
Dave Whelan

Information about Dave Whelan
WF2 8WA, Wakefield
Opening hours
Professional Driving Tuition
Our comment from DrivingSchoolsTOP.co.uk about Dave Whelan:
Dave Whelan is an exceptional driving instructor based in the United Kingdom, known for his patience, clarity, and friendly demeanor. He has received glowing recommendations from numerous students, highlighting the following strengths:
- Highly recommended for his teaching methods and ability to make students feel at ease.
- Provides clear explanations and helpful tips that build confidence.
- Has a fantastic sense of humor, making lessons enjoyable and engaging.
- Patients with learners of all confidence levels, ensuring everyone progresses at their own pace.
- Prepares students thoroughly for driving tests and focuses on improving their skills in a constructive way.
Many students have shared their success stories, with many passing their tests on their first attempt, often remarking on how enjoyable their learning experience was. While the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, the emphasis remains on Dave's supportive and friendly approach, making him a top choice for anyone looking to learn to drive.
Dave Whelan: Reviews
Fantastic experience: Top man very good instructor cant fault him at all Highly recommend
Fantastic experience: Would highly recommend, great instructor
Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Dave, very good instructor and had a good laugh on every lesson
Fantastic experience: Brilliant driving instructor! Helped me not only with improving my driving skills but also with combating nerves which played a problem in the past, couldn't recommend enough!
Fantastic experience: Driving with Dave was a great adventure as well as a huge lesson. We started from the very beginning. Dave was very helpful because every time he explained to me what and how I should do and every time he asked me if I understood. I got a lot of helpful tips from Dave about driving. He taught me to be a reliable driver. Only 14 hours was enough for me to pass the first time. I would like to say thank you. I highly recommend Dave. The best instructor!!
Fantastic experience: Dave is a brilliant driving instructor. Couldn't ask for any different instructor that would of learn me so quick and good to drive. He made my confidence better. Thnk you very much! Love your jokes Dave! :)
Fantastic experience: Could not recommend Dave enough. I had zero confidence when I first started learning, so he had his work cut out! But he was so patient with me, and I was test ready in six months. Can not thank him enough. Best instructor around by far!
Fantastic experience: Fantastic instructor, would recommend to anybody. Dave has the patience of a saint and his encouraging style makes lessons enjoyable. Thanks!
Fantastic experience: Great instructor. Loved every lesson. I would highly recommend Dave as he is very easy to get on with and he does everything he can do so you can get a pass! X
Fantastic experience: I would 100% recommend Dave to anybody wanting to learn to drive; he is very friendly, easy to get on with and managed to answer all my questions about driving. He managed to get me a pass with 0 faults on the first try. Thanks Dave!
You’re very welcome Jack. Super well done on your clean sheet!!
Fantastic experience: I can't recommend Dave enough. I've gone from being an overly anxious, unconfident learner - who dreaded lessons to enjoying driving and passing first time! He is patient, knowledgeable, calm and reassuring and you'll have a laugh too :)
Fantastic experience: Dave is fantastic instructor and a very good friend through my driving I would recommend him 200%
Fantastic experience: Fantastic instructor, extremely patient, explains everything clearly and with his help passed in 12 weeks, first time!! Massive thank you again Dave!!
Fantastic experience: Would highly recommend Dave (Ex L Driving) as a driving instructor, as he will make sure you get the most out of your lessons and will answer to anything you are unsure of. He’s easy to get along with, and will make sure you feel safe and at ease on all lessons.
Aww, thanks Luke. Enjoy a lifetime of driving!!
Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Dave as an instructor. He was very patient, helpful and very organised on lessons. If it wasn’t for Dave I wouldn’t of passed first time so a big thank you!!
Fantastic experience: I would recommend Dave Whelan from Ex L Driving for a instructor. I pass my test last week Friday first time with him. He is very good, his is very charm with instructions and his learning methods are easy to learn and remember. He got me upto test standard's in 5 2 hour lessons.
Fantastic experience: Amazing driving instructor! So friendly and patient, loved all the lessons! Would highly recommend to anyone
Fantastic experience: Dave whelan is an excellent instructor, kind and always up for any questions , and he will get you passing in no time!would recommend him.
Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Ex L Driving with Dave!! He lets you take your time nothing feels pressured and if you have a goal of when you would like to be passed he makes it happen!! I passed 1st time after 4 months of learning to drive with Dave. A definite 5 stars from me
Fantastic experience: Passed with Dave first time. Absolutely faultless as an instructor. Couldn't have asked for more really. He's patient and understanding and progresses through what you need to learn at the right pace. Doesn't needlessly focus on things you can clearly do well, but is quick to identify errors or things you need to improve on and shows you how to get better. He prepares you well for the test and doesn't string it out to try and get more money out of you. Good to have a chat with whilst driving around as well. We had some great discussions! I'd happily recommend anyone to learn with him and Ex L Driving. Thanks again Dave! Couldn't have done it without you.
Fantastic experience: Very patient and kind, explains everything fully. Would definitely recommend!!
Thank you Katie, I hope you're enjoying your full licence
Fantastic experience: Great driving instructor and had a good laugh on every lesson. Highly recommend!
Thanks James, you were a pleasure to teach
Fantastic experience: Absolutely great driving instructor, extremely helpful and can have a laugh along the way as well as being very professional! Tought me loads of ways to make the things I struggled with the easiest, would 100% recommend.
Thanks Lewis, happy to help
Fantastic experience: Dave is a brilliant driving instructor. Patient, informative with a fantastic sense of humour he puts you at ease within minutes, builds your confidence behind the wheel and teaches you at a comfortable pace. He even got a ridiculously nervous driver like me though my test first time. Fully recommended.
You did so well Nicki, from nervous to expert in no time at all!!
Fantastic experience: Fantastic instructor patience of a saint when i made mistakes and really helped my progression. Highly recommended
Thank you for your kind words, enjoy your new found freedom!!
Fantastic experience: Dave is a great driving instructor. Pleasure doing business with you!
Thank you Simon
Fantastic experience: Excellent teaching and very friendly! Would definitely recommend
Thank you Jack, it has been a pleasure teaching you.
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