Danielle NW11
I never thought id see the day when i finally passed my driving test!
At first i was apprehensive about starting to learn to drive but neills approch to teaching instantly made me feel at ease and learning a more enjoyable experience.
Being relativley new to london neill always gave me the best advice about coping with london roads and traffic, his expertise with driving and road knowledge lead from being a complete novice to passing in less than 5 months!
Im now able to be more mobile for myself and for my daughter and because ill need to be a good motorway driver i will be doing my pass plus with neill asap!
Also neill will soon have the pleasure of teaching my fiancee too!
Thank you so much neill
Ill see you on the motorway!
Hannah N16
I cannot recommend Neill highly enough, especially if you are nervous about driving or have had a bad experience with a previous instructor. Following a series of lessons with the AA, I felt I had made little progress and driving seemed a nerve-wracking and daunting prospect. In my initial session with Neill he pointed out all the skills I had retained, which gave me confidence. He continued to build my confidence throughout the lessons, and was always calm, clear and extremely patient.
The LDC book helped me to prepare in advance of each lesson, which eased my nerves. Having my lessons structured around the book allowed me to record my progress, and provided a clear and natural build up to taking the driving test.
Although I failed two tests, Neill's absolute conviction in my ability to pass never faltered. On my third attempt I managed to keep my test-day nerves under control and demonstrate all the skills Neill had taught me, passing with five minors.
Jonus N7
14 Hours – Driving Practice with Neill and I passed my Practical Test on the first attempt.
Firstly I would like to thank Neill for helping me achieve my Driver’s license. I have been driving in various countries such as India and Kuwait before I came here to the UK. As anyone would think once you know how to move a car you can drive, but this is not the case. Rules and traffic regulations as well as driving are approached in different styles. Neil has helped me improve as a driver by observing me and simply showing me where I needed to improve. His calm approach and explanations of his daily experiences in traffic gives you a firsthand experience of what to expect when or before the wheels start rolling. His stern voice to correct you not a shout but one that makes you remember for a weeks and months to come is what not to do whilst in the car. Since I have been working long hours and I was only be able go for classes on the weekend the Handbook (Driving skills Workbook) has enhanced by knowledge of the rules and regulations and positioning the vehicle on the road thus saving lots of time on explanations during classes.
Once again I would like to thank Neill for all his efforts and hard work.
Gayna NW10
'Well, I've done it. Thats one more thing that i tick off as accomplished for the year, and have Neill to thank for that. I must admit there were times when I thought that driving was not for me, but my experience with him was such a good one that towards the end, my trend of thought had changed.
He has the patience of a saint, and an ease of friendliness about him that relaxes you, from the first time you meet him. He knows his stuff, gives clear instructions and always lets you know when you doing well or when you lack in concentration.
What I really admire about Neill, is that he loves what he does and I think that is a really important trait for a driving instructor. Even more important is that he is clearly very good at it.
Thanks a million Neill, for your lessons that will last a lifetime.'
Ali NW2
I really enjoyed learning to drive with Neill and the LDC course system. I did a semi-intensive course and have just passed my test on the first attempt after 36 hours of lessons. Neill is a great instructor; he is calm, patient, very competent and makes you feel at ease in the car. He is very good at gauging when you are ready to move on to something else, and when you need to take a short break to regroup. His teaching style is excellently supported by the LDC course, which includes a DVD to help with the theory test, and a book which breaks learning to drive into manageable chunks and gives each lesson a clear objective.
Neill was extremely professional throughout, very organized and flexible in booking lessons. I'd highly recommend him to anyone learning to drive, who wants to feel comfortable and confident on the road.
Raymond - NW London
Well today on 28/7/11 I passed my driving test. I'm so happy I've been trying for 18 months having failed twice before I changed instructors and went with Neill. I am very impressed with his teaching, he makes you feel relaxed, he is a funny guy so thats a plus when your learning to drive as it puts me at ease. He is a straight talker and he makes sure you understand what your doing before you move on to anything else. As I had trouble bay parking, so every lesson we practised bay parking for bit of the lesson until it was drilled into me. If your going to learn to drive and reading this, I can't recommend him highly enough. Oh yeah I passed with only 1 MINOR AND WITH OUT HIS TUTORING I DONT THINK I EVER WOULD HAVE DONE SO WELL ON THE TEST.
Jonathan Pym - NW6
I really enjoyed having Neill as an instructor. He was always very clear with his instructions and he would never get annoyed with me if I did something wrong.
