Milly Nunns
I Started lessons with Steve after having had initial lessons with a different instructor whilst away at University.
Steve was recommended to me by my sister whose confidence with driving grew tremendously with his help, so I knew he could do the same for me.
In the past I didn’t enjoy driving lessons, but after moving to Steve, his patient manner and personality made them something to look forward to. I found with Steve that I progressed much more quickly, his explanations were easy to understand and he was able to answer my questions , however silly they might have been. He was always reassuring me when I doubted myself, and never made me feel bad about making mistakes.
He is Very reliable, never late and was able to schedule lessons around my working hours. He gave me the freedom to work on areas I believed that needed improvement, and always debriefed what went well and what could be adapted towards the end of the lesson.
His person-centred approach allows you to feel in control of your own progress and makes the lessons so much more enjoyable.
I’m So excited I passed, and with his help driving has become something I really love.
He goes above and beyond (even writing me a character reference for me) and I cannot stress enough just how amazing of an instructor he is!
Thank you Steve!
Abi Walls
Thank you for helping me pass my driving test. Before I came to Steve I had lessons with an instructor which didn’t work for me. However Steve made me feel more relaxed in the driving seat. He was very patient with me and a great teacher. Steve made sure I fully understood and wasn’t cross with me when I made mistakes. I was so excited when I passed and I’m enjoying driving myself wherever I need to go.
This is from Abi’s mum - My daughter started lessons with Steve after a poor experience with another instructor which impacted her confidence and desire to drive. Steve was much more relaxed and put Abi at ease. She was soon progressingly quickly and more confident behind the wheel. His easy style and expert tuition in 2 hour lessons meant she went on to pass her test in 3 and half months, and she’s a super little driver already!
Thanks Steve, great work. Would definitely recommend Steve for anyone looking for an instructor.
Sam Stoner
Steve taught perfectly from the start, picking up on the key areas that I needed to work on at the end of each lesson.
Gave simple guides on how to wor\k on each manoeuvre allowing it to be broken down into easy steps.
Kyran Hodgson
Ben McNally
I Think my Instructor was excellent when explaining situations into making sense, such as positioning the car to get in and out of tight situations.
He also provided useful resources such as road sign cards and a driving skills booklet which helped improve my overall road awareness.
I would recommend my Instructor to anyone, as he doesn’t show frustration and makes you feel confident behind the wheel.
Connor Swales
Thanks for helping me pass.
Looking back you helped me prioritize what I felt I needed to work on which helped me focus and develop my driving much faster, but you still picked up on things that I wouldn’t have known about. You were a lot calmer than driving with my parents, not as stressful which meant I enjoyed learning to drive with you.
You gave me knowledge of how the car works, most likely through my own curiosity but regardless I really appreciated the knowledge you were able to pass on to me.
I can’t Think of anything negative to say, you were flexible and able to work around me and understanding of coming from work/college and possibly being late on the odd occasion, and just the fact that you were available when all other driving instructors were full after the covid backlog.
Even after failing my first test, which was just nerves and stupid mistakes you were still open to teaching me and going over the mistakes that I made, so I could pass this time.
Henry Stevens
Steve was very good, always nice and calm. Explains things very clearly.
Always on time and would recommend to anyone.
Scarlett Glennie
Harry Embleton
Steve really helped me in my progression to passing my driving test, which I passed first time with only 4 minors. I was with Steve for around 9 or 10 months and he showed me the essential skills to pass my test.
Getting to know Steve throughout my time was a really good experience and made me look forward to my driving lessons rather dreading the thought of having a driving lesson.
Although lessons were tough at the beginning of my journey I got used to the car and quickly learnt how to confidently drive on the road.
Steve was also very patient throughout this period and always at the end of each lesson would give me a breakdown of the
lesson, what had gone well, what I could work on for future lessons and other guidance. In the run up to my test he also helped me to revise the show me, tell me questions in order to avoid any unnecessary driving faults.
He would always ask what would I like to work on today rather than him dictating what the lesson would be, so this entailed me to structure my learning to anything I was struggling with. When test day arrived Steve made me feel relaxed and calm by reassuring me that I was capable of passing my driving test.
I took an extra hour of training before my test, just to give myself time to go over my manoeuvres. The extra hour boosted my confidence and also calmed my nerves.
Overall, I am very thankful to Steve and his teaching methods which have now allowed me to be free to do whatever I want whenever I want.
Samantha Howden
I would highly recommend learning to drive with Steve.
His calm and collective manner makes learning to drive so much easier.
