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The AA Driving School Reviews

4.1 Rating 1,341 Reviews
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of reviewers recommend The AA Driving School
4.1
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The AA Driving School 5 star review on 9th May 2026
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The AA Driving School 5 star review on 9th May 2026
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The AA Driving School 5 star review on 7th May 2026
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Anonymous  // 01/01/2019
I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better driving instructor. I passed first time with Martin Gunter, and I truly believe that was down to his teaching style and how committed he was from the very first lesson. After trying a few different instructors before finding him, the difference was huge. He was reliable, patient, genuine, and always went above and beyond for his students. He shared loads of helpful resources that made everything feel far less intimidating and confusing, and he had a real talent for breaking things down in a way that actually made sense without overcomplicating anything. He was always calm and patient, even when I was being clumsy or making mistakes. He created such a relaxed atmosphere during lessons. Great conversations, positivity, and even some excellent TV show recommendations along the way! What stood out most was how encouraging and kind he was. He made me feel comfortable learning and helped build my confidence massively. Never in a million years did I think I’d pass first time, but his support and teaching made all the difference. I’d recommend him to absolutely anyone learning to drive.
The AA Driving School 5 star review on 9th May 2026
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Posted 23 hours ago
I recently passed my driving test at Mitcham Driving Test Centre on 09/05/2026, and I couldn’t have done it without the excellent guidance of JESUTHASAN RAJKUMAR (RAJ) from AA Driving School. Raj is an incredibly patient, professional, and knowledgeable driving instructor. From the very beginning, he helped build my confidence and made every lesson calm, clear, and enjoyable. His teaching style is easy to understand, and he always focused on improving my driving skills safely and correctly. What stood out most was his attention to detail and the way he prepared me thoroughly for the driving test routes and real driving situations. He gave constructive feedback after every lesson, which helped me improve quickly and feel fully prepared on test day. Thanks to Raj’s support, encouragement, and expert instruction, I passed my driving test successfully. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and supportive driving instructor.
The AA Driving School 5 star review on 9th May 2026
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Posted 1 day ago
AA Driving School made me happy and my driving instructor called Jesuthasan Rajkumar ( RAJ) I pass my driving test today in Mitcham with zero minor faults. His teaching was amazing and makes you feel confident even when you made a mistake. I highly recommend him has a high quality driving instructor.
The AA Driving School 5 star review on 7th May 2026
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Posted 3 days ago
Andy Carrick was my instructor and he was great, never raised his voice or was stressed and his actual teaching methods were extremely effective. i passed my test first time and i couldn't recommend him enough.
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Posted 4 days ago
My driving instructor was Martin Gunter and I cannot recommend him highly enough! I was a super nervous & unconfident learner. Martin was really brilliant in supporting me , staying calm and encouraging me all the way from my first lesson to passing my test first time with only 4 faults! If you are looking for the best driving instructor, learn with Martin! I am so happy that I can now confidently drive around the streets of London and beyond. Thank you Martin, you are a star! 😊
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Posted 1 week ago
I passed my driving test in Edinburgh today. My driving instructor is Mohammed Riaz, he is incredibly supportive with great skills. I have been learning with my driving instructor for almost a year now. He helped me feel relaxed and confident behind the wheel from the very first lesson. Riaz is extremely professional, patient and knowledgeable, which has made a huge difference in building my confidence on the road. He always explains things clearly and simply, making sure I fully understand each skill before moving on. His calm and supportive approach helped me to stay relaxed even in challenging situations. Thanks to his guidance and well-structured instruction, my driving has improved significantly over time. I would highly recommend Riaz to anyone looking for a trusted instructor to help them succeed in their learning to drive journey.
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Posted 1 week ago
The AA Driving School made me happy by giving me the confidence and skills I needed to pass my practical test. My instructor, Ahmad Zia Kohistani, was patient, supportive, and explained everything clearly. He always made me feel calm and comfortable during lessons, which really helped me improve my driving. His teaching style was professional and encouraging, and he helped me build confidence on the road. I’m very grateful for all his help and would highly recommend him and The AA Driving School to anyone learning to drive.
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Posted 1 week ago
I recently passed my driving test and had a great experience with this driving school with Jesuthasan Rajkumar ( RAJ). He was professional, patient, and very supportive throughout my learning journey. He explained everything clearly and helped build my confidence step by step.
The AA Driving School 5 star review on 26th April 2026
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Posted 2 weeks ago
Had about 9 lessons with James Lewitt, and he’s an absolute STAR!!! So patient, so polite and VERY VERY knowledgeable. I had one instructor before with who I failed 2 tests, had less lessons with James and smashed my test with only 3 minors!!! Would 100000% recommend the man, a 10/10 instructor.
The AA Driving School 5 star review on 22nd April 2026
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Posted 2 weeks ago
I passed my driving test thanks to Ziba, and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. From the very beginning she was patient, supportive, and really helped build my confidence behind the wheel. She explains everything clearly and makes sure you fully understand, rather than just memorising routes. Even when I was nervous, she stayed calm and reassuring, which made a massive difference. Her teaching style is very structured but also relaxed, so you never feel pressured. Ziba always gave honest feedback and focused on the areas I needed to improve, which is exactly what helped me pass. She also prepared me really well for the test routes and what to expect on the day, so nothing felt unfamiliar. I’d highly recommend her to anyone learning to drive, especially if you’re someone who gets nervous,she really knows how to bring out your confidence and get you test-ready. Thank you so much again Ziba!
