I was recommended Matt Shurmer's driving school by a friend as I was new to the area and needed to to refresh my driving skills after failing my test previously. When I first began lessons I found it was a more challenging area to drive around than back in my hometown Nottingham and was very apprehensive about being on such busy roads. Matt was a brilliant teacher and helped me to overcome this apprehension by being very calm at all times and clear with his instructions. I would definitly recommend Matt as an instructor for anyone learning to drive and I can now say I am confident to go out on the roads on my own. Thanks Matt!! Read Less

I decided to approach Matt Shurmer Driving School as they had great reviews and were local to my area. Neil C was my instructor and was brilliant. He was patient with me but always tried to get me to step outside my comfort zone (Ruxley roundabout was my particular nemesis!). Lessons were well-structured but relaxed and he helped to put me at ease when I was at the controls. It took me a while to work up the courage to book my test but I'm glad I finally did as I passed today (first time!) with just six minors. So thanks to Matt & Neil - I would 100% recommend them. Read Less

I chose Matt Shurmer driving school because it was a well established, reliable, flexible and reasonably priced. I was very impressed on there response time. Their website is clear and informative. My instructor Matt took my previous experience into consideration and worked alongside me to help me progress further and pass my test quickly. He was very supportive throughout. The experience was better than expected! Matts teaching methods were very straightforward and easy to grasp. He was always very patient and understanding if it took me more than once to get something right. He always gave good explanations as to why we did/didnt need to do something keeping the process fun and lighthearted with some bad dad jokes along the way. I have already recommended the driving school and Matt in particular to 5 individuals who are interested in learning to drive and will continue to give credit where its due. I cant help but sing Matts praises enough and couldn't fault him and his commitment. Read Less

Would highly recommend, just want to say a massive thank you to Karen for getting me on the road in a safe manor so I pasted my test and feel very confident on the roads . very friendly and great tutor , so anyone looking for great teaching skills in a calm friendly environment then don’t look no further , I had lessons with others before I came to Matt shurmer and felt like I was getting no where , and I’m so glad I did do my lessons with Matt shurmer and instructor so a big thank you to KarenRead Less

Neil my driving instructor has helped me to gain confidence in my driving ability as well as supporting my needs throughout. He has made it easier for me to learn maneuvers in a way in which I understand. The instructor always displays a calm manner and explains any mistakes I have made and how to correct them. I would completely recommend Matt Shurmer’s Driving School as they are brilliant teachers, and are kind and calm people. Read Less

I would just like to take this opportunity to say a BIG thank you to Matt and his team, for helping me to pass my test. You made everything so easy, from the first moment of contact and the beginning to the very end. Nothing was too much trouble and all lessons were taken seriously but be fun. Thank you again from a very happy Sid Whybrow Read Less

Passed first time with 2 minors! Absolutely brilliant. I chose Matt Shurmer Driving School because of the high recommendations on local Facebook pages and the great reviews from everyone. I was really really nervous but Matt kept me calm and had total faith in me which built up my confidence. I learnt everything very quickly and always had a laugh and a good chat whilst working hard. I will be recommending to anyone I know that would like to start driving. This is the best thing I’ve done thank you so much Matt. Read Less

Passed first time with 2 minors!! I chose Matt Shurmer Driving School because of the high recommendations on local Facebook pages and the great reviews from everyone. I was really really nervous but Matt kept me calm and had total faith in me which built up my confidence. I learnt everything very quickly and always had a laugh and a good chat whilst working hard. I will be recommending to anyone I know that would like to start driving. This is the best thing I’ve done thank you so much Matt. Read Less

Simon's teaching style was not what I was expecting but it was exactly what I needed. He built my confidence in driving from the very first lesson. Talked me through every procedure before beginning it, was patient and constantly believed in my abilities. More importantly, Simon didn't just teach me to pass the test, he taught me how to drive properly! Read Less

After going through two tutors at different companies before finding Alex at Matt Shurmer, I thought I was destined not to drive. One had serious road rage problems swearing at bus drivers through the window, and the other called me a "slow learner" using bar and pie charts after my first lesson, great I know! However Alex my instructor at Matt Shurmer was simply amazing. She was patient, kind, sympathetic, welcoming and friendly and above all just a genuinely nice person. I went from thinking I was some sort of terrible driver to actually thinking I was quite a good one in a few lessons. I can't recommend Alex and Matt Shurmer more, and passed first time with only 4 minors! Read Less

I have put off driving for YEARS as it always terrified me, but last year I finally decided to give it a try. Neil has been a wonderful teacher. He completely understands my way of thinking and is always extremely patient with me. He made me feel calm from day 1 which I never thought would happen. I could not recommend him highly enough! Read Less

I had my lessons with Alex White - started in Feb/March and passed first time with only 2 minors in May also whilst 30 weeks pregnant! Had only had 2 driving lessons beforehand. Alex made me feel very comfortable, could talk to her and have a laugh but still remained very professional and was also not overpriced. Best instructor ever! Highly recommend X Read Less