Safe driving for life. Learn to drive with confidence!
At Andy Carroll Driving School, we are committed to providing high-quality driving lessons in Gloucester and surrounding areas. Our goal is to help you become a safe and skilled driver, passing your driving test with confidence.
Our Services
We offer a range of driving lessons and services tailored to meet your individual needs. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to brush up on your driving skills, our experienced instructor, Andy Carroll, will guide you every step of the way. Our services include:
- One-to-one driving lessons in a new BMW 1 Series, making it almost impossible to stall
- Competitive pricing starting from 45 per hour
- Flexible lesson times to fit your schedule
- Patient and reliable teaching style to help you build confidence behind the wheel
- Theory test preparation and guidance
- Practical driving test preparation and guidance
- Refresher lessons for those who need a brush-up on their driving skills
- Motorway lessons to help you gain experience on high-speed roads
- Pass Plus courses to help you become a more confident and safe driver
Why Choose Us?
At Andy Carroll Driving School, we pride ourselves on our high first-time pass rate, patient and reliable teaching style, and competitive pricing. Our students are important to us, and we strive to provide a personalized learning experience that meets your individual needs.
Meet Andy Carroll
Andy Carroll is a fully qualified Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) with many years of experience. Andy is passionate about teaching safe and skilled driving techniques, and his friendly, patient approach has helped hundreds of students pass their driving test.
Our Promise
At Andy Carroll Driving School, we promise to provide you with high-quality driving lessons, tailored to your individual needs, at a competitive price. We are committed to helping you become a safe and skilled driver, and our patient and reliable teaching style will help you build confidence behind the wheel.
Instructor's Strengths
The majority of reviewers praised the instructor's teaching methods, citing their patience, friendliness, and ability to help students feel comfortable and confident behind the wheel. Many students credited the instructor with helping them pass their driving test on the first try.
Reliability and Flexibility
Several reviewers appreciated the instructor's reliability and accommodating nature, with some mentioning that they were able to take lessons on short notice.
Knowledge and Quality of Teaching
Multiple reviewers commended the instructor's knowledge and quality of teaching, stating that they were able to get the best out of their driving ability.
Instructor's Weaknesses
A significant number of reviewers expressed dissatisfaction with the instructor's professional demeanor, citing rudeness, arrogance, and unprofessional behavior. Some reviewers mentioned feeling belittled, anxious, or uncomfortable during lessons.
Communication Issues
A few reviewers experienced difficulties with communication, including unprofessional email responses and a perceived lack of empathy.
Criticism of Instructor's Behavior
Some reviewers reported feeling verbally abused, shouted at, or criticized during lessons, leading to a loss of confidence and a negative learning experience.
