A big thank you to Liam for sending me this fab review, (please forgive the rude word!) after passing his test last week at the 1st attempt.
I actually think they´re funny !!!!!
Just wanted to say a huge thank you, as you helped...

I´d like to say a huge thank you to Georgina, for sending me this lovely review after passing her test on Monday.
It´s just so nice, thank you 😊
I started lessons with Phil after struggling to make things work with a prior instructor. He patiently helped me to build my confidence back up. Reassuring me along the way, whilst working at a pace I felt comfortable with. He tailors his teaching methods to each of his learners, to help them understand in a way that works best for them. Choosing him as my instructor was the best decision I could have made. The progress I have achieved to make me the driver I am today is thanks to him. His care and enjoyment of teaching never fails to show, through his jokes, punctuality and continued encouragement. I can’t thank him enough and would highly recommend him to anyone looking to learn.

A big thank you to Georgia for send me this lovely review after passing her driving test today. It so nice, thank you 😊 🙏
I don´t think I would have passed if I wasn´t with Phil, amazing teacher. Patient and always catering to personal learning style. Would always recommend Phil to anyone. Thank you Phil xxx

I´ve just had this lovely review sent over from Isobel, who passed her test a couple of weeks back at the first time.
Thank you so much 🙏😊
Couldn’t recommend enough! Started my lessons with Phil as such a nervous driver, not wanting to even get in the car and within a few weeks he boosted my confidence right up. All of my lessons were so relaxed, and always had a laugh! Not only did he help with my actual driving, he took time out of his own day to help with my theory too! He gets you exactly where you need to be with no messing around, always encouraging you to do your best. An incredible instructor and a lovely man!!

Big thanks to Xavier for sending me over this fab review, after passing his test 1st time. Thank you so much ☺️

Phil made learning to drive fun and safe. Never failing to make me laugh but taught me in a way that I could understand and learn. Passed first time, so did my sister, would recommend to anyone learning to drive

Massive thanks to Phil for all his help in teaching me to drive. He was always calm, patient and friendly. He always put me at ease and allowed me to ask any questions I had. He also made the lessons fun and we often had a laugh. I passed my test with only 2 faults which is credit to Phil and his teaching!

Massive thanks to Phil for all his help in teaching me to drive. He was always calm, patient and friendly. He always put me at ease and allowed me to ask any questions I had. He also made the lessons fun and we often had a laugh. I passed my test with only 2 faults which is credit to Phil and his teaching!

Hiya, Phil taught my two brothers and sister and we all really enjoyed his friendly tuition, the lessons are relaxed and he also helped1 with my theory which I found really useful.

I would like to start off by saying how thankful I am to Phil and how he helped me get to this point with my driving ! from the start to the finish he never stopped pushing me to do my best , and was also very patient with me , Phil never failed to make me laugh , I always felt so relaxed when driving with Phil , safe to say i´ll miss our drives but I´m sure I´ll be waving at Phil when I see him driving about ! thank you again Phil

Phil is an amazing driving instructor who I had the pleasure of taking my lessons with. He creates a stress free environment and is very knowledgeable about driving. I passed first time and felt very confident going into it because of being prepared very well. I will miss his dad jokes every lesson and having a good laugh! Thank you Phil for everything you’ve done. 🙂

I´ve just had this lovely review sent over from Laura´s mum, Sally, after Laura passed her test today at the 1st attempt.
It´s so nice to receive a review from a proud parent. Thank you so much 😊
5 stars !
I highly recommend Phil’s driving school having taught our daughter Anna 5 years ago and daughter Laura this year. We realised how Phil teaches for safe confident driving for life not just for the test . Frequently over the last few years we’ve heard Phil’s name mentioned by Anna and Laura about how he’d approach road conditions. As a cyclist himself , he especially helps promote awareness of other road users and safety .
We had to book a year in advance and wait for Phil to subsequently teach Laura this year but knew the wait was worth it . Driving lessons are informative but also enjoyable for learners with a few jokes thrown in from Phil !
Pass with Phil has set their driving off in the right direction

I couldn’t have asked for a better driving instructor than Phil . I really struggle with my anxiety and was terrified to start lessons but those nerves went away instantly and my confidence grew with every lesson . Phil really understands how to describe things specifically for the individual and caters his lessons for what they need . For example I’m a picture person so learnt so much easier being shown pictures and when the white board pen came out . The perfect balance between a driving lesson and a weekly catch up. Thank you for everything even the non stop dad jokes 🤭, you will be missed on a Wednesday x

It´s not very often I receive a review from parents of the learners who I take for lessons.
I´ve received this amazing and wonderful review from Kristy, mum of Tom, who passed last week.
Thank you so much, means so much 🙏
Well .. what can I say … Phil Shaw .. you are truly 100% A .. MAZE..ING .. I can’t recommend you enough for everything you have done . You are an absolute first class driving instructor.. 🚗
Phil has taught 3 of my children to drive so far and they all passed first time … yeyyyyyy I can’t tell you how proud I am of them all and that is all credit to Phil and down to his time and dedication at doing what he loves and enjoys and taking these youngsters under his wing and watching them grow in confidence behind the wheel and carrying them through this very important journey in their lives.
I am hoping he won’t have retired by the time my youngest son starts to learn. And if he has then I will be dragging him out of retirement to make it 4 out of 4 … ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Most importantly from the outset phil treated each of my children as individuals and adapted to their way of learning as they are all very different and learn in different ways . Phil took the time to get to know them and he showed a keen genuine interest in them as people and has become a real friend of the family now not just ‘ their driving instructor’
Phil gave feedback after each lesson and pointers and advice as to what to work on in a friendly and positive and professional manner .
Phil encouraged and made them all feel at ease and we knew we could contact him over any queries we ever had .
I would recommend Phil over and over again .5 stars 🌟
Thanks for everything Phil
Your best customer in Buxton
Kristy

Tom passed his driving test last week at the 1st attempt and has just sent me this fab review of his time spent learning with me. Thank you so much, it´s great ☺️👍
I couldn’t have asked for a better driving instructor than Phil, the perfect balance of being an instructor and your best mate. I would 100% recommend for any other person looking to learn how to drive. I don’t think anyone would be able to get my confidence up driving in such a short space of time quite like Phil did. He taught me all the skills needed to drive and made it very easy and had great references to remember them and even taught me a turn in the road which he didn’t even need to do but shows that he is willing to go above and beyond. I couldn’t recommend Phil highly enough and it was great to learn with him and was a real pleasure. Definitely 5 stars👍🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

On my first driving lesson with Phil, I was a nervous wreck to say the least, I had always been afraid of driving and the road but wanted to learn to further my career so bit the bullet. Each lesson, as I got to know Phil, I slowly grew more confident and secure. Phil is someone who sees his students as individuals, catering each lesson to how someone learns best and to their wants and needs. For example, I´m a visual learner so to help me understand the car controls better he broke each step into bullet points on each lesson review email. On a personal level, if I ever was struggling or going through a tough time he would always make sure to check in as he´s just an all round great person. He´ll even throw in a silly Dad joke here and there each lesson to keep us laughing! Without Phil I don´t believe I´d be the driver I am today, he´s helped me every step of the way and I couldn´t reccommend a better instructor. 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

"An amazing instructor that will help you learn in a very fun and easy way, has lots of great knowledge and techniques to make driving a breeze can’t recommend enough" 👍

Phil, has been the best driving instructor - Whenever a mistake was made, he told me it was a way of becoming a better driver and explained everything in such a simple way. I’ve gained so much confidence as a person over the time i’ve been learning, i’ve enjoyed every second of every lesson and i can’t believe they’re over after such a journey. Thank you for everything, including all the dad jokes along the way! 😁x

What can I say about Phil,
Let’s start with how he made me as comfortable as possible during lessons, and assured me every time that everything was a learning curve when I made a mistake, he made me believe I’d do well, I’ve grown up with anxiety problems, and trouble being around new people and thanks to Phil I’ve gained confidence, freedom and independence And gained a friend along the way. He’s been the best, and the most patient person I’ve met, and thanks to his level of patience I passed my test with no minors!! He’s been absolutely amazing!! And I’m sad our lessons are over! But I’ll see you soon for tea and cake 🙂 thank you for everything!
Love, tinker bell x

I´ve had Phil as my instructor since 2017/2018, I took a break for a few years after graduating university and then picked them back up mid last year. Phils not only a great teacher, he´s become a great friend. He´s calm and adjusts his lessons to suit your individual needs, he´s funny and makes the lessons not boring. I will genuinely miss my hour slots. I would recommend Phil to anyone. Not only have I now passed my test I know I have a friend for life. Thanks so much Phil x

Phil was the best instructor I could’ve asked for! He explained everything to make it simple to understand and helped keep me calm and stress free through my lessons and helped with my theory test too!
We would always have a laugh and joke through the lessons, I’ll miss my lessons with him 🙂

"when i met Phil, i was terrified of driving, i had tried learning to drive with a couple different instructors but they weren’t the right fit. Right from the start he was patient, understanding and reassuring and he always has a joke to keep you calm and relaxed ( even if you are really anxious driving like me 😂)
something that makes phil so different to other instructors is how much he cares! he always takes the time to email you feedback, reassurance and advice. He adapts his teaching style to how you learn best, he is very thorough and knowledgeable, giving you advice and reference points to make learning as easy as possible.
Phil is so calm and never shouts or gets mad if you make a mistake, he is one of the loveliest people you will ever meet, i didn’t only gain a brilliant driving instructor but also a friend, i will really miss my lessons each week.
Phil believed in me and my driving when i didn’t believe in myself and reassured me every step of the way.
i honestly can’t thank him enough for all his help, i couldn’t of done it without him, i would always 100% recommend Phil to anyone learning to drive, he’s the best instructor there is "

I met Phil last year after finally deciding to learn to drive. He’s a great instructor, he makes it so much easier to drive, giving you reference points and explaining things in as much detail as needed. He’s very understanding and doesn’t hit you if you go wrong£ He kept me calm after having my tests cancelled for months and was very reassuring! I bet he’s over the moon to see the back of me now.



Thank you for everything, i couldn’t have done it without you xxx

I met Phil on my 17th birthday for my first ever driving lesson. Since then I have felt so confident behind the wheel, even when I would get stressed and doubt myself he would never get annoyed when I would get things wrong.
I was doing my lessons for a couple of months and we decided to leave them for while as I was a bit ahead. After a good few months and I had passed my theory I started my lessons again right up until my practical test.
He kept me calm and reassured me how good at driving I was and that I would be okay. And just like that I passed my practical 1st time with no issues and I wouldn’t have been able to do it without Phil! I couldn’t be more thankful!!

Before having lessons with Phil, I was terrified about starting to drive - straight away, however, Phil taught me to believe in myself and made learning so much fun! He never rushed and always explained things in such a clear, comprehensive way. One of the loveliest people I´ve met, he never shouted and always remained calm, making driving a thoroughly enjoyable experience. As well as being a great guy, it is evident that he puts so much effort into his work, always taking the time after each lesson to send you a summary of everything you covered and key points to work on, which was immensely helpful. I´m so grateful to Phil and will miss our lessons!

I met Phil through work at Caffe Nero’s. He makes driving lessons go so smooth and easy by taking the time to explain/show you the basics first. The atmosphere is fun and lighthearted, which puts you at ease behind the wheel. Rather than just prepping you for the test, he teaches you how to drive confidently with reference points. Once you learn the basics everything else takes care of itself. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone wanting to learn,

Just received this lovely review from Alex who passed her test yesterday. Thank you so much, it´s fab 😁 x
I would recommend Phil to anyone who wants to learn how to drive!
As an instructor he is patient, calm and knowledgeable. He doesn’t have a one way fits all approach, he gets to know the type of person you are and fits his teaching around you.
As a person Phil is such a laugh, I didn’t just gain an instructor I gained a friend. We laughed a lot and lessons were fun, I looked forward to everyone. But even on down days Phil was the best, he listened and offered advice.
My driving journey was filled with ups and downs but Phil never gave up on me and that’s why I passed. I’m so excited to my independence and I can’t thank Phil enough for helping me get there. I will always keep in touch with him and even have plans to have Phil get me on the motorways when I’m ready.
Thank you for everything. Team work makes the dream work!

´We came across Phil when we found ourselves unexpectedly without a driving instructor, he was exceptionally helpful and accommodating and his youtube videos are so useful. Phil has a great way of putting learners at ease and getting the best out of them, after each lesson you feel like progress has been made but he also follows up with an email of the key points to work on and includes video links. Phil has been exceptionally supportive and I cannot recommend him enough. Thank you Phil, looking forward to lessons for the second child.´

I recently passed my test at the start of November after having lessons with Phil who was an amazing instructor. He always found ways to work lessons around my college timetables and had a great style of teaching that always made it easy to pick up new things and remember them for my test. I would recommend Phil for any new driver as he always made me laugh during lessons and managed to make them fun too!

I recently passed my test after driving with Phil since May and I highly recommend him! Every lesson was enjoyable and we’d always have a laugh. He has made learning so easy with all his tips and tricks. Not only did I benefit from the lessons themselves but also the detailed emails with helpful information after each one.
Thanks so much Phil, I will definitely miss my lessons every week!

I would 100% recommend Phil , he had always made me feel comfortable and relaxed. I always doubted myself when driving but the time I spent with Phil I had increased in confidence and stopped doubting , he’s taught me everything I know to pass my driving test first time . He’s the most loveliest person and I couldn’t recommend anyone more than Phil

"Phil was an absolutely ace teacher all the way through. My mum found him while trying to get me a driving teacher, and he turned out to be the exact style of teacher that helped me best with GCSEs and A-Levels. He´s kind and works well with me as a student, always has a great joke when I get in the car, and he was flexible with times no suite my schedule. Although I didn´t do my test in Phil´s car, I passed with all the tips and tricks he provided and would highly recommend him to any students in the area looking for a teacher."

I would just like to say a huge thank you to Phil who has been the best driving instructor for the past few months. I’ve tried a few driving instructor’s in my time learning, and it’s fair to say Phil was the best driving instructor by far.
Something that I found really helpful that nobody else did was that Phil took the time to email me feedback after every lesson, which was good because I could look back at his notes and it helped me remember.
For someone who had really bad nerves on test day, I honestly thought the day I passed my test was never going to come. Thanks to all of Phil’s hard work and patience, especially having to constantly explain things that I had asked a million times already, I passed!
Although I’m happy I passed, I’m sad I won’t be putting the world to rights weekly with Phil.
Thank you Phil for everything 🥰 xxx

I´d like to say a huge thank you to Ellie-Mae, for sending me this lovely review after passing her test recently ☺️
After learning to drive for a couple of years else where and through covid, I had not much confidence and was very nervous when I first started with Phil, fast forward a year and I’ve passed my test with only a few minors and my confidence in driving has grown so much with the help of Phil.
I would recommend him as a driving instructor because every time the nerves got to me on a test he’d reassure me and come up with ways to help calm the nerves and he would always email & give updates after each lesson on what to focus on next so nothing got missed. Would recommend for new learners or if you don’t have much confidence like I did!
Thanks again for helping me get through it!😊

Huge thank you to Mia, who sent me this lovely review after passing her test last week.
Thank you so much 😊
I would recommend Phil to anyone who is learning to drive. When i first went with Phil I hadn’t got in a car in nearly a year, i had no confidence and thanks to Phil i was able to get back in a car and enjoy driving. Phil made lesson suitable for me and he was more than happy to go over things as many times to make me feel confident. Phil emails you after each lesson with a lesson brief of what you did that lesson with things that went well and things that you need to work on next time. These were very helpful as I could go back over them before next lesson to refresh what i did last lesson ( told you i read your emails😂) ThankYou again, without your support it wouldn’t have been possible

Thank you so much to Rachel, who has sent me this lovely review after passing her test last Friday. 😊
“Phil has been an absolutely amazing driving instructor and I would recommend him to anyone everyone. With the perfect balance of fun and safety his driving lessons are the best and will leave you more than prepared for the open road!”

Thank you so much to Georgina, for sending me this lovely review after passing her test a couple of weeks ago.
"Phil is a amazing driving instructor, I was nervous when I first started driving and I have an adapted car due to my medical condition so having someone that understood my needs and how my car is different was very important. Phil happily took me on and knew exactly how he needed to tailor his lessons and adjusted his teaching to my needs, I always looked forward to our lessons and they were non pressuring and was very patient. I always learnt loads each week and liked that he’d send you a brief of what you did well and areas to improve and a heads up of what we would be doing in the next lesson, we always had a good laugh along the way and I will always miss your jokes in the lessons (even the bad ones) along with the life advice, he’s the best driving instructor around and will highly recommend Phil to friends. thank you Phil will miss the lessons"

I had Phil as my instructor for over a year and wouldn’t have gone for anyone else. Extremely flexible when it came to my sixth form, exams and my work schedule once I finished school. Always extremely punctual and on time. And definitely full of pass used by date jokes. Amazing instructor both as a person to talk to and to help you get through your theory and practical. I’d recommend Phil to all new drivers that I know and would go back to him every time.


Thank you so much Phil for helping my over the past year, I hope to see you soon.

"Phil is a great driving instructor. He made learning to drive easier with helpful tips and tricks. Phil helped build my confidence with driving, and I was super prepared for my test thanks to him. He was recommended from a friend and I´d recommend him to anyone !

"When I started learning to drive I was nervous. However, this quickly disappeared as soon as I sat in the car with Phil. His cringe dad jokes never failed to put me at ease and a smile on my face. Throughout learning to drive my confidence grew due to Phil’s positivity, patience and the fact there seemed to be no such thing as a stupid question! I always knew what areas I was good at, and what areas to improve on- due to handouts emailed after every lesson.
Phil goes above and beyond with him willing to meet you for a theory session (and a Cafe Nero) and his YouTube, which I probably wouldn’t of got the show me, tell me questions without.
I honestly couldn’t recommend Phil enough. He’s taught me not only how to pass my test, but how to drive safely and believe in my abilities. Thank you and hopefully you find a new selection of jokes!

I got my license 4 months after starting to drive with Phil. He’s an amazing driving instructor and I could not have done it without him. He made learning so easy, giving great tips and tricks for becoming a secure and safe driver. I was super prepared for my test thank to him, I would recommend Phil to anyone who wants to learn how to drive. He made it easy! 10 / 10!

Just had this fab review sent over from Josh, who passed his test last week at the first attempt. Thank you so much, its great 👍😊
"I always looked forward to my lessons with Phil. He really knows how to make you feel comfortable from the very start. Every lesson was very enjoyable and I never felt pressure even when I made mistakes we just learnt from it and laughed about it. He is not only a kind person but is a self proclaimed comedian (don’t have high expectations of the jokes) who wants the best for you. He knew how to make me feel relaxed on test day as well. He is a great driving instructor and I would highly recommend him, my sister had him I’ve had him and my younger brother Will too which shows how good he is".

Phil is the most calm, understanding instructor .He has built my confidence up loads with driving ! I really am going to miss lessons with you and your dad jokes . If u need an instructor to help you pass first time he’s the man x

Thank you so much to Fliss (Felicity), for sending me this lovely review after passing her test with me at the first
attempt. Thank you 😊
Phil is an amazing driving instructor. He is very patient and always encourages you to do your best. Phil has a great personality and sense of humour and is very comfortable to be around. Phil has a great technique and will always work on finding the best way for you to learn and taking away the pressure. I will miss your jokes but know that I’ll never forget the correct tyre tread depth thanks to your song hahah 😂. Definitely wish that I had booked in for lessons sooner. 100% would recommend

I highly recommend Phil as a Driving Instructor. He figured out what way I learnt best and always made me feel like I was doing my best. He gave me confidence in my driving and he is a really comfortable person to be around.

Phil has definitely got to be one of the best driving instructors, he was so patient with me and gave me detailed emails about each lesson so you know what to work on and what you’ll be doing in the next lesson. He teaches you how to actually drive not just to pass the test which made me feel so much more confident on my test. My younger sister is starting her lessons with Phil next year and she can’t wait!