The AA Driving School 5 star review on 21st April 2026 The AA Driving School 5 star review on 21st April 2026
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Posted 2 weeks ago
Andrew Carrick, What a amazing instructor so patient and calm made that real difference when learning. Made learning the rules of the road easy through his amazing teaching skills.
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Posted 2 weeks ago
If you are looking for a driving instructor who genuinely cares about making you a 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲, 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 driver rather than just helping you pass a test, Farideh is the one. It has been a sincere honour and a great pleasure to be her student. I started with absolutely zero experience, and after lessons with her, I felt completely prepared. Farideh is incredibly patient and kind, not just to her students but to everyone on the road. She never just told me what I did wrong; she took the time to explain the "why" behind my faults, which helped me build real confidence behind the wheel. Greenford is known for being one of the most challenging test centres in West London, but thanks to Farideh’s expert guidance, I passed on my very 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝘆 with only 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗿 fault! She was always punctual, professional, and such a lovely person to learn from. I cannot thank her enough for her help. If you want to be a safe driver for life, I highly recommend Farideh!
The AA Driving School 5 star review on 20th April 2026
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Posted 2 weeks ago
Ahmad Zia Kohistani is an outstanding driving instructor who played a key role in helping me pass my driving test on the first attempt. His teaching style is calm, clear, and very supportive, which made a huge difference in building my confidence behind the wheel. One of the most valuable things he taught me was how to properly control my speed in different driving situations. He was patient and took the time to explain everything in a way that was easy to understand and apply. Coming from a background of driving abroad, I found adjusting to driving on the left side of the road quite challenging at first. However, Ahmad helped me effectively transfer my existing driving knowledge and adapt it safely to UK roads. He is professional, reliable, and genuinely committed to his students’ success. I would highly recommend Ahmad to anyone looking for a skilled and encouraging driving instructor.
The AA Driving School 5 star review on 17th April 2026
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Posted 3 weeks ago
I had a fantastic experience learning with Kathleen (Katie) Philipson. Having held a South African licence for over 20 years, I didn’t need to learn from scratch, but I was looking for some lessons to build my confidence driving on UK roads and prepare for my test. Thanks to her guidance and support, I passed my test today! I would highly recommend Katie to anyone - whether you are a complete beginner or just need a confidence boost like I did!
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Posted 3 weeks ago
I had a fantastic experience learning to drive with AA Driving School, and I can’t recommend my instructor, Jesuthasan Rajkumar (Raj), highly enough. From the very first lesson, Raj was professional, patient, and incredibly supportive. He has a calm and reassuring teaching style that really helped build my confidence behind the wheel, especially when I was nervous at the start. He explains everything clearly and makes sure you fully understand each skill before moving on. What really stood out was his ability to adapt lessons to my pace and focus on areas where I needed improvement, without ever making me feel pressured. His encouragement and constructive feedback made a huge difference in my progress. Thanks to Raj’s guidance, I felt well-prepared for my driving test and much more confident as a driver overall. If you’re looking for a reliable, friendly, and highly skilled instructor, I would definitely recommend Raj at AA Driving School.
The AA Driving School 5 star review on 16th April 2026
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Posted 3 weeks ago
I had Andy Carrick as my instructor and he helped me a lot with passing. He was very patient and always helped me feel at ease, even when I had made a mistake. I learnt a lot and now I’ve passed I feel confident driving on my own thanks to the help of the AA Driving School and Andy.
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Posted 3 weeks ago
Jahir was a great instructor, used constructive criticism perfectly and is the reason I passed
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Posted 3 weeks ago
I passed at Morden test center and had a great experience with my driving instructor Atiqa. She was a fantastic instructor who was calm, kind and incredibly supportive throughout my learning. She explained everything clearly and always made me feel at ease. She also shared helpful resources and links outside lessons which really supported my progress.
The AA Driving School 5 star review on 13th April 2026
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Posted 3 weeks ago
I learned to drive with Atiqa Javid after previously trying to learn with two different instructors. I cannot believe how quickly I was able to pass first time (three months of lessons) with so few minors under her teaching! She is a very patient and dedicated instructor who is well suited to learners lacking confidence - she always remembered which areas I struggled with in each lesson and encouraged me to build my confidence with these tricky aspects of driving, whilst making sure that I was not overwhelmed. I cannot recommend Atiqa enough, thank you for everything that you do!
The AA Driving School 5 star review on 12th April 2026
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Posted 3 weeks ago
Im very happy and satisfied with the training and lessons I received from Mr.Freddie. He is very thorough with every detail and has got good sense of humour for the times I was nervous. I can say Im super confident now. Thank you, I am grateful for everything.
The AA Driving School 5 star review on 10th April 2026
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Posted 4 weeks ago
The AA Driving School is rated 4.1 based on 1,341 reviews