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The AA Driving School Reviews

4.0 Rating 1,119 Reviews
75 %
of reviewers recommend The AA Driving School
4.0
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Fanum House, Basing View,
RG21 4EA
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The AA Driving School 5 star review on 24th August 2025
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Anonymous  // 01/01/2019
I had two instructors before learning with Atiqa Javid, and honestly she’s on another level. She’s patient, calm, and explains things in a way that finally made driving click for me. I always felt relaxed during lessons and actually enjoyed learning instead of stressing out. Thanks to her support and encouragement, I passed my test with confidence. I’d definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a brilliant instructor. Thank you for the AA Driving School for the help throughout the whole learning process and I can't thank enough to Atiqa for her support. Welldone and keep up the excellent service. Thank you again.
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Posted 12 hours ago
Atiqa was a great instructor; she was kind and focussed on bringing the best out of me. I’d had 2 instructors prior, and she was miles better. Her patience made me feel a lot more comfortable and her teaching was amazing. I actually felt like I was learning as opposed to driving around aimlessly
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Posted 21 hours ago
I had lessons before with another teacher from a different driving school, but learning with Faridah honestly showed me there are different levels to teaching. She’s so patient and understanding, and makes everything light-hearted and funny which keeps lessons engaging. She’s calm under pressure, flexible, always on time, and just overall so awesome. I passed with her and I’m honestly so grateful!
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Posted 2 days ago
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Posted 4 days ago
I was always scared of the concept of being behind a wheel and taking on the responsibility to drive. After finding Farideh, who later became my driving instructor my whole perspective in driving shifted. She ensured that I believed in myself and became confident. Farideh was completely patient and understanding when I made mistakes and clearly set out how I can mend them. Her ability to stay calm under pressure when things went wrong was something I admired and appreciated immensely. After every session we had 10 minutes of debriefing where she would clearly outline the expectations and we set goals together on what needs to be focused on in future lessons. Farideh always showed a friendly and polite approach to ease my nerves and made me feel comfort throughout the sessions. At the time I was both a university student and worked part time, and my schedule was always busy and I had to manage to fit in driving lessons. Farideh was very flexible and even set sessions at 7am in the morning just to fit in sessions within my busy schedule and always arrived punctually. Without Farideh I wouldn’t have managed to pass as her guidance is something I will always cherish.
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Posted 4 days ago
I really want to thank you AA for giving junaid as my driving instructor he was so intelligent and without him i cant able to pass my driving test, he is such a gem, he was so calm and they way of handling the student was extraordinary.. Thank you once again AA and my instructor Junaid ❤️
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Posted 5 days ago
Michael was an incredible instructor and has a great way of teaching. Helped me past first time and couldn’t recommend more to a new driver
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Posted 1 week ago
The AA driving instructor made us happy, We are pleased we chose Peter Metcalfe. He is a very patient man, knowledgeable, gentle and reassuring. Our son has disabilities and was familiar with Peter as he had previously been the instructor for 2 of our other sons. As parents of the learner driver we were particularly impressed with Peter as he has the most positive attitude and this reflects onto his students. He was always punctual with his timing. We would like to thank him very much not just for one but on behalf of our 3 boys as he got them all through their tests. I would highly recommend Peter to anyone thinking of learning to drive with AA driving school.