I’ve enjoyed every lesson with Phil and quite sad they’ve now come to an end, I will miss my lessons with Phil the jokes maybe not so much :) I highly recommend phil as a driving instructor he’s very talented at his job.

Huge thank you to Oliver for sending me this fab review after passing his test on Thursday with just 1 fault.
Cheers fella, it´s great 👍👍


"My experience with Phil has only been positive, he´s incredibly talented at teaching learners with zero confidence and encouraging them to persevere and pass their test even if it takes a good few tries, he definitely helped me immeasurable amounts and I would whole heartedly recommend Phil to anyone wanting to learn how to drive. In the end I passed with 1 minor and can say with certainty that was because of Phil´s ability to calm me down before my test showing me invaluable thinking methods that I used to keep calm during the test, ensuring I didn´t make any silly mistakes."

Thank you so much to Chloe, who´s sent me this fab review after passing her test on Monday. There´s nothing wrong with my jokes 😉😅


"Phil is a fab instructor!!
He puts the most nervous drivers at ease very quickly from the first lesson, and explains things clearly and shows you how to do things not just explains it. Phil is very patient and will go over things as many times as you need
Thank you so much Phil, I´ll l miss you, not so much your jokes 😂 xx

Just had this lovely review sent to me by Clare, the mum of Oliver, who passed his test today with only 1 driver fault.
Thank you so much, its not often I get a review from a parent and I´m sure I´ll be around for your next two.
It´s great, thank you again 😁
Phil is fantastic, he´s approachable, friendly, knowledgeable and has a cracking sense of humour!
My son really got on with him and Phil gave him loads of support and tips and hints. He has passed his test with much more than the knowledge to simply pass. I will definitely be enlisting Phil for my other son and daughter!
(Although I´m guessing you may not be operating in that capacity by then •...If not, I wish you all the very best for your future) .
Clare
X

First of all, Phil is just a wonderful person who genuinely cares about his learners!
As a nervous person he made me feel extremely comfortable and safe and continued to do that throughout all of my lessons.
Phil is the best driving instructor - he was patient with me and gave me a personal detailed emailed review after every lesson so I knew what I needed to work on.
I managed to pass my Theory Test and my Practical Test 1st time and that was all down to Phil!! Thank you!!
I’ll be forever grateful for my lessons with you Phil. I’ll miss you heaps but not your RUBBISH jokes 🙂

I started learning with Phil after about 2 years of learning to drive. Due to covid and moving away I took a long break from learning, but came back to learn with the very best. Phil is not only a great instructor, but such a lovely guy - will miss the dad jokes!! He explains everything so clearly, he’s extremely motivating and has taught me how to drive safely. I actually really looked forward to my driving lessons which was a new feeling for me! I’ve gone through so many test cancellations through lockdown and two fails in the past. I really need to be able to drive for my work, and have spent nearly a year having to restrict my work and rely on others to help me get around - I feel like I have so much freedom now. To pass with no driver faults was something I didn’t think I would be able to achieve, and I definitely wouldn´t have without all the help from Phil. I will miss our lessons so much, but I am sure we will stay in touch 🙂

I started my lessons with Phil in summer 2020, after having a few lessons when I was younger and being terrified because everything was done so quickly. I found driving incredibly stressful and difficult, it did not come naturally to me at all! I found that other instructors weren´t very good at explaining things in a way I could understand, but this was never the case with Phil. Phil took everything slowly with me and kept me really calm, and gradually built my confidence up. He is not only a brilliant instructor, but a lovely person too and makes you feel so at ease and comfortable. I had a lot of breaks with my driving due to COVID and being away at uni, and every time I came back Phil always managed to fit me in for lessons and never once let me down.
I suffer with anxiety, particularly in tests/exams and as a result it took me four attempts to pass my test. Phil always encouraged me after each one and believed in me and my driving even when I felt like giving up. He helped me so much and never made me feel bad for making silly errors because of nerves. Could not recommend him more to anybody, but particularly if you are a nervous driver as I honestly don´t think i would have made it this far without his support. I am on cloud nine today and it is all thanks to him!

I’ve been with Phil for nearly two years. He is an amazing driving instructor and a very kind, down to earth person. His method of teaching is one of the best and will always leave you feeling positive. I looked forward to every lesson with him and I highly recommend him to anyone wanting to learn to drive

Phil is an AMAZING instructor, I passed both my theory and practical first time! From the get go he makes sure you feel comfortable and will tailor each lesson to you. After each lesson you always receive an email briefing with everything you’ve covered, what you did well on, what you need to work on and what you’re going to cover next lesson which helps you prepare instead of going into the “unknown”.

When I first started driving with Phil I had zero confidence in myself as a person and a driver. But Phil always reassured me and always believed in me, so thank you Phil.

Phil doesn’t only teach you how to drive/pass your test, he teaches you how to be a safe driver and puts you at ease which helped me feel calm and confident within myself. Anyone who’s looking to learn how to drive I highly recommend Phil, he’s taught me everything I know and made sure I was ready for my test. (Just ignore the bad jokes)

It’s been an absolute pleasure learning to drive with you and I’m going to miss our lessons on a Wednesday!

When I started driving with Phil, I had no confidence in myself at all , I couldn’t even imagine having to take my driving test, without his support I wouldn’t have passed my test first time. Phil has been a star , he gave me the confidence I needed , was very friendly and stays really calm on lessons which helps for anyone who gets nervous.
After each lesson Phil will email you a lesson debrief , that goes over everything you did well and things to improve on , he always emails you handouts for different driving situations which really helps if you struggle to get to grips with anything.
For anyone starting to learn to drive I would highly recommend Phil , especially if you get quite nervous. He doesn´t just teach you how to pass your test but also how to drive , I’ve learnt so much from Phil and have every bit of confidence to now go out and drive on my own. Without a doubt the best instructor , Thank You Phil your a star ! X

"Phil is very patient, understanding, professional and good motivator. He makes good jokes to make you feel relaxed. Very friendly and good listener. He will not only teach you to pass your driving test but to be a good driver"

Huge thanks to Sean, who has sent me this fab review after passing his test on Tuesday with only 3 driver faults. Thanks fella 👍👍

I started with Phil back in July and have enjoyed every lesson. Always calm and relaxed when you are driving and when any mistakes are made. Phil also keeps his learners safe with the coronavirus still being around by wearing a mask himself, asking learners to wear one unless exempt and gives parts of the car a clean after every lesson. If you are looking for a relaxed and fun driving instructor then Phil is your guy.

First review of 2022 and a huge thank you to Rachel for sending me this over after passing her test first time, a couple of days before Christmas day, so a fab present.
Thanks again, its great 😊👌
Phil is an excellent instructor. He makes learning to drive easy and simple and not only does he tell you what to do but why you do it as well. He sends you a brief after the lesson going over what you have covered and what you need to improve on for the next lesson which is really useful.
Phil is a really friendly person just a shame about his jokes!!

"Phil is a very honest driving instructor but he has a way of making you believe in yourself when you’re driving which makes every lesson enjoyable no matter where you’re up to - I couldn’t have passed first time without him 🙂 Not only does Phil teach you to drive, he will also take the time to help out with your theory test if it’s needed.
I couldn’t recommend Phil enough!!! Consider yourself very lucky if you get the pleasure of being taught by him🥰
Mondays just aren’t the same without our lessons but I’m so glad I’ve finally passed! THANK YOU for everything Phil, you’re AMAZING!!!❤️"

Phil is an amazing instructor, his lessons are always planned and well thought out. Phil emails you what went well and what to work on after every lesson. He’s very honest about your driving and pushes you to reach your very best. He’s extremely patient and makes learning to drive a very enjoyable experience.
I couldn’t recommend Phil any more!!!
(Be prepared for awful jokes and lots of chats about cake 😂) xx

Just want to say a big thank you to Aimee, for sending me this lovely review after passing her test last week. Best of luck with your driving and stay safe 😊
"I passed my test last week after learning with Phil since May. He made learning to drive so easy and has methods of explaining which make what you´re doing easy to understand. He offers help with your theory which was so helpful and sends out a briefing after every lesson. Phil has been very supportive and has built up my confidence loads and I would definitely recommend him to anyone who is wanting to learn😁. Thank you so so much for everything!! Aimee x

"I started driving with Phil in April and there was never a dull moment. He is extremely patient and relates your driving lessons to theory also which was extremely helpful. He sends out handouts, as well as an email after each lesson about what you have covered and what went well and what you need to improve on so you know what you need to work on for next lesson.
Phil is very organised and has his lessons planned out fully so you get your allocated driving time with no messing around.
I had the best time learning to drive with Phil and I would 100% recommend him to anybody learning to drive, if you don’t mind awful jokes… 😂
Only joking, thank you very much Phil, you were amazing! Xx

"When I first started speaking with Phil, it was during the covid pandemic, after lots of messing around due to this I finally managed to start my lessons around April time. Upon meeting Phil for the first time, he was very polite and friendly, he welcomed me in and there was no awkwardness.
Phil is an amazing instructor who is very patient and asks questions regularly to see if you understand what he is saying / teaching. After each lesson, Phil will email you with everything you have covered during your lesson, it will have the good and the bad so you know which areas you need to work on for the next lesson. All his lessons are very well planned out, and his teaching ability is mint!
I would definitely recommend Phil to all people as he helped me to pass my test first time! He also helps people to pass their theory first time. Thank you again Phil, you’re a star!"

Highly recommend Phil as a driving instructor. He’s extremely calm and patient and doesn’t hesitate to crack a joke which is great for any nervous drivers. Always made me feel comfortable at the wheel and was really patient if I made a mistake. I loved how he’d take his time explaining any manoeuvres and practice them until they were perfect, this was great for my confidence and allowed me to not get nervous or panic when it came up on test. Extremely informative on every lesson. I learned so much from Phil that I’ll never forget. Amazing instructor! Xx

"So I first met Phil because my friend recommended him to me as I was looking for a new instructor and he basically turned into my life mentor as-well as my driving instructor. I’d been learning with him for a really long time due to covid and everything and I’m so glad I had the support he gave me. He adapted his teaching to how I learn and it made me realise if you have the right teacher, you will do your best. It’s been a very long journey but I wouldn’t change it at all and he has helped me gain my freedom! I will never forget the bad jokes, random emergency stop words, accidentally breaking his mirror and naming my car “corona the corsa”. All the different learning techniques and practice really helped me gain the confidence I needed and I’m so grateful for everything! Thank you Phil! can’t wait for the catch-ups in the future not quite getting rid of me yet 😂

“Well where to start… Phil has been an absolutely amazing driving instructor! Recommended by my boyfriend and his sister, who both passed first time with Phil, I am so lucky to have been able to have Phil help me pass both my theory and driving tests first time!!
Learning together since October 2019 it has been quite a journey with 4 cancelled tests, but through it all Phil has been positive, reassuring and kind both in and out of lessons. Always remaining calm and happy, Phil created the best learning environment and I would recommend him to anyone wanting to learn to drive… as long as you don’t mind some truly awful jokes!
Thank you so much for everything Phil!!”

"I would highly recommend Phil to anyone, I didn’t have much confidence in myself learning to drive however Phil helped me with this! He is the most dedicated and caring driving instructor and you can tell he cares very much for all of his learners. He sends out lessons briefs at the end of every lesson explaining the good points and the points that may need some work on which I found really helped!! Phil doesn’t just help with the practical driving side of things he is there for you in every aspect of driving and even just in general!! Couldn’t of asked for a better driving instructor to get me through my test which I passed first time thanks to Phil!!
Thank You Phil for being the most dedicated, caring and understanding driving instructor!

"Phil was recommended to me by my older sister, and I´m very thankful she did...
Firstly Phil always made me feel comfortable and confident even when mistakes were made. His attitude towards teaching me how to drive was always very professional and I felt like I could ask anything without judgement. Phil sent very useful handouts after every lesson to tell me what went well and what needs to be improved on. Phil being my driving instructor, led to me passing first time with 0 faults!
Very grateful for all you have done for me, thank you so much 🙂"

"Best driving instructor i could have asked for, so helpful, explained everything in as much detail as possible so it was easier to pick up. Phil is a very calm if a mistake is made and will talk you through how to avoid it in the future. He made every lesson a joy, makes you feel very comfortable and will always try and have a joke where possible which made the whole process of learning to drive much more fun. If i had to do it all over again i would definitely choose him !"

"Want to say huge Thankyou to you Phil for your time and patience throughout my driving lessons, you kept me very calm, safe and really enjoyed every lesson. Actually going to miss our lessons each week now I’ve passed. Recommend you to everyone needing a great driving instructor with a huge great first time pass rate and now I’ve just added to it ☺️. Can’t thank you enough thanks again Cam.

"I passed my test just over a week ago with Phil and I couldn’t have done it without him. I am a very anxious person; who lacks confidence and he is amazing. I went with Phil after having a bad experience with a previous instructor a few years ago. He always makes sure that you’re comfortable in the drivers seat and makes sure you know mistakes are okay and we learn from them. After every lesson Phil sends over a debrief with handouts attached which helped to explain things, and helped when it came to doing my theory. His theory lessons were also extremely helpful.
Although I didn’t have the smoothest journey, with several of my tests being cancelled, Phil always remained positive, helpful and patient. He made lessons enjoyable. I wouldn’t recommend anyone else, although his jokes are terrible.
Thank you so much for supporting me!

"I passed my test last week with Phil and I couldn’t have done it without him. He’s so helpful in the car and out, going through things properly and always asking questions if you don’t understand. He sends handouts after every lesson which helped me massively in improving my driving. He gave me extra help to prepare for my theory too. Phil does everything he can to make sure you’re happy in the drivers seat and is such a good laugh, I will miss my lessons loads! I would genuinely recommend Phil to anyone, he improved my confidence massively in the time I was learning".

Thank you so much Phil x

I was recommended Phil as a driving instructor by a few friends as I struggle with anxiety and he was amazing! Phil makes sure that you´re comfortable with what you are doing, and when you make mistakes, which we all do, he makes sure you know that it is okay and that mistakes are the way we become better at things!

After each lesson he sends over a debrief of the lesson along with some handouts of what you have done and they are so helpful, not just when you are starting out but when you are preparing for your theory and test!

Phil really goes above and beyond to make you feel the best about your driving which in turn makes you more confident. Although, you may have to endure his awful, awful jokes!

Thank you so much for supporting me through everything!

Phil is an absolutely amazing driving instructor and I would recommend him to anyone. I was nervous to start driving lessons, but Phil put me at ease straight away- even meeting up for a coffee before my first lesson. After every lesson Phil sends a debrief with helpful handouts and this was so useful to go over after each lesson and it meant I knew what to expect for next time. He really does go above and beyond as a driving instructor and we even went for coffee and cake to go through driving theory questions before my test. This just shows how much he cares and how willing he is to help out!

Throughout the whole process Phil was positive, helpful, kind, patient and he made driving lessons really enjoyable. Everything was explained so well and this made me feel calm throughout my lessons. I was not afraid to make mistakes as Phil was so reassuring and supportive. Thanks to Phil I quickly began to gain confidence and I would look forward to my driving lessons every week.

Phil really does take the time to get to know you and he has become a great friend.

Thank you so much Phil for all your help- I’ll miss my driving lessons!

"As my daughter Hannah fast approached 17 I rang Phil to arrange driving lessons as he had been highly recommended to us by a couple of people whose sons he had taught previously ... and boy were they right! I cannot recommend Phil enough .
He truly has been amazing from start to finish .
Initially he came to our house for an informal chat / meeting and went through how he works and what he does .... ( gosh how things have changed since I learnt to drive !)
He was very friendly and approachable and there was no pressure or hard sell to use him but both Hannah and I knew straight away that he was going to be the one for the job !
He has kept to his word and has done an amazing job with Hannah, he was always on time and turned up with a welcoming smile on his face and always made Hannah feel relaxed and at ease with her driving and his lessons were fun too ... I could see Hannah’s confidence growing week by week and what I had initially thought was going to be a nerve racking parental experience turned out to be the complete opposite . Hannah always looked forward to her lessons and came back ‘buzzing’ afterwards .
During the latter stages of her lessons Phil asked Hannah what she wanted to work on / improve on and he has always been professional throughout ...
After each lesson Hannah received an email report of ‘ what went well and things to work on and think about for next lesson ‘ which as a parent was great to receive and something I never expected initially ... also the reports weren’t just a two line note they were very in depth and detailed and showed that Phil really knew Hannah well and her driving capabilities ...
Hannah really enjoyed her time with Phil and they even went for coffee and cake to discuss her theory test .
Phil has 100% delivered a fantastic service and I would highly recommend him to anyone ...
But that’s not the end for us as a family in requiring Phil’s services as I have 3 boys too that I will be using Phil for in

Phil is an amazing instructor. From day 1 he made me feel relaxed and comfortable. He is friendly,funny,patient,bubbly,caring and reliable,what more could you want from a driving instructor?With his positive optimistic attitude He never fails to put you at ease and never makes you feel bad for making mistakes. He even helped me with my theory and not just my practical.

Thankyou Phil for helping me pass my theory and my practical test and being an amazing friend!! Xx

Phil is an amazing driving instructor, I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants to enjoy learning to drive.
After every lesson Phil emails you handouts which tell you where you went well and places to focus on for next time which is really helpful, Phil has not only helped me to pass my driving test he also helped me pass my driving theory.
I can’t thank Phil enough for everything he’s done to help me, I’m definitely going to miss his awful jokes.
Thankyou for everything :)

Charlie T
Learning to drive with Phil was a great experience, he helped me pass my theory and my driving test with ease, little fuss and a huge helping of confidence even when things were a little stressful. He is very adaptable to each individual and offers great support with handouts and feedback after each lesson. I would recommend Phil to anyone wanting to learn to drive, thanks Phil 😊

"Phil is a brilliant driving instructor who is just as entertaining as he is supportive. He covers everything so thoroughly but also makes it very easy to understand.

Phil takes the time to get to know you as a friend which makes you feel really comfortable and at ease when on lessons and while preparing for your test, building that bond is what makes his unfunny jokes just a little bit more funny 😉

I’d highly recommend Phil to anyone in the Buxton and surrounding areas for funny but more importantly helpful driving lessons and tips"

Having waited until turning 30 to think about getting a driving licence, Phil dragged me kicking and screaming to a pass! I don´t think I could have picked a more stressful point in my life to decide to learn to drive but I´m so glad I picked Phil to teach me. He was patient when I´d been up all night with a poorly toddler, went out of his way to accommodate me around work and training, offering lots of time slots as options, and really made sure I understood everything I was doing and why.

Each lesson you build from solid foundations and despite having to endure a barrage of truly terrible jokes, creating a thorough understanding of the whole process makes you confident in your own abilities. Phil doesn´t make you feel like you´re in trouble if you don´t get something straight away, he takes time to make sure you do. His diagrams during the lessons and follow up emails are brilliant to help you pass your theory test and onto the practical. You never learn something for the sake of it, in order to pass, you learn to drive.

I´ll miss the lessons and the friendship we built and could not recommend Phil more to anyone wanting to learn, regardless of age, confidence or ability.

Phil is an amazing instructor and I would recommend him to anyone who wants to enjoy learning how to drive. His lessons are full of humour and he has a great way of making you remember key things! As well as helping me to learn to drive he also helped me with my theory which helped a lot.

I would recommend Phil to anyone who is wanting to learn, his lessons are thought out and well planned, and creates a calm friendly environment so you always feel comfortable while driving. He uses good teaching technique that helps prepare you for real world driving, not just teaching you to pass a test. 10/10 instructor.

