Andrews Independent Motoring School

Fantastic experience: I passed my driving test the first time with 3 minors on Tuesday 1st August 2023 which is testament to learning to drive under Ian's excellent tutelage! I stumbled across him in early December last year after a few unsuccessful attempts to find an instructor in Caversham due to rising demands for learner driving instructors in the area post-pandemic. Fortunately, Ian was available and took me on promptly. I would highly recommend anyone looking for a suitable driving instructor to choose Ian, for a number of reasons: firstly, he is highly flexible and can work around busy schedules, secondly his personal methods to successfully carrying out the four manoeuvres (forward/reverse bay parking, parallel parking, parking on the right and reversing back two car lengths) are fool-proof when followed correctly. Learning to drive is a huge investment currently, and he understands and appreciates that and never puts pressure on students to book lessons if they cannot come up with the money on time. Ian covers a wide range of areas (e.g. Henley, Caversham Heights, Tilehurst, Southcote, West Reading, driving on motorways) and I really appreciate that because the objective is to be a successful driver in general and, therefore, not limit driving to just test route areas. When carrying out an emergency stop, he took the time to explain the mechanics behind how an anti-lock braking system actually works in such a scenario (cadence braking) so he is equipped with a lot of knowledge. Ian also strongly emphasises the importance of early planning (including constant mirror checks!!) and road positioning which has thoroughly improved my driving. I consider Ian to be a confidence builder when it comes to driving and, albeit there were a few times when I felt nervous driving on busy roads, he did not come across as patronising and never gave up on me even when I constantly made avoidable minor errors. Finally, aside from learning with him, he a great person to chat with and we have had great conversations on various subjects of interest!

Fantastic experience: Ian was an excellent instructor! Passed first time!

Fantastic experience: Ian was a excellent teacher, refined my skills and I achieved a first time pass! Thanks for all your help and patience.

Fantastic experience: we needed to switch instructors after my grandson was having lessons with a driving school.They were spasmodic in their timings and available lessons. Since my grandson has been using Ian , he has enjoyed his lessons, and always on time. My grandson passed 1st time of trying- great result. would recomend to anyone

Fantastic experience: I had a great time learning to drive with Ian. I consider myself a nervous driver but was able to feel confident and competent enough to pass my practical test first time. This was despite driving lessons only resuming two weeks before the test (after a 3 month break) due to Covid. Ian is easy going and has a good sense of humour. I would definitely recommend Ian to anyone learning to drive in the area. p.s. Sorry for accidentally stealing your pen after the test Ian.

Fantastic experience: Really enjoyed learning with Ian, a great teacher and a really nice bloke! Great fun and couldn't recommend him enough!

Fantastic experience: Ian Andrews was recommended by a friend so we used him for my sons lessons. My son liked his teaching style and we were very impressed with how quickly he progressed. He passed his test first time! An excellent recommendation for us and I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone else.

Fantastic experience: Ian has been an amazing instructor. He is very calm, knowledgeable, clear with instructions and demonstrations, and has helped me to build the confidence and skills necessary to pass my driving test. I have thoroughly enjoyed all of our lessons as on a personal level Ian is also somebody who makes you feel at ease and comfortable, and very nice to talk to. Overall, I would say as a new driver he has been pivot in helping me to not only pass my driving test, but to be a safe and aware driver on the road. Thank you very much Ian!!!

Fantastic experience: Simply Amazing! I truly enjoyed learning to drive with Ian as my instructor! He was super professional! Great at his job whilst still being fun and a great laugh. Truly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Amazing driving school! patient, knowledgeable, thorough and went above and beyond to help me with my driving test. Lessons were always fun and enjoyable. He was always available to answer questions. Massive thank you to him. Would really recommend

Fantastic experience: Had great learning experience with Ian, and good fun too. Taught me comfortable and confident style of driving, many thanks!

Fantastic experience: I recently passed my test first time after lessons with Ian. He was an excellent driving instructor; knowledgeable, constructive in his teaching and generally enjoyable to be around. Lessons always felt focussed and Ian was flexible in booking them. I would highly recommend learning with Andrews Independent Motoring School!

Fantastic experience: Just passed my test first time with Ian. He was a really great instructor. I was very nervous and struggled at first but he was patient, friendly and constructive and I steadily built my confidence. I would 100% recommend as he was flexible so I could fit lessons around college. Thanks Ian!!

Fantastic experience: I have just passed my test with Ian at AIMS. He is an amazing instructor - patient, friendly and funny whilst also being constructive. I am naturally a very nervous driver (couldn't even go over 10mph on my first lesson), but Ian always made me feel comfortable. I honestly couldn't have asked for a better instructor, and I would highly recommend AIMS.

Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend AIMS - with lessons fitted in around my daughters school and other activities - she passed her test first time thanks to expert tuition and patience shown by her instructor.