JDS Driving School
Darlington, County Durham
Reviews
Emma Leonhardsen
15 Jun 2026
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David was a fantastic driving instructor and I couldn't recommend him more. He always took the time to talk things through clearly and explain everything in a way that made sense. He was incredibly pa...
David was a fantastic driving instructor and I couldn't recommend him more. He always took the time to talk things through clearly and explain everything in a way that made sense. He was incredibly patient and would go over things as many times as needed until I felt comfortable and confident.
Before learning with David, I had a bad experience with another instructor which really knocked my confidence. I honestly never thought I would become a good driver or even get my licence. David completely changed that. He helped me build my confidence, improve my driving skills, and believe in myself behind the wheel.
Thanks to his support, patience, and excellent teaching, I did really well in my driving test. If you're looking for a driving instructor who genuinely cares about his students and wants them to succeed, David is the one to choose.
Nauka Patel
12 Jun 2026
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David has been the best driving instructor over the past 8 months. He's taken me from a v nervous driver to passing first time. He's very calm, takes the time to explain everything, is pragmatic about...
David has been the best driving instructor over the past 8 months. He's taken me from a v nervous driver to passing first time. He's very calm, takes the time to explain everything, is pragmatic about driving and I couldn't recommend him more highly to anyone. He even arranged a mock test for me, which helped me hugely in preparing for the real thing. I couldn't have done it without you!
Nicholas Bell
30 May 2026
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Just passed with JDS instructor David, thank you and I would recommend to use JDS instructor is very knowledgeable and extremely good at his job. Once again David lad thank you……. Passed first time 😁
Kurt brownless
20 Apr 2026
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David is a fantastic driving instructor! I'm a nervous person and he made me feel easy straight away! He is very calm and knowledgeable person who makes you feel calm and confident! Thank you again Da...
David is a fantastic driving instructor! I'm a nervous person and he made me feel easy straight away! He is very calm and knowledgeable person who makes you feel calm and confident! Thank you again David best instructor in town!
Joshua Ansah Henaku
7 Jan 2026
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David is an excellent driving instructor who knows his stuff and is able to convey lessons in a simple and easy to understand way, with great illustrations and useful tips.
What stands out for me is h...
David is an excellent driving instructor who knows his stuff and is able to convey lessons in a simple and easy to understand way, with great illustrations and useful tips.
What stands out for me is his people skills, sense of humor, how he patiently corrects mistakes and always tries to boost your confidence with positive feedback and encouragement.
I passed my test 3 days ago with 2 minors and I'm glad I went with JDS.
Thanks David. I enjoyed our many conversations while driving which helped keep the nerves down.
saim khawar
29 Apr 2018
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David is a great driving instructor, boosts up your confidence and knows your weaknesses in the first lesson and focuses on them thereafter. He gave me a 1 month timeline which I followed and cleared ...
David is a great driving instructor, boosts up your confidence and knows your weaknesses in the first lesson and focuses on them thereafter. He gave me a 1 month timeline which I followed and cleared the test with a blank sheet. Thumbs up!
Ben Gargett
16 Feb 2018
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David is a great instructor. I previously had a driving instructor who did not teach me to drive safely. David focused on this and made me a very safe and confident driver which allowed me to pass my ...
David is a great instructor. I previously had a driving instructor who did not teach me to drive safely. David focused on this and made me a very safe and confident driver which allowed me to pass my test with one minor. Every minute spent in the car with David was great, he is great to talk to and will keep you very calm. You can tell he is very passionate about his job. Definitely the best driving instructor around!
Martyn Edmonds
15 Feb 2018
REPORT
I passed my driving test and pass plus with David.
He is more of a friend than an instructor. If your looking for a comfortable and at ease experience then I recommend David teach you to drive. 100% t...
I passed my driving test and pass plus with David.
He is more of a friend than an instructor. If your looking for a comfortable and at ease experience then I recommend David teach you to drive. 100% the best decision you will ever make.
Craig Morrison
7 Nov 2017
REPORT
Thankyou David!!
From the first lesson I was confident I had chosen the right driving school! David was excellent at keeping me calm and correct and kept on teaching me throughout my lessons. I did my...
Thankyou David!!
From the first lesson I was confident I had chosen the right driving school! David was excellent at keeping me calm and correct and kept on teaching me throughout my lessons. I did my theory whilst learning to drive and he helped me pass that first go and just this morning I passed my driving test first attempt aswell! Would highly recommend JDS driving school!Thankyou again.
Tom Allan
29 Jul 2017
REPORT
David was an excellent driving instructor who was always friendly, funny and patient with me. When I started I had never driven a car before and by the time I got to my test I passed first time with z...
David was an excellent driving instructor who was always friendly, funny and patient with me. When I started I had never driven a car before and by the time I got to my test I passed first time with zero faults. I would definitely recommend David to anyone learning to drive.
Daniel Cairney
24 Apr 2017
REPORT
100% recommend - Great instructor, Great Car , Great Service!
Ranked 149th out of 7,775 UK Driving Schools
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Monday
Mon
09:00AM-19:00PM
Tuesday
Tue
09:00AM-19:00PM
Wednesday
Wed
09:00AM-19:00PM
Thursday
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09:00AM-19:00PM
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09:00AM-19:00PM
Saturday
Sat
09:00AM-17:00PM
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JDS Driving School
Darlington, County Durham
Business Hours
Monday
09:00AM-19:00PM
Tuesday
09:00AM-19:00PM
Wednesday
09:00AM-19:00PM
Thursday
09:00AM-19:00PM
Friday
09:00AM-19:00PM
Saturday
09:00AM-17:00PM
Sunday
09:00AM-17:00PM
Reviews
Emma Leonhardsen
15 Jun 2026
David was a fantastic driving instructor and I couldn't recommend him more. He always took the time to talk things through clearly and explain everything in a way that made sense. He was incredibly pa...
David was a fantastic driving instructor and I couldn't recommend him more. He always took the time to talk things through clearly and explain everything in a way that made sense. He was incredibly patient and would go over things as many times as needed until I felt comfortable and confident.
Before learning with David, I had a bad experience with another instructor which really knocked my confidence. I honestly never thought I would become a good driver or even get my licence. David completely changed that. He helped me build my confidence, improve my driving skills, and believe in myself behind the wheel.
Thanks to his support, patience, and excellent teaching, I did really well in my driving test. If you're looking for a driving instructor who genuinely cares about his students and wants them to succeed, David is the one to choose.
Nauka Patel
12 Jun 2026
David has been the best driving instructor over the past 8 months. He's taken me from a v nervous driver to passing first time. He's very calm, takes the time to explain everything, is pragmatic about...
David has been the best driving instructor over the past 8 months. He's taken me from a v nervous driver to passing first time. He's very calm, takes the time to explain everything, is pragmatic about driving and I couldn't recommend him more highly to anyone. He even arranged a mock test for me, which helped me hugely in preparing for the real thing. I couldn't have done it without you!
Nicholas Bell
30 May 2026
Just passed with JDS instructor David, thank you and I would recommend to use JDS instructor is very knowledgeable and extremely good at his job. Once again David lad thank you……. Passed first time 😁
Kurt brownless
20 Apr 2026
David is a fantastic driving instructor! I'm a nervous person and he made me feel easy straight away! He is very calm and knowledgeable person who makes you feel calm and confident! Thank you again Da...
David is a fantastic driving instructor! I'm a nervous person and he made me feel easy straight away! He is very calm and knowledgeable person who makes you feel calm and confident! Thank you again David best instructor in town!
Joshua Ansah Henaku
7 Jan 2026
David is an excellent driving instructor who knows his stuff and is able to convey lessons in a simple and easy to understand way, with great illustrations and useful tips.
What stands out for me is h...
David is an excellent driving instructor who knows his stuff and is able to convey lessons in a simple and easy to understand way, with great illustrations and useful tips.
What stands out for me is his people skills, sense of humor, how he patiently corrects mistakes and always tries to boost your confidence with positive feedback and encouragement.
I passed my test 3 days ago with 2 minors and I'm glad I went with JDS.
Thanks David. I enjoyed our many conversations while driving which helped keep the nerves down.
saim khawar
29 Apr 2018
David is a great driving instructor, boosts up your confidence and knows your weaknesses in the first lesson and focuses on them thereafter. He gave me a 1 month timeline which I followed and cleared ...
David is a great driving instructor, boosts up your confidence and knows your weaknesses in the first lesson and focuses on them thereafter. He gave me a 1 month timeline which I followed and cleared the test with a blank sheet. Thumbs up!
Ben Gargett
16 Feb 2018
David is a great instructor. I previously had a driving instructor who did not teach me to drive safely. David focused on this and made me a very safe and confident driver which allowed me to pass my ...
David is a great instructor. I previously had a driving instructor who did not teach me to drive safely. David focused on this and made me a very safe and confident driver which allowed me to pass my test with one minor. Every minute spent in the car with David was great, he is great to talk to and will keep you very calm. You can tell he is very passionate about his job. Definitely the best driving instructor around!
Martyn Edmonds
15 Feb 2018
I passed my driving test and pass plus with David.
He is more of a friend than an instructor. If your looking for a comfortable and at ease experience then I recommend David teach you to drive. 100% t...
I passed my driving test and pass plus with David.
He is more of a friend than an instructor. If your looking for a comfortable and at ease experience then I recommend David teach you to drive. 100% the best decision you will ever make.
Craig Morrison
7 Nov 2017
Thankyou David!!
From the first lesson I was confident I had chosen the right driving school! David was excellent at keeping me calm and correct and kept on teaching me throughout my lessons. I did my...
Thankyou David!!
From the first lesson I was confident I had chosen the right driving school! David was excellent at keeping me calm and correct and kept on teaching me throughout my lessons. I did my theory whilst learning to drive and he helped me pass that first go and just this morning I passed my driving test first attempt aswell! Would highly recommend JDS driving school!Thankyou again.
Tom Allan
29 Jul 2017
David was an excellent driving instructor who was always friendly, funny and patient with me. When I started I had never driven a car before and by the time I got to my test I passed first time with z...
David was an excellent driving instructor who was always friendly, funny and patient with me. When I started I had never driven a car before and by the time I got to my test I passed first time with zero faults. I would definitely recommend David to anyone learning to drive.
Daniel Cairney
24 Apr 2017
100% recommend - Great instructor, Great Car , Great Service!
Ranked 149th out of 7,775 UK Driving Schools
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