"Phil is a really good driving instructor who helped me to pass both my theory test and practical test first time.
He got to know me as a person which really helped to identify weaknesses and strengths whilst driving. He always knew how to make me laugh even if his jokes were terrible 90% of the time. Phil helped me to gain confidence with my driving considerably quickly, he would never shout or make me feel bad about making mistakes. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who asks, he made my time learning to drive so much fun! " xx

"I would highly recommend Phil to anyone he’s calm and funny and helps with anything including theory questions and hazard perception. Every time I got in the car there’s always something to talk about and it was never awkward so would definitely recommend, cheers Phil for putting up with me cya soooon 👍

I cannot thank Phil enough for the patience and amount of positivity he has shown throughout my lessons and how far he is willing to go to go out of his way to deal with my nerves, mistakes and ways to improve. I always felt that Phil was always there for me to help through difficult situations at college etc and is easily one of the happiest and funniest people I have ever come across.
Phil gives briefings after every lesson, telling the positives and negatives of each lesson and this helped me a lot by helping me in the next lesson to improve and this boosted my confidence massively. He met me and my family before my lessons began which put me at ease as I thought I was going to be stuck in the car with a stranger in silence! But he is far from that and quickly became a mega driving mentor and friend that has given me my independence.
Leading up to test, me and Phil decided that I would take my test and the next few lessons in my car and found that this would be the best decision. Phil was very understanding with this decision and quickly fell in love with my car😂
I will miss my weekly lessons with you and cannot thank you enough for what you have taught me and will be coming back to you for some motorway lessons in the next month or so. Thank you!❤️

Thank you Phil!

Phil has been the best driving instructor I could have asked for! I imagined that all driving instructors would be scary-looking individuals who you’d be worried to make any mistakes in front of. But not Phil! He made me feel very comfortable in each and every lesson; from day one!

He was always prepared with lesson briefings and plans explaining what I did well, what I needed to work on and a reminder as to what we did the lesson prior. This helped me understand what I had accomplished so far as a driver.

He also took the time to help me with theory lessons over cake and coffee; which only goes to show how down-to-earth he really is!

He got to know me as a person, as well as a learner driver. Knowing when I was having an ‘off-day’, he had no trouble in putting a smile on my face and getting me ready for the lessons ahead.

Getting closer to the test itself, we did test routes and Phil helped me out; immensely, when it came to the ‘show me, tell me’ questions, that you could be asked on the day of the test.

Overall, he’s a brilliant driving instructor and I couldn’t have asked for more! Thank you again Phil for making me a safe driver; couldn’t have done it without you!

Just the best driving instructor I could have wished for really !!!
Always going the extra mile to make everything easy to understand and to make me feel as comfortable as possible.
From coming to meet myself and my parents before we started lessons which made me a lot less nervous for my first lesson.
To the detailed handouts I got given thoughout the lessons to further my understanding of all the basics, skills and manouvers.
And always there to help with my theory to ensure I was confident beforehand.
All while making lessons great fun with an enjoyable atmosphere, I´ll honestly miss my weekly lessons and can´t thank Phil enough, results speak for themselves theory and practical pass first time !!

"After I passed both theory and practical first time with Phill I´d highly recommend him, great instructor with a great sense of humour, who made learning enjoyable, so laid back and relaxed and takes the time to reassure you on anything you are not certain on, massive 5* for Phill, very highly recommended to family and friends"

"After passing first time, I would recommend Phil to anyone wanting to start driving. Great instructor with a great sense of humour. His techniques were brill and easy to pick up"

"I would recommend Phil to anyone wanting to learn drive! I was very nervous and didn’t have much confidence but Phil helped me to overcome my nerves and drive to the best of my ability! He always believed in me even when I didn’t believe in myself, he’s a professional, funny and caring instructor! He explained everything clearly and thoroughly in a way that was fun and easy to learn! There wasn’t a single lesson where we wouldn’t have a laugh and I will miss him very much!

I had lessons with another driving instructor around 8 years before. 3 children later I thought how much easier it would be if I learnt how to drive. I started lessons with Phil in September and was so nervous. From the first lesson Phil puts you at ease. He explains everything really well and clearly. If I didn´t get a manoeuvre he would talk me through it while I attempted again or he would drive while explaining.
On nearly every occasion I panicked as the fear set in at 5 ways junction, to the point that I felt ill as I got there. Phil talked me through where to position the car, what to do and when to go. Eventually I got over the panic and fear and 5 ways wasn´t so daunting. After each lesson Phil sends over a briefing with hand outs attached. These are really helpful and useful as the briefing tells you what went well and where you could improve and the hand outs are brill. Phil also tells you about an app to help with your theory. The app is really good as it´s all questions that could come up on your test.
In the run up to your driving test, Phil treats each lesson as a mock test. He takes you on routes that the examiners use and throws in some manoeuvres. This puts you at ease as you know what sort of thing to expect on the day.
I would recommend Phil to family and friends wanting to learn to drive as he is easy going, makes learning fun and spends the time to make sure you are confident and comfortable with each manoeuvre (even if it does take weeks to get to grips with it). He stays relaxed even if you panic.
All in all an excellent 5* driving instructor who will make each lesson fun and makes learning to drive easy.
I can´t say much for his terrible jokes though.

I was very nervous when starting my driving lessons with Phil due to poor mentoring from another driving instructor. Phil has been very patient and has a funny, genuine personality that put me at ease straight away. Phil is an amazing driving instructor and I couldn’t recommend him enough! I cant say the same for the bad jokes...😂😂😂
Thank you so much for all of your help!
Chloe x

Phil was an incredible driving instructor and gave me so much support and mentoring during my time learning with him. He has such an amazing teaching method and gave me a full understanding of how a car works, and how to drive. He sent out lesson briefings each week to tell me what I did well and what I could improve upon. This really helped me to nail each aspect of my driving so that I was confident when it came to test day, and when I go to drive on my own. I was quite nervous to begin with but Phil was always able to calm me. Whenever I made a mistake, he just talked me through why I went wrong and what to do to correct it. It really helped to build my confidence up behind the wheel - i can’t recommend him enough!!

I don´t often get reviews or feedback from parents, but here is a lovely review from Jo, Laurens mum.

From a parents point of view , you helped to alleviate any worries I had of a stranger taking my daughter out on her own. By coming and introducing yourself and explaining your teaching methods, I was confident that we had chosen the right man for the job ! You also kept me informed of her progress and I felt that I could get in touch anytime if I wanted to ask anything. I know you built up and excellent relationship with Lauren and she really looked forward to her lessons. You kept the lessons fun and made her see the funny side even when things went wrong .... I can’t thank you enough for getting her through her test and making her whole driving experience a positive one. You deserve 5 stars for quality value and service !! . I wouldn’t recommend anyone else ! Your jokes aren’t half bad either 😂

Phil is a very patient and reliable driving instructor, after every lesson he sends lesson briefs going over the highs and lows of the lesson and what I need to make improvements on and also a plan for the next lesson which really helped, Phil’s not only a driving instructor but a legend!! He goes above and beyond to help in anyway he can and I would definitely recommend him to anyone, he’s not only taught me to drive but he’s also helped me purchase my first car and reply to all the questions I’ve ever needed the answer to (even if they were simple😂) he’s been a great instructor and also someone to get to know!! thank you so much Phil still can’t thank you enough for everything👍🏻!!

Phil was an amazing driving instructor, I couldn’t of wanted anyone better. He supported me through all the highs and the lows whether I was in a sulk or getting stressed. I would definitely recommend him to anyone as he is a genuine, funny and lovely person and I’ve loved having him as my driving instructor
Caitlin.

After putting off learning to drive for many years due to being severely deaf (knowing my learning experience would be a bit more challenging than the average person) - my partner(who also passed his test with Phil) had me meet up with Phil to discuss the possibility of me learning to drive with him, what a fantastic decision that turned out to be.
Together we sat down and discussed my hearing equipment and worked out how we were going to make the driving lessons as accessible as possible for me. Phil rather than seeing a problem with my deafness saw a challenge, however he was very respectful, I never once felt like a charity case or project with Phil. Phil also did his upmost best to work with the test centre to make
sure they were aware of my equipment and communication needs and make it so the only
nerves I had on test day were about driving not my disability.
In regards to lessons, every week Phil would send handouts. These contained information on the controls of the car, rules of the road, junctions, roundabouts, manoeuvres and other
practical driving skills. Passing the theory test was a piece of cake; as Phil gives you access to a practice app where he can track your progress and offer support where needed. Phil encourages you to get theory test done and dusted as soon as possible. Practical driving skills are made easier to improve upon, as after every lesson Phil sends a detailed email on
what went well in the lesson and what you need to do to improve. In fact, everything was going swimmingly, until I got pregnant! Ah, Phil bless him, was so patient and humorous through my pregnancy which with the nausea, tiredness and horrendous baby brain that came with it had me muddled and confused. Being a person with low self-esteem and nervous about driving a car anyway, Phil spent a lot of time working with me not just ondriving but on raising my confidence and sense of self-belief, the thing is he genuinely cares
about his learners. I honestly believe th

Pass with Phil driving school was a great experience for me as Phil was a very understanding instructor who put me at ease and helped me build confidence whilst at the wheel.

A massive thank you to Phil who helped me to pass both my theory and driving tests. He is an exceptional instructor who made me feel both comfortable and at ease when in the car. He is a very funny and passionate guy who makes learning to drive more enjoyable. I would definitely recommend Phil to anyone who is thinking of learning to drive. An absolute top guy.

When I first met Phil I was very nervous about learning to drive but on the first lesson, he explained how the car works in a way that was very easy to understand and made me feel relaxed about driving. He supports you at each stage of learning and will never push you to do anything that you don´t feel confident enough doing, but at the same time allowing you to challenge yourself and learn and progress each lesson. Phil also helped me with my theory test and gave me login details to Theory Test Pro which was really useful for preparing for the test. I always thought that I wouldn´t be able to learn to drive and after passing both my theory and practical test first time I couldn´t be more surprised but it was all down to Phil who really supported me and motivated me throughout the whole process.

Learning to drive with Phil has been a fantastic experience. He is very supportive and really tries to boost your confidence whilst driving. He adjusts the lessons around what you want to do and what you need to work on. He also creates an email with an overview after every lesson, to help you focus your attention. He’s an involved and friendly teacher, who always arrives with a smile on his face. When it came to my theory test, Phil suggested we meet for tea and cake to run through the parts of the test I was unsure about, consequently I passed first time. Showing he always goes the extra mile! We always had a good laugh and can’t thank him enough. I’d recommend him to everyone!

I began driving with Phil in February after having a couple months driving with a previous instructor at the end of last year. I immediately found Phil’s teaching technique easy to understand and follow. I felt comfortable and confident in the car and began to enjoy driving a whole lot more!! My mum was friends with Phil previously which is how i found out about his driving school, (later i found a bunch of other people i knew had learnt to drive with him) He made me understand how and why things work in a car which allowed me to actually know what was actually going on when i was driving. He is friendly and is always able to answer any questions i had (however stupid they were!), i would defiantly recommend Phil to other people & will be doing!! I don’t think i would have passed so quick without him!

Learning to drive with Phil has been brilliant! He’s a great teacher and we had a lot of good laughs! He also focuses lessons on what you need to improve to get you ready for your test; and if you haven’t done your theory, get it booked because he’ll keep asking until you do 😄 the handouts and lesson overviews given after each lesson help you to know what you’ve done well and what to improve. All in all I couldn’t have picked a better instructor, thank you so much Phil!!

"If you are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic instructor then 100% Phil’s the man. Phil is reliable and always on time, your lesson will not be a boring one with Phil’s sense of humour and rubbish jokes:) He will ensure you keep on top of theory prep and won’t give up until you’ve passed it, this continues with your practical. Other instructors can be prone to drag out lessons but will draw you in with cheap prices however not Phil; paying that little bit more is well worth it and each lesson is productive and actually planned out. Phil will also take time to send over handouts and feedback from your lesson which is so helpful to identify what you need to improve on. Thanks Phil for everything! I’ll be back soon to have a motorway lesson :))"

"Learning to drive with Phil couldn’t have been a better choice, he also taught my sister and we would both recommend him without a doubt. Throughout the time I was learning to drive from my first lesson until my last Phil kept me motivated. He didn’t just teach me to drive, he made his lessons fun and entertaining and showed he cares more than just an instructor would. Phil is easy to get on with which makes you feel at ease from the beginning, I enjoyed every single lesson and looked forward to getting back in the car the week after. After every lesson Phil sends a lesson briefing, explaining what I did well and what I needed too look at for my next lesson. Phil can only be one of the best around, I can not recommend him enough!"

Learning to drive has been such a fun and memorable journey. It feels like yesterday since started my lessons in August, and even though I have never driven a car before I felt totally safe as Phil´s teaching methods are not over complicated which really helped me.

He never once panicked or raised his voice, and was always very positive and supportive while driving which helped my confidence grow faster. The lesson briefings that he sends after each lesson really helped me as he tells you what went well, what you need to practice on before the next lesson, and the plan for the next lesson. This helped me massively as I could go out and practice in my own car on the things I needed to practice. I don´t know any other instructor that does a lesson briefing and I think it shows how much Phil is passionate and dedicated about getting you to pass. The lessons themselves went really fast because time does fly when you´re having fun, and there was the right balance of learning and laughter (even though his jokes where terrible😂).

When I was doing my theory I found that his app really helped as he could monitor my progress and tell me what areas I really needed to focus on. A week before my theory test we had a lesson just on the theory which helped as I could ask all the questions I was struggling on and understand the answer rather than guess it... a week later I passed my theory first time. I really do consider Phil a friend and miss our lessons. After I failed my first test he didn´t let me give up or make me feel bad in anyway, he said I just needed to get back up go again, this positive outlook meant that less than two weeks later I had passed my test. I recommend Phil to everyone, and all really does give you 100% of his focus in the car. I can´t thank Phil enough for everything, he really is the best instructor and don´t think he truly knows how good he is.

"I was driving with Pass With Phill for just under 11 months. I was a very nervous driver at the beginning of our lessons as I had never even sat in the driving seat before, however not long after the first lesson I felt very safe and much more confident in what I was doing. Phil is a natural instructor and filled me with confidence from the very start! He has brilliant teaching methods that are easy to understand and doesn´t ever over complicate things, he takes the time and effort to send me lesson briefings after each lesson which really helped me in developing as a driver. He is also a great motivator as well as a friend. throughout all my time driving with Phil , he has not once panicked me or raised his voice in or out of the car. He´s Phil and even though I have passed I will always keep in contact with him. He is an amazing instructor and I wouldn´t ever recommend anyone else. After having a few set backs, Phil helped me to pass my driving test with only 4 minors! I cannot put into words how much this man has helped me as a driver and has also helped bring my confidence on as a person. I will always recommend him".

Learning to drive with Phil has been a massively enjoyable and rather hilarious experience on the whole. His manner of teaching is laid back, and his commitment to providing a positive experience has been worth every penny. Phil provided excellent value in his service: with emailed feedback after every lesson, handouts which break down manoeuvres into simple steps, and access to a theory practice site free of charge. His methods are incredibly thorough; you will never leave a lesson feeling confused, with Phil always ensuring that you feel confident in your understanding of the content.



Beyond simply learning to drive, Phil is a great laugh, I always found myself looking forward to the next lesson if for nothing but the chat! I will miss my weekly drive with Phil, I feel I’ve gained a great friend in my experience, since a Phil isn’t just for driving instruction, a Phil is for life! Although the drivers licence is a nice bonus too…



Thanks for all your support I’ve had a great time driving with you

My brother suggested Phil to me. Before I had the lessons, I was very nervous about driving but after the first few lessons I felt a lot more comfortable and that was because Phil had a very calm manor and stuck to the basics. Phil will give you lesson briefings each week which shows you which parts you did well and which parts need focus on. This really helped me understand what I need to do to become a better driver. Before any manoeuvre you do he goes over it showing you the best and the safest way to do the manoeuvre by drawing it out and showing you what you need to look out for when doing the manoeuvre. He is very patient and relaxed in the lessons so if you do make a mistake he will show you what went wrong. He gives out lesson handouts every week which make you more familiar and comfortable with manoeuvres and other parts to driving. In some of the handouts it shows you how to approach certain roads in Buxton for example Dukes Drive and other test routes. This helped me because when we came to the road I would know how to approach it and what steps to take to make sure that its done safely. He also helped me out massively with the theory because he creates an account for you on a theory website which allows you to complete mock tests and helps you learn the theory side to driving. Thanks again Phil.

Phil was recommended to me by a friend who claimed that he was friendly, efficient and an all around good instructor. She was not wrong. After my first lesson I felt completely at ease and much more confident than I had expected, my confidence grew more and more with each lesson and I improved quickly. After each lesson Phil would email me a briefing which I would read over before the next lesson and he would always reply to my texts within about an hour. I don’t know anyone else who has such an efficient and reliable instructor, Phil never cancelled a lesson and always tried to stretch out the money in a way that I would benefit from. Towards my practical test date Phil was really supportive and he made me feel calm. Because of Phil, I passed my practical test first time after only four months of driving. Don´t think twice about having Phil as your instructor, he is the best. I’m sure a lot of other people will tell you the same too.

Phil has been a brilliant driving instructor. He gives clear instructions and his calm manner puts you at ease. He’s very reliable- always on time and never cancelled a lesson. I received a post lesson briefing after each lesson which detailed what went well and what I needed to improve which gave some structure to my lessons. He also sent me handouts which I found really useful to keep on top on things between lessons. He knew I needed to pass my test as quickly as possible, and was very flexible when driving test cancellations came up. Thank you Phil!

I was recommended to Phil from friends that had previously learnt with him. From my very first lesson I felt at ease and comfortable to ask any questions. He was fun, helpful and patient, this really helped me enjoy and look forward to lessons. Phil gave great handouts and briefings after lessons to let me know what I did well and what I could improve on. He was always on time and kept me up to date with plans and timings. I´m so glad I picked Phil as it lead me to feel nice and prepared for my practical as well as being a massive help with my theory. So if you´re looking for a safe, fun and friendly driving instructor, Phil is definitely the one!

Thanks so much!!

I got introduced to Pass with Phil from friends of mine, that had already been taking lessons with him, and I must say that he did not disappoint. Such a comfortable learning environment, not just a ´teacher´ or an ´instructor´ but also a friend. Pass with Phil also helps with so many other things, such as your theory test! Don´t hesitate to ask him for extra help with this or your driving test, as he´s always more than happy to help. I don´t have one bad thing to say about him as an instructor or as a person. I would 100% definitely recommend his service to any friend of mine that´s looking for an instructor for driving lessons. He also provides extra help through the use of apps on his iPad when leading driving basics, and also weekly emails and handouts as an extra bonus. Definitely worth more than the money!

After a rocky start with 3 different instructors a friend recommended pass with Phil and it was the best thing i did. Phil is brilliant, hes kind, patient and helpful. He explains things in a way that you understand.He never gets cross or shouts and he has time, not many driving instructors do. He is always a call or a text away which is fab when you dont understand a theory question with plenty of nice reminders to practise using a brill theory site provided. I always looked forward to my lessons each week learning the theory and general driving and monovers Phil made this fun which helped me settle and become more confident in my driving. Phil is reliable and never cancelled he has a brilliant method of teaching and if he can teach me he can teach anyone

Throughout life I tend to find all the old wives sayings tend to be true. If you buy cheap, you buy twice. Pass With Phil may be a little more expensive than other driving instructors, but the value you receive far out strips the cost. Along with the excellent lessons, you also get Amazing support to go with it. Emailed lesson de-brief, handouts to explain techniques further, free access to practice your theory, and most importantly, he´s always there at the end of the phone for a chat! No other instructor goes above and beyond like him, so save yourself money in the long run by spending a tiny bit more now. A student is only as good as its teacher.



Although I joined his list of many, many first time passes, I´m also a little disappointed. Our weekly drives were such fun, I´d be eagerly waiting for the next. Now thanks to Phil, not only have I gained a full driving licence, independence, but I´ve also gained a great friend.

