Swan Driving School

Fantastic experience: First-time pass — absolutely thrilled! Mr. Ali is an amazing instructor, with patience, skill, and a natural ability to build confidence. His calm and supportive approach made every lesson enjoyable, helping me improve quickly. Thanks to his excellent teaching, I now feel ready and excited to drive on my own. I highly recommend Mr. Ali to anyone learning to drive! You have my thanks!!

Fantastic experience: I just passed my practical driving test today, and I couldn’t have done it without Ali! He is an incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and supportive instructor who helped me build my confidence behind the wheel. His clear explanations and calm approach made learning so much easier. He always provided great tips and constructive feedback, ensuring I was fully prepared for the test. I highly recommend Ali to anyone looking for a professional and friendly driving instructor. Thank you so much, Ali!

Fantastic experience: Ali is a great instructor. He is patient, guides clearly and is very encouraging. He explains everything in a way that is easy to understand and makes one feel confident behind the wheel. Highly recommend him to anyone looking to learn to drive!

Fantastic experience: I cannot thank Ali enough I was able to pass my driving test first time after a week of lessons. Ali is patient and explains manoeuvres and rules of the road very clearly. We went through everything that could come up in the test and general driving skills. He is professional and a very good instructor. Thank you Ali !

Fantastic experience: Thanks again, was really good and helpful would highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Ali has been such an amazing driving instructor that really helped me understand my weaker areas in driving by using visual examples and helping me build my confidence, I passed my test earlier this month with only one minor and I couldn’t of been happier, Ali has been so much help especially in the few weeks building up to my test where I was the most nervous!

Fantastic experience: Great teacher, very relaxed and patient. Helped me pass first try, if he can achieve that for me he can teach anyone. Most importantly, I'll remember to drive safely

Fantastic experience: Ali is such an amazing instructor! Thank you for being the best instructor ever. You were always very patient and gave advice that is a great help. Thank you for giving me the confidence to drive and for helping my nervousness. My learning experience has been wonderful. Thank you for being so patient and making me feel at ease throughout. Because of you I passed my driving test. As nervous as I was, I truly enjoyed the entire experience of learning to drive from you. Respect to you for making this impossible dream into a reality. BEST INSTRUCTOR EVER.

Fantastic experience: A huge thank you to Ali for helping me pass my driving test first time with only 1 driver fault! When I began my driving lessons I was nervous and not very confident, but Ali had completely changed that straight away thanks to being very calm, patient and friendly. He made learning to drive really enjoyable without me feeling any kind of pressure when making mistakes and has helped me with my confidence when driving so much I now love to drive. I really could not recommend Ali enough and I am so glad I came across Swan Driving School when looking for an instructor. If you’re looking for a driving instructor who is easy going, very knowledgable in what they do and believes in you with such confidence then Ali is your man! If I could give 6 stars I would! :)

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Ali and Swan Driving School. He is an excellent teacher, very patient and helped me make progress each lesson. I was able to pass my test very quickly and on my first try learning from Ali and now feel confident on the road. I am from the US originally and was so nervous driving on the other side of the road and learning the many British driving rules. I would highly recommend him to anyone in a similar situation to me or a new learner. He is fantastic and will get you on the road quickly and safely!

Fantastic experience: I want to say a big thank you to Ali , I have spent so much money in the past on learning how to drive and I just wasn’t getting it right . I had to book my drive test because my theory was going to expire . I was so lucky to find Ali , he took me 4 classes as I found him 2weeks to my test . Ali is so calm and made me feel relaxed , he made me believe I could do it which I thought I couldn’t . Guess what ? I did it!!! I passed my driving test first time. Ali you are a star and I will forever appreciate your calmness and for helping me achieve this important milestone

Fantastic experience: A massive thank you to Ali at Swan Driving School for helping me pass my first driving test with only three minors today. Ali is a reassuring, patient and wonderful driving instructor. His constructive feedback helped me to focus on areas for improvement. I would highly recommend his services to aspiring drivers.

