Jake Charlesworth PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor  Reviews 21

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From day one, Jake was incredibly supportive, patient, and genuinely wanted me to succeed. He always explained things clearly, made me feel comfortable behind the whee and pushed me to build my con... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Passed first time today with 3 minors! Jake is very knowledgable and patient. Learning to drive with him was fun and I always felt safe and supported. Would highly recommend!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

kept cancelling my lessons or been late and would not always contact me to let me know if this was been cancelled. after going without a driving lesson for weeks and been cancelled on again last minut... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jake was truly patient and motivated when teaching. He not only instructed the right way to drive, but also demonstrated it to me. He is always open to students' opinions too and knows how to rectif... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fabulous

Passed first time today with 3 minors! Jake is very knowledgable and patient. Learning to drive with him was fun and I always felt safe and supported. Would highly recommend!

January 26, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Instructor!

Today I have passed my Driving test from the first time. I want to say Big thank you to Jake! He is an amazing teacher. If you want to feel comfortable and relaxed during your driving sessions, I strongly recommend you to have lessons with Jake.

January 15, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

kept cancelling my lessons or been late…

kept cancelling my lessons or been late and would not always contact me to let me know if this was been cancelled. after going without a driving lesson for weeks and been cancelled on again last minute i said i didnt want to carry on with the lessons anymore and asked what for the company information to raise my concerns- he said he didnt work for a company but after explaining to him i knew he did he then gave me details of the company he no longer works for and when asking for the 3rd time if he works for MJ he said "not anymore" when he has just started with them , this was not the only lie/ i asked him why he had blocked me on facebook which he said he hasnt which he has blocked myself and my sister in hopes we would not be able to leave a honest review. He then rang the company he works for to get his account in first and text me saying he has made them aware . when i spoke to the manager at MJ she lied and said she had not spoken to Jake today when infact she had as he told me - please note when calling her back and alerting her of this she did apologise. Jake would often get his partner to message me or tell me his partner is going to sort things out when my lessons where only with him , lessons where added on without me been consulted first. Almost every lesson i had with Jake he cancelled it last minute or was late or did not do the full lesson, to the point i was credited 30 mins free the a further 30 the another 30 because of all the mess about . which was cancelled again and i was not refunded for this as him and the manager said this was "given out of good will" . when i expressed my upset i did not get an apology once or any form of professionalism , i got lies and disrespect.

January 14, 2026
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Reply from Jake Charlesworth PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor

Thank you for your review. I’m sorry that you feel dissatisfied with your experience and I appreciate the opportunity to respond.

There were a small number of occasions where lessons had to be rearranged, and it’s important to provide context. One cancellation was due to my father being seriously unwell, another was caused by an unexpected vehicle issue, and on another occasion I was delayed due to being held up at a driving test centre. In each instance, I communicated this and ensured that no lesson time was lost, with lesson credits added in good faith.

I am a self-employed instructor and have been affiliated with different driving schools at different times. This was never intended to mislead, and I provided the details requested when asked.

I strongly disagree with several statements made in this review and do not believe it accurately reflects events. I would also like to note that this review has been posted under a name that does not match my records.

Regarding social media, my Facebook account is a personal account. For professional boundaries, I do not communicate with students via personal social media and reserve the right to block or remove students where appropriate. This was not done to prevent reviews being left.

Despite this, I regret that you feel let down and that we were unable to continue lessons. I wish you all the best with your driving journey going forward.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jake is a wonderful and very passionate…

Jake is a wonderful and very passionate driving instructor who always goes above and beyond for his students. I would recommend jake to anyone. A great instructor and a great friend
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

December 22, 2025
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Reply from Jake Charlesworth PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor

Thank you very much Maverick. It was an absolute pleasure helping you how to drive. You should be proud of your result today. I will see you again soon with your motorway lesson. Stay safe on the roads.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From day one

From day one, Jake was incredibly supportive, patient, and genuinely wanted me to succeed. He always explained things clearly, made me feel comfortable behind the whee and pushed me to build my confidence and skill.

Jake was always keen to see me progress and he focused each lesson to what I needed to improve most and never made me feel rushed or pressured. Thanks to his guidance, I went into my test feeling fully prepared and confident.

December 10, 2025
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Reply from Jake Charlesworth PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor

Thank you so much for your kind words — it really means a lot. I’m glad to hear you felt supported and comfortable throughout your lessons. You put in the hard work, stayed focused, and your progress showed every week.

It was a pleasure helping you build your confidence and skills, and I’m proud of how prepared you were going into your test. Well done, and thank you again for choosing MQW Driving School. If you ever need anything in the future, I’m always here to help.

— Jake

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The best forget the rest

Absolute gem squeezed me in at last minute brilliant instructor very professional made me feel confident and comfortable highly recommend

November 27, 2025
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Reply from Jake Charlesworth PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor

Thank you so much for your kind words — it really means a lot. I’m glad to hear you felt supported :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jake is honestly one of the best…

Jake is honestly one of the best driving instructors I have had, he is kind, caring and he listens and makes you feel safe and comfortable whilst driving. He brought back my confidence in driving and I couldn’t be happier. Honestly couldn’t recommend him more if you need lessons as he is someone I’d recommend to everyone!!

November 25, 2025
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Reply from Jake Charlesworth PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor

It really means a lot. I’m glad to hear you felt supported and comfortable throughout your lessons.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best instructor!

Thankyou Jake for guiding me through my driving journey! I recommend Jake so much, he’s very calm and informative, no question is a silly one! Thanks so much
#IPASSEDWITHJAKE

November 14, 2025
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Reply from Jake Charlesworth PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor

Thank you so much for your kind words — it really means a lot. I’m glad to hear you felt supported and comfortable throughout your lessons. You put in the hard work, stayed focused, and your progress showed every week.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The best driving teacher...