I passed my theory test and practical test first time with 42 hours of lessons and only 8 minors in my exam. I could never have done this without Neill.
Thank you Neill
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Finding an instructor like Neill was like a breath of fresh air in my life of achievements. Before my classes with him I’ve been driving for a while with an instructor that had no interest in making me getting a pass, as if intentionally. He wouldn’t explain things to me, got frustrated easily if I asked questions and simply criticized me and expected me to know things, which I clearly didn’t. After my first lesson with NeilI was overjoyed and relieved knowing that I’m in the right hands and I’m going to be taught all the basics and feel comfortable, confident on the road. One of Neill’s features is tendency to talk quite a bit but he only points out what’s appropriate and relevant, so that you can improve your driving.
Can’t fault him, very professional and loves what he is doing. LDC materials couldn’t be more useful and helpful as well, with clear pictures for better visualisation and DVD’s for those who need extra guidance and help. What a relief it was finding him… With 3 minors, I’ve passed my test today. But most importantly, it is all there in my head and nobody can take it away!
Alec NW6
As I had a bad experience trying to learn to drive several years ago I was apprehensive of my first lesson with Neill. However, he put me at ease straight away and driving quickly became fun.
From the outset Neill assessed my needs and tailored the lessons accordingly. Each lesson had clear goals, was supported by the comprehensive LDC advance reading and was followed by a de-brief with suggested learning points for the future.
I was impressed by how organised Neill was, promptly responding to emails, calls and texts, never late and accommodating when booking suitable lesson times. In fact, throughout the course (as my circumstances changed) we had had lessons during the week, on weekends, early in the morning and in the evenings.
I was fortunate enough to pass at my first attempt and have no doubt that it was thanks to Neill that I have managed to become a confident driver!
Jodi - NW2
After failing two previous tests through another driving school, I decided to change Instructor and School as I was never comforatble with my previous Instructor and did not look forward to my lessons. I then found Neill at LDC and straight away felt comfortable and relaxed driving and didn't dread the lessons anymore.
Neill is an extremly patient and calm Driving Instructor even when I was having a bad driving day. His instructions were always clear and encouraging and he has a great way of making driving fun.
I had weekly lessons, he was always flexible with lessons and once ready for my test, I passed first time with Neill, I would highly recommend him to anyone and after a wee break, I will be learning Pass Plus with him.
Thanks Neill
Luke
- N5
I would highly recommend neill to anyone that is learning too drive!
After doing an assessment he recommended the LDC test booster course which was very effective and got me upto test standard very quickly. Before I started learning with Neill I didn't have much confidence, but after taking lessons with him it was clear that I made the right choice of instructor.
He was very friendly and he never got annoyed when I made mistakes. Whilst he was teaching me to drive I felt more and more confident at the end of every lesson.
Neill made learning to drive fun, and I always looked forward to our next lesson!
On the day of the test I felt calm and fully prepared.
I passed first time at Borehamwood with only four minors!
Thanks neill!
Kev – West London
“I had a couple of lessons a few years ago with a well-known driving School and never got round to taking my test, so I booked a semi-intensive with Neill. He was very helpful in setting up the course to fit around my busy work and social schedule and proved to be an excellent teacher, getting me to test standard much quicker than I was expecting. I felt very confident learning with Neill and this was justified when I passed first time. I would highly recommend Neill to anyone either looking to learn from scratch or students looking to shake bad habits from other instructors.”
Michelle Sartorio - W9
Neill is an extremely committed driving instructor and I am grateful to have chosen him. I have been driving for over 15 years in South America and as I recently moved to the UK, had to learn the UK style and standards of driving. Neill was able to interpret what were my main needs from day one and as a result, I passed the test in early December 2010, with very few minor mistakes. I would not hesitate to recommend Neill to anyone!
Chloe - London
I did the Intensive crash course with Neill due to my work schedule making it difficult to do driving lessons in the past. Many people I told I was doing it were wary that intensive courses generally don't work as well as driving lessons spread out in a normal fashion. However having proved them all wrong and passing first time after only starting to drive 6 days before the test, I can only thank Neill enough for getting me through it all before a week was up. He is patient, calm and persevering. He is a great teacher and got me through it in the very little time I had. The LDC dvd and book are a great and steady way of learning the driving skills and I would highly recommend Neill as an instructor if you are wanting to learn to drive. He explains each step in a very easy way to remember and gives you the confidence you need when in a car. Thank you Neill, I now LOVE driving, Chloe.
