Reviews 2016

After passing my driving test first time with Mish Ward, I can highly recommend her for driving lessons, she gave me the confidence to believe in myself and I did it.

Heya mish! Just wanted to say thank you so much for helping me pass! I’ve really enjoyed learning with you and can’t wait to get on the road! Sophie

Massive thank you Mish for everything you’ve done. I felt so supported from start to finish. You made it an enjoyable experience!

Just want to say a massive thank you for everything! I didn’t think it would be possible but you know how it’s done! Thank you!

After having a couple of instructors already and one of them allowing me to do my test without all the training and confidence I needed, Stu helped me to gain the confidence I needed to drive independent.

Really enjoyed having lessons and learning from yourself! Made it fun and made driving seem simple. I’ll be sure to give you a wave around the town. Thanks for teaching me!

Thank you! You’ve finished off my driving tuition really well and I would recommend you to all my mates! Thank you for everything you’ve done, hope to see you on the road!

Very patient instructor as I was very nervous to learn to drive. Very good teacher and gave me confidence in myself to be able to drive. I would definitely recommend as a driving instructor.

Stu was a fantastic instructor. Had great patience and was an excellent teacher. I thank him for all his support and helping me into passing first time.

You have been very friendly and helpful, thank you so much!’ thank you again!

Stu was an amazing instructor, I didn’t think anyone would be able to tolerate teaching me but he did. He remained calm (even when I made stupid mistakes) great guy, I would recommend him to anyone.

I never wanted to drive, didn’t even like the idea of it. After my second baby I thought right now is the time. Michelle has been a dream to work with. I didn’t even Want to start the engine when I first met her. I absolutely love driving now and I believe without Michelle I would never have had the confidence to do this for my family.

I can not think of better driving instructors to go with other than Stu and Mish Ward. They both supported me massively through an emotional time and took the time and effort to take me through the theory in there spare time. I’m thoroughly grateful.

I cannot sing Stu’s praises enough! I was juggling learning to drive with running my own business and the birth of my son between lessons! Stu was flexible with times and worked around me wherever I needed to! His teaching was excellent, always calm (even when I was making stupid mistakes!) and always broke things down simply. I always felt that I was learning at a pace that suited me and Stu was more than accommodating to my needs! I learnt to drive confidently and safely much quicker than I had anticipated and passed first time! Massive thanks to Stu for putting up with me and getting me over the line! I would recommend Stu to anyone!

Mate your an absolute legend and thanks for sticking with me! Cheers Stu it’s been awesome!

Driving with Mish has been an educational, enjoyable and eye opening experience! As an instructor she makes you feel at ease and comfortable behind the wheel from day 1. I looked forward to our lesson together each week gaining skills and sharing laughter. Thank you!

I was thinking “Whether you want to pass your test or simply take a refresher course, Stu & Mish Ward’s Driving School is the way forward. Their expertise coupled with firm but fair attitude allowed me to pass my theory & test first time. Highly recommended.

Mish was an amazing instructor and kept me calm throughout my whole driving experience . She has made me feel confident on the roads and is was very kind and patient . I highly recommend , thank you for all your help.

Stu is a very calm and approachable guy. I loved my experience of learning to drive with him, couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. He’s very patient and relaxed and is very good and teaching how to drive and not just how to pass. I will be recommending him to all my friends.

When I began driving I was a nervous person, but Stu made me feel relaxed and installed confidence in myself. Stu is a very professional and approachable instructor, and is very easy to talk to and express how to feel with regards to certain aspects of driving. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for any driving tuition.

Thank you so so much for being my instructor and putting up with me for these past few months! You’re an amazing instructor who is very patient and understanding. I’ll be recommending you to all of my friends. Thanks for everything!

Mish is such a brilliant driving instructor she’s really made me confident on the roads and within myself, when I first started I was really nervous about driving but Mish makes driving really comfortable and enjoyable I really enjoyed having lessons with her and I would recommend her to anyone!

I am so very grateful to Mish for helping a very nervous new driver have a success first time pass, with professionalism and a good sense of humour. A true instructor dedicated to teach to drive not just to pass. High recommend.

Couldn’t have asked for a better, more talented, friendly and supportive instructor. Stu managed to tutor me on all the basics of driving, but also much more advanced skills, making the lessons always enjoyable and worth the cost 100%.

Mish has a very calm way of teaching and has a laugh with you which helps so much when learning to drive! Thank you for everything highly recommend couldn’t of done it without you.

I loved learning to drive with Mish, It was really fun and each lesson i could see myself gaining confidence and new skills, any questions i had were always answered and Mish was always very supportive and kind. i would 100% recommend learning with Mish to anyone.

Learning to drive with Mish was one of the best experiences I’ve had! She was very patient and friendly which made me feel at ease! I would highly recommend Mish ward!

I can honestly say that if Stu can get me to pass a test first time, being an older and very nervous driver, then he can teach anyone – thanks so much for your patience and persistence – going to miss the laughs we had.

