OTTERY ST. MARY DRIVING LESSONS
OTTERY ST. MARY’S LEADING DRIVING SCHOOL OFFERING HIGH QUALITY LESSONS
Training Wheelz has been offering driving lessons in Ottery St. Mary for many years now. Our excellent first time driving test pass rate and the professionalism of our driving instructors has built our excellent reputation and trust with people looking to learn to drive. The prospect of learning to drive can be quite unnerving but don’t worry, your Training Wheelz Instructor will be fully qualified, CRB checked for your safety, experienced and trained to a very high standard. All Training Wheelz instructors conform to the Industry Code of Practice so you will be in safe hands.
At Training Wheelz we will always start you off somewhere quiet and safe. In Honiton there are not that many of these so we will take you out to the ‘old’ A30 road and start in the lay-by near Weston. The road is actually a very good starter as it is relatively long and straight. Although it is a 60mph limit, due to the nature of the road, any cars get past us fairly quickly so you can be assured of a stress free lesson and, in any case, your instructor will be making sure everything is safe for you.
We can then move on to some quiet roads around the back of the town (it is unusual even for people who have lived in Honiton for a long time to know these roads as they are so quiet!). There are then other roads you can progress to before moving on getting on to the dual-carriageway prior to roads in Exeter in preparation for your practical driving test.
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PRICES FROM JANUARY 2024
Hourly Lesson Rate: £50
Block Of 8 Hours: £375
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OTTERY ST. MARY DRIVING LESSON REVIEWS
Initially the main determining factor was the cost and also if the instructor would be able to work around my timetable. Exeter Driver Training definitely wasn’t the cheapest one around. But, what made my mind up was that Kevin took the time to understand what I need and answered all the questions that I had in mind as opposed to other schools that I have contacted previously.
I have a difficult timetable to work around – Kevin was very organised and was very accommodating. And it was important that the instructor knows what is required of the test and was able to help me progress quickly!
I already knew how to drive but have not driven a manual for a really long time. I was surprised that I learnt how to handle a manual again really quickly. And, if I ever have to drive a manual again I think I would be able to handle it well as I have a better understanding on how to drive a manual car.
I am now definitely a better driver than before. Kevin was very clear and always explained everything that I did not understand.
Kevin was a great and experienced instructor. He understood what I needed and I passed! And having the access to the Theory Test Pro test was really helpful as well.
“The most important criteria when choosing my driving instructor was to find someone who is motivating. Also to have someone who is patient and passionate about driving.
Learning to drive was definitely a lot more difficult than I thought! But since I changed to Training Wheelz, it has been an absolutely amazing experience and I really enjoyed driving.
The teaching methods used were perfect. My confidence in driving was really low after failing the test twice with my previous instructor and I got really frustrated with it. But Kevin motivated me and gave me confidence in my driving ability.
I would 100% recommend Kevin. He is a brilliant instructor and someone who is passionate about his job. All the lessons I had with him were really enjoyable.”
“I am delighted I chose Training Wheelz and Terry has been an excellent instructor. His extensive knowledge and calm demeanour have made the learning experience enjoyable. Terry’s teaching method is fantastic – he consistently asked me what I’d like to focus on during our lessons. He’s provided me with a systematic approach to road hazards. Thanks to his training, I’ve become an independent and confident driver! I truly appreciate his encouragement and patience, as I wouldn’t have come this far without him.”
Lisa a great instructor, I highly recommend her!
“I needed to choose an instructor who was able to deal with someone who has anxiety when it came to driving and can deal with someone who had bad experiences in the past. I chose Training Wheelz as I saw them advertise on Facebook and read how good the reviews were. I was also looking for a female driving instructor. I enjoyed having the chance to drive a car independently and watching how I progressed every week. Bev’s instructing methods were amazing! I was able to learn from my mistakes and progress so well with the instructions given. Bev more than met my expectations. I needed someone to be patient with me and build my confidence up throughout the lessons and Bev did an amazing job at doing this. I went from having little confidence in getting into a car to managing to pass my test first time which shows how amazing Bev was. She also made sure to fit me in for lessons every week even though my work rota was unpredictable. I couldn’t have asked for any more. I can’t thank Bev enough for everything she has done for me to help me with my driving over the last few months. She’s been so patient and so understanding and she never gave up on me when I had a few bad days. Whenever I made a mistake we sat and spoke about it and then laughed about it. She never made me feel little or that I couldn’t drive. And the fact she used to have a laugh with me in the car and have conversations with me while I was driving made me feel at ease and I felt so comfortable driving with her. Sometimes it felt that she wasn’t my instructor but more of a friend I had in the car. As someone who would stress about lessons and let my head get the better of me Bev never let me feel like that and always encouraged me in the best ways and thanks to Bev I started to enjoy my lessons and I wanted to drive rather than making myself do it. Thank you so much. I had a lot of different instructors through my time of learning to drive. This was spread over 5 years but I never committed to my other instructors as they weren’t giving me the help I needed and I felt they weren’t as interested as Bev was. My other instructors weren’t as calm and I felt like I was under pressure with them and that’s why I gave up driving for a few years as I used to feel rubbish after my lessons. But Bev was the complete opposite and I’m so grateful for that.”
“Thank you. I don’t think I would have been able to pass first time without Christie – she’s amazing! We practised test routes, mock tests and did some real life driving outside of a test environment. Highly recommend and as much as it’s great to have passed, I will miss my weekly lessons!”
“I would definitely recommend Bev. She not only taught me how to pass the test but also how to be a good, safe, confident driver. She catered to me as an individual, pushing me to improve with every. lesson, all the whiule encouraging me and making sure I was learning in the most suitable way for me. I’ll miss our lessons together”
“I would definitely recommend Training Wheelz. I learnt with Terry and will sadly miss my lessons now I am leaving Exeter. He’s incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. which was such a relief for me as a learner with zero experience and being a bit nervy on the roads. Thank you for all the help!”
“I had a wonderful time with Kevin on my lessons. He taught me a lot as I began my driving, having no idea about anything. The lessons were calm, comfortable and relaxed, helping me to progress quicker than I thought I would. I would recommend anyone in the area to use Training Wheelz!
“I wanted to find a driving instructor who would be supportive and understand my nervousness around learning to drive. Kevin was highly recommended by members of the local community. He sounded friendly on the phone and was happy to take me on. He kept everything very light-hearted and never put too much pressure on me. His teaching methods were excellent. I felt supported and calm. Did he meet my expectations? 100%. He had a good sense of humour and explained things in very simple terms so they were easy to remember.
He was very supportive and understanding. In previous lessons explanations were much more complex and hard to remember. Also other instructors had been more short-tempered and less supportive, too quick to correct mistakes rather than let me learn from them.
I definitely recommend Kevin and Training Wheelz!”
‘The most important thing for me when choosing my driving instructor was patience as I know that driving isn’t something you just pick up on. I needed someone that would make sure that no matter how much I struggled, I pushed on through. I guess you could say, someone motivational, which Christie certainly was! Furthermore, I needed an instructor who was clear and precise with instructions as I struggle with directions enough as it is. Finally, I needed an instructor who was friendly as there is nothing worse than feeling awkward for 2 hours and making mistakes in front of someone who made me feel awkward enough already! Fortunately, Christie was very clear with instructions, was very professional, but also made me feel so comfortable in the car!
Learning to drive was harder than I expected. I found it challenging during the first few weeks, but soon began to find driving rewarding.
I would recommend Training Wheelz to anyone as I find their methods of teaching very accessible. I thought I would really struggle with learning to drive as it’s a whole new skill and it has always taken me a while to master a skill and driving for me was a very scary thing. My instructor, Christie, pushed me out of my comfort zones in order to stop me feeling so nervous when having to deal with things that usually freaked me out (e.g roundabouts!). Christie really helped me to see past all of that. So thank you very much!!!’
“I chose Training Wheelz for their location mainly as Tom lived quite near me – other than that it was a choice of which school was available due to Covid! Tom was brilliant and the diagrams he brought to the lessons helped demonstrate what to do on roundabouts, for example. I really enjoyed the conversations with Tom and being equipped to pass my test. Tom absolutely exceeded my expectations, not only was he a good instructor but also great company.”
“The most important factor in deciding who to learn with was the amount of positive reviews on their website. Other factors included having a good car, friendly, experienced and being able to start my lessons at Exeter College. I enjoyed learning to drive. I had hoped to take less time but Kevin’s experience helped me put in for my test at the right time. I found his teaching methods highly effective. I would definitely recommend Kevin as I passed first time. He was highly knowledgeable and friendly.
What could we have done better to improve our customer service or enhance your learning experience with us? You are too popular! Once you have a regular time that works well each week, but there was not much availability to add in a second lesson.”
“I chose Training Wheelz based on their reliability from other people’s reviews. Learning to drive was something different to do and passing my test has given me more freedom. Kevin’s methods were very helpful and he was very patient. He taught me how to drive well so I was able to pass first time. He was a very helpful teacher.”
When looking for a driving instructor there were a few things that were important to me. The main thing was that the instructor was friendly and easy to talk to. I felt like Christie was both of these things. At first I wasn’t sure that I was ready to learn to drive, but as the lessons went on I started to think that this was the right time. I need to learn as it would really benefit me when I am working. Just want to say thank you to Christie and all the team for all you help. I couldn’t have done any of it with out your help.
“I would highly recommend Training Wheelz. I did my lessons with Vicki and, pleased as I am to say I have passed first time, I will miss my weekly lessons. Vicki was very patient and made me feel completely at ease. She helped build up my confidence and made driving an enjoyable experience. She gave easy to follow instructions and encouraged me to leave my comfort zone which resulted in a first time pass with only 2 minor faults. 100% recommend!”
“Best company to take driving lessons with. Kevin made me feel so comfortable and I’ve passed my driving test first time!”
I had heard brilliant things about the instructors about how supportive they are and how encouraging they are, so it seemed like the best place to go to. Over the time I was learning with Training Wheelz my instructor made sure I was comfortable doing all the aspects of driving, making me feel more confident over what I was doing, and helping me loads in areas I needed to improve on. I was given lots of advice for the best resources for my theory test and what I should work on for my practical test.
Christie, who was my instructor, was incredibly supportive through my whole time using Training Wheelz and helped me build my confidence out on the roads. They make sure you’re confident on busy roads so for when you drive on them in the future you know what you are doing and how to do it safely.
I would recommend these driving instructors to anyone currently looking for a driving instructor.
“Highly recommend Claire! She is so lovely and has been so patient with me throughout all our lessons. She made me feel very comfortable from day one which definitely makes driving easier. Very grateful to have such an amazing instructor. Thank you!”
“I have passed my driving test recently and I can’t say how grateful I am to Vicki for her time and most important her support and patience through this journey. She is so easy to get on with and really friendly. I can say that Vicki is an amazing instructor and she did believe in me which made me confident. I do recommend her 100% to anyone looking for a driving instructor.
Thank you Vicki for everything!”
“I had the most easy and comfortable time learning with Training Wheelz, passing in. less than 2 months and having enjoyable lessons every single time. Vicki, my instructor, made me feel at ease throughout all of our lessons and helped me overcome any anxieties or wobbles I had whilst driving. Hugely recommend, lessons booked with ease and always making it fit with you. They are fab!”
“When I was choosing a driving school, I wanted to make sure I found somewhere that could be really flexible around my work hours, and also a driving school that could accommodate my financial situation as an apprentice.
I chose Training Wheelz as the people I live with passed with them. They both spoke highly of the company so I knew that’s who I wanted to learn to drive with. I enjoyed building my confidence when learning to drive, and having chats with Kevin whilst driving around. I found Kevin used really great instructing methods, he would not always give me the answer but instead would help me work it out myself, which in turn to as very helpful in a test situation. Kevin met my expectations fully. I found he was always very kind a patient, and before every lesson we discussed what I wanted to do to ensure I was getting the most out of our time. I am going to miss driving lessons with Kevin, we always had a fun time, and he was always very helpful and kind. I found he was especially helpful over the COVID-19 pandemic in that he was always very informative and kept me up to date on when I could finally have a test! I would recommend Training Wheelz to others as I found my experience with them to always be very pleasant. My instructor was always easy to talk to and helped me whenever I needed it.”
