Mike @ Stephs Driving School
Information about Mike @ Stephs Driving School
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 9h-16h
- tuesday: 9h-16h
- wednesday: 9h-16h
- thursday: 9h-16h
- friday: (closed)
- saturday: 9h-14h
Fully qualified DVSA registered ADI , Providing manual driving lessons in Durham and surrounding areas.
Our comment from DrivingSchoolsTOP.co.uk about Mike @ Stephs Driving School:
Mike @ Stephs Driving School is widely regarded as an exceptional driving school that prioritizes student success and confidence. The reviews reflect a consistent theme of patience and clear communication, with multiple learners highlighting Mike's ability to simplify complex driving maneuvers, making the learning process not only effective but also enjoyable. Many students noted that they passed their driving tests on the first attempt, often exceeding their expectations.
Here are some key points that users appreciated:
- Calm and Supportive Environment: Many learners described Mike as calm and friendly, which helped them to feel at ease behind the wheel.
- Individualized Attention: Mike adjusts his teaching style to cater to both confident and nervous drivers, ensuring everyone gets the support they need.
- Fast Results: Numerous reviews mentioned passing their tests within a short timeframe, some achieving this within just a few months.
- Positive Learning Experience: Students frequently noted that they had a lot of fun during lessons while gaining the necessary skills to become competent drivers.
While the overwhelming majority of feedback is positive, a few users mentioned the pressure that can accompany the test. However, they also recognized that this pressure is alleviated through Mike's supportive teaching methods. Overall, Mike @ Stephs is highly recommended for anyone looking to learn to drive, as many students have left the experience feeling confident and prepared for the road ahead.
Mike @ Stephs Driving School: Reviews
Fantastic experience: very helpful and calm instructor, he guided me through my test
You put a lot of hard work into your test today mate and that turned into a very well deserved result today
Fantastic experience: I have just passed my test this morning first time after having lessons from Mike. I cannot recommend him enough. Fabulous from start to finish. Huge thank you from me.
Very well deserved result today, you put a lot of hard work into today's result
Fantastic experience: Best instructor about very clear instructions always there to help does everything he can for his students would definitely Recommend for anyone who’s looking for a instructor
Thanks mate, take care on the roads
Fantastic experience: Brilliant instructor, didn’t have a clue at first but Mike is full of patience and had me passed within 3 months quicker than I ever thought I could of completely recommend
You worked hard for today's result mate well done
Fantastic experience: Great instructor
Fantastic experience: Was really good had me passed within 4 months and was never late no messing about really
Fantastic experience: Very good instructor, managed to pass in 3 months with 0 faults. Highly recommend for people learning to drive
Very well deserved result mate in not the nicest weather
Fantastic experience: Amazing driving instructor, passed first time!
Fantastic experience: Brilliant driving instructor, passed first time and he always goes the extra mile. Definitely recommend.
Been a pleasure to teach you mate. It's a shame you passed I could teach you all day very pleased you passed tho, it's very well deserved
Fantastic experience: Very good driving instructor and good crack passed first time
Fantastic experience: Mike has been an absolutely amazing instructor! He is so thorough with his explanations, patient and simplifies everything to make driving feel easy. Mike got me test ready in a very short space of time. I never felt more confident going into a driving test.
Sometimes little changes gives new ways or getting results. You've worked very hard the last few weeks for today's very well deserved pass
Fantastic experience: Brilliant driving instructor would definitely recommend to anyone who needs one
Fantastic experience: Just passed today , Mike is such a friendly guy and an even better instructor, would 100% recommend for anybody looking for an instructor. Easy to say I’ll miss him :)
Fantastic experience: Honestly Mike is one amazing guy! Never in my life time did I think I’ll pass my driving test and I did!! First time!!!!! I started with zero confidence but Mike completely changed all of that. Can’t thank him enough! Would highly recommend, he never time wasted never let me down. 34 hours for a complete beginner to pass first time. Over the friggen moon. Thank you Mike!!
The hard work is all down to you on the day, you never give up and today's result shows that
Fantastic experience: Can’t recommend Mike enough, couldn’t have passed without him! Thanks mike!
Your very welcome mate
Fantastic experience: Just passed my ADI part 2 test today thanks entirely to Mikes extremely patient tuition! Can not recommend him enough. His no nonsense way of teaching by breaking things down is excellent. Can't wait to start Part 3
Looking forward to starting the final part with you mate
Fantastic experience: Great lessons. Extremely patient and more than prepares you for the test.
Fantastic experience: Mike is a great driving instructor and i would definitely recommend!
Thank you, great result for you this morning
Fantastic experience: Mike is a great instructor who helped me to pass my test first time. He has the patience of a saint which is very much needed when dealing with me behind the wheel
Ahh the ups and downs of learning to drive.... With a lot more ups than downs. Think positive you can do anything you put your mind to
Fantastic experience: Mike was a great instructor, he is calm and talkative which makes you feel more confident on the road. He helped me pass first time and I’m very grateful.
Fantastic experience: Great instructor, freindly guy, passed first time
Well deserved result today mate
Fantastic experience: Class driving instructor , extremely friendly and a really good teacher , couldn’t recommend him more
Fantastic experience: I've been driving for years but had to take the test to get a UK license. Mike made the process so much smoother. More importantly, I genuinely think I'm a better driver after taking lessons with him. I can't recommend him enough!
