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1st Gear Driving School
1st Gear Driving School
1st Gear Driving School
10+ YEARS IN TBR
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1ST GEAR DRIVING SCHOOL

(5.0 Score)
18 Grenadine Close, Torquay TQ2 7GN, UK Directions

Since 1998

Speciality:

✓ Manual Lessons ✓ Automatic Lessons ✓ Weekly or Intensive Lessons ✓ Refresher Driving Lessons ✓ Pass Plus ✓ Motorway Lessons ✓ Nervous Driver Course ✓ Mock Tests ✓ Instructor Training

“1st Gear Driving School has instructors who have practised the new grading system A or B, and they are pleased to announce they have grade A instructors. Graham Woodcock established the school. They have grown into a large company based in the South Devon area. Their instructors are A Grade 6 (6 being the highest grade). One-day driving courses, weekly driving lessons and intensive driving courses are available. The school prides itself on providing exceptional service to pupils learning to drive by using driving instructors handpicked for their reliability, patience and good timekeeping. All their cars are modern, fully equipped with dual controls, and they remain competitively priced.

2025 Update: 1st Gear Driving School continually updates their teaching methods, as outlined by the DVSA (Driving & Vehicle Standards Agency), to provide the most up-to-date standard of tuition in the area.”

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Registration 225208

Price:

STANDARD LESSONS
First 2 Hours per Hour £5.00
Single Hour £44.00
6 Hours per Hour £42.00
9 Hours per Hour £42.00
One Day Intensive Essential Skills Day £320.00
INTENSIVE COURSES
Assessment Lesson (1½ Hours) £44.00
10 Hour Course £420.00
20 Hour Course £840.00
30 Hour Course £1260.00

Contact:

01803 310141 07966 475 429

Mon-Sun: 8am - 9pm

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Christine’s School of Motoring
Christine’s School of Motoring
Christine’s School of Motoring
3+ YEARS IN TBR
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CHRISTINE’S SCHOOL OF MOTORING

(4.9 Score)
Torquay & Surrounding Areas, Torquay TQ4 7DA, UK

Since 1992

Speciality:

✓ Driving Instructor Training ✓ Block Booking ✓ Manual Lessons ✓ Automatic Lessons ✓ Off-Road Driving Tuition ✓ Refresher Courses ✓ Pass Plus

“Christine’s School of Motoring aims to provide both new and experienced drivers with excellent service, helping them pass their tests and develop safe driving habits for life. The school offers male and female instructors for manual and automatic driving lessons. At Christine’s School of Motoring, the instructors focus on helping you become a confident, safe driver in a relaxed and enjoyable learning environment. They pride themselves on being reliable, patient, and caring about your driving progress. In addition to lessons, Christine’s School of Motoring is a DVSA ORDIT-registered Driving Instructor Training School. Special offers are available for students and block bookings in Exeter, Torbay, Newton Abbot, and Totnes.

2025 Update: When you purchase 10 or more hours online, you receive free access to the Driving Test Success website.”

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Price:

AUTOMATIC TUITION
Standard Rate per hour £42.00
Standard Rate (1.5 hours) £63.00
Student Rate per hour £41.00
Block Booking (5 hours, £41.00 per hour) £205.00
Block Booking (10 hours, £40.00 per hour) £400.00
Block Booking (20 hours, £40.00 per hour) £800.00
Pass Plus with Loyalty Voucher £270.00
Pass Plus without Loyalty Voucher £300.00
Off Road Driving 2 Hours £110.00
Off Road Driving 4 Hours £220.00
Off Road Driving 6 Hours £330.00
Off Road Driving 8 Hours £440.00
Off Road Driving 10 Hours £550.00

Contact:

0330 133 7844 07730 094525

Mon-Fri: 9am - 6pm
Sat: 9am - 12pm
Sun: Closed

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Williams Driving School
Williams Driving School
Williams Driving School
10+ YEARS IN TBR
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WILLIAMS DRIVING SCHOOL

(4.9 Score)
4 Cary Park Road, Torquay TQ1 3PU, UK
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Since 2001