It was a big decision to have a complete change of career and decide to become a driving instructor but one which has been the best thing I have done and I only wish I had done it sooner!
I chose to do my training with Kevin from Training Wheelz. I realised using his (and Christie’s) company would offer me the quality of training needed to ensure that I was completely prepared for the 3 tests needed to become fully qualified. I initially looked into training with a larger driving school but after further investigation it soon became apparent that I would not get the 1:1 training and support I required. The training sessions with Kevin were informative (and fun!) and gave me both the knowledge and the confidence to go on and pass everything first time! Since qualifying both Christie and Kevin have used their experience and expertise to continue to offer support and guidance which is important especially during the early months of starting out in this new career. I can’t recommend them enough!
“Excllent. Kevin is an amazing teacher, teaching to drive and not just pass your test. Recommend 100%. Emily will miss her lessons but she is ready for her freedom.”
“It was important to me to find an instructor who is patient and asks me what I want to do in a lesson. I was encouraged to choose Training Wheelz after treading their good reviews and also a friend has used them and passed. What I enjoyed about learning to drive was once everything clicked; the freedom it makes you feel, and it’s actually quite fun sometimes. Kevin was a great teacher and helped me with my manoeuvres massively, by telling me tricks and reference points, that I hadn’t used before. He went beyond my expectations and I’m so glad I chose Training Wheelz. My driving lessons helped me to learn and get used to my new area, as I’m not from Devon. Kevin was very friendly and chatty from the first lesson so my nerves went quickly. I would definitely recommend Training Wheelz to others as I had a great instructor!!”
“When I was looking for an instructor, the most important thing for me was finding someone who I felt comfortable and confident around. Most of all someone who would push me to my limits when I didn’t feel I was ready to take the leap.
Other important factors was finding someone relaxed and making it fun and easy to learn not over complicating situations allowing me to make mistakes and not making me feel on edge when doing so.
I found learning to drive fun and exciting and couldn’t wait for my next lesson, I always felt so nervous before but soon as I was behind the wheel the nerves went because Kevin was always so happy and always had a laugh.
I found the teaching methods used really good and really easily explained so I knew what I needed to do nothing was ever over complicated which is really good for me and I have a habit of over complicating the simple things.
I would highly recommend Training Wheelz due to my own experience I never thought I would ever be able to drive because I always found the concept really hard from a previous experience but having such a relaxed driving instructor who made things fun and simple gave me the biggest drive in life to finally complete my lessons.
I’m greatly thankful for being given such freedom and a positive experience.”
“I had a wonderful experience learning with Vicki. I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. She made me feel at ease with every step and made me feel less anxious about driving! She is so friendly and would make anyone feel comfortable whilst learning to drive. Very easy to talk to and I will definitely miss her as my instructor. I couldn’t recommend anyone better!”
“Having passed first time I am thrilled and I count myself lucky to have had Ray as my instructor. I was initially very nervous of driving in town, however his huge experience as a driver and teacher allowed me to feel safe and reassured straight away. Having driven ambulances for years, he genuinely cares about producing safe drivers, and with such a broad range of vehicle teaching experience our lessons were enriched by advanced insights and tips for safety. I loved how he would ponder how best to break things down, taking the trouble to bring useful YouTube clips to illustrate points. It was a pleasure to be trained by Ray, not least because of his jovial and down to earth nature. Thank you for helping make driving enjoyable Ray!”
I was looking for a calm, nice and patient instructor who could explain things really well. I chose Training Wheelz as from what I had read on their Facebook page it seemed like a great driving school with good instructors. I enjoyed learning to drive because it gave me that independence and allowed me to learn a new life skill. The way Jacky my driving instructor taught me was by explaining clearly and showing me how to do things while driving. These really helped me because I take things on better visually or explained to me in a simple but detailed way. Jacky 100% met my expectations. She knew what she was doing and talking about whenever explaining it when I had a question. Jacky is very friendly and made me really enjoy the driving learning process. I couldn’t recommend her enough!!! My experience of driving was amazing. I understood everything my instructor told me and very much enjoyed my lessons each week. Even though my learning time and tests were disrupted by COVID, there was always something to practice. It was a long but easy and fun experience to learn with Jacky
I would most certainly recommend Training Wheelz. They have a good amount of students passing and their previous learner driver reviews sounded great and worth joining. My instructor Jacky was calm and helped me really well when needed.”
“As someone who waited a while to start learning to drive, my mum couldn’t have picked a better school to do it with. My driving instructor, Christie, was everything I could ask for. When it came to learning to drive, one of the most important things for me was to feel comfortable with who I was learning with. Christie gave me the help I needed without any pressure. She was incredibly supportive & patient with me and I must have tested her at the best of times aha! As someone who feels a lot of pressure & gets really nervous, Christie was great at keeping me calm and collected and helping me along the way. She was brilliant & I couldn’t have asked for anything better. I would recommend Training Wheelz and Christie in particular without hesitation & if you are thinking of learning to drive, please do pick this amazing driving school. She was more of a friend than a driving instructor & listened to me rant at the best of times. She was there whenever I needed her. Thank you so much for everything Christie. I’m going to miss our Monday & Tuesday conversations. I wish you the best.”
“I wanted a driving school and instructor who had good reviews and also one who lived near my home. Once I read the great reviews of Training Wheelz I decided to book with them. I enjoyed my lessons with Kevin (Sellwood). He helped me greatly to become an independent driver and built my confidence which has helped me with other tasks. Kevin’s approach was very effective for me. Kevin was very kind and understanding of my situation and helped me whenever I needed it. Kevin has a great deal of experience and is a great instructor. He was much more informative than my previous instructors as I didn’t feel they were very good compared to Kevin. I would definitely recommend Kevin and Training Wheelz.”
“I would like to thank Bev for helping me pass my driving test. She is truly amazing and one of the most wonderful people that I have met. Her professionalism and good mood have helped me get over the fear of driving. I highly recommend her and have already done so to some people and I am hearing only positive feedback. Many thanks Bev.”
“I was looking for an affordable, friendly instructor. I decided to go with Kevin (Sellwood) as he was recommended to me by several people. He is a very calm, patient instructor and I can’t think of anything bad to say about his training methods! I am very pleased I went with Kevin as he is one of the best instructors around. It didn’t matter how nervous I felt, or if I made mistakes, Kevin helped me to relax! I had lessons prior to those with Kevin and he made me feel a lot calmer and more relaxed. I would definitely recommend him!”
“I just want to thank Bev for her help and patience with my daughter. She’s been brilliant from start to finish, always doing hr best to help. We will definitely use Bev for any future lessons.”
“Vicki was the best instructor I could have asked for. She was always lovely and helpful and flexible with lesson changes. I recommend her to everyone I know. I had a great time learning to drive with her. Without her I would not have been able to pass first time. Thank you Vicki!”
“I wanted a driving school that had a good reputation. It also helped that they had a driving instructor who I knew. Kevin (Raven) made learning to drive enjoyable and his methods were very easy to understand. He was very helpful. I would most definitely recommend Training Wheelz to anyone looking to learn to drive.”
James’s mother says:”I want to say a huge thank you to Kevin and especially to his instructor Vicki for the amazing support you have given to James.”
“The most important criteria when choosing my driving instructor was having someone that sounded friendly on the phone. Other factors important to me when choosing were a friend’s recommendation, price and flexibility due to shift work. I’m not really sure what I expected learning to drive to be like. I didn’t think I would enjoy the experience but spent most the time laughing. I would certainly recommend Kevin, the whole experience was extremely enjoyable and well worth the time and money. There was nothing really that I can think could have been done differently – maybe not telling your rubbish jokes?! I honestly wouldn’t change anything I really enjoyed the entire experience. Thank you.”
“I wanted an instructor who I could get on with well. I was recommended to Training Wheelz by a friend who said they had good instructors. I learnt with Lisa Gorman. It was good to develop my independence. Lisa’s teaching methods were very good and easy to follow. Lisa was easy to get on with and she helped me whenever I had any troubles with anything in the car. Definitely one to recommend!”
“The things that were important when choosing a driving school was the pas rates and the overall positive feedback and experience from previous learners. The atmosphere in the car was always calm and I was never made to feel judged if I made a mistake or did something wrong. Kevin was always patient so I didn’t feel discouraged if I made a mistake and I was able to correct them. I also didn’t feel like I was having a lesson, it just felt as if I was driving normally with no pressure but learning new things along the way.
Kevin went above and beyond my expectations, he has always been able to fit me in with my varying work rota. He’s been very patient throughout as new skills don’t come straight away! My lessons were always fun and never dull which I initially expected driving lessons to be. I am beyond grateful for the help he has given me over the last few months.
I know a lot of people who haven’t enjoyed their driving lessons due to the fact they didn’t like their instructor. I cannot say the same with my experience. I mostly feel calm and relaxed when driving now and this is down to Kevin as he has built up my confidence on the road and built up my confidence and helped me progress my skills in a very helpful and friendly manner.”
“We are so grateful for your patience and support Christie. Rocky is thrilled but will miss his weekly catch ups! Thank you.”
“Learning to drive with Kevin Raven at Training Wheelz was such a positive experience for me. Kevin was patient, calm and constantly reassuring when I struggled initially, and was always willing to work at my pace. Having been incredibly anxious to start with, the nerves soon disappeared as my lessons progressed and I would recommend Kevin and Training Wheelz to anyone who struggles with anxiety that’s looking for a driving school. Thanks to the time and patience Kevin had I was able to pass first time!”
“I had Christie as my driving instructor and from day one she had a calming influence on me that continued right through my driving experience. I also enjoyed our weekly chats about tv shows!
I chose Training Wheelz as it is a local business with a good reputation and I have seen them driving around my village.
Christie helped me gradually to build up my skills and confidence during each lesson, she was very helpful and patient. I would most definitely recommend Training Wheelz!”
“Excellent service, very fair prices and very helpful instructors who helped me pass in just over 3 months.”
“Bev was a good instructor to me, she taught me very well and I learned very quickly. I don’t hesitate to refer others to her. Thank you so much once again Bev for your service, you are the best.”
“Learning to drive with Lisa was an absolute pleasure and I enjoyed every single lesson. Not only was she motivating, encouraging and patient, but she made learning to drive fun. Lisa is an amazing instructor, who has taught me more than just driving and I will miss her lessons and our laughs a lot. 100% would recommend!”
“I wanted a friendly and welcoming instructor. I was informed by another instructor that Bev was lovely. Bev was so good, celebrating my little successes. I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor, she was amazing. All my expectations were met and exceeded. Bev was always adapting her practice to accommodate my way of learning. She went above and beyond always and never gave up. Do I recommend her? Yes definitely! I have already recommended her to other people and will continue to do so. Really going to miss out lessons.”
“Driving lessons are essential for my job and wanting my independence so I decided to go with Training Wheelz after seeing their 5* reviews.
My instructor was Christie and she was extremely patient, knowledgeable, understanding and attentive. She helped me develop my confidence and independence in the. car and on. the road at my own pace.
Bering a really nervous driver I was always analysing what I was doing and she always took time to listen and explain things in a way I could really understand. She would give me clear directions and instructions in plenty of time so I was well prepared and at the beginning of lessons I would know where we would be driving to, what to expect/look out for on the journey and what manoeuvres I would be doing in that lesson which was extremely helpful and made me feel less anxious and more focused.
Christie was good at knowing when to push me when needed but I was never put into a situation or felt pressured to drive somewhere I wasn’t ready for. All of this is why I enjoyed my driving lessons so much and I feel like I have become a confident, safe driver which was my goal and now I love driving! I also passed my test first time so thank you Training Wheelz!”
“The convenience of having Kevin living over the road from me was the deciding factor on who to learn with, as well as being someone who I knew and who had taught my sister as well. Learning to drive was fairly straightforward for me as I had already passed my tractor test a few weeks earlier. The teaching methods used worked well for me and I would definitely recommend Kevin as I passed first time!”
“I cannot recommend Training Wheelz and Kevin enough. I had some previous learner driver experience but had taken a long time out before starting afresh with Training Wheelz. Kevin was very accommodating with availability around my working hours and his communication was always excellent. Driving did not come naturally to me, but with patience, and Kevin’s consistent and calm instruction, I became more confident and passed my test first time!
