Tuesday 22 December 2015

Driving schools Brighton

December, 2015

I started out really nervous and ended up looking forward to each lesson with my instructor Ray Brewster. Even when I made mistakes I felt I was in a safe and supportive environment. I just obtained my driver's licence and know I am ready to go on the road and that's all thanks to my amazing instructor! Thank you so much! Georgia. Brighton. 



Driving lessons Seaford

December, 2015

I had Ray as a teacher and thought he was absolutely amazing. Such a lovely person who made me feel completely at ease and really confident when it came to taking my test! Couldn't recommend him more! Thank you for everything! Jessica Towner. Seaford. 



Automatic driving instructors Bexhill

December, 2015

Mark is an excellent teacher and I found him very patient and encouraging. He was able to structure the lessons based on my learning style and pace and gave me the confidence to pass on my first attempt. Mark also taught me a lot of useful and handy techniques which I will hopefully be using all my life. Thank you Mark! Syed. Bexhill.



Automatic driving instructors Hastings

December, 2015

After trying different driving instructors.. I learnt to drive with Mark in hastings. An there are almost no words to describe how amazing he is. Truly supportive an patient an also explains things over an over.. He made me feel 100% confident from the 1st time of getting in the car. He got me through my test an I passed 1st time. There truly isn't alot of people in this world as awesome as mark. Thank you! Tracey Gray. Hastings.



Driving instructors Brighton

November, 2015

I’m pleased to say that at the grand old age of 38 I have finally passed my driving test! 
After years of stop-starts and not making any progress, I decided to take up lessons again, as I’m sure many people do, as a New Years resolution. 
I have to admit that I had done this a few times before, again as I’m sure many others have done in the past. 
And so, it was with fragile confidence and an uncertain sense of “here we go again”, I decided to take the plunge last January and book in some lessons. 
And so after contacting L Plates Driving School, I found myself getting a call back from Ray Brewster, my local instructor. And that was it. We were ready to book in some lessons and get out on the road together. 
Over the course of several, I am surprised to admit, enjoyable months out in the car together, I found myself driving the routes of Burgess Hill, thinking, “I could actually do this”. 
Somewhere out on those country roads, circling those roundabouts, reversing around those corners, parking in those bays, navigating those one way streets and occasionally stalling at those traffic lights; with his patient coaching ability and friendly, supportive manner, Ray had installed the confidence and belief in me that I was actually ready to take, and pass, my test. 
And pass I did. First time! And with confidence! Thank you so much Ray for the belief that you have shown in me, that I admittedly did not always see in myself. Thank you for the hard work you have put in over that time, instinctively knowing how to coax the best out of me. Throughout those months, Ray combined true patience, a steely nerve and a great sense of humour to keep me heading in the right direction. 
It has been a real pleasure to be taught by you Ray, thank you, and I wish you all the best for the future. Matt Norman. Brighton. 



Thursday 26 November 2015

Driving instructors East Grinstead

November, 2015

I contacted L Plates to do my driving lessons as I had just had my son and knew I would finally have some time to do it, as well as it would make it easier for me getting to work and taking him to nursery when my maternity leave ended. I was dreading it though, I hated parallel and bay parking. I had done a few lessons 5 years ago and could not get it right, I felt that I was never going to get my drivers licence. But I had a great instructor from L Plates, Giles Blanche, he was very patient and calm and showed me really easy ways to overcome the dreaded parking. Giles was really easy to talk to and picked up on what to say to keep me focused and calm all the time, I really enjoyed my experience with L Plates. Candice Campbell. East Grinstead.


Friday 20 November 2015

Driving schools Crawley

November, 2015

John Mell is a very Professional instructor. I Was very fortunate to have John as a instructor. He had helped me all the way through and had made driving easy for me. John is very friendly and very easy to communicate with, he is always smiling which has made me feel comfortable to learn and drive with him. He is always on time for my lessons and arranging dates that suits me which is a bonus. I Couldn't have passed my driving test without all his help. I shall definitely recommend him to both my family and friends. Aadil Jogee. Crawley.

