PWL Driving School Reviews 90

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4.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I can’t recommend Paul highly enough! I passed my driving test first time, and a huge part of that is down to him. He’s incredibly patient, kind, and has a real knack for making you feel at ease behin... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Paul is a fantastic instructor. I found Paul after moving from the US and knowing I only had 1 year to drive on my foreign license. Although I had been driving 20 years, Paul helped me identify any “b... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Paul has been brilliant! We booked a number of double lessons after being scammed by a company that provides a National intensive program. Our son passed his test last week after a comparatively short... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New learners / Nervous Drivers Paul is incredible! Not only a genuinely lovely person but a brilliant and patient instructor who really cares about their students. Paul helped me build my confidenc... See more

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  1. Driving School
  2. Drivers License Training School

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PWL Driving School offers Automatic driving lessons in Alnwick, Amble, Ashington, Felton, Hadston Morpeth and Widdrington areas of Northumberland. I am a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor. PWL Driving School is your trusted partner for quality Automatic driving lessons in Northumberland. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your driving skills, our experienced instructors are here to help you become a confident and safe driver. Get started today and unlock the freedom of the open road. At PWL Driving School we believe that learning to drive should be affordable for everyone. We understand that getting your driver's licence is an important milestone in life, and we want to make it accessible to all. That's why we offer competitive prices. Our experienced instructors are dedicated to providing quality automatic driving lessons that are both affordable and effective. We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to become a safe and confident driver without breaking the bank. Join us today and start your journey towards affordable and reliable driving education! I provide a wide range of professional Driving Lessons to meet your needs. I promise to provide every service with a smile and to your highest level of satisfaction. We work with you to come up with the very best solutions for your challenges! with all the services you need all in one place.


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4.9

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/10 - would absolutely recommend

I can’t recommend Paul highly enough! I passed my driving test first time, and a huge part of that is down to him. He’s incredibly patient, kind, and has a real knack for making you feel at ease behind the wheel — learning never felt stressful or daunting with him. If you’re looking for an instructor who genuinely cares about your progress and makes the whole experience enjoyable, look no further. Thank you, Paul!

April 21, 2026
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Thank you for your kind review, I am pleased I was able to help you on your driving Journey.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

US to UK license, passed first time!

Paul is a fantastic instructor. I found Paul after moving from the US and knowing I only had 1 year to drive on my foreign license. Although I had been driving 20 years, Paul helped me identify any “bad habits” and knowledge gaps. He was very helpful and positive the whole way. He was a calming presence the morning of my test, and I passed first time with no faults. Thank you Paul for everything you taught me!

April 23, 2026
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Thank You Abbe, for lovely review, I was pleased to have been able to help you get your uk licence. Enjoy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thanks to Paul I got zero faults on my…

Thanks to Paul I got zero faults on my driving test! He’s an amazing instructor and I couldn’t recommend him enough! Thank you so much Paul

April 10, 2026
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Thank you Rebecca for your kind review, so pleased to been able to help you and your hard worked paid off by having a zero fault drive on your driving test.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing instructor

I honestly can't recommend and thank paul enough. Hes been amazing with me since the start of my journey, putting my nerves at ease and correcting my wrongs with really helpful advice along the way. I passed 1st time and I dont think i wouldnt of been able to do that without Paul's help and advice. 100% recommend him

January 15, 2026
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Thank you Katie for you lovely review, so pleased I was able to help you on your driving journey and been able help you first time.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Driving with Paul

Paul was great,very patient and took time to explain everything.Made me feel at ease.Made lessons interesting and made sure I understood everything.If your thinking about learning to drive I highly recommend you give Paul a ring I passed my test first time thanks to Paul 👍

December 9, 2025
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Thank you for your kind review. I was so pleased to help on your driving journey

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

If I could rate Paul 10/10 I would

If I could rate Paul 10/10 I would! Honestly cannot recommend or thank this man enough! From me being such a nervous driver to passing my test today! He has the patience of a saint!!
Again, Paul thank you so much and it was so lush to have you as a dricing instructor!

October 16, 2025
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Thank you Ciara. I was so happy to help you pass your driving test, I know how your nerves played a big part for your driving journey and you overcome them.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My driving instructor

My driving instructor, Paul, is a cracking instructor.