Fantastic experience: I recently had the pleasure of learning with Ali, an outstanding instructor. In just three lessons, he transformed my nervous start into a confident success, helping me pass my test on the first try. Ali's friendly and patient demeanor eased my initial anxiety. His dedication to building confidence is unparalleled, and his method of going over mistakes until mastered proved incredibly effective. I highly recommend Ali for his expertise, efficiency, and the genuine care he puts into his teaching. I'm grateful for his guidance and wish him continued success in shaping skilled and confident drivers. best regards Ahmed

Fantastic experience: A big thank you to Ali for helping me pass my driving test with only 3 minors in December. Ali is a great driving instructor and was able to build up my confidence in driving. He is very patient and is able to explain things in detail. I would highly recommend him!

Fantastic experience: I had my first lesson today with Ali. (I’m late 30’s!) He’s was patient and made me feel at ease. I’m looking forward to my next lesson.

Fantastic experience: I passed!! Thank you so much ali!! I'm happy to meet you, it's my first time to drive as well with no experience at all. And I'm at my 40s. I liked the way he explained things from the start and in the end. I enjoyed the lesson all throughout, as Ali didn't give me any pressure as he was patient and calm. He will challenge you in a good way, he knows very well how to prepare you to passed. And its my first attempt and i made it!!! So im very grateful,..thank you for being strict lol..i apprecaite it. So I highly recommend him Ali. goodluck Ali. :) thank you so much again !

Fantastic experience: I came to Ali as a nervous and unconfident driver following years of lessons with rude instructors however Ali always put me at ease during lessons and is a great teacher. I am so grateful for Ali’s patience and support and so happy to have passed! Thankyou Ali and Swan! 5 stars! :)

Fantastic experience: Passed my driving test first time with Ali. After years of lessons with a different company and disappointing results I switched to Swan; I learnt more in a few months than I had done in 5 years! Very happy with my experience and more importantly my new found confidence on the road. Thank you!!

Fantastic experience: I have been driving for the past one year with the support of my uncle but I needed to obtain a driving license to be more independent because I was limited to drive. I made a few calls looking for a driving instructor in the Sidcup area. Suddenly I came across Swan driving school of which I explained my current situation. To my amazing Ali was eagerly and willing to support looking at my current situation. After my mock Ali said, I don’t see why you can’t pass your test because your are good. Ali is a calm, patient, flexible and an amazing instructor with very simple and good skills. I passed my test with just one minor fault. Thank you Ali for helping me close another chapter in my life.

Fantastic experience: Big thanks to Ali - an amazing, calm, patient, and caring instructor, can’t recommend him enough (also fyi thanks to his amazing lessons, passed the practical test first time)!!!

Fantastic experience: I passed my car driving test in Sidcup test centre today (17-May-2023). I took a few lessons as I was already driving with my international DL. Ali is very calm, patient which makes you comfortable, corrects you when you drive wrong, teaches priority lanes, one way lanes, tricky roundabouts like the one way Bexley roundabout or the Crittalls Corner one which needs lane discipline. Ali is very professional, always on time, makes you prepare before and on the test day till the test centre. A very big smile in his and my face when I passed the test. His tricks for parallel parking, reverse/forward bay parking works just perfectly fine and helps to boost the confidence on the actual test. Ali encourages that you will pass which boosts your confidence. He is very helpful in answering to your messages, calls when you need him for any driving doubts or suggestions. It is an absolute pleasure to get Ali my driving instructor. Always recommend him.