Driving lessons Tunbridge Wells

October, 2015

As a slighter older learner and also someone that was very nervous, I cannot praise Colin at L Plates enough. He was extremely patient and really made me feel at ease. He really understands different learning styles and explained things really clearly in a way that made sense to me. Let me learn at my own pace which was key to me finding my confidence. Would absolutely recommend. Georgia Gregory. Tunbridge Wells.


Driving instructors Hove

October, 2015

I had no previous experience of driving. Sue built up my confidence and skills and ensured lessons focused on key areas. We worked through methods of improving that were personalised to me and they really worked. Sue perfectly timed the introduction of manoeuvres and was the perfect amount of encouraging and realistic. Sue is a fantastic instructor and I will miss driving with her. I was so well prepared that even though naturally I was nervous on test day, there was nothing involved that I had not been prepared for. Thank you Sue. Katharine Russell. Hove.


Automatic driving schools Brighton

October, 2015

Could not fault Terry, approachable, understanding, encouraging, and brilliant teaching techniques, really happy and confident with how he has taught me and his method, fantastic man and could not be happier with service he has provided and l plates school and what is included in the price of my lessons OUTSTANDING ! Never thought I'd pass but I passed both theory and practical first time ! Have passed his details on to three friends already !! April van der burgh. Peace haven.


Driving schools Tonbridge

October, 2015

Colin was an excellent instructor, and succeeded where two others had failed - in helping me to feel confident in the car and get in control! Even though I made plenty of mistakes (many of them stupid) he was never condescending and always ready to laugh it off then instil the lesson. I will miss our chats while driving and I know for certain I would never have got there without him! Rhiannon D'Averc. Tonbridge.


Automatic driving lessons Hastings

October, 2015

I am soooo happy for my driving licence. Luckily, After two instructors, I found my favourite instructor Mark. He was very friendly and flexible in so many ways. He has always understood my situation and kept inspiring me always and not to give up. He used to be very calm even when I made mistakes(what I needed so much). I would highly recommend him to anyone who has fear of driving. 
Have a nice life Mark and you have a friend now. Thank you so much to the L Plates team for congratulating me on facebook and a special thanks to my great instructor Mark. Sharmina Rahman. St. Leonards-on-sea.




Tuesday 20 October 2015

Driving instructors Crawley

October, 2015

I just wanted to say a Big THANK YOU To Raj, I could not ask for a better driving instructor. I've passed at first time. I couldn't have done it without him! He is so patient and so KIND with his instructions. Scheduling lessons was very simple, flexible in your availability. I would strongly recommend RAJ to to anyone, once again Thank you. Mohamed Fahim Badurdeen. Crawley


Driving schools Seaford

October, 2015

Ray was very patient and always helped me relax so I could drive better and make the most of the two hour lessons. It was a pleasure to learn with him. I learned in about 6 months and it did not cost me too much compared to other driving schools in the area. The car is brand new and nice to drive and arranging the lessons was always easy. 
I passed first time and could not be more happy. Once again, thank you Ray, I will definitely recommend you to my friends. Helene Ceysson. Seaford


Driving schools Peacehaven

October, 2015

Ray was amazing! had lessons for 8/9 months really great instructor and at amazing rates! recommended. :) Hannah Cree. Peacehaven



Driving lessons Eastbourne

October, 2015

John was a amazing instructor. Very relaxed calm and easy to learn from. Nothing was an issue for him. Helped me pass 1st time and a genuinely nice bloke who I would recommend to anyone. Connor Fowler. Eastbourne.

Tuesday 6 October 2015

Driving schools Eastbourne

October, 2015

My name is Tomasz Rak. I've had only 22 lessons with Frank McLaren, starting as an absolute beginner, Frank taught me everything and more than I needed to pass my test first time with only 3 minor faults. Frank is a great teacher, every lesson is fun and relaxed but still get the work done. At some point I was scared of driving but Frank helped me to relax and sit behind the wheel again. He goes though every aspect and possible situation on the road in detail but doesnt waste time. Learning with him is very fun, fast and an absolute pleasure. I cant think him enough. Couldnt think of a better teacher. Tomasz. Polegate. 


Monday 5 October 2015

Driving lessons Brighton

September, 2015

Jim was patient, considerate, understanding and friendly yet professional. A great instructor and I've had a few! Rose Wilmot. Brighton.


