Ed Boakes Driving School
Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire
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James Nixon
29 May 2026
REPORT
Passed my test first time thanks to Ed! Great instructor who is patient, friendly and explains everything clearly. He helped build my confidence and made lessons enjoyable. I always felt well prepared...
Passed my test first time thanks to Ed! Great instructor who is patient, friendly and explains everything clearly. He helped build my confidence and made lessons enjoyable. I always felt well prepared for each lesson and the test. Highly recommend!
Tanvir Butt
13 Apr 2026
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We had an excellent experience with Ed. Both of my daughters passed their driving tests thanks to Ed’s fantastic teaching.
He is incredibly patient, professional, and explains everything clearly, whi...
We had an excellent experience with Ed. Both of my daughters passed their driving tests thanks to Ed’s fantastic teaching.
He is incredibly patient, professional, and explains everything clearly, which really helped build their confidence on the road. His calm approach made lessons enjoyable and helped take away a lot of the nerves that come with learning to drive.
What really stood out was how supportive and encouraging he was throughout the whole process. He genuinely cares about his students doing well and becoming safe, confident drivers.
I would highly recommend Ed to anyone looking for a reliable and experienced driving instructor. Thank you again for helping both of my daughters pass!
andrew duffield
26 Jan 2026
REPORT
Have used Ed for both of my sons driving tests ( four years apart). Ed creates a calm atmosphere, and was always very patient with the boys, who have both passed thanks to his help. Booking and managi...
Have used Ed for both of my sons driving tests ( four years apart). Ed creates a calm atmosphere, and was always very patient with the boys, who have both passed thanks to his help. Booking and managing bookings through the app was super easy and intuitive. Ed is always responsive and helpful on text messages too . Couldn't recommend Ed enough.
Sam Dineen
23 Jan 2026
REPORT
Ed was a fantastic driving instructor who is always very patient and calm with you. He explained clearly how to improve my driving helping me to pass. Would recommend to anyone!
Lois Bunday
28 Oct 2025
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Such an amazing instructor, I passed within 11 months of driving. Ed explains things so well and has really helped me understand how to drive well in all traffic conditions. As well as this he is very...
Such an amazing instructor, I passed within 11 months of driving. Ed explains things so well and has really helped me understand how to drive well in all traffic conditions. As well as this he is very easy going and makes you feel relaxed through every lesson, would highly recommend!!
Rebecca Courtaux
20 Apr 2017
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Excellent value for money and service! So pleased for our children who have both passed with Ed. Thanks Ed!
Shannon Demi Chantel Poo's
31 Mar 2017
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Absolutely great instructor couldn't have ask for someone better to learn my driving with. Highly recommend . Thankyou so much Ed �
Jack Backhouse
25 Mar 2017
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Great instructor. Always calm and makes you feel really comfortable. Ed doesn't just teach you to pass your test he teaches you to drive. Happy I chose ed and would recommend to anyone first time lear...
Great instructor. Always calm and makes you feel really comfortable. Ed doesn't just teach you to pass your test he teaches you to drive. Happy I chose ed and would recommend to anyone first time learning or trying again!!
Clare Harvell
23 Mar 2017
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Thank you Ed. Rebecca enjoyed her lessons and the learning process was well structured. I valued the weekly email with an update on her progress. Also the access to the online support for her theory w...
Thank you Ed. Rebecca enjoyed her lessons and the learning process was well structured. I valued the weekly email with an update on her progress. Also the access to the online support for her theory was very helpful.
Paige Kearney
20 Mar 2017
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Today I passed my driving test and it's all thanks to Ed Boakes, not only did he provide me with the correct information and resources he ensured that I had confidence in myself. My lessons with Ed we...
Today I passed my driving test and it's all thanks to Ed Boakes, not only did he provide me with the correct information and resources he ensured that I had confidence in myself. My lessons with Ed were always full of laughs and he truly is a great instructor.
Amy Pile
12 Feb 2017
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Felt very comfortable with Ed, always put me at ease,for years I had been a very nervous passenger that the thought of driving myself and others around scared me! Lots of fun with a great instructor ...
