My son passed his driving test first time after a few hours refresher course with Dennis. Can’t fault Dennis’s teaching and attention to detail on the road. Would highly recommend.
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My son passed his driving test first time after a few hours refresher course with Dennis. Can’t fault Dennis’s teaching and attention to detail on the road. Would highly recommend.
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Wow, this is truly worth celebrating! A huge thank you to D&S Driving School for making this a reality — I’ve officially passed my driving test! Dennis, you’re amazing. You helped calm my ner... See more
I recently took a refresher driving test with Dennis, and I can’t thank him enough for his support. He was patient, calm, and laid-back throughout the whole process, which really helped me feel comfor... See more
Thank you soo much Dennis! I passed my driving test Today, I’m so excited! My instructor, Dennis, was amazing. He was patient, and supportive, and helped me build my confidence on the road. He had mo... See more
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Here at D&S Driver Training we take our responsibilities seriously and we believe strongly in passing on our experience and knowledge to others. We are committed to providing top training to help you become a safe and responsible driver. Thank you for starting your safe journey with us. Your D&S Driver Training Team
Alefounder Close, CO4 3UR, Colchester, United Kingdom
I recently passed my driving test, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the experience. It wasn’t an easy journey my instructor was firm, clear, and held me to a high standard throughout the process. At the time, it felt challenging, but looking back, I now see how much that approach helped me grow into a confident and responsible driver.
A special thanks to my instructor, whose firmness was matched by genuine care and guidance. It was that balance that helped me succeed.
Passing this test feels not just like a result, but like a milestone and I’m 🙏 grateful
Dennis thank you for being the best instructor ever With your guidance and patience you taught me the skills to become a safe driver and on my first attempt, I passed.
Excellent instructor, very polite, cooperative and patient ( last day to your lessons will determine whether you will pass or not 😆😆) It was a wonderful experience tho.
Many Thanks, Dennis 👌
D&S delivers always, the process might be nerve recking with clear focus on achieving a flawless driving result. After several attempts with other driving instructors. It took only two days for Dennis to achieve the desired results.
I strongly recommend D&S drivers training for excellent results.
Dennis, A man with complete safe driving knowledge. It doesn't matter what you know, he'll teach you everything about safe driving and make you out of nervousness. Pages couldn't be enough to describe about him
Communication was good until you got the payment then didn’t hear from them I contacted them several times over a period of days but no replies
When I first called DNS Driving School just a few days before my test, they were so friendly, responsive, and positive that I genuinely wondered if it was too good to be true. I had already tried three different driving schools and still didn’t feel anywhere near confident enough to pass. From the very first call, DNS felt different.
Dennis was an exceptional instructor. He didn’t just teach the driving skills. He helped me change the way I approached driving altogether. He picked up on the anxiety and doubt I had carried from past experiences and worked with me to rebuild my confidence step by step. Each lesson felt focused, calm, and thoughtful, and I could feel real progress every time we went out on the road.
He explained things clearly and always made sure I understood why something mattered, not just how to do it. That made a huge difference. I’m now driving through Colchester’s tight roads and complicated roundabouts feeling completely in control and ready for whatever comes next.
A big thank you as well to Gemma, who kept everything smooth and stress-free behind the scenes. She was always kind, efficient, and helpful.
I’m so happy to have passed, but I’ll definitely miss those hours on the road. DNS gave me more than just a pass—they helped me enjoy driving again. I couldn’t recommend them more.
I used to be such an anxious driver because of bad experiences with other instructors, and I genuinely thought I’d never feel confident behind the wheel. But then I found D&S—and specifically, Dennis, who completely changed everything for me.
From day one, Dennis was so patient, calm, and encouraging. He believed in me even when I didn’t believe in myself, and that meant the world. He helped me quiet all the overthinking and taught me to trust myself and the process. Little by little, I started to feel safe, capable, and even enjoy driving.
Thanks to his support and the solid guidance from D&S, I passed my driving test—something I never thought I could say. I’m beyond grateful for this journey, and especially for Dennis. Thank you so much for helping me get here! 🙏🏾🚗
Wow, where do I even begin? I passed!!!
All thanks to Dennis. I had seen reviews about him, and let me tell you—none of them were lies. You truly have to experience his training first-hand to understand. It's tough, but it’s absolutely worth it. By the time I got to the test, it felt easy.
I've had other instructors before, but just one month with Dennis made all the difference—I got my license!
If you really want to learn how to drive and, more importantly, be a safe driver, Dennis is the one. He doesn’t just prepare you to pass a test—he gives his all to make sure you're confident, capable, and ready for the road. He’ll hold your hand every step of the way.