I am grateful for the emphasis placed on creating safe driving habits and mentality over just ‘passing the test’. This has helped my confidence immeasurably as I feel now I have a solid awareness of road safety and driving psychology.
Thanks for going ‘above and beyond’ to help me achieve my driving goal.”
“I chose Kevin as my instructor based on previous results with other learners and the reviews given by people that I know on what the teaching was like and what they thought about it.
Other things that were important for me were how local they were to me and the fact that he could fit driving lessons around my school timetable easily so that I had regular lessons. Learning to drive was actually easier than I had originally expected. I thought fast driving was much harder than it actually was and thought that the car would be harder to control but it turned out to be fairly easy! I found Kevin’s teaching methods very helpful and useful especially for the more difficult manoeuvres such as hill starts and parallel parks.
I would most definitely recommend you to others because the teaching was brilliant and everything said was really easy to understand. On difficult manoeuvres the needed information and teaching was given so that I could complete them, as well as this all the information given to me in lesson was easy to remember and apply to driving outside of lesson so I always knew what to do.”
“I would recommend Training Wheelz ands especially my instructor Claire Cross. I had never driven a car before and within a few minutes of my first lesson I learnt a bunch of things that impacted positively in my later lessons. Claire was amazing with me as she dealt with situations amazingly well including times that I wasn’t confident in myself. The way she worked with mistakes that lowered my confidence was brilliant as she made me recognise what was incorrect, why it was and how we could work on it effectively. I always looked forward to the lessons as I felt confident I was working with my limits. However they were pushed to a point that Claire knew I could handle as I grew as a learner, which always was a positive outcome. I will always look back and miss this time as it was a great experience mostly because Claire is the perfect person for me to have learnt with, as she is to many others as well. Honestly I am so grateful to have had such an genuine person who is patient, kind, funny and supportive. I know Claire is an amazing aspect to Training Wheelz.”
“I have just learnt to drive with Kevin at Training Wheelz – it has been amazing! Kevin is super patient and very understanding but also pushes you and places you outside of your comfort zone to achieve your goals. When I first started learning I felt anxious but now, thanks to Kevin, I can confidently drive. I would recommend Training Wheelz to anyboody”
“It was important to me to have a driving instructor who was both knowledgable and kind. A friend recommended Kevin Sellwood from Training Wheelz. Learning to drive wa sa completely new experience for me. I found Kevin’s teaching methods very efficient and useful, he was very polite and informative and I felt I always made progress on each lesson. I would certainly recommend using Training Wheelz.”
“Training Wheelz has good reviews, experienced instructors & good pass rates all reasons why we chose them for Ross. Kevin was very approachable when I phoned him. I was struggling to get a driving instructor for my son because of the covid backlog and he managed to fit him in with Andy. Ross enjoyed the lessons. I saw his confidence grow from day one, even when the lesson hadn’t gone so well Andy always finished on a good note. The instructing methods were very good. I thought the app was brilliant. The fact that Ross could look at it & add bits to it. He could see exactly where he was & what he needed to improve on. Andy was an exceptional instructor. He put Ross at ease & certainly went out of his way for him. I would say Andy is a fantastic instructor not only speaking to Ross but also telling us how he was getting on. I would recommend Andy to any would be learner. My younger son will certainly be having Andy as his instructor. Thank you Andy.
I definitely recommend Training Wheelz as it is a very good, professional company.”
“The Training Wheelz team have been absolutely amazing to learn with. I have learnt with both Kevin and Vicki who have both been fantastic at catering for my needs as an admittedly nervous driver. I have always felt at ease and have never felt rushed or pressured during my lessons. We have been able to go at my own rate knowing they have every faith in me. I wouldn’t have been able to do it without their patience and kindness. They have both been fantastic and I will be forever grateful.”
“I was looking for a nearby driving school with a good reputation with regards to ratings and reviews.
Training Wheelz were honest about how many hours they thought I needed and were very quick to find me an instructor, encouraging me to start learning as soon as possible.
The content of the lessons were normally planned in advance and I felt like I was progressing quite well. Additionally, Kevin (Raven) would always let me choose what I wanted to focus on/learn next, which meant any lessons I found easier wouldn’t need to be tediously repeated. I never felt like my time or money was being wasted.
Kevin’s lessons were well-structured and he would always use different methods or slow lessons down when I didn’t quite grasp a skill. Towards the end it was great to do a variety of test routes as these are what made me so comfortable during the test.
Kevin was a great instructor – he was always very encouraging and made sure to prepare me for challenging test routes and areas. He was very positive and always easy to communicate with during the lessons. He was also very flexible with times, making sure to provide me with sufficient preparation in the days leading up to the exam.
Although I only had a couple of previous lessons with a different driving school, I felt Kevin was a lot more understanding of my ability. My previous instructor would often be too cautious – frequently using the dual controls and touching the steering wheel, while Kevin was a lot more relaxed and had more confidence in me, thus leading to more enjoyable and productive driving lessons.
All in all I had an enjoyable time learning with Kevin and was able to pass my driving test sooner than I expected. I would highly recommend Training Wheelz and Kevin as a driving instructor.”
I’m so glad we decided to go with Training Wheelz as a driving school for various reasons. We could tell that the service would be amazing from the start due to multiple reviews seen online and the great comments left by many people. I started driving with Training Wheelz at the start of November and I was making great progress, even with two lockdowns that got in the way of lessons for a few months. As soon as we were able to continue, Kevin (my instructor) didn’t hesitate and we were back on the road again! Kevin helped me through my theory test with online theory test practice weeks before the test. Also, he managed to get me test ready in late June in case a driving test cancellation came along. Thankfully a test came along at the end of June and I passed! I would definitely recommend Training Wheelz for their great service, great value for money, teaching methods that work, and kind, approachable instructors. Thank you Training Wheelz for all your help!
“I was looking for a driving instructor who would be fairly local but also came with good recommendations. I also wanted someone with a good pass rate and who had been teaching for a reasonable length of time. When I began learning to drive it all seemed quite difficult and I didn’t think I would ever get the hang of it but it turned out I actually did improve lesson by lesson and with more practice. Kevin’s teaching methods were really good and I learnt a lot quicker than I thought I would. I would 100% recommend Kevin and I thought the teaching was very clear and efficient.”
“I chose Training Wheelz as Bev, their instructor, was flexible with availability and in the way she taught me. They were recommended by a family friend. As soon as I met Bev she made me feel confident and comfortable. I particularly liked learning the hard parts. Every time I overcame a new challenge I had a great feeling of achievement. Bev’s teaching methods were really useful. Rather than simply telling. Me answers, I was challenged to use my own knowledge and initiative. She also helped me think from other perspectives, such as a pedestrian. Bev was amazing, she was calm in the car and always stopped me for a chat if something went really well or not so well. Everything was clear and helpful and she was just a lovely person to be around.
My driving experience not only provided me with driving knowledge but also about general life skills. It helped me with better judgment when making decisions and also patience (it’s not a race!). Bev taught me this as, even when teaching my sister at the same time, she never compared us. She was lovely and fair and it felt like she truly wanted me to succeed.
Training Wheelz is a great, organised company. The signing up process was simple- payment too. Of the 3 driving instructors I have come across, they are all knowledgeable and friendly but Bev was by far the best!”
“Although the price of driving lessons is similar across driving schools, the quality of instruction and pass rates can vary considerably. Our 17 year old daughter had spent a year working and saving hard for her lessons and we wanted her to enjoy learning to drive as well as becoming a safe, competent driver. Evelyn had a few lessons with another instructor but things weren’t working out that well. Our friend’s son had just passed his test first time with Tom and his parents recommended him.
Evelyn found her lessons enjoyable and it was great to see her confidence grow each week as she embraced new settings and manoeuvres. We took her out quite a lot and she got better every week. Ty methods Tom used were modern, realistic and current which is already paying dividends. We had big expectations from Tom which he met as Evelyn passed first time.
Tom’s style of instruction, patient and calm, was exactly what Evelyn needed and her confidence grew every week. He was very realistic about her progress and she really enjoyed her lessons.
Evelyn had a few lessons elsewhere prior to those with Training Wheelz. I would say the bog difference in styles was the approach with Training Wheelz was much more practical and relevant.
As a parent I was petrified of my daughter behind the wheel of a car and driving off all over the countryside but seeing how confident and safe she is , is very reassuring.”
“I came across Training Wheelz on Facebook and they had a great deal on booking block lessons. I spoke with Kevin who put me in touch with Lisa and so glad he did as I wanted a lady instructor so I wouldn’t feel so nervous. Lisa was great at teaching and was kind and patient and made lessons fun. I was with Lisa for over a year and I looked forward to every lesson with her and our chats. I never thought I would pass first time but I did and that was down to Lisa and myself. It was a very emotional day for us both, not only did I have a great instructor, I now have found a friend in Lisa which is great. Anyone looking to learn to drive, Training Wheelz is the place to go – a great bunch of instructors.”
“Absolutely loved working with Bev, she so clearly taught me everything I needed. I felt comfortable with her as my instructor and looked forward to my lessons each week.”
“When choosing my driving instructor I wanted someone who would be patient with me and willing to go at my pace instead of rushing me through. I had seen a couple of my friends had passed and enjoyed lessons with Training Wheelz. I liked the fact that I could be in control of what I wanted to do and if I felt nervous I could do some parking in a quiet car park and if I was feeling more confident I could tackle some new tricky roads.
I found the instructing methods used very helpful and I felt like I knew I was making progress.
My driving instructor (Kevin Raven) made me feel at ease every single lesson yet still pushing me to make progress. After having two previous instructors that weren’t right for me I was ready to give up and accept that driving wasn’t for me when I saw a Facebook post of a friend who had passed with Training Wheelz so I decided to give them a message. I liked the fact they gave me a choice of instructors and told about each one. Right from my first lesson up to my test I was a very nervous driver but Kevin gave me the confidence I needed to keep going and to begin to love driving
Previously I felt like everything was either to repetitive or too fast. I like the fact that if I wanted to revisit something 10 times I could and if I felt like I understood something we moved on to the next challenge
I definitely recommend Training Wheelz to others!”
“Absolutely great. Only needed a few lessons with Kevin to pass and he helped to show me all the tips which were very useful. Very good experience with Training Wheelz and would definitely recommend.”
“I chose Training Wheelz for my driving lessons due to the availability of an instructor as well as the good online reviews. I enjoyed everything about learning to drive as my instructor (Kevin Raven) was very friendly, kind and patient. The teaching methods used were very effective and useful. Kevin was extremely helpful and understanding, he used lots of different teaching methods to suit me.
I had never had any driving lessons before and I would most definitely recommend Training Wheelz to anyone looking to get started with their driving lessons.”
“Well what can I say really. Started a year ago and driving lessons went really well, had some bad days but overall good. Had to slow them down as I failed my theory first time. Thankfully I passed the second time so Bev was able to book me back in. Due to working full time I was able to do weekend lessons so had two hours at a time. Had issues with the clutch and found roundabouts very nerve wracking. Bev, my instructor, was amazing throughout. From day one she was very patient with me and reassured me. It was really nice to find someone who understood how nervous I got and helped me out of my comfort zone. 70 hours of driving lessons, a few tears and a lot of laughs! I’m so happy with the instructor I picked, I don’t think I could have asked for anything more. A massive thank you to Bev. It was hard work and patience that got me a pass first time with NO FAULTS!”
“I was looking for an instructor who was friendly, supportive and patient and that’s exactly what I found in Bev. I enjoyed every lesson, she was an amazing instructor and someone you can talk to so easily which made the lessons a ,lot more relaxing. She always made me feel at ease and always had so much faith in everything I could do. This helped build my confidence a lot. She is very encouraging and never pressures you into anything you don’t feel ready for. I couldn’t have wished for a better instructor.”
“I had a great experience with Training Wheelz. My lessons were always made fun and enjoyable while still teaching me all I needed to know for my driving test.”
The most important factor for me in choosing Training Wheelz was that they were recommended to me by a friend. Other important factors were the price of lessons and that they are local and my instructor was friendly. I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started learning to drive and it was, perhaps, harder than I expected. The methods Kevin used were very useful in teaching me techniques that helped with my driving. I would definitely recommend Kevin as I passed! But also I was given confidence and belief in my ability.
