17 Plus
Information about 17 Plus
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 8h-20h
- tuesday: 8h-20h
- wednesday: 8h-20h
- thursday: 8h-20h
- friday: 8h-20h
- saturday: 11h-16h
Our comment from DrivingSchoolsTOP.co.uk about 17 Plus:
17 Plus is a highly regarded driving school in the UK, known for its excellent instruction and supportive learning environment. Many students have praised their instructors, particularly Damon and Phil, for their patience, clear communication, and ability to make lessons enjoyable. Clients have shared glowing experiences, often highlighting the following aspects:
- Exceptional Instructors: Students frequently mention the effectiveness of instructors like Damon and Phil, who build confidence and provide tailored support.
- Positive Atmosphere: Lessons are described as fun and relaxed, allowing students to feel at ease while learning.
- High Success Rate: Many reviews emphasize passing driving tests on the first try, thanks to the thorough preparation provided.
- Personalized Attention: Instructors adapt their teaching styles to meet individual needs, ensuring that all questions and concerns are addressed.
- Responsiveness: The school is noted for its excellent communication and flexibility in scheduling lessons.
While some users mentioned the cost per hour is slightly below average, this did not overshadow the overwhelmingly positive experiences shared by students. With their strong emphasis on safety and confidence-building, 17 Plus is a top choice for anyone looking to learn to drive in the UK. Highly recommended!
17 Plus: Reviews
Fantastic experience: Damon is an amazing instructor helped me build my confidence in driving .
Well done on passing your driving test,enjoy the freedom
Safe driving
Fantastic experience: I had an absolutely amazing experience with Damon. I have been hesitant about starting my driving lessons but Damon made the entire experience so much easier. I can confidently say that he is the best instructor I could’ve ever asked. He’s very good at explaining things while also being friendly and just chill. Thank you so much Damon and 17Plus. 100% recommend to anyone !
Thank you for your feedback, it’s always appreciated
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Fantastic experience: i had phil as my instructor for the pass couple months and i just passed today. he was brilliant and nothing he could of done more. even waking up early hours of the morning to get me to my test. thankyou phil.
Well done on your pass, safe driving
Fantastic experience: I had the best experience learning with Daymon at 17 Plus. In just a couple of lessons he taught me the essential rules and regulations for driving in the UK, and his sharp observation really helped me improve quickly. He’s also such a friendly and approachable instructor who makes lessons enjoyable and stress-free. One highlight for me was even singing in the car during a lesson, he made me feel so at ease that it became a fun and memorable part of my learning. Thanks to Daymon, I not only feel confident on the road but also came away with core memories from my driving sessions in the UK. I passed today on my first try. Highly recommend him and 17 Plus!
Thank you for your good review and kind comments
Fantastic experience: I had a great experience learning to drive with Damon. He was so nice and always made driving lessons funny. Damon gave me great tips for the practical test, and his feedback after each lesson was always constructive and encouraging. I'd highly recommend them to anyone learning to drive.
Thank you for your good feedback, well done on passing, safe driving>
Positive experience: I wanted to thanks 17plus and Dann for the journey that has been getting my driving licence. Last thursday, I passed my driving test 1st time with only 3 minors, while a couple of weeks before that, I had failed a practice test with my instructor badly. I felt the lessons and teaching I had was good as I was able to improve massively in such a short amount of time - its a testament to how good I felt the teaching was. I have had lessons with an instructor called Dann for around 10 months. Dann was patient, while knowing how to get his point accross which made him an effective instrcutor. I paid around £45/per hour which is think its a little below the average for lessons. Yeah overall I'd reccomend 17plus and Dann.
Thank you for your feedback, well done on passing your test, safe driving
Fantastic experience: Had Damon as an instructor and passed first time! Made me feel comfortable in lessons and always was a laugh (professionally ofc)
Well done on passing your driving test 1st time
Safe driving
Fantastic experience: Can't recommend enough! I passed first time with 2 minors. I was taught by Damon who is absolutely brilliant. Our lessons were always a right laugh and the driving instruction was always really patient, concise and understandable. His commitment to helping me pass was fantastic, including a 6 o clock start on the day of my test so I could practice before my 7 o clock test. Thank you so much!
Well done on passing your test
safe driving
Fantastic experience: 100% recommend. Damon was a great instructor hence passing 1st time. If anyone is looking to learn to drive, send them here!
