Testimonials from Castle Driving School Pupils

Over the years literally thousands of pupils have passed their driving test with Castle Driving School. Below are a few examples of the feedback we have received recently. If you learned to drive with Castle Driving School we'd love to hear from you! Contact us here or submit a testimonial, it doesn't matter when you passed, we'd love to hear from anyone who has passed during our 40+ years as Colchester's premier driving school.

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Couldn't have asked for a better learning experience. I was not only taught the skills of driving but also confidence and independance in a car. I passed within 8 months of learning and did not feel rushed at all, everything was done at a pace I was comfortable with. A massive thanks to Paul Turnbull. Have done and will continue to recommend him to many!

Megan Hutchings(Aged 17), Colchester

I cannot recommend Castle or my driving instructor Michelle more highly. From my initial phone call I knew I was dealing with a professional organisation. I started learning to drive a little later than most and was apprehensive about the whole experience. Thankfully Michelle is a superb instructor; her patience coupled with her sense of humour and vast experience meant that she put me at ease right from the start. Michelle explained the different techniques in a straight forward manner and was able to make me feel relaxed and confident. I past first time and firmly believe that if I had a different instructor this wouldn't have been the case. If you're thinking about learning to drive then don't hesitate to contact Castle and ask for Michelle.

Rebecca Haggerty(Aged 33), Colchester

Eddie the legend.

I started learning with Eddie on the 8th April 2012 after 10 years of being with many other instructors over the last 10 years and failing a number of test.

Eddie explained everything so clearly from the beginning and made me feel so confident & comfortable about driving. His dedication, the time and extra effort that he makes is second to none.

I finally passed my test on the 16th April 2012 (just 8 days after my first lesson)

Thank you Eddie

Mike Jameson(Aged 30), Colchester

Thank you very much to Michelle my driving instructor, it was thanks to her that I managed to pass my test first time with four minors. Her patience and helpful advice during my lessons helped me to gain confidence driving on the road and every lesson was something to look forward to and be enjoyed. Before my test Michelle helped me to see the test as a positive thing and an opportunity to show that I was a safe driver rather than something to be extremely nervous about, and, consequently I ended up enjoying my driving test. I couldn't recommend Castle enough, so thank you!

Gabriella Ortega (Passed in 2012 - Aged 17), Colchester

Before I learnt to drive I was scared about the whole experience and the responsibility. However after my initial lesson with Mick my fears vanished. He was a great teacher & instructor and made me feel very comfortable in the car. I did the course in 10 days and passed first time I'm able to drive for my new job. Brilliant

Joe Foster (Passed in 2012 - Aged 23), Colchester

Thanks to Paul and his experience with driving I was able to pass first time with the 12 day intensive course. Although you learn quite a lot in a short amount of time with the help provided you become a more confident driver in no time. I'm so glad I did it, it's definitely worthwhile.

Lilith Holdsworth

I have just passed my driving test first time after spending a week doing an intenstive course with Castle.

It was really good and my instructor Mick was great - I didnt think I would enjoy it but he made it really easy and the days flew by. Thanks Mick!

India Whyte (Passed in 2012 - Aged 21), Colchester

My name is Ben and I passed my test with Castle Driving School with 2 minor errors. I could not recommend a better driving school to do an intensive course with. It was very structured and my driving instructor Paul informed me of my mistakes and how to improve the way I drove. My intensive course lasted 8 days over the Half Term in February and they were very flexiable to work around my work days. They sorted out mock tests for me at which I got feedback on things to improve on and they organised my test date, at which point I felt fully prepared. If you have never driven before, want to pass your test in 2-3 weeks and have the cash in hand, I definately recommend to do an Intensive Driving Course with Castle Driving School.

Ben Holness (Passed in 2012 - Aged 17), Colchester

Before starting my intensive course with Paul, I had completely lost confidence in my driving ability. In just 4 days my instructor managed to boost my confidence and helped me to develop my skills. The lessons were structured, and we focussed on my weak points. I passed on day 5 and I AM SO OVER THE MOON! Thank you! I would STRONGLY recommend an intensive course with Castle driving school :)

Sarah Pingiori (Passed in 2012 - Aged 22), Colchester

My daughter had several instructors before I called castle driving school. She had lost so much confidence but this was quickly regained and passed quickly.

At aged 17 she learned more in two weeks than she had in four months with other schools.

As a parent, I would recommend this company. I felt my daughter was in safe hands.

Evelyn Hicks (Passed in 2011 - Aged 17), Tiptree