“I want to thank Bev for her patience and her knowledge. She is a brilliant instructor. I’ve really enjoyed my lessons with her and I highly recommend her to everyone.”
“I chose Training Wheelz on the recommendation of another driving instructor! What did I most enjoy about learning to drive? Passing! Ha. I found that I improved with every lesson. It was great to smash goals and really feel myself getting better at driving the nearer i got to my test.
The instructing methods used by Bev were great! Really good practical advice that stuck in the memory. We would set goals at the end of the lesson for the following week. This was great at getting me to think about my progress in between lessons.I have to say Bev exceeded my expectations! She was always calm and good to chat to, which helped me feel less anxious. I always felt safe in the car. I was given good constructive and honest feedback often which really helped.
Bev was the one that finally cracked it for me! Failed 5 tests prior due to anxiety. Bev really gave me the confidence to get through the test and pass straight away.
I would definitely recommend Training Wheelz.”
Learning to drive with Kevin from Training Wheelz was a very enjoyable experience. I felt confident going into both my theory and practical tests after the great preparation Training Wheelz provided me with. Having access to theory test pro and the Zoom calls that Kevin held for us really helped me feel prepared when I walked into my theory test, and i think were key to me passing first time. Kevin’s teaching methods and ability to make you feel comfortable behind the wheel helped me progress quickly in my driving and feel confident not only going into my test, but when driving on my own, as he took me on a large variety of roads so I would feel confident driving anywhere. I would definitely recommend Training Wheelz to anyone wanting to learn to drive, not only for their great value for money, but for the helpful instructors and their teaching methods which I found great! Thank you Kevin for going above and beyond to help me pass my test!
“I needed an instructor who was patient and understanding and also able to work around my work. I chose ~Training Wheelz mainly due Kevin’s years of experience and his patience. The best thing about passing my test is the freedom now I’ve passed! Driving did not come naturally to me, but being able to have a conversation and spot dogs made it much more relaxing.
I couldn’t have hoped for a more understanding instructor. After a year (a whole year!) of lessons with Kevin I was able to do something I never thought I would. Through all of the mess ups, sound effects, and occasional tears – Kevin was supportive, consistent, and understanding at all times. Yes definitely!
If Kevin can teach me to drive, then he can teach anyone.”
“I needed someone who I felt comfortable with and Christie was literally a blessing. She made me much more confident and made me enjoy driving so much more than I did before. I’d heard through a lot of people that the pass rate with Training Wheelz was good which was obviously handy but I also heard how lovely everyone was and how they do everything they can do make you the best driver you can be. I had lost a lot of interest in driving until I started with Christie and I’m so thankful I chose Training Wheelz – I couldn’t have passed without them. I enjoyed everything about driving. I loved having lessons and the 2 hours seemed to fly by every week. Christie made me feel prepared and would happily talk through anything I didn’t understand so I was never worried about asking questions. I’m going to miss learning to drive but I couldn’t be happier that I ‘ve passed. I have Christie to thank for that completely. I loved the use of the iPad, being able to see the roundabouts I was just about to do which made it much easier for me. I am a visual learner and being able to see the actual roads before tackling them helped me so much. I also really enjoyed how I was always asked how I thought my drive went before Christie would say anything about it because the personal assessment made me remember things that I might not have done very well and may have forgotten. Christie met my expectations above and beyond. I felt I could chat to her whilst driving which made me relax so much more and she was so flexible with my school timetable. I couldn’t recommend Christie or any of the instructors at Training Wheelz enough to anyone thinking of learning how to drive. I had had previous lessons, which I struggled with and at one point I wanted to give up but I’m glad I didn’t – thank you Training Wheelz and thank you Christie!”
“Christie met my expectations of a great learner driver experience. Our lessons were thorough and I quickly built a good level of confidence on the road and about road safety. The teaching methods used were really effective, we covered a lot in one lesson, but I was also free to ask anything I wanted and go over anything if I felt uncertain. I felt at ease and generally looked forward to our lessons. This was important to me after an unsteady start with a previous instructor. With Training Wheelz and Christie as my instructor it was financially and emotionally rewarding knowing that I was learning and improving a great deal within a 2 hour lesson. It was important for me to find someone who I felt comfortable with and who has plenty of patience and understanding. I also needed someone who could encourage me to overcome my concerns and build my confidence. Training Wheelz had plenty of brilliant reviews on facebook which encouraged me to choose them. I liked how I could choose an instructor to suit what I was looking for – for instance a female instructor. I would be very likely to recommend Training Wheelz. Thank you to my instructor Christie for all your help and you will be recommended.”
“I wanted to find a driving school that was local and an instructor that would be understanding /accommodating of my needs. I chose Training Wheelz mainly due to their great reviews, they are local, and responded quickly to my enquiry. I enjoyed learning with Andy, my instructor. I had good engagement with him, he gave me really useful information and gave great attention to what I would need to be focused on for the practical test, especially as I am an experienced driver. His instructing methods were excellent and he is highly knowledgeable. Good communicating of approaches to the different situations encountered on the roads and all in a friendly, respectful way. The entire experience was very good and I would definitely recommend Training Wheelz.”
“Being able to pass due to personal circumstances was the most important criteria when choosing a driving school. Other factors included learning safely, the cost, the locations covered and their flexibility with my working hours. Learning to drive was easier and more relaxed than I thought it would be. I found the methods used very good. I felt very compatible with my instructor all the time, she was very relaxed, her teaching methods were strong and covered all the relevant areas. My instructor was quick to identify my weaknesses and applied more attention to them when teaching me. I would recommend Training Wheelz to others. I cannot pinpoint anything specifically with my instructor for improvement as she was excellent. Many thanks for getting me to pass so quickly – you have saved my life!”
“Since starting my lessons in April 2021 i knew that i was going to have a positive experience with my instructor Kevin. He invited me to zoom calls in preparation for my theory test in June and helped me to pass. He was so understanding and always made me feel comfortable during my lessons. From my first lesson to the hour before my test Kevin made sure i was confident in what i was doing. Thanks to Kevin i have managed to pass my test first time and i am so thankful that i chose Training Wheelz.”
“It was important for me to choose a driving school on both price and quality. I knew of Bev through a mutual friend so I was already aware that my criteria for choosing her would be met. Bev was very patient and reassuring and didn’t make me feel pressured at all. She knew how to calm me down and make me improve without pushing me too much. Her instructing methods were very useful. She would ask me at the end of each session what I wanted to do next week, so I had a lot of say in what we did which I thought was very useful in building my confidence. Bev definitely reached – and exceeded – my expectations. She was so lovely and reassuring. I’ll definitely be recommending her to my friends and family. The whole experience was an absolute delight.”
“I am a person who loves to drive and I am very fulfilled to be able to take control of the car step by step. I can feel the improvement in my driving ability through learning, which makes me enjoy it. I think Tom is a very sophisticated instructor, so I just remember the skills and experiences that Tom taught me and put them into practice. So I suppose the used methods fit me very well.
I think Tom’s methods are reflected by the way we can always have good communication and finally I passed the test the first time.
Tom is good at teaching and driving. And my experience of learning to drive is following the instructor’s steps. Familiar with safe driving habits, familiar with road conditions, and accumulated driving experience.”
“When I started doing my lessons with Bev I didn’t know how to drive at all but every single lesson I took with Bev she made me feel at ease and my confidence grew each time. Bev was also very patient and this was important to me because driving was a new thing to me and I had to learn everything from scratch. Bev was always so helpful and had tips to help with manoeuvres which stuck in my head and helped me in my test, they also help me now I’ve passed. Bev exceeded my expectations of a driving instructor, she made learning to drive a really comfortable experience for me and thanks to Bev I have good knowledge of the roads and I passed my test.”
“As a student, I was motivated mainly by the price of lessons on offer, and also the reputation of the driving school. I was seeking a driving instructor who would be patient, give clear instructions and make me feel at ease while learning to drive. I was encouraged to choose Training Wheelz as I saw some good reviews and also the staff seemed friendly
The most enjoyable part about learning to drive was being able to gain my freedom! My instructor, Kevin Raven was very calm and patient, and explained clearly and calmly. I really enjoyed my lessons, I think while I was quite scared at first, I now feel so much more confident and I am grateful for all of the help during these past 9 months
I would very much recommend Kevin.”
“I wanted to learn with a place where I knew that I would be supported and helped throughout my learning experience. I chose Training Wheelz as I had friends that has previously gone with them.
I enjoyed seeing my progression whilst learning to drive and how some of the big at the start became easier and easier as I built my confidence
The instructing methods used by Andy were excellent! He where my ability was and we took our time and making sure I was confident but also outside my comfort zone when learning new things. I also found it very useful doing almost all my lesson within Exeter as I became very happy and comfortable within the surroundings. Andy was a brilliant driving instructor and I would recommend him to anyone!”
“Things that were important to me when choosing a driving school were: reviews, how many people had passed with them, price, experience people had using that company. I decided on Training Wheelz as a couple of my friends had used them and Training Wheelz was also one that came up first when I searched online. I enjoyed about learning being pushed outside of my comfort zone and learning something rather exciting. The instructing methods Kevin used were very effective and worked well for me.He definitely met my expectations and was a lovely, friendly instructor.”
“The things that helped me decide to go with Tråining Wheelz were: the good reviews, what the instructor or instructors were like, what the price was per hour and the pass rate. And probably the most important was the opinions and experience of other learners. I am so happy with the new freedom passing my test has given me. The quality of teaching was excellent. Kevin was very patient, helpful and very good at explaining. He didn’t mid going over something more that once or twice. I would highly recommend him to friends or anyone in fact learning or considering to learn. My experience was excellent and couldn’t give my instructor any higher praise. Kevin was excellent, could give a single fault or negative thought about my experience in my lessons with him.”
“The most important things to me when choosing a driving school were price, availability and focused, kind and professional instructors. Training Wheelz were recommended by a friend who had learnt with them, passed quickly and highly rated them. Their website also seemed to show a company who valued clients as people.
I’d recommend Christie to anyone. I always looked forward to our lessons. I felt safe and relaxed in her company which is the perfect environment for learning to drive. She excellently adapted her lessons to the stage of driving I was at, having started learning in London. She made the process smooth and satisfying.
I learnt to drive in London prior to Training Wheelz and Christie uses more self reflection which is great. I enjoyed learning a new skill, seeing improvements from lesson to lesson and interacting with my instructor. The instructing methods used were brilliant. There was lots of self reflection, Christie encouraged me to analyse my own driving which really helped. We started each lesson by recapping what I learnt the lesson before, always building on prior knowledge and practise. Christie was kind, professional, and no nonsense. She pushed me to be the best driver I could be whilst always staying calm and attentive
I would rate training Wheelz 5 stars. I would highly recommend Christie and Training Wheelz as she provided an excellent service and was faultless! Thank you!”
“When choosing a driving school, it was important to me that the instructors have good reviews, that they were patient, friendly and also able to work around my school timetable, especially with it being in Ottery St Mary. Additionally, it was important to me that they would be reliable and easy to contact. A recommendation from a friend who was learning to drive with Christie encouraged me to learn with Training Wheelz! I found driving a lot more interesting than I thought I would and thoroughly enjoyed learning! I enjoyed being able to see myself become more confident as well as the sense of freedom that came with it! Each lesson was tailored to my abilities which made me feel confident when going into lessons, furthermore Christie was always calm which helped me to feel a lot more relaxing and helped me trust myself more. I also appreciated the fact that when I made a mistake/was about to make one, Christie would help me work out what the issue was instead of just telling me which is a style of learning I find very helpful! Christie was always friendly, patient and reliable. She also was great at explaining concepts to me. Furthermore, she was always easy to get a hold of and always willing to do the best she could in order to accommodate me with my school timetable, illness or other events. Due to my teaching from Christie, I felt sure of myself and surprising relaxed going into my test. I believe if I had used another driving instructor, that I probably wouldn’t have passed first time nor have been so calm.”