After learning with Phil for 5 months, I recommend learning with him so much. Without fail, Phil made sure I had a lesson every week (no cancellations) and was never once late or unreliable in the slightest. Driving was made such a fun experience with no worries due to trusting Phil and being able to chill out whilst learning, I never felt I had one disastrous lesson as Phil would always make sure I understood everything thoroughly and that I was comfortable whilst driving! I couldn´t be happier with the 5 months I had whilst learning and I definitely wouldn´t have been as prepared as I was with both my practical and theory if I hadn´t chosen Phil as my driving instructor. Thanks phil ya legend.

I just wanted say a massive thanks to Phil for getting me thru my driving test and helping me pass first time, Phil is so relaxed and patient and even quite witty 😂, it was always fun to have my lessons and really looked forward to them, he made it feel like a breeze 👍🏻, he always has time to help you , and the feedback each lesson was really helpful, it really is the best thing I´ve done.

So if your looking for a great, lovely, safe driving instructor I really really recommend Phil he seriously is the best, 👍🏻👍🏻🚗

If you are thinking of learning to drive I would recommend Pass with Phil without a doubt. He made me feel so comfortable and confident with driving and taught me excellent tips and techniques especially to nail the manoeuvres (even when I used to have a mental block against the left reverse).



As well as being an amazing teacher Phil is also such a lovely person with a great sense of humour. I always enjoyed our lessons and will miss them even though I´m so pleased to have passed! He always has a story to tell every lesson and we had some great laughs!



Thankyou so much Phil!!!

Where do I even start .... so many laughs and tears especially after my car crash and if it wasn´t for you I think I´d of gave up then, but nope you kept me behind that wheel an told me I´ll pass. After 3 times of failing my test through stupid things each time today I walked away with 4 minors and a pass... I can´t thank you enough for the support you have gave me not just in my driving either but overall helping me overcome so much more barriers in general. You are a true star and a top instructor as you know I shout your number to everyone 🙈😂😂, thank you for everything and giving me and my princess the chance for adventure days ... gonna miss the banter lessons oh and them red lights which are green 🙈😂😂😂

thank you so much for everything Phil ...

"Pass With Phil is brilliant! Phil´s not just your instructor, he´s a friend too. He explains everything in a calm manner and never gets angry. My experience with Pass With Phil has been amazing and I´ve actually had fun learning to drive with him, he´s a brilliant guy and helped me to pass my test (and theory) first time! I´d definitely recommend Phil to all my friends! Thanks again for everything Phil!" X

I just passed my test first time today with the help of Phil.

I absolutely could not recommend him any more highly. After each lesson you get a briefing of what went well and what you need to focus on, which is brilliant as you know where you will be upto on the next lesson. I didn´t stop laughing the whole time every single lesson which makes the experience of learning so much more fun! It you want to learn how to drive safely but still enjoy it phil is your man!!

Well, right from the very start of driving with Phil he instantly puts you at ease, making you feel relaxed and comfortable whilst driving and having a laugh along the way. The most down to earth guy I know who is always willing to help with theory or questions which some instructors don´t do. I honestly can´t thank you enough for helping me pass my test it´s the best feeling ever. I´d recommend pass with Phil to anyone looking for driving lessons

"Pass with Phil was recommended to us by a friend and does exactly what he says ´Pass with Phil´. From the introductory meeting to introduce himself we knew it was the right choice. He guided me through the theory and made suggestions for extra revision allowing me to pass first time. His lesson briefings are great with feedback on what to practice and each lesson is fun and his enthusiasm gave me confidence. Phil becomes a friend and makes driving easy. Thanks for everything would recommend Phil to everyone."

"Learning with Phil was a great decision. The lessons are very relaxed and enjoyable, he teaches at a comfortable pace and you will feel no pressure whatsoever. He´s incredibly organised and will give you any help/advice you ask for. I don´t think i´d of passed already with any other teacher - learn with Phil!"

5 Star Phil! Phil has just seen my son Jamie through to gaining his licence. I cannot praise Phil enough and would recommend him to everyone without hesitation! As a parent I received emails every lesson, how things had gone, good and...well not so good. Even though I´ve not been in the car with Phil I know the word bad would not be used as he is so full of encouragement and positivity, his coaching skills with Jamie have been excellent to improve his driving after every lesson. Phil sent Jamie texts to remind him if he hadn´t done any theory practice as Phil could watch when he logged on to revise, all again through encouragement. Phil´s superb coaching and a true sense of what the individual needs of the candidate led to Jamie passing his Theory and Practical tests first time. I even pushed Jamie to take extra lessons the week before his test, Phil could have taken the money, however he said "No you don´t need them!" So honest Phil as well! I cannot praise Phil enough...he is an outstanding example of a driving instructor! So well done Jamie, and very very well done Phil

A friend recommended pass with Phil to me.



From the very first lesson Phil put me at ease. He is very patient, never shouts and explains everything so well. He´s funny too.



I can honestly say I looked forward to my lessons with Phil. He wasn´t just a driving instructor, he became my friend.



Thank you for everything and getting me through my theory and practical tests first time.

I chose Phil as my driving instructor because my sister (who passed first time with him) absolutely raved about him as a teacher and as a lovely, kind person. After passing my test with only 2 minor faults I can say that she was completely right! I started off a very nervous driver, but Phil always put me at ease and through his reassurance and confidence in me as a driver, I became confident in myself. Phil made driving lessons fun with his horrendous jokes and was never strict, as I know some instructors can be. He even turned mistakes into positives by helping me to learn from them, rather than worry about them. Phil made learning to drive a really positive and enjoyable experience for me and as a result I am confident in my skills as a safe driver and would say I have gained a friend. I would recommend Pass with Phil to anyone.

"I found Phil on a search for local driving instructors in Buxton, he had good reviews and seemed very professional so I got in contact and I am so glad I did! He messaged me back almost straight away and was very accommodating of my situation – I hadn’t driven for over two years and was nervous to get back behind the wheel. Phil sent me handouts over email to read before my lesson to refresh what I already knew and these helped massively, along with his unique style of teaching. Phil equips you with easy to learn tools for manoeuvres and driving in general and teaches in a calming and reassuring manner. He has made me feel a confident and safe driver and I know that he would be happy to help if I ever needed it again. I would recommend Pass With Phil to anybody! Thank you Phil"

A friend suggested Pass with Phil to me when I was struggling with another instructor. Driving wasn´t something I enjoyed and I would often return from a lesson unhappy and dreading the next one. With Phil however, the opposite is true; from the start he encouraged me, reassured me, and made me laugh to the point I actually looked forward to lessons.



Phil is very patient and explained any mistakes so that I understood why they happened and then how to correct them. His positive disposition stopped me dwelling on those mistakes so I could carry on and ultimately pass.



Phil sends out handouts summarising each lesson which are useful as they allow you to see where improvements can be made and reflect on them in preparation for the next lesson and the test.



Would 100% recommend him to anyone. Thank you for everything Phil!

You should all go with Phil! He´s a great instructor and I´m so glad I went with him, always a happy chappy and makes the lessons fun and enjoyable! The hand outs and lesson briefings are helpful and Phil will ensure your confident with driving and will go over things as many times as you need! Phil is a super star!⭐️

"Passed first time thanks to Phil !

He is very friendly and has a positive attitude to the lessons. We always stuck to the basics and ensured my driving was safe. His lesson handouts are very helpful as they tell you about how the lesson went that day and prepare you for your next lesson . Would definitely recommend him to anyone as he is a great instructor! Thanks Phil :)"

"Pass with Phil, has had such a wonderful, helpful and positive impact not only on my driving but my life. If you´re looking for supportive , understanding , enjoyable lessons, then I recommend Phil in every circumstance. Phil can adapt to anyone´s learning style, by demonstrations , handouts/leaflets and electronic games. This really helped me achieve my potential and achieve goals towards my driving , I don´t just know the physical parts to driving , I understand why I understand exactly why I am doing something. Phil is such an approachable , fun, caring instructor I wouldnt dare go with anyone else. I have had a wonderful experience , had fun along the way , and passed my test with 1 minor. Like I say if you´re after a supportive , educating, flexible friend and instructor , do not hesitate to give Phil a message. Absolutely fabulous , I´ll miss you Phil. 5 stars for sure"

"If you´re thinking of learning how to drive I would highly recommend Pass with Phil to anybody. His friendly, calm and positive attitude made my learning experience extremely enjoyable and pleasant. He offers immense support with both your theory and practical work by emailing you lesson briefings each week, helping you to identify what you´re doing well and what areas need improving. Phil has a great sense of humour, and although his jokes are shocking, he still managed to make me laugh multiple times during my lessons!! He is extremely reliable & organised and if you´re ever unsure about anything he´s always at the end of the phone to help you. Nothing ever seems like it´s too much trouble. I couldn´t recommend him enough, and although I´m extremely happy to have passed I do miss our lessons every week. Thanks again Phil!!!

"What can I say? Really friendly guy and makes you feel relaxed and safe throughout learning. Don´t think there was a moment I actually felt scared about driving with Phil, he always made sure it was safe to drive. Throughout learning to drive we did it safely, sticking to the basics and ensuring we were ready for the worst situations. He´s always really well prepared and up for anything, I highly recommend him as he is such a great teacher and lovely person to drive with, his jokes aren´t the best though! Easily give him 5 star for his teaching and friendliness."

"My driving lessons with Phil, never felt like a chore. His laid back, yet professional attitude made driving very enjoyable! Whenever I was nervous or uncertain about a situation, he always put me at ease. His good sense of humour, which usually left me in hysterics, made driving a delight and I used to look forward to my lessons every week. He is very patient and understanding which made bad situations less stressful and worrying. Even with my theory test, he offered great support and helped me learn from my mistakes which led me to pass on my first attempt.



Although I´m over the moon to be out on the roads, it´s safe to say I miss my lessons with Phil.



Overall, Phil is an excellent teacher who will always make you feel comfortable and confident with your driving which will lead you to the success of passing. I´d recommend him to anyone who is thinking of learning to drive. Thanks Phil :) "

"Phil is a very delightful person to know. My very first time driving was quite an achievement. Phil went through all the basics with me, and while it took a bit of time and patience I managed to get the hang of things. before I knew it the first few months went by and I started to improve and drive with confidence. I received plenty of handouts and advice which were really useful and helped me pass my theory first time aswell as preparing me for my driving test.



Phil never gave up on me and instead helped me increase my confidence for driving as well as improving my driving skills. I don´t think I could have done any better myself without having him to aid me. You cannot go wrong in any way as he tailors each lesson to a level suitable for you!



Finally he´s a very kind and outgoing individual. lessons were really fun and enjoyable and we shared plenty of stories and moments together. Highly recommended! Good luck to Phil & all future drivers."

" I would highly recommend Phil to anyone looking to learn to drive. After learning with a different instructor beforehand, I was told about Phil and booked lessons with him instead, and I´m very glad I did after passing first time thanks to his belief in me. The second I got in the car I was made to feel relaxed and very comfortable and was talked through every step of the way. He starts with the basics and works up, which massively helped to build my confidence. Always up for a laugh too which helps to ease the nerves! He treats everyones individual needs with a great deal of care and he´s always around if you have any questions or worries! Always looked forward to Tuesday morning drives, would definitely recommend! Thanks Phil!!

To anyone who is wanting to learn how to drive I highly recommend Phil. He is extremely friendly, welcoming and supportive. Most of all he is extremely hard working, he puts a great amount of effort into ensuring that you drive to the best of your ability, with handouts and lesson briefings his lessons are well prepared and helpful. From the first lesson you can see how much he loves his job and how much he cares about seeing his learners succeed.

Massive thanks Phil for teaching me how to drive and find my confidence ...!!!

So nice of my son Jake to write me a little review after passing his test on Monday. Thanks Jake :)



"It was very odd when i started to learn to drive with my dad sat next to me as my instructor, but that didnt mean i was treated differently, he was there to do his job and help young people to drive safely and pass their tests. Dad has always been demanding of his learners but offers support and advice on any worries or problems that you may have, he always calmed me down and told me i could do it, he is very motivating and im sure will help to teach many other learners to drive safely :) "

"I would highly recommend Phil to anyone wishing to learn to drive! He works very hard to ensure his learners feel confident when the time comes to take their test. With weekly handouts and lesson briefings after each lesson Phil makes it very clear where your strengths lie and what you need to work on to improve. From the first lesson you can really tell that Phil is very passionate about what he does and that he truly cares about each of his learners. Thank you so much for all your help in teaching me to drive and giving me that extra independence 😊!!"

" Choosing Phil to take driving lessons with was so easy, he is a calm, relaxed easy going guy who gets to know you as a person rather than just a number in his driving school.



After having 13 months of learning to drive, Phil eased me back onto the road, refreshing my memory and making all the lessons enjoyable.



He quickly picks up on your strengths and weaknesses, in time those weaknesses become your strengths.



I passed first time with Phil and recommend him to anyone who is looking to take lessons.

Where do I start? There are countless good things to say about ´Pass with Phil´ without a bad word to its name!

I first found out about Pass with Phil when I applied to take theory lessons during my first couple of weeks at college. It was about a month or two later that me and a friend took up the lessons provided and lo and behold, it was where I met ole Phil!



On our first driving lesson, I was very nervous with my anxiety going through the roof and Phil could see this due to my handling the car horribly down a fairly straight road in first gear! He didn´t tell me to ´shake it off´ or to ´try focus on something else´ but instead provided a sense of security that everything will be fine and nothing will go wrong as long as he was in the car besides me, he asked me to take my time and take deep breathes without rushing into it and it helped!

Phil is extremely good at his job and goes above and beyond his duty to help you succeed in driving. On any lesson he helps to break the nervousness and silence by distracting you and asking how you have been and what´s new in life before kicking straight into a lesson with you raring to go. Phil is extremely patient and doesn´t shout at all no matter how wrong you may go, he identifies your weak points (like a robot! 😉) and helps you learn to perfect them one by one. Phil also provides helpful handouts for you taking your theory test or driving test, these handouts contain very useful information about the road and the car itself (So go over them repeatedly because you´ll never hear the end of it!!!)

I would recommend Phil to absolutely anyone because let´s face it, he´s legend...wait for it...dary. Legendary!



To top all of that off, I would have to say "Thank you Phil for being a fantastic instructor, for boosting my confidence in driving, helping me pass both my Theory and Test and for having faith in me when I didn´t in myself. Y

Pass with Phil Driving School was recommended to me from a number of people. Phil calls round to the house before lessons to introduce himself and the car. The lessons are relaxed, a good laugh and nothing is rushed, allowing progress to be made at individual speeds making the experience more enjoyable.

Phil always emails a lesson briefing after every lesson, letting you know what went well, highlights areas to improve, a plan for your next lesson and home learning tasks via handouts on manoeuvres, road markings, etc.

The Theory Test Pro website was one of the most beneficial things for theory test preparation. It is a great help for highway code questions and hazard perception videos. Phil is able to keep track of your progress and suggest sections to focus on.

Phil is always contactable for any questions. I have loved every minute of learning to drive with Phil and I would recommend him to anyone wanting to learn to drive or improve their confidence behind the wheel. Phil teaches you drive, not just to pass a test.

Thank you very much for helping me to pass both my theory and practical first time, Rachael (The SuperStar) xx

I have known Phil since I was 6yrs old when he lived in France. I used to try and drown him in the



swimming pool; I am so glad I didn’t succeed as he would not have been able to help me pass both



my theory and practical driving tests first time.



Phil’s lessons are always fun and enjoyable, he is very friendly and funny, sometimes the



conversation can be completely random but this helps you to relax and makes the learning process



so much easier.



He is extremely patient and has a good way of correcting mistakes, always full of encouragement



and never critical.



Phil also took time out to help me with my theory prep and has an excellent theory help section on



his website.



After passing my test Phil took me on a motorway lesson as I was nervous about driving on a



motorway for the first time.



I chose Phil not just because he was a family friend but also because he has such an excellent



reputation and having been taught by him I now know why that is.



I would highly recommend Phil to any learner driver.

´Pass with Phil´ does exactly what it says on the tin!! My girlfriend recommended Phil to me after I struggled with other instructors, and with Phil´s help I passed the Theory Test, and the Practical Test 1st time!!



After lesson´s, without fail Phil will email you about how the lesson went, things to improve on & handout´s that help you understand how to drive safely. I would recommend Phil to literally anyone!



Phil is such a genuine guy who will help you with everything and will never beat around the bush, he´ll get you passed and on the road in no time at all! And even after you have passed Phil will still keep in touch to see how your progressing

I started with Phil not really knowing how to drive. But after a few lessons with him he showed me how easy it can be done. One of the most beneficial things I found with Phil was his Theory Test Pro website, it helped me quite a lot with my theory test allowing me to pass first time. Another would be his lesson briefings he sends after each lesson, he tells you what was good, what could be improved on and your overall progress. I would recommend Phil to anyone.



Thanks Phil!!!!

"I came to Phil quite a nervous driver and with quite a deadline to pass as a week after passing I moved away from Buxton very heavily pregnant! Phil was great... He made me feel relaxed and we always had a good laugh. Phil treats every driver individually and he planned lessons to suit me, knowing that I benefited more from having shorter, more frequent lessons. I would recommend Phil to anyone

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" I learnt to drive with Phil not long after I moved up to Buxton from Liverpool. I was very nervous as it was a completely different environment to drive in and I didn´t know the roads or area. Phil made my whole experience of learning to drive fun and exciting and I was always looking forward to our next lesson. Phil also sent over a review of each lesson we had together so I could see what I had done well on and what I needed to improve. This massively helped my whole learning to drive experience as I could go home and reflect on what I needed to work on. I enjoyed every second of learning to drive with Phil, he is supportive, friendly and we had such a laugh as well as getting me through my lessons and helping me to pass. I would always recommend Phil to both first time drivers or even drivers with experience. As well as a incredible teacher I have made a good friend. You will never have a dull lesson with Phil! "

I would 100% recommend Phil to anyone, he´s a top driving instructor and can get you through it all.

The best thing about Phil is how he makes you feel so at ease when driving, he puts no pressure onto you whilst driving what so ever and it really helps you with your confidence.

Phil will do anything he can to get you through both of your tests, theory and practical, I can´t put into words how great Phil was on lessons, especially coming up to my tests.

You´ll easily make a good friend with Phil but you´d struggle to find a better or more helpful instructor, best driving instructor around.



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"I learnt to drive with Phil after my sister passed with him first time. It was a great experience, he is always very patient and explains everything very well. He is always there for you if you need help with anything, especially when revising for your theory and he is only ever a phone call or text away. I passed both my theory and practical first time thanks to his excellent teaching. I would 100% recommend using Phil to any person wanting to learn to drive."

Passed 1st time!



Phil is an amazing instructor, he´s very patient, approachable and makes lessons fun. The briefings he sends about each lesson is so helpful and let´s you know what you need to improve on the next time.

He always manages to find time to help you with anything and is always at the other end of the phone for advice or a chat. His theory site is a massive bonus and he´s willing to give up time to help with questions too.

I never dreamed of passing 1st time, but phil made it possible with his enthusiasm and never let me think negatively.



So if you searching for a good instructor you´ve already found one!



Thank you so much phil!

I would recommend Phil to anyone! He makes learning to drive a lot of fun and he is really relaxed about everything. My first lesson, I was nervous about it all, but Phil brought out my confidence and independence to drive. So friendly, you can ask any questions or talk to Phil about anything. Becomes a good friend as well as a good instructor!



I have gone through a lot recently and no matter what, Phil was motivating me and helped me to pass! I cannot speak highly enough of how good Phils driving lessons are, definitely something I looked forward to each week!



Looking for a great driving instructor, look no further!

Can’t thank you enough Phil! Sure couldn’t have done it without you!!