Friday 2 October 2015

Automatic driving lessons Brighton

September, 2015


Terry is an amazing instructor. I felt very relaxed and comfortable driving with Terry and will miss our lessons dearly. I have recommended him to friends and family. He was always punctual and friendly. He tough me not just to pass my test, but to be a confident driver. Could not thank him and L Plates enough. Angela Serna. Brighton.


Driving instructors Seaford

September, 2015

I started learning with L plates two years ago and can simply say it has been such a brilliant experience! My instructor Ray Brewster was always positive, encouraging, and a joy to learn with. He took me through all the elements I didn't understand and was never patronizing, and never pushing me to move quicker than I felt at the time. From teaching me the fundamentals of how the car works to the theory elements- with his trusty ipad at the ready, he would show me video clips, interactive demonstrations, maps of the areas and photos of the car, even getting me to demonstrate myself what manoeuvres I was trying to do for instance. If I struggled to figure out what angle the car needed to be he would show me with a toy car so that I was fully aware of my actions and reference points to follow - truly catering for unique learning styles! I was clearly aware of how I needed improve in each lesson, we'd set targets prior to driving with a full review of the lesson at the end of the session. To conclude I cannot stipulate enough how much I would recommend L Plates, they are great value for money and actually care for their students learning and progress ! I'm actually quite sad not to be having more lessons! Fabulous time, fabulous instructor! Thank you so much for everything!  Maddie Hatt. Seaford


Driving schools Hailsham

September, 2015

Ray Brewster was a brilliant instructor, I would recommend him to anyone, he makes you feel very comfortable plus he's a great teacher passed first time, like many of his students. Thank you very much ray. Your crazy student Paige !! Paige Martin. Hailsham. 



Driving lessons Crawley

September, 2015

I owe a great big thank you and gratitude to my instructor Raj Purba who was critical in assisting me to pass my test with self belief and confidence. I have been learning on and off for many years with different driving schools however this is the first time I felt ready and committed to passing without giving up. Raj has been great with his clear advise and kind approach to driving. Flexible and friendly, helping calm my nerves and boost my self confidence. Thanks to you I have finally passed with confidence! Karishma. Crawley. 


Tuesday 15 September 2015

Driving schools Lewes

September, 2015

I past first time with 4 minors with L Plates despite I had taken a test 4 years before with a different driving school which I regret as I wasn't ready ! Which I soon found out. My instructor Ray Brewster Was truly an efficient teacher. He taught me everything I needed to know and gave me extra information to learn at home In order for me to become a confident driver. My confidence was an issue with me, but with Ray's patience and encouragement I overcame that to get the end result that I desired. He makes sure you are ready for your test before you go for it and that was proven by me passing my test. He always has time for his pupils even after driving hours so any questions you may have are answered. Even if I had failed my test I know Ray and the help of L plates would give me the help I needed to take the test again. Most importantly I always found if you are comfortable with your instructor driving lessons should feel relaxed, and driving with Ray I found that he was an easy person to address. L Plates have a good rate that I felt I could always pay. Thanks L Plates and my fantastic teacher Ray Brewster! Danielle Rose. Lewes.


Thursday 10 September 2015

Driving schools Brighton

September, 2015

After 6 months with my driving instructor, Richard Perryman, I am over the moon that I passed my test first time on Monday 7th September. 
He is an amazing instructor, very clear with instructions and making sure he caters to the individual learner's style of learning and driving. I felt so prepared for my test and my theory which I also passed first time and with a very high score. 
I can't thank him enough, and I hope to see him again when I get my first car for a pass plus course. Thank you once again Richard and L Plates!! A VERY happy driver. Candice Palmer. Brighton.


Driving instructors Brighton

September, 2015

L Plates Driving School, was fantastic. It is a mid-sized company, that I believe to be perfectly optimal -because it is much more personal than a national company, yet has sufficient instructor availability. It's size means that the company and the intructor seem to be able to support each other effectively too. The office is great (especially Jo) they not only listened to me to match the correct instructor (letting me speak to 2), they also efficiently took card payments without a card surcharge! Both instructors I spoke to were extremely comptent and experienced. My instructor -Sue was outstanding. I was an older, nervous driver, having had bad experiences in the preceeding 7 months with 3 different driving schools (including well known ones!) and I was beginning to believe I perhaps wasn't suitable for driving at all ! Sue's approach mixes comprehensive constructive feedback with postive encourgement, she also managesd to excellently balance her professional comptence with a warm and approachable personality. It is a total testatment to her ability that I managed to pass my test first time with only 3 minors ! In my case a truely amazing result ! Thank you ! Glyn Jackson. Brighton.