The AA Driving School 5 star review on 24th August 2025
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Posted 1 week ago
I would like to say thank you to your amazing instructor Ian who thought my son Max driving and he passed his test at the first attempt . Patient, good communication and care. Fantastic experience
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Posted 1 week ago
I passed my driving test today! It was my second attempt at the practical exam, and I’m beyond grateful to AA Driving School and my incredible instructor, Junaid, for helping me get here. When I first started learning, one of the first challenges I faced was finding an instructor who taught automatic cars in my area. I felt lucky to discover Junaid through the AA Driving School website. Not only was he available, but AA’s lesson prices were also more affordable than the local average. Junaid was a game-changer. He’s not just a skilled driver—he’s a phenomenal teacher. Always patient, polite, reliable, consistently punctual, and endlessly encouraging. I’ve struggled with confidence and can be quite emotional at times, especially when I made mistakes or failed my mock tests (which happened more than once!). But Junaid never let me spiral. He helped me believe in myself, build confidence, and stay calm. I’ll never forget one moment when I was feeling overwhelmed. He pointed to the “AA” and “L” signs on the bonnet, then to the brake pedal under his seat, and said:“Don’t panic on the road. I’m with you. Other road users can see you’re a learner—they’ll be kind.” That simple reassurance meant everything. Whenever I felt down, Junaid reminded me of the progress I’d made and helped me focus on the positives. His feedback was always constructive, and his deep knowledge and experience made every lesson feel purposeful. I could genuinely feel myself improving day by day. Even on the early morning of my test, I was a bundle of nerves. I was even thinking of cancelling the test. I messaged Junaid, and he replied me: “Don’t worry, just give it a go! Don’t lose hope. I’m with you.” That message gave me the courage I needed. On the way to the test centre, he kept reassuring me that my skills were solid and I just needed to stay relaxed. That made all the difference. Yes I was still a bit nervous during the test, but I didn’t panic—and I did my best. When the examiner said I’d passed, I was in total disbelief! Junaid is hands-down the best instructor I could’ve asked for. I can’t recommend him highly enough. And huge thanks to AA Driving School for making this journey possible. I’ll definitely be recommending AA to all my friends who are preparing for their driving tests!
The AA Driving School 5 star review on 23rd August 2025
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Posted 1 week ago
I have booked a lesson with an automatic instructor, I have had past instructors but due to personal circumstances I’ve had to look for a new one. Hearing good things about AA I booked with this automatic instructor. He was awful! He spent the whole lesson throwing sexist, hurtful comments at me about my appearance and where I lived. He made me feel so uncomfortable the whole lesson and was so unprofessional. When I called AA to make a formal complaint they said there was nothing they could do about it and the woman on the phone was dismissive and rude. DO NOT RECOMMEND!
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Posted 1 week ago
* This driving school is terrible. I had an unprofessional and aggressive instructor who didn't respond to my calls and messages all day. When he finally showed up 15 minutes late, he told me he was cutting 30 minutes from our lesson. When I explained that I had been trying to contact him to resolve an issue, he told me he didn't care and it was "my problem." When I complained to the company, they refused to help, saying they have no control over their drivers and don't verify who they hire. I absolutely do not recommend this school.
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Posted 2 weeks ago
AA Driving School made me happy, and my driving instructor called Jesuthasan Rajkumar (Raj) was super helpful providing great guidance and an engaging learning style. Thanks to him I passed my test in West Wickham!
The AA Driving School 5 star review on 20th August 2025
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Posted 2 weeks ago
My instructor Cristian made me feel very relaxed and encouraged me along, I never felt pressured, the instructor always knew when I was ready to take the next step, the instructor was so friendly and happy and never uptight, he got me through my test and I passed first time with two minors, thank you so much
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Posted 2 weeks ago
Really happy with AA driving school, Jesuthasan Rajkumar (Raj) helped me pass my test by showing me all the correct points to look out for and taking it at my pace.
The AA Driving School 5 star review on 19th August 2025
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Posted 2 weeks ago
My instructor Martin is a great driving instructor and taught me everything I needed to know and got me through my test. Also, has a positive and lovely attitude making you feel confident and comfortable to drive. Would definitely recommend to take lessons with.
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Posted 2 weeks ago
awful m driving instructor takes money ends early doesnt show up on time acts like he knows it all and i know i should be ready for test now but he just doesnt want me to do it so he can earn more and more money
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Posted 2 weeks ago
Raj is a very good driving instructor. I’m very pleased with AA driving school.
The AA Driving School 5 star review on 16th August 2025
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Posted 2 weeks ago
I used AA driving school in Reading, my instructor Sanjeev was amazing he gave me the skills and confidence I needed, I passed today first time. Thank you Sanjeev for all your time and patience
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Posted 3 weeks ago
I used AA driving school in Reading, my instructor Sanjeev was amazing he gave me the skills and confidence I needed, I passed today first time. Thank you Sanjeev for all your time and patience
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Posted 3 weeks ago
The AA Driving School is rated 4.0 based on 1,119 reviews