20 Reviews

Harwood Driving School

Bolton, Greater Manchester
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Harwood driving school provides high standard ORDIT Grade A 51/51 Instruction throughout your automatic driving lessons in Bolton, Bury and Radcliffe. Becoming a driver changes a person's life in a meaningful way. This is why my driver training is structured to suit your individual needs - whether it be learner driving lessons, advanced driving lessons, ADI parts 1, 2, 3 or Standards Check Test preparation. All your professional driver training is carried out by myself Dan Ison. I am an Advanced Driver with many years driving experience, along with being one of the highest Standards check graded DVSA Approved driving instructors in the North West, (Grade A 50/51) I have completed advanced driving tests to the highest levels, including the Diamond Advanced, Diamond Special, and DVSA Cardington Special Test at driving standard Grade A.

All the training I provide is based around a culture of client centred learning, utilising the latest interactive techniques. I focus on developing candidates to gain in depth knowledge of driving skills and perception tools. Coaching candidates to become thinking drivers who anticipate and plan, rather than react to situations when they occur. Gaining an in depth understanding of the way to drive safely for life. Organisationally, I am a member of the Institute of Advanced Motorists by exemption. Also of the Driving Instructors Association, carrying £25 million of professional indemnity and public liability insurance. I use in car technology, (dual cameras) for an audio and visual record of each training session and for the monitoring of road and traffic conditions.