Craig Hale from Dawlish was our first driving test pass when lessons began again after lockdown. He has written this lovely review after his. lessons with our in structor Jacky Bird:
“I had. an incredible, although short, time (9 lessons)with Jacky Bird learning to drive. I honestly couldn’t ask for a more helpful, friendly and thorough person to help me. I would definitely recommend her to anyone wanting to learn to drive.”
“I wanted a driving instructor who would be dedicated to teaching me. My friend encouraged me to choose Training Wheelz. I really enjoyed the confidence I gained from Kevin’s approach, his teaching methods helped me develop my independence. I felt I always got as much out of my lessons as possible as Kevin was dedicated to helping me become the best I could. He used different techniques to help me and I would definitely recommend Kevin.”
“Before starting. driving. lessons I was an extremely nervous driver. I was looking for someone who made me feel comfortable and less stressed. I chose Training Wheelz after looking on the website. and saw lots of positive reviews. It seemed exactly what I was looking for.
I enjoyed the fact that I was allowed to make my own mistakes. and then correct them with the help of my driving instructor (Kevin). Also. I enjoyed the fact that I was encouraged to do things I. didn’t believe I was ready for to prove that I didn’t need to doubt myself.
I found the instructing methods used enjoyable. It allowed me to be pretty much in control and work out the answers to my questions for myself. Kevin was willing to answer anything that I wanted to ask and make sure I was definitely ready for my test.
Kevin met and exceeded my expectations. He allowed me to have my lessons to fit around my schedule which was really helpful as my work shifts were at awkward times. Alsi I liked the fact he allowed me to work on the things I felt I needed to work on and was willing to help in any way.
My experience with Training Wheelz was good. Kevin was always willing to help in any way that he could and made me feel very comfortable even when some things weren’t going right. He helped me increase my confidence behind the wheel allowing me to pass my test first time.”
“I wanted a kind caring instructor who has patience and made me feel at ease in any situation. I found the Training Wheelz on Facebook. At that time they weren’t in my area but then I saw Bev with the company car so I immediately inquired. Bev was great at building up my confidence and knowing if you push yourself you can achieve driving. Bev was genuine, kind and hones. She made things clear and took the time to give me an understanding with different reasons and outcomes on situations. She was amazing – kind, caring so patient. Bev is an outstanding instructor who truly helped with my anxiety. There was always structure to every lesson, and she has a good teaching ability. She is a credit to the company. Thankyou Bev I am sad to see you go ????
Training Wheelz are different – a genuine confident company who can make the best of any situation. If you made a mistake ok carry on it’s not end of the world. You truly learn not just to drive but reason the ‘how’ ,‘what’, ‘why’ and ‘when.”
“It was important for me to choose a driving instructor who was both friendly and calm. Kevin (Sellwood) at Training Wheelz had been recommended to me by friends. I enjoyed becoming more and more relaxed and confident while driving. Kevin’s methods were very good as he made me think for myself and properly understand what I should do and why
Kevin absolutely met all my expectations, overall it was a very enjoyable experience as I had never had any lessons before so wasn’t too sure what to expect at first. I would certainly recommend Training Wheelz as I received a very good standard of teaching.”
“I chose to learn with Training Wheelz after I had read their excellent reviews from past learners. I was really encouraged by all the positive comments. Another important factor for me was the availability of their instructor and flexibility with lessons. I wasn’t sure what to expect before learning to drive. I didn’t think I would enjoy the experience at all but luckily I really enjoyed my lessons. The teaching methods used were easy to understand and made learning to drive much easier than I expected. I would definitely recommend Training Wheelz to anyone looking to learn to drive.”
“The main thing I wanted from my driving lessons was that I could rely on my instructor to ensure that I would get the most out of my lessons. My sister had already taken lessons with Training Wheelz so I knew that it was a good school to be with. I really enjoyed learning to drive and the methods used by Kevin were very efficient and I learnt very quickly. Kevin met all my expectations as he helped accelerate my learning. Did our instructor meet your expectations? It was a very pleasant experience and I would choose Training Wheelz again if I had to as it’s a company that can be relied on for learning to drive.”
“Due to working long hours through the week I needed someone who was flexible over weekends. Bev at Training Wheelz was highly recommended by my old driving instructor. I enjoyed learning new things at a fast and safe pace. Bev’s instructing methods were very good. There was really good communication during and after lessons. The phone app is really useful. Bev is a very good instructor and explains the things you are doing wrong in a way you can understand and see instantly but also explains the things you do really good as well! She is a very positive person. I’m very happy to have been taught by Bev. I had lessons before – the biggest difference is the positivity even when you’re not quite doing the right thing. In lessons before I was never really praised for doing something good so therefore your confidence wasn’t always as high as it should be.”
“I wanted to leave a review for my instructor, Kevin Raven, and Training Wheelz. I put off trying to get my license for years due to a very bad experience with previous lessons and instructors. Kevin helped turn those negative perceptions around with his friendly and positive outlook – I soon got my driving confidence back. Thanks to Kevin’s patience and exceptional teaching methods, I was able to pass my practical test and achieve a long time goal that I almost gave up on. I cannot recommend Kevin Raven (and Training Wheelz) enough – if you are looking for great, friendly, and patient driving instruction, please get in touch with them!”
“I can honestly say that learning with Kevin has been an absolute pleasure. He gives off such a kind and friendly atmosphere which creates such a comfortable environment to learn in and takes an extremely detailed, calm and effective approach to teaching. I always came away from every lesson knowing it was money well spent. There is nothing at all I can fault him on and I would 100% recommend him to anyone who is looking to learn to drive.”
“You taught me so much in the lessons and you were so calm with me. I m so glad I had those lessons with you and I found them so useful. I passed my test with just 3 minor faults so I couldn’t be more thankful – I’m now free as a bird! I also wanted to say how well we got on which made me feel so at ease, we didn’t stop chatting which was lovely.”
“It was important for me to choose a driving school with a high pass rate and good reviews from students after passing. It was also useful that my instructor lived in the village. Training Wheelz had really good reviews and Kevin lives very close from where I am. I enjoyed becoming able to drive with little or no input from my instructor. I think the fact I passed first time speaks for itself!
Kevin was very good at teaching how to use and deal with a car rather than only drive it. I’m very happy with the results. I would definitely recommend Training Wheelz to my friends but most of them have either passed or already.”
“It was important to me to get someone w passionate about teaching me to drive. My sister recommended Training Wheelz. I enjoyed the feeling of understanding how to drive and the progression. The methods used by Andy were thorough without being to much to overwhelm me. Andy me my expectations were met, he was kind and patient and didn’t rush me. Andy was a great driving instructor, he was patient allowing me to take my time in answer his questions and learning to drive as a whole. I never felt rushed or that I was being judged by him and he made it a fun and enjoyable learning process.”
“I wanted a driving instructor who would be patient and support me. I had lots of friends recommend Training Wheelz so I was fairly sure I would be in good hands. Claire, my driving instructor, certainly met my expectations completely, she was very supportive and always encouraged me to the best I could. She made me feel so confident with my driving that I wasn’t even completely nervous in my test. Her methods of teaching me were very good and she helped me gain confidence in my driving quickly. Claire was amazing and so supportive, throughout the pandemic she kept in contact with me the whole time and I as so confident in my driving lessons that as soon as I did my test I wasn’t as nervous as I thought I’d be. I definitely recommend Training Wheelz!”
“I wanted an instructor with integrity and the knowledge that would be passed on to me in a genuine fashion. Bev was specifically recommended to me by my wife. I really enjoyed my lessons with Bev. I had never driven a manual car before so getting to grips with changing gears was particularly enjoyable – as were my chats with Bev and how absolutely calm and encouraging she was the entire time. Her instructing methods worked really well. Bev is very calm and understanding. It was all about what I wanted to learn and work on. She let me take control and I was able to learn at my own pace without judgment or concern. She explained everything in a way I could remember. I would most certainly recommend Bev – she met my expectations and beyond! I couldn’t even begin to convey how much she helped me with my confidence in driving. I really appreciate every effort she made! She went out of her way more than a few times to make sure I was taken care of. I felt safe, calm in all my lessons with her. She really did put my learning and my concerns first. Bev is absolutely amazing! Really a well trained and well suited instructor.”
“The lessons were booked by my partner and she wanted someone local and recommended by others. What we really liked was the little portfolio of each instructor on the website so you felt they weren’t strangers when they came to pick you up. The lessons were for parallel parking as I’d never been taught this years ago. It was a very different experience to how I was taught 31 years ago as you are no longer instructed but encouraged to think for yourself, i.e. if you think you did it well, you are asked what was good about it or, if it wasn’t so good, then why didn’t it go so well, what could you do differently to correct it? I found the whole thing really useful as I was able to work out what I was doing incorrectly. E.g. turning too quickly, not going back far enough etc, and then correct myself. This will enable me to parallel park by myself in the future and give me the confidence to try more often as I now have the tools enabling me to perform the manoeuvre and correct any mistakes.
The whole thing was a very enjoyable experience. Kevin is friendly, approachable and, by giving me the confidence to perform the manoeuvre I now believe in myself and I can actually parallel park after all these years. Thank you so much for helping me gain confidence and self belief in my ability.”
“When choosing s driving school it was important for me to find an instructor who would teach me the skills needed and to pass driving test! Bev was recommended to me – she was a very patient and knowledgeable instructor and she was very encouraging, helping me to overcome my fears and to pass my test. I most definitely recommend Bev as she is a very skilled and professional instructor.”
The most important criteria when choosing my driving instructor was for them to be local and it really helped that I was able to have lessons after work. Other factors I had to consider were price, the length of the lessons and the dates that I was available as I work full time and had to fit my lessons in and around my work life. I expected learning to drive to be really difficult and I am quite a nervous/anxious person but Christie made me feel relaxed and comfortable and it didn’t take long until I felt happy driving and it gradually got easier. Christie was a great instructor, I learnt very quickly. I found it really difficult to bay park and Christie helped me to find a point of where to turn and I am now successful almost every time. She is also very calm and relaxed and runs through everything afterwards. She always lets you know if you need to work on something, and then runs through with how to improve. I would recommend to others – I always used to be nervous about sitting in a car with someone and learning to drive (scared of looking stupid and like I will never be able to drive) and Christie made me feel welcome and I was very comfortable. She built up my confidence with driving and always told me that I could do it even when I was convinced that I couldn’t.
The main reason for choosing Exeter Driver Training was that I already knew my instructor (Kevin) and also that I knew other people who had passed with him so I knew I was in good hands. I was worried at the thought of learning to drive, however I felt comfortable and confident once I started. Kevin helped me not to worry about what other drivers were thinking about me. I found the teaching methods very useful, especially learning the manoeuvres. I have learnt to become a safe and confident driver so I would definitely recommend Kevin.
“I already knew the driving school and knew they would be patient. I knew Andy already and he already had a good pass rate. I enjoyed learning different types of parking techniques and on road use. The instructing methods used were very helpful and useful with things such as parking and looking at the nearest line and fast hands slow feet. Andy was very patient with me learning and if I didn’t get it first time, he would teach me through it again. Andy was very helpful and easy to learn from.”
The most important factor in choosing my driving instructor was that I knew him already and I knew we would be able to have a laugh when things didn’t go to plan and that it wasn’t the end of the world if this happened! Another factor was that I would be using my time effectively. I enjoyed learning to drive and I found it a challenge, which was a good thing and as I expected! The teaching methods Kevin used were very helpful and there were little tactics that he would teach me which were very helpful. I would most definitely recommend Kevin.
The most important factor I was looking for in a driving instructor was that I wanted someone who would be patient. The cost of lessons was also an important factor. I didn’t really have any expectations of what learning to drive would be like but I found the teaching methods Kevin used were well suited to me. I would particularly recommend him as I did find it a struggle to pass my test but he didn’t give up on me.
