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With so many driving schools to choose from, how can you be sure that you are making the correct choice?
I’m Neil Ridding, owner of the driving school. As the largest driving school in Banbury we've a dedicated team of driving instructors who are committed to helping you pass your driving test first time and getting you on the road sooner. We are determined to provide the best driving lessons Banbury has to offer.
I’m so confident that you’ll love learning to drive with us that I make the following unique customer promise:
1. If you don’t enjoy your driving lesson, you’ll get your money back.
2. Free theory test preparation, no need for expensive books or apps.
3. Records kept each driving lesson so you can track your progress.
4. Expert driving instruction means you pass your driving test as soon as possible.
5. All our driving instructors have been trained by myself personally and are regularly checked to ensure the highest standards of tuition.
Local Test Passes - and counting!
Our Latest Driving Test Passes
Kizzy Drew Driving Test
A massive well done to Kizzy Drew who passed her driving test in Banbury on 30th January 2020.
Kizzy won our Drive the Dream prize where we gave free driving lessons, a free theory test and free driving test to one deserving person based on recommendations from friends and family.
Kizzy was a deserving winner, her new driving licence will help with her new career and is already making a big difference to her life.
Well done Kizzy, from your driving instructor Neil and the team at NearWay Driver Training.
Reece Palmer Driving Test
A very big well done to Reece Palmer who passed his Driving test Banbury on 11th February 2020!
He is relieved to have passed and can now focus on his goal of becoming big in the Filming camera industry that involves driving around to different locations and sets.
Congratulations Reece and best of luck achieving your goals from your driving instructor Gurdev and all the team at NearWay Driver Training.
Kirsten Prentice Driving Test
A very big well done going to Kirsten Prentice who passed her Driving Test Banbury on 29th January 2020 on her first attempt!
Having great support and encouragement from her family along with guidance from myself helped Kirsten achieve a first time pass with ZERO faults! An excellent achievement! Kirsten can now look forward to the freedom of being able to take her kids where ever they want to go!
Congratulations Kirsten from your driving instructor Gurdev and all the team at NearWay Driver Training.
Harry Radford Driving Lessons
Congratulations to Harry Radford on passing his Driving Test Banbury on 10th January 2020!
Harry was happy to be able to go back to Uni with the good news of passing his test and to no longer have to rely on his parents for lifts!
Well done Harry, from your driving instructor Gurdev and all the team at NearWay Driver Training.
Sam Goode Driving Test
Congratulations to Sam Goode who passed his Driving Test Banbury on 8th January 2020 with just ONE driver fault!!
This was a great start to the year for Sam as it will help him with his business as a personal trainer.
Well done Sam and best of the luck for the future, from your driving instructor Gurdev and all the team at NearWay Driver Training.
Charlie House Driving Lessons
Congratulations to Charlie House who passed his Driving Test Banbury on 7th January 2020 on his first attempt!
Charlie was really relieved to pass as it means he can now begin to set up his own business!
Well done Charlie from your driving instructor Gurdev and all the team at NearWay Driver Training.
Our Latest C1 Test Passes
Brendan Thompson HGV Test
Congratulations going out to Brendan Thompson who passed his HGV training Oxfordshire on 12th Feb 2020. The early morning test meant that he could still do a days work in his concrete business.
Now he has his class 2 lorry licence Brendan can drive a bigger lorry, making his business more efficient.
Well done Brendan, from your instructor Neil and all the team at NearWay Driver Training.
Bethan Williams C1+E Test
Well done Bethan Williams who passed her C1+E lorry driving test on 3rd February 2020!
Bethan already has her class 2 licence but now has the flexibility to tow her horses with a lorry or car. Bethan is due to get married in a few weeks, we wish you well with the wedding!
Congratulations Bethan from your driving instructor Neil and all the team at NearWay Driver Training.
C1 Training
Abbie Mae Holdsworth C1 Test
A Massive Congratulations to Abbie Mae Holdsworth on passing her C1 Test Oxfordshire on the 5th of February 2020 on her first attempt!
Abbie drove amazingly and demonstrated she had the ability to drive a larger vehicle safely, Passing the test first time collecting only 2 faults throughout the entire test. Abbie can now look forward to her new career within the Ambulance Service.
Congratulations Abbie from your driving instructor Kevin and all the Team at Nearway Driver Training.
Kayne Chambers C1+E Test
A massive congratulations to Kayne Chambers on passing his C1+E Trailer Test Northamptonshire on the 31st January 2020 on his first attempt!
Kayne drove exceptionally well and thoroughly deserved this first time pass adding yet another entitlement to his driving licence.
Congratulations Kayne from your driving instructor Kevin and all the Team at Nearway Driver Training.
Lauren Knott C1 Test
Congratulations to Lauren Knott who passed her C1 test Northamptonshire on 29th January 2020 on her first attempt!
Lauren has a new horse lorry waiting for her to use and her mum is looking forward to a ride in it!
Lauren used our all inclusive service where we organised the medical and theory test as well as the practical driving, she said the process was very easy and everything went like clockwork!
Well done Lauren from your driving instructor Neil Ridding and all the team at NearWay Driver Training.
Naomi Spencer C1 Test
Congratulations going to Naomi Spencer who passed her C1 Test Milton Keynes on 28th January 2020 on her first attempt!
Naomi gave an excellent drive and received ZERO faults throughout the entire test! She is now looking forward to being able to start her paramedic course!
Well done Naomi from your driving instructor Ian Ackerley and all the team at NearWay Driver Training
C1 Test Buckinghamshire
Our Latest B+E Test Passes
Alex Springford Towing Test
Massive congratulations going out to Alex Springford on passing his B+E trailer test Northamptonshire on 13th February 2020 on his first attempt!
Alex drove amazingly collecting just 2 faults throughout the entire test! With the newly added licence entitlement he can now tow trailers for his employer at work.
Well done Alex from your driving instructor Kevin and all the team at NearWay Driver Training.
Trailer Training Northamptonshire
Harry Brown Towing Test
Congratulations to Harry Brown who passed his B+E Trailer Test Northamptonshire on 5th February 2020!
Harry gave a good drive only picking up 2 driver faults and can now tow trailers without having to use a tractor.
Well done Harry from your driving instructor Kim and all the team at NearWay Driver Training.
B+E Training Northamptonshire
Pav Poczatko Towing Test
A very big well done going to Pav Poczatko who passed his Towing Test Northamptonshire on 12th February 2020 on his first attempt!
Pav needed the licence for his job where he can now tow trailers in the UK and Europe.
Congratulations Pav from your driving instructor Kim and all the team at NearWay Driver Training
Nicholas Whadcoat Towing Test
A big well done going to Nicholas Whadcoat who passed his Trailer Test Northamptonshire on 12th February 2020 on his first attempt!
Nicholas can now tow trailer in the UK and Europe for his job.
Congratulations Nicholas from your driving instructor Kim and all the team at NearWay Driver Training.
Carl Porter Smith Towing Test
A massive congratulations going out to Carl Porter Smith who passed his B+E Trailer Test Northamptonshire on the 11th of February 2020 on his first attempt!
Carl gave an amazing drive earning him a first time pass coming home with a clean sheet, Zero Faults throughout the entire test!!
Carl can now use his new towing licence to help with the business.
Well done Carl from your driving instructor Kevin and all the team at NearWay Driver Training
David Diamond Towing Test
Congratulations going out to David Diamond who passed his B+E Test in Northamptonshire on 10th February 2020!
David drove really well only picking up 2 driver faults throughout the test. He can now look forward to being able to take out his new caravan.
Well done David from your driving instructor Ian Ackerley and all the team at NearWay Driver Training
Just some of our Facebook Reviews
Avril Jane
I trained with Neil to become a driving instructor. His extensive knowledge and experience helped me no end. Neil's kind and patient manor makes a great learning environment for anyone. Highly recommend to anyone who is thinking of training as an ADI.
Sam GoodeI would like to thank Gurdev for always making me feel confident in my ability, I’ve worked with other instructors who have made me feel pressured and stressed but with Gurdev I didn’t t feel that way at all. Top instructor, and thank you for helping me to pass 👍🏼
Marie ThorntonLucie my instructor was excellent ! I highly recommend Near Way ! Thank you !
Chris BentonLast year I passed my B+E first time with a days training from Nearway and they were amazing. my Son, Rhys turned 17 this year and we got straight on the phone to Nearway, Lucie was chosen to be his instructor and wow what a fun bubbly character and excellent instructor. Rhys enjoyed his lessons with Lucie and soon passed his test, she was extremely flexible as he lives in Essex and was only home certain days. my daughter turns 17 in 2 years and we will be straight on the phone to Nearway. what an excellent company and Lucie is a credit to you.
Sam GutteridgeThank you to everyone at Nearway Driver Training for helping me pass me B+E test first time. From the first phone call I was told exactly what I would need to do based on my experience (none!). Neil was great during the course helping me relax and prepare for exactly what to expect during the test.
Will NorgateThank you to nearway for training me on B+E. The whole team were friendly and helpful, massive shout to Ian who was fantastic. Would definitely recommend the day and half course even if you can drive with a trailer, has enhanced my normal driving abilities already. Only reason I wont be doing my C1 with you guys is I would just go for full C license which unfortunately you don't do otherwise I would definitely book with you guys.
Highly recommended
Jade PickettHad an amazing experience at Nearway Driving such friendly staff and really relaxed. Was quite nervous on the way to the training but felt very relaxed once we got driving. I completed my C1 with Ian at the Northampton base and he was so nice and made sure I understood everything as we went round. Would definitely recommend them to anyone thank you guys
Hannah FoulkesFrom my very first contact with Neil and his team, they were just so helpful they supported me all the way through my theory tests and the training they gave was excellent. I passed first time with only 3 minors. Thank you for everything you did!
Roger ThorntonFrom booking the training and test to doing it all on the day nearway were fantastic massive thanks to Neil for getting me through. Top company would highly recommend them
Paul BartonPassed my trailer test on a one day course thanks to Nearway driver training, Excellent tuition, very clear and patient, highly recommended!
Beatrice Maloneysuch patience and expertise from Kim for my B+E... tempted to do my C1 too now... if I decide to, I know where I'll go for training. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️