We have lots of satisfied customers
At Geoff Capes Driving School our ethos is centred around customer success. Your success is our success – so we ensure that our practice and way of working is structured to provide students with the perfect environment in which to learn to drive. Embarking on driving lessons (whether for the first time or as a revisit later in life) can be daunting for a variety of reasons.
We understand this, which is why we employ different methods tailored to each learner – all tried and tested to ensure that they make learning to drive simpler and more enjoyable.
We appreciate that patience, clarity and a personable demeanour are incredibly important whilst learning to drive – so each and every one of our instructors possess these natural qualities and plenty of up to date qualifications to enable them to support you fully at every step of the way – guaranteeing customer success every time.
Below you can see some examples of our customer success – testimonials from satisfied learners who we are proud to say passed their tests with flying colours.
I previously had a bad experience with another instructor, in a manual car, at a different school, so decided to go with automatic this time round and so glad I got Doug to help me with it!
Absolutely amazing! Had a great instructor who supported me into passing first time! My instructor, Doug, is amazing and helped me get to where I am with my driving today!
Logan
22nd August 2025
First time pass!
Passed my car test first time! My instructor Jonny was amazing and so helpful and supportive! The best automatic instructor that I have found! Would 100% recommend to anyone doing automatic!
Be
21st August 2025
Brilliant experience with Johnny from Geoff Capes Driving School. My daughter gained so much confidence when driving with him. He was patient and explained everything to her in a way she related to. She passed first time and that’s down to Johnny and his teaching skills. Thanks so much
Gabrielle
August 2025
I am over the moon and still trying to understand that I actually passed my driving test first time!!! After 3 and a half years of many, many hours taking lessons and trying to build my confidence .. and trying different instructors, I got Doug’s contact through a work colleague. He really made everything look easier and help me believe that I could do it! Every lesson was enjoyable and rich in new, helpful tips and advise. I can’t recommend Doug enough! He is relaxed, trusting, polite, fun and very generous with his time and knowledge!
Romina
25th July 2025
I previously had a bad experience with another instructor, in a manual car, at a different school, so decided to go with automatic this time round and so glad I got Doug to help me with it!
His instructions were always very clear, his patience unending and I always felt comfortable behind the wheel.
His confidence in me really helped me fall in love with driving and after starting lessons in early September 2024, I get to say I’m a pink license holder!
I genuinely think Doug is the main reason I passed with only 1 fault! He took the time to show me all the possible test routes in our area, gave instructions the way an examiner would and prepared me for how the day was going to go. He’d also share any new things he’d learn from training courses of his own. This is also something I was impressed by – instructors at Geoff Capes driving school never stop learning and bettering themselves for their students.
If you’re feeling nervous and unsure of your abilities, I absolutely recommend you book a driving lesson with Geoff Capes driving school.
Sofia
10th July 2025
I previously had a bad experience with another instructor, in a manual car, at a different school, so decided to go with automatic this time round and so glad I got Doug to help me with it!
Passed first time with Doug yesterday, had a great experience every lesson and he taught me so much! Would recommend him to everyone, very patient and understanding and just a great person to talk to in general.
Usually I am a very nervous person while driving and I often doubted myself, but he really helped me to overcome this and pass my test. I felt confident going into it and I just couldn’t have asked for anything more. Always so encouraging and I will really miss my lessons every week.
Thank you so much!
Maddi
27th June 2025
Great driving instructor and company
I couldn’t have asked for a better driving instructor than Simon from Geoff Capes Driving School. He was patient, encouraging, and incredibly knowledgeable throughout every lesson. Simon had a great way of explaining things clearly and always made me feel confident behind the wheel. Thanks to his guidance, I passed with confidence and feel fully prepared for the road ahead.
A massive thank you to Simon – you made learning to drive a genuinely enjoyable experience. Highly recommend both Simon and Geoff Capes Driving School to anyone learning to drive!
Ryan
11th June 2025
First Time Pass
I have just passed my driving test, first time, with Doug as my Driving Instructor!
I began my lessons in August 24′ after having a previously negative driving experience from years ago, and this made me so nervous to begin my driving lessons. However, from my first lesson, Doug instantly made me feel so much more calm and confident in driving.
Doug is such a friendly and great instructor, making me feel completely at ease. He made sure to go over each lesson and skill properly to prepare me for my driving test.
It has been so wonderful to have my driving lessons with Doug, and I’ll really miss them. I would honestly recommend Doug to everyone, and I couldn’t have passed without him! From booking in over the phone with Geoff Capes Driving School to my first lesson, and now to passing, I couldn’t recommend the whole team more!
A huge thank you to Doug and Geoff Capes Driving School
Annie
9th May 2025
I had driving lessons with Simon, and then Doug. Both instructors were very patient and nice, and they explained things clearly.
Doug also arranged for another instructor to do a mock test with me, and this helped with my nerves when I did the real test.
Alex
3rd May 2025
It started well over a year ago looking for an instructor. I struggled to find one which was right for me, (some think you’re 17 years old and can talk to you how they want). I am 33 and by chance my Mum bumped into Simon Forrest while shopping and Simon kindly rang me when he had evening availability. He quickly makes you feel settled in the car and understands your capabilities quickly and then guides you step by step to become the learner you need to be to pass your test. Excellent teaching strategies and professionalism from Simon and above all the patience and consistency needed to get you where you need to be, not everyone has them qualities especially when it cones to teaching . I would 100% recommend Simon to anyone.
James
15th February 2025
My experience with Geoff Capes driving school was really positive. Doug is a great and knowledgeable driving instructor. From day one he listened to my knowledge of driving and built on that. He gave me confidence and explained things in a really clear way l. His instructions where always very clear when directing me on the road and and feedback was always done in a positive manner. He was also really easy to chat too and I got on with him really well. Absolutely would recommend using Geoff Capes Driving School
Lewis
22nd January 2025
I can’t thank Geoff Capes driving school enough and my instructor Doug Walsh for helping me pass my driving test. He was so professional and patient with me, helping my confidence grow each week. Doug supported me throughout the 6 months I’ve been learning with him making sure I was consistent and feeling confident in everything I was doing. I have had the most amazing experience learning to drive and couldn’t have had a better instructor and I’m so thankful I came across Doug and Geoff Capes driving school. Thankyou!!☺️ I would 1000% recommend :)
Lydia
17th January 2025
I just past my test first time with Geoff Capes Driving School. Must say it is an excellent service. Doug was fantastic instructor; he helped me improve my skills as well as my confidence on the road massively. I really enjoyed are lessons and getting to know him. Overall my experience with this company was special. Thanks, Kurt.
Kurt
15th January 2025