" I can honestly say that learning to drive with Phil is one of the best choices I have ever made and I definitely couldn´t imagine learning with anyone else! Driving with Phil isn´t just a driving lesson every week and that´s your lot, its so much more! He goes above and beyond to help you from step one. His help with theory, handouts and lesson briefings are excellent and extremely helpful, all of which he does in his own time! Never during my driving lessons has he ever made me feel uncomfortable or made me do something I wasn´t capable of doing and the belief he has in his learners is genuinely heartwarming. Some days I may not have felt like driving and sometimes things were difficult and frustrating but having Phil beside me made everything a thousand times better. Not once did he ever shout if I did something wrong, he simply went over what I needed to change and helped me to perfect it! He is always full of conversation, great stories and amazing banter

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which is brilliant when you´re nervous as hell. Without a doubt every one of my lessons was enjoyable and I always looked forwarded to them. I´m so glad to have learnt with such a great, kind, helpful and amazing man who sure as hell knows how to do his job!!! I would 100000000000000% recommend Phil to anybody who is looking to start driving because you will honestly have a great time and make a friend for life! Words can´t explain how much i´m going to miss my lessons but I must use this pink license you allowed me to achieve!



I really cant thank you enough Phil. Thank you for putting up with my stubbornness and believing in me at times where I wanted to give up or scream and also thanks for putting up with all my stupid nervous habits. Keep doing what you´re doing because you´re an absolute star! See you around pal!

"Learning to drive with Phil has been nothing short of brilliant, I really enjoyed every lesson we had -

I would definitely recommend him to anyone wanting to learn themselves. His patience is outstanding, especially regarding theory tests and stupid mistakes. The support and motivation he

offers is fantastic, with the briefings he sends after each lesson telling you what went well and what you need to improve on. Phil is also extremely approachable helpful and always up for a laugh. I’d definitely give five stars, thanks so much, Phil"

I was extremely nervous and uninterested in learning to drive and only decided to try out a lesson as i felt that i really needed to learn for my independence. As soon as i got in the car for the first time everything changed. Phil puts you at ease straight away, he is so chilled and easy to get on with. Every lesson is full of laughs (and the occasional tear) but i know i looked forward to each lesson so much each week! The lessons are not easy and definitely push you but you never feel uncomfortable or over stressed.

Phil goes above and beyond to make sure you get the most out of the lessons, he sends you briefings after each session which tell you what went well and what you will be working on next time. He is always there 24/7 if you have any questions and is really approachable so you always feel that you can ask anything and not feel silly.

Phil also helps you with the theory test, he gives you access to a useful website on which he can monitor your results and will make time to help you if you are unsure of certain areas.

Phil gives 110% in everything, i am so glad i chose to learn with him and because of him i passed my theory and practical first time! I can not speak highly enough of him and would definitely recomend him to anyone!

Well where do I start? Phil is a legend in the making and clearly knows what he is doing. He has helped me so much to become a good driver and helped me pass my test 1st time. Phil is a man with lots of patience and is one of the most kind and genuine blokes around. If I was having a bad lesson or making mistakes he would never shout at you, he would just talk you through it and always tell you how the mistakes can be made better.

Phil isn´t short of any banter either haha, he does nothing but make you laugh for the duration of your lessons and he helps keep nerves away. He isn´t short of conversation and has many stories to tell.

Thank you so much for helping me pass my test but more importantly become a good and safe driver! I am very grateful for all the help you gave me and you really are a good man. I would definitely recommend people to take their lessons with Phil if you want to be a good driver.



Cheers mate! Stay safe and keep up the good work.

" I literally can not thank you enough for what you´ve done Phil Shaw!!!

The first time I got in a car with you I was nearly sitting on the passenger seat trying to avoid lorries

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I genuinely believed I´d never be a driver after the car crash I was in.

Brick by brick you built my confidence up with how patient and understanding you were. I might have been nervous but I always felt 100% safe with you in the car.

Thank you so so so much for being the instructor you are and helping me get my independence for the rest of my life!!





Legend! X

Phil was a great driving instructor and helped me to achieve my driving license. He makes lessons fun and always provides lots of notes and support to help you. 5 STARS!!!!!!

I don´t know where to start! Aha! I was such a nervous wreck when I first started that car up! I remember saying to you while up Harpur "I´m going to make this car move today?!" Aha you were so calm considering the amount of times I said "I can´t do it, I don´t like the sound the car makes, or sorry..." But we got there Phil! We finally did it! So thank you so much for everything you have done for me! Out with the green and in with the pink! X

Phil Shaw is an excellent driving instructor. He is friendly and easy to talk to, offers support and motivation to all his students. Really helped me pass my theory and I could not have passed my test without him. He has given me the confidence and the knowledge to be the best driver I can. So happy that I found such a great teacher

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Thank You Phil!!

I would recommend phil to anyone. I have really enjoyed learning to drive with phil over the past few months. I had such a good laugh in lessons and any mistakes i made along the way was always turned into a positive and phil gave me the motivation and self - belief i needed to drive and pass my test first time. Thanks for everything Phil!

Wow I passed 1st time...this is without doubt because I had the best driving instructor ever! Phil is very friendly, patient, informative, encouraging, motivating and most of all he makes driving lessons fun!



Week on week my confidence grew and grew, Phil made me believe I could do it. ( and I did 😄!)



The learning doesn´t stop after the driving lesson, Phil sends you lesson briefings and handouts with all the information needed to help you pass your theory and driving test. (And texts to remind you to look at them!)



If you are looking for a driving instructor...look no further!

Phil is Recommended 100 %!



Thanks Phil!



Nathan

What can I say, I can´t thank Phil enough for helping me through my driving over the last 4 months. I remember my very first lesson back in April and I knew from the first five minutes in the car I´d made the right decision. He had so much patience with me when other instructors would get frustrated. There were times when I would get annoyed and didn´t want to do it anymore but he helped me believe in myself and coached me through everything constructively rather than making me feel useless. Phil knew when to be serious but also have a laugh at the same time, I never once dreaded my driving lessons, I always looked forward to them. I am genuinely sad that I won´t have driving lessons to look forward too but I´m extremely grateful that I have my independence now. I will miss you getting mad at me for turning the wheel the wrong way during left reverse or looking at the gear stick

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thank you once again for helping me achieve my goal.



I highly recommend him to anyone who is considering learning to drive in the future

I was never interested in driving and could never find an instructor that I felt like I could sit it a car comfortably with; it wasn´t for months after my 17th that I was hearing all these goods things about Phil off other people he´s taught; encouraging me to give him a ring and see for myself. Just by him coming round and meeting me and telling me what he was about before me getting in a car with him made me feel so much more comfortable and I knew immediately he was the right instructor for me. I´d never even turned a car on before my first lesson and I don´t think any one else could have made me feel as comfortable and relax my nerves as much as Phil did. Every time I had a bad lesson and lost my confidence, Phil helped me to build it back up and even when I failed my test the first time, he reassured me that I was a good driver and that I was capable of doing it, which then led to me passing just 2 weeks after. I couldn´t have done it without Phil´s help and I would recommend him to anyone. He´s ace! Thank you so much for all your help and patience, especially helping me turn the wheel in the many occasions where I forgot to.



I always looked forward to our lessons and will definitely miss them. Thank you again

x

Phil is a great driving instructor. He will always be there to help you and he especially helped me with my confidence. I´d recommend him to anyone, as well as being a good driving instructor he is also a great person. Thanks Phil.

"I would like to take a moment to thank Phil, not only one of the nicest people you could ever meet but the best driving instructor in the world!



When choosing a driving instructor I was always worried what it would be like. Would they shout at you? Would they be mad if you couldn´t get something right? I have to say I chose the calmest and patient driving instructor and so should you! I spent most lessons laughing and smiling, and couldn´t wait to get driving again the following week. Even on bad days he would never complain or get annoyed, despite me having a breakdown over parallel parking!



Phil was great from start to finish, from the moment I first moved the car 2 metres and screamed with excitement to the nervous wreck taking my test.



I´ve always found it hard to learn by being told things and preferred to take a more ´hands on´ learning method. Phil respects each and every one of his learners learning skills and adapts every single lesson. He had the patience of a saint trying to explain the same manoeuvres over to me again and again. He then continued to have the patience when I didn´t understand the theory test. He took the time and we sat through it and after 1 hour I was able to see where I was going wrong and suddenly the hardest thing In the world seemed so simple!



Lessons with Phil were always jam packed full of information and fun. Whether it´s learning something new or just perfecting and practising that manoeuvre giving you the confidence when passed to get it right every single time.



To summarise, Phil isn´t a guy that just teaches you to pass your test, he teaches you to drive. Believe me there´s a big difference. He will go the extra mile for anyone and will do whatever he can to help you always in a professional but fun manner! I have even had the confidence now to take on a driving job, only a couple of months after passing. I couldn´t recommend Phil more.

"I´m so sorry this is so late, since passing I have been out driving so much, it slipped my mind.

That just shows that Phil taught me how to drive not just to pass my test. Phil is the best driving instructor I could have asked for.

I´m a very stubborn girl, and was very close to giving up at one stage, Phil showed me that I was a good driver and that I shouldn´t let the nerves get the better of me.

He put up with all my moods and moans when I didn´t want to do parallel parks.

He showed me how fun driving is and what a great experience it is.

I don´t think I would have enjoyed driving as much if it wasn´t for such a fantastic teacher.

Never once did he raise his voice to me, even if I messed up completely. Every lesson we had was a laugh and so laid back, it didn´t even feel like one.

I always looked forward to our lessons each week and I´ll be sad not to be having them anymore.

I couldn´t thank you anymore Phil! I am so grateful for having such a brilliant instructor.

Just remember, when those indigo reverse lights come in, I told you so lol x x "

Thank you Phil for helping me pass my test.. 1st time! I started my driving experience back in November and unfortunately made the mistake of being too keen and taking the 1st instructor that came along! I had liked Phil’s page and watched all the positive updates while I was suffering with my instructor shouting at me and draining my confidence.

After 56 hours enough was enough and I got in contact with Phil. I arranged to do an intense manoeuvres lesson 2 weeks before I had my test booked. I couldn´t believe the change in respect. He had all the time in the world for me.. Within that 3 hours I could finally reverse around a corner and parallel park!! After big discussions I told Phil I could not carry on my driving with my old instructor. I´d of been setting myself to fail. With a struggle Phil made the space for me to learn with him.. I cancelled my test and carried on driving with Phil for the next 5 weeks. I was a nervous wreck! In my head I couldn´t and wouldn´t do it! Phil reassured me and boosted my confidence. Within my 2nd lesson with him we was laughing and joking and driving didn´t seem so scary. Everything fitted into place.

I no longer had to put up with shouting! Something I wasn´t use to! With a few tears along the way Phil fully prepared me to take my test. He ensured I had all the handouts I needed ready for the big day.. He was always on hand, be it text, phone, Facebook or in person for any worries I had before test day.. He reassured all negatives and turned them into positives. .. NO BODY turns up to his lessons with self disbelief! ! I took Phil along on my driving test as a friendly face. He reassured me that I would nail my driving test.. I came out with 3 minors and a PASS.. Phil helped me join the club of 1st time pass on both driving test and theory :)



So to sum it all up.. Phil is the only driving instructor around that I would recommend. He can accommodate for even the worst of self-confid

"Thank you Phil for helping me pass first time. You really helped me gain the skills needed to be a good driver. I always looked forward to my driving lessons as you made them fun, you made me feel comfortable and I really enjoyed myself.



I unfortunately failed my theory first time with my first driving instructor. I then went with Phil and he taught me everything you need to know for your theory test and I passed straight away. It was all down to Phil´s good teaching and I am very grateful.



Phil always kept cool, calm and collective whenever I made a mistake and when I needed to improve something. He would always tell you politely and re-assure you and help you to improve.



I would highly recommend Philip, he is the best instructor anyone could experience, have a good laugh and just enjoy their time driving.



I am going to miss my lessons with Phil, I will never forget anything you have taught me and always stay safe. I cant thank you enough for helping me achieve my goal. Thank you so much, I will miss you "

"Phil is without a doubt the best instructor to learn to drive with. He has all the patience in the world, and puts everything into teaching people to drive safely and with confidence. Everything I have learned is down to Phil! I would never have passed my theory, or my driving test without all his help.



He is always there whether you need a chat or help with theory questions! There are so so many nice things I could say about Phil, but I think it would be hours worth of typing!



I have never once walked away from a lesson feeling disappointed about mistakes I have made as Phil shows you in a patient and friendly manner where you have gone wrong and how to improve it, and makes something negative into something positive. Every lesson, I have had a great laugh! I´m kinda sad that I won´t be driving with Phil anymore, but I´ll never forget anything he has taught me! Thanks Phil! I´ll miss Ya! X

I just wanted to take this moment to extend a heartfelt thank you to Phil, whom, - whether he realises it or not, - has really helped me in overcoming my fear of driving. Nonetheless, at thirty-five years of age I have been putting this moment off for eighteen years now. Under his expert guidance I passed my test yesterday, and over these last few months I can’t fully put into words the feeling of self-confidence he has instilled in me. That is to say, not only is Phil extremely practical in his tutelage, he is also very intuitive with an easy-going and positively charged manner. There is something of the optimist in him and it is highly contagious, - even for somebody as naturally downbeat as myself!

To summarise though, I have had three other instructors over the years and I can say without hesitation, that Phil is a good head and shoulders above them in every respect. It is sometimes difficult to find a good instructor, as ultimately, it is always a shot in the dark. However, to find a ‘great’ instructor is plain lucky. Phil is a ‘great’ instructor, and I couldn’t rate him more highly if I tried. Thanks again Phil, it has been a real privilege.

"Phil is a wonderful driving instructor who taught me many skills that I needed throughout my time learning driving. I would recommend Phil to absolutely anybody, there are so many nice things I could say about Phil; he is so easy to get along with, and he really makes you feel relaxed and comfortable. Phil never failed to make me laugh each lesson. Phil was brilliant with helping me with my Theory; he gave me constant feedback and encouragement, and really goes the extra mile for you. Phil most of all has really helped me with my confidence. I passed my Theory Test and Practical Test first time round, I really could not have done it without Phil and his support. Phil is such a fantastic Driving instructor; I really loved every driving lesson. Thanks again! X

Mahatma Ghandi and the Dalai Lama are both men well known for their patience, but even these two would have struggled with me as their student. Not Phil though, he has patiently guided me from a stage of abject horror at the thought of driving to a point where not only have I passed my driving test, but also am confident in my ability as a well-rounded and, above all, safe driver.



Not only has Phil been the sole catalyst in the process of my development from non-driver to confident full licence holder, through learning with him I feel I have gained a good friend. He doesn’t just care about you as a driver he cares about all of his students as people, something evident to me in his advice about running leading up to my first half marathon.



Ultimately if you want to learn to drive with a confidence that will serve you well beyond the test process and ultimately discover the joy of driving, then Phil is your man. Thanks again, mate, couldn’t have done it without you.





Cheers again, mate, see you soon.

This is an appreciative mum, saying many thanks for your belief in josh and getting him through, YES YOU are the best,i will be spreading the word to newby drivers, again, thanks

´Passing my driving test with my Dad as my instructor was really good because I was treated the same as every other student, and it didn´t feel weird to actually be learning with my Dad. When I was in the car, he was my instructor just like with everybody else. I always felt safe and at ease and I learned only the best because he´s such a good instructor. I honestly couldn´t have passed my test if it wasn´t for him! The good thing is that even though I´m his daughter, he wasn´t afraid of telling me when I did something wrong and areas that I needed to work on, just like another student. Definitely the best instructor/Dad ever! Thanks for everything, we did it together and we passed.´

If anyone were to ask me to recommend them a driving instructor then I’d tell them to contact Phil straight away. From the day I had my first lesson, I knew that I was comfortable learning under Phil’s instruction and that I would be taught at a professional level. Phil is extremely friendly and is there whenever you need to ask him about anything. I have thoroughly enjoyed driving with Phil and the excellent instruction I received was shown through my great result in my driving test. Thank you so much for the help you’ve given me Phil, all the best for the future

Phil has been an amazing driving instructor! I couldn´t of asked for anyone better.. he is so caring and would always drop me a text asking how i was during the week (which was nice) He made me feel at ease throughout every lesson and especially on the day of my test! I cant thank you enough Phil!! He gave me so much confidence with driving right from the beginning until right to the end and i really do appreciate it thank you so so much again Phil for everything you have done with me , i couldn´t of done it without you!

Emelie x

Cheers for everything Phil, I appreciate everything you have done for me, I honestly don’t think that I could have done half as good or passed my test first time if I had learnt with another driving instructor. Phil was so helpful throughout these past few months and he really does go the extra mile with teaching, and I would recommend him to anyone!



Thanks for everything, see you around J

Phil, I can´t thank you enough for how much you´ve helped me over these past 4 months. It´s been an absolute amazing experience and I wouldn´t have wanted to experience it with anyone else. You´ve always had faith in me and boosted my confidence when I needed it, which helped so much. You´ve always gone the extra mile to give help when I needed it, especially with my theory. You´ve not only been an amazing instructor, but you´ve always been a great friend. Your lessons have always put me in a good mood and made me smile throughout. I´d recommend you to anyone and I´ve honestly had such an amazing time. I´m going to miss our lessons and those lesson briefings popping into my inbox! Thank you so much for everything Phil, you´re fab! See you around!

Well what can I say! You are what I call a role model for driving instructors, I couldn´t of asked for anyone better. Being on time, having a laugh, help me improve by every lesson, excellent structure of lessons and evaluating the individual and giving feedback is all that a person would need to learn to drive. I would recommend you to anyone who are willing to give in the time and make the effort to drive as that´s all you ask for as it´s down to us as well as you!



Thank you so much Phil and hopefully see you around in my little blue Peugeot 107!

Well where to start ay Phil.

I have had a fun few months driving with you, I am sure you haven´t failed to make me smile every lesson.

You taught me with great patients and understanding whilst making the experience enjoyable.

Your emails after every lesson were helpful towards my theory test and practical test.

I know we struggled with me working everyday, it made it hard because I was always tired after work and then to do a 2hour lesson, some days it showed I was tired.



Nathan

Phil is a great driving instructor, his calm and focused approach really helped me take my first steps into driving, not only teaching you how to pass your test but also how to drive, you can tell the time and effort Phil puts in behind the scenes sending you reviews on your previous lesson and handouts which you can run over at home, it really shows that he wants you too pass just as much as you do.



Thanks,

Aaron

Well what can I say about Phil Shaw? Other than he is the godfather of all Driving Instructors. You wanna pass your driving test then Phil Shaw is your man that can. He cares about each and every student like they are a member of his family. He not only teaches you how to be a safe confident driver but why you should be doing it in the m.s.p.s.l. order, to enable you to become the perfect driver he has taught you to be. I don´t think I have ever met a man who is so passionate about his job. He is always there to help you. Whether it be to pass your theory test i.e test Pro, or a text at stupid o´clock about a question that has been niggling away at you. He always gets back to you a.s.a.p. If it wasn´t for Phil Shaw I would never have become the safe confident driver that I am today. So I want to say a massive thank you now Phil As not only did you do a good job at teaching me to drive but you also made it so much fun. I will cherish some if not all of my driving memories I have like when we saw a man on a bicycle with a parrot on his shoulder driving down towards Morrisons. Strange but true. lol . my only regret about passing my Driving test is that I won´t get to take driving lessons anymore with Phil.I gonna love ya and leave it here cause otherwise I could drown on forever but you already know there´s no shutting me up ay Phil lol Stay safe and stay true. your number 1 driving student Debra Millward x x x

´Phil is far more than just a driving instructor. You can tell he´s so passionate about teaching. I´m so pleased I chose Phil and would recommend him to anyone. He´s great at boosting the confidence of new drivers and totally believes in your abilities. If he can get me through a test, he can get anyone through a test :)

Phil is not only an exceptional driving instructor, he is also fantastic at inspiring confidence in his pupils.

I started off nervous after struggling to drive a car in the past, through patience and motivation Phil transformed me into a safe and sure-footed driver. His focus on improving hazard perception allows learners to easily understand and predict the dangers on the road. One of the most prominent aspects of his teaching technique is constant communication and feedback, on approach to junctions he will guide you through all the steps necessary to safely carry out the manoeuvre. As the lessons progress he holds back, allowing you to become accustomed to judging a situation by yourself.