“I had an amazing experience with my instructor (Kevin). He really helped me get the confidence I needed to be able to drive and now I have passed I feel like I can enjoy driving! Thank you so much! I would recommend to anyone who is looking to learn with someone who you can get along with, learning with Training Wheelz also gave me the opportunity to take part in the Learner Relay for Children in Need which was amazing! I will be sad now I’ve said bye to Kevin but he has given me the ability to drive for life and for that I am super thankful :)”
The most important criteria when choosing a driving instructor was that they weren’t really strict and wouldn’t make me feel uncomfortable if i did something wrong. Other factors I considered were that they didn’t rush me to quickly to put in for my test, but also that I was pushed when necessary. For example having to start some of my lessons from outside college! Learning to drive was a lot harder than I expected but very enjoyable. There’s so much you have to think about that I didn’t even consider before I started my lessons. I liked the teaching methods used, I especially liked the tracking of my progress on the iPad so I could see where I needed to improve. I would definitely recommend Exeter Driver Training as I really enjoyed learning to drive and it wasn’t stressful like other students had told me.I had a great time chatting away and it gives you the experience to get to know someone new.
“Things that were important for me when choosing a driving school were the cost of lessons and an instructor with a good pass rate. I chose Training Wheelz due to these things and also the convenience of when Bev was available for lessons. I was also impressed by all the good reviews she has. I enjoyed learning with Bev as she was very good. I have a few instructors in the past but Bev was easily the best I have had, she was very kind and works with you to get you to pass the driving test. She is patient, with clear instructions and really makes you work. I would definitely recommend Bev and Training Wheelz.
When choosing a driving instructor the most important thing to me was finding someone who was understanding of me having M.E and bad anxiety in new situations. Having an instructor who was understanding and flexible to my needs. Also helping me deal with my anxiety by letting my mum sit in on my first couple of lessons help to put me at ease. I was very anxious to begin with but Christie soon put me at ease. Once I knew the basics of driving I found it became easier each lesson and I became very comfortable in a car, which meant I was comfortable enough driving at home outside of lessons. I found Christie’s teaching methods easy to follow and always felt comfortable asking questions if there was something I wasn’t sure about. She also arranged a mock test for me with her business partner Kevin so I knew what to expect in the real thing. I would definitely recommend this driving school to others, especially if someone is very nervous about learning as Christie is very friendly and willing to go at your own pace. I don’t think there was anything that could have been improved for me, I felt very at ease with Christie’s guidance.
“Thank you so much Kevin for all your help and support while I’ve been learning to drive.You have been so understanding and patient from the start and I couldn’t have asked for a better driving instructor. My fear of driving is no longer there and I’m happy to say I have finally passed. I will 100% recommend you! I wish you all the best for the future – hopefully see you around!”
I would just like to say a huge thank you to Christie for all her support, friendliness and encouragement that she’s given to Natasha. As you know Natasha has her own problems to overcome and Christie has shown great understanding and has boosted Natasha’s confidence beyond measure. So thank you once again and we shall recommend the driving school to everyone we can!
I would like to thank Lisa for helping me get my confidence back. She took me on all types of roads and in all weathers. We went on country roads and, eventually, the M5 from Exeter to Taunton which I was not looking forward to. I now feel that my confidence to drive alone is returning and I cannot thank Lisa enough for helping me get to this stage.
“I had a lot of recommendations about Training Wheelz which encouraged me to choose them and they also have lots of really good reviews and a high pass rate. Learning to drive was made enjoyable by having an instructor (Claire) who gave me confidence and believed in my abilities. I read a lot of great reviews and Claire definitely met my expectations. I felt very comfortable with her and she gave me a lot of confidence when driving and she encouraged me the whole way through.”
Learning to drive was always something I never thought I’d accomplish, but after a spot of travelling I reviewed my thoughts and decided to tackle my nemesis! Exeter Driver Training was something I saw via Facebook and decided to give them a call. Christie from the word go was always pleasant and supportive. I explained that I never wanted to drive and I had zero confidence, but that was never a problem for Christie. Every week she was consistent, reliable and showed such confidence. To my disbelief I passed first time! Without the constant guidance and reassurance from Christie I never would have achieved something so big. I cannot recommend this lady enough!
The most important thing for me was having a driving instructor I could get along with. I also wanted to make sure I had someone who used teaching methods that worked for me. Learning to drive was less scary than I thought it would be and I improved faster than I thought I would. I would definitely recommend Kevin as his calm, friendly approach meant it wasn’t at all scary and he helped me get more confident with my driving.
“The main thing I was looking for when choosing a driving school was that I needed someone who was patient and who would able to keep me calm if I went wrong. I heard very good things about Training Wheelz. I had been struggling to pass my test with another company so I decided to change and it was the best decision ever!! Bev made learning to drive so easy for me. Every lesson was so enjoyable. Her methods were absolutely amazing, I couldn’t fault her one bit and if I didn’t understand something she’d explain it a different way without making me feel silly. Bev was honestly the best instructor I’m so glad I moved to her! Every lesson she was on time if not early! She was understanding, helpful, reassuring and all-round amazing.
My previous instructor would encourage me to go for many tests when I wasn’t ready in result I kept failing. Once I had moved Bev was honest in what she thought of my driving and told me when she thought – I was ready and I passed!! I would definitely recommend Training Wheelz to others – Bev was the best!”
When choosing a driving school I was looking for an instructor that would be able to give me the confidence I needed, whilst making me feel comfortable and happy in this new adventure. I chose Training Wheelz as their reviews and recommendations were all extremely good. I enjoyed the way Andy taught me to drive. Andy was very patient and encouraging from the very beginning. Each week I became more confident as I learnt new skills. The driving methods used were extremely good. The progress tracker was really useful as I could see how much I was improving. Andy went above and beyond my expectations! He was extremely encouraging and calm throughout my lessons. At the start of my lessons I was quite nervous. However, Andy built up my confidence and with his teaching skills and encouragement I passed first time! I would definitely recommend Andy from Training Wheelz as an excellent instructor. Even if you are a little nervous to start with, by the end you will have the confidence required.
The most important factors in choosing a driving instructor were that I wanted someone local who was able to be flexible about locations to be picked up and dropped off as well as being friendly. I found learning to drive fairly easy to understand as the atmosphere was friendly and relaxed. The teaching methods Kevin used were very good and I will use the tips he showed me. I enjoyed being able to learn at my own pace and to go back over things when needed. Kevin is easy to learn with and helps you learn to drive to the best you can without too much pressure.
Christie is a very welcoming instructor, who creates a friendly environment to learn in. She is a good teacher and isn’t forceful and can stay calm even when driving becomes stressful. I would definitely recommend her as a driving instructor.
“In choosing a driving school I wanted someone who is positive, with good reviews and competitively priced. I chose Training Wheelz as a friend who has recently passed recommended Bev. I enjoyed learning to drive and how much confidence I gained and that Bev made sure it was safe with the pandemic. Bev used great methods and when you would do something wrong she would tell you about the good things you did and then how you could improve. Bev was very positive and teaches you ways to remember tips with manoeuvres which makes them easier. Bev was available around the days I work. I can really recommend Bev, she works around your lifestyle and gives you a positive mindset that you will pass.”
Just want to say a massive thank you to you. Without your support I have no doubt that I wouldn’t of been able to drive. From the first time I sat behind the wheel I was so nervous, you gave me the confidence to drive. You made me realise I can do it and gave me so much support. From something I dreamed about doing for years but never thought possible you made happen! I will never forget our lessons together and I enjoyed every single minute with your guidance. You truly went above and beyond supporting me. I have no doubt that anyone else teaching me would of failed. Once again thank you Christie!
“The most important things for me when choosing an instructor was to find someone that put me at ease and assuaged my anxieties about driving as well as finding a school close to me. I was encouraged you to choose Training Wheelz due to the positive reviews I had read online. I enjoyed the freedom and confidence that learning to drive gives you – and talking with my instructor. The methods Christie used were very useful. We would always evaluate my driving which, looking back on it, I really appreciate. If we hadn’t done this, I would feel a lot more anxious and uncertain when driving. I wasn’t sure what to expect when meeting a driving instructor as I’d only ever heard of the bad experiences people have had when trying to find an instructor that works for them. So, when I contacted the company, I went into it with ambivalent expectations; however, the positive reviews online did make me hopeful and they didn’t disappoint. My instructor quickly made me feel comfortable and I would recommend Christie to any anxious learners in the future.”
Not only was Christie very helpful, but she was also friendly and easy to get along with. I would definitely recommend you to anyone thinking about learning to drive! Thanks again for everything!!
I started to learn to drive with another driving school and ended up taking some time out. When I started with Christie I’d had a few failed sessions learning to drive with my parents! However Christie soon put me at ease with her calm, friendly manner and driving became enjoyable (most of the time!) In the time I have been learning to drive with Christie my driving confidence (and hopefully ability!) have increased massively. I have thoroughly enjoyed my lessons and I can’t thank Christie enough for her patience and support in helping me pass my driving test. I would highly recommend learning to drive with Christie.
“An important aspect for me in choosing a driving school was to have a clear goal for each lesson and to make sure the instructor from the school has a clear way of explaining things. I was recommended to Bev at Training Wheelz by a family friend. I really enjoyed driving in general and learning new situations that I may get into when I passed my test.
Bev’s teaching methods were really clear and I understood them easily. The methods used were very helpful and allowed me to easily remember after I learnt them.
My instructor definitely met my expectations. Although at the time she was still training, and had a few hiccups which are understandable if you’re new. Overall I was very satisfied. I couldn’t have faulted Bev. Her techniques were easy to understand and remember. She made driving enjoyable and had great constructive criticism! I would most definitely recommend her!”
“When choosing a driving school it was important to me that I had someone to give me confidence and help me when I made mistakes.I chose Kevin and Training Wheelz as I’ve heard many great things about him. He has taught many people I know which have all passed and sang his praises. I enjoyed learning new skills and knowing I would have my own independence. Kevin always took time to let me work on what I needed to. The instructing methods used were very good! We discussed at the beginning of each lesson what we should achieve. Kevin certainly met my expectations. He always helped me when I needed guidance and gave me confidence. He would always help me on things I was less confident on. I am very pleased about passing and couldn’t have done it without Kevin. Compared to my previous experience of driving lessons, Training Wheelz helped me work on what I needed to, not just what the instructor wanted me to do. They worked with me and were always there to help. I definitely recommend Training Wheelz!
“I chose Training Wheelz as a friend highly recommended learning with them. He told me that Kevin was both reliable and a good instructor. I enjoyed my lessons as I felt I was improving and learning in each lesson and making progress. The teaching methods were very good. I was asked questions about what I felt I did well and what I could improve on which made me think about things in more detail and what I could do differently next time. I would definitely recommend Kevin and Training Wheelz”
The most important criteria for me when looking for a driving instructor was that I wanted the support I felt I needed whilst learning. It was also important that there were good reviews from previous learners and that I would be getting the same instructor every time and they wouldn’t cancel any lessons at short notice or cut any short which has happened to some of my friends with another well known driving school in Exeter.
I expected to take a long time to pass my test so I was shocked at how quickly I picked up each section of learning. I thought I would be scared and nervous for a long time. I can certainly say that I was made to feel at ease on the first day so I was relaxed for every lesson from then on.
I found the teaching methods used very easy and the few I found harder Kevin managed to gently push me past what I thought my limits were and he soon had me on to the next part.
I would highly recommend Kevin to all my friends and family and anyone asking for recommendations on social media sites. Not only was he reliable on every lesson and he never let me down and didn’t give up on me even when I failed my first test or had a bad lesson. He made me feel confident in every lesson and I cannot thank him enough.
“It was important for me to choose a driving instructor that I could ‘gel’ with and who could fit me in at the times I needed. I also wanted someone who was flexible in this respect but also at a reasonable price. This is really what made me choose Training Wheelz. Everything about learning to drive was what I expected and the teaching methods used by Kevin Raven really helped me. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking to learn to drive.”
“When choosing a driving school I wanted to feel comfortable, to have an instructor with good communication. good reviews and local. I chose Training Wheelz as they had good reviews and people recommended them to me. I enjoyed learning to drive as I gained experience. Kevin took to me a variety of places to develop my skills. He was very professional and patient. He was also very good with communication and helped me get lessons when I needed them.”
The most important criteria for me when choosing a driving school was that I wanted a friendly reliable driving instructor and once speaking to Kevin who was very down to earth and so easy to talk to he passed me on to Lisa! I also wanted to feel comfortable behind the wheel which Lisa easily made me feel from my first lesson until my last. Learning to drive was a daunting thing for me but Lisa eased me into it and I found the whole experience so much easier than what I imagined.