Felt very comfortable with Ed, always put me at ease,for years I had been a very nervous passenger that the thought of driving myself and others around scared me! Lots of fun with a great instructor :)
Jen Webb
31 Jan 2017
REPORT
A lesson with Ed was never a boring one! I was a very nervous learner after giving up on learning when I was 17 due to sheer terror of being on the road with other cars. After a 15 year gap, I decide...
A lesson with Ed was never a boring one! I was a very nervous learner after giving up on learning when I was 17 due to sheer terror of being on the road with other cars. After a 15 year gap, I decided to learn again and I could not have been happier with my choice of instructor. Ed immediately put me at ease and worked with me at a comfortable pace, but also at times pushing me out of my comfort zone in order to progress, always with the steady reassurance that I could do it! He not only taught me how to drive, but taught me how to drive well! He was patient with my hectic work schedule and always fitted me in when he could. He was also very patient with me!! Lol We had a lot of giggles along the way and I will definitely be back for my pass plus! A brilliant instructor and one I will never hesitate to recommend!! Thanks Ed!!! ��
Naomi Kearney
22 Dec 2016
REPORT
With thanks to ed, not only did I learn how to pass my test, but learn how to drive. Excellent teacher and would definitely recommend to any nervous drivers.
Rhiannon Jones
22 Dec 2016
REPORT
Great instructor, he never shouts and is always calm. Definitely teaches you how to drive properly, not just how to pass your test.
Shannon Pepper
18 Jul 2016
REPORT
I have now been driving for about a month and I couldn't feel more confident thanks to Ed. He is extremely reliable and makes you feel confident and passionate about learning to drive! Wouldn't of gon...
I have now been driving for about a month and I couldn't feel more confident thanks to Ed. He is extremely reliable and makes you feel confident and passionate about learning to drive! Wouldn't of gone with anyone else! I also managed to pass my test first time with only 3 minors!
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Ed Boakes Driving School
Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire
Business Hours
Monday
09:00AM-20:00PM
Tuesday
09:00AM-19:00PM
Wednesday
09:00AM-19:00PM
Thursday
09:00AM-19:00PM
Friday
09:00AM-19:00PM
Saturday
09:00AM-14:30PM
Reviews
James Nixon
29 May 2026
Passed my test first time thanks to Ed! Great instructor who is patient, friendly and explains everything clearly. He helped build my confidence and made lessons enjoyable. I always felt well prepared...
Passed my test first time thanks to Ed! Great instructor who is patient, friendly and explains everything clearly. He helped build my confidence and made lessons enjoyable. I always felt well prepared for each lesson and the test. Highly recommend!
Tanvir Butt
13 Apr 2026
We had an excellent experience with Ed. Both of my daughters passed their driving tests thanks to Ed’s fantastic teaching.
He is incredibly patient, professional, and explains everything clearly, whi...
We had an excellent experience with Ed. Both of my daughters passed their driving tests thanks to Ed’s fantastic teaching.
He is incredibly patient, professional, and explains everything clearly, which really helped build their confidence on the road. His calm approach made lessons enjoyable and helped take away a lot of the nerves that come with learning to drive.
What really stood out was how supportive and encouraging he was throughout the whole process. He genuinely cares about his students doing well and becoming safe, confident drivers.
I would highly recommend Ed to anyone looking for a reliable and experienced driving instructor. Thank you again for helping both of my daughters pass!
andrew duffield
26 Jan 2026
Have used Ed for both of my sons driving tests ( four years apart). Ed creates a calm atmosphere, and was always very patient with the boys, who have both passed thanks to his help. Booking and managi...
Have used Ed for both of my sons driving tests ( four years apart). Ed creates a calm atmosphere, and was always very patient with the boys, who have both passed thanks to his help. Booking and managing bookings through the app was super easy and intuitive. Ed is always responsive and helpful on text messages too . Couldn't recommend Ed enough.
Sam Dineen
23 Jan 2026
Ed was a fantastic driving instructor who is always very patient and calm with you. He explained clearly how to improve my driving helping me to pass. Would recommend to anyone!
