Adrian Barnes - Approved Driving Instructor

Information about Adrian Barnes - Approved Driving Instructor
EN11 9AU, Hoddesdon
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 9h-18:30
- tuesday: 9h-18:30
- wednesday: 9h-18:30
- thursday: 9h-18:30
- friday: (closed)
- saturday: (closed)
A fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor, providing manual transmission lessons in a vehicle with dual controls for your safety. I qualified as a Fellow of the Institute of the Motor Industry in 2007 and graduated from Loughborough University in 2006 and gained the Award in Education & Training in 2016.
Our comment from DrivingSchoolsTOP.co.uk about Adrian Barnes - Approved Driving Instructor:
Adrian Barnes - Approved Driving Instructor is known for his exceptional teaching skills and supportive approach to learning how to drive. Many students have highlighted their positive experiences, with numerous testimonials praising Adrian for his patience, calm demeanor, and ability to ease driving anxiety. Here are some key points from reviews:
- Patient and Supportive: Students have expressed how Adrian's calmness and friendly attitude helped them build confidence behind the wheel, making their learning experience enjoyable and stress-free.
- Clear Explanations: Adrian is commended for his thorough and clear instructions, ensuring that every aspect of driving is understood.
- First-Time Success: A significant number of students have passed their driving tests on the first attempt, thanks to Adrian's tailored teaching methods and mock tests.
- Personalized Lessons: Adrian adapts his lessons to meet the individual needs of his pupils, fostering a comfortable learning environment.
- Experience with Special Needs: Parents have praised him for his dedication to teaching students with special needs, showcasing Adrian's ability to work well with diverse learners.
- Humorous Approach: Adrian’s sense of humor has made lessons more enjoyable, helping to create a fun learning atmosphere.
While the high demand for lessons occasionally leads to limited availability, feedback indicates that Adrian genuinely cares for his pupils and strives to accommodate their needs as best as he can. Overall, Adrian Barnes is a highly recommended driving instructor who not only teaches how to drive but also fosters a sense of safety and confidence in all his students.
Adrian Barnes - Approved Driving Instructor: Reviews
Fantastic experience: 10/10 instructor, helped me to pass first time. I felt like i progressed a lot in a short amount of time and everything was explained in such a clear way. Couldn’t recommend more, I felt so safe and I used to consider myself an anxious driver.
You did all the hard work Marcia, finishing with a great drive to pass first time with only three driver faults! Thanks for the review and stay safe!
Fantastic experience: Adrian is experienced, knowledgeable and has a great manner. He has helped me greatly with my driving anxiety. Very highly recommended.
Thank you so much for your kind words Malcolm. Keep up the practice and it will definitely improve!!
Fantastic experience: Adrian is a brilliant instructor. I was a slightly nervous driver, but his patience and thorough explanations made the process a lot less daunting. And after 3 years at uni, he has given me a fantastic refresher lesson to help me get back on the roads. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for the review! You know the number if you need any advice/help in future, but I’m sure you will be fine!!!
Fantastic experience: I restarted my driving journey this year and am so pleased to have found Adrian as my driving instructor. Adrian is a fantastic teacher, incredibly patient, professional, friendly, and he helped me to gain confidence on the roads and in myself! Adrian helped not only to learn the skills needed to pass the test (first time with only 3 minors!) but to make me a better driver looking beyond the test to the future. The mantra's that Adrian instilled in my driving will stay with me forever. I couldn't recommend Adrian more highly, thank you Adrian!!
Thank you so much for your great review. You did all the hard work to pass!! I’m glad you enjoyed the lessons and no doubt the freedom of the road that goes with the pass! !
Fantastic experience: I wanted to take the time to comment on the helpfulness of this company! As a mum looking for driving lessons completely oblivious of waiting lists and demand, Adrian took the time not only to reply but also provide valuable advice that will assist in preparing my son for his lessons and test in advance of finding an instructor! I’m gutted you had no availability, as it is clearly obvious you care for your pupils and family’s who are navigating the journey of this important milestone. For those parents out there who are more prepared - 100% signing up to lessons with Adrian. Thank you again for all your support !
