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| Manually reviewed : | 12 Dec 2024 |
| Last updated : | 15 Jul 2026 |
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? . I honestly cannot recommend Chelsea highly enough. She is the most incredible driving instructor anyone could ask for. From my very first lesson, Chelsea believed in me, encouraged me, and gave me the confidence I needed to become a safe and confident driver. She is so patient, calm, knowledgeable and genuinely cares about every one of her pupils. No matter how nervous I felt, she always knew exactly what to say to help me believe in myself. What makes Chelsea even more amazing is the dedication she shows to her students. Even when she unexpectedly ended up in hospital just before my driving test, she still went above and beyond to make sure I wasn’t let down. Instead of leaving me to figure everything out on my own, she arranged for her best friend and fellow instructor, Shaz, to step in and take me to my test. That level of care and commitment says everything about the kind of person Chelsea is. A huge thank you also to Shaz. She was absolutely brilliant. She gave me a lesson before my test to help settle my nerves, offered so much encouragement, and made me feel calm and confident when I needed it most. Thanks to Chelsea’s incredible teaching and Shaz’s support on the day, I passed my driving test first time! I genuinely couldn’t have done it without them both. If you’re looking for an instructor who is patient, supportive, professional and truly invested in helping you succeed, Chelsea is the one. She doesn’t just teach you how to pass a test - she teaches you how to be a safe, confident driver for life. Thank you both from the bottom of my heart. I’ll always be grateful for everything you’ve done for me. You are both absolutely amazing, and I will be recommending you to everyone I know!Moreexpand_more
I can’t recommend Monarch Driving School highly enough - especially Chelsea. I came to her quite last-minute after a difficult experience with a previous instructor. As my test approached, it became clear I didn’t have the knowledge or confidence I needed to pass, and my lessons had become unreliable at the worst possible time. With a baby due just weeks after my test, the pressure was really on. Chelsea completely turned things around for me in a very short space of time. She took me from being a fairly average (and honestly quite unprepared) driver with some major misunderstandings, to someone who felt confident, capable, and ready for the test. What really stood out was her teaching style - calm, kind, and incredibly supportive, but also firm when needed. She has a brilliant way of explaining things and gave me simple, memorable methods to understand and retain even the more complicated rules of driving. Not only that, but her knowledge of the local test area was invaluable. On a personal note, she also has a wonderfully reassuring presence - I genuinely think she could double as a therapist! She knows exactly how to build your confidence while keeping you focused. Without Chelsea, I truly don’t think I would have passed. I’m incredibly grateful for her help and couldn’t have asked for a better instructor at such an important time in my life. My heartfelt thanks to Chelsea from Pete (and Frankie and baby Ottilie).Moreexpand_more
I’m so grateful to have learned with Chelsea. She is truly the loveliest and most skilled driving instructor I could have asked for. Her calm, patient manner and clear teaching style made every lesson feel comfortable and productive. She explained everything so well and always made sure I felt confident behind the wheel. I’m very glad to have passed my driving test under her guidance - I couldn’t recommend her more highly!
After nearly 20 years of putting off taking driving lessons again, I reached out to Chelsea and she got me to pass first time! The best instructor on the planet by a mile, I couldn't even remember how to steer properly on my first lesson and she got me passing a test a few months later. I cannot speak highly enough of her as an instructor. If you're thinking of getting lessons in the Milton Keynes, Bletchley area (and want to pass), Chelsea is your go to. Incredible lessons and I am so grateful that I came across Monarch Driving School!
I’ve had so many instructors over so many years, I reassure anyone, this is the best! Chelsea is absolutely amazing, professional, reliable, supportive and anyone who has her as an instructor can be confident they are in great hands! Thank you so much for everything!
Honestly, I didn’t think I’d pass this easily - let alone on the very first try! Huge shoutout to Sharon, the absolute GOAT of driving instructors ? . She’s patient, crystal clear with her lessons, and focuses on teaching you to drive like a pro - not just tick boxes to pass. I’ve had a few forgettable experiences with instructors before, so trust me when I say Sharon and her driving school are in a league of their own. Everyone warned me about how tough Milton Keynes and Bletchley test centres are… but from Day 1, Sharon said:“You’re going to ace it. ”. That belief? That confidence? Made all the difference. ? . Thanks Sharon and Monarch Driving School.
I can’t thank Chelsea enough for all her help in getting me to pass my driving test. After trying many different instructors, I never thought I’d get to this point, but Chelsea’s patience, support, and encouragement made all the difference. She truly believed in me when I didn’t believe in myself, the best instructor I could have asked for!
I recently passed my test, I’m 35 and had almost given up but many thanks to Chelsea with her patience and professionalism she didn’t let me, her encouragement and competence gave me confidence and now I have so much more independence. Highly recommend! Thank you so much for being so much more than an instructor!
Feeling ecstatic today after I’ve passed my driving test. I am thankful for Sharon Gorham as she has been so patient and kind to me during our lessons, she really helped me build up my confidence, her skills are excellent, she has given me great safety lessons all throughout, those times I was able to learn and execute safe driving according to the rules of the road, it was an enjoyable time and I will surely recommend Sharon Gorham, such an amazing instructor and asset to Monarch Driving School!
Came to Sharon after failing my first driving test - she was incredibly helpful with simplistically breaking down what/why I am not doing quite right and how to be a good driver (even after the test). She had incredible patience while I unlearned bad habits, and systematically taught me everything I needed to pass my second time. Would absolutely recommend for anyone in MK wanting to learn on an automatic gearshift!
Having a fair bit of driving experience but just failing test after test, I found Chelsea who was incredibly helpful even before I’d booked anything with her! We didn’t have many lessons together, but the tips and tricks she gave were without any doubt what got me passing my very next test. Chelsea’s super-friendly, supportive, and positive nature is just the icing on the cake! Can’t fault her, serious or minor.
Learning with Chelsea has been an amazing experience. As someone with a physical disability, I was initially nervous about booking my first lessons. But from the very start, Chelsea made me feel comfortable and supported. Her patience, encouragement, kindness, and commitment to helping me succeed made all the difference. Thanks to her, I’ve now passed my driving test. I honestly can’t thank her enough!
Chelsea is one of the best driving instructors I have ever come across. She is very calm, understanding and very hardworking. She gives her 100 percent to help an individual pass their test First time. Any one reading this review please do not think twice, She is the Best Instructor. All the best Chelsea, Keep shining.

I couldn't of passed my test if it wasn't for Chelsea's dedication, support and years of experience doing the job! I have had several instructors before Chelsea and I am so grateful to have found her, she's truly a gem! She was always happy to answer any questions I had and helped me to massively build my confidence up behind the wheel. I can't recommend her enough!