Well done on passing your test
safe driving
Fantastic experience: with no driving experience at all I came to 17 plus with Fernando and in 5 months I passed my test! Both Fernando and Ian went above and beyond to help me pass and get through my test! I cannot recommend 17 plus enough
Well done on passing your test
Safe driving
Fantastic experience: Thorough and well taught lessons that were brilliant
Well done on passing your test
Safe driving
Fantastic experience: Only went and done it first time, this morning I’ve passed my driving test first time and what can I say without Damon on of the instructors at 17 plus it couldn’t be possible. A very nice, talkative guy know what to do to make sure you feel safe on the road and what to do to pass, definitely recommend 17 plus!!!
Well done on passing your test first time, safe driving
Fantastic experience: I was lucky enough to be taught by Damon. Worlds nicest guy and a brilliant instructor (got even me to pass first time!) Could not speak more highly of our lessons, Damon and 17plus as a whole. Have already recommended to other friends.
Well done passing your driving test 1st time and thank you for the good review
Fantastic experience: I had had driving lessons before coming to 17 plus and had even had a test which I had failed. I didn’t feel like I got on with my instructor so I came to 17 plus to try and help. I had been assigned Phil as my Instuctor and the first test I took after being assigned to him I passed with only 4 minors. Phil was a brilliant driving instructor who helped me learn things quickly but also allowed for me to take my time when I struggled. He was always a good laugh and helped boost my confidence so honestly could not recommend him enough.
Thank you for your review so please you passed and also enjoyed your lessons
Fantastic experience: Damon was great and really helped me with my confidence with really clear instructions and support
Thank you for your review
Fantastic experience: Cannot recommend Damon enough as an instructor! Every lesson was fun and relaxed but also nailed in everything I needed to know, and helped me pass today first time with four minors. He is always accomodating and will work around you. Huge thank you!
Well done on passing your driving test first time and so pleased you enjoyed your lessons
Fantastic experience: Damon was amazing , really loved how we were able to laugh and be taught at the same time. I passed 1st time.
Well done, safe driving
Fantastic experience: I can’t recommend Phil Borlase highly enough! From the very first lesson, he made me feel calm, confident, and completely at ease behind the wheel. His teaching style is patient, encouraging, and incredibly effective—he explains things clearly and never makes you feel silly for asking questions. Phil genuinely cares about his students’ success and tailors each lesson to your individual needs, making sure you’re 100% ready for your test and, more importantly, for real-life driving. Thanks to his expert guidance and support, I passed my driving test first time! If you’re looking for a driving instructor who is professional, knowledgeable, friendly, absolutely hilarious and gets real results—Phil Borlase is your guy. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Ps. He loves a good joke Thank you so much, Phil!
Thank you for your review, so pleased you passed first time and that you also enjoyed your lessons
Fantastic experience: Passed first time with Phil! He’s the best has the most time for you and will always help and be flexible when he can. Amazing! Highly recommend
Thank you for your review, so pleased you enjoyed your lessons with 17Plus
Fantastic experience: Just passed today with 4 minors on my first test! I was with Phil and thoroughly enjoyed each lesson. It was all straightforward and easy to understand, said in a way that makes it stick! I felt prepared for my test and was taught about every aspect that could appear in it. Thanks so much to Phil and 17Plus!
Thank you for your good feedback, well done on passing your driving test, safe driving.
Fantastic experience: Just passed first time with 17 plus. Many thanks to ian and Phil great instructors Couldn’t be more pleased with their service
Well done on passing first time, glad you enjoyed your lessons
Fantastic experience: Phil was my instructor, he was absolutely brilliant. Very patient, kind, and bit funny too! For anyone driving for the first time, I’d highly recommend him.
Fantastic experience: This is a fabulous driving school, especially Philip Borlase. I have just passed and I could not have felt more prepared and supported by Phil. I highly recommend him for anyone!
Well done Millie, you done it when it mattered
Fantastic experience: Just passed my driving test this morning and it was all thanks to my driving instructor Phil!! He made sure I was confident and comfortable whilst driving, and I definitely would not have passed first time without him. Thank you! :))
Thank you for your good feedback
safe driving
Fantastic experience: Had phil and is truly a lovely lovely man. Helped me pass and a credit to 17 plus
Congratulations on passing your driving test and thank you for your good review . Safe driving!