Ben - NW5
The structure of the Semi-Intensive, combining the practical lessons with dvd / book was very effective. Neill was as excellent teacher and on the day of the test I felt calm and prepared. My first lesson was in late September and I passed first time two months later. Cheers.
Anat Treanor - NW6
As an experienced driver I faced a different challenge: kicking old habits out and get my driving skills into proper shape. The fact I didnt drive a stick for years didnt help either. It took very few hours of practice for Neill to turn me into the driver I should be. Giving all sorts of useful tips and reminders, making sure I wont get too nervous before the test, having tons of patience. It actually have been fun, more than I expected, but I wont do that again... THANK YOU!
Push and pull...
Amy - NW6 
I'm another one of Neill's students to pass first time. Having first chosen BSM as my driving school, I had two instructors, one who was more nervous than me and didn't push me at all, and another one who pushed me too far too soon, which put me off the car for a while. Six years later, I made a wise choice in choosing LDC and Neill to help me pass. He is somewhere in between my two previous instructors, and I never felt completely beyond my level, yet have now passed with far less hours lesson time than the 45 hour average, and without any practice in between! Passing with Neill has definitely saved me time and money.
Roisin - NW10
After wasting a lot of money on driving lessons with Red Driving school and not learning very much, I booked an intesnsive course of lessons with Neill who turned out to be a brilliant driving instructor who helped me pass first time. I would recomend him to anyone. He helped me learn so much in a very short space of time. He was very calm and explained what I needed to do and how to do it in a clear way. He never shouted or got annoyed at me even when my driving was appalling. He is a fantastic driving instructor and I would highly recomend him.
Sean - St Johns Wood
Upon scouring the internet looking for possible driving schools it became clear that there was a lot of choice however, when looking at LDC the manner of how they taught was superior, reading the pre lessoned material resulting to more actual driving time on the road.
It was important to me to select a driving school and instructor that would provide me and teach me to a high and more important proactive personal standard.
LDC & Neill provided this in such a perfect way and I was able to pass FIRST time. Im very pleased with my choice and would truly recommend Neill to anyone.
Neil is a great instructor that made me calm behind the wheel from the get go and really helped me to develop in such a short space of time. He gave clear instructions and explained in clear detail what I was doing wrong and how to improve.
Neill was always at hand whenever I needed him on the phone and the humour and banter in the car while driving made it that more fun. Each lesson with Neill was a joy.
Learning to drive really wasn’t stressful it was fun.
Thanks Neill!
Helena, London N5
"I took my test twice when I was 17 and failed twice. But 10 years later with Neill I passed first time. I wanted to learn with LDC as I liked the idea of backing up practical lessons with DVDS and books. Neill is a very patient instructor who gives clear advice and instructions. He's very calm which is exactly what you need for London driving. He was great at giving pointers while always being very encouraging. He was also brilliant at putting the time in to battle through IT systems to get me convenient test dates! I would happily recommend him to anyone."
Eric Yu, London NW3
I have previously failed the driving test twice more than ten years ago and have not resumed lessons until very recently.
I found Neill’s details online and gave him a ring. We got on well together right from the start and after the introductory assessment; I opted for weekly lessons as it suited my schedule well.
Over the course of the lessons, I have greatly benefited from Neill’s tuitions and guidance. I have made numerous mistakes during the lessons but he was always calm, friendly and patient. His lessons were not only instructive, but were also fun. The Driving Test Complete DVD complements the lessons well as I can read up on the topics and ask questions during the lessons if there are things I do not understand.
I passed on our first attempt together. I look forward to learning from him again for the Pass Plus course when I return from a well-earned break. I would recommend Neill without hesitation.
Sam Smith, Muswell Hill
"I passed my Theory test a while ago and had done some driving with two other driving school, but due to other commitments I put driving on hold until I came back to London after finishing university.
Although I wasn't entirely dissatisfied with the other driving schools I had used, I decided to use LDC as they were recommended by a friend. I noticed the difference immediately, LDC really are head and shoulders above the competition.
I called up Neill, and after a chat on the phone, he came round and did an intitial assessment, he then recommended the midway pass course. This proved to be great value for money, as Neill's assessment was entirely accurate; the course was exactly the right amount of hours I needed to get to test standard.
Over the course of lessons, Neill has taught me how to drive properly and safely. I would recommend Neill to anyone learning to drive; heis very patient, communicative and very easy to get on with."
Claire Orrells, Holloway.
'I was a nervous learner who had failed 5 times and given up, but Neill had the patience to go through everything and make driving fun. I passed on our first attempt, thanks! so happy I passed.'
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