Hi Toni, I’m sorry I was not able to fit your son in too. Demand for lessons is still very high and waiting lists are common place now. I’m glad you found the advice helpful and I hope he enjoys his lessons!
Fantastic experience: I started my driving journey again with Adrian and have managed to pass with only 1 minor fault. Adrian is a reliable and fair instructor who pushes you to challenge yourself and overcome any fears, doubts and confidence issues you may be facing. Adrian worked extremely hard to accommodate moving my test date several times to ensure my test was only taken when I became test ready. Adrian is extremely knowledgeable and any question I had relating to the theory of driving was well explained. I now feel confident and safe to continue my driving journey. His vehicle is nice to drive and feels very smooth great drive for new learners. Overall I would highly recommend Adrian.
Thank you so much for your great review of my lessons. I’m sure you will be fine with the drive to Elstree, just make sure you get those practice runs in before September!!!
Fantastic experience: Great instructor, explains things incredibly well, helped me passed my test first time. Would reccomend.
Thanks for your review, it’s much appreciated…you did all the hard work to secure that first time pass! Good luck for your A levels.
Fantastic experience: Would recommend Adrian % 100 lessons were alwyas very informative throughout the whole journey, went through my progression with me regularly so I knew where your I was. Really nice guy aswell, good sense of humour .
Thanks for the review Ronnie! Glad you enjoyed the lessons and a super first time pass as well!!!
Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Adrian to anyone learning to drive. I really enjoyed every driving lesson and his knowledge made me feel as prepared as possible to pass my test. His experience and instructions helped me to grow my confidence on the roads so much. Thank you Adrian!
Thank you for the review James - I hope you’re enjoying the freedom of the road now!
Fantastic experience: Thank you very much to Adrian who helped and supported me through learning to drive. He was very helpful in growing my confidence on the roads. He always kept very calm and guided me through any situation which I struggled in. Thank you again.
Thank you so much for your review and kind words!
Fantastic experience: Would highly recommend Adrian! There isn't anything he doesn't know and he is a patient and methodical teacher.
Thanks so much for the review Roman! Take care and be safe
Fantastic experience: Absolutely delighted that my son Matthew Grundey has passed his driving test. Adrian has been marvellous and patient. Formed a great relationship which made it that much easier! His attention to detail over likely test routes was very helpful. 100% would recommend!
Many thanks for the review Carl, it’s very much appreciated! I hope the car hunt is in full swing now!!
Fantastic experience: Exceptional Driving Instructor - Adrian is the Best! I couldn't be happier with the outstanding driving instruction I received from Adrian. Thanks to his expertise and friendly demeanour, I passed my driving test on the first try! Adrian's wealth of experience was evident from day one. His calm and patient approach helped me build confidence behind the wheel, eliminating any anxieties I had about driving. Adrian has a unique ability to create a comfortable learning environment, making every lesson enjoyable and stress-free. One of the things I appreciate most about Adrian is his unwavering commitment to safety. Throughout our lessons, he instilled in me a strong sense of responsibility on the road, ensuring that I not only passed the test but also developed excellent driving habits for the future. I always felt secure under his guidance, knowing that he was there to support and guide me through every step of the learning process. What sets Adrian apart is not just his professionalism but also his sense of humor. Learning to drive can be a nerve-wracking experience, but Adrian's lighthearted and friendly approach and 80's music made each lesson enjoyable. His humour not only put me at ease but also created a positive and encouraging atmosphere, which made the learning process even more enjoyable. I highly recommend Adrian to anyone seeking a driving instructor who not only imparts valuable skills but also ensures a positive and enjoyable learning experience. With Adrian, you're not just learning to drive; you're gaining a mentor who genuinely cares about your success on the road. Thank you, Adrian, for helping me achieve this significant milestone with confidence and joy!
Thank you soooo much for your kind words. It really was a pleasure teaching you to drive - I know how much it will change your life too. Be safe on the road and give me a wave if you see me !!!
