Drewmatic Automatic Driving School Reviews 459

TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Looking at 37 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their exceptional teaching skills, patience, and supportive approach. Many people highlight how instructors helped them overcome nervousness and build confidence, often leading to successful first-time passes. Reviewers frequently mention the clear explanations and detailed guidance provided, which made learning enjoyable and effective. The overall user experience is described as fantastic, with many appreciating the instructors' ability to make them feel at ease and comfortable throughout their lessons.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had a great experience with Drewmatic, especially with my instructor, Clint. After going through three different teachers, I honestly felt like I just wasn’t teachable and might never pas... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had Craig Pattison as my driving instructor and i couldnt of asked for a better one to help me pass! I've previously had 4 other instructors before that wernt suited and my confidence was low. Craig... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I passed with Drewmatic today and I can’t recommend Craig enough! He was incredibly patient, calm, and supportive throughout all my lessons. I never felt rushed or pressured and he always took the ti... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I started my driving lessons with Clint back in June 2025 and passed with no faults in October 2025. Clint made me feel at ease and comfortable making lessons something to look forward to. He expla... See more


Company details

  1. Driving School
  2. Drivers License Training School

Written by the company

DrewMatic are one of the leading providers of Automatic Driving Tuition in the North East of England. We pride ourselves on our reviews, our reputation and our recommendations. There really isn’t any other Driving School in the North East who can match us for passes in Automatic. We have Male and Female Automatic Driving Instructors. We provide intensive courses, and we also provide block bookings and pay as you go. We are calm, patient, friendly, reliable and professional. We’re not big fans of ordinary, and we don’t do boring. All these things, plus way more than the character limit will allow, make DrewMatic the Automatic Choice.


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5.0

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

459 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I passed by first time with Angie

I passed by first time with Angie, ,I was very happy she is very good learner,highly recommend this driving school and this lovely lady.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

April 25, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Passed on my first attempt with Laura

I had an amazing experience with my instructor Laura. She had a lot of patience and was very friendly. She taught me amazing tricks and was very thorough with the requirements for the exam. During exam I felt no nervousness as a result and passed at the first go! They provide weekend lessons as well which is so rare.

April 9, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First time pass!

Passed first time with Angie, couldn’t be more pleased! Always super friendly and patient, we always had a good laugh and I will miss our lessons together!

April 8, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Couldn't recommend Paul at Drewmatic enough!!!

After having an awful experience with another local instructor shouting at me all the time, he completely knocked my confidence, i didn't do a lesson for around a year after. I honestly didn't think I'd ever pass.

I contacted drewmatic and done a lesson with Paul in December.
I started enjoying driving again instead of dreading lessons. He's literally got the patience of a saint, Paul believed in me when I didn't myself i passed in March with 2 minors, i know it wouldn't have ever been possible without the patience and simple instructions from Paul I couldn't recommend him enough!! Thanks again 🙂

March 15, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you!!

Thankyou Craig from drewmatic.
Helped me every step of the way!
Could not recommend enough

March 23, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great instructor and company

I passed with Clint and couldn’t fault him! He was really easy to click with and an amazing teacher. I had so many instructors that I didn’t gel with before I started learning with Drewmatic, and I ended up passing first time with them! Would recommend to anyone!

March 21, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experience of getting Driving licence

Hi this is Dhanya. Getting driving licence is one of my greatest dreams. Want to thank Anji, for helping me to come my dream true.. My experience as a learner with her was good. She never fails to teach me how many times I'm asking her my doubts or asking her to repeat some of the lessons.. Thank you so much Anji.

March 15, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am so grateful to my instructor Craig…

I am so grateful to my instructor Craig Pattison from Drewmatic for getting me through my test.

As an older driver I was riddled with nerves and Craig has been nothing but patient and nurturing and he really prepared me 100% for my test and guided me every step of the way .

I would never have believed I would pass first time with only a few minors. Can’t thank him enough

March 11, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The best driving school around.

Craig is an exceptional instructor who has plenty of time and patience, I passed my test last Monday with only 2 minors and it wouldn’t of been possible without Craig, anyone looking for a quality driving instructor then Craig is your man. Drewmatic best driving school around no one does it better.