I was always at ease when on the road.
There wasn’t a question he couldn’t answer and if you didn’t understand something straight away he would change his tactics for better understanding.
I started to learn to drive in September 2023 and in a short amount of time passed March 2024.
Thank you so much Steve!
Alysha Nunns
I passed my test this week and cannot recommend Steve highly enough.
Steve was recommended to me personally and was willing to take me on from another driving school when a lot of instructors are unwilling to do this.
He soon put me at ease and I felt more comfortable and relaxed driving with him than anyone else. Steve managed to fit lessons around my irregular shift patterns and never let me down.
Steve soon identified areas for improvement and was happy to work with me on specific areas. He gave me the confidence to overcome driving test nerves and thanks to him I succeeded in passing.
Go with Steve, you won’t be disappointed.
Cameron Scholey
Steve was very good at explaining things and doesn’t give up on his students
Maria Finan
Steve has been a fantastic instructor, kind always patient and always helped to keep me calm during my many episodes of anxiety.
He answered every question clearly and made sure I understood before moving on.
Steve is very understanding and very calm.
A brilliant instructor all round.
Thank you Steve.
Lauren Ballance
Steve has been amazing.
Not only has he had patience and a can do attitude, he has shared an abundance of knowledge and experience which has helped me pass my driving test at the first attempt.
This will change my life entirely and it’s all thanks to Steve.
I can’t explain how grateful to Steve I truly am.
THANK YOU STEVE!
Zoe Barr
I was given everything I needed to help develop my skills, Stephen has helped me come a long way. I would definitely recommend anyone to join Stephen.
I could open up about any doubts I had and he would give me solutions if needed.
I am going to miss our emergency stops and the laughter we’d get from me doing silly mistakes, safe to say I will miss you and thank you for everything.
I wish you and all your other learners all the best.
Sam Jewson
Very helpful instructor, easy to understand and learn from.
Would recommend to other people wanting to learn to drive
Sam Boothroyd
Steve provided great support throughout.
I was a nervous driver having failed numerous tests before switching to Steve.
Lessons were structured and Steve acted in a calm manner which allowed me to feel at ease during lessons.
Niamh Atkinson
The workbook really helped with the images and explanations showing me what to do.
Steve was really helpful with directing me with what to do and staying calm throughout. He didn’t over complicate things and really helped.
Owen Scholey
Steve was very patient with me as I’m not a very fast learner.
He showed and taught me different ways to whichI then understood things better.
Jessica Chisholm
Materials:-
The workbook was very informative and helpful as I prepared for my driving test. I found the explanations on manoeuvres and the test marking system to be most helpful.
Instructor:-
Steve is by far the most calming, reassuring and helpful instructor I’ve had (including Bill Plant and AA instructors).His teaching style left me motivated and both myself and my husband noticed significant improvements in my driving in just the first few lessons.
I’m extremely grateful to Steve, as with his help and support I was able to pass my driving test on the first attempt.
Thank you , Steve!
Robbie Craven
He passed his Driving Test at the 2nd attempt in Pontefract
Mateusz Szczurek
My instructor is very experienced and was patient with me, his student.
He gave very clear and informative explanations to explain a topic or idea.
Very informative DVD with examples and explanations.
Steve got me up to test standard in a short amount of time.
Natalie Louise Lansdowne
Steve has helped me throughout my time learning to drive, including times of covid when due to lockdowns unable to do lessons. Within these time gaps of no driving I lost a lot of confidence, but Steve supported me through this and helped me with all and any areas that I lacked confidence or needed improvement.
Steve also taught me many tips and techniques that would help the areas I struggled with.
Steve has also helped me deal with times I felt stressed, anxious or worried, encouraging me to take my time, keep calm and prepare.
I would not have gained the skills, confidence and ability to pass my test without Steve’s support and guidance.
Christopher Crosby
Steve has been amazingly supportive and understood the way I learnt, and catered the lessons to my needs.
Also helped that he had a great sense of humour which put me at ease.
Chloe Jayde Watson
Stephen is an amazing instructor, he was very calm and patient with me.
i was very nervous at first starting to learn to drive, but Stephen was very friendly and made me feel comfortable and at ease.
I wouldn’t want any other instructor, Stephen was the best.
100% would recommend him to whoever wants to learn to drive.
Thank you Stephen.
Daniel Godoroja
I would like to thank Stephen for every second we spent working how to improve my driving skills. The best thing about working with Stephen is that he is honest and not only tells you where you went wrong but how you can improve.
Stephen was continually motivating me, even after I failed my last driving test.