I found Lisa’s teaching methods very easy to learn and she would make sure I’ve understood before moving onto another subject. Lisa was so patient with me and explained everything thoroughly.
I would 100% recommend Lisa and the team they are very friendly and reliable instructors and would recommend them to anyone who is looking to learn to drive.
As far as I am concerned, there was nothing you could have done better as you were great! Just a huge thank you once again on getting me my independence and becoming a driver!
The main criteria in choosing a driving school was that they were going to help me improve from the previous times I took lessons and connect with me and truly understand any concerns that I had with my driving. It obviously helped that my mum knew Kevin and trusted that he would see me through. I actually did my lessons with Lisa. Previously having had lessons, I thought I knew what to expect, but this was completely different. I was made to feel completely at ease, not nervous. I actually began to look forward to lessons from the beginning.
I would 100% refer you on to others. I will be doing so for my partner. Lisa was just outstanding; she really improved my confidence from the start. Then week on week would help me work on the kinks then by the next lesson they were ironed out which meant her training methods were clearly working. Actually when I passed my test she reminded me of our first lesson and when I got in to her car, nervous and really unsure about my capability with my driving, how I mentioned I was awful at hill starts. We then went on to practice them and with her taking her time and talking me through it I have become a pro and they have never been a problem. That just goes to show how much faith in myself she has helped me regain. I do not believe I could have done this without her ongoing support and time. Every week has been a pleasure with you Lisa, thank you for always cheering me up and putting a smile on my face, due to potholes and roundabouts. I now know when to use my fog lights and when it’s past 12 o clock I can go in the right hand lane. Remember boys and girls, a driving instructor isn’t just for driving, they are for life.
“I chose Training Wheelz because they were local and had excellent reviews. I had never driven before but as soon as I met Christie I knew she was the right instructor for me. Christie was very patient and relaxed and she gave me a lot of confidence. I passed first time and I have no hesitation recommending Christie to anyone who wants to become a confident and successful driver.”
“I loved learning to drive with Training Wheelz, although I am pleased with passing first time I am going to miss complaining about college to my fantastic driving instructor Kevin R on my lessons. Never thought learning could be so much fun. Would highly recommended.”
“Having previously had a test in my home area, the most important factor for me when choosing a driving instructor was that they needed to be very familiar with the area and know the places that are most important to go in a limited amount of time. I also wanted someone who would be friendly and calm, not too serious as that would have put me on edge and not too expensive (I am a student!). It took me longer to pass my test that I had thought it would but, with Kevin’s help, I learnt the roads in Exeter reasonably well and quickly. Kevin’s methods of teaching were excellent. I was really impressed by how well the lessons went and that I passed at the first attempt in Exeter. I was not used to driving on that many big roundabouts!”
“My instructor was amazing! Jason was very patient with me and was always finding ways for me to understand and never gave up on me which led to a first time pass. Would and already have recommended Training Wheelz (and Jason in particular) to all my friends who are looking to start driving.”
“Kevin has been a great driving instructor, always putting me at ease whilst encouraging me to push myself, helping my confidence. He was always honest regarding my progress and I can’t recommend Training Wheelz enough! Thank you.”
My journey to become a driving instructor started when I had a meeting with Kevin and Christie of Training Wheelz. At the meeting we discussed the training process and they answered any questions I had. Following the meeting I decided I would like to train to give myself the opportunity to learn something new and as I enjoy driving and meeting new people I thought it would be the career for me.
The first part of the training was the theory, Training Wheels provided me with all the reading material and training books. If I had any queries or questions Kevin and the team were there to help. The second part of my training was about my driving which was quite good with a few bad habits. Kevin helped me to improve my level of driving. Part three was the teaching part and Kevin’s lessons were well structured and detailed, Kevin helped and adapted the lesson to ensure I understood. Kevin was very patient and I enjoyed my lessons. For me, it was a huge learning curve. There were times when I didn’t get it or I looked at Kevin with a blank expression and couldn’t think of the right words or my mind went blank. Kevin helped me to understand and to build my confidence helping me to see where my weakness were and improving my skills.
Once my training was complete I could experience lessons with a student putting all that Kevin had taught into practice. Kevin and Christie sat In the back observing some of my lessons which was incredibly valuable, helping and advising and giving me feedback to improve my lessons and learning.
I am delighted to have qualified in November 2019 and I am really enjoying my new challenge. I would highly recommend Kevin and Christie and the team to provide excellent training to provide you with the tools and knowledge to become a driving instructor. They continue to be here for me to listen and help me with any questions I have.
Give Training Wheels a call, it’s the best thing I did.
“I had lessons with Claire for 9 months and I couldn’t recommend her enough. As someone who has tried to learn to drive on and off for 5 years, I was very nervous and she was amazing with me. I passed and I could never have done it without her patience and support. Thank you Claire.”
When I learnt that I was being made redundant after working for a major energy supplier for nearly 18 years, I was disappointed but also saw it as an opportunity to do something different to what I had been doing before. At the time, my son was learning to drive with Training Wheelz.
I had a look on their website and then spoke to Kevin Sellwood over the phone and arranged to meet him with my wife to listen to what he had to say and understand what the hours were like along with potential earnings. Everything he said we felt was honest and clear. Some of the other instructors who were already with Training Wheelz, previously worked at the same place I was being made redundant from. Again, all I heard was positive comments, not only about their daily role but also how different they felt when they got home at the end of the day.
I met my trainer, Christie, again, who I had previously worked with four years previously so I knew her quite well. Christie explained how it would all work, the different tests involved and how the training would work. All of this was very clear and despite knowing Christie, she separated our friendship and during the training remained professional to help me achieve my goal.
I passed my final part three test on Valentines Day 2019 and during all my training, I was treated as an individual person. Christie was there for me 100% throughout, remained calm, collected and encouraged me at times where I was feeling low and doubting my ability to do this. The support did not stop there though, everyone associated with Training Wheelz has helped me, whether that be advice but also letting me sit on their lessons. All of it is really appreciated and I am so glad Christie and the rest of Training Wheelz team were there for me as I would not be where I am now, looking forward to a brighter future.
If you are thinking of learning to drive or become a driving instructor, I would highly recommend at least contacting Training Wheelz and find out for yourself.
I have passed all three parts of my instructor training with Kevin and the team at Training Wheelz and I am very pleased with the result. I would not have passed any part of it without the help and support that I received from Kevin.
Right from the very start of our training sessions Kevin helped me fully understand what was required from me to pass each of the three parts of the PDI training program and his training was structured to ensure that everything I needed to know was covered in the detail that I needed.
Kevin fully adapted our training sessions to my learning style and fully understood what worked for me and how I could get the best from each of our sessions. Whenever I felt that things were not going well Kevin always looked for other ways to go through things with me to ensure we got there in the end. He was there for me at each stage of my training and his support, advise and coaching throughout has been great.
Now that my training is finished, I know that it’s really only just started and I still have a lot to learn, but training with Kevin has given me the best start I could have asked for along this journey. And I also know that Kevin is always at the end of the phone if I needed any advice.
If you are thinking of becoming an ADI then I cannot recommend Kevin and the team at Training Wheelz enough.
“I needed a driving school and instructor that was able to fit around my college times. I chose Training Wheelz as Bev was very flexible with hours and I could choose what I wanted to do in the lessons to help on bits I needed to improve on. Bev was really friendly and made me feel calm whilst driving and we got laois done in lessons. Her instructing methods were very good because we did lots of mock tests and focused on just what needed improving. Bev more than met my expectations, she was very reassuring and helpful at explaining what could be better and pointing out places where I went wrong so I’d make hardly any mistakes in the test. Bev was very enjoyable to learn with and lessons were structured well to help me learn quickly. I had not had any lessons prior and I would definitely recommend Training Wheelz as you get loads done in lessons!”
“My most important criteria when choosing who to learn to drive with was that my instructor would be kind and would make me feel comfortable when not knowing to handle things correctly, also an instructor I knew I could trust in teaching me in the highest possible standard. I learnt with Christie who fitted all this criteria perfectly, her knowledge of driving fascinated me each lesson, and I was taught in a way that made me excited for each lesson! She was reliable and made me comfortable within the car, helping me learn what I did wrong if I made a mistake in a kind way. I highly recommend Christie and the team, great driving instructors!”
The best decision I made with my training was to change to Training Wheelz. I wasn’t originally looking to change driving/training schools but had already approached Kevin through Facebook on many occasions for advice on things during my own lessons and he was always happy to help. It rapidly became obvious that I probably wasn’t going to get through Part 3 without upping my game, and with that came upping my training. Kevin was always happy to help, be it face to face, through Facebook, texts, messages. He sat in on as many lessons as I wanted and came up with incredibly useful suggestions on how I could improve my teaching. He was flexible in his teaching style, he was happy to be quiet in the back and give notes at any point you asked for them, or talk throughout the session or even on one occasion when I wanted him to teach one of my own students he just jumped into the passenger seat and did it. Our last couple of sessions were done as a “soft Part 3” with the breakdown of notes to follow in the same structure, which I personally found incredibly useful.
I can definitely recommend Kevin and the Training Wheelz team if you are wanting to become an ADI.
I failed my first Standards Check after qualifying and felt so embarrassed and thinking I wasn’t up to this job. When I spoke to Kevin he just took all the embarrassment away and made me realise I can do it. We arranged for me to observe some of his lessons and then for him to observe a couple of mine. We also did some role play and with the help and guidance he gave me I’m pleased to say I passed next time!
I had failed two Standards Checks so I was looking at possibly not being able to continue as an ADI. I arranged to have two sessions with Kevin where he role played a learner. He was invaluable in highlighting areas where I needed to either improve or change my approach so I was able to pass next time. Great and realistic instruction, thank you so very much.
“I had a really good experience with Training Wheelz. I had `Vicki as my instructor. I started my lessons with zero knowledge on driving but she increased my confidence so much and the lessons made me feel so much more comfortable about driving. Thank you.”
“Carrie is the best!!! She was so helpful and reassuring. I miss the laugh we used to have and my belly hurting but the freedom is AMAZING! Thank you Carrie xx.”
“I had a great experience with Jason who was very helpful and friendly. I managed to pass within 5 months so would highly recommend.”
“The most important factor for me in choosing a driving instructor was the cost as I also have to spend money on food and transportation to work. Other factors included availability and location. I work two days a week and as I live in a village I needed to know if I had to travel somewhere for my lessons.
I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started to learn to drive but things went pretty smoothly for me. I was pleased with Kevin’s teaching, it was really good – I passed my test first time. He helped me and when something didn’t go quite right he helped me to sort out the reasons and to work out how to go about correcting it.
I would definitely recommend Kevin, as I’ve already said, I passed first time and the learning experience was just so good.”
“My instructor Bev has been absolutely brilliant and so supportive with me throughout all my lessons. I’ve always struggled with my nerves but Bev was so patient and helped me feel able to be confident behind the wheel. Thank you again Bev for all your help and I will really miss our lessons.”
“Bev is the best instructor! I can’t thank her enough, she gave me the confidence to pass my test even though I thought I never would.”
“I had Kevin teach me how to drive and he was an amazing instructor! He was supportive and patient. He helped me improve my confidence in driving through allowing me to figure out situations for myself as well as guiding me through tricky situations. I would definitely recommend Training Wheelz!”
I chose Exeter driver training to teach me how to drive due to the fact that they were local. I needed lessons fast as I wanted to pass my test before my baby arrived and they had availability. I had Christie as my driving instructor she made me feel comfortable in the car. I am a shy person and struggle to get along with new people but Christie’s friendly attitude made me feel really relaxed. Christie managed to help me pass first time and I would definitely recommend her to others.
After reviewing possible Driving Instructors Online, i decided to go with Exeter Driver Training with Christie Palfrey. I found her very supportive in all my driving lessons and i found her very relaxed and patient with me throughout my lessons. Christie was very flexible around my work commitments. She also gave me the confidence after a while to go ahead with my Driving Test in Exeter.
Just like to say to Christie “Thank you for helping me to Pass my Driving Test!”
“Carrie was an amazing instructor who always made me feel so comfortable and at ease. One of the loveliest people I’ve met. It has been a pleasure to have her teach me. Could not recommend her enough!”