Jake was truly patient and motivated when teaching. He not only instructed the right way to drive, but also demonstrated it to me. He is always open to students' opinions too and knows how to rectify them.
Finally, Jake is friendly and it really helps to build your confidence on the roads. Moreover, he has a really sufficient technology in his car where students can discuss their learning via the digital materials he provides.
I highly recommend him as your next driving teacher. Good luck with all your journeys.

November 7, 2025
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Reply from Jake Charlesworth PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor

Thanks so much for the awesome feedback! I’m really happy to hear you enjoyed the lessons and felt more confident behind the wheel. Glad the demos and digital materials helped too! Appreciate the recommendation — wishing you all the best and safe driving out there! 🚗💨

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant

Jake stepped in to help me when my instructor had to pull out of my test a few days before. He's an absolutely wonderful instructor and did a great job at helping me get over my nerves! Thank you 🫶

September 9, 2025
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Reply from Jake Charlesworth PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor

Thank you so much for your kind words — it really means a lot. I’m glad to hear you felt supported and comfortable throughout your lessons. You put in the hard work, stayed focused, and your progress showed every week.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The perfect instructor!

Hands down the best instructor you’d find in and around East Leeds! 🌟
Had my test in Barnsley, Jake made sure that I nail every test route around that area. He drove me there for every lesson making sure I’m comfortable driving there.
Very warm and more of a friend than an instructor. I passed, mainly because the confidence he instilled in me.

Would 100% recommend!

August 30, 2025
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Reply from Jake Charlesworth PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor

Thank you so so much! You put so much effort in to your lessons 👏 💯 🙌 you deserved that pass today with only 4 minor faults in an area you wasn't too familiar with! A really difficult route too, stay safe and keep smiling 😃

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jake is really friendly and welcoming

Jake is really friendly and welcoming, he steadied my nerves straight away and made me feel so much more confident and less pressured. Definitely recommend

July 26, 2025
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Reply from Jake Charlesworth PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor

Thank you so much Ella 😁 your progress is going well 😊 im happy to hear that you feel confident on the road! 🚗

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lessons with Jake…

I have only had two lessons with Jake and feel so confident and relaxed his approach towards his students is so caring and kind. He has helped me improve my driving skills greatly in such a short space of time . i used to dread my lessons with my previous instructor he made me so nervous I have never had this with Jake i look forward to my lessons as his approach is key especially if your a nervous person like myself

August 26, 2025
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Reply from Jake Charlesworth PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor

Thank you very much Grace 😀☺️ its a pleasure to teach you, your driving is coming along brilliantly 👏 😀

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Passed my test thanks to the best instructor, Jake!

I am so happy to have passed my driving test, and it is all thanks to my instructor, Jake, from PassWith Driving School. His teaching methods are brilliant. He was so calm and clear, and he helped me correct the mistakes that made me fail in the past. He made me feel confident and ready for my test. If you want to pass your driving test, I 100% recommend asking for Jake. Thank you so much for everything!

August 14, 2025
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Reply from Jake Charlesworth PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor

Thank you very much for your kind words, congratulations on passing with only 2 minor faults, you did amazing, safe driving. And if you see us on the road dont forget to wave!! Happy driving 🚗 😄

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

When I first started to learn with…

When I first started to learn with PassWith, I had a small amount of experience on the road and driving in a manual car. But it had been a few years since my last lesson, leaving me being a lot less confident to start again.

Jake has not only helped me regain my confidence, but he helps me learn in the best manor. We all learn differently and at a different pace, and he is amazing at understanding where you are with your learning and how to push you forward to learn more and gain the confidence on the road. I would 1000% suggest anyone to learn with PassWith, and I look forward to passing my test with his teaching. Thank you very much!!

July 26, 2025
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Reply from Jake Charlesworth PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor

Thank you so much for your kind words! It’s been a real pleasure helping you rebuild your confidence and get back behind the wheel.

Everyone’s learning journey is unique, and I’m really glad to hear that the approach we’ve taken together is working well for you. You're making great progress every week, and I have no doubt you’ll be more than ready when test day comes.

Looking forward to seeing you continue to grow as a driver—let’s get that pass! 🚗💪

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jake is great!

I've been learning with Jake for the past few weeks, I have automatic licence but wanted to take the plunge into learning manual. Jake has helped ease my mind and confidence in the seat of a manual car. I would recommend him to anyone!

July 16, 2025
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Reply from Jake Charlesworth PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor

Thank you so much for your kind words 🙏 it was a pleasure teaching you Jess & your now much more confident and ready for that test in a couple weeks 😀

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Jake was an amazing instructor…

Jake was an amazing instructor throughout all my lessons , if it wasn’t him I wouldn’t have passed first time . I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor he was soo patient with me from the start all the way till the end . I would definitely recommend him

June 29, 2025
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Reply from Jake Charlesworth PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor

Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m really glad to hear you felt supported throughout your lessons—it was a pleasure helping you learn and grow in confidence behind the wheel. Passing first time is a fantastic achievement, and you should be proud of all the hard work you put in. Wishing you safe and happy driving ahead, and thanks again for the recommendation!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experience has been fantastic

My experience has been fantastic, I went from having 0 confidence to driving with full confidence . The instructor is absolutely amazing to pass your driving test 😁👍🏽

April 17, 2025
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Reply from Jake Charlesworth PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor

Thank you so much for your kind words! 🙌 We’re so proud of how far you’ve come — going from no confidence to driving comfortably is a huge accomplishment. Wishing you safe and confident driving always! 🚗😁👍🏽

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