He is incredibly patient, friendly and has a great sense of humour.
If I had to learn again I would still choose Stephen, he is simply the best!
Andrew Hirst
Very good instructor, calm and informative.
The workbook was helpful with learning, but I never used the DVD.
Easy to arrange lessons.
Samuel Hodgkin
Absolutely bang on, would recommend Steve to anyone.
Gave me lots of help and advice and also helped calm the nerves
Grace Molyneux
I was provided with workbook on first lesson which I found helpful.
Steve made me feel calm and comfortable during lessons and covered all aspects needed for the test.
Always asked me what I felt I needed more practice on and I was Happy with all my lessons
Lyndsey Jayne Ball
Thank you so much for your help and endless support in getting me through my Driving Test.
With your guidance and patience you taught me the skill to become a safe driver.
Thank you for giving me the confidence to drive and for helping me overcome my nervousness, i really appreciated your encouragement and you always made me feel at ease.
I will recommend to everyone that wants to learn to drive that you are the best, and if anyone is seeking the perfect driving instructor then this is you.
I really cannot thank you enough.
Jade Ann Byrne
Full Intensive
My Instructor was very polite and professional. He was very communicative and made it very clear what I did right or wrong. If I was ever unsure about anything or did something incorrectly, he would try to help me solve it, which made me the learner more confident. I did the 30 hour intensive course, which towards the end I found very tiring, but as i passed it was worth it.
Emily Burgess Moran
Steve provided all the information and help needed to prepare for my Driving Test.
He encouraged independent and self thinking driving throughout the lessons and taught in a clear and calm manner.
The workbook contained all the answers to any questions and problems I had and was very easy and clear to understand.
I have enjoyed mu lessons with Steve and I feel he has prepared me well to continue with my driving career
Vedat Akin
Vedat passed his Driving Test in Wakefield
Matthew Ian Gregory
Passed first time
Steve was an incredible instructor. He was very understanding, calm and explained any mistakes thoroughly, ensuring you understood his explanation before moving on. He was nice to talk to, maintaining a calm demeanour, which led to the lessons flying by, and be enjoyable. He was also willing to sacrifice his own time to provide extra lessons, which was very much appreciated. I would wholeheartedly recommend Steve to anyone who is looking for an Instructor. He will surely meet your expectations and exceed them. 10/10.
Ben Horner
Very easy and understanding instructions in the book.
It was mainly down to Steve I learnt most of the criteria in the book with Steve explaining it better.
Steve was easy to get along with and very easy going.
Definitely would recommend.
Liam Ballance
Passed first time
Steve has been perfect, helped me pass my test first time. Gave me great advice throughout my time driving with him. He gave good explanations around all driving aspects. The LDC workbook was very helpful and also helped with my driving skills. Thanks Steve.
Rebecca Wilson
Steve is a very patient and friendly instructor allowing students to feel calm and at ease. Steve seems to follow student centered and student led practice and allows students to critique themselves first and then offers guidance pre and post lesson as an evaluation and learning tool.
Throughout the lessons Steve offers appropriate guidance and tips.
Improvement wise, I would suggest mock tests and prompts for what would be marked as minor driving faults and major faults on the driving test.
However, I enjoyed my lessons and passed first time after a handful of lessons pre-covid lockdown and then a 14 month gap before resuming.
The workbook is handy, I didn’t look into the videos as hadn’t thought to look and the learning method seems great.
Nathan Sheffield
Steve has been a fantastic driving instructor since starting up with him last year and I cannot recommend him enough. Steve has been a great teacher and got me to a point where I was ready for my test and I was thankfully able to pass because of his great teaching. LDC are very lucky to have such a great instructor working for them, I will recommend Steve to anyone and everyone who is looking to pass in very few attempts. His patience is second to none and I'll be forever grateful that he got me to a point where I could pass after many years of learning. Thank you Steve, you are the best!
Charlotte Jayne Spencer
I learnt to drive at the start of lockdown and so had to keep stopping and starting.
Steve helped my confidence grow and get me used to the controls again. Any questions I had Steve was happy to answer and referred back to the LDC book and videos when able.
Steve knew I didn’t believe in myself and would sometimes give me a confidence boost and we would talk about our lesson, what went well, what didn’t, how do we improve which was beneficial for progressing my driving.
Thank you Steve and LDC You’ve made my dream come true!!
I’m eternally grateful!