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Reviews
Dave Thompson
4 May 2018
REPORT
My instructor Dan was super friendly and very professional helped me learn everything I needed to know to help me pass. Couldn’t ask for anything better. Highly recommend. :)
Charlotte Wilson
30 Mar 2018
REPORT
Been learning to drive for the past nearly year, Dan is a great instructor and gives excellent advice for on the road. Very supportive and always helps you to progress to be the best driver possible!
Suchi Singh
20 Mar 2018
REPORT
Loved learning from Dan. Have been driving an automatic for many years, wanted to go in for a manual licence. Quite a journey to unlearn some bad habits that I had picked up along the way, learn new g... Read More
Loved learning from Dan. Have been driving an automatic for many years, wanted to go in for a manual licence. Quite a journey to unlearn some bad habits that I had picked up along the way, learn new good habits and start using gears. Passed first time thanks to great interactive and personalised teaching. Recommend Dan, you will enjoy his ways of improving your driving skills. Read Less
Andrew Walters
2 Mar 2018
REPORT
I had Dan as my instructor. I passed my driving test today. He came to get me 6am and thanks to all his teaching skills I am now a passed driver. Couldnt recommend someone better. (Thanks for not givi... Read More
I had Dan as my instructor. I passed my driving test today. He came to get me 6am and thanks to all his teaching skills I am now a passed driver. Couldnt recommend someone better. (Thanks for not giving up on me Dan.) Read Less
Danny Curran
9 Feb 2018
REPORT
Passed first time! Dan is a great instructor. Never late, answered all my questions regarding driving, and make sure I was practically fault free before my test. Highly recommended!
Ryann Brooks
11 Aug 2017
REPORT
Passed my test first time today with help from Dan! Hes a fantastic instructor and the car is great to drive.
Beck Smith
11 Aug 2017
REPORT
Passed first time, brilliant instructor and very professional and encouraging! Highly recommend.
Jennifer Aspey
10 Aug 2017
REPORT
So happy to have passed my driving test with just 1 minor fault. I really couldn't have done it without the help of Dan at Harwood driving school. He was so patient with me every step of the way and r... Read More
So happy to have passed my driving test with just 1 minor fault. I really couldn't have done it without the help of Dan at Harwood driving school. He was so patient with me every step of the way and really instilled confidence in me to drive. I'm quite a nervous person anyway but he put me at ease straight away. I would highly recommend to anyone! Thanks so much � Read Less
Ronan Brogan
10 Aug 2017
REPORT
Best driving instructor ever! Super chill, easy and reliable. Never missed a second, so you get your money's worth. Top tier car (VW Golf) to drive in for a beginner, can't ask for more. 👍
Little Ronan
10 Aug 2017
REPORT
Couldn't ask for a better driving instructor. Calm and freindly, first time pass easy and smooth. Brilliant and easy car to drive, and cheap rates to boot. Reliable, turned up on time. Highly recommen... Read More
Couldn't ask for a better driving instructor. Calm and freindly, first time pass easy and smooth. Brilliant and easy car to drive, and cheap rates to boot. Reliable, turned up on time. Highly recommended! 👍 Read Less
Charlotte Hall
21 Jul 2017
REPORT
Fully recommend Mark at Harwood Driving School, best instructor around. Led me to passing at my own pace with zero minors. All of my lessons were well structured and had very clear direction. Thorough... Read More
Fully recommend Mark at Harwood Driving School, best instructor around. Led me to passing at my own pace with zero minors. All of my lessons were well structured and had very clear direction. Thoroughly enjoyed learning to drive with Harwood. Read Less
Alicia Kiernan
21 Jul 2017
REPORT
Passed my test first time today thanks to Dan and Harwood Driving School. I was very nervous to begin with but Dan gave me the confidence to drive and so I'd highly recommend him.
Alicia Kiernan
21 Jul 2017
REPORT
Took my driving test today at Bolton Driving Test Centre after learning with Dan at Harwood Driving School and have past first time! Dan has been very patient with me as I was a very nervous pupil, he... Read More
Took my driving test today at Bolton Driving Test Centre after learning with Dan at Harwood Driving School and have past first time! Dan has been very patient with me as I was a very nervous pupil, he is a very thorough instructor who always arrives to lessons on time. I would highly recommend Harwood Driving School if you are looking for driving lessons in the Bolton district. Read Less
Charlotte Hall
13 Jul 2017
REPORT
Fully recommend Mark at Harwood Driving School, best instructor around. Led me to passing at my own pace with zero minors. All of my lessons were well structured and had very clear direction. Thorough... Read More
Fully recommend Mark at Harwood Driving School, best instructor around. Led me to passing at my own pace with zero minors. All of my lessons were well structured and had very clear direction. Thoroughly enjoyed learning to drive with Harwood. Read Less
Jacob Gallie
7 Jul 2017
REPORT
Learnt to drive with Dan at Harwood Driving School and me and my brother have passed first time with 2 minors. Dan has always been on time and has never cancelled any lessons, throughout my time with ... Read More
Learnt to drive with Dan at Harwood Driving School and me and my brother have passed first time with 2 minors. Dan has always been on time and has never cancelled any lessons, throughout my time with Harwood Driving School I have been prepared brilliantly to pass the test and also drive in all conditions. Would highly recommend! Read Less
Grant Kelly
26 Jun 2017
REPORT
Hardwood driving school has been an excellent way for me to learn how to drive in Bolton. After doing my research and contacting several different instructors, this driving school was definitely the b... Read More
Hardwood driving school has been an excellent way for me to learn how to drive in Bolton. After doing my research and contacting several different instructors, this driving school was definitely the best choice I could have made. Read Less
Nathan Birdsall
3 Jun 2017
REPORT
Recently had a refreshers course with Mark to build confidence after 7 years of non-driving. His patience, clear direction and feedback helped me get back into the groove of driving very quickly. I no... Read More
Recently had a refreshers course with Mark to build confidence after 7 years of non-driving. His patience, clear direction and feedback helped me get back into the groove of driving very quickly. I now feel very well prepared for test driving cars tomorrow. Read Less
Rach Louise Wood
23 May 2017
REPORT
I practically feared anything to do with reversing especially parallel parking but Mark was more than willing to try different methods till we found one that worked for me.
Alexander Young
7 Apr 2017
REPORT
I am very happy with the service at Harwood Driving School. I passed my driving test first time today with just three minors after 15 hours of tuition. The Golf is a great car to learn in and the 2.0 ... Read More
I am very happy with the service at Harwood Driving School. I passed my driving test first time today with just three minors after 15 hours of tuition. The Golf is a great car to learn in and the 2.0 litre turbo is always fun. My driving lessons in Bolton took me through various road and traffic conditions. Dan was very patient and explained things clearly. I enjoyed learning road craft and driving at higher speeds safely over the moors. I am very happy to recommend Dan to friends and family. Read Less
Callum Halpin
21 Mar 2017
REPORT
A big thanks to Mark on the amazing lessons. First time pass, highly recommend to those starting driving. Excellent prices, and very friendly. Thorough instruction on manoeuvres, very helpful �
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Bolton Greater Manchester BL2 4EY
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Tuesday
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Harwood Driving School

