LPOD Academy Reviews 72

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great! Made driving seem simple and achievable. Knows how to prepare you mentally, I passed first time after only having 27 hours worth of lessons. Thank you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I contacted LPOD last minute about a driving test I had booked and needed an instructor. Without hesitation Rebecca was more than happy to help me. Literally the next day we did some hours driving and... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 Stars I had a great experience with LPOD Academy! The whole process was fast, friendly, and super efficient. From booking to passing my test, everything ran smoothly. My instructor was reliab... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do not go with LPOD unless you want to lose your money. I bought the 20 hour course for £1205 and went with an instructor called Becky. She only turned up to the first two days (2 x 4 hours), skipped... See more

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  1. Driving School

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Helping learner drivers like you pass their driving test seemlessly and quickly. We provide intensive courses that tailor learner's needs and remove the 'stress' from learning to drive. We learner drivers pass their theory & practical as smoothly as possible.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I chose a crash course as I kept…

I chose a crash course as I kept failing my test and needed to build up my confidence. LPOD booked me a test within a week of signing up and we’re able to change the date and time of my test quickly too as I was unhappy with this initially. I was paired with James in Southampton and I cannot thank him enough. He explained everything to me prior to the lessons starting, was an excellent teacher (better than any iv had before), made me feel at ease and taught me the easiest and safest ways to drive. I would recommend James to anyone and he’s a lovely person too. I finally now have my license and so pleased I decided to pick lpod otherwise I don’t know if I would’ve ever passed. Thankyou james and LPOD!

December 3, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very very disappointing

I'm always wary of companies that want paying upfront and then you are reliant on them delivering a service. The instructor didn't respond to texts and had to be constantly chased. With regard to re-sitting arrangements that has been a shambles. Booking tests in far away venues and the instructor has now retired and there has been no alternative offered. How can you prepare and sit a re-sit with no instruction or car available? I was reluctant to use LPOD but felt there was no alternative - i was right to be wary.

December 10, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

Hi Martin,

Thanks for your review. We are sorry to hear you feel your experience wasn't up to standard.

If we can help look into it further, please email customercare@lpodacademy.co.uk.

Best,
LPOD Tea

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This company was brilliant at getting…

This company was brilliant at getting our son a driving instructor at very short notice because we got a cancellation. And Becky his instructor was truly amazing. She went out of her way to help him. Thank you.

December 3, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

Hi Katrina,

thanks for your review! We were very glad to of helped at short notice.

And we hope your son is enjoying his newly earnt driving licence!

All the best,
LPOD Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Book with these guys!!

Easy start to finish.
Very informative and helpful, driving instructor Rebecca was fantastic, knowledgeable and very friendly, put my sons mind at ease. He passed 1st time!!

November 21, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

Hi Christopher, thank you for taking the time to leave this review! We are glad to hear your son passed the first time!

We wish your son the very best with his newly earnt driving licence!

Best,
LPOD Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I passed my test first time after a…

I passed my test first time after a 40hr intensive course.
I'd recommend LPOD Academy who ensured the process was fast and efficient throughout.

November 9, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

Hi Alexander, thanks for your review! We are happy to hear you passed your driving test! We wish you the very best with your driving! Best, LPOD Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very Good Overall

Everything with this process was fairly smooth. The closest they could book my course in for was about 2 months in advance, and the test about a few weeks after the course.

The instructor was very nice, an excellent teacher and I did pass first time!

The only thing that made me weary was that I had to transfer a large outstanding balance to the instructor who I'd never met before. I called LPOD and asked what guarantees they had in place to protect me in case the instructor ran off with my cash, to which they replied they didn't have any.

If they sort this out it would be a 10/10, but it's still good.

9/10 for me. Would recommend.

October 16, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

Hi Ben, Thanks for your review, we appreciate you leaving your feedback. We understand your concerns regarding the insurance, and will take this on board to help us improve our services for the future! We hope you enjoy your licence and the joys of what driving brings! Best, LPOD Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Couldn’t have asked for better…

Finally was able to pass first time with the help of lpod. They made everything super easy booking and rearranging my test meaning I could get on with my job with out the extra hassle of scheduling test dates.
A special thanks to claire who was the most amazing patient instructor who helped me pass first time!

September 28, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

HI Xanthe, thank you for your review! We are glad to hear you enjoyed the experience with us! We wish you the best with your newly earnt driving licence! All the best, LPOD Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

100% recommended!

Very good! You were very helpful when I struggled with the intensive side of things and supported me in going at my own pace. Also Chris the driving instructor was incredible! He knew exactly what I needed and was extremely accommodating when I had to change dates around. Also passed my test first time today!

September 23, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

Hi Martin, thanks for leaving a review! We are glad to hear you found us helpful. We wish you the very best with your newly earnt driving licence, and remember to stay safe when driving! Best, LPOD Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Genuinely a great Experience

Convenient and smooth service even with the current circumstances of waiting times. I managed to start my course and pass my test within 2 weeks!! with no Minors!!

A special thanks to Becky! Would recommend her to anyone learning to drive, she is very helpful and makes the whole course a fun learning experience whilst really putting you at ease and getting you in the right frame of mind. My experience would not have been the same without her! and I will miss having my lessons.