I really enjoyed learning with you. Each lesson was different, varied and fun which meant I looked forward to them each week! Thank you Mish for teaching me how to drive for myself and not just how to pass the test!

Mish was the best driving instructor that I could’ve ever asked for. After putting off learning to drive for a couple of years, I finally built up the courage and gave Michelle a ring. I was very nervous on my first lesson, but Michelle was very patient and understanding. She helped me gain confidence and believed in me when I didn’t. Michelle’s fun personality made me feel that I was learning with a friend. 100% would recommend to anyone.

Stu is a very friendly talkative character which made me feel extremely relaxed, he is a very professional instructor with brilliant teaching ability, overall I really enjoyed my learning experience and I would highly recommend learning with Stu Ward.

Mish ward is an excellent and very professional driving instructor, I would recommend her to anyone, she made me fell very at ease and it boosted my confidence as a driver, she’s the best instructor anyone could ever have!!

Stu is an amazing driving instructor who allows you to progress and develop efficiently! When learning with Stu, there’s the perfect balance of criticism and enjoyment whilst driving! He doesn’t teach you to pass the test, he teaches you to safely drive for life. Thank you so much Stu, couldn’t of done it with out you!

Well, what’s it like being taught to drive by your parents…? Some would think it’s easy and others would think that it’ll be the most difficult thing in the world. I found it to be first; with mum and dad I found the right mix of support from a parents point of view and constructive criticism and professionalism from the instructors point of view! My driving experience is one I’ll never forget, full of nervousness but also achievement. I can honestly say that I wouldn’t of got through it if it wasn’t for them. Thank you!

I thought that every lesson I had with you was very enjoyable with funny moments but also very professional at the same time. You taught me everything I needed and made me confident in everything that I was doing. I’m very grateful for your help and getting me out on the road in quick time but made sure that everything I did helped me stay safe.

Thank you so much Mish Ward you have been a fantastic teacher I wouldn’t recommend anyone else apart from you and stu thanks for the laugh I’m sure I will see you again or when your walking your dogs!

Fantastic driving instructor, she made each lesson calm and the way she teaches makes everything so easy. Michelle ward always makes you feel confident in the car and always in control of the car, Michelle never gives up on her students and the hard work shows by passing on my second attempt, I show my respect to Michelle and so thankful for everything she has done for me. Any student would be lucky to have Michelle as a instructor. Many thanks.

Can’t fault Michelle Ward as a driving instructor! Every lessons was different and tailored around my weak points. Always made enjoyable while still learning new things each time. Thoroughly looked forward to each lesson as with such a friendly person! Would highly recommend anyone looking!!

I throughly  enjoyed my experience with Stu and he made the lessons fun by incorporating everyday life with driving. I shall look into completing the Pass Plus with him as well. Stu & Mich come highly recommend from me!

“Stu is a great driving instructor and is always patient and supportive during lessons. He has helped me gain confidence and I would recommend him to anyone who wants to learn to drive. Thanks Stu!”

“Mish was approachable, reliable, knowledgeable and overall a great instructor. She gave me confidence in my own ability and was always willing to answer any question that I had. Not only did I feel she went out of her way to give me lessons at times that I could do, but she made them enjoyable and always made me feel relaxed behind the wheel. All in all I would recommend Mish to anyone looking to learn how to drive and I am extremely grateful for helping me pass first time!”

“Yeah I’m soooo happy and relieved I’ve passed I’ve had such an enjoyable learning experience – all lessons were thorough, well explained and patient. All questions I ever had were answered and most importantly, i had a lot of fun! I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a new driving instructor.”

“Stu has been a brilliant instructor and was always calm and so patient with me. After a bad experience with another instructor, Stu really built my confidence. I’d highly recommend”

“Stu is a fantastic instructor who is very patient, and has been a great help when I got stressed out. He is very friendly which makes the lessons much more enjoyable, and I will definitely recommend him to my friends.”

“Very professional, very effective, great teaching attitude, dependable. Thank you.”

After losing the enjoyment for driving under my previous instructor, switching to Stu was the best decision I could have made. He gave me confidence behind the wheel and ensured that I found driving an enjoyable experience again. Stu is such a kind guy who gave me great support and advice when learning to drive. He is an excellent instructor so I would definitely recommend him to anybody learning to drive! Thanks for everything!

“Stu was the best instructor I could’ve asked for. He’s patient, encouraging, and has really great techniques for helping you through manoeuvres which makes them feel a lot easier! Stu also works in a fab sense of humour throughout his lessons that adds an all round positive touch and sense of fun to your driving experience”. Would highly recommend!

Stu Ward is an excellent driving instructor who always made me feel comfortable when driving. He is very patient, friendly and understanding. I would recommend to anyone who is learning to drive.

Michelle was an amazing instructor! After a bad experience with a different instructor she was amazing at keeping me calm and helping me regain my confidence. She is truly a fabulous teacher!