March 4, 2024
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Reply from Drewmatic Automatic Driving School

Hi Keaton. Thanks for this great review about Craig. We agree, he’s pretty fabulous!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Couldn’t recommend this company anymore…

Couldn’t recommend this company anymore and especially Craig,
From having 2 instructors before him and then changing to Craig and seen a difference in my driving straight away he’s an absolute star and then going in for my test and passing first time
Highly recommend this company and Craig!

March 8, 2024
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Reply from Drewmatic Automatic Driving School

Hey Chloe!!! Thanks for the review. It’s amazing what a proper instructor can do isn’t it. The other guy, who dropped you, wasn’t a good match for you and thankfully not a part of our driving school.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best Driving School!

I fully, wholeheartedly recommend DrewMatic Driving School!

I was fortunate enough to be partnered with Craig and I quickly learned I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. He is amazing at what he does and it really shows how much he cares about getting people road ready.

Craig made me look forward to lessons and walk away after every lesson happy and believing in my driving ability, building my confidence every week.

If you need a new way of understanding something, Craig will find it for you. He really caters to your understanding and learning style and will find a way for whatever way works best for you. Whilst always remaining positive, patient and encouraging.

You couldn’t wish for better lessons. Craig arrived promptly, always gave you an overview of what you’d be covering as well as a summary of what you had done that lesson, whilst always being on hand for any questions or guidance.

From start to finish, my experience has been 10/10 with DrewMatic and Craig, I wouldn’t recommend anyone else!

Thank you for everything!

February 27, 2024
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Reply from Drewmatic Automatic Driving School

Hi Hollie. Thanks for that lovely review for Craig and DrewMatic. We’re really happy that you enjoyed your time with us. Wishing You years and years of happy driving!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lyndsay

Lyndsay was the most patient, and nicest driving instructor I could have asked for. She was very knowledgeable and made understanding of roads, ect easy. I am so so grateful for being able to achieve something I have dreamed about for so so long, especially being able to brag about the 0 minors!!! I’d recommend this driving school and especially Lyndsay to anyone, thank you so much for everything.

March 4, 2024
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Reply from Drewmatic Automatic Driving School

Hello Amy!!! Thanks for taking the time to leave us a lovely review for our lovely Lyndsay!!! She’s one of the best!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great instructors

With my experience, my Instructor was very helpful, patient and supportive. He explained things well which made the experience more comfortable. I would recommend this school to anyone who is looking to start driving.

March 1, 2024
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Reply from Drewmatic Automatic Driving School

Thank you Anna for this super review. We’re really glad that you enjoyed your experience with us. Please drive safely using all of those skills that your instructor has taught you and have a wonderful time exploring with your new independence.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing instructors

I wish I could give more than 5 star! When I first started driving I had the worst anxiety ever, Andrew was so patient with me and really helped me get over some of my fears surrounding driving. I honestly couldn’t recommend this place enough and especially Andrew!

February 27, 2024
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Reply from Drewmatic Automatic Driving School

Thank you Niamh for this super review. We’re really glad that you enjoyed your experience with us. Please drive safely using all of those skills that Andrew has taught you and have a wonderful time exploring with your new independence. He’s a good lad!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience with driving lessons

Great experience for my driving lessons. Instructor was lovely and understanding. Highly recommend to anyone! Great service.

February 26, 2024
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Reply from Drewmatic Automatic Driving School

Hi Naomi. Thanks for the review. All the very best for the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience with Drewmatic and my…

Great experience with Drewmatic and my driving instructor Lyndsey. She learned me how to drive and got me through my test with zero driving faults in 8 months! Would 100% recommend this driving school

March 8, 2024
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Reply from Drewmatic Automatic Driving School

Hey Sarah. Thanks for the review. Ah that Lyndsay’s a good girl isn’t she!!! All the best for the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Drewmatic Driving Lessons

Clint was an amazing driving instructor who helped me pass first time. It was very easy to get started with lessons and he was very accommodating. Really recommend this company.

March 8, 2024
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Reply from Drewmatic Automatic Driving School

Hi Lucy. Thanks for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. On behalf of Clint and all the team we’d like to wish you all the very best for the future

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