
Ed Boakes Driving School

Information about Ed Boakes Driving School
HP22 7AB, Aylesbury
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 9h-19h
- tuesday: 9h-19h
- wednesday: 9h-19h
- thursday: 9h-19h
- friday: 9h-19h
- saturday: (closed)
Local driving school based in Aylesbury but will travel to Chesham and Amersham and the towns between there and base. Highly recommended on Facebook by previous pupils, please visit my Facebook page for more.
Our comment from DrivingSchoolsTOP.co.uk about Ed Boakes Driving School:
Ed Boakes Driving School is recognized for its exceptional driving instruction, making learning to drive a comfortable and enjoyable experience. His students consistently praise his patience, kindness, and ability to instill confidence in learners of all levels. Many clients note that Ed has a unique way of explaining driving techniques in a clear and understandable manner, which is especially beneficial for nervous drivers.
- He has an impressive pass rate, with many students successfully passing their tests on the first attempt.
- Ed offers a relaxed learning environment, complemented by a useful app for booking lessons and progress tracking.
- Throughout their learning journey, students appreciate his calm demeanor and flexibility in scheduling lessons.
- Parents also commend Ed for his professionalism and friendly approach while dealing with both students and their families.
While Ed's services are highly recommended, some users mention the possibility of having to join a waiting list due to his popularity. However, most agree that this wait is well worth it for the quality of instruction received. Overall, Ed Boakes Driving School stands out as an outstanding choice for anyone looking to begin their driving journey.
Ed Boakes Driving School: Reviews
Fantastic experience: Ed was great, made me feel 100% confident about my ability, which is no mean feat. Amazing teacher.
Fantastic experience: Ed was such a great driving instructor – super kind and patient. He really helped build my confidence each lesson, explained things clearly, and never made me feel rushed. Thanks to him, I passed first time and honestly couldn’t recommend him enough.
Thanks Charlotte. Pleasure was all mine.
Fantastic experience: I started lessons with Ed in December 2024 after changing from a different instructor and passed my test in just 3 months! Driving with Ed was a really positive experience and a massive improvement from my previous instructor. He is calm, consistent and supportive. He thoroughly explained everything in a way that was easy to understand and made driving a lot less stressful for me as a learner. Would definitely recommend. Thank you Ed ☺️
Thanks Madison. Was a pleasure!
Fantastic experience: Ed is an amazing driving instructor! He is so kind and such an amazing teacher! I wouldn’t have passed my test without him! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a driving instructor!
Thanks Sophie. Pleasure to teach too. Drive safe!
Fantastic experience: Was recommended this brilliant driving instructor for my daughter. Ed created a really relaxed atmosphere, was patient and encouraging. Had a really useful app for booking and paying for lessons and tracking progress. Couldn't recommend Ed more.
Fantastic experience: The best driving instructor one could ask for- Ed is a pleasure to have teach you!!
Fantastic experience: Ed is an exemplary driving instructor—patient, reliable, and always on time for lessons. He made learning to drive a truly enjoyable experience.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic driving instructor. Patient and good at explaining. Would recommend to anyone.
Fantastic experience: Brilliant instructor, very flexible with lesson hours and availability. Thank you for helping me pass!
Fantastic experience: Ed is a great driving instructor. He’s taught me well and thanks to him i passed my exam first try. The lessons were very relaxed and he was always supportive. I’d definitely recommend choosing him.
Fantastic experience: Highly recommended compared with others we've tried. Calm, encouraging and communicative.
Fantastic experience: What a superb teacher! I went through3 driving schools before and by far ed is the best. He gave me back my confidence and got be me feeling comfortable and back on the road in no time! I would recommend to anyone!
Fantastic experience: Great experience with Ed! Really supportive and worked with my timetable. Would definitely recommend as a driving instructor he was always friendly and made me feel really prepared for my test!
Fantastic experience: Calm and patient. Always reliable. Excellent results for my 2 oldest. Will use again when the next one is old enough.
Fantastic experience: I have nothing but great things to say about Ed Boakes, my driving instructor from over a year ago and couldn’t ask for anyone better! Was super helpful, patient and kind. I was taught everything I needed to know and helped me pass my driving test first time. I couldn’t recommend him enough!
Fantastic experience: I'd highly recommend him to anyone! I was a bit apprehensive about learning to drive, but Ed took the fear away and made me feel comfortable behind the wheel. It was money well spent!
Fantastic experience: Top man best driving instructor
Fantastic experience: Very patient and calm. Was able to learn at a comfortable pace and passed my exam first time
Fantastic experience: Had great experience with Ed don’t think would have passed my driving test with any other instructor. He was always super calm and collected and would guide me when I was making mistakes as a pose to just telling me I’m doing stuff wrong. Great instructor hundred percent recommend!
Fantastic experience: I had 3 different driving instructors before I found Ed! He was honestly Amazing! He was incredibly flexible around my timetable and made sure that I got the most out of every lesson I had with him! He made me feel very comfortable and supported! I passed first time and I owe it all to Ed! I passed when I was 18, I’m now 25 and still find myself every so often thinking about how fun it was to learn to drive with Ed as my instructor! Could not recommend him enough!
Fantastic experience: Highly recommended Ed is a professional, calm and experienced driving instructor with a fab pass rate. Worth booking on to his waiting list
Fantastic experience: Top driving instructor and a top bloke. Highly recommended to anyone learning to drive
Fantastic experience: Ed is a great instructor. 100% recommend him.
Fantastic experience: Had a brilliant experience with Ed, he helped me not only to pass the test but to be a great driver in the process. Would highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: My daughter thought Ed was a great instructor he was patient and a good teacher. As the parent paying he was also a pleasure to deal with.
Fantastic experience: Ed successfully taught both of my children to drive and is super professional and friendly. From the very first lesson, Ed created a comfortable and stress-free learning environment, which was crucial for my teenagers who were initially quite nervous about learning to drive. Highly recommend to everyone looking for a driving instructor in the Aylesbury area.
Fantastic experience: Ed is a fantastic, friendly and professional driving instructor. Helped me to gain confidence on the road and passing my driving test. Very highly recommended.
Fantastic experience: Ed taught my son. Excellent instructor. He didnt even need many lessons. Passed with flying colours Thank you
Fantastic experience: A thorough and excellent instructor- I cannot recommend him highly enough. Professional, courteous and friendly. Most of his clients pass very quickly and it’s lovely to see how he celebrates every success. The best in the business.
Fantastic experience: Ed has taught both by children recently & been the most patient, calm, reassuring, encouraging instructor, highly recommend, the waiting list is so worth it. Thanks as always.
Fantastic experience: Ed is an amazing driving instructor. He has patience and explains in a way that just makes sense. I know numerous people that he has taught and passed 1st time and all highly praise him. He offers a highly professional & friendly service.
Fantastic experience: Passed first time with Eds help, great experience
Fantastic experience: Ed is a great driving instructor, he taught me to drive in about 6 months of weekly lessons. I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants to learn to drive.
Fantastic experience: Ed is a fantastic driving instructor, he has successfully taught both of my eldest children to drive and there is no way I’d use anyone else to teach my younger ones. He is patient and clear in his instruction, instilling enough confidence with equal measures of caution which makes for capable and proficient drivers. Thank you Ed.
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