Active Driving School

102 Durham Rd, DL16 6SQ, Spennymoor

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102 Durham Rd
DL16 6SQ, Spennymoor

+447963696933

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Independent driving school ran by Steve - 23 years experience. Reliable and fairly priced. Excellent reputation.

Our comment from DrivingSchoolsTOP.co.uk about Active Driving School:

Active Driving School is renowned for its exceptional driving instruction, led by Steve, who has consistently received outstanding feedback from students. Many users have praised him as a fantastic instructor who is patient, friendly, and always makes lessons enjoyable. His approach not only helps learners pass their tests with flying colors but also builds their confidence behind the wheel.

Highlights from user experiences include:

Students consistently pass their driving tests on the first attempt, with many reporting zero or very few minor faults.
Steve is appreciated for his ability to create a comfortable and enjoyable learning environment, making each lesson fulfilling.
Many learners noted Steve’s excellent communication skills, enabling them to understand driving techniques thoroughly.
Positive rapport with students, making lessons fun and engaging while maintaining professionalism.

While the feedback is overwhelmingly positive, some reviews suggested areas for improvement, such as scheduling flexibility. However, overall, the consensus is clear: Active Driving School is highly recommended for anyone looking to start driving lessons, thanks to Steve's dedication and expertise.

Active Driving School: Reviews

5/5 (26 Reviews)

Memento Mori 2 months ago

Fantastic experience: Steve is a fantastic instructor, patient, to the point and goes above and beyond to help you feel comfortable. Would absolutely recommend if you are looking for a quality instructor who cares about what they do. I passed first attempt on Friday morning

Active Driving School

Thanks Richy, you were a pleasure to teach.

Jonathan Fieldson 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: Couldn't thank this man enough. The amount of patience he had to get me through my test is amazing. Highly recommend to anyone

Active Driving School

Thanks Jonathan, it was so good to see you pass with only 1 fault.

Leanne Hutchinson 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Steve is fabulous!! Some really good conversations, really good advice and pushing me through the boundaries that I needed to be pushed through! Amazing instructor and would definitely recommend! 20/10! ⭐

Active Driving School

Thanks Leanne, you just needed a confidence boost and there you go, only 2 minor faults.

Lubo 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Brilliant instructor, helped me pass first time, great to chat to & always on time, highly recommend

Active Driving School

Thanks mate, really enjoyed your lessons.

Dan Hart 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: Stephen was an amazing instructor with a lot of necessary knowledge which he passed onto myself. I passed 1st time with ZERO MINORS and was all thanks to this man !! Would highly recommend him

Active Driving School

Thanks Dan. You were very easy to teach. Think the motorcycle skills helped. Good look for the future mate.

Evie Bains 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Stephen is a great instructor, easy to get along with and you can have a laugh. Passed with only 3 minors. He was always on time for lessons would recommend to people wanting to start driving lessons

Active Driving School

Aw thanks Evie it was an absolute pleasure teaching you.

Lily Robinson 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Stephen is an absolutely amazing instructor and he makes the lessons really enjoyable and fun. He is so patient and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better driving instructor than him- it’s all thanks to him that I passed my test. I couldn’t recommend him enough!!

Active Driving School

Thanks Lily and well done for passing first time. It was a real pleasure from start to finish.

Jo Ferry 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Fantastic driving school. Steve got me through my test quickly, always patient, great teacher. I would highly recommend to anyone learning to drive

Active Driving School

Thanks Jo, thoroughly enjoyed our lessons.

ben Mcdade 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Massive Thankyou to Stephen for getting me through my test with a first time pass Very experienced and friendly and knows how to build your confidence.Would highly recommend!

Active Driving School

It was a pleasure Ben

Jaedyn 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: passed first time, would recommend to anyone

Active Driving School

Pleasure teaching you Jaedyn

Josh 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Passed first time with 1 minor non-driving fault.

Active Driving School

Never in doubt Josh.

Arcelly Alviz 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Stephen is an excellent driving instructor. Very patient and always friendly, I passed 1st time. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is wanting to learn to drive☺

Active Driving School

Thanks Arcelly it was a pleasure.

Jordan Cattterson 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Absolutely class driving instructor, I would definitely recommend anyone to Steve that is wanting to drive.

Active Driving School

Thanks Jordan. It was all down to you sticking in and wanting to learn. Pleasure meeting and teaching you Jordan.

Lydia Ellerby 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: would highly recommended to anyone whose starting learning, felt really comfortable and never stressed and the lessons were very enjoyable, Learned so much and he got me passed for the first time within under 3 months. So grateful for all his help!

Active Driving School

Pleasure Lydia. Star pupil.

Joseph Wharrier 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Absolutely would recommend Stephen. Helped me perfect my driving skills and be more calm on the roads

Active Driving School

Thanks Joseph. Really enjoyed teaching you. Happy driving

Anna Fanelli 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Stephen is a great instructor, explains well how to improve your driving, each lesson makes a difference. Passed as a result :)

Active Driving School

Thanks Anna. Really enjoyed our lessons.

Mark Quinn 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Just Passed with Stephen today couldn’t recommend him enough easy to get on with and best instructor I have had highly recommend!!

Active Driving School

Pleasure Mark. You were one of my easiest pupils in 20 years. Few more of you please haha.

Lauren Hayton 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Stephen! I enjoyed all of my lessons and found the teaching to be very thorough and clearly communicated. Very pleased to have passed and couldn't have done this without his support!

Active Driving School

Aw thanks Lauren. You were very attentive. Pleasure teaching you.

Zoe Philippa 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Just passed my test today! First time with only 2 minors!! Steve is honestly the best driving instructor I could have ever asked for! I would recommend him to everyone!! Thank you for all the support and guidance! I will miss my lessons! Zoe

Active Driving School

Thanks Zoe it was a pleasure teaching you.

Aimee Hillier 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Steve! He was the best driving instructor I could ever wish for! if I started to panic he would always reassure me! He was a good laugh and got me passed 1st time!

Active Driving School

Thanks Aimee

GAZMEISTER GENERAL 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: So glad I was recommended Steve by a friend. He was very patient and made learning to drive a pleasure. Very professional throughout!

Janie Baxter 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Absolutely loved my time with Steve, don't think anyone else couldve made me pass

Active Driving School

Well done Janie. First time pass and a pleasure to teach.

Alan Lowther 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: You couldn't ask for better than Active (Stephen). I passed first time with only 2 minor faults (out of a permitted 15). Very clear instruction and all round great service. Recommended.

Active Driving School

Thanks brother Al

Sue Jordan 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Both my sons passed their test first time with Stephen highly recommended

Active Driving School

Thanks Sue. Both good lads.

Chris Morgan 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Absolute fantastic driving instructor. I would recommend to anyone.

Active Driving School

Cheers Chris

C H 12 1 5 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Would highly recommend this driving school to anyone, Steve was both patient and thorough with instilling safe driving habits that I still use today and made me confident on the road. Was more than ready come test day, passed first time with no faults. Cheers Steve.

Active Driving School

Thanks Chris. Zero faults - can't be bad