Learn to Drive, Drive to Succeed
Arksey School of Motoring is a family-run business that has been providing driving lessons for over 45 years. Our team of patient and friendly instructors have been qualified and registered with the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) and have undergone DBS checks to ensure your safety and peace of mind. We take great pride in training our instructors to the highest standard, ensuring quality throughout the school.
Our Services
We offer manual and automatic driving lessons, catering to learners of all ages and abilities. Our driving lessons are available in Doncaster, Barnsley, Bawtry, Gainsborough, Epworth, and surrounding areas, allowing you to learn to drive in a relaxed and professional environment. Our instructors are local, friendly, and understanding, making the learning process enjoyable and stress-free.
We understand that every learner is unique, and that's why we offer flexible lesson options to suit individual requirements. You can take lessons on a week-to-week basis or more intensively, and lessons can be tailored to fit your schedule, ranging from 1 hour to 3 hours or more. Our cars are clean, well-maintained, and equipped with all the necessary safety features.
Whether you're a complete beginner or need to refresh your skills, our driving lessons are designed to help you achieve your goal of passing your driving test. Our instructors are experienced in teaching learners of all abilities and will provide guidance and support every step of the way.
Instructor Training
Are you interested in becoming a driving instructor? Arksey School of Motoring offers a comprehensive instructor training programme, designed to train driving instructors to the highest standard. Our training is tailored to fit your needs, with no upfront fees if preferred. You can learn to become a Driving Instructor at your own pace, around your current job commitments, and with full support and advice available throughout the programme.
We provide a car for all training and tests, and all training is in-car, one-to-one basis. Our instructors are experienced and qualified, with a proven track record of success in training driving instructors.
Why Choose Us
At Arksey School of Motoring, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional value for money. Our introductory offers and competitive rates for hourly driving lessons and block bookings make our services an excellent choice for learners of all ages. With our friendly and patient instructors, excellent facilities, and flexible lesson options, we're confident that you'll find us the right choice for your driving lessons.
Instructor Quality and Teaching Methods
The driving school has received praise for the quality of its instructors, with some students highlighting specific instructors, such as Melissa Gerwin-Gill, Sean, Stu, and Colette, who were described as brilliant, polite, and knowledgeable. These instructors were credited with helping students pass their driving tests quickly and confidently.
Issues with Structure and Feedback
On the other hand, some students have expressed disappointment with the overall experience, citing a lack of structure and coherent feedback. One student reported feeling unsupported and hindered in their progress due to the absence of a clear learning path.
Unprofessionalism and Customer Service
Concerns about unprofessionalism were also raised, including instances of unprofessional language and behavior from one instructor, Dave. Furthermore, a student reported being falsely informed that they had been placed on a waiting list for another instructor, which was not the case.
Overall Experience
Despite some negative experiences, many students have reported positive experiences with the driving school, with some achieving quick success in their driving tests. The school's instructors have been praised for their teaching methods and professionalism.