Lois Bunday
28 Oct 2025
Such an amazing instructor, I passed within 11 months of driving. Ed explains things so well and has really helped me understand how to drive well in all traffic conditions. As well as this he is very...
Such an amazing instructor, I passed within 11 months of driving. Ed explains things so well and has really helped me understand how to drive well in all traffic conditions. As well as this he is very easy going and makes you feel relaxed through every lesson, would highly recommend!!
Rebecca Courtaux
20 Apr 2017
Excellent value for money and service! So pleased for our children who have both passed with Ed. Thanks Ed!
Shannon Demi Chantel Poo's
31 Mar 2017
Absolutely great instructor couldn't have ask for someone better to learn my driving with. Highly recommend . Thankyou so much Ed �
Jack Backhouse
25 Mar 2017
Great instructor. Always calm and makes you feel really comfortable. Ed doesn't just teach you to pass your test he teaches you to drive. Happy I chose ed and would recommend to anyone first time lear...
Great instructor. Always calm and makes you feel really comfortable. Ed doesn't just teach you to pass your test he teaches you to drive. Happy I chose ed and would recommend to anyone first time learning or trying again!!
Clare Harvell
23 Mar 2017
Thank you Ed. Rebecca enjoyed her lessons and the learning process was well structured. I valued the weekly email with an update on her progress. Also the access to the online support for her theory w...
Thank you Ed. Rebecca enjoyed her lessons and the learning process was well structured. I valued the weekly email with an update on her progress. Also the access to the online support for her theory was very helpful.
Paige Kearney
20 Mar 2017
Today I passed my driving test and it's all thanks to Ed Boakes, not only did he provide me with the correct information and resources he ensured that I had confidence in myself. My lessons with Ed we...
Today I passed my driving test and it's all thanks to Ed Boakes, not only did he provide me with the correct information and resources he ensured that I had confidence in myself. My lessons with Ed were always full of laughs and he truly is a great instructor.
Amy Pile
12 Feb 2017
Felt very comfortable with Ed, always put me at ease,for years I had been a very nervous passenger that the thought of driving myself and others around scared me! Lots of fun with a great instructor ...
Felt very comfortable with Ed, always put me at ease,for years I had been a very nervous passenger that the thought of driving myself and others around scared me! Lots of fun with a great instructor :)
Jen Webb
31 Jan 2017
A lesson with Ed was never a boring one! I was a very nervous learner after giving up on learning when I was 17 due to sheer terror of being on the road with other cars. After a 15 year gap, I decide...
A lesson with Ed was never a boring one! I was a very nervous learner after giving up on learning when I was 17 due to sheer terror of being on the road with other cars. After a 15 year gap, I decided to learn again and I could not have been happier with my choice of instructor. Ed immediately put me at ease and worked with me at a comfortable pace, but also at times pushing me out of my comfort zone in order to progress, always with the steady reassurance that I could do it! He not only taught me how to drive, but taught me how to drive well! He was patient with my hectic work schedule and always fitted me in when he could. He was also very patient with me!! Lol We had a lot of giggles along the way and I will definitely be back for my pass plus! A brilliant instructor and one I will never hesitate to recommend!! Thanks Ed!!! ��
Naomi Kearney
22 Dec 2016
With thanks to ed, not only did I learn how to pass my test, but learn how to drive. Excellent teacher and would definitely recommend to any nervous drivers.
Rhiannon Jones
22 Dec 2016
Great instructor, he never shouts and is always calm. Definitely teaches you how to drive properly, not just how to pass your test.
Shannon Pepper
18 Jul 2016
I have now been driving for about a month and I couldn't feel more confident thanks to Ed. He is extremely reliable and makes you feel confident and passionate about learning to drive! Wouldn't of gon...
I have now been driving for about a month and I couldn't feel more confident thanks to Ed. He is extremely reliable and makes you feel confident and passionate about learning to drive! Wouldn't of gone with anyone else! I also managed to pass my test first time with only 3 minors!
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