Driving instructors Littlehampton

August, 2015

Frank was an amazing, patient instructor. I was very nervous for my first lesson but he was very calm and reassured me throughout not only the first lesson but all my lessons. I passed first time which shows what an amazing instructor he is, he never pressured me into doing anything I wasn't ready for. Thank you Frank for making me love driving! Nicola Funnell-Cooper. Littlehampton.


Driving lessons Lewes

August, 2015

Ray was a brilliant instructor. He is calm and friendly and has made sure that I have learnt to drive not just pass my test. He really thinks about the best way to help you making sure that you are comfortable but also challenging you to prove that you can do it. Ellie Cook. Lewes.


Driving lessons Littlehampton

August, 2015

Frank was a fantastic driving instructor, made me feel at ease when I began my lessons, had some laughs on the way too! And love being stuck behind the dustcart lol, great at calming my nerves down before my test too! Would definitely recommend frank to anyone who wants to learn to drive, thanks again frank top bloke!! Hayley Jeremy. Littlehampton. 


Driving instructors Hastings

August, 2015

Thanks to Gareth Heard - an Exceptional instructor who has helped me become a confident driver, in the literal sense of my driving ability but also to actually Think like a driver (which took some practice)!
In the past I had stopped, started and put on hold learning to drive with no luck for the last seven years (with other instructors) and now that I have finally achieved this now it is an absolutely incredible feeling. So to anyone in a similar position - Don't give up, go to Gareth! 
I could not have done it without Gareth Heard of L Plates Driving School. 
A HUGE thank you! Luke Stephen Hibbert. St. Leonards-on-sea.


Monday 3 August 2015

Driving lessons Brighton

July, 2015

Would love to say a huge thank you to Ray Brewster, who taught me everything I needed to know to pass my test and become a safe and confident driver. Took me a while to get there due to university and work commitments, but Ray was always very accommodating and would work hard to fit my lessons around a busy schedule and keep me motivated. He made every lesson enjoyable and was patient no matter how difficult I found it. Can’t thank you enough Ray for finally getting me on the road! Amy Trevatt. Brighton.


Driving schools Crawley

July, 2015

Hi my name is Erhan Coskun. I am very happy that I had taken lesson from Mr Giles Blanch who teach me, how I need kill my nerves. He told me, when I have to sit to practical test, I shouldn't think about the person who going to lead me to pass or fail. Which gave me feeling that they hate! me and I'm going to fail again. I never give up on trying. I have changed 2 instructors, they were giving me more pressure, it wasn't there fault! It was me with my nerves problem. My brother find Mr Giles Blanch. Every time I have taken lesson with him, I have seen more improvement on my nerves and driving how I should be. My English isn't very perfect I would be happy if you shorten it where it doesn't make sense. There is only thing that I could say to you if you looking forward to Pass yours. Erhan Coskun. Crawley. 


Thursday 30 July 2015

Driving schools Reigate

July, 2015

Learning to drive is an exciting but really daunting part of your life but this was eased due to John Mell's calm, kind and funny, but professional nature. It's always a nerve racking time, but he was always fully supportive and extremely patient! I would highly recommend John as he was always considerate of when I was busy, so would arrange a lesson that was best for me, so I never once had to worry about missing lessons or taking longer to learn. He was also on time for every lesson and made sure that I achieved the most out of each of them. I was able to learn at my pace allowing me to grow in confidence, which helped me to deal with any problems faced on the road, making me a more confident and safer driver. I don't think I could have had a better and kinder instructor, so he is a huge credit to the L Plates Company. Tamara Jelley. Reigate.



Driving lessons Hove

July, 2015

Jim is a great instructor, very patient and calm. And as soon as you are ready he will help you prepare for the test and not just keep booking lessons for no reason. Jim always has a clear structure for progress which makes it easy to see how well your are doing. 
Great instructor, nice guy, pleasure to be taught by Jim! Good luck to all taking their tests! Bryn Lines. Hove.