Would recommend LPOD for a fast learning experience, Especially Becky :)

September 15, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

Hi Bradley, thanks for leaving us a review! We are glad to hear the experience in your booking went well, and you found your instructor Rebecca great too! Enjoy your newly earnt driving licence! Best, LPOD Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SCAM ALERT!

SCAM ALERT!! THERE IS NO DRIVING TEST. THEY TAKE £500 DEPOSIT AND THERE IS NO TEST DATE. EVERY TIME MY LESSONS ABOUT TO START, TEST DATE COUNCILED 3 TIMES. BEEN WAITING A YEAR. GOING TO CITIZENS ADVICE TO FIND OUT MY OPTIONS ON GETTING £500 BACK. I SAID I WAS PISSED OFF WITH WAITING AND THATS VERBAL ABUSE? SNOWFLAKES!

September 12, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

Hi Wayne,

We are disappointed you felt it was necessary to leave this review.

We have informed you on multiple occasions the DVSA has changed your test. When test get changed by the DVSA this is unfortunately outside our control.

We would of resumed searching for another test date for you but after receiving verbal abuse we have decided to remove our participation.

Best,
LPOD Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Thanks to Claire I passed my test the first time! She's a very patient and friendly instructor who's good at helping you work on any weaknesses you have driving. I couldn't of asked for a better instructor :)

LPOD are good at getting back to you with any questions.

July 8, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

Hi Dan, thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We are glad to hear you passed your driving test with Claire! By doing an intensive driving course. And we wish you the very best with your newly eant driving licence! Best Regards, Luc

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great and easy service

Great and easy service! For what I got I believe it to be a good price! Paired me up with a great instructor and passed first time!
Literally can’t ask for better really! 30 hours over two weeks and boom! I’m a driver!
Thank you 🙏

July 6, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

Thanks for taking the time to leave this review! We are glad to hear you passed first time! We wish you the very best with your driving licence, and stay safe when driving! Best, LPOD Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly Recommend

The entire process with LPOD was a dream. From booking the course, to my first conversation with my instructor, to passing my driving test first time.

My instructor, Becky, was supportive, reassuring and helpful the whole way. We would always have a laugh and feel relaxed when driving and worked really hard on thinking positively and manifesting a pass.

I would highly recommend LPOD to anybody looking to complete an intensive driving course.

June 10, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

Hi Owen,

Thanks for leaving this review. We are glad to hear you had a great experience!

We wish you the very best with your newly earned driving licence & remember to stay safe!

All the best,
LPOD Team

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great overall but wait times...

Had a great overall time with them. COVID got in the way but other done that, I had a good time and got along with my instructor.

May 24, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

Hi,

Thanks for leaving this review. We understand COVID, may of got in the way and waiting times are undesirable. As of recently, the DVSA are taking action and putting measures in place to help the backlog. We are happy to hear you had a great experience, we wish you every success moving forward!

All the best,
LPOD Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I honestly had a fantastic experience…

I honestly had a fantastic experience with the Lpod academy. They found me a test date in very good time considering the current waiting list and my instructor was so quick to get in contact and sort out my availabilities for lessons. Becky has been my instructor and she is amazing. Dedicated and straight-talking, she’d always help me with nerves and worries. She knows exactly when nice words are needed and also slightly more direct ones!! Becky’s pretty much seen it all and I honestly think I couldn’t have done it without her. A first time pass all thanks to the incredible legend, Becky!

May 7, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

Hi Camilla, thank you for your email.

We appreciate you leaving some feedback. We're glad to hear you had a great experience with our instructor Becky!

Happy motoring and remember to stay safe when driving!

All the best,
LPOD Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Recommend 100%

Had a 30 hour course passed my test first time in 2 weeks. Big Thanks to Becky for being a great teacher, friendly and fun and gets the job done. Recommend 100%

May 2, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

Hi Moray,

Thank you for leaving some feedback!

We are happy to hear you passed and we wish you every success driving!

Stay safe and enjoy your newly earnt drivers licence!

All the best,
LPOD Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lpod Academy has been of great help…

Lpod Academy has been of great help with learning to drive, Becky from Banbury especially, she’s a great instructor and always on hand to help.

I strongly recommend Lpod Academy and a very huge thank you to Becky.

April 13, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

Hi Kwadwo, thanks for leaving your review! We are very happy to hear you passed your driving test. We are also glad to hear you recommend our services. We wish you all the best for your future driving endeavours!

Best,
LPOD Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I booked an intensive course and was…

I booked an intensive course and was lucky enough to get Becky. She really committed to help me get my full licence and didn’t ever give up despite some ups and downs.

Would fully recommend the service from LPOD academy and specifically Becky

April 8, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

Hi Sam,

Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We are glad to hear you felt your experience with Becky was great!

Best,
LPOD Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Definitely worth a booking!

Rebecca was an absolute hero during my lessons. Really sharpened everything up and we had a good laugh aswell! Very knowledgeable and a fantastic instructor. I pass with 1 minor and I've already recommended LPOD to friends. 👍

April 6, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely amazing

Absolutely amazing, no faults at all.

I passed my test first time , my instructor Jim was extremely patient and made me feel very comfortable considering I struggle alot with nerves.
He was very professional and he teaches you to the highest standard.
I can not recommend enough.

March 11, 2022
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Reply from LPOD Academy

Hi Kanya, thank you for leaving a review! We are glad you found your instructor Jim helpful! Well done for passing your test and we wish you all the best with your driving! Stay safe on the road too! LPOD Team

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