so much .

Fantastic experience: Mohammed is a darling. He has made my experience of driving a very happy and enjoyable one. He is extremely professional, reliable and always on time. He is funny, friendly, calm and relaxed with a positive can-do attitude. In a few short months, he has got me up to test standard and I am pleased to say, I passed first time today!! I have had the best time learning with Mohammed and will be sorry to see him go. I would 100% recommend Mohammed to family/friends or anybody wanting to drive. You won’t be disappointed.

Fantastic experience: Mohammed is a fantastic driving instructor. Not only is he patient, clear and a great teacher, he makes the lessons fun and enjoyable. I would highly recommend him!!

Fantastic experience: HIGHLY RECOMMEND ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Over the moon with my driving test passed today and all thanks to Mohammed. After few lessons with another instructor decided to change and was definitely the best decision. With his professionalism he helped me to build my confidence and control my nerves (and believe me the second one is not an easy thing to do). He is also very polite and approachable, I have enjoyed every single lesson. Can’t wait for the Pass Plus lessons. Mohammed, can’t thank you enough. Keep up the great work and see you soon

Fantastic experience: Honestly hands down, I couldn’t ask for a better instructor Mohammed was amazing his technique and patient, got me ready for my last minute test and passed me first time round. He taught me how to be confident on the road and most importantly how to be safe, very patient and it was honestly a pleasure to be your student. Bring on the pass plus..

Fantastic experience: I had had other driving instructors before Mo when I lived out of London and I felt I wasn't making progress. When I started lessons with Mo, something clicked. Mo is a great communicator, a brilliant teacher and an all round good person with a really positive, relaxed, supportive and constructive attitude. I passed first time and I know it's because Mo made me feel at ease behind the wheel and made me believe in myself and build confidence as a driver. I wouldn't hesitate to recommending Mo as an instructor - if you want enjoyable lessons where you improve in leaps and bounds, Mo is your guy.

Fantastic experience: Instructor was professional and was able to adapt to learning requirements eg what needs to be improved and areas covered . I honestly couldn’t recommend instructor enough . Passed my test from first time . Extremely happy and grateful !!!!

Fantastic experience: A great instructor - passed my test first time. Gives really clear direction and has a calm & friendly approach!

Fantastic experience: Thank you Learner Center! I had found myself with a test date and tight timeline, and needed an instructor who could get me to pass in time, and luckily I did! Mohammed is a great teacher - he is calm, patient and has a style which I found conducive to quick learning: not giving you answers every time, and learning through experience. Also, was great fun, learning in an electric car! Would highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Mo is an elite level driving instructor who has years of experience that shins through his calm and collected teaching style. He has taught many of the instructors in the area and so has a very deep understanding of the best practice and rules of the road. After 12 years and 8 failed tests, Mo was the only instructor who could help me overcome my sticking points and get me the pass. I am forever grateful to him for his efforts and instilling in me some much needed confidence. I may never fulfil my dream of becoming an F1 driver, but at least I'll be able to drop my kids off at school. Sincerely, J.

Fantastic experience: After being messed about by others, Mohammed took me on at the last minute and helped me pass within 4 days. The whole learning experience was excellent and I highly recommend if you need someone whose calm dedicated and very professional.

Fantastic experience: Muhammad was my driving instructor a few yrs back. He's very professional but makes you fee very comfortable while learning the drive. The lessons where very relax and the communication was on point. Muhammad is very polite...easy to talk to and is understanding of situations that may occur that may cause last minute lesson cancellation. I really enjoyed having him as my driving instructor and I highly recommend anyone wanting to learn to drive to sign up with him....you won't regret it! Keep up the brilliant work Muhammad.