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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Considering 189 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company, highlighting the truly exceptional quality of the driving lessons and services provided. Customers frequently praise the professional driving instructors for being extremely patient, calm, and encouraging, which significantly helps nervous learners feel comfortable and confident behind the wheel. Learners note that staff members explain everything clearly and provide thorough, constructive feedback, enabling students to progress rapidly and pass their tests on the first try. Consumers also deeply appreciate the flexible scheduling, reliable logistical support, and positive communication that make the entire learning journey completely stress-free, highly supportive, and deeply enjoyable throughout.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My daughter passed her test first time with Rob as an instructor. She went from a nervous, shy girl to a confident, chatty young lady behind the wheel in no time. Brilliant instructor who gradually... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I did my driving lessons with Gary and was an excellent driving instructor. Made me comfortable and made me feel confident in the car. He was always ready to answer my questions and give me extra les... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My son passed today after learning with Claire through Fordys. Claire was amazing with Riley and they built a good relationship. Riley looked forward to going to his lessons and always came home with... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would 100% refer fordys to anybody! Rob has helped me in the best way possible with all my needs and i passed my test today with 2 minors only being with him 3 months. I’m not the most confident per... See more

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  1. Driving School
  2. Drivers License Training School

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Welcome to Fordy’s driving school.Back to back Winners of driving school of the year 2025 & 2026!!We are based in Bristol. We cover all areas of Bristol, Bath and Warminster, Stonehouse, Quedgeley, Stroud,Dursley. We offer Manual and Automatic lessons.We are great with nervous beginners as well as the more experienced learners. We can offer a wide range of lesson options. We also offer Pass Plus courses and Motorway lessons. Please message us if you have any questions or would like more information.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jack Ambrose

Jack Ambrose was my instructor best I could have ever asked for forever greatful for his help reassurance and support. Helped me to achieve a pass!!

May 14, 2026
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Thanks for the kind words and congratulations again 🥳🚘🏁

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Matt was brilliant!

Matt was brilliant!!
Cold instructor and I passed first time!!

May 14, 2026
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Thanks for the kind words and congratulations again 🥳🚘🏁

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Affordable, reliable and friendly driving school!

I’ve had such a great experience, and my instructor, Alanna, has been absolutely amazing throughout! So supportive, patient and incredibly helpful at every stage of my learning. I especially appreciated how flexible she was with my chaotic university schedule, which made everything so much less stressful. If you’re looking for an affordable, reliable driving school with friendly, professional instructors who genuinely care about your progress, I would highly recommend them!

May 12, 2026
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Thanks for the kind words and congratulations again 🥳🚘🏁

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Passed 2nd time!

Tracey is a great instructor, I was a very nervous beginner and she took things nice and slowly with me, pushing me but on my pace. Big fan of the instructors being able to add notes and reminders on the app

May 12, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jack was a really nice instructor and…

Jack was a really nice instructor and really helped me with so many things I was struggling with and got me to pass on the end.

May 13, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Gregg was great at instructing me on my…

Gregg was great at instructing me on my flaws and I would take on board what feedback he gave in order to apply it from lesson to lesson. Very patient and helps allow you to pick up skills in your own speed. Passed 1st time and appreciate his time and effort with me through my learning.

May 13, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent instructor Rob

I would just like to say my driving instructor rob is absolutely amazing we get along so well so much more better than bubble as bubble driving skl was rude and I was not looking forward to lessons with them where as fordys I look forward to every lesson I have

May 12, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The beat driving school in Bristol

The beat driving school in Bristol, Glynn was such a good instructor and was so patient with me because i was nervous at the start, he helped feel calm and make me feel totally at ease within just a few lessons and explained everythingso well, im glad he was my instructor and I picked Fordy's Driving School to learn with

May 11, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best Instructor and school

I couldn’t recommend Fordys enough. I had Dave Hawkins, he is the absolute best driving instructor going. Every lesson I felt progress was made and when the time came to take my test I felt more than prepared. Each lesson was made around me and never felt like a chore and were always relaxing.

May 11, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great driving instruction

Sam was an incredible driving instructor - calm, reassuring and the right level of nit picking to make the test feel like a breeze after sessions with him. Not an over reliance on jargon, mnemonics and other cliche techniques, but actually learning to drive in a safe and confident manner with real advice that is useful, rather than just a way of passing a test. The regular reviews and reflections on progress felt helpful, and clear communication made it simple. Can’t recommend him enough.

May 8, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Rob was brilliant I was a very nervous…

Rob was brilliant I was a very nervous driver at the start and he helped me to gain my confidence. Passed first time and I cant thank Rob enough. Would definitely recommend Rob as he is kind and a great instructor.

May 8, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just had my first lesson with Rez and…

Just had my first lesson with Rez and and the lesson made me feel a lot more comfortable driving and boosted my confidence and it was easy to learn from him as he told me how to fix things instead of telling me what i was doing wrong.

May 6, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fordys is such a great Driving school

Fordys is such a great Driving school. Claire who is my instructor got me passed with only 2 minors after a failed test with another driving school. Claire helped me build my confidence to succeed in passing definitely reccomend.

May 2, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

1st time passes for part1,2,and3 with Fordy’s!

I managed to pass my part1 , part2 and part 3 training with Fordy’s and it only took me 10 months and I passed all tests 1st time! I'm the worse person to doubt my own abilities but Alan always told me I could do it and yesterday I gained my ADI badge to become an official driving instructor! I attended weekly training sessions with the lovely Paul (trainer) and he supported me right the way through, I couldn't of done it without him! we always had a laugh during our training and he made me feel at ease which every single training session helped boost my low self-esteem thank you so much Paul you're amazing! also other ADIs/PDIs helped me through the process by letting me sit in their lessons to observe or giving me advice or lending me books ect! I am so happy that I choose Fordy’s to do my training with to become a driving instructor it's been the best decision I've made to change my career! Thank you to everyone who helped me on my journey 💚💚💚

May 1, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

sam was very helpful and funny

sam was very helpful and funny. Makes good jokes and makes you feel comfortable and at ease. i highly recommend him as i passed first time with only 1 minor.

April 30, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

1st time, 2 minors, thank you Gary

Flipping Gary man. I passed first time with 2 minors and there's no-one I can commend more than Gary Instruction himself. If you get Gary, consider yourself lucky because you're in good hands. Cheers mate, you get five stars, from me and from me again. That's 10 stars.
On a serious note, you or your child will be in very good hands much like I was. I cannot recommend him enough. Thank you Gary. Lots of love, ChWi

April 29, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Can't rate highly enough!

Having been messed around by 4 previous instructors with my older two children, Gary was a breath of fresh air and an amazing instructor.

My son had a regular slot for which Gary was always on time for (unlike previous instructors) and my son absolutely loved his lessons despite being unsure whether he wanted to learn or not.

Within 6 months my son had a first time pass with just two minors................would highly recommend, thank you!

April 29, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My daughter passed her test first time…

My daughter passed her test first time with Rob as an instructor. She went from a nervous, shy girl to a confident, chatty young lady behind the wheel in no time. Brilliant instructor who gradually built her confidence and brought her driving on tremendously. Can’t recommend highly enough. Thanks Rob and Fordys

April 29, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fordys is such a great driving school

Fordys is such a great driving school. Tracey was my instructor and she never gave up on me. Not only has she helped me pass my test, but my confidence in myself has increased by a lot. Such a great teacher.

April 28, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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Sam is a great driving instructor, very thoughtful and patient. He made my experience learning to drive better than I could have imagined, highly recommend!

April 28, 2026
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Thanks for the kind words and congratulations again 🥳🚘🏁

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