Fantastic experience: Definitely recommend Swan Driving School, Ali is a great driving instructor. Both of my daughters passed first time! Thank you Ali

Fantastic experience: I took my driving lessons with Ali. I am in my early 40's and was very nervous when I started the driving lessons. However, thanks to his excellent teaching skills, I passed my driving test on the first attempt! Ali is very calm and patient, which made me feel comfortable. His feedback was always constructive and helped me improve my driving skills. I wholeheartedly recommend Ali to anyone who is looking for a driving instructor. He is truly a great teacher who is passionate about his work and takes the time to make sure that his students are successful. Thank you Ali for your outstanding teaching and guidance!

Fantastic experience: I passed my test in first try. Ali has been so patient and confident with me more than I was in myself. He worked on driving safely on the road with or without passenger not only for the driving test but for after passing the test. I remember Ali telling me trust in yourself and driving safely should be the priority. Very professional, easy going and whenever I used to make any mistakes Ali used to make me do it twice or more than that so I don't forget and learn from that. He is very calm and collective in any kind of situation I never felt anxious or pressured. Thank you for your support and believing in me. Definitely will recommend my friends and family or anyone living in southeast London.

Fantastic experience: Many thanks to Ali for helping me pass first time! Would highly recommend the intensive course as being in the car and practicing all the roads and manoeuvres was really helpful in getting confidence up to drive on any road or roundabout! Ali was was very supportive and talked through things to work on so I knew what to improve. He also made sure that I was very very prepared for test day and made the process feel very smooth. Would highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Ali made me feel at ease. He was very relaxed and this made it easier for me to calm my nerves and thanks to him I mananged to pass. He was my second driving instructor. I'm so glad I changed to him!

Fantastic experience: helped me pass first time. couldn’t recommend anyone more, very helpful and made me feel very relaxed as a nervous driver . thank you ali!!

Fantastic experience: Ali is a brilliant instructor, he's very patient and will explain the tricky bits to make sure that you understand. He's really built up my confidence as a driver and his car is a breeze to drive. I passed my test first time with no minors, credit to Ali's lessons.

Fantastic experience: The best of the best. First time driving. Enjoyed every minute. Past 1st time whilst being pregnant. Now happily driving with confidence. Thanks Ali

Fantastic experience: Passed 1st time. The patient and understanding from Ali made learning to drive an unforgettable moment. I would give more stars. Thanks for calm environment and patience you have when showing me throughout the lessons

Fantastic experience: MASSIVE THANK YOU TO ALI!!! Passed first time today with Ali with no faults. he is an amazing instuctor, he took me on in a short notice as my old instructor was unprofessional! He is professional, patient and friendly! I gained so much confidence with him and he made me ready for my test and he teaches a great way to parallel park!!! I would definitely recommend him to everyone. Thank you so much again!!!

Fantastic experience: I started my journey at Swan Driving School a almost a year ago as a nervous beginner with no driving experience, and today, I can proudly say that I have passed my driving test first time. Ali is a brilliant instructor. I’ve learnt so much from him about being a safe driver. He’s someone who is very knowledgeable, very professional. He’s always pushed me to be the best driver I can be, giving me concise, in depth feedback on manoeuvres and driving techniques in his lessons. He’s encouraged me to improve on my weaknesses and has helped me to incorporate all the knowledge needed to become a safe confident driver. Thanks again for everything Ali .

Fantastic experience: Brilliant driving instructor gives you all the confidence you need would highly recommend i passed first time

Fantastic experience: I can't give enough stars to Ali he is the best driving instructor ever dealing with anxiety and driving was the biggest thing of my life but Ali put me and rest I passed with a clean sheet no minor's he pushed me and he kept me going I will miss you Ali and our fist bumps when I did things right still can't believe I passed see you on the road from LeeAnn

Fantastic experience: BIG BIG BIG THANK YOU ALI !! You won't believe how much happy i'm today after passing my driving test at Sidcup Test Centre. ALI, you are AMAZINGGG !! Very kind, patient, gentle and knowledgeable instructor with great instinct. I could still hear your gentle voice in my mind guiding me through the test. I am so GRATEFUL and HAPPY. THANK YOU ALI and Thank you Swan Driving School

Fantastic experience: Top Class Instructor, I passed 1st time with Ali, with 1 minor as well ! highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: A big thank you to Ali for helping me pass my driving test today at Sidcup. He is very calm and unintimidating. He made our driving lessons enjoyable and stress-free which helped me keep my focus and build up my confidence even more. He is also very professional and always gives honest and constructive feedback. He is the best driving instructor and I highly recommend him.

