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Read published feedback from learners who chose The DTC for patient instruction, practical support and a clearer route towards their driving goals.

4.8

Featured review average

Based on 38 reviews currently published by The DTC.

Published feedback

What learners tell us

Names are shortened on this website for learner privacy. Review wording and ratings are drawn from the published review records managed by The DTC.

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Carrieanne T.

β€œDTC have been amazing with my husband with only having 2 weeks untill test date. They found him a great instructor Jez same day we contacted them! Jez instantly made him feel very comfortable. My husband’s second language is French and Jez was able to explain to him and give instructions in French aswell as English! It’s always good to have a second language in jobs like this! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ Would highly recommend Jez to anyone. Your pupil electric! πŸ˜‚β€
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Connor S.

β€œI had a week left before my driving test, and Karine instantly assisted me and helped me find an instructor. Jez helped me pass my test on my first try because he’s a great teacher. I wouldn’t have known how to do the test without him. Recommend!”
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C J

β€œPassed first time with only one minor - thanks Marcin!”
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Claire F.

β€œThe DTC have been amazing! They helped my oldest son find a great instructor and Karine went above and beyond in finding him alternative test dates. My other son has just had lessons through them and yet again they have been amazing. If only all companies were this helpful and trustworthy. If you're looking for a reliable and honest company then look no further!”
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J M

β€œAmazing experience with this company. Karine matched me with Marcin extremely quickly. I started my lessons and felt supported the whole way, Marcin was very adaptable to my schedule as-well. I managed to pass first time this week. And i will be continuing while i wait for my car for the next month to do more advanced places outwith the test areas. Will use them again once family members are of age for driving. Amazing prices as-well and easy to get in contact with Karine too if any problems. Very thankful for all the support and my journey with the company. :)”
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Finnian L.

β€œPass on my first test thanks to Jeremy Hux!”
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Daniel U.

β€œMy decision to use DTC paid off massively. My instructor, Imran is the absolute best. He focused my attention on every single detail I require to pass the test and went the extra mile to help me achieve my goals. I'll always be grateful for this. I highly recommend DTC to anyone looking to pass their driving test in the shortest possible time.”
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Jayne C.

β€œI held a provisional licence for 40 years but was never confident enough to follow through to driving. I have now passed after only a few months taking lessons with Chris. He is an amazing instructor and a real nice positive genuine guy. He kept me focused and feeling more confident than I have ever been over the years while taking lessons. Highly recommended!!”
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Gill T.

β€œVery proffesional company, Karine contacted me often as i moved up the waiting list. As an older learner, i knew my journey would take longer. Chris accepted from the start that i wanted to learn at my own pace. He is a very kind & patient instructor. He took me out of my comfort zone by believing in me & getting me to believe in myself. All my lessons were relaxed with no pressure. Chris genuinely cares about each students learning. I passed ,Thanks to Chris , though he will say I did all the hard work.”
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Caitlin

β€œJust passed my practical test today; first time. Andy was a wonderful instructor! Many thanks.”
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Eteowo T.

β€œI’m very pleased to have booked my driving lessons with The Driving Training Center (DTC). They were professional, efficient, and helped me get my driving test booked in good time. I was lucky to have Shoeib as my instructor β€” a true professional whose passion for teaching shows from the very first lesson. He’s patient, a great listener, and explains everything clearly, helping you become a confident and safe driver. His mock tests were fantastic and really prepared me for the real thing. Thanks to Shoeib’s excellent coaching, I passed first time with no minor faults! Highly recommend DTC and Shoeib to anyone looking for top-quality driving lessons. πŸš—πŸ‘β€
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Reece C.

β€œGreat lessons and teachings”
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Jack H.

β€œJez is a brilliant driving instructor - patient, clear, and genuinely supportive. He explains everything in a way that actually makes sense, and he builds confidence with every lesson. Couldn’t recommend him more.”
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Dale M.

β€œThoroughly enjoyed learning with Jez. Everything was explained calmly, clearly and in detail which made the learning alot better.”
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Liza L.

β€œFirst time pass after 8 months of training with Jez, great instructor- very meticulous but also considerate and helpful. Experienced instructor and made me confident and passed with only 4 minor faults. Focused on the test as well as overall driving skills.”
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Jak (.

β€œJust passed my test I had Jez teaching me fantastic instructor”
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Laura W.

β€œI switched to Chris after an awful first driving test attempt that really knocked my confidence, and I’m so glad I did. He quickly spotted the small things I needed to change, and suggested better ways of doing manoeuvre etc. those tweaks made all the difference. Chris helped me get my confidence back and feel ready for my test again. He explains everything clearly and calmly, and the driving training centre even got me an earlier test date. Thanks to Chris and the team, I passed with only two minors and I pick up my first car tomorrow. Highly recommend!”
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Brett W.

β€œDTC were absolutely brilliant for me . Chris my instructor was absolutely fantastic and helped me so much . Helped me pass last week πŸ˜€β€
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Graham M.

β€œGreat service - they'll book your test for you and Andy was a very patient and professional instructor.”
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Emma

β€œI just passed my test first time thanks to Chris from DTC. He's an excellent instructor, really patient and great at putting you at ease. I was quite nervous about driving but Chris really helped give me the confidence to pass. Thanks again!”
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Steven C.

