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Apollo Driving School

64 Reviews
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6 Spring Hill
Tadcaster
North Yorkshire
LS24 8AD

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07766 66****

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Mon - Fri: 08:00-17:00
Sat: 09:00-11:00
Sun: Closed

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Member since : 28 Dec 2011
Manually reviewed : 8 Mar 2022
Last updated : 19 May 2025

About Apollo Driving School


APOLLO Driving School was established in 2003 by Sean Murphy, a Grade A instructor with over 24 years experience in driver training.

We offer high standard driving tuition and we pride ourselves in providing a quality service which is reliable, affordable and honest.
If you are a complete beginner or are needing refresher lessons, we can help.

Your tuition car will be a dual controlled, fully air conditioned Mazda2, which is a really great car to drive.

Please let us know the first part of your postcode, just to make sure we cover your area.

64 FreeIndex Reviews - Ranked 268th out of 1,105 UK Driving Instructors

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Aaron Williams
York
If you're looking for a top-notch driving instructor, look no further than Sean from the start, he was professional, patient, and supportive, making every lesson both informative and enjoyable. Sean explains things clearly, breaks down complex tasks, and adapts to your learning pace. Thanks to his expert guidance, I passed my test with confidence. Highly recommend! .
Response : Thank you Aaron for your 5 star review, it is very much appreciated. I know how much passing your driving test meant to you and I was so glad I was able to help. All the very best in your future endeavours. Enjoy your driving and keep safe.
Tyler Anthony
York
I’ve absolutely loved my lessons with Sean. Instead of learning to drive being a daunting experience, he made it fun each week. He put me at ease instantly, always gave clear explanations, honest feedback and provided me with constructive advice on how to improve my driving. I passed first time with only 2 minors. Since passing I’ve felt my confidence as a driver grow, thanks to the foundations Sean helped establish. I can’t thank you enough!
Response : Thank you for your very positive review, Tyler. You deserved to pass your driving test and you did so with flying colours, so a huge well done. Keep safe and enjoy your driving.
George Rudd
York
Working with Sean has been brilliant. The driving lessons were fun, relaxed and extremely productive. Under Sean's instruction, I managed to pass my test first time and with only 2 minor driving faults - very happy! Would definitely recommend Apollo Driving School.
Response : George, thank you for your 5 star review, it's very much appreciated. I'm so pleased that you enjoyed your lessons and that you passed your test on your first attempt. Enjoy your driving and keep safe. Thank you, again.
Sten Eriksson-West
York
I passed my test with Sean with one fault. Very professional but slightly informal which put me at ease to learn. Would highly recommend.
Response : Well done Sten, a great result, I'm genuinly pleased for you. You put the hard-work in and we both got the result we were looking for. Well done again.
Jasper Baker
York
Although learning to drive is stressful at times, Sean always gives clear instructions and detailed explanations, and was really helpful, allowing me to pass first time!
Response : Thank you for your 5 star review. You deserved to pass and even the examiner said it was a really nice drive from you. So pleased you passed, well done.
Rob H
York
After a long time of trying to pass my test Sean has finally got me through it! I cannot be happier! I would highly recommend Sean! He is patient and fair and really breaks things down.
Marcin Wrobel
York
Sean is a great driving instructor that helped me pass my driving test in a busy city. He’s a good laugh I highly recommend him. Thank you Sean.
Response : Thank you for your review Marcin, it is very much appreciated. You did well and thoroughly deserved to pass your driving test. Well done.
Lexi Davis
York
Sean is honestly a brilliant instructor! Did lessons for almost 8 months with him and I passed 1st time! He really calmed all my nerves whilst driving and always made me laugh, I honestly would recommend him to anyone.
Response : Thank you for your kind review Lexi. We finally got there, and to pass on your first attempt is a great achievement. Enjoy your driving and keep safe. Well done again.
Marcus Cockerill
Fulford
Sean has been an excellent instructor from day one. His understanding of the stresses associated with being a learner driver paired with his experience, and the ability to translate that experience into clear and concise instructions, provides the perfect platform to improve and learn from every single lesson. Although the pressure to avoid making mistakes can be intense, Sean's slightly informal approach takes a lot of the nerve away without compromising the quality of the lesson. He teaches you to make safe, informed decisions on the road and encourages you to simply enjoy the drive. I would very much recommend Sean as an instructor if you would like to pass your test as a confident yet safe driver.
Response : Thank you Marcus for your very kind review and is much appreciated. Enjoy your driving and keep safe. Thank you again.
Katherine Hartley-...
Selby
After a ten year break from driving, Sean got me back behind the wheel, driving with confidence. He's super patient, explains everything really clearly and made lessons fun! I'd highly recommend learning to drive with Apollo Driving School.
Response : Thank you for your review Kate. I’m very glad you chose APOLLO Driving School for your refresher lessons. Keep safe. Thanks again.
George Pool