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Dennis is a great instructor, I came to him with zero driving experience and he helped me to prepare for my test, which I eventually passed. I liked that I was taken out to real roads almost immediately (although these were quiet roads at first), and thus had an opportunity to practice. A great emphasis was also placed on safe driving both during the test and after, and all of the skills taught were very practical and useful. I didn’t have that many lessons at first, but a lot more were given to me as the test approached, so as to be ready for it. I can recommend D&S for someone looking for an instructor in Colchester, but do be aware that Dennis works on a tight schedule and you’ll need to work out the time that will work for both of you

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I recommend using D and S they helped me get my driving license within a short matter of time. Dennis was an amazing instructor, he alwasy motivated me to keep going and was very good at explaining and teaching me how to be a safe driver.

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Just passed my test with Dennis so happy and so greatful for his patience and time he spent teaching me to stay calm and stay in control
Thank you so much d&s
5star
Highly recommend
Thank you
I just wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for all the support and guidance Dennis provided throughout my driving lessons. When I was feeling doubtful and stressed about my ability to pass the driving test, his encouragement made a huge difference. You helped me believe in myself when I struggled to do so, and your patience and positive attitude truly gave me the confidence I needed.
Thanks to you, I’m feeling much more prepared and capable, and I can’t thank you enough for making that happen. His support went far beyond just teaching me how to drive; it gave me the mental strength to overcome my anxiety and approach my test with a much clearer mind.
I really appreciate everything you've done. Thank you for being such a wonderful instructor!

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I had an incredible experience learning to drive with D&S Driver Training. Dennis was an amazing instructor patient, knowledgeable, and always encouraging. He made every lesson enjoyable and helped me build my confidence on the road. His clear instructions and calm approach made even the most challenging aspects of driving feel manageable. I truly appreciate his dedication and support throughout my journey. I highly recommend D&S Driver Training.

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I had an Amazing experience throughout my driving journey.Dennis made sure I became a safe driver before passing my test.Thank you Dennis see you on the road😂
I joined this school after having failed 2 previous attempts, desperate to pass but my confidence was crushed. They were incredibly quick to reply, and get started. Dennis made me feel very comfortable and supported throughout the journey, pushing me to believe in myself and develop confidence. Without this team, I wouldn’t have my license and I couldn’t be more thankful to Dennis and Gemma for getting me there. 100% recommend the D&S driver training school to anyone looking for lessons, Dennis not only makes sure you pass, he ensures everyone he teaches becomes a safe driver. I am very happy with this school.

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Dennis is super unique.. I had to take a crash course and nennn Dennis drilled me.. I was very difficult to teach being a long time left hand driver from another country.. U can't miss it with him...
I had an excellent experience with [D & S Driver Training]. From start to finish, the service was professional, supportive, and tailored to my needs. My instructor, Dennis, was incredibly patient, encouraging, and thorough, which made all the difference. They explained everything clearly and made me feel confident on the road.
Thanks to their expert teaching, I passed my driving test and I couldn’t be happier and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to learn to drive.
Thank you for such a positive experience!

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Dennis my man ! This was more than a driving lesson . You are a mentor and a real inspiration. Anyone that really wants to pass their test has to know DNS driver training is the only way . Thank you for your great service it was a pleasure.

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Dennis is an excellent instructor. He does not just teach you how to drive, he teaches you how to be a safe driver.
Furthermore, the patience Dennis has is amazing. It is clear he enjoys teaching!
Would 100% recommend him to anyone looking for a driving instructor!

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This trainer will push you and help to make sure you pass your driving test. He works magic, with a 2 days of intensive training with Dennis, I was able to pass my test on first attempt. Amazing you would say, right? That's this trainers effect. Thank you Dennis for everything

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