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NorDrive Intensive Driving Courses Norwich

NorDrive Intensive Driving Courses Norwich

5.0(197 reviews)See reviews ↓·Norwich

About the company

NorDrive Intensive Driving Courses Norwich is a driving school in Norwich. The instructor is Ian Clark, an Approved Driving Instructor for over twenty years. He is rated Top Grade by the DVSA and was a Gold Grade (Top) rated member with RoSPA. He has been involved with the IAM and RoSPA.

He holds a truck (articulated) and bus licences, is registered with the DVSA as a Fleet Trainer, and holds a Further and Adult Education Teachers' Certificate. NorDrive offers intensive driving courses in Norwich. Teaching is one to one and tailored to a person's learning style. Courses cover the test syllabus in a short space of time.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Learner-centred teaching from a single named instructor is the theme that runs through the feedback for NorDrive Intensive Driving Courses Norwich. Ian is repeatedly praised for adapting his approach to individual needs, whether a pupil is starting from scratch or returning after a long break, and reviewers describe him as calm, patient and reassuring even during difficult moments. The intensive format is mentioned often, with courses of 25 and 40 hours cited by customers who say the syllabus was covered quickly yet thoroughly and that weaker areas, particularly manoeuvres, were targeted with clear, easy-to-follow steps.

A point that comes up often is the willingness to arrange extra lessons at short notice in the week of a test, a flexibility that customers valued. Communication before booking is described as approachable and accommodating, with suitable dates found to fit around work or a new job. Learners report feeling ready and confident for their practical tests, and one family notes that both daughters passed first time. Many describe how Ian builds autonomy, with pupils given a say in what they practise as their skills grow, and the praise centres on his ability to instil calmness and confidence behind the wheel.

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Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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EntisHQs27 June 2026

Ian was amazing and was very thoughtful. He fitted me in for extra lessons the week of my test so is always there to help.

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Debs Hall3 June 2026

Fantastic instructor. We opted for the foundation course for my son who had minimal experience beforehand and couldn’t believe how comfortable and confident he was driving on completion. He enjoyed the lessons and can absolutely vouch for Ian’s relaxed, friendly approach which put him at ease the whole time. We organised a couple of refreshers before the test which he helpfully accommodated at short notice. And we now have a qualified driver. Wholeheartedly recommend and wish we’d used Ian for our other older kids rather than the larger Norfolk intensive courses!

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Anna Bateson18 February 2026

Ian is a fantastic instructor. He teaches you to be a calm and confident driver and nips any bad habits in the bud quickly, but without knocking your confidence! Highly recommend. Thank you Ian!

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leland evans3 October 2025

I just finished a 20-hour intensive driving course with Ian Clark and I can’t recommend him enough. He’s very easy to get along with and has an excellent way of explaining things clearly, making sure you understand not just how to do something but also why. He always checked that I was comfortable and confident before moving on, which really helped me feel ready for anything the test could throw at me. Highly recommend Ian to anyone looking for a supportive and effective driving instructor.

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Millie12 August 2025

I would totally recommend if you are looking for an intensive course. Both my girls have now been taught by Ian and his teaching is second to none. His teaching techniques are really good and both my girls found him pleasant and patient and both passed first time. Ian goes out of his way to fit in and around test times where he can. I don’t have any more children but would definitely be back if I did. Genuinely, if you need an instructor, Ian is the man to choose. Thank you Ian.

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Paul Denham9 July 2025

Ian has now taught our two daughters, and achieved first time passes for both of them. We could not have wished for a better instructor, he is supportive, experienced, understanding and a lovely person. I would thoroughly recommend him without hesitation.

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Arthur Vmyhill6 January 2025

Ian is a kind and caring instructor who, unlike many, goes that extra mile to make sure that his students feel safe and comfortable. His lessons are stress-free yet packed with easy-to-follow instructions that cover all the requirements for the test. (I would recommend for students learning to drive with Ian to book their test for Peachman Way.)

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RankProviderRatingReviewsOpen Sat.
1How-2-Drive★ 5,02308Yes
2NorDrive Intensive Driving Courses Norwich (this page)★ 5,0197No
3Pwi Ha's Driving School★ 5,076No
4Evolution Driver Training★ 5,044No
5Pass Confident Driving School★ 4,9319No
Contact
+447773538933www.nordrive.co.uk7 Marauder Rd, Norwich NR6 6HD
Working hours
Monday10:00–16:00
Tuesday10:00–16:00
Wednesday10:00–16:00
Thursday10:00–16:00
Friday10:00–16:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed