Silks
15 W Pasture
YO62 6FH, York
+447843086822

Opening hours

  • sunday: (closed)
  • monday: (closed)
  • tuesday: (closed)
  • wednesday: 9h-17h
  • thursday: 9h-17h
  • friday: 9h-17h
  • saturday: (closed)

Experienced female driving instructor offering manual driving lessons in Kirkbymoorside, Pickering, Malton and villages in between.

Our comment from DrivingSchoolsTOP.co.uk about Silks:

Welcome to Silks Driving School, where our dedicated instructor, Silke, is committed to helping you achieve your driving goals with confidence. Our clients consistently praise Silke for her calm, friendly, and patient teaching style. Here are some highlights from user experiences:

  • Silke is highly supportive and creates a comfortable environment for learning, which helps build confidence.
  • Students appreciate her tailored approach to lessons, addressing individual needs and weaknesses effectively.
  • Many have successfully passed their driving tests, often on the first attempt, thanks to Silke's expert guidance.
  • Clients commend the enjoyable nature of lessons, characterized by effective communication and a friendly atmosphere.
  • Silke is recognized for her reliability and punctuality, making the learning process smooth and stress-free.

While feedback is overwhelmingly positive, a few users noted the challenges of adapting to learning during the pandemic, but Silke's understanding nature helped alleviate these concerns. Overall, if you're looking for a driving instructor who is patient, knowledgeable, and able to make the learning process enjoyable, Silks Driving School is highly recommended!

Silks: Reviews

5/5 (43 Reviews)
thomas Gleave 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: Silka was so friendly and really prepared me for the test. She is honest about much lesson time you need so doesn't give you unnecessary lesson time. I very much feel that Silka was a large reason I passed my test!

Silks
Silks

Thank you Tom, for your kind words. Well done again on your first time pass and safe driving.
Regards Silke

Heidi Somerville 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: I can’t thank Silke enough for believing in me and making sure that I was pass ready. After hearing my original driving instructor was not continuing to teach only a couple of months before my test, I came across Silke as a highly recommended instructor in my area. Silke was calm and reassuring at all times when I was a little unsure and she always had the time and patience to listen when I worried about anything, her way of teaching is brilliant and overall Silke is a very lovely person which made the lessons better and more enjoyable. I will miss our lessons and random chats! I can fully recommend silks driving tuition to anyone!

Silks
Silks

Thank you so much Heidi for your kind words. I am so so pleased you passed , it was well deserved. Stay safe and all the best.
Silke

Honey Self 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: Wonderful instructor, very supportive and easy to have a laugh with whilst keeping it to a professional standard. Thank you for everything!

Silks
Silks

Thank you so much for your kind words. Well done again !

Hannah Wood 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Silke is a very calm patient instructor. I enjoyed my lessons thoroughly and passed with confidence she helped me find. Thank you Silke

Silks
Silks

Thank you so much Hannah. So glad I could help you achieve your license. All the best Hannah.

Jamie Overfield 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Very considerate and patient, helped me through specific problems and tailored the lessons to my needs. Great teacher, would highly recommend!

Silks
Silks

Thank you very much Jamie for your kind words. All the best.

Jack Piercy 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Silke is a superb driving instructor. She is very patient and her dedication speaks for itself.

Silks
Silks

Thank you so much Jack. Well done again on your Zero fault pass. All the best.

Evie 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Wonderful teacher, very patient and supportive. Made driving lessons something to look forward to, couldn’t recommend her more!

Silks
Silks

Thank you so much for your kind words. Well done on passing and all the best.

Alison Davis 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Silke has been amazing throughout all my lessons! She is so patient and explains everything in such detail and in a way that I understood! I started lessons with quite a lot of driving hours, however Silke picked up on all my faults and helped me fix them and got me test ready in no time. I cannot recommend Silke enough for driving lessons! Passed first time!

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Silks

Thank you so much for your lovely review Ali. Well done again and all the best for the future. Silke x

Kosta Bourke 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: A fantastic instructor to drive with, Silke has been great at adapting each lesson around weaknesses and targets. She has been reliable, flexible and very supportive throughout, pushing forwards and correcting errors professionally while still being fun and engaging to drive with. Very much appreciate her help and support to pass.

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Silks

Thank you Kostas for your kind and lovely feedback. Loved helping you achieve your brilliant Zero fault pass. All the best, Silke

Matthew Guest 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I had a great time learning to drive with Silke. Each lesson was catered towards what I needed to work on in order to be ready well in advance of my test. Lessons were always very calm despite the sometimes stressful environment, and I found myself improving my driving skills quickly. I would definitely recommend Silks Driving School to anybody in the area looking for a teacher who will help then pass first try.

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Silks

Thank you so much Matthew, for your lovely review. It was a pleasure helping you achieve your license. All the best, Silke

Alison Hewitt 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: We were recommended Silke by friends, and what a great recommendation it was. Thanks Silke for doing such a great job teaching our son to drive and ensuring he had the skills and confidence to pass his test first time. He says you were always calm, clear with your instructions, and encouraging, and he really enjoyed the lessons. We would heartily recommend you to anyone wanting to learn to drive.

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Silks

Thank you so much Alison, for the very kind words. It was my pleasure to help Freddie to gain his license.

bethany gray 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I could not recommend silks enough! She has been excellent from start to finish! She has been so kind. I always felt like I was listened too when I had any worries about driving. I gained my confidence and that’s all thanks to Silks she is a great person and that’s what made the lessons more fun! Thank you so much for all your patience with me! I will miss my lessons with you! :)

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Silks

Thank you so much for the lovely words. So happy you passed . Will also miss our lessons . Take care and stay safe.

Charlie Francis 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Silke provided me with the best learning experience I could have asked for as a learner driver. She was always reliable, on-time for lessons, and adapted my lessons to suit my needs if I was struggling with certain areas. Silke was very patient and understanding with me when I made mistakes, and would always discuss the mistakes with me. I would definitely recommend Silks.

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Silks

Thank you so much for your very kind words. Well done again on your fantastic pass today. All the best for the future.

Caitlyn Visser 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: She was so lovely and very patient, helped me get through my test with confidence, would recommend her to everyone.

Silks
Silks

Thank you Caitlyn. So happy I could help you achieve your goal. All the best.

B Screeton (Ben) 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Absolutely lovely teacher, couldn’t ask for anyone better. I passed first time. I would recommend to all my friends and family.

Silks
Silks

Thank you Ben. Well done again on passing and all the best.

Jack Charlton 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Very patient and understanding instructor. Helped me pass my driving test first time. Highly recommend.

Silks
Silks

Thank you Jack. Well done again on your pass. All the best , Silke

Charlie Revis 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Brilliant way of teaching, calm style really helped me relax and helped me maintain a high standard for my self without the pressure most driving instructors give. Good and fair prices, with consistent lesson structuring. All round great choice when learning to drive.

Silks
Silks

Thank you for your lovely review. Well done again on your pass!!

Geoff Bovingdon 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Really enjoyable experience! Always looked forward to my lessons, great teacher, reliable and welcoming!

Silks
Silks

Thank you Geoff. Well done on your pass again. Drive safe.
Silke

Dylan Jeremiah 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing teacher, done everything to get me passed and become the best driver, could not recommend anyone higher.

Silks
Silks

Thank you Dylan. So happy for you!! All the best .
Silke

Bassel Ali 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I can’t thank you enough for all your help. You was patient, and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure that I understood everything I needed to. We had a lot of laughs together during our lessons, which made the learning process so much more enjoyable. If you're looking for a driving instructor who is professional, patient, and passionate about teaching, look no further than Silke. She is simply the best!

Silks
Silks

Thank you so much for your lovely words. I am glad I could help you with your achievement. All the best.
Silke

dan roberts 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I passed my driving test yesterday. I couldn’t have done it without Silke’s help. An excellent driving instructor who makes you feel very comfortable. Well worth every lesson I had with her.

Silks
Silks

Thank you for the lovely review Dan. Really pleased for you. All the best!

Rebecca Burley 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Silke was very patient, and helped with my nerves and was brilliant in explaining what needed to be done whilst driving, I would recommend her 100% , she helped me pass my test first time!

Silks
Silks

Awe thank you Rebecca for your lovely review. Well done again and all the best for the future.

Postaldiamond 43 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I have nothing to say but passed first try and had a hell of an experience from the first time I got in the car till the last.

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Silks

Thank you Zach! Well done

IBAG 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Really supportive and helpful instructor who got me test ready within a reasonable span of time.

Silks
Silks

Thank you very much and we’ll done again for passing!

John 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Silke was amazing throughout my driving lessons and really made me feel comfortable in my own ability to drive. Would highly recommend! :)

Silks
Silks

Thank you so much! Stay safe and all the best!

Lucy Ransome 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Silke has been a brilliant instructor throughout my whole learning experience. She was incredibly patient with me and built up my confidence greatly which led me to a first time pass. She also pushed me out of my comfort zone, whilst also making sure I was safe and happy. It was a lovely experience as silke is very friendly and caring and I enjoyed learning with her.

Silks
Silks

Thank you so much Lucy. It was a pleasure to help you achieve your license. All the best

David Fallowes 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: The best driving instructor by far Silks was very supportive and understanding that I had very bad anxiety and adhd and was very calm and understanding throughout my lessons and tests I would very highly recommend to anyone needing lessons and am very grateful for everything she's taught me. Thank you again silk David fallowes

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Silks

Thank you so much David! Well done again , you did so well!