Saturday 18 July 2015

Automatic driving instructors Brighton

July, 2015

Having Terry as a driving instructor was absolutely amazing! If there is a person out there who doesn't know you but has complete confidence in you its Terry. He is a brilliant instructor always making sure you're feeling comfortable and relaxed. He always has he faith of his learners - chucked me straight into driving on my first lesson and didn't look back since! Terry is such a lovely, calm and friendly person he became more of a friend to me than an instructor. He knows when your ready for test, even if you don't have faith in yourself, you know Terry does! I really could not thank Terry enough for all his help and hard work he put in with teaching me to drive. I have recommended two people to Terry already and will continue to recommend more! Never met such a lovely person to learn how to drive with - thank you Terry :). Shannon Stevens. Brighton.


Driving schools Worthing

July, 2015

I'd just like to say a massive thank you to my instructor Frank for being so patient and supportive over the last 11 months. The thought of driving absolutely terrified me, but Frank is brilliant, especially if you're a little nervous at first! We took it slow and steady so the pressure wasn't there, but Frank always knows when it's time to push you on a little further and when the time is right to make progress without it being scary. Passing first time with 2 minors shows how Frank can build your confidence from being very nervous to completely assured on the road. Would recommend to anyone! Natalie Willmott. Worthing.


Driving schools Brighton

July, 2015

I had Jim Eckford as my driving instructor in Brighton and I passed my driving test first time with him with only 3 minors. Previously I had failed a few tests with another instructor on RED. I found L PLates online and was booked in with Jim. He is a really great teacher and nice guy, interesting to chat too and really helped me get all the required knowledge to pass the test! Also the mock tests he does really help prepare you for the day! Would fully recommend L Plates and Jim Eckford to anyone who wants to pass their test! Alexander Whitehead. Brighton.


Driving instructors Bexhill

July, 2015

Very good passed in no time my instructor Frank Mclaron was a big help. Went out he's way to help me pass. Antony Attwater. Hailsham.


Driving instructors Brighton

July, 2015

Jim Eckford is a lovely man and a teacher to work with at L plates, with his calmness and gentleness and his punctuality I enjoyed his teaching, it make you feel relax and have fun thorough the learning. And I'm glad I the my driving lesson with L plate, is value for money, you not only learn how to pass but also how to drive safely….. Abbey Adeyemi. Brighton.


Monday 13 July 2015

Driving schools Hove

July, 2015

Jim Eckford was a wonderful teacher. He was patient, professional and understanding, and really took the time to make me feel at ease. He has a great teaching manner and helps you understand all the processes needed to learn to drive. I started lessons in March and passed my test in June. Learning with L PLates was a great experience that I would recommend to anyone looking to learn how to drive! Thank you Jim and thank you L Plates! Tina Manahai-Mahai. Hove.


Monday 6 July 2015

Driving instructors Hove

July, 2015

Thanks so much to Sue, who supported me so much while I was learning to drive, I was such a nervous driver but she was so patient and understanding! Ruth Forster. Hove.


Tuesday 30 June 2015

Driving lessons Seaford

June, 2015

Thank you so much to Ray Brewster for being the best driving instructor that I could ask for. Thank you for taking the time to understand how I learn best and letting me go through everything again and again to make sure that I had learnt it and not just a fluke. 
Highly recommend Ray as an instructor as he'll make sure that you do know how to drive and not just get you through it so you become another statistic. 
Thank you very much once again. Sibusiso Ncube. Seaford


Driving instructors Hailsham

June, 2015

Today I passed my Practical Driving test first time! 
My experience with my driving instructor Frank Mclaren has been amazing. In my opinion he is a great instructor just because the way he taught me made me feel relaxed whilst driving, as well as teaching me to pass my test first time. 
He worked around my college day with lessons and if I ever needed any help he was always there to help me out. He is a great instructor and I recommend him to anyone who wants to learn to drive.
My experience with L Plates has been really swift and after only having around 30 hours of driving with Frank since I stared in February and since I have started I have really quickly managed to pick up how to drive and Franks tips were also really useful to. 
Thanks to L Plates driving school I am now able to progress with my life knowing that the skills I have picked up will help me throughout. Thank you. Recommended from someone who passed first time with the company. Daniel Brian-Davis. Hailsham. 


