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Drivewell Driving Academy

113 Reviews
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Member 13+ Years
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9 Brookvale Drive
Thornhill
Cardiff
South Glamorgan
CF14 9EG

Tel:
029 2076 ****
Mobile:
07971 66****


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About Drivewell Driving Academy


Drivewell Driving Academy has over 17 years of experience in the Driving School industry, is based in Cardiff, providing driving lessons to customers throughout the Cardiff area. Salvina and Sarah pride themselves on delivering exceptional customer service. Beginner lessons, refresher tuition, car parking lessons, intensive courses, and motorway tuition given. Fully qualified, professional, female, patient DVSA Approved Driving Instructors. Drivewell are passionate about teaching safe driving for life, aiming for high standards and offering structured driving lessons at a pace according to the customer's needs. Progress is recorded, so that pupils know exactly how they are doing.
Modern, econectic, dual controlled Ford Fiesta cars (with built in Sat Navs ready for the anticipated new driving test 2017) are provided. Support is given throughout the learning to drive journey including providing free Theory Training material. Theory training, a Mock Test, and accompanying pupils on their Driving Test (if they choose) are all services offered to help ensure successful outcomes. Drivewell Driving Academy recommend Pass Plus to gain experience, to be a safer driver. We look forward to hearing from you. Salvina and Sarah Competitive prices including student and block bookings.

Drivewell Driving Academy is a small independent driving school, based in the Cardiff area. Beginner lessons, refresher tuition, intensive courses, parking lessons, motorway tuition, advanced driver training. Instructor training including preparation for Standards Check are also available.

With Fully qualified DVSA and friendly, professional, female Approved Driving instructors Drivewell Driving Academy provides tailored driving lessons according to individuals. Driving lessons are designed to be enjoyable and structured too being cost effective, enabling clients to be able to drive safely, competently and confidently.

The Drivewell Driving Academy delivers bespoke driving lessons, including beginner, refresher, motorway and intensive driving courses. To match pupils learning needs, the product range is perfect for all ages and abilities and can be enjoyed. Teaching Dyslexic, dyspraxic, or autistic pupils is no problem. The full services are available from their website.

The Drivewell Driving Academy is run by Sarah and Salvina who have been involved in the Driving school industry since 1999. The Driving instuctors, having previously worked with other national driving schools.

Passionate, conscientious female, friendly, hard working driving instructors, Drivewell Driving Academy has professional, qualified DVSA Approved Driving Instructors.

Drivewell Driving Academy is a member of DIA, DVSA, IAM RoadSmart, ADINDJC and FSB.
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113 FreeIndex Reviews - Ranked 186th out of 1,105 UK Driving Instructors