Bolton, Greater Manchester
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47 Links Road
Bolton Greater Manchester BL2 4EY
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Harwood driving school provides high standard ORDIT Grade A 51/51 Instruction throughout your automatic driving lessons in Bolton, Bury and Radcliffe. Becoming a driver changes a person's life in a meaningful way. This is why my driver training is structured to suit your individual needs - whether it be learner driving lessons, advanced driving lessons, ADI parts 1, 2, 3 or Standards Check Test preparation. All your professional driver training is carried out by myself Dan Ison. I am an Advanced Driver with many years driving experience, along with being one of the highest Standards check graded DVSA Approved driving instructors in the North West, (Grade A 50/51) I have completed advanced driving tests to the highest levels, including the Diamond Advanced, Diamond Special, and DVSA Cardington Special Test at driving standard Grade A.

All the training I provide is based around a culture of client centred learning, utilising the latest interactive techniques. I focus on developing candidates to gain in depth knowledge of driving skills and perception tools. Coaching candidates to become thinking drivers who anticipate and plan, rather than react to situations when they occur. Gaining an in depth understanding of the way to drive safely for life. Organisationally, I am a member of the Institute of Advanced Motorists by exemption. Also of the Driving Instructors Association, carrying £25 million of professional indemnity and public liability insurance. I use in car technology, (dual cameras) for an audio and visual record of each training session and for the monitoring of road and traffic conditions.