Phil is also fantastic company in the car and available at any time via email or by phone.

I will miss the fun of the lessons and wish all his students the very best.

Thanks Phil.

Learning to drive with Phil has been a great experience, I always felt relaxed with him and he’s super easy to talk and calmed my nerves every time that I had a little panic. He was supportive in every way, from giving me useful tips for when I would be out on my own, dropping a text when I’d had a good lesson and even helping me sort out difficult situations I was facing away from driving! Phil went the extra mile that other friend’s instructors certainly didn’t, this included the lesson briefings after lessons and the theory test pro which was a great tool when preparing for my theory test. Phil is always so enthusiastic in the car and when I finally was able to do a left reverse he was just as over the moon as I was; to have someone that it there to encourage you as well has teach you to learn to drive has been incredible, Phil has so much passion for teaching and this really comes across in the car, he doesn’t just want to get you through your test, but give you the skills that will enable you to safely drive and drive well once you are out on the road on your own. The confidence that I have gained in my own ability, both in driving and other aspects have been down to the continued support Phil has given me since I began to drive with him the February. I can’t thank him enough for the vital skills that I have been taught and are helping me every time I go out in the car. Actually going to really miss lessons with Phil, despite the thrill of being able to now drive on my own. Thank you for everything Phil!!

Phil has been the best driving instructor ever. I have always felt that him teaching people to drive is more like his passion than his job, and every time you get something right for the first time such as a manoeuvre, he gets the same buzz as you do! He has always been supportive and encouraging and always taught me to believe in my ability to drive. Not only is he an amazing instructor, he is also someone you know you could talk to about anything because hes always there to listen and try to understand. The extra support outside of the lessons was also so helpful as he gives you a lesson briefing and handouts after every lesson which you can go over and reflect on, and the theory test pro helped me to pass my theory test first time! So thanks Phil for all the support and all the fun, miss you already!

Thank you to Phil on helping me pass my test, I really wouldn’t be the more confident driver I am today without him. From the start I was very nervous and his supportive and encouraging nature helped me to soon develop the confidence I needed on the road. Phil encouraged me to use the Theory test pro and I couldn’t have passed my theory test without it. It was a great interactive tool that Phil provides which was so helpful. Not only did he teach me how to pass my test, he taught me how to drive by understanding the affects of situations and reacting/solving problems, which I needed to use on my test! Every step of the way was a great laugh and I will miss him very much! I would recommend him to anyone, thank you Pass with Phil.

Phil is an absolute legend not only is he a fantastic instructor, he´s a great friend, he makes you feel comfortable whilst driving, as well as driving he also helps massively with driving theory stuff, going to miss the banter with him, again a really great instructor who goes over every aspect of driving. I wish you good luck for the future, and hope to bump into you soon but not literally!



Cheers for everything Phil its been great learning with you



Rob

Just like to say a big thanks to you Phil on helping me to pass my test, I could not of done it without you. I would recommend you to anybody you are great at your job and a credit to your profession, thanks again Phil and good luck for the future

I First started learning with Phil at the start of this year, he was recommended to me from a good friend of mine who is also learning with him. Phil is such a dude and he really cares for his learners when it comes to driving and person problems. Phil is very supportive and encouraging, whenever I had a bad day he would always cheer me up and make me believe that anything is possible. Iv really enjoyed learning with Phil his lessons have been the best and we have had such a laugh! Thanks for everything Phil. :D

George M. (Whaley Bridge)

I passed my test a year ago, but I had never been on the motorway before. I wanted a change from my last driving instructor and ending up finding Phil who I found to be much better. He helped me feel calm and seemed very professional as he gave me a booklet with information on it and said he gives his pupils one every lesson so they can form into a file which I thought was a great idea (my old instructor didn´t give me anything like that). He also showed up early and we finished slightly late which shows he gives each pupil 100%, I am going to recommend him to my friends and family.

Drivings brill with Phil.



I really enjoyed learning to drive with Phil. He is an encouraging supportive teacher who honestly cares about his learners. He is very dedicated and provides great support outside of lessons too. I found the structure of his lessons very clear, so I was continually aware of my progress. Phil is a nice guy and we had a good laugh during the lessons too; as happy as I am to have passed my test, I will miss having lessons!

Phil was the best driving instructor I´ve ever had, he gave me motivation and confidence I needed to drive, I´ve never met any instructor who is so dedicated to their pupils. He´s a lovely gentlemen who helped me pass my driving test! I would only recommend Phil for driving lessons, he´s just amazing!!

"I would recommend Pass with Phil to anyone, Phil is always really friendly, really helpful and great at building confidence. He´s quite simply one of the best teachers I´ve ever known, he helps you to learn in your own time, in your own way. I don´t doubt for a second that I wouldn´t have passed if it weren´t for him."

Learning to drive with Phil has been a fantastic experience. He is very supportive and really tries to boost your confidence whilst driving. He adjusts the lessons around what you want to do and what you need to work on. He also creates an email with an overview after every lesson, to help you focus your attention. He’s an involved and friendly teacher, who always arrives with a smile on his face. When it came to my theory test, Phil suggested we meet for tea and cake to run through the parts of the test I was unsure about, consequently I passed first time. Showing he always goes the extra mile! We always had a good laugh and can’t thank him enough. I’d recommend him to everyone!

I began driving with Phil in February after having a couple months driving with a previous instructor at the end of last year. I immediately found Phil’s teaching technique easy to understand and follow. I felt comfortable and confident in the car and began to enjoy driving a whole lot more!! My mum was friends with Phil previously which is how i found out about his driving school, (later i found a bunch of other people i knew had learnt to drive with him) He made me understand how and why things work in a car which allowed me to actually know what was actually going on when i was driving. He is friendly and is always able to answer any questions i had (however stupid they were!), i would defiantly recommend Phil to other people & will be doing!! I don’t think i would have passed so quick without him!

Learning to drive with Phil has been brilliant! He’s a great teacher and we had a lot of good laughs! He also focuses lessons on what you need to improve to get you ready for your test; and if you haven’t done your theory, get it booked because he’ll keep asking until you do 😄 the handouts and lesson overviews given after each lesson help you to know what you’ve done well and what to improve. All in all I couldn’t have picked a better instructor, thank you so much Phil!!

"If you are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic instructor then 100% Phil’s the man. Phil is reliable and always on time, your lesson will not be a boring one with Phil’s sense of humour and rubbish jokes:) He will ensure you keep on top of theory prep and won’t give up until you’ve passed it, this continues with your practical. Other instructors can be prone to drag out lessons but will draw you in with cheap prices however not Phil; paying that little bit more is well worth it and each lesson is productive and actually planned out. Phil will also take time to send over handouts and feedback from your lesson which is so helpful to identify what you need to improve on. Thanks Phil for everything! I’ll be back soon to have a motorway lesson :))"

"Learning to drive with Phil couldn’t have been a better choice, he also taught my sister and we would both recommend him without a doubt. Throughout the time I was learning to drive from my first lesson until my last Phil kept me motivated. He didn’t just teach me to drive, he made his lessons fun and entertaining and showed he cares more than just an instructor would. Phil is easy to get on with which makes you feel at ease from the beginning, I enjoyed every single lesson and looked forward to getting back in the car the week after. After every lesson Phil sends a lesson briefing, explaining what I did well and what I needed too look at for my next lesson. Phil can only be one of the best around, I can not recommend him enough!"

Learning to drive has been such a fun and memorable journey. It feels like yesterday since started my lessons in August, and even though I have never driven a car before I felt totally safe as Phil´s teaching methods are not over complicated which really helped me.

He never once panicked or raised his voice, and was always very positive and supportive while driving which helped my confidence grow faster. The lesson briefings that he sends after each lesson really helped me as he tells you what went well, what you need to practice on before the next lesson, and the plan for the next lesson. This helped me massively as I could go out and practice in my own car on the things I needed to practice. I don´t know any other instructor that does a lesson briefing and I think it shows how much Phil is passionate and dedicated about getting you to pass. The lessons themselves went really fast because time does fly when you´re having fun, and there was the right balance of learning and laughter (even though his jokes where terrible😂).

When I was doing my theory I found that his app really helped as he could monitor my progress and tell me what areas I really needed to focus on. A week before my theory test we had a lesson just on the theory which helped as I could ask all the questions I was struggling on and understand the answer rather than guess it... a week later I passed my theory first time. I really do consider Phil a friend and miss our lessons. After I failed my first test he didn´t let me give up or make me feel bad in anyway, he said I just needed to get back up go again, this positive outlook meant that less than two weeks later I had passed my test. I recommend Phil to everyone, and all really does give you 100% of his focus in the car. I can´t thank Phil enough for everything, he really is the best instructor and don´t think he truly knows how good he is.

"I was driving with Pass With Phill for just under 11 months. I was a very nervous driver at the beginning of our lessons as I had never even sat in the driving seat before, however not long after the first lesson I felt very safe and much more confident in what I was doing. Phil is a natural instructor and filled me with confidence from the very start! He has brilliant teaching methods that are easy to understand and doesn´t ever over complicate things, he takes the time and effort to send me lesson briefings after each lesson which really helped me in developing as a driver. He is also a great motivator as well as a friend. throughout all my time driving with Phil , he has not once panicked me or raised his voice in or out of the car. He´s Phil and even though I have passed I will always keep in contact with him. He is an amazing instructor and I wouldn´t ever recommend anyone else. After having a few set backs, Phil helped me to pass my driving test with only 4 minors! I cannot put into words how much this man has helped me as a driver and has also helped bring my confidence on as a person. I will always recommend him".

Learning to drive with Phil has been a massively enjoyable and rather hilarious experience on the whole. His manner of teaching is laid back, and his commitment to providing a positive experience has been worth every penny. Phil provided excellent value in his service: with emailed feedback after every lesson, handouts which break down manoeuvres into simple steps, and access to a theory practice site free of charge. His methods are incredibly thorough; you will never leave a lesson feeling confused, with Phil always ensuring that you feel confident in your understanding of the content.



Beyond simply learning to drive, Phil is a great laugh, I always found myself looking forward to the next lesson if for nothing but the chat! I will miss my weekly drive with Phil, I feel I’ve gained a great friend in my experience, since a Phil isn’t just for driving instruction, a Phil is for life! Although the drivers licence is a nice bonus too…



Thanks for all your support I’ve had a great time driving with you

My brother suggested Phil to me. Before I had the lessons, I was very nervous about driving but after the first few lessons I felt a lot more comfortable and that was because Phil had a very calm manor and stuck to the basics. Phil will give you lesson briefings each week which shows you which parts you did well and which parts need focus on. This really helped me understand what I need to do to become a better driver. Before any manoeuvre you do he goes over it showing you the best and the safest way to do the manoeuvre by drawing it out and showing you what you need to look out for when doing the manoeuvre. He is very patient and relaxed in the lessons so if you do make a mistake he will show you what went wrong. He gives out lesson handouts every week which make you more familiar and comfortable with manoeuvres and other parts to driving. In some of the handouts it shows you how to approach certain roads in Buxton for example Dukes Drive and other test routes. This helped me because when we came to the road I would know how to approach it and what steps to take to make sure that its done safely. He also helped me out massively with the theory because he creates an account for you on a theory website which allows you to complete mock tests and helps you learn the theory side to driving. Thanks again Phil.

Phil was recommended to me by a friend who claimed that he was friendly, efficient and an all around good instructor. She was not wrong. After my first lesson I felt completely at ease and much more confident than I had expected, my confidence grew more and more with each lesson and I improved quickly. After each lesson Phil would email me a briefing which I would read over before the next lesson and he would always reply to my texts within about an hour. I don’t know anyone else who has such an efficient and reliable instructor, Phil never cancelled a lesson and always tried to stretch out the money in a way that I would benefit from. Towards my practical test date Phil was really supportive and he made me feel calm. Because of Phil, I passed my practical test first time after only four months of driving. Don´t think twice about having Phil as your instructor, he is the best. I’m sure a lot of other people will tell you the same too.

Phil has been a brilliant driving instructor. He gives clear instructions and his calm manner puts you at ease. He’s very reliable- always on time and never cancelled a lesson. I received a post lesson briefing after each lesson which detailed what went well and what I needed to improve which gave some structure to my lessons. He also sent me handouts which I found really useful to keep on top on things between lessons. He knew I needed to pass my test as quickly as possible, and was very flexible when driving test cancellations came up. Thank you Phil!

I was recommended to Phil from friends that had previously learnt with him. From my very first lesson I felt at ease and comfortable to ask any questions. He was fun, helpful and patient, this really helped me enjoy and look forward to lessons. Phil gave great handouts and briefings after lessons to let me know what I did well and what I could improve on. He was always on time and kept me up to date with plans and timings. I´m so glad I picked Phil as it lead me to feel nice and prepared for my practical as well as being a massive help with my theory. So if you´re looking for a safe, fun and friendly driving instructor, Phil is definitely the one!

Thanks so much!!

I got introduced to Pass with Phil from friends of mine, that had already been taking lessons with him, and I must say that he did not disappoint. Such a comfortable learning environment, not just a ´teacher´ or an ´instructor´ but also a friend. Pass with Phil also helps with so many other things, such as your theory test! Don´t hesitate to ask him for extra help with this or your driving test, as he´s always more than happy to help. I don´t have one bad thing to say about him as an instructor or as a person. I would 100% definitely recommend his service to any friend of mine that´s looking for an instructor for driving lessons. He also provides extra help through the use of apps on his iPad when leading driving basics, and also weekly emails and handouts as an extra bonus. Definitely worth more than the money!

After a rocky start with 3 different instructors a friend recommended pass with Phil and it was the best thing i did. Phil is brilliant, hes kind, patient and helpful. He explains things in a way that you understand.He never gets cross or shouts and he has time, not many driving instructors do. He is always a call or a text away which is fab when you dont understand a theory question with plenty of nice reminders to practise using a brill theory site provided. I always looked forward to my lessons each week learning the theory and general driving and monovers Phil made this fun which helped me settle and become more confident in my driving. Phil is reliable and never cancelled he has a brilliant method of teaching and if he can teach me he can teach anyone

Throughout life I tend to find all the old wives sayings tend to be true. If you buy cheap, you buy twice. Pass With Phil may be a little more expensive than other driving instructors, but the value you receive far out strips the cost. Along with the excellent lessons, you also get Amazing support to go with it. Emailed lesson de-brief, handouts to explain techniques further, free access to practice your theory, and most importantly, he´s always there at the end of the phone for a chat! No other instructor goes above and beyond like him, so save yourself money in the long run by spending a tiny bit more now. A student is only as good as its teacher.



Although I joined his list of many, many first time passes, I´m also a little disappointed. Our weekly drives were such fun, I´d be eagerly waiting for the next. Now thanks to Phil, not only have I gained a full driving licence, independence, but I´ve also gained a great friend.

After learning with Phil for 5 months, I recommend learning with him so much. Without fail, Phil made sure I had a lesson every week (no cancellations) and was never once late or unreliable in the slightest. Driving was made such a fun experience with no worries due to trusting Phil and being able to chill out whilst learning, I never felt I had one disastrous lesson as Phil would always make sure I understood everything thoroughly and that I was comfortable whilst driving! I couldn´t be happier with the 5 months I had whilst learning and I definitely wouldn´t have been as prepared as I was with both my practical and theory if I hadn´t chosen Phil as my driving instructor. Thanks phil ya legend.

I just wanted say a massive thanks to Phil for getting me thru my driving test and helping me pass first time, Phil is so relaxed and patient and even quite witty 😂, it was always fun to have my lessons and really looked forward to them, he made it feel like a breeze 👍🏻, he always has time to help you , and the feedback each lesson was really helpful, it really is the best thing I´ve done.

So if your looking for a great, lovely, safe driving instructor I really really recommend Phil he seriously is the best, 👍🏻👍🏻🚗

If you are thinking of learning to drive I would recommend Pass with Phil without a doubt. He made me feel so comfortable and confident with driving and taught me excellent tips and techniques especially to nail the manoeuvres (even when I used to have a mental block against the left reverse).



As well as being an amazing teacher Phil is also such a lovely person with a great sense of humour. I always enjoyed our lessons and will miss them even though I´m so pleased to have passed! He always has a story to tell every lesson and we had some great laughs!



Thankyou so much Phil!!!

Where do I even start .... so many laughs and tears especially after my car crash and if it wasn´t for you I think I´d of gave up then, but nope you kept me behind that wheel an told me I´ll pass. After 3 times of failing my test through stupid things each time today I walked away with 4 minors and a pass... I can´t thank you enough for the support you have gave me not just in my driving either but overall helping me overcome so much more barriers in general. You are a true star and a top instructor as you know I shout your number to everyone 🙈😂😂, thank you for everything and giving me and my princess the chance for adventure days ... gonna miss the banter lessons oh and them red lights which are green 🙈😂😂😂

thank you so much for everything Phil ...

"Pass With Phil is brilliant! Phil´s not just your instructor, he´s a friend too. He explains everything in a calm manner and never gets angry. My experience with Pass With Phil has been amazing and I´ve actually had fun learning to drive with him, he´s a brilliant guy and helped me to pass my test (and theory) first time! I´d definitely recommend Phil to all my friends! Thanks again for everything Phil!" X

I just passed my test first time today with the help of Phil.

I absolutely could not recommend him any more highly. After each lesson you get a briefing of what went well and what you need to focus on, which is brilliant as you know where you will be upto on the next lesson. I didn´t stop laughing the whole time every single lesson which makes the experience of learning so much more fun! It you want to learn how to drive safely but still enjoy it phil is your man!!

Well, right from the very start of driving with Phil he instantly puts you at ease, making you feel relaxed and comfortable whilst driving and having a laugh along the way. The most down to earth guy I know who is always willing to help with theory or questions which some instructors don´t do. I honestly can´t thank you enough for helping me pass my test it´s the best feeling ever. I´d recommend pass with Phil to anyone looking for driving lessons

"Pass with Phil was recommended to us by a friend and does exactly what he says ´Pass with Phil´. From the introductory meeting to introduce himself we knew it was the right choice. He guided me through the theory and made suggestions for extra revision allowing me to pass first time. His lesson briefings are great with feedback on what to practice and each lesson is fun and his enthusiasm gave me confidence. Phil becomes a friend and makes driving easy. Thanks for everything would recommend Phil to everyone."

"Learning with Phil was a great decision. The lessons are very relaxed and enjoyable, he teaches at a comfortable pace and you will feel no pressure whatsoever. He´s incredibly organised and will give you any help/advice you ask for. I don´t think i´d of passed already with any other teacher - learn with Phil!"

5 Star Phil! Phil has just seen my son Jamie through to gaining his licence. I cannot praise Phil enough and would recommend him to everyone without hesitation! As a parent I received emails every lesson, how things had gone, good and...well not so good. Even though I´ve not been in the car with Phil I know the word bad would not be used as he is so full of encouragement and positivity, his coaching skills with Jamie have been excellent to improve his driving after every lesson. Phil sent Jamie texts to remind him if he hadn´t done any theory practice as Phil could watch when he logged on to revise, all again through encouragement. Phil´s superb coaching and a true sense of what the individual needs of the candidate led to Jamie passing his Theory and Practical tests first time. I even pushed Jamie to take extra lessons the week before his test, Phil could have taken the money, however he said "No you don´t need them!" So honest Phil as well! I cannot praise Phil enough...he is an outstanding example of a driving instructor! So well done Jamie, and very very well done Phil

A friend recommended pass with Phil to me.



From the very first lesson Phil put me at ease. He is very patient, never shouts and explains everything so well. He´s funny too.



I can honestly say I looked forward to my lessons with Phil. He wasn´t just a driving instructor, he became my friend.



Thank you for everything and getting me through my theory and practical tests first time.