β€œThnx to jez my driving instructor who help me a lot on an extended test l done l got one miner fault in the hole time I had my test thnx a lot to the driving training centre as well l would highly recommend anyone for him great instructor”
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Tolu O.

β€œSoo much thanks to Shoeib and dtc for helping me pass on the first try. Started my lessons in March, hoping to pass before the summer ends and shoeib helped me achieve it in july. His lessons were really relaxing and comfortable and I get really nervous quickly but somehow he was able to get me on the road after only 2 hours of lesson making a small amount of faults. He was fairly constructive with me when I made silly mistakes and he knew I was a good driver. His explanations were veryy good, not just according to the book but also to a level that I could understand as I am an overthinker. On the week of my test I had a really bad lesson, I lost my confidence and he gave me another lesson that was not too bad but on the final day, I was back to making very silly mistakes just an one before my exam and because of his very and concise discussion with me, I was able to pass with only just four minors even though I had made more than four minors and at least 3 majors in my practice an hour before. Thank you soooooo much again Shoeib, DTC and Allah.”
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ania K.

β€œLessons with Shoeib ended with a passed practical exam. The atmosphere during the classes was chilled out, fun and you can speak with him about any topic. He explained the concepts very well. However, if you don't know the answer, he forces you to think, which in my opinion is a huge plus. Before we moved to maneuvers or bypass driving, we stopped and instructor explained everything step by step, about being cautious and focused on the road. Each delay was preceded by a text message, but he was always on the original time. Shoeib understands his students and adapts to their needs. Theremore, always ready for questions even outside of your study hours.”
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jonathan J.

β€œMy heartfelt thanks to Jez at DTC for guiding a 50 year old first time driver with no experience to pass his test on 2nd March 2022 at Musselburgh test centre. I'm not the best listener but Jez stuck to his task and ensured I pushed myself to apply the learnt theory and develop my confidence behind the wheel. Great teacher. Highly recommendable...”
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Georgie H.

β€œThe Driving Training Centre were fantastic to learn with. Great communication from Karine to get theory and everything booked up and then placed with my instructor. Couldn't have passed without Jez, great instructor and I'll forever thank him for his patience!”
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Francis Q.

β€œif you get the instructor named shoieb... ohhh dont even bother this person swears, bad attitude, make you feel terrible during lesson and always in his mobile phone. he will make you look stupid when you make a mistake as a learner its normal to make mistake! he will use your time to go to garage so he can use the toilet and loves to be late. very unproffesional! swear at the other road users.”
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Keir S.

β€œCan't recommend Driving Training Centre enough. Put off learning for years but finally took the plunge and Marcin was a brilliant, patient and friendly instructor who not only taught me how to pass, but made me a confident driver. Great communication from Karine from first enquiry to last lesson booking. Flexible lesson times around my job and support booking theory and practical. Excellent!”
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Paul M.

β€œPassed last week first time with only 5 minor faults at 46 years old! Couldn't thank DTC and Ray enough! He's tough but fair! X”
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Perry J.

β€œMy instructor was really professional, knowledgeable and friendly.”
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Steven J.

β€œReally good Driving Centre. Recommend to anyone who wants to learn to drive. Thanks alot. Steven.”
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Corinna L.

β€œExellent friendly tuition, would highly recommend Thankyou Michael”
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Christopher M.

β€œI first encountered the DTC leith 2 years ago when I enlisted in their theory test training which was outstanding . And helped me pass my test getting all my questions right and only losing 2 points on the hazard perseption. Like I said this was 2 years ago and being the un organised lazy individual that I am , I only actually got round to starting my driving lessons a couple of months ago. Being 34 i was very nervous as they say the further past 17 you are the longer it takes you to learn. However I was given the services of Shaiob hopefully correct spelling) by the DTC who was absolutly fantastic . Not foremost for his teaching abilities but for his patience and and his ability to make me feel calm and take the pressure off and help me believe I was more than capable. (think there was maybe a few times he was worried on the run up to my test ha ha) . So thank you very much I am extremely happy and cant thank you more.”
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Tshepiso R.

β€œamazing”
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Guy L.

β€œThanks for enabling me to pass my test. Really appreciate the patience as I know I was hard work. Once again thanks for all the support. I have recommended you to a number of friends.”
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Md.Abdul Q.

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zlander P.

β€œVery good driving school, been to a few before the guys. Save yourself money and hassle, make them your first point of contact, was though to test in 4 weeks.”
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Sam B.

β€œI learnt to drive a little later in my life, wish I had done it earlier! I have read the other reviews for this company and wholeheartedly agree, from start to finish my experience has been a positive one. Particularly want to thank Karine and her team for all the help with booking both theory and practical test and my instructor for his patience and instruction, I know I must have really pushed that patience button a lot, however, you really are a man of your word, you kept me together, even if I felt I was falling apart. Thank you. Samantha”
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Cam N.

β€œI passed first time with Cheryl. She was so helpful, professional and friendly. I had tried a few driving centres years ago and felt like i was going no where but this time i was making leaps and bounds right away. I have already passed details over to a couple of friends, i couldn't recommend this school more!”

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