Fantastic experience: Can't believe I passed first time today, only 2 minors. I started a few months ago with Ali and I was so nervous but Ali was calm and always so thoroughly in all lessons which helped a lot in building up my confidence. Thank you so much!

Fantastic experience: Completely new to driving. 5 months pregnant and a toddler in tow Ali was helpful and worked around my times. He is patient and do things over to help you remember. Gained lots of confidence in the car, glad the other driving schools didn’t have space at the time as I enjoyed my lessons with Ali and happy to say I passed my test first time.

Fantastic experience: I should say a big thanks to Ali. I started my course with Ali last year. Unfortunately due to the pandemic my test has been postponed. Ali rescheduled my course, finally I pass my test this week! He is very patient, very calm and professional. The skills he teaches you are very practical.

Fantastic experience: I passed first time today with Ali, he’s by far the beat driving instructor I have had and I’ve had around 4 before him. He’s so calm and thorough and I couldn’t recommend him enough. Thank you so much Ali your the best.

Fantastic experience: Best instructor! Passed the first time, Ali is very professional, he helped me build confidence and skills in a stress-free environment. Thank you again so much ;)

Fantastic experience: Ali is honestly the best. I passed with him in 2006 and I highly recommend him. Very patient, professional and encouraging.

Fantastic experience: Millions thanks to Ali the best ever driving instructor. Ali is very kind and patient. He helps me to gain confidence and guide me thru everythings i need to pass at the first time. I couldnt recommend him anymore. Wipa S.

Fantastic experience: Passed First Time , Big Thanks To Ali. If Your Looking To Start Driving Lessons And Want To Become Good And Confident Driver Call Ali. Proffesional And Patient.

Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend anyone who is considering lessons to contact Ali. He was professional, patient and very methodical in his approach and created a seamless continuity between lessons. Thanks for giving me the confidence to pass my test.

Fantastic experience: Definitely a 5 star service, Ali is brilliant instructor and a great guy. I found him by chance and took 3 lessons. He support me so much to the last minute and the routes that he choose was exactly the same path we did in the exam. I passed my test first time! Thank you so much Ali.

Fantastic experience: Can’t believe I have passed 1st time !! I could not have done it without you Ali ! You built up my confidence over such a short space of time . Having used a different instructor prior to you, you definitely are the best instructor ever ! Can’t thank you enough for all your help and encouragement. 100% would recommend you to everybody!

Fantastic experience: Very Highly recommended especially instructor Mr. Ali. He was very understanding, accomodating and kind with my unusual situation. He helped me pass the test with just one take and only a minor mistake. I’m very thankful to him. I’ve requested him to be wife’s instructor and will recommend him with my friends and colleagues. (Very Higly recommended to every who wish to seek drivers license)

Fantastic experience: Oh my God, I can't thank Ali enough. What an excellent driving Instructor, I had a previous instructor who was no really good, I was really struggling to drive and I also I was running out of time because I had left my driving test to the last minute therefore I had only one chance to pass my driving test. My daughter found Ali details through internet and I ask him if he could help and yes !!! He did help because he was really so patient, so calm and he always made sure I repeat until I grasp it. I can tell you that I passed first time and with only one chance I had , thank you so much Ali. If you want to pass on your driving lesson call Ali.

Fantastic experience: I passed my driving test, a big thanks to Ali, my instructor, who is very patient and helpful, and very kind. Without his help I wouldn’t pass easily. Thank you very much. V Patel.