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Mitesh Patel
Cardiff
Want to say a huge thank you to my driving instructor Salvina in helping me pass my driving test first time! She is a very passionate and motivational person and was evident from my first lesson! Would definitely recommend drivewell driving!
Samiha Hussain
Cardiff
I would like to take this opportunity to thank my driving instructor Salvina for helping me pass my test first time. She is a patient, caring person and has delivered her lessons with me in a way that is clear and well-paced. It is clear that she wants the best for all her pupils and this is evident from lesson 1. Out of all the driving schools out there I would highly recommend Drivewell Driving Academy for the best experience!
Ishrat Khanom
Cardiff
Wanted to say a huge THANK YOU to Salvina. She has really kept me going with my driving lessons, encouraging me and correcting my mistakes along the way. Salvina is one of the best instructors out there and it would be a shame if you didn’t go with her because she is always patient, calm and someone to have a laugh around with. I passed my driving test with a clean sheet and it’s all down to Salvina. Would definitely recommend Drivewell Driving Academy.
Les Prance
Cardiff
Sarah has taught both my boys to drive. She has been a fantastic teacher and both passed first time with her instruction. They both completed the pass plus with Sarah which gave them an insight into motorway driving as well as experience in other road conditions. I would highly recommend Sarah to anybody looking for a fantastic learning to drive experience.
Ethan Prance
Cardiff
Sarah is a great instructor and made me feel confident while driving. Sarah was professional, informative and the 2-hour lessons are of a good duration. Sarah made sure I was fully prepared for my test. As a result, I passed first time. I would recommend Sarah - Drivewell to anyone looking for a driving instructor. I also completed and passed the Pass Plus course with Sarah, which was extremely informative and included driving outside of the Cardiff area e. G. To Chepstow.
Maryam Shahid
Cardiff
I'm so pleased to have passed my practical today with the help of Salvina. She was consistently professional, motivational, and always patient with me which really helped to boost my confidence from the very beginning. With fantastic driving instructors and an incredibly high pass rate I couldn't recommend Drivewell Academy enough. During almost every lesson I've been taken on various test routes which allowed me to become familiar with them and much more relaxed during the practical. The instructor uses extremely useful key reference points when teaching manoeuvres which help you get them right every time. I'm almost sad that my lessons have come to an end as I'll miss getting constructive feedback on my driving and the encouraging words from Salvina, thank you so much!
Ruhana Akhtar
Cardiff
Passed my driving first time! A huge thank you to Salvina for being soo encouraging, supportive and patient. She is extremely professional who was always punctual and very motivating throughout. I highly recommend her as she is a fantastic driving instructor.
Emma Moggridge
Cardiff
Sarah was a fantastic driving instructor helping me get through my driving test and passing first time. After having a bumpy start to learning to drive then changing to learn with Sarah, she helped me gain a lot of confidence and teaching me using lots of different methods which helped me make things very clear in my head. Would highly recommend learning with Sarah, and now I am on the road with my own car! Thank you Sarah!
Huw Phillips
Cardiff
Very accommodating due to my 9-5 working pattern. Sally was incredibly patient, very clear in her explanations, all round very genuine person. The two hour lessons are definitely recommended! I couldn't commend them highly enough! Take their advice, put in for your test when you're ready, and you'll be laughing!
Anna Dee
Cardiff
Sarah is an amazing driving instructor who helped me with anything I didn’t understand. She is very kind who believed that I would pass first time and definitely gave me great advice to improve my driving! Thank you very much Sarah!
Zainab
Cardiff
Salvina is an amazing driving instructor and very professional. I did the Pass Plus with her and am now very confident on the road. The Pass Plus greatly improved my driving skills and confidence on the road. I would highly recommend it to any new drivers as it allows you to experience a varied range of conditions and improves your parking skills, which can be a struggle if your a new driver. Salvina made me me feel at ease from my very first lesson and was very encouraging and patient throughout. She tailored every lesson to driving skills I wasn't confident with until they were second nature to me. I really miss my lessons with her and her lovely car. I highly recommend Drivewell Driving Academy to any learner drivers as they are extremely friendly, professional and are skilled driving instructors.
Fatima Omrani
Cardiff
Salvina is the perfect driving instructor; super patient and supportive as well as caring. Very professional, makes sure you make the most of every lesson and is always very punctual. She gave me the confidence I needed to pass my driving test first time and have to say i'll miss my lessons and post-lesson chats with her!
Anisa Khan
Cardiff
A huge thank you to Salvina for helping me pass first time! I had other driving instructors before her and none came close to providing the outstanding quality of teaching that I had from Salvina. She is genuinely passionate about supporting students and dedicated to preparing them effectively for their test. She was always patient with me and gave me motivational feedback which kept me feeling positive :).
Safiah Afifi
Cardiff
Very professional driving school which is 100% honest and genuinely cares about supporting its pupils first and foremost. I passed first time with Salvina and this is all thanks to her immense help, dedication and patience from start to finish. Worth every penny and the only driving school I would recommend to anyone looking to start lessons. Brilliant!
Myfanwy
Cardiff
I thoroughly enjoyed my driving lessons with Sarah. She was extremely informative, a great listener, and had my sense of humour. I felt that my observation skills and confidence rapidly improved. I used to find driving very stressful, but now I am equipped with all the skills to enjoy driving again. Thank you Drivewell!
Kristina Taska
Cardiff
A massive Thank you to Sarah for my REFRESHER lessons! I passed my test 10years ago which was also last time I was driving a car so feeling nervous and unsure about my driving and on top of that for me(sums up my luck:)) driving on the other side of the road, I contacted Sarah. We worked through all the issues I had, Sarah guided me all the way, I was never pushed into anything I didn't feel comfortable about, only when I was ready for it. She helped me to overcome my fear and with every lesson I could feel I am becoming more confident and better driver. So if you are in a similar position to me, stop worrying about something that can be fixed and look no further. Give Drivewell Driving Academy a ring. I am shopping for my lovely Fiat 500 atm, I am so excited to start driving! I wouldn't have done it if it wasn't for Sarah. Thank you so much!
Response : Hi Kristina,Thanks so much for writing such a lovely review. You were a pleasure to help with such a positive attitude to learning and wanting to be a safe and responsible independent driver. Nothing is more pleasurable as a Driving Instructor to see pupils gain in confidence. Great to hear you have your wish - a Fiat 500 - Calvin. Hope to see you on the road soon driving with pride. Enjoy and good luck. Sarah 23rd May 2017.
Joao Domingues
Caerphilly
Very good for new learners the instructors are nice and give a lot of support when needed.
Response : Hi Joao, Thanks for writing a review about Salvina. You did well passing first time. Congratulations again. Enjoy your driving and most of all keep safe. Salvina 10th May 2017.
Sofia Schiavo
Cardiff
Thank you so much to Salvina for helping me pass first time! I couldn't have asked for a better instructor! Always answering my questions and helping me gain confidence as a driver. I highly recommend Drivewell Driving Academy!
Response : Hi Sofia, Thanks so much for finding the time to write a review. We are so pleased that you had a positive learning experience with Drivewell Driving Academy. You did the work and were a pleasure to teach. Congratulations again on passing first time. Good luck and enjoy your driving Salvina and Sarah 8th May 2017.
Bhavana Gupta
Cardiff
Not having driven since I passed my test five years ago, I decided to take refresher lessons with Sarah and I would not hesitate to recommend her. She was an excellent instructor who focused every lesson on driving skills that I was not particularly confident with. I gained confidence quickly with her support and she made every lesson enjoyable. I wholeheartedly recommend her, especially if you are looking to take refresher lessons.
Haneefa Qureshi
Cardiff
I recently passed my test with Sarah from Drivewell. She was an amazing instructor and all the lessons were well structured. She ensured I understood everything and she allowed me to learn from my mistakes. I felt comfortable when I had my lessons and I was able to make quick progress. Also Sarah was very punctual and was very flexible with pick up and drop off places. Lastly Sarah was very patient and helped me past my test in 3 months, first time. Thank you Sarah for your help. I highly recommend Drivewell. :).
Response : Hi Haneefa, Thank you so much for finding time to write such a lovely review and I am pleased that you enjoyed your positive learning experience. It was great teaching you and we were a good partnership as you helped me by telling me how you learn best. You had a fantastic attitude to learning always so positive and doing your best all contributing to you passing your test within 3 months. Congratulations and well done again. Enjoy your independence and take care on the school run with your brothers. Hope to see you for Pass Plus enjoy your driving but most of all keep safe. Sarah Drivewell Driving Academy 31st March 2017.Moreexpand_more

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