Monday
08:00AM-20:00PM
Tuesday
08:00AM-20:00PM
Wednesday
08:00AM-20:00PM
Thursday
08:00AM-20:00PM
Friday
08:00AM-20:00PM
Saturday
08:00AM-20:00PM
Sunday
08:00AM-20:00PM
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Dave Thompson
4 May 2018
REPORT
My instructor Dan was super friendly and very professional helped me learn everything I needed to know to help me pass. Couldn’t ask for anything better. Highly recommend. :)
Charlotte Wilson
30 Mar 2018
REPORT
Been learning to drive for the past nearly year, Dan is a great instructor and gives excellent advice for on the road. Very supportive and always helps you to progress to be the best driver possible!
Suchi Singh
20 Mar 2018
REPORT
Loved learning from Dan. Have been driving an automatic for many years, wanted to go in for a manual licence. Quite a journey to unlearn some bad habits that I had picked up along the way, learn new g... Read More
Loved learning from Dan. Have been driving an automatic for many years, wanted to go in for a manual licence. Quite a journey to unlearn some bad habits that I had picked up along the way, learn new good habits and start using gears. Passed first time thanks to great interactive and personalised teaching. Recommend Dan, you will enjoy his ways of improving your driving skills. Read Less
Andrew Walters
2 Mar 2018
REPORT
I had Dan as my instructor. I passed my driving test today. He came to get me 6am and thanks to all his teaching skills I am now a passed driver. Couldnt recommend someone better. (Thanks for not givi... Read More
I had Dan as my instructor. I passed my driving test today. He came to get me 6am and thanks to all his teaching skills I am now a passed driver. Couldnt recommend someone better. (Thanks for not giving up on me Dan.) Read Less
Danny Curran
9 Feb 2018
REPORT
Passed first time! Dan is a great instructor. Never late, answered all my questions regarding driving, and make sure I was practically fault free before my test. Highly recommended!
Ryann Brooks
11 Aug 2017
REPORT
Passed my test first time today with help from Dan! Hes a fantastic instructor and the car is great to drive.
Beck Smith
11 Aug 2017
REPORT
Passed first time, brilliant instructor and very professional and encouraging! Highly recommend.
Jennifer Aspey
10 Aug 2017
REPORT
So happy to have passed my driving test with just 1 minor fault. I really couldn't have done it without the help of Dan at Harwood driving school. He was so patient with me every step of the way and r... Read More
So happy to have passed my driving test with just 1 minor fault. I really couldn't have done it without the help of Dan at Harwood driving school. He was so patient with me every step of the way and really instilled confidence in me to drive. I'm quite a nervous person anyway but he put me at ease straight away. I would highly recommend to anyone! Thanks so much � Read Less
Ronan Brogan
10 Aug 2017
REPORT
Best driving instructor ever! Super chill, easy and reliable. Never missed a second, so you get your money's worth. Top tier car (VW Golf) to drive in for a beginner, can't ask for more. 👍
Little Ronan
10 Aug 2017
REPORT
Couldn't ask for a better driving instructor. Calm and freindly, first time pass easy and smooth. Brilliant and easy car to drive, and cheap rates to boot. Reliable, turned up on time. Highly recommen... Read More
Couldn't ask for a better driving instructor. Calm and freindly, first time pass easy and smooth. Brilliant and easy car to drive, and cheap rates to boot. Reliable, turned up on time. Highly recommended! 👍 Read Less
Charlotte Hall
21 Jul 2017
REPORT
Fully recommend Mark at Harwood Driving School, best instructor around. Led me to passing at my own pace with zero minors. All of my lessons were well structured and had very clear direction. Thorough... Read More
Fully recommend Mark at Harwood Driving School, best instructor around. Led me to passing at my own pace with zero minors. All of my lessons were well structured and had very clear direction. Thoroughly enjoyed learning to drive with Harwood. Read Less
Alicia Kiernan
21 Jul 2017
REPORT
Passed my test first time today thanks to Dan and Harwood Driving School. I was very nervous to begin with but Dan gave me the confidence to drive and so I'd highly recommend him.
Alicia Kiernan
21 Jul 2017
REPORT
Took my driving test today at Bolton Driving Test Centre after learning with Dan at Harwood Driving School and have past first time! Dan has been very patient with me as I was a very nervous pupil, he... Read More
Took my driving test today at Bolton Driving Test Centre after learning with Dan at Harwood Driving School and have past first time! Dan has been very patient with me as I was a very nervous pupil, he is a very thorough instructor who always arrives to lessons on time. I would highly recommend Harwood Driving School if you are looking for driving lessons in the Bolton district. Read Less
Charlotte Hall
13 Jul 2017
REPORT
Fully recommend Mark at Harwood Driving School, best instructor around. Led me to passing at my own pace with zero minors. All of my lessons were well structured and had very clear direction. Thorough... Read More
Fully recommend Mark at Harwood Driving School, best instructor around. Led me to passing at my own pace with zero minors. All of my lessons were well structured and had very clear direction. Thoroughly enjoyed learning to drive with Harwood. Read Less
Jacob Gallie
7 Jul 2017
REPORT
Learnt to drive with Dan at Harwood Driving School and me and my brother have passed first time with 2 minors. Dan has always been on time and has never cancelled any lessons, throughout my time with ... Read More
Learnt to drive with Dan at Harwood Driving School and me and my brother have passed first time with 2 minors. Dan has always been on time and has never cancelled any lessons, throughout my time with Harwood Driving School I have been prepared brilliantly to pass the test and also drive in all conditions. Would highly recommend! Read Less
Grant Kelly
26 Jun 2017
REPORT
Hardwood driving school has been an excellent way for me to learn how to drive in Bolton. After doing my research and contacting several different instructors, this driving school was definitely the b... Read More
Hardwood driving school has been an excellent way for me to learn how to drive in Bolton. After doing my research and contacting several different instructors, this driving school was definitely the best choice I could have made. Read Less
Nathan Birdsall
3 Jun 2017
REPORT
Recently had a refreshers course with Mark to build confidence after 7 years of non-driving. His patience, clear direction and feedback helped me get back into the groove of driving very quickly. I no... Read More
Recently had a refreshers course with Mark to build confidence after 7 years of non-driving. His patience, clear direction and feedback helped me get back into the groove of driving very quickly. I now feel very well prepared for test driving cars tomorrow. Read Less
Rach Louise Wood
23 May 2017
REPORT
I practically feared anything to do with reversing especially parallel parking but Mark was more than willing to try different methods till we found one that worked for me.
Alexander Young
7 Apr 2017
REPORT
I am very happy with the service at Harwood Driving School. I passed my driving test first time today with just three minors after 15 hours of tuition. The Golf is a great car to learn in and the 2.0 ... Read More
I am very happy with the service at Harwood Driving School. I passed my driving test first time today with just three minors after 15 hours of tuition. The Golf is a great car to learn in and the 2.0 litre turbo is always fun. My driving lessons in Bolton took me through various road and traffic conditions. Dan was very patient and explained things clearly. I enjoyed learning road craft and driving at higher speeds safely over the moors. I am very happy to recommend Dan to friends and family. Read Less
Callum Halpin
21 Mar 2017
REPORT
A big thanks to Mark on the amazing lessons. First time pass, highly recommend to those starting driving. Excellent prices, and very friendly. Thorough instruction on manoeuvres, very helpful �
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