Mark Whalen School Of Motoring
Jarrow, Tyne and Wear
Reviews
James Dixon
15 Apr 2026
REPORT
Excellent teacher. Explained topics thoroughly in an easily digestible way. Taught me to drive not just to pass my test.
Aidan Smith
27 Apr 2022
REPORT
I was very nervous about driving, however, Mark immediately reassured me and gave me the confidence and knowledge to develop my skills. His commitment to his customers is outstanding and the resources...
I was very nervous about driving, however, Mark immediately reassured me and gave me the confidence and knowledge to develop my skills. His commitment to his customers is outstanding and the resources he provided for me, including video summaries, were above and beyond expectations.
Mark is very patient and understanding I appreciated immensely his emphasis on safety and road awareness. I do not think I would enjoy driving so much if it wasn't for this approach.
I would recommend Mark to anyone considering to learn driving and couldn't be more thankful to him.
Jessica Marson
14 Apr 2022
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I would 100% recommend Mark if you're looking for someone to put you at ease when you're learning. Nerves and lack of confidence are my weakest points. Mark was calm, patient, very understanding and s...
I would 100% recommend Mark if you're looking for someone to put you at ease when you're learning. Nerves and lack of confidence are my weakest points. Mark was calm, patient, very understanding and so easy to talk to. He picked up on my learning style and tailored the lessons to how I learn and understand best. With my very tight work schedule Mark managed to give me the same day and time slot for my lessons every week which was a great help! He had so much confidence in me even when I didnt he gave me the boost I needed and I passed first time! His tips/tricks & videos are a great help, he was always a text message away if I needed anything
jemma Kelly
17 Nov 2020
REPORT
Best thing I ever done doing my lessons and mark is so patient, calm and very reassuring which is helpful as he keeps you calm under stressful situations..... Passed first time with the help of my dri...
Best thing I ever done doing my lessons and mark is so patient, calm and very reassuring which is helpful as he keeps you calm under stressful situations..... Passed first time with the help of my driving instructor Mark who is in my opinion one of the best in his profession. Would highly recommend to anyone who is wanting to start their lessons.
Eve Nicholson
30 Jun 2018
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Would highly recommend Mark, amazing driving instructor!! He makes you feel at ease and helped build my confidence massively. Couldn’t have done it without him!
Sinead Emma McCauley
29 Jun 2018
REPORT
Would fully recommend Mark! I passed first time due to Mark giving me the confidence to be a good driver! He's got the patience of a saint and goes over everything you feel like you struggle on! Could...
Would fully recommend Mark! I passed first time due to Mark giving me the confidence to be a good driver! He's got the patience of a saint and goes over everything you feel like you struggle on! Couldn't of asked for a better instructor!
Natalie Kelly
1 Dec 2016
REPORT
amazing instructor with the patients of a saint! would recommend to everyone, couldnt have passed without mark! x
Natalie Kelly
9 Nov 2016
REPORT
amazing instructor with the patients of a saint! would recommend to everyone � couldnt have passed without mark! x
Melanie Omand
22 Apr 2015
REPORT
Excellent driving instructor and would recommend him to anyone. Puts you at ease straight away and has total patience with his pupils. Wouldn't have went with anyone else.
Allan McMillan
22 Apr 2015
REPORT
Mark is an amazing instructor. He has all the time in the world for you and will help you in any way he can. He gave me back my confidence and made driving enjoyable again. Thank you
Bert Moncur
22 Apr 2015
REPORT
Mark is a very experienced driver trainer teaching his pupils not only to drive but safe driving for the rest of their lives .so if you want the best for yourself or child choose Mark
Jamie Thompson
22 Apr 2015
REPORT
Mark helped me find confidence in my driving (which I certainly didn't have) and has the patience of a saint! I got through my test first time and honestly cannot recommend him enough - he's an incred...
Mark helped me find confidence in my driving (which I certainly didn't have) and has the patience of a saint! I got through my test first time and honestly cannot recommend him enough - he's an incredible instructor. Don't waste your time with a company that thinks in pound signs - go with mark!
Liam Mccauley
22 Apr 2015
REPORT
Amazing instructor! Patience of a saint and highly recommended.
Allan McMillan
14 Dec 2014
REPORT
Mark is an amazing instructor. He teaches in a calm and structured way that makes you feel comfortable and relaxed. Even if you don't grasp something straight away you'll never feel like you're being ...
Mark is an amazing instructor. He teaches in a calm and structured way that makes you feel comfortable and relaxed. Even if you don't grasp something straight away you'll never feel like you're being told off, just guided in the right direction. Mark moves lessons along at your pace and progresses things along only when you're ready. Honestly I can't thank him enough.
Jack Young
14 Dec 2014
REPORT
Mark is an exceptional driving instructor who goes out of his way to ensure you gain all the skills you need to pass your test. Probably the friendliest and most enthusiastic driving instructor there ...
Mark is an exceptional driving instructor who goes out of his way to ensure you gain all the skills you need to pass your test. Probably the friendliest and most enthusiastic driving instructor there is! Has to be the best instructor out there! Would highly recommend to anyone, all round great instructor!
sophie Thackeray
13 Dec 2014
REPORT
Such a professional driving instructor. Mark made me feel relaxed and comfortable in every lesson, his style of teaching is second to none! Mark was able to spot my weaknesses and help me to improve a...
Such a professional driving instructor. Mark made me feel relaxed and comfortable in every lesson, his style of teaching is second to none! Mark was able to spot my weaknesses and help me to improve as well as giving me praise for my efforts. Excellent value for money and a very patient and reliable tutor. I would recommend Mark to anyone thinking of taking lessons!