York
An instructor with very high standards who thought me how to drive and not just how to pass a test. He provided very thorough and consistent feedback as well as being punctual, reliable and accommodating. He enabled me to pass first time with no minors.
Response : Thank you for your positive review.
Subrina Chongbang
York
Sean was a friendly instructor who had a great way of teaching. He clearly points out what has been done well and what needs improving. Through this, he made learning to drive less stressful. Thank you Sean!
Response : Thank you for your review Subrina. It is very much appreciated.
Isabella Rogerson
Riccall
I passed my test first time yesterday with 3 minors! Sean is a great instructor he really helped me to become a confident and safe driver. He was really helpful when teaching me manoeuvres and always picked me up on anything I was doing wrong. I would definitely recommend Sean as a driving instructor as he knows exactly what the examiners are looking for and this really helped me pass my test first time. Thanks Sean!
Response : Thank you for your kind review. I’m so, so pleased you passed your driving test and you were a pleasure to teach. Keep safe and enjoy your driving.
Emma Moore
York
Sean is an incredible driving instructor. I was with him for a long time due to COVID and although at times I struggled with my driving, he remained encouraging and never doubted me once. Without his help I would not have been able to pass my test as confidently as I did. He will put you at ease, no question is too stupid to ask (and I had many. ), and he is willing to go over whatever you’re struggling with as many times as necessary until you are confident with it. All in all, I could not recommend this driving school enough.
Response : Thank you Emma for your kind review. You absolutely deserved to pass your driving test and you passed it with a fantastic drive. Even the examiner complimented you on the way you drove. Well done again, Emma.
Abigail Henzie
Escrick
Great instructor made sure I was comfortable and understood what was going on and taught me how to easily pass my driving test.
Response : Thanks for your kind review Abi, it’s much appreciated. You put the work in and deserved to pass. Also to pass your theory test and driving test within 2 weeks is a huge achievement considering we hadn’t seen each other in over 4. 5 months due to Covid-19. Well done again.
Maja P
York
Great instructor - Sean is a really nice guy and a very patient driving instructor. It can be tricky since everyone learns at a different pace but he's really good at making sure everyone is a safe driver and learns all the rules. He can get booked up quickly so try to plan out your lessons a few weeks in advance if you can. I passed my driving test on my first try! Would definitely recommend to others.
Response : Hi MajaThank you for your kind review. I’m so glad you passed your driving test as I know how much it meant to you to obtain your UK driving licence. Well done again!
Billijo Herd
Escrick
I rang Sean at short notice with an unusual request. We had moved areas (and instructors) during the learning process and working full time and some weekends it had been difficult to organise local instruction. My son had been driving with me and, I thought, picked up some bad habits. With a test imminent I asked Sean if he could give us the benefit of his professional judgement. He pulled out all the stops for us and reshuffled his busy diary to accommodate 4 intensive hours during the week we had available. He was honest and direct around identifying my sons faults and supported us with emails of points to work on. My son passed the test we had booked after following Sean’s advice and although Sean’s bookings didn’t allow him to support us on the actual test day he went out of his way to call at our house to congratulate my boy :). I just wish we’d found him earlier - great bloke just hope he’s still instructing when child number two gets her provisional!
Response : Hi BillijoI'm just really happy I could help to be honest. I know how much Reggie wanted/needed to pass his driving test so with a few positive corrections to his driving we change his driving style. Keep safe Reggie and absolutely well done on passing your driving test. Give me a call when 'number two' wants to learn to drive.
Phil Bowman
York
Sean was a brilliant instructor, after less than three months of driving I passed first time with only two minors. Driving with Sean always made me feel at ease, he was always very professional yet quite laid back with his approach. I can’t recommend him enough, if you want to succeed then Sean is the man to help.
Response : Thanks for the great review Phil, much appreciated. Keep safe.
Rhianna
York
Driving with APOLLO made me feel so much more confident, I was definitely nervous to start with. I had made it my goal for 2019 to pass my driving test and I did not envision on getting it done so quickly. I felt reassured all the way through with little illustrations and really helpful emails to keep me updated on what I should be working on. Plus I passed with 0 minors, I could not have asked for better- thank you Sean!
Response : Thank you for your review Rhianna. It’s is genuinely appreciated. You deserved to pass your test, and even the driving examiner was impressed. Enjoy your driving and keep safe.
Lucie Wainwright
Selby
Just passed first time with only 1 minor! Sean teaches you not only how to pass your test but also how to be a good driver. He is also very understanding and patient when teaching. The prices are very reasonable and it's easy to book in lessons that work around your schedule.
Response : Thank you Lucie for your kind review. You put the hard work in on every lesson and you thoroughly deserved your pass. Well done and enjoy your driving.
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