Fantastic experience: Thank you Adrian for totally changing my life! You have giving me the confidence to drive and helped me to overcome my nervousness. Your lessons were great and your a great instructor! Highly recommend Ellis Nazim
Hi Ellis, the pleasure was all mine and I knew you had it in you to pass the test, congratulations once again and safe driving!
Fantastic experience: Adrain taught our sons Dylan and Aaron who both passed first time. We were really pleased with his professionalism, reliability and approach and we’d highly recommend Adrian for anyone else looking to learn.
Hi Richard, thank you very much for your kind words and custom! It’s very much appreciated…
Fantastic experience: Enjoyed every lesson, passed first time within 6 months, great instructor !!!
Glad you enjoyed the lessons Fin. It was a fun ride and a great first time pass too!! Take care
Fantastic experience: I've recently passed my test after learning to drive with Adrian. Throughout the experience Adrian has been superb and I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants to learn to drive and pass the test. Adrian's approach is calm, clear and methodical. Adrian is patient with learners and always finds the best way to help them overcome their anxiety on lessons. Adrian's mock tests are also immensely helpful in the weeks before taking the actual test. Adrian is a great instructor and I'm sure he will continue to help other learners get the results they want from lessons. Thanks once again Adrian!
Thank you so much for the review Karl. I k ow how important passing the test was for you and your family. Stay in touch and stay safe!
Fantastic experience: My daughter had a great experience learning with Adrian. She was recently diagnosed as autistic and is also awaiting assessments for ADHD, so we were concerned about how well she would cope. We thought it might be hard to find an instructor that can be patient with her, but we got it right on the first attempt. Adrian has been dedicated to getting her through her learning experience and her test. She passed last week with just 2 minors. Not only has he taught her how to drive a car, but I feel he has also prepared her well for the realities of life on the road so it wasn't a complete shock to the system when she gained the freedom to be out in her own car by herself. She also had a motorway lesson with him after she passed. My daughter was worried that driving might be out of her reach, and I worried about how she would deal with two hour lessons. But Adrian was so good with her. It just goes to show that autism doesn't need to be a barrier when it comes to driving. I will definitely look at coming back for lessons when my youngest is 17. Thank you Adrian for everything.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a pleasure teaching her to drive and getting to know her too. Stay safe!
Fantastic experience: Great guy, funny too, can be annoying sometimes tho if he finds out your interests but other then that he's great 10/10 do recommend. He don't bite.. Mostly.
Many thanks Emily for the kind review. I hope you enjoy the freedom of the road and I’ll see you soon for the Motorway lesson….
Fantastic experience: Adrian not only taught me how to drive for the test, but taught me skills that i will now use in my daily driving forever. Top guy and an even better driving instructor!
So pleased you enjoyed the lessons and will use the skills in daily driving. Thank you for the review Kieran!!
Fantastic experience: I had a refresher driving lesson with Adrian after having not driven a manual car for a number of years and was in major need of getting my confidence back and getting back into good habits. Without a doubt Adrian was the calmest, friendliest and clear driving instructor I could have ever asked for. No question was a stupid question and everything was explained incredibly clearly. It’s the first driving lesson I’ve ever enjoyed and I would highly recommend learning or having a refresher course with Adrian. He’s highly approachable and let me tailor the session to what I felt I needed to focus on. Thanks so much Adrian!
You are very welcome Meg and I’m glad you feel you got your mojo back for manual transmission driving! Many thanks for the review.
Fantastic experience: Just passed my driving test first time with Adrian. Great teacher, with a very thorough approach. Not just here to teach you to pass a test, but to drive. With the added benefit of being down to earth and easy to get on with too. Would highly recommend.
Thank you so much for the kind review Conor. Glad you enjoyed the lessons!
Fantastic experience: I had a brilliant experience with Adrian as my driving instructor! He is patient, very knowledgeable, and goes above and beyond in teaching the ins and outs of driving. His clear and thorough explanations make the drives extremely helpful and enjoyable. Would highly recommend. See you on the road Adrian!