“The most important thing for me when choosing a driving instructor was finding someone who put me at ease when in a bad situation and worked around my work hours. I wanted 2 hour lessons as well. When I first started driving I thought it would be very difficult getting used to all the gears and reading the road signs while driving but it was a lot easier than I first thought. Amazing Kevin made learning to drive so much easier for me with a lot of support and help. I have already recommended Kevin, I can’t fault him as he has done so much for me and he has never given up hope that one day I would pass. he made me feel comfortable when driving and always gave me advice and support no matter how many times I said I was going to give up with driving. he always helped me back up and into that drivers seat. I can’t thank Kevin enough for everything he has done.”
Learning to drive with Christie was amazing, she is so patient. I felt comfortable with her from the first day I started lessons. She helped me to overcome fear and nerves about driving…can’t thank her enough for all the time she took to help me through everything. I’m so happy and proud that I have passed and I’ve only got Christie to thank for that. I’m going to miss our lessons and chats. I would definitely recommend to all of my friends and family. Thank you for everything.
Angie (Mum) – The most important criteria when choosing an instructor for us was availability, price, reviews from previous students and to provide honest advice. Exeter driver training provided these, offering realistic expectations, experience and flexibility.
Dan (Student) – I found the lessons more relaxed than expected and not too strict. The teaching methods used were effective for me as they weren’t rigid, our lessons were flexible and tailored to me. I would recommend Christie, as I was keen to go to each lesson and enjoyed learning with her. Christie is reliable, honest and competitive. I wouldn’t have changed any of my learning.
“It was important to me to be able to start off at Westpoint before progressing on to the road. I was also pleased to have my early lessons start from Sidmouth and that they were 2 hours long. I found the easiest part was the mechanics of the car and the rest was getting experience on the road.
Kevin was clear in what we would do in each lesson and things were clearly ex[plained as to why we were doing them. There was a good pace to lessons and the learning was adapted to my changing needs. Lessons always started on time and I got honest feedback to help my progress.”
“It was important for me to choose an instructor who would go into depth with things and have a positive attitude
Christie was an excellent instructor. She had a positive mindset and always made me feel confident in my driving.
I enjoyed he freedom that you get when driving. Christie’s teaching methods were excellent. Very structured and was used in a way where I could improve what I wanted to in specific
Christie always made me feel comfortable in the car even if I doubted my abilities. She made sure I was ready before my test and challenged me in ways that help me develop my driving skills. It was just an overall excellent and valuable experience to me. I would definitely recommend Training Wheelz.”
“I made the decision to learn with Training Wheelz based on several factors: the cost of lessons, experience of the instructors, that they were easy to contact and had excellent reviews. I enjoyed gaining confidence behind the wheel. Christie was very patient and helped me to gain confidence. I felt comfortable and relaxed in all my lessons which helped me to learn with ease. Christie was flexible and patient with a lot of knowledge which prepared me well for my test. She was patient throughout all of my lessons and really helped me to increase my confidence. She used a range of teaching methods including the use of ipads and diagrams of roads was very helpful as I gained a better understanding.
“The most important factor for me in choosing a driving instructor was mainly how much the driving instructors are flexible with your times within reason obviously. Also, that they are very patient and willing to let us learn at our pace. The price was always going to be a factor which I thought was reasonable but was very good value for the level of training I felt that I was getting from Lisa and any other driving instructors I met during the process of me learning to drive.
I thought learning to drive was going to be much more complicated than it was but it was quite simple and it was just a job of critiquing my small mistakes which I felt took the time.
The teaching methods used were very easy to follow and were very versatile from each manoeuvre to actually driving.
I would most definitely recommend Training Wheelz for the value for money and the overall standard of teaching.”
“I had taken driving lessons before and so for me it was important when choosing a driving school, it had to be a company with good reviews, reputation, good pass rates and had nice instructors. When searching for driving schools. I saw the great reviews people had been putting and noticed a lot of people were passing which gave me confidence in them as a company.
I really enjoyed learning how easy I got back into driving and how Claire, my instructor, was always so positive and encouraging which made me have self-belief in myself because of her belief in me.
I can’t praise my instructor enough. Claire was always so honest, open and understanding. She always ensured I understood and knew where my mistakes were and how we could fix them. Nothing was too much for her.
Claire met my expectations – above and beyond! She was fabulous. Always so understanding and lovely. She always believed I could do it. Without her I would have given up when I failed my first test, but her belief in me and support and encouragement meant I wanted to succeed even more. This pass was for me and her!! She has been outstanding. I honestly can’t sing her praises enough nor would words do any justice. You just have to experience how great she is!
Amazing! Greatest instructor I’ve had!
I 100% recommend Training Wheelz and Claire in particular because my experience was amazing!”
“I wanted a driving instructor with the flexibility to fit with my work schedule and the instructor’s ability to teach me properly. Training Wheelz reviews were amazing and I received a quick response after enquiring. Kevin had so much patience with me, he really helped me through my theory and gave me the confidence and reassurance to not give up. I cannot fault the teaching methods used; Kevin explained everything in detail and in a way I understood. Kevin exceeded my expectations; he supported me with all my learning and with my tests too. It was an amazing experience and I have recommended Training Wheelz to my brother who will be learning at the end of this year.”
“I was looking for a driving school with a competitive price and availability for me. I was encouraged to choose Training Wheelz as they have a helpful website. Also I was recommended to them. I enjoyed getting my freedom once I had passed and learning a new skill. My instructor (Kevin Sellwood) was very encouraging and he helped me pass my test in a short time period, helping me to understand where I needed to improve. He did not give me direct instructions, rather he helped me to identify issues on the road for myself. I would definitely recommend Training Wheelz to anyone looking to learn to drive as they have very good instructors who help you pass quickly.”
“Barry was an amazing instructor. He gave me the confidence to trust in my own ability and let me go at my own pace to ensure I felt comfortable at all times. I felt very safe in his hands and I couldn’t have passed without him!”
Martin asked us not to publish his full name or a photo but he was very happy to give us this great review after his lessons in Taunton with Bev Perks:
“The most important things for me when I was looking for a driving school was the quality of instruction and service. I was encouraged to choose Training Wheelz as they have a nice website with good information. But it was the excellent customer service which actually led me to choose them. I enjoyed the way I was able to learn from my mistakes. The methods used by Bev were excellent. She tried various ideas until she found a method which worked best for my style of learning. Bev went over and above all my expectations, she has all the natural qualities of a great coach/mentor. She is superb, highly professional but personable. I met Bev after having 3 driving instructors, in comparison Training Wheelz and Bev are best in class. She ensured I understood each instruction, structured the sessions based on my needs, and the administration aspects of the sessions such as paying, evaluating progress etc. was very professional and made me feel very comfortable.”
“Jason is a very good, nice and knowledgeable instructor who enabled me to learn and pass my test quickly while also having fun. I definitely recommend him and have nothing but positive things to say about him.”
“My name is Mo Patfield. I have been with Training Wheelz under Jacky Bird as my instructor and passed this morning on my 1st test in Exeter! I began with Jacky after 2 failed tests at home and had a lot of bad habits and things to re learn. Jacky is by far the best instructor I’ve ever had. She is very good at explaining and simplifying things as well as helping me visualise things. She reassured me often that I would pass and was funny and easy to talk to during lessons even in the stressful last week! I’d like to say a big Thank you to Jacky and to Training Wheelz for teaching me in a really concise, clear and engaging way. Thank you Jacky !”
“Bev helped me out so much with her patience and support. It helps ease any nerves you get when you first start driving. Lessons were always enjoyable and I will definitely miss them.”
“When looking for a driving school one thing I needed was the availability and flexibility of an instructor as due to my work schedule I needed weekend lessons. Also value for money and reduced rates if you buy blocks of lessons. The offering of 2 hour lessons as I felt the longer lessons helped me progress more. A friendly instructor.
After an extensive google search Training Wheelz seemed to offer value for money lessons in blocks at a reduced rate. I also liked the ‘Meet the Team’ page. I felt like I had already got to know the instructors before I even began a lesson. In other words it felt more personal and friendly than other websites which made me want to make an enquiry. My trial lesson with Bev confirmed what the website promised to offer so I knew I wanted to choose Training Wheelz. I enjoyed the feeling of finding myself getting better at something I once found a massive challenge. It is really rewarding! I would come home from all my lessons proud of myself for something I did when driving that day. I also enjoyed the excitement of the overall experience – learning a life skill and thinking about the freedom at the end of it! The instructing methods Bev used were amazing. She tailored each lesson to suit how I learnt best, It felt very personal to me and not a generic lesson that any instructor could have given. She always took in to account the areas of driving I was confident with alongside the areas I needed to improve. She always considered what I wanted to get out of a lesson as a priority. It felt like teamwork where we would set the goals of the lesson together and assess how they were going throughout. This made sure I was getting the most out of every minute.
Bev was all I wanted from an instructor! She was calm, patient, kind and professional and we always had a laugh in every lesson which helped to put me at ease. She was very encouraging and positive. I massively doubted my ability to ever learn before I learnt to drive with Bev. All these qualities in her meant that I found confidence in myself. She was encouraging and had very high standards for my driving which I really appreciated. She was organised and efficient with arranging lessons. I will miss our lessons very much. I cannot thank Bev enough for everything she has done. She provided everything I needed to become a safe and confident driver. She turned what I thought would be a very daunting and stressful experience into a really positive and enjoyable one. I am very grateful to Bev and Training Wheelz for teaching me to drive – it is the best feeling when you pass and I could not have done it without them. I had a block of lessons with a previous instructor whose methods were a lot less personalised. There was not the same emphasis on confidence building as there was with Bev.
I would most certainly recommend Bev and Training Wheelz!”
“I was a bag of nerves when I first started my lessons with Kevin (Raven) but he was so patient, very helpful and gave me so much confidence on the road. After helping me to pass my test first time I highly recommend Kevin to anyone who wants to start driving lessons.”
“I was looking for a driving school with a locally based instructor, with availability and a good level of support and accessibility. I chose Training Wheelz as they responded quickly to my initial enquiry. There was great communication and competitive pricing with flexible lessons.I enjoyed learning to drive, I had an instructor (Jacky Bird) with good knowledge and a relaxed training style. The phone app was really useful too. Jacky’s teaching style was Informative and easy to understand.
Jacky met my expectations in just about every way, even keeping my parents up to date with anything I could practice between lessons. It was an amazing experience and would certainly recommend them to everyone I know. There was great communication – I was really impressed with technology through the app.”
“Where do I even begin?! I started learning with Claire at the end of June and I have gone and passed my practical test today (Sept 18th)! I couldn’t be more thankful for Claire as she went above and beyond to not only help me with my driving but also with managing my nerves as taking the test was a huge challenge! Claire supported me in every way she could and my confidence was growing every lesson. I had the best time learning with her and I will be back for some motorway lessons. The most genuine, kind, understanding person I know!”
“My driving instructor Claire was amazing from start to finish. From the very first lesson she took time to find out about me and tailored her teaching to my needs. She was patient and professional and pushed me when I needed it. She believed in me and gave me the confidence and knowledge to achieve my life-long dream of getting my licence and I really couldn’t thank her enough for all she has done.”
“I had an absolutely amazing time learning to drive with Christie, passing first time with only one fault. I would not have done it without her! Highly recommend, thank you so much!
“The most important factor for me when choosing a driving instructor was that they were friendly, patient, motivating and be a responsible instructor.
Other important things were that they had availability, a car that was easy to drive and comfortable. Good reviews from previous learners was important too.
Learning to drive compare totally meet my expectation. And I love the website that I can log on to practice my theory test. It was very effective. The teaching methods were very flexible and not rigid, it was perfectly suitable for me. Also, I was very impressed with the technology tool (iPad) that Kevin used to explain the road conditions for me.
I would most definitely recommend Kevin as he is very patient and put me at ease, and everything felt comfortable, even though my spoken English is not very good.”
Harrison’s mum says:
“Thank you so much Training Wheelz. If you are looking for lessons in an automatic car we can 100% recommend Rich, he’s a great teacher! Harrison learnt to drive and passed his test in just 3 months!”