July 23, 2025
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Thanks Reece, Glad I have able to help you on your journey.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Where to start…

Where to start…
I would highly recommend Paul Watson for your driving instructor when you want to learn to drive. Paul was patient with me from start to finish, he was calm and gave reassurance when needed, if you struggled with anything he would explain clearly and be informative about the question you asked. Paul was chatty and kept your nerves at bay which I certainly needed. When it came to my test Paul was extremely helpful with tips and what needed to be done to improve my driving. I can’t thank Paul enough for his service if it wasn’t for him I wouldn’t of passed my driving test today and I’m on cloud 9 he’s the best 100%

July 25, 2025
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Thank You Sophie for your lovely review, I was pleased to have helped you on your driving journey.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect for Nervous or Neurodivergent Learners!!

If you're a nervous/neurodivergent/older learner, Paul is fantastic! He was patient, understanding and very good at giving instruction and guidance. He managed to get me passed my first time and I've had a fear of driving since a child. I could not recommend more. Thank you Paul!

July 11, 2025
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Thank You Elodie for your lovely review, I was pleased to have helped you on your driving journey.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Paul was a fantastic instructor and…

Paul was a fantastic instructor and teacher. He gave very clear and detailed instructions and explanations on how I could improve my driving ability after each lesson. Due to this, I passed first time. It was a pleasure to learn how to drive with him and I wish him all the best going forward.

June 17, 2025
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Thank You Danny for your lovely review, I was pleased to have helped you on your driving journey, and well on a Zero Fault drive on your test. fantastic result.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Excellent instructor

March 7, 2025
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Thank You for your review, I was pleased to have helped you on your driving journey.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Paul has been an amazing driving…

Paul has been an amazing driving instructor for some one with autism and ADHD it hasn’t been the easiest thing to do but Paul has been patient and understanding and has helped me along the way he is great at explaining things so that you understand them better and has been so supportive and I would highly recommend him to someone who has special needs or is struggling

December 19, 2024
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Thank You Ethan for your review, I was pleased to have helped you on your driving journey, I will miss our chats on a Sunday morning

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Awesome instructor

Paul is nothing short of amazing. Has taken my wife from anxiety stricken nerve bag to passing her test and being a confident driver. I cannot recommend highly enough especially if you are struggling with driving.

November 9, 2024
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Thank You Richard for your lovely review, I was pleased to have helped Caroline on her driving journey. she worked so hard to give to this point.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was disappointed by another driving…

I was disappointed by another driving instructor which made me reach out to pel. They had no spaces available but was able to create time for me given the short notice, . though I did not pass my test but that was because I didn't have enough time with pwl.
The instructor was very good and thought me skills I could not have learnt on my own n, he thought me in a few hours.

October 5, 2024
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Thank You for your lovely review, I was pleased to have helped you on your driving journey.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant instructor

Brilliant instructor. Paul has the patience of a saint, is very understanding and very professional. I would recommend him to anyone wanting to learn to drive. After only 24hours of lessons I've went from a nervous wreck behind the wheel to passing my test first time and I could not have done it without Paul. Highly recommend.

October 17, 2024
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Thank You Robyn for your lovely review, I was pleased to have helped you on your driving journey and passing first time.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing Instructor

Best teacher in the north east, very helpful and patient and all around an amazing driving instructor.

August 27, 2024
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Thank You for your review, I was pleased to have helped you on your driving journey.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New learners / Nervous Drivers

New learners / Nervous Drivers

Paul is incredible! Not only a genuinely lovely person but a brilliant and patient instructor who really cares about their students. Paul helped me build my confidence and has been a great support (I miss our lessons dearly). Thanks to Paul’s support I passed my test first time! Paul was also incredibly accommodating and understanding when it came to lessons, my location, and just generally being a brilliant teacher! Thank you Paul! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

August 7, 2024
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Reply from PWL Driving School

Thank you Beth for this wonderful review of my services, I was so pleased to have been able to help you on the driving journey, I will miss our weekly chats, good luck Beth and enjoy.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

He was great

He was great. Very thorough driving instructor and also a lovely man and nice to chat too. I passed on my first attempt thanks to paul

July 18, 2024
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Reply from PWL Driving School

Thanks Finley for the 5 star review, I am really I was able to help you on your driving journey. remember you did the hard to get that pass. so well done. take care.

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