Fantastic experience: 17 Plus is a great driving school. Our son was assigned Phil who was fantastic from start to finish. He taught how to drive safely and not just pass the test. Brilliant support and communication throughout. 17 Plus was recommended to us and I would have no hesitation in recommending Phil and this driving school.
Thank you for your feedback and positive comments
Fantastic experience: I passed my test earlier today and I would have been completely useless without my instructor Phil. His experience shone through his teaching methods and made the learning process feel like a breeze. He was absolutely incredible and if I had to do it all over again I would do it with Phil at 17 Plus every time.
Thank you for your great feedback its always good to hear
Safe driving
Fantastic experience: I've passed my test today thanks to Phil. Fabulous instructor! I was able to have a laugh as well as learn things I found stressful in a safe environment. Couldn't recommend him more :)! Loves a joke so come prepared
Fantastic experience: Passed my test yesterday and I could not make it without Phil - my instructor at 17 Plus, who is incredibly professional and experienced! I received 100% attention, adaptive support, and patience in every single lesson. Beyond that, I received many beautiful explanatory drawings of cars and roads that visualise road knowledge perfectly. They teach how to drive and why, which creates confident and sensible drivers! The 17 plus also make the booking process easy and flexible. Thank you Phil and 17 plus!
Well done and thanks for your lovely comments
Fantastic experience: Have received an email from Paul Dooley thanking me for all the help we gave his son Connor in learning to drive and pass first time . It's nice to know that he would have no hesitation In recommending 17plus . It's also nice that parents take the time to thank us . Thanks Paul
Fantastic experience: I just passed my driving test today, and I couldn’t have done it without my amazing instructor Phil! They made learning so much easier by being both patient and incredibly funny, which kept me relaxed even when I was nervous. Every lesson was well-paced, and they took the time to explain things until I felt confident. I looked forward to each session and felt completely prepared on test day. If you’re looking for a driving school that combines professionalism with a personal touch, this is the place! Highly recommended!
Thanks
And well done to you on passing your test
Fantastic experience: Phil absolutely Rules, only teacher I have ever listened too and passed first time, genuinely lovely bloke and a really really good teacher, cannot recommend this school enough, 17 plus are super friendly and really easy to talk to and organise lessons, thank you so so much!!
Fantastic experience: 17 plus was really great at teaching me to drive well. Phil taught me very patiently and not only to pass the test but for everyday after. I highly recommend them for anyone.
Fantastic experience: I learnt with Ian, extremely patient and a great teacher. After passing first time I still hear his advice in my head on the road. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend 17 Plus.
Fantastic experience: I couldn’t recommend uncle Phil enough, a great instructor who loves a joke or two. Everyone lesson was an enjoyable one. A credit to 17 plus!
Fantastic experience: I learnt with Dann steer and genuinely was an amazing teacher, the environment safe and comfortable. I felt I could make mistakes and learn from them, and made me a better driver! If you were going to pick any company to drive with, definitely pick 17 plus! 100% recommend, thank you Dann :)
Fantastic experience: I had Dann as my instructor, and I'm so happy about this. I passed this week and I know I would have taken WAY longer if I were with anyone else (2 other instructors at 2 different schools who I learned very little from). He's patient, kind, and an incredible driver, tutor, and human.
Fantastic experience: I learnt with Ian and he was the most amazing instructor ever! Makes you feel really relaxed and calm, even if you're a nervous driver like i was. I would 100 % recommend 17 plus! I can't thank Ian enough for helping me pass my driving test. Excellent driving school!
Thank you for the lovely comments Grace, safe driving!!
Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend 17Plus, and especially Nick Capron who has been an awesome driving instructor. He helped me to build up my confidence by being calm, precise and clear, as well as being great company while driving. I cannot thank Nick enough!
Fantastic experience: With 10 years experience of driving auto cars, my wife found out quite stressful to pass manual driving test . After I spoke to Driving instructor Nick with his help she has passed test . i strongly recommend 17 plus and Nick! Thank you.
Fantastic experience: I have passed my test with 17 Plus from the first time! All thank you to my driving instructor Nick Capron! 17 plus and Nick have done everything for me to pass and be completely confident at my test! Highly recommend!
Thank you for positive review, safe driving Olya
Fantastic experience: Brilliant driving school very friendly they help you feel safe on the road and they talk to you about any answers you have my son passed and I'm going to use them again for my other son would recommend them to any one
Many thanks Beckie
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