Speciality:

✓ Intensive Driving Lesson ✓ Manual Driving Lesson ✓ Automatic Driving Lesson ✓ Road Test ✓ Refresher Lesson ✓ Driving Lessons for Learner Drivers ✓ Instructor Training Courses ✓ Motorway Lesson ✓ Fleet Training

“Williams Driving School is owned by Dave Williams. All driving instructors teaching in Torquay have been DBS-checked for the safety of their clients. The school has been offering driving lessons in Torquay for many years and has established a reputation as the premier driving school in the surrounding area. Their male and female instructors provide top-notch driving lessons. Williams Driving School's manual and automatic teachers offer affordable packages and bundles for beginners and refresher sessions. Their driving school provides client-centred, high-quality driver education and unrivalled customer service.

2025 Update: Williams Driving School offers free theory test preparation.”

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Price:

STARTER DEAL
TRY & SEE 6 Hours £240
NORMAL WEEKLY LESSONS
Manual 90 Minutes £67.50
Manual 2 Hours £90.00
Manual 10 Hours £420.00

Discount:

£30? Off on 10 hours of Manual Lessons

Contact:

01803 370087

Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm
Sat: 9am - 2pm
Sun: Closed

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1ST GEAR DRIVING SCHOOL REVIEWS

When i first called 1st Gear School of Motoring they were very helpful and put me at ease straight away. My lessons were with an instructor called Graham Woodcock and i would recommend him to anyone for driving lessons. I passed 2nd time but that was my fault. A great driving school Graham was always on time and never cancelled any of my lessons. Cheers Graham. See you on the road mate.

At 51 years young I passed my test today 1st time with 3 minors and I would like to say a huge thank you to Will Smerdon, at 1st Gear Driving School, I never thought I would get past my nerves those first few lessons, but you pushed me slowly when I needed it and had patience with my mistakes, I can't thank you enough. You're an excellent driving instructor. Thank you.

I did all my driving lessons with will smerdon at first gear and passed first time, he is an amazing driving instruction and recommend.

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CHRISTINE’S SCHOOL OF MOTORING REVIEWS

Highly recommend the driving school! Celisha is a great instructor who ensures that you enjoy learning to drive and that you have all the knowledge and confidence to pass your test! Very happy with my choice to learn with Christine's and will be making sure to recommend to friends and family!

Honestly best learning experience I could have had. My instructor Kelly Got me passed my driving test 1st time and made sure I was confident and comfortable. Couldn’t have asked for a better instructor! Thank you so much!

Josh is an amazing instructor, so supportive and patient. I passed my test today, first time with only 3 minor faults. I'm so grateful to Josh, I'd recommend Christine's to anyone.

WILLIAMS DRIVING SCHOOL REVIEWS

Massive thank-you to Williams Driving School especially Dave Williams for teaching me how to drive and helping me pass my test 1st time!!! Dave is a very helpful and fun driving instructor, he made me feel very confident about my driving (even tho i was very nervous on the day) and helped me to understand everything. I also had the pleasure of accompanying / chauffeuring;) Dave in the Big Learner Relay for children in need for no extra price on top of my intense course!! Highly recommend Williams Driving School!

I thoroughly enjoyed my lessons with Greg and passed with just 4 minors! Greg is punctual, approachable and patient where need be. I enjoyed our many chats and humorous discussions, he’s easy to talk to and therefore puts you at ease. 10/10 would recommend. Thank you for helping me on my road to independence!

I went with Simon, I cannot recommend him enough! So calm, understanding and patient! I passed with two minors and I’m over the moon. Always such a positive experience every driving lesson. A massive thank you to Simon!

TBR® Inspection Score Report

1ST GEAR DRIVING SCHOOL Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Reviews Study: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

CHRISTINE’S SCHOOL OF MOTORING Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Business Hours: 9
Business Images: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Website Source: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

WILLIAMS DRIVING SCHOOL Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Experience: 8
Business Hours: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Website Source: 10
Website Standard: 10
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