Driving instructors Burgess Hill

June, 2015

I loved my driving instructor Sue who supported me the whole way through and she was so patient with me. The Suzuki swift was a great car to learn in as well. Roseanna Schutz. Burgess Hill.


Monday 29 June 2015

Driving lessons Bexhill

June, 2015

I was very nervous and didn't want to learn to drive and my mum booked my lessons without me knowing and I'm so glad she did with L plates because my instructor Frank McLaren was brilliant he was very patient with me and got me up to test standard very quickly and even offered to help me with my theory test which was very nervous about. I would highly recommend Frank as he was highly flexible with times and where he picked me up whether it was from college or from home. Not once was he late for a lesson and always understanding with me while driving. I'd advise anyone learning to drive to pick L-plates and Frank McLaren. Max Cook. Bexhill on sea. 


Driving instructors Reigate

June, 2015

Throughout my time learning to drive my car I felt safe and comfortable; while many other driving instructors tend to rush the student I found the pace I learnt at was much less stressful, and in the end I believe I have become a more informed/safer driver. 
Overall I really enjoyed the experience with my instructor, and genuinely looked forward to the lessons, and I still feel confident in my ability to deal with problems on the road. Sydney Charitos. Reigate. 


Friday 26 June 2015

Driving instructors Eastbourne

June, 2015

I could not have asked for a better instructor! Every time I did something wrong, he would not only tell me, but tell me how to correct it. This really helped me to understand what I was doing and how I should be doing it. The instructions given to me each lesson were brilliant and every new thing I was I introduced to was explained excellently. I was not rushed into anything and it was all done at my own pace, which really made me feel comfortable with everything I was doing. All of my lessons were incredibly useful and helpful and when it came to my test I felt very confident! I absolutely loved the experience and couldn’t recommend it enough! Oliver Owen. Eastbourne. 


Saturday 20 June 2015

Driving lessons Brighton

June, 2015

I learnt to drive with Jim Eckford- he is a very nice, friendly person and I enjoyed learning to drive with him. He was always on time and you got your full two hours he was really patient with me, and especially supportive as my father was very ill and sometimes I had to change or cancel lessons to take care of him. My dad passed away a week before my test and Jim was really supportive and Gave me loads of positive encouragement so it was extra emotional when I passed. I would 100% recommend him. Claire Smithson. Brighton. 

Driving schools Brighton

June, 2015

Ray Brewster was my instructor. I 100%, 10/10, would recommend him. He is an all round nice, friendly, funny guy. He will work silly hours all day, pick you up and drop you off at your destination. He also doesn't just teach you how to pass the test, as I've heard most instructors do, he teaches you everything you need to know about the road so you're safer once you have passed. 
I couldn't have asked for a better instructor. Aaron. Brighton. 


Driving instructors Tunbridge Wells

June, 2015

Colin Dawes is a patient, kind and calm instructor. He made me feel confident in my abilities and believe his knowledge and support helped me to pass first time despite suffering anxiety. Very competent instructor. Tammy Grimes. Tunbridge Wells.


Driving instructors Crawley

June, 2015

Giles was a brilliant driving instructor that I would highly recommend. He explained everything fully with uses of diagrams that were easy to follow and in detail. He was also easy going and patient that helped me also improved quickly under his guidance. Giles was on time and was able to fit lessons in around college commitments. James Adams. Crawley.


Driving schools Tunbridge Wells

June, 2015

Colin was fantastic, always calm and collected never late! And helped me to pass first time. Ollie Hayes. Tunbridge Wells.


Monday 15 June 2015

Driving lessons Tonbridge

June, 2015

The first thing that drew me to L Plates was the offer for 2 hours for the price of 1 for your first lesson. Which is great as it gives you an opportunity to meet the instructor to make sure you get along. Colin was very good, he explained everything fully, with the use of diagrams so you understood what you would do before doing it. He helped me to learn alot by when I made mistakes heexplained to me what I had done wrong and how to avoid doing it again, also has loads of little hints and tips. Overall I was very happy and passed first time. I would defiantly recommend L Plates and Colin. Adam Percy. Tonbridge.