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Reviews & Awards

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The reviews below are a selection from our review sites, you can read all of the reviews on Yell, Google and our Facebook page

Read what everyone else has to say about Hugh, Kate and the Valley School of Motoring team.


 

Get Britain Driving Award

In 2024 Hugh was the winner of the Get Britain Driving Award!

Get Britain Driving is a not for profit project aimed at providing a range of resources, ideas and platforms for both Driving instructors and those learning to drive.”


Intelligent Instructor Awards

In 2021 Hugh was awarded Driving Instructor of the Year Wales at the Intelligent Instructor Awards!

“Hugh demonstrated many characteristics we naturally expect of a good instructor; great communicator, approachable, calm, patient, adaptable, creative and a good listener; our winner does go the extra mile using innovative, memorable teaching techniques helping pupils overcome their fears.”

— INTELLIGENT INSTRUCTOR JUDGES


Hugh Davies

Hugh Davies

When I started learning I had never been behind the wheel of a car before, but with the help and patience of Hugh I am here over a year later and have passed my driving test with zero minors, I could never have done this if it wasn’t for Hugh, he was very calm and patient despite me being completely new as a driver and he made me feel very comfortable throughout the lessons
— Jack | Oct '22
Very high quality instruction that is clear, concise, and easy to follow, all while having a great time. Highly Recommend for learners of all abilities
— Joshua Roberts | July '22
I would highly recommend Valley School of Motoring. Hugh is a great driving instructor who picks up on bad habits and provided me with all the resources i needed. He has great knowledge on what he’s doing and is very patient and friendly. When it came to lessons Hugh was flexible and understanding with times. Cheers Hugh!
— Owen | June '23
When Hugh first took me on as a trainee driving instructor I was working as a delivery driver, so I’d developed quite a few bad habits and there was definitely room for improvement if I was to pass my driving ability exam. With his patient approach and amazing listening skills, he was able to identify exactly what I needed to become a better driver. His coaching techniques have an exceptional ability to get you to look for the solutions within. By ensuring the answers come from the learner, he is able to increase your confidence levels far higher than you may think possible. Combined with his wealth of knowledge and experience, he really does make you a better driver for life!!! I passed my part 2 test first time, and by continuing to follow his advice I’ve improved even further. Hugh then went on to provide me with instructional training and support and all I can say is if it weren’t for him, I would not have passed my part 3. He was there for me whenever I needed his help, which was a lot! There were times I really struggled and doubted myself but he always offered his support and he never let me down. He continues to help and support me whenever I need it, and I’m positive that I will use him for all future training needs. Whether you are learning to drive for the first time, have a licence and want to improve your ability or are training to become an instructor, you won’t find a better driving school! He has inspired me to become the best instructor I can be, my hope is to one day be as good as him. Thank you Hugh 👋🤪.
— Myke Sanders | Aug '22
Can’t recommend Hugh enough he is an outstanding driving instructor would recommend to everyone. He made me feel so at ease in every lesson was always very chatty. Answered all my millions of questions. Hugh had so much patience with me going over things a million times. Making sure he could fit me in every week for my lessons and always around my busy home life. Thankyou so much for pushing my through all my wobbles which happend alot. Honestly I can’t thank Hugh enough if it wasn’t for you pushing me I don’t think I would of ever passed my test
(Thank you for not spoon-feeding me)
— Kate Jones | May '23
Hugh’s the best instructor, calm, funny and adaptive to the way you learn! I’m not the best at learning straightaway, I’m anxious and get confused easily. Hugh was always happy to explain things consistently and have me do the same manoeuvre multiple times until I was happy and comfortable.
Hugh was more than happy to adapt to my weird quirks of learning and encouraged me when I was hesitant. It was important to Hugh I felt comfortable, confident and in control on all roads/situations and I 100% do now. Hughs motto of teaching to be able to drive not just pass a test is 100% true, I feel confident to try to drive on any road now I’ve passed.
For myself learning to drive wasn’t easy but I always looked forward to lessons with Hugh and I’ll miss our gossip/driving sessions!

Thank you Hugh :)
— Ria Colamazza | Mar '23

Kate Davies

Kate Davies

Would highly recommend Valley School of Motoring....Kate taught both my daughter until last year, and then my son until this week. My daughter and son had a very positive experience, and both passed their driving tests first time 😁! Kate was very patient and calm, and gave both my children the confidence they need to drive safely and well! Thank you! 😊
— Kelly Williams | Apr '23
Got to say what a reliable friendly lovely woman Kate is. If anyone is thinking of learning to drive then valley school of motoring is by far the best. So glad I was recommended her for my daughter. And she passed first time as well with zero minors. Kate your the best x
— Kelly Williams-Havard | March '23
Great driving instructor, Kate was always patient, understanding and made sure I was learning at my own pace. I knew it would be difficult doing driving while also going away to university but over this past year Kate always made time to fit me in her schedule when I was back during the breaks and I have passed my test this summer break. Highly recommend 🙂
— Karyn Jones | Sep '22
Driving doesn’t come naturally to me. Before I met Kate Davies I have done with few lessons with different driving instructors but my experienced with her is something I will treasure 4ever. I haven’t an instructor, I found a new friend. She acknowledges whatever is going on ur life that could potentially affect ur driving ability. She is lenient, flexible but tough at the same time. She only wants the best out of you.

Her vast knowledge with teaching, her patience and her strategies were awesome. Her student is her utmost priority. She adapts based on the learner’s needs.

Thank you for seeing me through Kate. You didn’t gave up on me so I couldn’t gave up on myself. I enjoyed all those hours sitting next to you. This learning journey might have ended but our relationship will not.

I highly recommend VSOM especially if you are like me who is anxious with driving. Don’t think twice! They are an amazing and professional team but shoutout to Kate Davies, she is the best around🥳
— Daisy | June'23

Byron Davies

Byron Davies

Massive thank you to Byron and Valley who have been amazing the past few months and teaching me all I need to know about driving.
I passed my driving test 1st today 😃
— Leon | June '23
Great driving school👍 Amazing experience with Byron and lessons were always a fun enjoyable time. Passed first time with 40 hours of lessons. Always flexible and fair with times. Would recommend to anyone in need of lessons.
— Leon Nielly | May '23

Andrew Hnat

Andrew Hnat

A huge thank you to Andrew Hnat for helping my eldest to learn to drive. Daniel has dyspraxia & adhd which means they can get overwhelmed easily at times. Andrew was patient & kept showing up to share his knowledge, wisdom & give Daniel the confidence to believe in themself. Daniel passed 1st time with no minor faults. I would recommend Andrew to anyone wishing to learn to drive.
— Heather Leearne | May '23
Would reccommend learning with Andrew Hnat to anyone, he was always patient and encouraging with well planned lessons and always happy to answer my ten thousand questions. I was a very anxious driver to start with and he made me feel really at ease and confident in my driving. Thanks Andrew!
— Eirlys evans | Feb '23
I can’t thank Andrew Hnat enough for the kindness and patience he showed my son Sam who has Asperger’s, Sam will miss your wisdom and guidance and has now gained a skill for life that he couldn’t have done without you. Thank you 😊
— Annette | May '23
I was taught by Andrew Hnat and he has been absolutely fantastic - patient and encouraging whilst making sure I knew everything I needed to be safe driving a car. I would absolutely recommend him as a driving teacher! Thank you so much!!!
— Tania Elizabeth | March '23