I chose Phil as my driving instructor because my sister (who passed first time with him) absolutely raved about him as a teacher and as a lovely, kind person. After passing my test with only 2 minor faults I can say that she was completely right! I started off a very nervous driver, but Phil always put me at ease and through his reassurance and confidence in me as a driver, I became confident in myself. Phil made driving lessons fun with his horrendous jokes and was never strict, as I know some instructors can be. He even turned mistakes into positives by helping me to learn from them, rather than worry about them. Phil made learning to drive a really positive and enjoyable experience for me and as a result I am confident in my skills as a safe driver and would say I have gained a friend. I would recommend Pass with Phil to anyone.

"I found Phil on a search for local driving instructors in Buxton, he had good reviews and seemed very professional so I got in contact and I am so glad I did! He messaged me back almost straight away and was very accommodating of my situation – I hadn’t driven for over two years and was nervous to get back behind the wheel. Phil sent me handouts over email to read before my lesson to refresh what I already knew and these helped massively, along with his unique style of teaching. Phil equips you with easy to learn tools for manoeuvres and driving in general and teaches in a calming and reassuring manner. He has made me feel a confident and safe driver and I know that he would be happy to help if I ever needed it again. I would recommend Pass With Phil to anybody! Thank you Phil"

A friend suggested Pass with Phil to me when I was struggling with another instructor. Driving wasn´t something I enjoyed and I would often return from a lesson unhappy and dreading the next one. With Phil however, the opposite is true; from the start he encouraged me, reassured me, and made me laugh to the point I actually looked forward to lessons.



Phil is very patient and explained any mistakes so that I understood why they happened and then how to correct them. His positive disposition stopped me dwelling on those mistakes so I could carry on and ultimately pass.



Phil sends out handouts summarising each lesson which are useful as they allow you to see where improvements can be made and reflect on them in preparation for the next lesson and the test.



Would 100% recommend him to anyone. Thank you for everything Phil!

You should all go with Phil! He´s a great instructor and I´m so glad I went with him, always a happy chappy and makes the lessons fun and enjoyable! The hand outs and lesson briefings are helpful and Phil will ensure your confident with driving and will go over things as many times as you need! Phil is a super star!⭐️

"Passed first time thanks to Phil !

He is very friendly and has a positive attitude to the lessons. We always stuck to the basics and ensured my driving was safe. His lesson handouts are very helpful as they tell you about how the lesson went that day and prepare you for your next lesson . Would definitely recommend him to anyone as he is a great instructor! Thanks Phil :)"

"Pass with Phil, has had such a wonderful, helpful and positive impact not only on my driving but my life. If you´re looking for supportive , understanding , enjoyable lessons, then I recommend Phil in every circumstance. Phil can adapt to anyone´s learning style, by demonstrations , handouts/leaflets and electronic games. This really helped me achieve my potential and achieve goals towards my driving , I don´t just know the physical parts to driving , I understand why I understand exactly why I am doing something. Phil is such an approachable , fun, caring instructor I wouldnt dare go with anyone else. I have had a wonderful experience , had fun along the way , and passed my test with 1 minor. Like I say if you´re after a supportive , educating, flexible friend and instructor , do not hesitate to give Phil a message. Absolutely fabulous , I´ll miss you Phil. 5 stars for sure"

"If you´re thinking of learning how to drive I would highly recommend Pass with Phil to anybody. His friendly, calm and positive attitude made my learning experience extremely enjoyable and pleasant. He offers immense support with both your theory and practical work by emailing you lesson briefings each week, helping you to identify what you´re doing well and what areas need improving. Phil has a great sense of humour, and although his jokes are shocking, he still managed to make me laugh multiple times during my lessons!! He is extremely reliable & organised and if you´re ever unsure about anything he´s always at the end of the phone to help you. Nothing ever seems like it´s too much trouble. I couldn´t recommend him enough, and although I´m extremely happy to have passed I do miss our lessons every week. Thanks again Phil!!!

"What can I say? Really friendly guy and makes you feel relaxed and safe throughout learning. Don´t think there was a moment I actually felt scared about driving with Phil, he always made sure it was safe to drive. Throughout learning to drive we did it safely, sticking to the basics and ensuring we were ready for the worst situations. He´s always really well prepared and up for anything, I highly recommend him as he is such a great teacher and lovely person to drive with, his jokes aren´t the best though! Easily give him 5 star for his teaching and friendliness."

"My driving lessons with Phil, never felt like a chore. His laid back, yet professional attitude made driving very enjoyable! Whenever I was nervous or uncertain about a situation, he always put me at ease. His good sense of humour, which usually left me in hysterics, made driving a delight and I used to look forward to my lessons every week. He is very patient and understanding which made bad situations less stressful and worrying. Even with my theory test, he offered great support and helped me learn from my mistakes which led me to pass on my first attempt.



Although I´m over the moon to be out on the roads, it´s safe to say I miss my lessons with Phil.



Overall, Phil is an excellent teacher who will always make you feel comfortable and confident with your driving which will lead you to the success of passing. I´d recommend him to anyone who is thinking of learning to drive. Thanks Phil :) "

"Phil is a very delightful person to know. My very first time driving was quite an achievement. Phil went through all the basics with me, and while it took a bit of time and patience I managed to get the hang of things. before I knew it the first few months went by and I started to improve and drive with confidence. I received plenty of handouts and advice which were really useful and helped me pass my theory first time aswell as preparing me for my driving test.



Phil never gave up on me and instead helped me increase my confidence for driving as well as improving my driving skills. I don´t think I could have done any better myself without having him to aid me. You cannot go wrong in any way as he tailors each lesson to a level suitable for you!



Finally he´s a very kind and outgoing individual. lessons were really fun and enjoyable and we shared plenty of stories and moments together. Highly recommended! Good luck to Phil & all future drivers."

" I would highly recommend Phil to anyone looking to learn to drive. After learning with a different instructor beforehand, I was told about Phil and booked lessons with him instead, and I´m very glad I did after passing first time thanks to his belief in me. The second I got in the car I was made to feel relaxed and very comfortable and was talked through every step of the way. He starts with the basics and works up, which massively helped to build my confidence. Always up for a laugh too which helps to ease the nerves! He treats everyones individual needs with a great deal of care and he´s always around if you have any questions or worries! Always looked forward to Tuesday morning drives, would definitely recommend! Thanks Phil!!

To anyone who is wanting to learn how to drive I highly recommend Phil. He is extremely friendly, welcoming and supportive. Most of all he is extremely hard working, he puts a great amount of effort into ensuring that you drive to the best of your ability, with handouts and lesson briefings his lessons are well prepared and helpful. From the first lesson you can see how much he loves his job and how much he cares about seeing his learners succeed.

Massive thanks Phil for teaching me how to drive and find my confidence ...!!!

So nice of my son Jake to write me a little review after passing his test on Monday. Thanks Jake :)



"It was very odd when i started to learn to drive with my dad sat next to me as my instructor, but that didnt mean i was treated differently, he was there to do his job and help young people to drive safely and pass their tests. Dad has always been demanding of his learners but offers support and advice on any worries or problems that you may have, he always calmed me down and told me i could do it, he is very motivating and im sure will help to teach many other learners to drive safely :) "

"I would highly recommend Phil to anyone wishing to learn to drive! He works very hard to ensure his learners feel confident when the time comes to take their test. With weekly handouts and lesson briefings after each lesson Phil makes it very clear where your strengths lie and what you need to work on to improve. From the first lesson you can really tell that Phil is very passionate about what he does and that he truly cares about each of his learners. Thank you so much for all your help in teaching me to drive and giving me that extra independence 😊!!"

" Choosing Phil to take driving lessons with was so easy, he is a calm, relaxed easy going guy who gets to know you as a person rather than just a number in his driving school.



After having 13 months of learning to drive, Phil eased me back onto the road, refreshing my memory and making all the lessons enjoyable.



He quickly picks up on your strengths and weaknesses, in time those weaknesses become your strengths.



I passed first time with Phil and recommend him to anyone who is looking to take lessons.

Where do I start? There are countless good things to say about ´Pass with Phil´ without a bad word to its name!

I first found out about Pass with Phil when I applied to take theory lessons during my first couple of weeks at college. It was about a month or two later that me and a friend took up the lessons provided and lo and behold, it was where I met ole Phil!



On our first driving lesson, I was very nervous with my anxiety going through the roof and Phil could see this due to my handling the car horribly down a fairly straight road in first gear! He didn´t tell me to ´shake it off´ or to ´try focus on something else´ but instead provided a sense of security that everything will be fine and nothing will go wrong as long as he was in the car besides me, he asked me to take my time and take deep breathes without rushing into it and it helped!

Phil is extremely good at his job and goes above and beyond his duty to help you succeed in driving. On any lesson he helps to break the nervousness and silence by distracting you and asking how you have been and what´s new in life before kicking straight into a lesson with you raring to go. Phil is extremely patient and doesn´t shout at all no matter how wrong you may go, he identifies your weak points (like a robot! 😉) and helps you learn to perfect them one by one. Phil also provides helpful handouts for you taking your theory test or driving test, these handouts contain very useful information about the road and the car itself (So go over them repeatedly because you´ll never hear the end of it!!!)

I would recommend Phil to absolutely anyone because let´s face it, he´s legend...wait for it...dary. Legendary!



To top all of that off, I would have to say "Thank you Phil for being a fantastic instructor, for boosting my confidence in driving, helping me pass both my Theory and Test and for having faith in me when I didn´t in myself. Y

Pass with Phil Driving School was recommended to me from a number of people. Phil calls round to the house before lessons to introduce himself and the car. The lessons are relaxed, a good laugh and nothing is rushed, allowing progress to be made at individual speeds making the experience more enjoyable.

Phil always emails a lesson briefing after every lesson, letting you know what went well, highlights areas to improve, a plan for your next lesson and home learning tasks via handouts on manoeuvres, road markings, etc.

The Theory Test Pro website was one of the most beneficial things for theory test preparation. It is a great help for highway code questions and hazard perception videos. Phil is able to keep track of your progress and suggest sections to focus on.

Phil is always contactable for any questions. I have loved every minute of learning to drive with Phil and I would recommend him to anyone wanting to learn to drive or improve their confidence behind the wheel. Phil teaches you drive, not just to pass a test.

Thank you very much for helping me to pass both my theory and practical first time, Rachael (The SuperStar) xx

I have known Phil since I was 6yrs old when he lived in France. I used to try and drown him in the



swimming pool; I am so glad I didn’t succeed as he would not have been able to help me pass both



my theory and practical driving tests first time.



Phil’s lessons are always fun and enjoyable, he is very friendly and funny, sometimes the



conversation can be completely random but this helps you to relax and makes the learning process



so much easier.



He is extremely patient and has a good way of correcting mistakes, always full of encouragement



and never critical.



Phil also took time out to help me with my theory prep and has an excellent theory help section on



his website.



After passing my test Phil took me on a motorway lesson as I was nervous about driving on a



motorway for the first time.



I chose Phil not just because he was a family friend but also because he has such an excellent



reputation and having been taught by him I now know why that is.



I would highly recommend Phil to any learner driver.

´Pass with Phil´ does exactly what it says on the tin!! My girlfriend recommended Phil to me after I struggled with other instructors, and with Phil´s help I passed the Theory Test, and the Practical Test 1st time!!



After lesson´s, without fail Phil will email you about how the lesson went, things to improve on & handout´s that help you understand how to drive safely. I would recommend Phil to literally anyone!



Phil is such a genuine guy who will help you with everything and will never beat around the bush, he´ll get you passed and on the road in no time at all! And even after you have passed Phil will still keep in touch to see how your progressing

I started with Phil not really knowing how to drive. But after a few lessons with him he showed me how easy it can be done. One of the most beneficial things I found with Phil was his Theory Test Pro website, it helped me quite a lot with my theory test allowing me to pass first time. Another would be his lesson briefings he sends after each lesson, he tells you what was good, what could be improved on and your overall progress. I would recommend Phil to anyone.



Thanks Phil!!!!

"I came to Phil quite a nervous driver and with quite a deadline to pass as a week after passing I moved away from Buxton very heavily pregnant! Phil was great... He made me feel relaxed and we always had a good laugh. Phil treats every driver individually and he planned lessons to suit me, knowing that I benefited more from having shorter, more frequent lessons. I would recommend Phil to anyone

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" I learnt to drive with Phil not long after I moved up to Buxton from Liverpool. I was very nervous as it was a completely different environment to drive in and I didn´t know the roads or area. Phil made my whole experience of learning to drive fun and exciting and I was always looking forward to our next lesson. Phil also sent over a review of each lesson we had together so I could see what I had done well on and what I needed to improve. This massively helped my whole learning to drive experience as I could go home and reflect on what I needed to work on. I enjoyed every second of learning to drive with Phil, he is supportive, friendly and we had such a laugh as well as getting me through my lessons and helping me to pass. I would always recommend Phil to both first time drivers or even drivers with experience. As well as a incredible teacher I have made a good friend. You will never have a dull lesson with Phil! "

I would 100% recommend Phil to anyone, he´s a top driving instructor and can get you through it all.

The best thing about Phil is how he makes you feel so at ease when driving, he puts no pressure onto you whilst driving what so ever and it really helps you with your confidence.

Phil will do anything he can to get you through both of your tests, theory and practical, I can´t put into words how great Phil was on lessons, especially coming up to my tests.

You´ll easily make a good friend with Phil but you´d struggle to find a better or more helpful instructor, best driving instructor around.



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"I learnt to drive with Phil after my sister passed with him first time. It was a great experience, he is always very patient and explains everything very well. He is always there for you if you need help with anything, especially when revising for your theory and he is only ever a phone call or text away. I passed both my theory and practical first time thanks to his excellent teaching. I would 100% recommend using Phil to any person wanting to learn to drive."

Passed 1st time!



Phil is an amazing instructor, he´s very patient, approachable and makes lessons fun. The briefings he sends about each lesson is so helpful and let´s you know what you need to improve on the next time.

He always manages to find time to help you with anything and is always at the other end of the phone for advice or a chat. His theory site is a massive bonus and he´s willing to give up time to help with questions too.

I never dreamed of passing 1st time, but phil made it possible with his enthusiasm and never let me think negatively.



So if you searching for a good instructor you´ve already found one!



Thank you so much phil!

I would recommend Phil to anyone! He makes learning to drive a lot of fun and he is really relaxed about everything. My first lesson, I was nervous about it all, but Phil brought out my confidence and independence to drive. So friendly, you can ask any questions or talk to Phil about anything. Becomes a good friend as well as a good instructor!



I have gone through a lot recently and no matter what, Phil was motivating me and helped me to pass! I cannot speak highly enough of how good Phils driving lessons are, definitely something I looked forward to each week!



Looking for a great driving instructor, look no further!

Can’t thank you enough Phil! Sure couldn’t have done it without you!!

" I can honestly say that learning to drive with Phil is one of the best choices I have ever made and I definitely couldn´t imagine learning with anyone else! Driving with Phil isn´t just a driving lesson every week and that´s your lot, its so much more! He goes above and beyond to help you from step one. His help with theory, handouts and lesson briefings are excellent and extremely helpful, all of which he does in his own time! Never during my driving lessons has he ever made me feel uncomfortable or made me do something I wasn´t capable of doing and the belief he has in his learners is genuinely heartwarming. Some days I may not have felt like driving and sometimes things were difficult and frustrating but having Phil beside me made everything a thousand times better. Not once did he ever shout if I did something wrong, he simply went over what I needed to change and helped me to perfect it! He is always full of conversation, great stories and amazing banter

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which is brilliant when you´re nervous as hell. Without a doubt every one of my lessons was enjoyable and I always looked forwarded to them. I´m so glad to have learnt with such a great, kind, helpful and amazing man who sure as hell knows how to do his job!!! I would 100000000000000% recommend Phil to anybody who is looking to start driving because you will honestly have a great time and make a friend for life! Words can´t explain how much i´m going to miss my lessons but I must use this pink license you allowed me to achieve!



I really cant thank you enough Phil. Thank you for putting up with my stubbornness and believing in me at times where I wanted to give up or scream and also thanks for putting up with all my stupid nervous habits. Keep doing what you´re doing because you´re an absolute star! See you around pal!

"Learning to drive with Phil has been nothing short of brilliant, I really enjoyed every lesson we had -

I would definitely recommend him to anyone wanting to learn themselves. His patience is outstanding, especially regarding theory tests and stupid mistakes. The support and motivation he

offers is fantastic, with the briefings he sends after each lesson telling you what went well and what you need to improve on. Phil is also extremely approachable helpful and always up for a laugh. I’d definitely give five stars, thanks so much, Phil"

I was extremely nervous and uninterested in learning to drive and only decided to try out a lesson as i felt that i really needed to learn for my independence. As soon as i got in the car for the first time everything changed. Phil puts you at ease straight away, he is so chilled and easy to get on with. Every lesson is full of laughs (and the occasional tear) but i know i looked forward to each lesson so much each week! The lessons are not easy and definitely push you but you never feel uncomfortable or over stressed.

Phil goes above and beyond to make sure you get the most out of the lessons, he sends you briefings after each session which tell you what went well and what you will be working on next time. He is always there 24/7 if you have any questions and is really approachable so you always feel that you can ask anything and not feel silly.

Phil also helps you with the theory test, he gives you access to a useful website on which he can monitor your results and will make time to help you if you are unsure of certain areas.

Phil gives 110% in everything, i am so glad i chose to learn with him and because of him i passed my theory and practical first time! I can not speak highly enough of him and would definitely recomend him to anyone!

Well where do I start? Phil is a legend in the making and clearly knows what he is doing. He has helped me so much to become a good driver and helped me pass my test 1st time. Phil is a man with lots of patience and is one of the most kind and genuine blokes around. If I was having a bad lesson or making mistakes he would never shout at you, he would just talk you through it and always tell you how the mistakes can be made better.

Phil isn´t short of any banter either haha, he does nothing but make you laugh for the duration of your lessons and he helps keep nerves away. He isn´t short of conversation and has many stories to tell.

Thank you so much for helping me pass my test but more importantly become a good and safe driver! I am very grateful for all the help you gave me and you really are a good man. I would definitely recommend people to take their lessons with Phil if you want to be a good driver.



Cheers mate! Stay safe and keep up the good work.

" I literally can not thank you enough for what you´ve done Phil Shaw!!!

The first time I got in a car with you I was nearly sitting on the passenger seat trying to avoid lorries

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I genuinely believed I´d never be a driver after the car crash I was in.

Brick by brick you built my confidence up with how patient and understanding you were. I might have been nervous but I always felt 100% safe with you in the car.

Thank you so so so much for being the instructor you are and helping me get my independence for the rest of my life!!





Legend! X

Phil was a great driving instructor and helped me to achieve my driving license. He makes lessons fun and always provides lots of notes and support to help you. 5 STARS!!!!!!

I don´t know where to start! Aha! I was such a nervous wreck when I first started that car up! I remember saying to you while up Harpur "I´m going to make this car move today?!" Aha you were so calm considering the amount of times I said "I can´t do it, I don´t like the sound the car makes, or sorry..." But we got there Phil! We finally did it! So thank you so much for everything you have done for me! Out with the green and in with the pink! X

Phil Shaw is an excellent driving instructor. He is friendly and easy to talk to, offers support and motivation to all his students. Really helped me pass my theory and I could not have passed my test without him. He has given me the confidence and the knowledge to be the best driver I can. So happy that I found such a great teacher

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Thank You Phil!!

I would recommend phil to anyone. I have really enjoyed learning to drive with phil over the past few months. I had such a good laugh in lessons and any mistakes i made along the way was always turned into a positive and phil gave me the motivation and self - belief i needed to drive and pass my test first time. Thanks for everything Phil!

Wow I passed 1st time...this is without doubt because I had the best driving instructor ever! Phil is very friendly, patient, informative, encouraging, motivating and most of all he makes driving lessons fun!



