The Green Cat Driving School Reviews 244

TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Looking at 56 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their exceptional teaching skills, patience, and ability to build confidence. Many highlight the clear instructions and supportive atmosphere provided by instructors, which made the learning process enjoyable and effective. People frequently mention passing their driving tests on the first attempt, attributing their success to the high quality of instruction and personalized approach. The user experience is often described as excellent, with many appreciating the comfortable and encouraging environment created by the instructors. The service is noted for its professionalism and dedication to helping learners become safe and confident drivers.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing help from my instructor Carl with not only the actual driving test but helped with theory finding different ways to help me. Showed me different ways to remember how make sure I'm at correct s... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Dave’s dedication to his students is unmatched. An incredibly patient, calm instructor - would highly recommend to anyone. I struggle a lot with anxiety and chronic fatigue syndrome, and he always did... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Alex created a comfortable and encouraging atmosphere from the second I got into the car. Extremely patient and knowledgable, I cannot thank him enough for preparing me for my theory and practical. I... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had Lexy as my driving instructor. She’s kind, supportive and very knowledgeable. She has a strong passion behind her to make sure that I not only passed my test, but that I was confident on the roa... See more

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  1. Drivers License Training School

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We are a carbon neutral driving school based in Southport.


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5.0

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

244 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful and friendly

Dave was very friendly and supportive, as well as a clear and constructive teacher. Wouldn't've wanted anyone else to help me before my exam!

September 13, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks a lot Joanna, really happy you managed to get this sorted after the first cruel blow with the cancelled test.
Was really fun helping you.
Beep. David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great driving lessons

Had lessons with Dave, great instructor. Very calm and knowledgeable and I passed first time.

September 4, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks a lot Chris, really enjoyed our lessons. Was great to see your confidence develop so rapidly.
Best of luck with the engineering course. David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic!

Had lessons with Alex who was fantastic! A great teacher who was very attentive, knowledgeable and enthusiastic about what he does. He challenges you in the right way to put you in the best position to pass your test. Thank you so much for teaching me to drive!

August 23, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Hi Jack,

What can I say - thank you! You absolutely smashed it, you really did! I really enjoyed our lessons, your aptitude towards learning to drive was superb, with some really engaging and challenging questions - this really cemented to me that you knew your stuff and were ready for the roads.

Finally, I really enjoyed our debates about music, and now I'm a fully converted Roxy fan, and I'm also safe in the knowledge about my Harrison thoughts.....take care mate, keep in touch. Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you so much

Alex is a very good instructor. Even though I was nervous to drive for quite awhile, he will make sure you know what you're doing. Explains stuff very well to make sure you definitely understand what to do. Also very reliable, will let you know if there's cancellations so you can pick up more lessons.

August 17, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks Lesley, what can I say? I'm super proud of you, definitely we had some tough times but massive kudos to you for sticking with it and coming through the test with an outstanding 1 minor. Superb! Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Well what can I say now my feet are back on the ground?

Well what can I say now my feet are back on the ground following my successful test today?
Alex at Green Cat is a complete gem of an instructor. Always patient and understanding - he allows you to learn and develop at your own pace. But with the right amount of can do attitude to push you to excel. I can not recommend him enough and the only downside is I will miss our weekly catch ups!

August 15, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks Helen, kind words indeed! We had such fun, I really enjoyed our lessons, I can't believe I only found out about our joint love of Peter Kay literally right at the end of our lessons.

You did extremely well today, very impressive drive, and especially considering the length of the test.

Give us a wave on the road. Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Alex is a SUPREME Driving Instuctor

Alex is a SUPREME Driving Instuctor

After trying a few instructors and finding we just didn’t gel Alex was the best I could have hoped for. He is equipped with all the latest equipment and has a genuine passion for teaching people how to drive and an excellent teaching style. He clearly likes teaching students and nothing was too much trouble he is always available to talk on WhatsApp and answer any queries or worries you have and will msg you back at 8 o clock in the morning if he’s not in a lesson. I can’t recommend Alex enough and thanks to the Green cat I passed first time! If you are looking for an instructor who wants to and will do everything he can to get you passed and on the road than look no further…..the Green cat is here! (MEEEOOOWWW)

July 26, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks Sam, it was an absolute ball mate and I thoroughly enjoyed all our lessons. Shame I couldn't be there on the day, but so proud of how you nailed it. Well done and give us a wave on the road. Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

David Joker from the Green Cat Driving School

I started my journey with Dave last July on my 17th birthday and today managed to pass my test first time! He’s friendly, made my experience enjoyable and I felt at ease every lesson because of Dave. He pushed me season after season to be the best I could be, explained everything amazingly, had lots of resources to go back and look over if in need of reassurance and overall would highly recommend him.

July 24, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Huge congratulations on your first time pass Katie-li, really made up for you. You were huge fun to teach.
Stay safe out there. And on Laddie!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

David thought me how to drive in 4…

David thought me how to drive in 4 months. He just cares so much about his pupils. Very reasonably priced, I had no other training apart from his lessons, and I passed with 2 minor faults. A great driving school without a doubt. Thank you very much.