A Google User
15 Dec 2009
REPORT
Great driving instructor. Very professional and friendly. Passed first time. Would recomend to everyone.
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Mark Whalen School Of Motoring
Jarrow, Tyne and Wear
Reviews
James Dixon
15 Apr 2026
Excellent teacher. Explained topics thoroughly in an easily digestible way. Taught me to drive not just to pass my test.
Aidan Smith
27 Apr 2022
I was very nervous about driving, however, Mark immediately reassured me and gave me the confidence and knowledge to develop my skills. His commitment to his customers is outstanding and the resources...
I was very nervous about driving, however, Mark immediately reassured me and gave me the confidence and knowledge to develop my skills. His commitment to his customers is outstanding and the resources he provided for me, including video summaries, were above and beyond expectations.
Mark is very patient and understanding I appreciated immensely his emphasis on safety and road awareness. I do not think I would enjoy driving so much if it wasn't for this approach.
I would recommend Mark to anyone considering to learn driving and couldn't be more thankful to him.
Jessica Marson
14 Apr 2022
I would 100% recommend Mark if you're looking for someone to put you at ease when you're learning. Nerves and lack of confidence are my weakest points. Mark was calm, patient, very understanding and s...
I would 100% recommend Mark if you're looking for someone to put you at ease when you're learning. Nerves and lack of confidence are my weakest points. Mark was calm, patient, very understanding and so easy to talk to. He picked up on my learning style and tailored the lessons to how I learn and understand best. With my very tight work schedule Mark managed to give me the same day and time slot for my lessons every week which was a great help! He had so much confidence in me even when I didnt he gave me the boost I needed and I passed first time! His tips/tricks & videos are a great help, he was always a text message away if I needed anything
jemma Kelly
17 Nov 2020
Best thing I ever done doing my lessons and mark is so patient, calm and very reassuring which is helpful as he keeps you calm under stressful situations..... Passed first time with the help of my dri...
Best thing I ever done doing my lessons and mark is so patient, calm and very reassuring which is helpful as he keeps you calm under stressful situations..... Passed first time with the help of my driving instructor Mark who is in my opinion one of the best in his profession. Would highly recommend to anyone who is wanting to start their lessons.
Eve Nicholson
30 Jun 2018
Would highly recommend Mark, amazing driving instructor!! He makes you feel at ease and helped build my confidence massively. Couldn’t have done it without him!
Sinead Emma McCauley
29 Jun 2018
Would fully recommend Mark! I passed first time due to Mark giving me the confidence to be a good driver! He's got the patience of a saint and goes over everything you feel like you struggle on! Could...
Would fully recommend Mark! I passed first time due to Mark giving me the confidence to be a good driver! He's got the patience of a saint and goes over everything you feel like you struggle on! Couldn't of asked for a better instructor!
Natalie Kelly
1 Dec 2016
amazing instructor with the patients of a saint! would recommend to everyone, couldnt have passed without mark! x
Natalie Kelly
9 Nov 2016
amazing instructor with the patients of a saint! would recommend to everyone � couldnt have passed without mark! x
Melanie Omand
22 Apr 2015
Excellent driving instructor and would recommend him to anyone. Puts you at ease straight away and has total patience with his pupils. Wouldn't have went with anyone else.
Allan McMillan
22 Apr 2015
Mark is an amazing instructor. He has all the time in the world for you and will help you in any way he can. He gave me back my confidence and made driving enjoyable again. Thank you
Bert Moncur
22 Apr 2015
Mark is a very experienced driver trainer teaching his pupils not only to drive but safe driving for the rest of their lives .so if you want the best for yourself or child choose Mark
Jamie Thompson
22 Apr 2015
Mark helped me find confidence in my driving (which I certainly didn't have) and has the patience of a saint! I got through my test first time and honestly cannot recommend him enough - he's an incred...
Mark helped me find confidence in my driving (which I certainly didn't have) and has the patience of a saint! I got through my test first time and honestly cannot recommend him enough - he's an incredible instructor. Don't waste your time with a company that thinks in pound signs - go with mark!
Liam Mccauley
22 Apr 2015
Amazing instructor! Patience of a saint and highly recommended.
Allan McMillan
14 Dec 2014
Mark is an amazing instructor. He teaches in a calm and structured way that makes you feel comfortable and relaxed. Even if you don't grasp something straight away you'll never feel like you're being ...
Mark is an amazing instructor. He teaches in a calm and structured way that makes you feel comfortable and relaxed. Even if you don't grasp something straight away you'll never feel like you're being told off, just guided in the right direction. Mark moves lessons along at your pace and progresses things along only when you're ready. Honestly I can't thank him enough.
Jack Young
14 Dec 2014
Mark is an exceptional driving instructor who goes out of his way to ensure you gain all the skills you need to pass your test. Probably the friendliest and most enthusiastic driving instructor there ...
Mark is an exceptional driving instructor who goes out of his way to ensure you gain all the skills you need to pass your test. Probably the friendliest and most enthusiastic driving instructor there is! Has to be the best instructor out there! Would highly recommend to anyone, all round great instructor!
sophie Thackeray
13 Dec 2014
Such a professional driving instructor. Mark made me feel relaxed and comfortable in every lesson, his style of teaching is second to none! Mark was able to spot my weaknesses and help me to improve a...
Such a professional driving instructor. Mark made me feel relaxed and comfortable in every lesson, his style of teaching is second to none! Mark was able to spot my weaknesses and help me to improve as well as giving me praise for my efforts. Excellent value for money and a very patient and reliable tutor. I would recommend Mark to anyone thinking of taking lessons!
A Google User
15 Dec 2009
Great driving instructor. Very professional and friendly. Passed first time. Would recomend to everyone.
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