Leon Haslam
Very Friendly, lovely to be taught by and and he’s incredibly helpful throughout the lessons
Oliver Downing
It is a different type of learning, as you are choosing what to Focus on within the lessons. However, this is a good thing as you know best your own weaknesses.
Stephen helped me very much, as he is calm and gets his point across well. He also fits the LDC system well as there is not always instructions all the time whilst driving, which gives time for reflections and knowing what you need to get better.
Victor Thomas
Passed 2nd Test
The teaching was superb and was able to work on my errors that I needed to improve on. The LDC workbook was very helpful too as it helped me with the show me, tell me questions and answers.
Katie Newboult
My Instructor was really friendly and patient with me, he was a brilliant communicator giving me the opportunity to personalise his teaching style to my needs. He was able to put me at ease and took the time to help me understand and correct my mistakes. He was observant and could help me identify when my nerves were getting the better of me and would calmly settle them when needed. I wouldn't have passed without him and his patient, calm and friendly attitude. Top marks from me!
Jacob Hinchliffe
Passed 1st time
I booked the test booster course over 1 week with Steve. This week has been such a breeze thanks to such an amazing teacher. He has shown me everything i needed to know throughout this week getting me ready for my test. Day to day communication has been great, I've known where I am and what i needed to work on due to brilliant feedback. It's been great as a whole.
Maria Sharkey
Passed first time
Brilliant Instructor! Really helpful on getting the parts I was unsure about. Let me guide the lesson. Would 100% recommend to anyone. Really flexible around my work schedule.
Bradley Nicholson
Passed 1st time
No problems, very good instructor.
Jude Tate-Arnold
Passed 1st time
Jude did 2 week Semi Intensive Course. - Steve helped me pass my driving test in two weeks despite me having little to no experience of driving prior to this. The way in which he taught me to drive was very effective, and in just two weeks he ensured I was at a point where I had nothing I was uncomfortable doing behind the wheel. I couldn't have asked for a better instructor. The LDC workbook was also useful when i needed to figure out what I still needed to learn. However i didn't use the diary section out of personal preference.
Jacques Bihiya
Passed his Driving Test in Wakefield
Lee Hughes
Passed his driving Test in Wakefield
Kaitlin Brennan
Passed 1st time
Clear, calm instructions, well explained and patient. Reassures student and helps build confidence on road, as well as teaching student to recognise own faults.
Abbie Leigh Halliday
Steve was an amazing person to have sat next to me during the short time he taught me. He is patient, kind, encouraging and a genuine lovely man. I will miss our lessons very much and I will definitely be recommending him in the future, as his caring nature helped me succeed. Thank you so much Steve!
Brennan Warhurst
Steve was a fantastic driving instructor. He explained everything in a really clear way and remained calm throughout the lessons. I would highly recommend Steve to anyone
Thank you so much for helping me pass!
Jack Dixon
Passed 1st time
Couldn't have asked for better instructor, remained calm when i made any mistakes and talked me through what went wrong which helped me to calm down and then rectify my mistakes. It has been an absolute pleasure to learn from Steve and would recommend 100% to anybody wanting to learn.
Abimbola Sangodoyin
Abimbola passed his driving test in Wakefield
Emma Crumpton
I've Passed
Steve is an excellent driving instructor, very calming and clearly wants you to do well. He is also willing to let you lead your lessons, so you are able to work on the areas you wish to work on. Couldn't recommend Steve enough.
Alfred Taylor Jones
Passed First Time
Steve was a brilliant instructor, who made me feel at ease from my very first lesson. He was extremely patient, let me learn at my own speed and also had a great sense of humour. I could contact him whenever I had a question or query and he would always respond promptly. I passed first time but I don't think I would have been able to if it wasn't for Steve.
Harrie Kaye
Passed First Time
Steve was a fantastic instructor, he got me through my driving test. From the very first lesson he really helped me with my nerves, he taught me good tactics and skills when driving on the road. I found the book very good preparation for each lesson and really useful for going over things while we discussed things at the side of the road. I passed first time!
Sarah Carrack
Passed first time
Katie Crumpton
I first started learning to drive around 8 years ago and failed my test 6 times as i really struggled with anxiety.
After a break of around 6 years I decided to try again, and after researching for instructors i chose to learn with Steve due to his friendly nature on the phone.
He made me feel at ease straight away and explained each step very clearly which really helped me cope with my anxiety, and after a couple of months I felt confident in taking my driving test.
While I didn’t pass my first attempt with Steve he helped keep my confidence and belief in myself strong. I did pass on my second attempt with only 4 minors.
Overall a really brilliant instructor and the method of training suited me as well.