Thanks for the review Ben! So glad you enjoyed the lessons too. Be safe!
Fantastic experience: Adrian is an exceptional driving instructor. I learnt to drive with him from the very beginning and I can say with confidence that I feel safe and confident driving on the road after having lessons with him. I passed my driving test today with 3 minors. He is a great teacher and I enjoyed learning from him. Thank you so much, Adrian!
Many thanks for the review Vlad and I’m sure you will make a safe driver! Enjoy the freedom of the road….
Fantastic experience: Adrian was a great driving instructor and always gave off constructive feedback and made sure I understood all the content. I really recommend Adrian as not only a great instructor a great person to drive with.
Thanks for the review Harry, it was fun teaching you to drive!
Fantastic experience: I have enjoyed my lessons with Adrian and it has been an extremely comfortable and great experience. I would recommend to anyone!!
Many thanks Ava and stay safe on the roads!
Fantastic experience: Adrian taught my son to drive, I would recommend him 100%. He was always reliable, very calm, patient and encouraging. My son thoroughly looked forward to his lessons and is now a competent driver. We can’t thank him enough.
Thank you so much for your kind review. Zaak was a pleasure to teach to drive and a credit to you!
Fantastic experience: Adrian taught my son to drive and he tells me he was patient and clear, and made it fun. Most importantly, I feel completely safe when Liam gives me a lift now.
Thank you for your kind review Andrew - it was a pleasure to teach Liam and I’m sure that will make an excellent tax service for you!!
Fantastic experience: Even i dont know how to start. Adrian is an incredible person, very dedicated, friendly, kind and most calm person what I ever see. To not forget about the patience what he gave me. I appreciate him for the professionalism and dedication. Is a best instructor and 5 starts are not enough. Thank you very much for everything Adrian
The pleasure was mine! So glad you passed (as promised!) and good luck with all you do in the future….
Fantastic experience: He helped me when no one could, I highly recommend if you’re looking for a fun learning atmosphere.
Enjoy the freedom and many thanks for your review!
Fantastic experience: Definitely recommend Lessons very enjoyable. Very good use of the time with a lot covered in each lesson. Did some extra lessons with me at really short notice when I got a cancellation which was really helpful.
Thank you for your review Henry. It was a pleasure to teach you! Enjoy the freedom of the roads….
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Adrian! He is reliable, calm and patient whilst making lessons fun. He even managed to arrange a swap to an earlier test date. My daughter thoroughly enjoyed her lessons and passed first time. Thank you.
Thank you for your review! It was a pleasure teaching her to drive!!
Fantastic experience: I can’t rate Adrian highly enough! He is very supportive to beginners. He certainly built up my confidence, and supported me throughout my whole ‘learning to drive’ experience Highly recommend
Thank you so much for the review Caroline. I know that passing meant a huge amount to you! Be safe!
Fantastic experience: Adrian has taught both of my sons to drive and successfully pass can’t fault him. They both enjoyed their learning experience with him.
Thank you so much for the review Lisa. It was a pleasure to teach both of them to drive!
Fantastic experience: Adrian did a fantastic job with our son in getting him ready for his driving test, extremely patient, very organised and reliable . We’re also grateful for his help with getting a test date sorted during a difficult time. Would highly recommend! Claire
Many thanks for the review Claire!
Fantastic experience: A fantastic Instructor with a lot of patience , a great ability to make you understand ,learn and feel comfortable behind the steering wheel. I definitely recommend him 100%
Thank you so much for the review. I hope you’re enjoying the freedom of the road?!
Fantastic experience: had the best experience learning with adrian and would recommend to anyone who’s interested in learning to drive !!!!
It was fun getting to know you Megan and teaching you to drive, the pleasure really was all mine!
Fantastic experience: Where do I even begin?!! An amazing instructor and never let me feel uncomfortable as well as he is an amazing instructor, all the lessons was really fun!!! 10/10 would recommend:D
So pleased you enjoyed the lessons and can now enjoy the freedom of the road! Give me a wave if you pass me!!
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