Oh thanks mate I do try
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend, passed first time... Mike is a great teacher who has helped build my confidence up, he is straightforward and punctual :)
Very well deserved today. Sure you'll be missed on that weekly train journey
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Mike as an instructor
Fantastic experience: An absolute pleasure learning with Mike, he has the patience of a saint & adjusts his teaching style to suit both confident and nervous drivers. Professional yet relaxed lessons where you’re able to have a good laugh and be comfortable behind the wheel. Friendly and understanding instructor balanced with a firm but fair approach to push his students to the best of their abilities. Extremely reliable and motivational instructor, taught me everything I need to know. Highly recommend
Aww thank you for your review. I always try to the best of my ability to get you where you need to be and push for that little bit more. Stay safe on the roads, you've been telling your friends how to drive for a while now...now I guess you can show them how it's done
Fantastic experience: Mike was very patient and with me ( not an easy thing to do )on my driving learning lessons and eventually I passed
Well done mate, never give up
Fantastic experience: Amazing driving instructor, really recommend!
Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing driving instructor, laid back style instructor very easy to learn with comfortable lessons -Aaron young
Thanks Aaron. Pleasure to teach, you never give up and that shows in your result today. You've worked hard and it's paid off this morning with that very well deserved pass. Stay safe on the roads
Fantastic experience: very relaxed teaching style. easy pass guaranteed
Fantastic experience: Really good lessons! Highly recommend
Fantastic experience: really good, really friendly and always on time, thanks so much x
Well done today. Very well deserved first time pass on 25 hours training
Fantastic experience: I would really recommend Mike, I’ve been really happy with the outstanding level of tuition which has helped me to secure a pass and be a confident and competent driver.
Well deserved pass mate, you've worked hard for that result. see you for motor way lesson
Fantastic experience: Perfect instructor, very clear communication and brilliant at de-stressing situations and breaking down manoeuvres. Passed first try after 26 hours.
Thanks mate, very well deserved result
Fantastic experience: Great lessons. Highly recommended!
Thanks, you've worked hard for that result today. Well done
Fantastic experience: nice bloke and a great instructor, highly recommend
Thanks mate
Fantastic experience: Excellent, passed 1st time , mad Mike knows his stuff !
Mad Mike So pleased you held those nerves today to get that well deserved result
Fantastic experience: Taught me what I should and shouldn't do with in my first lesson and felt comfortable with having the control of the car within a few lessons. Every lesson where I had a new challenge it was all explained to the point where I understand what was expected of me and how I should deal with each situation. Very patient with me when I was learning.
Thanks for your review. All the work you've put in to your lessons really paid off for you today.
Fantastic experience: Really good instructor to learn with and has helped me pass first time! Thank You Mike
You did all the hard work bad today it paid off for you. Very pleased to have help you achieve your goal. Good luck in your exams and your future
Fantastic experience: very good instructor, very patient and goes through things carefully if you don’t understand. would definitely recommend as an instructor!
Thanks Darell, you worked hard for your well deserved pass today. The very best of luck for your exams
Fantastic experience: Thanks to Mike for the brilliant experience and passing within 2 months of learning , all the best
Fantastic experience: Couldn’t recommend Mike more! Most patient instructor around, always got time for his students and works around them to get them to where they need to be.
Thanks mste. Happy driving. You put in the work to get that well deserved result this morning
Fantastic experience: Really great experience! Loved learning with Mike, he made it a comfortable environment, gave clear explanations and good advice. I'd really recommend!
Fantastic experience: really good instructor, got me through it all in no time, passed both theory and practical first time
Fantastic experience: Passed first time, really helped to boost my confidence driving
Fantastic experience: Really great experience learning to drive with Mike. Felt comfortable and confident behind the wheel, would recommend.
Your confidence definitely came though today mate, very well done to you
Fantastic experience: Amazing! Passed with just 1 minor. Thank you, Mike! He really knows his stuff.
Thanks Mark. You put a lot if work in to it the last few weeks, well deserved
Fantastic experience: Fantastic experience learning with Mike. Helped me pass first time! Super helpful and knowledgeable. Even answered question I had out of lesson times. Super happy to pass with Mike. Thank you!!!!!! :)
No problem at all
Fantastic experience: Amazing passed theory and practical test first time with Mike!
My pleasure. Good luck with your paramedic training, your through your first step of becoming a paramedic and ambulance driver
Fantastic experience: Passed the first time with Mike! Had an amazing experience learning how to drive with him. He makes sure you feel comfortable behind the wheel and confident in how to drive. Was extremely patient with me, would definitely recommend him!!
Thanks Jess. good luck in your new job with Google
Fantastic experience: Passed first time with Mike, really friendly and patient instructor. He had the confidence in me when I didn't and pushed me that extra push I needed. Can't thank him enough. Would defo recommend. Thanks Mike
Thank you, your pass was very well deserved
Fantastic experience: Amazing experience learning to drive with mike! Very patient and very friendly and wouldn’t have been able to pass so quickly without him!! always had a great laugh whilst driving
Thanks Ellie, absolute pleasure to teach
Fantastic experience: I've been learning since May/June time and it's been an amazing experience. My instructor, Mike, was extremely patient with me and was extremely friendly. I really recommend this driving school; I felt totally safe when driving which is a must. Thank you guys <3
Thanks Brooke, guess we both got a lot out of your lessons, 99% of the methods i use now to teach i tested on....apologies for that haha. The work you put into your theory to achieve a mint score to passing your driving test with 1 minor (cant believe you touched the kerb lol) Ohh how many days did i listen to the constant I cant do this and im gonna fail you know. I kept telling you you would be fine and ohh look you passed. Believe in yourself and you will achieve....good luck with your exams and uni :-)
Fantastic experience: My daughter passed her driving test with one minor. Mike her instructor was kind patient and gave her confidence she lacked in the beginning. The app and learning videos helped make it easy to learn and understand. Thank you for everything , you deserve a better recommendation than I can find the words for.
she always knew she could do it, she just didn't want to believe she could
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