July 21, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

So, so relieved you managed to get the re-test done and took care of business Manuel, I'd have been heartbroken if you left the area without this.
Super nice guy, really enjoyed teaching you Manuel. Best of luck on your new adventure. David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thankyou Alex!

Alex was absolutely amazing. He was so helpful when needed, talked through everything perfectly. He was also great company and a really, really great person.
I had my initial driving test cancelled and, as a result, Alex was constantly checking for cancellations and managed to get one for 5 days later.
I really enjoyed my lessons and can't thank him enough.

July 11, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks Oli, it was my pleasure, and I'm really going to miss our lessons. Stay safe on the road and send us a pic when you get a car sorted. Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

David Jonker from Green Cat Driving School

I’ve been driving with David Jonker from green cat driving school for about 3 months and today was the day that I have passed my driving test, the thing I like about David is that he throws you in the deep end and wants you to excel, he is really patient and explains everything really well to test level standards and provides students with a resource that they can refer back to when unsure or struggling with certain skills needed to pass a test, as well as being on point with everything he is so friendly and welcoming and can have a laugh, so I would recommend green cat highly for new drivers.

June 27, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks a lot Jake. Massive well done for you solid effort, start to finish. Inspiring stuff. Apply yourself like that to everything in life and you'll go far. See you down the road! David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend doing my lessons with…

Highly recommend doing my lessons with Dave, very patient and helpful I always felt comfortable.
Lessons were never late

June 20, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks Kyle. Really made up for your first time pass. You worked harder than Jordan Pickford under Lampard for this. Really great meeting you, really enjoyed the lessons. Best of luck for the future. Dave

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience

My instructor David Jonker was really patient and understanding. He was explaining everything in an easy friendly way. He was the key point for me passing my driving test first attempt. Thank you Green Cat

June 3, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Really well done for your great first time pass Mazher. I really enjoyed meeting you and hopefully soon it'll be your turn to be the instructor on the windsurf! David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great

Great instructor and helped me pass first time!

May 30, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks Zoe, ZERO minors and a first time pass. So proud, well done! Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Best Driving School

I've just passed my test and I have Alex at the Green Cat Driving School to thank for it!

I had a few different instructors over the years and Alex was by far the best. I started to think I would never pass but Alex gave me the confidence I could do it, was very patient with me and made the lessons enjoyable. Most importantly, he is very knowledgeable and knew how to get me through the test.

I would genuinely recommend the Green Cat Driving School to anybody looking for driving lessons!

May 12, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks Craig, the dedication you put in was mind blowing - well done, no more early starts at the train station. Keep in touch and good luck with the future. Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

David Jonker was my instructor and all…

David Jonker was my instructor and all in all he was brilliant. He was so patient with me and calm which really helped me not to get anxious but also really funny which chilled me out a lot being able to have a laugh! It was a really enjoyable experience and his teaching methods obviously worked because I passed first time! He was also really flexible fitting in with uni timetables changing constantly and provided really good feedback and videos and visuals which were so useful in the run up to my test. Overall it was a really good experience and I'd recommend to everyone.

May 22, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Made up with your massive SLAY Lucy, really well done. You worked so hard and thoroughly deserved your first time pass.
I really enjoyed teaching you Lucy and had many great laughs. I wish you the best of luck for the rest of University and future housemates. David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Alex is a very helpful and reliable…

Alex is a very helpful and reliable driving instructor always on time and never let me down by cancelling any lessons. He is very thorough teaching you and goes through your mistakes time and time again so you get things right. I would definitely recommend Alex for anyone who’s learning to drive.

May 22, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks Yvonne, it was my pleasure, and I'm so pleased for you - you worked so hard. Well done! And a big thanks also to your partner for taking you out and supporting the learning process throughout. Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Recommend to anyone !

Had David as an amazing instructor, would recommend to anyone ! So relaxed and kind , made me pass first time !

May 12, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks a lot for the kind words Libby. Was awesome to meet you and delighted with your first time pass. Look forwards to watching Kubrick Stare some time 🙂 take care. David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

David was an amazing driving…

David is an amazing driving instructor, he put me at ease on every lesson. He was punctual, and I credit my passing first time to his patience and dedication. I will be recommending David to anyone learning to drive. Can not thank him enough.

May 13, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks a lot for your kind words Chloe. Was really delighted you got your first time pass at such a cruical time. You worked so hard for it, it was thoroughly deserved. Was great meeting you. Take care. David

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

i passed my test first time!

i passed first time with alex, he’s an amazing instructor and so supportive!

May 5, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Thanks Leilanie, you did a wonderful job, very proud of you. Remember to give a wave when we pass on the road. Thank you, Alex

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly and communicative- great…

Friendly and communicative- great experience highly recommend

April 29, 2023
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Reply from The Green Cat Driving School

Huge well done for your excellent first time pass Shea. Was great fun meeting you. Best of luck for your exams and university. David

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