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Bruce York Driving the RED Driving School trained Instructor teaching Inside York Ring Road Only, in a Manual Car

Bruce York Driving the RED Driving School trained Instructor teaching Inside York Ring Road Only, in a Manual Car

4.9(68 reviews)See reviews ↓·York

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Learner drivers across York, from complete beginners to those polishing skills after basic tuition from a parent, repeatedly highlight Bruce as a patient and knowledgeable instructor. Reviewers frequently credit his clear explanations and calm, professional manner with helping them pass the practical test on the first attempt, including several who arrived after discouraging experiences with a previous instructor. Something that features in review after review is the repetitive practice of problematic manoeuvres and the careful preparation for test-day conditions.

Many note how he tailors each session to the individual, whether building confidence behind the wheel or refining habits already formed. The beginner-friendly manual car is described as easy to steer and start, which helps nervous learners settle quickly. International students mention that instructions are straightforward to follow, and the encouraging atmosphere, complete with a sense of humour, is a recurring theme. Flexible scheduling and assistance in securing an earlier test date also feature in accounts. Confidence and safe driving habits remain the lasting benefits pupils describe after their lessons with Bruce.

Reviews

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Meryl Kirkby18 August 2026

Bruce is a very knowledgeable instructor who supported me in passing first time. After having a bad experience with a previous instructor, Bruce was very patient and taught me lots of good habits. I would recommend Bruce to other learners, thank you! :)

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Yinuo Zoe12 August 2026

Bruce is an excellent driving instructor! He is patient, which made learning to drive so much less stressful. As a Chinese student, I really appreciated how friendly, clear and easy to understand he was. He took time to explain things carefully, and was genuinely kind and encouraging throughout every lesson. He clearly enjoys teaching and cares about his students’ progress, not just passing the test. I’d highly recommend Bruce to anyone learning to drive, if you are looking for a patient and supportive instructor. Thank you, Bruce!

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Ben Jones4 March 2026

Bruce was absolutely brilliant. Very patient and allows you to ask any driving questions you may have. All the lessons are very clearly structured and everything is repeated to allow you to remember exactly what you are doing behind the wheel. I would 100% recommend. Once again thank you Bruce.

KM
Kerry McCloy12 November 2025

Bruce instills safety in all his teaching, which as a particularly nervous first time driver, helped me to relax and drive my best. His honesty, humour and patience make him a highly enjoyable instructor to have learnt with and I would recommend him any day. His prices are also far more affordable than standard rates and I passed first time.

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R D.8 October 2025

Bruce is a great driving instructor and I had a hugely positive experience learning to drive. He explains everything clearly, frequently providing tips for the practical test and ensuring any problematic aspects of driving are repeatedly practised. He's safe, has both a professional approach and calm demeanour. Thanks to his guidance, I passed my test (and don't dread driving)! Definitely recommend.

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Jonathan Ellard3 June 2025

Bruce is a fantastic driving instructor. Through all my lessons I felt engaged and thoroughly enjoyed myself. Bruce teaches all important aspects of driving with a calm and considerate manner. His response to faults or mishaps on the road is always positive and kind. He is also a fantastic communicator with prompt and fast response times. I will now always recommend Bruce to anyone considering taking up driving in or around the York area. Thanks to Bruce I passed first time!

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Owen Dagger10 June 2024

Really enjoyed having Bruce as my instructor to pass my test. Even though my dad taught me the basics Bruce came in and polished things up so I was test ready. Yes it only took me 5 or 6 lessons with him but that was mainly due to my dad teaching me the basics. Would really recommend Bruce to be other peoples instructors to help them achieve what I did.

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11Bruce York Driving the RED Driving School trained Instructor teaching Inside York Ring Road Only, in a Manual Car (this page)★ 4,968No
Contact
+447958001348bruceyorkdriving.simplybook.itLavender Grove, Acomb, York YO26 5RX
Working hours
Monday08:30–15:00
Tuesday08:30–15:00
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayClosed
FridayClosed
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed