Thanks to Martin for your patience and calm as I finally passed my driving test the week. It has been an incredible journey made easier by your understanding and clear instructions. Tuesday mornings will never be the same but already looking for my first car. Thanks again Martin. Read Less

Drivings cool allowed me to pass my driving test last year! Martin was my instructor, he was so patient and calm which made me feel so much more at ease therefore helping me get through learning and the test. Couldn’t recommend him enough! Read Less

I grew up in the States, but recently moved to Edinburgh. I had been driving in the States for 20 years or so, but my US license was no longer valid, so I had to sit the driving exam. Having heard about numerous driving exam failures from fellow expats, I decided it would be best to take lessons. I'm very glad that I did, and even more glad that I chose Calum with Driving's Cool. Calum was extremely professional and helpful. He showed up on the dot for every single lesson, and was communicative about any disruptions to our lesson schedule. The lessons, which he expertly tailored to my particular level of experience, prepared me for every possible scenario that the driving examiner might throw at me. On the day of the exam, there were literally zero surprises, and I passed with only a single minor fault. Cheers to Calum and everyone at Driving's Cool! Read Less

I had initially started learning to drive in Glasgow but due to a new job, had to find an instructor in Edinburgh, get used to a new car, and comfortable in a new, unfamiliar city. As a naturally nervous driver, Martin was happy to teach me at a pace that suited me and for me to take my test when I felt 100% ready. I'm absolutely delighted to say that I passed this week first time and with only 5 minor faults. Martin's high standards of teaching and encouragement helped me feel confident and safe on the road. Huge thanks, Martin!! :) Read Less

Do not recommend!!!! More than 30 hours of driving with Joana, and pushed to buy more hours. 5 days before exam got message from my instructor to buy and intensive course and to change exam date. Happy to change for different instructor. Do not recommend ! Read Less

I have just passed my practical test yesterday, can't explained I pleased I am😉. I been taking lessons from Helen McCarty- simply a very professional instructor who made the learning process very exciting! I felt she was a very keen guide on safe driving, and didn't make me feel stressed during difficult situations e.g complicated large roundabouts. I would recommend driving cool without any hesitation. Many thanks for your services to the community. Read Less

Helen was FANTASTIC! I've had my American license for 14 years and she helped me to kick all those bad habits you tend to establish after driving for so long. Passed first time round and couldn't be more pleased. Thanks so much, Helen! Read Less

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I had 30 hours of driving lessons from an instructor called TONY THOMPSON (Worked for Driving's Cool and now working for Catz-i). The first few lessons went well, but after a while, Tony became a very impatient teacher and would often scold or criticise me. For example, before a round-about I made a mistake and went in the wrong lane. I apologised then asked for a solution and his only reply was “All there is left to do is crash?!”. He has made snide racist remarks such as, “In this country we drive on the left” (at this point we had been driving together for 28 hours already). 
He was extremely short tempered and it was common for him to get mad at me for making small mistakes for something he had never taught me. On another instance, during the first time he taught me parallel parking, his impatience was exemplified through his complaints and constant sighs, as “I was learning too slow”. A common lesson with Tony, would be him giving me directions, criticising my driving, scolding me and very rarely ever teaching me anything. 
Overall, Tony Thompson absolutely ruined my experience learning how to drive. He shattered my confidence and caused me to become more stressed whilst I was driving. At one point, he even threatened to “floor me” (i.e punch me). During one lesson, I told Tony that I was trying my utmost best and he said to me that “it simply was not enough”. A teacher/instructor should always be patient with their students, regardless of their learning ability. After 30 hours with Tony Thompson, I think labelling him as a instructor would be disrespectful to all other honourable driving instructors out there that are actually patient and respectful to their students. Tony Thompson should be stripped of his Driving Instructor License and should not be given the responsibility and privilege of teaching new learners. His actions, should NOT represent any of the schools that he worked/working for, as they had no part to play. Read Less

Having never been behind the wheel prior to these lessons, I was pretty reluctant to start driving in Edinburgh while being used to right-hand roads, a full time student and not able to practise driving outside lesson times. However I found that Calum was an amazing teacher, very calm and cheerful at all times (even when I wasn't). An hour and half a week over the last 4 months with him has prepared me perfectly for my test. On the day of my test he was so supportive and prevented me from stressing too much, which is always nice. I will really miss our weekly lessons! Read Less

Andy was a brilliant instructor - patient, easy going, punctual, he explained things very well. I had not driven at all before I signed up for lessons with him and I passed my first test. Helen who arranged first lessons was very helpful and quick with her replies. Highly recommended. Read Less