Fantastic experience: I just passed my driving test with only one minor!!...A very big thank you to Swan driving school for getting me through my driving test. During the lessons all the conditions and requirements of driving safely including the test driving routes are covered. Choosing Swan driving school has made me pass my test but most importantly taught me how to be a good driver. Would highly recommend it to anyone.

Fantastic experience: After failing my driving test, Ali encouraged me to do intensive course. Ali is patient, encourages, friendly and an amazing instructor. If you are looking for a driving instructor that will build your confidence and teach you how to drive safely, swan driving school is the place. Intensive course was worth every second. I passed after 1 week of intensive lessons.

Fantastic experience: I just passed my driving test first time and undoubtedly owe my success purely to the fine instruction I received from Ali. From the first few minutes of sitting in the car with Ali I was put at ease, my confidence grew from that moment and any previous worries I had vanished. Ali is extremely patient, well mannered and knows exactly how to keep you focused without feeling pressured. If you are looking for an instructor you will be hard pressed to find anyone else this good.

Fantastic experience: I took a few lessons (4 lessons) with Ali and I succeeded in passing my practical driving test today. I would highly recommend Ali. He is extremely patient and quite flexible to accommodate your schedule. He covers everything you need to know for the test and his rates are very reasonable. Thanks Ali

Fantastic experience: Ali is a very friendly instructor. First he found out where I am weak and then he taught me how to overcome. I took intensive training from him and passed in first chance with only two minor mistakes. I recommend him to everyone.

Fantastic experience: Amazing instructor and helped me to pass first time with 1 minor! He is really calm and explains everything. He has helped me become confident while driving I would highly recommend Ali! Thank you so much!!

Fantastic experience: I can’t recommend Ali enough, he is extremely friendly, professional and so patient. I passed my practical test 2 days ago, first time. couldn’t have done it with out him. Best instructor around with out a doubt!

Fantastic experience: Did my driving test and passed first time. The credit goes to my instructor Ali. If you want a friendly and professional instructor, I would recommend him. He gave me confidence and enough knowledge to pass my test. Thank you so much instructor Ali

Fantastic experience: Ali is an excellent driving instructor. He is full of positivity and patience. The way he points out mistakes and quickly gives fixes for it is amazing. He made me feel that’s simple I can do it. I had just booked an available appointment but he even helped me get a perfect test appointment. I would highly recommend him. Thank you Ali I couldn’t have done it without you.

Fantastic experience: I passed first time with Ali's help, highly recommend Swan Driving School.

Fantastic experience: Ali is a brilliant driving instructor his patience and knowledge is outstanding and is the reason I’m now a confident driver and passed my test on the first attempt.Highly recommend

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend ali he is very patient & an amazing driving instructor. I passed my driving test today for the first time.

Fantastic experience: Highly Recommended Indeed!!! Ali made my experience seamless... great tips allowing fast learning... Thanks a lot...

Positive experience: Ali is a very patient instructor. He really knows how to guide you through your learning process and he does definitely boost your confidence. I will recommend him any time! I recently passed.

Fantastic experience: Ali is one of the best driving instructors there is! Only had 8 lessons then went for my test and passed! Highly recommend for any level of drivers, Ali will help you become more confident and won't make you feel rubbish if you don't get it first time! Also is very patient which I feel is something that builds confidence when learning! Thank you for everything Ali!

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend...so happy i found this site when i was looking for a driving instructor. thank you for being patient with me. Very grateful for the hard work you put in teaching me to drive safely.

Fantastic experience: Best driving instructor, patient and very helpful. Defo recommend him

Fantastic experience: Best Driving Instructor ever. He's very professional. Ali is Very highly recommended. Try him and see for yourself. You can thank me later

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend lessons with Ali. Had a great 2 hour refresher course, and have booked in a warm-up session, an hour prior to the DVSA Practical Driving Test. Also worth mentioning that his car is new and in top shape.