Ahmed Driving School Reviews 357

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the staff for their exceptional patience, professionalism, and encouraging demeanor, which significantly boosts confidence behind the wheel. Many highlight the clear explanations and structured lessons that effectively prepare them for their driving tests, often leading to first-time passes. The service is frequently described as excellent, with instructors adapting to individual needs and providing personalized feedback. However, some customers reported dissatisfaction with certain instructors, citing issues like unresponsiveness to messages, unreliability, and unprofessional behavior such as being late or taking coffee breaks during lessons. A few also mentioned an instructor smoking in a company vehicle.

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Based on these reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I passed my driving test first time with Zia Ahmed, and I couldn’t recommend him more. From the start he was calm, professional, and always punctual. He explains things clearly and builds my confidenc... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve just passed my practical driving test today on my first attempt with only one driving fault with Emmanuel from Southampton. He is a phenomenal instructor who adjusts to my own needs on how the be... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Zia Ahmed was excellent. Very professional and has a structured course that goes from the basics to test ready skills within 5-6 lessons in a steady pace. Zia was always punctual with time and can add... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’m so happy to say that I passed my UK driving test today, and it’s all thanks to my amazing instructor, Zia! He’s incredibly patient, calm, and professional. From the very first lesson, Zia made... See more


Company details

  1. Driving School

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We are a small team of driving instructors based in Southampton that strive to provide the best experience possible to our students. We are all fully qualified and registered with the DVSA and are all CRB certified to provide driving instruction in Southampton and all surrounding areas such as Southampton, Eastleigh, Chandlers Ford and more.


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4.7

Excellent

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

357 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I highly recommend Ms Amnah Zafar

I highly recommend Ms. Amnah Zafar as an instructor for automatic driving lessons. She is knowledgeable, patient, and especially great with beginners. I only took a few lessons with her before my test, but her guidance made a big difference. I passed successfully thanks to her support.

20 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had such a great experience learning…Thank you Darren🙂

I had such a great experience learning with my instructor, Darren Godwin. He is extremely supportive, calm, and understanding. Even when I made mistakes or felt nervous, he always stayed positive and helped me improve step by step.
It took me a few tries to pass, but he stood by me the whole time and kept encouraging me. That made a huge difference to my confidence.
So happy to say I’ve now passed, and I’m really grateful for all his help. Definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a patient and reliable instructor!

14 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Passed my driving test today—

Passed my driving test today—huge thanks to Ahmed Driving School! 🚗✅

Zia Ahmed bro is a fantastic instructor: patient, professional, and great at explaining things clearly. He helped me stay calm under pressure and build real confidence behind the wheel.

Really appreciate all the support and encouragement. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to pass first time!

27 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Driving instructor Temor

I passed my driving test yesterday with one minor ,thanks to my humble and patient instructor TEMOR who guided me with exceptional professionalism.
If you’re looking forward to a best result,Temor is your guy.

19 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’m incredibly grateful to Ahmed…

I’m incredibly grateful to Ahmed Driving School for helping me achieve such an important milestone — passing my driving test! I couldn’t have done it without the right guidance and support.

A special thank you to my instructor, Temor. He was not only friendly and approachable, but also very strict and detail-oriented — exactly what I needed to improve. His critical feedback pushed me to correct my mistakes and build confidence behind the wheel. Every lesson was valuable, and his dedication truly made a difference.

Honestly, without his guidance and patience, I don’t think I would have achieved this success. I highly recommend Ahmed Driving School to anyone looking for professional, committed, and effective driving instruction. Thank you again for helping me reach this goal!

17 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great instructor

Darren was a really great instructor, no nonsense and taught you how to really drive - not just pass the test!

9 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I completed my driving lessons and…

I completed my driving lessons and passed the driving test in my first attempt with Darren Timothy Godwin, and I can state with full confidence that he is an exceptional instructor and an outstanding individual. His calm, safety‑focused approach created an environment where I never felt pressured. Rather than using phrases like “test ready,” he consistently reminded me that it is fundamentally a safety test, a perspective that transformed my confidence. Darren’s guidance is precise, motivating, and genuinely centred on developing safe, responsible drivers. Thanks to his instruction, I passed on my first attempt, as did my husband after training with him. I wholeheartedly recommend Darren to anyone seeking a patient, highly skilled, and truly supportive driving instructor in Winchester! A 100 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️ without hesitation !!

13 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Terrific teacher, professional, patient and with a human touch

I had the pleasure of learning to drive with Temor. He is a terrific teacher, professional, patient, not only giving the basic instruction, but also giving really helpful tips and personalizing the lessons to your needs. I was in need of obtaining a license quickly as I was moving out fo the country, and he was able to accomodate accordingly the lesson dates, that's invaluable human quality service on his part. I definitely recommend him as an instructor.

10 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I just passed my driving test with my…

I just passed my driving test with my instructor Amnah, she is very patient and positive, I couldn’t have asked for better instructor, very friendly yet professional, she believed in me and told me I can do it and I did at first attempt with 3minors, I would recommend her a 100%.

11 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve just passed my practical driving…

I’ve just passed my practical driving test today on my first attempt with only one driving fault with Emmanuel from Southampton. He is a phenomenal instructor who adjusts to my own needs on how the best way was to teach me. You would be lucky to land him as an instructor!

3 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Passed first time and I had the…

Passed first time and I had the pleasure of being taught by Temor. I can't recommend him enough. He is so patient, professional and an amazing teacher! If you are looking for someone to put you at ease and make you feel comfortable, then temor is definitely the teacher to have.

10 February 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a great experience with my…

I had a great experience with my driving lessons at Ahmed Driving School, and I successfully passed my driving test!

My instructor, Temor, was incredibly patient and knowledgeable, which made learning easy. The lessons were well-organized, starting with basic skills and gradually moving to more complex driving situations. I really appreciated the personalized feedback I received after each lesson, which helped me improve.

Overall, investing in good instruction at Ahmed Driving School and practicing regularly made all the difference. I highly recommend them .

13 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent experience!

Excellent experience!

I had prior driving experience from another country and booked for a few lessons to get test-ready in the UK. My instructor was Ahsan Laghari. He knew exactly where to start, quickly identified my mistakes and pain points, and helped me correct them efficiently. His guidance was focused, practical, and perfectly aligned with the test requirements. Thanks to his structured approach, I was fully prepared within my test schedule. I genuinely couldn’t have expected anything better. Highly recommended.

10 December 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Driving instructor (Temor)

My instructor was Temor and he was really good!
He explained everything in a clear manner that made perfect sense and also had a lot of patience which really helped me in becoming a better driver and overcoming obstacles in my learning.

I hadn’t driven for a year before getting in the car with him and he very quickly cleared up things I had previously been confused about from previous driving instructors and gave me some new good habits and why they are important.

I passed my test first time and am very thankful for his knowledge and guidance to getting me to this result

10/10 great !

15 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I just wanted to take a moment to…

I just wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks to my instructor Zia. Thank you for helping me pass my driving test on the first attempt! I'm absolutely thrilled to have achieved this with just one minor fault. Your expert guidance, patience, and encouragement throughout the lessons were instrumental in building my confidence and skills behind the wheel. Your teaching style and ability to explain concepts in a clear and concise manner made all the difference. I'm so grateful for your patience and all the efforts invested in me, and I would highly recommend you to anyone looking for a driving instructor. Thank you again for your support and expertise!

Best regards,
Krishna

5 December 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Smoke in vehicle

Saw one of your instructors in Salisbury today, smoking in a driving school vehicle. Pretty sure, as this is a company vehicle, this is against the law.

3 December 2025
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