Jan to April 2022 Round Up

28 April 2022

Driving Lessons in 2022

Four months into 2022 and the DVSA still hasn't been able to come up with a plan on how to solve the 9 month + wait for driving tests and the backlog of those looking to learn how to drive continues to soar.  At times only 3 tests were going out at one time at Avonmouth Test Centre as Grant Chaps repurposed examiners to train lorry drivers to make sure there are no repeats of the fuel crisis last year. 


However, in-spite of all of this, we have managed to help dozens of learner students across Bristol pass their driving tests.


If you're looking to learn how to drive in Bristol, unfortunately we have had to close our waiting lists as we've over a 100 people on it.  Your best bet of getting a manual licence is by taking an intensive course with either Paul Hanley or Richard Miller, our resident intensive course specialists.  Click here for more details.


The wait for automatic driving lessons  however is significantly smaller seeing as we now have twice the number of automatic driving instructors in Bristol now at the school. 





Reviews


With over 30+ passes in just a few months, we think we're doing pretty well.  Some have been kind enough to leave reviews for us on both Google  and FreeIndex.   


Here's a few of the highlights.


"A big thank you to my instructor Jim, he is very patient, understanding, professional and good motivator. He makes good jokes to make you feel relaxed. He gives different driving techniques and at the end of your course you will feel your confidence on the road, he doesn't blame you if you did wrong instead he motivates you and lifts your spirit. I'd never thought driving would become easier with him. Feeling proud to be one of his student. Highly recommended!" - Judit Horvath


"I had a fantastic experience with A class driving school and can’t thank them enough! I’d previously had several instructors and was struggling to pass tests in a manual. I decided to go automatic and Will was able to squeeze me in for a short intensive before my test date. He simplified manoeuvres that I struggled with in the past and put me at ease - I finally had the confidence to pass and I couldn’t be happier! Would definitely recommend. Thanks!" - Helena Kaill


"Today I passed my driving practical test in first attempt. I am grateful 🙏 to Paul because as an instructor he helped me a lot in improving my driving skills. I am 66 now and learning abilities slow down at this age but Paul worked tirelessly with great enthusiasm supported me to achieve this milestone. Hats off to Paul for doing such a great job.He is  very professional and punctual. He is very witty too.I wish him success in his life. Thank you Paul." - Nasir Naseer


 Here's a few of the passing students we've had over the past few months

Here's hoping for more passes 


Hopefully the DVSA will reduce the waiting times for driving tests and perhaps even open a new test centre.  We're still looking for more driving instructors to join us and tackle to the ever growing waiting list.



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