Real reviews from real learners across Greater Manchester. See why DriveSQ is rated 4.9 stars with a 90%+ first-time pass rate.
Every review below is from a verified DriveSQ student. We are proud of our 4.9-star rating and 90%+ first-time pass rate across Greater Manchester.
"I was genuinely terrified of driving before I started with DriveSQ. My instructor was incredibly patient and never once made me feel rushed or stupid for making mistakes. By the third lesson I was actually starting to enjoy it. Passed first time after just 28 hours and I honestly never thought that would happen. Cannot recommend them enough if you are a nervous learner."
"Passed first time with only 3 minors! My instructor knew the test routes inside out and made sure I practised every tricky junction around the Bredbury test centre. The mock tests before my actual test were spot on and really settled my nerves. Best decision I made was choosing DriveSQ over the bigger chain schools."
"I switched to DriveSQ after a terrible experience with another school where I felt I was just wasting money going round the same roads every week. The difference was night and day. My instructor actually had a structured lesson plan and I could feel myself improving every single session. Wish I had found them from the start."
"Went with automatic lessons after struggling with a clutch for months at a different school. DriveSQ charged the same price for automatic which was brilliant because most other places charge more. My instructor was always on time and very professional. Passed in Failsworth with zero minors which I still cannot believe."
"As a uni student at Manchester I needed flexible lesson times around my lecture schedule and DriveSQ were really accommodating with that. They even picked me up from campus. I did a semi-intensive course over the Easter break and passed before the summer term started. The price at £33 an hour was very reasonable compared to what my flatmates were paying elsewhere."
"Had not driven for about 8 years after passing my test and my confidence was completely gone. Booked 10 hours of refresher lessons with DriveSQ and it all came flooding back. My instructor treated me like a proper student rather than making me feel silly for forgetting the basics. I am back driving to work every day now."
"Did the two-week intensive course because I needed my licence for a new job. It was intense but my instructor paced everything perfectly so I never felt overwhelmed. We covered everything from basic manoeuvres in the first few days to dual carriageways and complex roundabouts by the end. Passed first attempt and started my new job the following Monday."
"My daughter passed first time with DriveSQ and I was so impressed that I have now booked my son in with them as well. As a parent it is reassuring to know the instructor is patient and safety-focused. They kept us updated on progress which we really appreciated. Both kids have nothing but positive things to say. Highly recommend for any parent looking for a reliable school."
"I moved to Manchester from abroad and needed to convert to a UK licence. DriveSQ understood exactly what I needed because I could already drive but just was not familiar with UK roads and roundabouts. My instructor focused on the specific areas the UK test would examine rather than teaching me from scratch. Passed with only 2 minors after just 12 hours."
"Because of my work schedule I could only do evening lessons and I was worried about learning in the dark. DriveSQ were one of the only schools that offered proper evening slots. My instructor actually used it as an advantage and taught me night driving skills from early on. Now I am completely comfortable driving in any conditions."
"Started my lessons on my 17th birthday and passed 4 months later! My instructor made me feel really safe and explained everything so clearly. I was dreading roundabouts but we practised them so much that by test day they were actually my strongest point. All my friends at college are asking me who I learnt with."
"Failed my first test with another school and was feeling pretty down about it. Switched to DriveSQ and my new instructor went through the examiner feedback with me properly and we worked on every single weakness. The difference in teaching quality was massive. Passed second time with only 1 minor. Should have come here first."
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