I found that you were patient and helpful when learning and that I’d recommend you because you’re easy going and able to have a laugh which makes it easier to learn due to being in a happy atmosphere

Just wanted to say a huge thank you to my instructor Michelle. I enjoyed every single lesson and always looked forward to them, we always had such a laugh and after starting my lessons with Michelle I didn’t realise how much I didn’t learn from previous instructors. Michelle really helped me grow as a driver and every lesson I gained so much confidence. I would recommend to everyone who is looking to learn because of the kindness and patience I experienced with Michelle”. I will miss our lessons, thank you again and all the best!

Thanks so much for the last 2 months, it’s been so much fun and have never thought learning could be so much fun with a driving instructor. Definitely the best best one I have had.

Stu Ward was the ideal driving instructor, a brilliant teacher that consistently gave clear and effective instructions. His reassuring presents made the whole experience easier, more fun and more efficient. He was very very patient with me as a student and helped out in anyway that he possibly could. Overall perfect instructor who’s very enjoyable person to drive with

If you’re thinking about learning to drive, choose Stu. From start to finish he gave me the confidence and knowledge to not just pass my test but to be a good driver afterwards. He lets you go at you’re own pace whilst still encouraging you to take the next step forwards. Cheers again Stu.

‘I really enjoyed learning with Stu, he really made me feel at ease and gave me so much confidence in myself. Stu goes the extra mile to ensure that you have the skills and confidence to drive once you’ve passed your test, as well as to pass your test; first time in my case. I would highly recommend Stu to anyone of any age, first class instructor!’

Thanks for helping me pass!

Really enjoyable lessons and Mish helps you to stay confident throughout by talking and giving clear comments. Helping you though any areas that need work and makes sure that you understand, as well as making sure that you are ready for the test to increase the chance of a pass 1st time

My experience with Mish was professional, concise and fun. Safety was paramount which I found to be comforting and definitely helped during the test and with lessons. Would absolutely recommend to anyone.

I found learning with you very easy as you are very friendly and worked on my weaknesses which got me through first time. You also you helped me through my theory when I was struggling which was very helpful.

Stu is a very clear and easy to understand instructor, making learning to drive an enjoyable and stress free experience.

I had a great time learning with Stu, he’s great to talk to which helped to keep me calm when I was trying new things, yet he kept me focused on what I was doing at the same time. Stu has taught me to an extremely high quality which has been shown through my own family commenting on my great driving. He is an awesome guy who is awesome at his job! Extremely highly recommend!

Thank you so much for everything and all your hard work over the past few months with me! Thanks for continuing to put up with me. You’ve really improved and helped maintain my confidence in the car, and I 100% feel a much safer driver on the roads thanks to your instruction. Definitely recommending you to any of my friends. Thank you again and I’m sure I’ll see you out and about soon enough.

If you are worried about learning to drive, Stu puts you at ease with his calm and friendly atmosphere where you are allowed to work at your own pace. He is really calm and patients regardless of how many mistakes you make and always encourages you to improve in a really nice way. Thank you Stu!

Thank you so much again for everything!!

I would highly recommend Stu Ward. From the first lesson to the last lesson he filled me with confidence and made me feel safe and comfortable. Stu is also friendly, very professional and doesnt just teach you to past your test. Every lesson is fun and enjoyable and Stu makes every lesson different. Definitely highly recommend and wouldn’t choose anyone else

Stu was a great teacher teaching me how to not only how to pass the test but how to drive, also adapting his teaching methods to your situation. Thanks again.

A big thanks for getting me through my test and for always putting me at ease. You have been very helpful with my theory as well. I couldn’t of wished for any more help.

Stu is very supportive and put me at ease through all my lessons. Very down to earth and always clear instructions I looked forwards to my lessons every week. I highly recommend him.

Stu has helped me so much to grow in confidence with my driving. He made me feel ready and prepared for me test and always offered help to any queries I had. I would always recommend Stu to anyway who asked, and thank you again

Mish is a very friendly instructor. Open and honest from the get go! Passed first time :Michelle understood my needs as a pupil and made a perfect plan of action for my lessons in the run up to my test. Massive thanks!

Stu is a very good instructor who is flexible and makes learning easy and fun! I felt very prepared for my test!

I was very satisfied with my driving training from Stu ward, a really calm instructor who provides a really good service and has helped me become confident in driving. Thank you, wouldn’t have done it without you!

The service I got from Stu ward driver training was professional and good value for money. Stu and Michelle made me feel comfortable and relaxed at all times. Thank you Stu for my 1st time pass.

With great encouragement from stu I gradually became a more confident driver. Excellent instructor with great people skills, would highly recommend to anyone.

Stu was incredibly patient when i first started. Id like to thank him for being so friendly and encouraging. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending him to anyone else.

Thank you Michelle. I’ll have to say you and Stuart are the best driving instructors in Barnstaple by far. Easy to get along with, relaxed, friendly and professional. I’m so glad I passed having you as my driver instructor. Thank you for all your help over the last few weeks.

Stu is a really great teacher who helped me get test-ready and beyond. It’s brilliant how he goes beyond what you need to know just to get through your driving test and instead focuses on making you a better driver in the future. I don’t think I could’ve passed first time if I didn’t have such a good instructor.