If I could put 10 stars I would! The lady i spoke with was absolutely amazing and so understanding and kind. Wished me luck on my driving test and was incredibly helpful. I’ve had bad experiences with... See more
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Abby was really helpful and polite , helped me with updating my account. Thank you Abby and also Collingwood has been really good and gives you time to pay your insurance on time assisting with a free... See more
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I spoke to a lady today, I can’t quite remember her name I think it began with a ‘L’, but she got me sorted really quickly. She even gave me advice about having a paracetamol and two bananas before my... See more
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Today I spoke with georgie she was absolutely brilliant, kind and friendly explained everything perfectly and made the experience very smooth! Honestly chuffed she was the one who took my call after b... See more
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About Collingwood Learner Driver
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Learner Driver Insurance
We're Collingwood Insurance, an award winning Learner Driver Insurance provider offering Short-term and Annual insurance options.Our Learner Insurance helps provisional licence holders get extra driving practice in their own car, or in a friend or family member’s car, with no risk to the vehicle owners policy!
With Collingwood there's no black box to install in your car and there's no curfew on when you can learn to drive.
Plus, our insurance covers you to take your driving test in your own car!
Get a quote at the links below and start learning to drive today.
Additional benefits of Collingwood Learner Driver Insurance:
- Free Courtesy Car*
- Add a Parent or Spouse
- Accelerated No Claims Bonus**
- Windscreen Cover*
- Reduced Excess Using Approved Repairers
- UK Call Centre
- Immediate Online Documentation
- 24 Hour Claims Helpline
- Flexible Payment Options
- Optional Personal Accident Cover
- Optional Breakdown Cover
- Optional Key Cover
*Depending on the level of cover chosen **Terms conditions and underwriting criteria apply
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Collingwood House, NE29 6AR, North Shields, United Kingdom
- 0345 470 0014
- learners@collingwood.co.uk
- collingwoodlearners.co.uk
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I had a great experience with…
I had a great experience with Collingwood Learner Driver Insurance. They offered very competitive rates for a year's cover, which made it excellent value for money.
The team took the time to explain everything about the insurance in detail, so I knew exactly what was included and felt confident in my choice. They also provide a free app that my daughter can use to help her prepare for her driving test, which is a fantastic extra benefit.
Overall, excellent customer service, great value, and helpful resources. I would definitely recommend Collingwood Learner Driver Insurance to anyone looking for learner driver cover.
22 July 2026
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi Keisha,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re delighted to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate your feedback.
Have a Great Day
The Collingwood Team
Very professional and helpful
Very professional and helpful. Really nice to actually speak to a person rather than a robot or try and navigate everything online.
29 July 2026
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi Mrs Horton,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re delighted to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate your feedback.
Have a Great Day
The Collingwood Team
Georgie was absolutely amazing
Georgie was absolutely amazing. Full of info and was really helpful. Highly recommend
29 July 2026
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi Harley,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback!
We’re delighted to hear that Georgie was able to provide you with helpful advice and support.
If your need any further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thanks again for choosing Collingwood.
The Collingwood Team
Jake was very helpful during our call…
Jake was very helpful during our call very patient when I was finding information and very polite made my experience the best it could have been
29 July 2026
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi Cameron,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback!
We’re delighted to hear that Jake was able to provide you with helpful advice and support.
If your need any further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thanks again for choosing Collingwood.
The Collingwood Team
Nick/Mick was very helpful
Nick/Mick was very helpful, I would recommend this company because of him. Thank you!
29 July 2026
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi Abigale,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback!
We’re delighted to hear that Nick was able to provide you with helpful advice and support.
If your need any further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thanks again for choosing Collingwood.
The Collingwood Team
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi Sava,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re delighted to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate your feedback.
Have a Great Day
The Collingwood Team
Very helpful member of staff and very…
Very helpful member of staff and very reasonable cost
29 July 2026
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi Anne,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re delighted to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate your feedback.
Have a Great Day
The Collingwood Team
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi Tracy,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re delighted to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate your feedback.