Week on week my confidence grew and grew, Phil made me believe I could do it. ( and I did 😄!)



The learning doesn´t stop after the driving lesson, Phil sends you lesson briefings and handouts with all the information needed to help you pass your theory and driving test. (And texts to remind you to look at them!)



If you are looking for a driving instructor...look no further!

Phil is Recommended 100 %!



Thanks Phil!



Nathan

What can I say, I can´t thank Phil enough for helping me through my driving over the last 4 months. I remember my very first lesson back in April and I knew from the first five minutes in the car I´d made the right decision. He had so much patience with me when other instructors would get frustrated. There were times when I would get annoyed and didn´t want to do it anymore but he helped me believe in myself and coached me through everything constructively rather than making me feel useless. Phil knew when to be serious but also have a laugh at the same time, I never once dreaded my driving lessons, I always looked forward to them. I am genuinely sad that I won´t have driving lessons to look forward too but I´m extremely grateful that I have my independence now. I will miss you getting mad at me for turning the wheel the wrong way during left reverse or looking at the gear stick

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thank you once again for helping me achieve my goal.



I highly recommend him to anyone who is considering learning to drive in the future

I was never interested in driving and could never find an instructor that I felt like I could sit it a car comfortably with; it wasn´t for months after my 17th that I was hearing all these goods things about Phil off other people he´s taught; encouraging me to give him a ring and see for myself. Just by him coming round and meeting me and telling me what he was about before me getting in a car with him made me feel so much more comfortable and I knew immediately he was the right instructor for me. I´d never even turned a car on before my first lesson and I don´t think any one else could have made me feel as comfortable and relax my nerves as much as Phil did. Every time I had a bad lesson and lost my confidence, Phil helped me to build it back up and even when I failed my test the first time, he reassured me that I was a good driver and that I was capable of doing it, which then led to me passing just 2 weeks after. I couldn´t have done it without Phil´s help and I would recommend him to anyone. He´s ace! Thank you so much for all your help and patience, especially helping me turn the wheel in the many occasions where I forgot to.



I always looked forward to our lessons and will definitely miss them. Thank you again

x

Phil is a great driving instructor. He will always be there to help you and he especially helped me with my confidence. I´d recommend him to anyone, as well as being a good driving instructor he is also a great person. Thanks Phil.

"I would like to take a moment to thank Phil, not only one of the nicest people you could ever meet but the best driving instructor in the world!



When choosing a driving instructor I was always worried what it would be like. Would they shout at you? Would they be mad if you couldn´t get something right? I have to say I chose the calmest and patient driving instructor and so should you! I spent most lessons laughing and smiling, and couldn´t wait to get driving again the following week. Even on bad days he would never complain or get annoyed, despite me having a breakdown over parallel parking!



Phil was great from start to finish, from the moment I first moved the car 2 metres and screamed with excitement to the nervous wreck taking my test.



I´ve always found it hard to learn by being told things and preferred to take a more ´hands on´ learning method. Phil respects each and every one of his learners learning skills and adapts every single lesson. He had the patience of a saint trying to explain the same manoeuvres over to me again and again. He then continued to have the patience when I didn´t understand the theory test. He took the time and we sat through it and after 1 hour I was able to see where I was going wrong and suddenly the hardest thing In the world seemed so simple!



Lessons with Phil were always jam packed full of information and fun. Whether it´s learning something new or just perfecting and practising that manoeuvre giving you the confidence when passed to get it right every single time.



To summarise, Phil isn´t a guy that just teaches you to pass your test, he teaches you to drive. Believe me there´s a big difference. He will go the extra mile for anyone and will do whatever he can to help you always in a professional but fun manner! I have even had the confidence now to take on a driving job, only a couple of months after passing. I couldn´t recommend Phil more.

"I´m so sorry this is so late, since passing I have been out driving so much, it slipped my mind.

That just shows that Phil taught me how to drive not just to pass my test. Phil is the best driving instructor I could have asked for.

I´m a very stubborn girl, and was very close to giving up at one stage, Phil showed me that I was a good driver and that I shouldn´t let the nerves get the better of me.

He put up with all my moods and moans when I didn´t want to do parallel parks.

He showed me how fun driving is and what a great experience it is.

I don´t think I would have enjoyed driving as much if it wasn´t for such a fantastic teacher.

Never once did he raise his voice to me, even if I messed up completely. Every lesson we had was a laugh and so laid back, it didn´t even feel like one.

I always looked forward to our lessons each week and I´ll be sad not to be having them anymore.

I couldn´t thank you anymore Phil! I am so grateful for having such a brilliant instructor.

Just remember, when those indigo reverse lights come in, I told you so lol x x "

Thank you Phil for helping me pass my test.. 1st time! I started my driving experience back in November and unfortunately made the mistake of being too keen and taking the 1st instructor that came along! I had liked Phil’s page and watched all the positive updates while I was suffering with my instructor shouting at me and draining my confidence.

After 56 hours enough was enough and I got in contact with Phil. I arranged to do an intense manoeuvres lesson 2 weeks before I had my test booked. I couldn´t believe the change in respect. He had all the time in the world for me.. Within that 3 hours I could finally reverse around a corner and parallel park!! After big discussions I told Phil I could not carry on my driving with my old instructor. I´d of been setting myself to fail. With a struggle Phil made the space for me to learn with him.. I cancelled my test and carried on driving with Phil for the next 5 weeks. I was a nervous wreck! In my head I couldn´t and wouldn´t do it! Phil reassured me and boosted my confidence. Within my 2nd lesson with him we was laughing and joking and driving didn´t seem so scary. Everything fitted into place.

I no longer had to put up with shouting! Something I wasn´t use to! With a few tears along the way Phil fully prepared me to take my test. He ensured I had all the handouts I needed ready for the big day.. He was always on hand, be it text, phone, Facebook or in person for any worries I had before test day.. He reassured all negatives and turned them into positives. .. NO BODY turns up to his lessons with self disbelief! ! I took Phil along on my driving test as a friendly face. He reassured me that I would nail my driving test.. I came out with 3 minors and a PASS.. Phil helped me join the club of 1st time pass on both driving test and theory :)



So to sum it all up.. Phil is the only driving instructor around that I would recommend. He can accommodate for even the worst of self-confid

"Thank you Phil for helping me pass first time. You really helped me gain the skills needed to be a good driver. I always looked forward to my driving lessons as you made them fun, you made me feel comfortable and I really enjoyed myself.



I unfortunately failed my theory first time with my first driving instructor. I then went with Phil and he taught me everything you need to know for your theory test and I passed straight away. It was all down to Phil´s good teaching and I am very grateful.



Phil always kept cool, calm and collective whenever I made a mistake and when I needed to improve something. He would always tell you politely and re-assure you and help you to improve.



I would highly recommend Philip, he is the best instructor anyone could experience, have a good laugh and just enjoy their time driving.



I am going to miss my lessons with Phil, I will never forget anything you have taught me and always stay safe. I cant thank you enough for helping me achieve my goal. Thank you so much, I will miss you "

"Phil is without a doubt the best instructor to learn to drive with. He has all the patience in the world, and puts everything into teaching people to drive safely and with confidence. Everything I have learned is down to Phil! I would never have passed my theory, or my driving test without all his help.



He is always there whether you need a chat or help with theory questions! There are so so many nice things I could say about Phil, but I think it would be hours worth of typing!



I have never once walked away from a lesson feeling disappointed about mistakes I have made as Phil shows you in a patient and friendly manner where you have gone wrong and how to improve it, and makes something negative into something positive. Every lesson, I have had a great laugh! I´m kinda sad that I won´t be driving with Phil anymore, but I´ll never forget anything he has taught me! Thanks Phil! I´ll miss Ya! X

I just wanted to take this moment to extend a heartfelt thank you to Phil, whom, - whether he realises it or not, - has really helped me in overcoming my fear of driving. Nonetheless, at thirty-five years of age I have been putting this moment off for eighteen years now. Under his expert guidance I passed my test yesterday, and over these last few months I can’t fully put into words the feeling of self-confidence he has instilled in me. That is to say, not only is Phil extremely practical in his tutelage, he is also very intuitive with an easy-going and positively charged manner. There is something of the optimist in him and it is highly contagious, - even for somebody as naturally downbeat as myself!

To summarise though, I have had three other instructors over the years and I can say without hesitation, that Phil is a good head and shoulders above them in every respect. It is sometimes difficult to find a good instructor, as ultimately, it is always a shot in the dark. However, to find a ‘great’ instructor is plain lucky. Phil is a ‘great’ instructor, and I couldn’t rate him more highly if I tried. Thanks again Phil, it has been a real privilege.

"Phil is a wonderful driving instructor who taught me many skills that I needed throughout my time learning driving. I would recommend Phil to absolutely anybody, there are so many nice things I could say about Phil; he is so easy to get along with, and he really makes you feel relaxed and comfortable. Phil never failed to make me laugh each lesson. Phil was brilliant with helping me with my Theory; he gave me constant feedback and encouragement, and really goes the extra mile for you. Phil most of all has really helped me with my confidence. I passed my Theory Test and Practical Test first time round, I really could not have done it without Phil and his support. Phil is such a fantastic Driving instructor; I really loved every driving lesson. Thanks again! X

Mahatma Ghandi and the Dalai Lama are both men well known for their patience, but even these two would have struggled with me as their student. Not Phil though, he has patiently guided me from a stage of abject horror at the thought of driving to a point where not only have I passed my driving test, but also am confident in my ability as a well-rounded and, above all, safe driver.



Not only has Phil been the sole catalyst in the process of my development from non-driver to confident full licence holder, through learning with him I feel I have gained a good friend. He doesn’t just care about you as a driver he cares about all of his students as people, something evident to me in his advice about running leading up to my first half marathon.



Ultimately if you want to learn to drive with a confidence that will serve you well beyond the test process and ultimately discover the joy of driving, then Phil is your man. Thanks again, mate, couldn’t have done it without you.





Cheers again, mate, see you soon.

This is an appreciative mum, saying many thanks for your belief in josh and getting him through, YES YOU are the best,i will be spreading the word to newby drivers, again, thanks

´Passing my driving test with my Dad as my instructor was really good because I was treated the same as every other student, and it didn´t feel weird to actually be learning with my Dad. When I was in the car, he was my instructor just like with everybody else. I always felt safe and at ease and I learned only the best because he´s such a good instructor. I honestly couldn´t have passed my test if it wasn´t for him! The good thing is that even though I´m his daughter, he wasn´t afraid of telling me when I did something wrong and areas that I needed to work on, just like another student. Definitely the best instructor/Dad ever! Thanks for everything, we did it together and we passed.´

If anyone were to ask me to recommend them a driving instructor then I’d tell them to contact Phil straight away. From the day I had my first lesson, I knew that I was comfortable learning under Phil’s instruction and that I would be taught at a professional level. Phil is extremely friendly and is there whenever you need to ask him about anything. I have thoroughly enjoyed driving with Phil and the excellent instruction I received was shown through my great result in my driving test. Thank you so much for the help you’ve given me Phil, all the best for the future

Phil has been an amazing driving instructor! I couldn´t of asked for anyone better.. he is so caring and would always drop me a text asking how i was during the week (which was nice) He made me feel at ease throughout every lesson and especially on the day of my test! I cant thank you enough Phil!! He gave me so much confidence with driving right from the beginning until right to the end and i really do appreciate it thank you so so much again Phil for everything you have done with me , i couldn´t of done it without you!

Emelie x

Cheers for everything Phil, I appreciate everything you have done for me, I honestly don’t think that I could have done half as good or passed my test first time if I had learnt with another driving instructor. Phil was so helpful throughout these past few months and he really does go the extra mile with teaching, and I would recommend him to anyone!



Thanks for everything, see you around J

Phil, I can´t thank you enough for how much you´ve helped me over these past 4 months. It´s been an absolute amazing experience and I wouldn´t have wanted to experience it with anyone else. You´ve always had faith in me and boosted my confidence when I needed it, which helped so much. You´ve always gone the extra mile to give help when I needed it, especially with my theory. You´ve not only been an amazing instructor, but you´ve always been a great friend. Your lessons have always put me in a good mood and made me smile throughout. I´d recommend you to anyone and I´ve honestly had such an amazing time. I´m going to miss our lessons and those lesson briefings popping into my inbox! Thank you so much for everything Phil, you´re fab! See you around!

Well what can I say! You are what I call a role model for driving instructors, I couldn´t of asked for anyone better. Being on time, having a laugh, help me improve by every lesson, excellent structure of lessons and evaluating the individual and giving feedback is all that a person would need to learn to drive. I would recommend you to anyone who are willing to give in the time and make the effort to drive as that´s all you ask for as it´s down to us as well as you!



Thank you so much Phil and hopefully see you around in my little blue Peugeot 107!

Well where to start ay Phil.

I have had a fun few months driving with you, I am sure you haven´t failed to make me smile every lesson.

You taught me with great patients and understanding whilst making the experience enjoyable.

Your emails after every lesson were helpful towards my theory test and practical test.

I know we struggled with me working everyday, it made it hard because I was always tired after work and then to do a 2hour lesson, some days it showed I was tired.



Nathan

Phil is a great driving instructor, his calm and focused approach really helped me take my first steps into driving, not only teaching you how to pass your test but also how to drive, you can tell the time and effort Phil puts in behind the scenes sending you reviews on your previous lesson and handouts which you can run over at home, it really shows that he wants you too pass just as much as you do.



Thanks,

Aaron

Well what can I say about Phil Shaw? Other than he is the godfather of all Driving Instructors. You wanna pass your driving test then Phil Shaw is your man that can. He cares about each and every student like they are a member of his family. He not only teaches you how to be a safe confident driver but why you should be doing it in the m.s.p.s.l. order, to enable you to become the perfect driver he has taught you to be. I don´t think I have ever met a man who is so passionate about his job. He is always there to help you. Whether it be to pass your theory test i.e test Pro, or a text at stupid o´clock about a question that has been niggling away at you. He always gets back to you a.s.a.p. If it wasn´t for Phil Shaw I would never have become the safe confident driver that I am today. So I want to say a massive thank you now Phil As not only did you do a good job at teaching me to drive but you also made it so much fun. I will cherish some if not all of my driving memories I have like when we saw a man on a bicycle with a parrot on his shoulder driving down towards Morrisons. Strange but true. lol . my only regret about passing my Driving test is that I won´t get to take driving lessons anymore with Phil.I gonna love ya and leave it here cause otherwise I could drown on forever but you already know there´s no shutting me up ay Phil lol Stay safe and stay true. your number 1 driving student Debra Millward x x x

´Phil is far more than just a driving instructor. You can tell he´s so passionate about teaching. I´m so pleased I chose Phil and would recommend him to anyone. He´s great at boosting the confidence of new drivers and totally believes in your abilities. If he can get me through a test, he can get anyone through a test :)

Phil is not only an exceptional driving instructor, he is also fantastic at inspiring confidence in his pupils.

I started off nervous after struggling to drive a car in the past, through patience and motivation Phil transformed me into a safe and sure-footed driver. His focus on improving hazard perception allows learners to easily understand and predict the dangers on the road. One of the most prominent aspects of his teaching technique is constant communication and feedback, on approach to junctions he will guide you through all the steps necessary to safely carry out the manoeuvre. As the lessons progress he holds back, allowing you to become accustomed to judging a situation by yourself.

Phil is also fantastic company in the car and available at any time via email or by phone.

I will miss the fun of the lessons and wish all his students the very best.

Thanks Phil.

Learning to drive with Phil has been a great experience, I always felt relaxed with him and he’s super easy to talk and calmed my nerves every time that I had a little panic. He was supportive in every way, from giving me useful tips for when I would be out on my own, dropping a text when I’d had a good lesson and even helping me sort out difficult situations I was facing away from driving! Phil went the extra mile that other friend’s instructors certainly didn’t, this included the lesson briefings after lessons and the theory test pro which was a great tool when preparing for my theory test. Phil is always so enthusiastic in the car and when I finally was able to do a left reverse he was just as over the moon as I was; to have someone that it there to encourage you as well has teach you to learn to drive has been incredible, Phil has so much passion for teaching and this really comes across in the car, he doesn’t just want to get you through your test, but give you the skills that will enable you to safely drive and drive well once you are out on the road on your own. The confidence that I have gained in my own ability, both in driving and other aspects have been down to the continued support Phil has given me since I began to drive with him the February. I can’t thank him enough for the vital skills that I have been taught and are helping me every time I go out in the car. Actually going to really miss lessons with Phil, despite the thrill of being able to now drive on my own. Thank you for everything Phil!!

Phil has been the best driving instructor ever. I have always felt that him teaching people to drive is more like his passion than his job, and every time you get something right for the first time such as a manoeuvre, he gets the same buzz as you do! He has always been supportive and encouraging and always taught me to believe in my ability to drive. Not only is he an amazing instructor, he is also someone you know you could talk to about anything because hes always there to listen and try to understand. The extra support outside of the lessons was also so helpful as he gives you a lesson briefing and handouts after every lesson which you can go over and reflect on, and the theory test pro helped me to pass my theory test first time! So thanks Phil for all the support and all the fun, miss you already!

Thank you to Phil on helping me pass my test, I really wouldn’t be the more confident driver I am today without him. From the start I was very nervous and his supportive and encouraging nature helped me to soon develop the confidence I needed on the road. Phil encouraged me to use the Theory test pro and I couldn’t have passed my theory test without it. It was a great interactive tool that Phil provides which was so helpful. Not only did he teach me how to pass my test, he taught me how to drive by understanding the affects of situations and reacting/solving problems, which I needed to use on my test! Every step of the way was a great laugh and I will miss him very much! I would recommend him to anyone, thank you Pass with Phil.

Phil is an absolute legend not only is he a fantastic instructor, he´s a great friend, he makes you feel comfortable whilst driving, as well as driving he also helps massively with driving theory stuff, going to miss the banter with him, again a really great instructor who goes over every aspect of driving. I wish you good luck for the future, and hope to bump into you soon but not literally!



Cheers for everything Phil its been great learning with you



Rob

Just like to say a big thanks to you Phil on helping me to pass my test, I could not of done it without you. I would recommend you to anybody you are great at your job and a credit to your profession, thanks again Phil and good luck for the future

I First started learning with Phil at the start of this year, he was recommended to me from a good friend of mine who is also learning with him. Phil is such a dude and he really cares for his learners when it comes to driving and person problems. Phil is very supportive and encouraging, whenever I had a bad day he would always cheer me up and make me believe that anything is possible. Iv really enjoyed learning with Phil his lessons have been the best and we have had such a laugh! Thanks for everything Phil. :D

George M. (Whaley Bridge)

I passed my test a year ago, but I had never been on the motorway before. I wanted a change from my last driving instructor and ending up finding Phil who I found to be much better. He helped me feel calm and seemed very professional as he gave me a booklet with information on it and said he gives his pupils one every lesson so they can form into a file which I thought was a great idea (my old instructor didn´t give me anything like that). He also showed up early and we finished slightly late which shows he gives each pupil 100%, I am going to recommend him to my friends and family.

Drivings brill with Phil.



I really enjoyed learning to drive with Phil. He is an encouraging supportive teacher who honestly cares about his learners. He is very dedicated and provides great support outside of lessons too. I found the structure of his lessons very clear, so I was continually aware of my progress. Phil is a nice guy and we had a good laugh during the lessons too; as happy as I am to have passed my test, I will miss having lessons!

Phil was the best driving instructor I´ve ever had, he gave me motivation and confidence I needed to drive, I´ve never met any instructor who is so dedicated to their pupils. He´s a lovely gentlemen who helped me pass my driving test! I would only recommend Phil for driving lessons, he´s just amazing!!

"I would recommend Pass with Phil to anyone, Phil is always really friendly, really helpful and great at building confidence. He´s quite simply one of the best teachers I´ve ever known, he helps you to learn in your own time, in your own way. I don´t doubt for a second that I wouldn´t have passed if it weren´t for him."