Phoebe Edwards 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Lovley professional instructor who is inviting and easy to get on with, would definitely recommend

Silks
Silks

Thank you Phoebe! Well done again on your pass!

Judith Chard 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I needed to pay for my nephews driving lessons, but I am the other side of the country to him. This was made simple and easy by Silks and took a lot of pressure off myself. It enabled me to help my nephew, where as otherwise I wouldn’t of been able to. Silke gave my nephew an honest assessment as to what would be needed for him to pass his test. They gave me an appraisal nearer the test time as to whether he would pass. So at every turn they kept me informed. The best part is when he passed first time hundred percent recommend Company

Silks
Silks

Thank you so much for your lovely review. It was my pleasure to be able to help. All the best Silke

ian tennant 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I had a very good learning experience with silke. Her teaching style is patient yet thorough. I passed my test first time and I’m sure she can do the same for anyone else who chooses to take lessons from her. Thank you!

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Silks

Thank you Ian. Congratulations again!

ellie castle 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I can not recommend this lovely lady enough. I was so scared when I started I was so close to giving up but silke never let me she helped get to where I am today finally passing my driving test something I thought I'd never be able to do she is kind and patient I will generally miss our drives together. A truly amazing lady.

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Silks

Awe thank you so much for your kind words. Congratulations again on your achievement today. Happy driving

Ciaran Kelly 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Great driving instructor would highly recommend gained a lot of experience due to these lessons

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Silks

Thank you Ciaran. Well done again on your excellent pass. All the best , Silke

Sam Grice 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Silke is a fantastic driving instructor and teacher. She's patient, caring and extremely knowledgeable. Every lesson I had I made progress, and I genuinely don't think I'd have passed without her as my instructor.

Silks
Silks

Thank you for the lovely review. Well done again on your pass.

Charlotte Branston 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I couldn't recommended Silks tutoring more! My confidence was very low when I first started to learn to drive with Silks but after all the lessons and support I passed my test this week; first time! I am extremely grateful for all the time, support and advice she gave me. If you're feeling anxious or nervous Silks is definitely for you. Thank you very much!

Silks
Silks

Thank you Charlotte. I am so proud of your achievement . Enjoy your new found freedom.

Jennifer Morley 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: 10/10 such a calm instructor with plenty of knowledge. Passed first time too! Such a genuine person also. Would recommend to anyone☺️

Silks
Silks

Thank you Jen! Well done again on your pass x

Daisy Furrokh 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Highly, highly recommend Silke if you are looking for a driving instructor. I had a pretty terrible experience with a driving instructor in another town previously and Silke did wonders to build my confidence back up! Lovely calm presence in the car and focuses on things which are actually important without overwhelming you with petty details. Overall a wonderful, funny person and great teacher, I would look forward to my lessons each week and driving feels extremely natural now. Thank you Silke for helping me pass!

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Silks

Thank you Daisy!

Imogen Scott 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Silke taught me how to drive and got me through my test first time. Can’t recommend her highly enough!

Chloe Meredith 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I had the best experience with my instructor, Silke, during such a challenging time, when tests and even lessons had to be cancelled, on and off for long periods. Silke was just so fab. I had had a really bad experience previously with an instructor introduced to me via a competitor firm, but from the outset this second experience was perfect for me: great customer service, Silke really listened to me and my needs and was a wonderful instructor who was patient, kind and really helped me build up my confidence. I’ve come to driving quite late, in my late 30s, and the added complications and delays whilst learning during the pandemic made me a bit anxious, so I really valued having an understanding, professional and friendly teacher. I’m proud to say I passed first time with just one fault... I can’t recommend her enough :)

Juliette Boyes 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: The most patient, caring and funniest of instructors. Silke would always place me in a comfortable position for the lesson but with enough challenges to push me to my best abilities. We would always have running jokes about my hatred for roundabouts but now I love them! I wouldn’t have passed first time without her! An absolute star!

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Silks

Thank you, very much appreciated xx

Elsbeth Williams 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Silke was such a good driving instructor, amazing at explaining and gave really helpful tips. Even through covid and lockdowns she made sure I felt comfortable and confident driving. I would highly recommend.

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Lovely, thanks xx

Matilda 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Silke was a very encouraging and supportive instructor. Always patient and understanding when it took me a bit longer to get the hang of some things, and helped my build my confidence. Plus I passed first time!

Silks
Silks

Thank you for the review xx

Matilda Crafter 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I really enjoyed my lessons with Silke, she was very relaxed and patient with me. I passed first time and that is all thanks to Silke and Drive Like a Boss

Hannah Ochola 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Silke was ultimately an awesome driving instructor! She was soo calm and understanding while I learnt to drive. Like most I was very nervous to start with, but gradually my confidence grew and grew, and I was able to relax a little more in the car. Thank you soo much!!

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