Have a Great Day
The Collingwood Team
Spoke to Abigail and she was so lovely…
Spoke to Abigail and she was so lovely and helpful!
29 July 2026
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi ,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback!
We’re delighted to hear that Abigail was able to provide you with helpful advice and support.
If your need any further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thanks again for choosing Collingwood.
The Collingwood Team
Abbie was very helpful and polite
Abbie was very helpful and polite. great service well done abbie
29 July 2026
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi Em
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback!
We’re delighted to hear that Abbie was able to provide you with helpful advice and support.
If your need any further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thanks again for choosing Collingwood.
The Collingwood Team
what made you experience
what made you experience? Great? Was the staff that worked there very friendly very polite went out of their way to help me. It was all good. Fantastic couldn’t praise them enough.
28 July 2026
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi Reg,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re delighted to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate your feedback.
Have a Great Day
The Collingwood Team
Lez was fantastic helped us step by…
Lez was fantastic helped us step by step checked that everything we was given was ok explained things thoroughly was very patient
A superstar
28 July 2026
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi Parveen,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback!
We’re delighted to hear that Lez was able to provide you with helpful advice and support.
If your need any further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thanks again for choosing Collingwood.
The Collingwood Team
Excellent Customer Service – Friendly, Clear and Great Value
I had a great experience with Collingwood Learner Driver Insurance. I spoke with Carol, who was absolutely excellent. She was friendly, knowledgeable and took plenty of time to explain everything clearly.
Before I called, I knew very little about learner driver insurance, but Carol answered all of my questions and made the whole process easy to understand. By the end of the call, I felt completely confident that I had chosen the right policy.
The price was very competitive for a year's learner driver insurance. Carol also clearly explained the £40 cancellation fee before I took out the policy, which I really appreciated. Everything was explained openly and honestly, and even taking that into account, I still felt it offered excellent value for money.
I would 100% recommend Collingwood Learner Driver Insurance to anyone looking for learner driver cover. Thank you, Carol, for providing outstanding customer service, you were a credit to the company.
28 July 2026
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Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi Jane,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re delighted to hear that Carol was able to make the process smooth and straightforward for you.
Getting ready for that first drive is a big milestone and we’re glad we could be a part of it.
If you ever need anything else or have any questions in the future, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Safe Driving
The Collingwood Team
Very helpful over the phone
Very helpful over the phone, explained everything very clearly and made the whole process very easy, great service
28 July 2026
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi Tonya,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re delighted to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate your feedback.
Have a Great Day
The Collingwood Team
Very professional and efficient.
28 July 2026
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi Claude
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re delighted to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate your feedback.
Have a Great Day
The Collingwood Team
KYE was first class
KYE was first class, well informed and able to answer all questions. Polite and mannerly and above all helpful and understanding in all aspect of my insurance requests.
28 July 2026
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi John,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re delighted to hear that KYE was able to assist you in a polite and efficient manner.
Your appreciation means a lot to us and we’re always here if you need any further help or have more questions in the future.
Kind Regards
The Collingwood Team
Knowledgeable and efficient staff
Knowledgeable and efficient staff. Great customer service
28 July 2026
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re delighted to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate your feedback.
Have a Great Day
The Collingwood Team
Today I spoke with georgie she was…
Today I spoke with georgie she was absolutely brilliant, kind and friendly explained everything perfectly and made the experience very smooth! Honestly chuffed she was the one who took my call after being very stressed for the past couple of days!
28 July 2026
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi Colleen,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re delighted to hear that Georgie was able to assist you in a polite and efficient manner.
Your appreciation means a lot to us and we’re always here if you need any further help or have more questions in the future.
Kind Regards
The Collingwood Team
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi Amanda,
Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Carol was able to provide you with helpful advice and support.
If you need any further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Kind Regards,
The Collingwood Team
All clear insurance good customer…
All clear insurance good customer service prompt very reliable and helpfull.
27 July 2026
Reply from Collingwood Learner Driver
Hi Anum,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re delighted to hear you had a positive experience and appreciate your feedback.
Kind Regards,
The Collingwood Team
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