1st Time School of Motoring  Recensioni 

I passed my driving test today thanks to Anup from 1st Time school of motoring, and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better instructor!

He was incredibly patient, calm, experienced and supportive throughout the whole process. He explained things clearly, gave lots of useful tips and techniques, and always made sure I fully understood everything before moving on. Even when I was nervous or doubting myself, he stayed encouraging and helped build my confidence.

What I really appreciated was how dedicated he was — he would genuinely try to move things around to fit lessons in and make sure I was fully prepared for my test. I always felt like he cared about helping me become a safe and confident driver, not just passing the test.

Thanks to his teaching, I felt well prepared for both the test routes and driving independently overall. I’m so grateful for all the support and would highly recommend Anup to anyone looking for a driving instructor!

Learning to drive with Stephan Hassan, also known as “Coach,” has been an outstanding experience from start to finish. From our very first introductory meeting and assessment lesson, his approach was professional, constructive, and incredibly reassuring. He immediately identified both my strengths and weaknesses and created a well-structured lesson plan tailored specifically to my needs and progress.

Every lesson was organised, purposeful, and delivered with a high level of discipline and professionalism. He maintained strict standards throughout the learning process, which pushed me to improve consistently while also building my confidence behind the wheel. His teaching style was patient yet firm, ensuring that I developed safe driving habits and a strong understanding of road awareness.

What truly sets him apart is his vast knowledge, experience, and ability to explain even the most difficult driving situations in a calm and understandable way. His thoughtful advice and practical techniques made a huge difference in my development as a driver. He not only taught me how to pass a driving test but also how to become a confident, safe, and responsible driver for life.

When I first started, I had very little confidence and almost no driving experience. Through his dedication, guidance, and structured teaching methods, he completely transformed me from a beginner into a fully test-ready driver. The improvement in my driving ability and confidence has been remarkable.

Coach consistently went the extra mile throughout my learning journey. This included carefully planning lessons, conducting realistic mock tests, covering potential test routes in detail, and thoroughly educating me on driving standards and examiner expectations. His commitment to my success was evident in every lesson.

I am genuinely grateful for Stephan Hassan’s support, professionalism, patience, and dedication. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, experienced, and highly committed driving instructor.
Bezawit

Very professional

Such a rewarding experience learning from someone so passionate about safe, confident driving, and then passing first time! Thank you, Franco, for your time, support, and encouragement!

I had a previous instructor who wasn’t progressing me well enough, so then I was recommended Franco. Franco taught me how to drive efficiently and safely and helped me past first time. Would 100% recommend to anyone who is trying to pass.

I couldn’t have asked for a better driving instructor. Anup has made every lesson something to look forward to and has always been so patient, never making me feel belittled when i made mistakes. Will forever appreciate all his support as well as his unmatched sense of humour
Thank you Anup!!

My instructor was Anup who was amazing. Very patient, supportive, and easy to get along with. Felt more like a friend than a driving instructor. Highly recommend him!

I had a great experience learning with Anup. He was patient, calm, and always explained things clearly, which really helped build my confidence. He stayed supportive and professional throughout, turning mistakes into useful learning points. Thanks to his guidance, I passed my driving test and I’d definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable instructor.

My driving instructor Ahmad was very patient and ensured i knew everything in time for my test. He also made sure I was confident enough with all the experience i acquired which led me to pass 1st time with only 3 minors!!

I had a great experience with Suleiman, the driving instructor. His way of explaining and breaking down the information was extremely clear and helpful. In just six hours, he helped me fully understand the Sidcup area and succeed in it. I’m very grateful for his support, and I truly recommend Suleiman to anyone looking for a patient, skilled, and professional driving instructor.

I have to thank Abeer first and foremost she is a brilliant instructor she is very calm and she will encourage every step of the way. When you lose faith in yourself she will always be there to support you when you need her! She will ensure you get it right if you don’t the first time. I am so thankful and grateful to have had her as my instructor and I happily PASSED my test with NO minors or faults thanks to her!

I started my lessons with franco last year. From minute one of getting in the car franco made me feel welcome and comfortable. As im a older person at the age of 48 I was a bit apprehensive and nervous about learning to drive but franco was patient and gave clear instructions of what to do which helped me settle in to my new challenge fairly quickly. After taking test on first attempt I was unsuccessful. franco was quick to build my courage back up and got me to jump straight back in the car and go again. I recently passed my test and can’t thank franco enough. Would recommend to anyone looking to start driving lessons, sort out franco! Top man!

I told them the date of my test and they were able to find and instructor for me. Anup was great and funny. He was able to help me pass first time round, great guidance and excellent teaching style.

DO NOT BOOK FAHAD as a driving instructor. He is late to appts, does not update you of lateness, took money, refused to give lessons, refused to return outstanding monies, poor communication until I threatened to report transaction as fradulant to the police, bank and 1st school of motoring. Very unprofessional. Does not confirm the length of driving lesson until after he has delivered the lessons and then charges amount. He stated he only gives 2 hr lessons but does not make this clear from the outset.

After reporting him to the driving school (who took my fraudulant claims seriously and supported me to get somr of my money back). He did eventaully return some of my money. But i am currently still waiting the remaining monies.

I have basically been chasing him for 4 days for my money. And his excuses are unprofessional and unacceptable (out of town, funeral, busy etc etc).

This review is based of my experience with fahad ONLY (one of their driving instructors). This review is not based on 1st school driving as a company.

I have evidence to support all of my claims.

Will npt be using FAHAD again. Neither should you.

I passed my driving test today, and I owe so much of this success to my instructor, Anup. He is truly one of the best instructors.. When I started, I had no driving knowledge at all—I was a complete beginner. From the very first lesson, Anup was so patient, organized, and supportive. He always made time for lessons, communicated clearly about what we’d be doing, and gave me the confidence I needed to succeed. He was never pushy—just friendly, calm, and always encouraging. I can’t thank him enough for guiding me through this journey. I highly recommend Anup if you’re looking for a top-notch instructor—he’s the best in town. Thank you so much, Anup, for all your hard work!

I would not recommend using Asif at all. His lateness to our lessons and lack of communication is very unprofessional. Even taking days before getting a response. His response to me informing him of his unprofessional conduct was that "I should be professional too and get my maths right, that he was 16 minutes late not 26 minutes late" This makes no difference, late is late. He has been very disrespectful, would not recommend.

A big thank you to my driving instructor Franco and 1st Time School of Motoring.
I had my ups and downs, and learning to drive did not come easy to me. Franco supported me every step of the process, was incredibly patient, and helped to build my confidence. These lessons allowed me not just to pass my exam (on the first try!), but to become a good and safe driver- which was very important to me!
Also, I never felt stressed or pressured during our lessons. I genuinely enjoyed them - they were always productive, fun and friendly.
Thank you, Franco!

My driving experience was made simple, thanks to my Instructor Franco. Not only did he prepare me to take my driving test, but he taught me how to truly drive which makes the thought driving without an instructor a lot less daunting.

Therefore my feedback to 1st time School of Motoring is hire more people like Franco, and to a student just do what he says!!

Really attentive and encouraging driving instructor, Anup helped me pass with confidence!! Definitely recommend

Very professional, respectful and instructs with care. My instructor Mr. Anup is such a nice guy. He is super supportive and very skillfull. Wish them all the best .