Testimonials

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PLEASE NOTE!
Due to a hardware problem some testimonials, that were sent in 2009, were lost and cannot be recovered.
Any pupil whose testimonial has gone, could you either, resubmit a similar or a new testimonial, as and when you wish.
Many thanks!
John Iddon (ADI)

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Time and Date of Submission: 14:42:15 03.11.2011

Name: Sky
Location: Hinckley

Message:
John is a top instructor and a top guy, very patient and flexible.
Would definitely recommend him for any one wanting to drive.
Cheers for all your help mate :-)

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Time and Date of Submission: 13:19:21 29.09.2011

Name: Andrew
Location: Coventry

Message:
John's a great instructor, really patient but straight-up and honest about how you're doing.
He taught me how to drive well and safely and not just how to pass my test. John's really fair and flexible - if there's anything in particular you want to learn in lessons he'll help you in that.
When I had to cancel lessons at short notice or move things around, he was really understanding and did all he could to sort out another lesson for me.

Thanks for everything, John, and for getting me passed first time just in time for university!

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Time and Date of Submission: 21:22:53 31.08.2011

Name: Robyn Mains
Location: Earl Shilton

Message:
John is a fantastic instructor, with a great deal of patience!

Keeps you relaxed and fills you with confidence when behind the wheel.

Thanks to John I finally managed to pass second time :) would recommend him to any new drivers :) thankyou

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Time and Date of Submission: 17:13:34 16.08.2011

Name: Leon
Location: Hinckley

Message:
I already had a full UK Driving Licence but had not driven a car for over 5 years so I thought it would be a good idea to take some lessons.
John came highly recommended and it was a pleasure to have lessons with him, he puts you at ease and make you feel relaxed which is great.
I only wish John was my instructor when I first took my test!

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Time and Date of Submission: 16:13:47 16.08.2011

Name: Tom Gibson
Location: Burbage

Message:
John is an excellent instructor and very patient even when you do stupid things.
He has a great sense of humour which makes it easier and more relaxing when driving.
Thanks to his great teaching i passed my test first time and would recommend him to anyone!!

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Time and Date of Submission: 18:10:58 29.07.2011

Name: Sean Coghlan
Location: Hinckley

Message:
John is a great chap and a brilliant instructor. He has a great deal of patience and his banter puts you at ease behind the wheel. I would definately recommend him to any new drivers. Top instructor, top bloke. 10/10.

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Time and Date of Submission: 19:43:19 18.07.2011


Name: Vikki Luscombe
Location: Coventry
 

Message:
I had a great time learning to drive with John - he has a great sense of humour and an endless amount of patience to deal with all my mishaps, stalling and countless times getting stressed. But thanks to John I passed my test today on my second attempt!

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Time and Date of Submission: 18:57:04 17.05.2011

Name: Matt
Location: Elmesthorpe

Message:
John is an excellent teacher who is always calm, patient and very friendly.
I would definitely recommend him to others.
Thank you so much.
Matt.

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Time and Date of Submission: 15:22:41 11.05.2011

Name: Will Berry
Location: Earl Shilton

Message:
My driving career started off at a bad rate, there was a moment when i felt like giving up because i had a bad lesson, but my family and john kept believing that i could do it and persuaded me to carry on, in the end i found that carrying on was the right choice. i did have a test booked for january, but i had to rearrange it for march as i was feeling under the weather and i was not feeling 100% confident that i would pass. so in march i took my test and pass with only 3 minors. if i did not rearrange it i think i would have definately failed my test, so i am glad that i took the chance to change when i did. John is a very capable driving instructor and believes in his pupils even when they have had a bad lesson and are planning to give up, so i am thankful for his encouragement to me to carry on learning to drive.

Thank you John
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Time and Date of Submission: 16:29:06 03.12.2010

Name: Michael Dalton
Location: Coventry

Message:
Before John, I was with another guy who taught me all I need, but no more than that. When I had my first lesson with John, I knew, that I would be fine. He only became my instructor after my dad (who is a taxi driver) picked him up and was given John's card.

John is a very patient instructor, I was with him for only 8 weeks, but by the time my test came round today, I knew I would be alright (even though there was snow in places). John is honest and tells learners how it is (whether they are doing badly or greatly). I had a nightmare lesson before my test, but John assured me it would be fine, and how right he was.

My first three tests were with my previous instructor, and I got 2 major faults on each of those tests and between 4-10 minors. I did not give up though. I kept trying. I took my fourth test and passed with only 7 minors.

The car John uses is 59 reg SEAT LEON, which provides lots of power when I need it. I will be honest though, the brakes are a bit sharp and reverse gear is left-up, which can be confusing at times.

Overall, definately give John a go, and I have no doubt that you will pass. If ever in doubt, he will reassure you.

***** 5 STAR INSTRUCTOR, DEFINITELY!!!!!

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Time and Date of Submission: 22:49:05 06.09.2010


Name: James Craddock
Location: Barwell

Message:
What a true legend!
I really enjoyed my year of driving with John. I remember days where i was ready to give in, but John always assured me that one day i will be ready for my test.
Well today was that day, and i still can't believe i passed. I couldn't have done it without Johns support and true inspiration.
thank you ever so much John (o: James

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Time and Date of Submission: 19:08:36 31.08.2010


Name: Jack
Location: Elmesthorpe

Message:
From no driving experience to passing first time all within 25 lessons.
John is an excellent teacher who is always calm, patient and really friendly
I couldn't have asked for any better.
He is top notch.
Cheers, mate.

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Time and Date of Submission: 16:25:04 27.07.2010

Name: Andy Prickett
Location: Barwell

Message:
bit belated, but John is the man! very patient despite my many failings, cant praise him high enough for all his hard work, would reccomend lessons with john very highly!!!!!!

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Time and Date of Submission: 15:44:26 21.06.2010

 

Name: Laura Baker
Location: Coventry

Message:
John Iddon, well what can I say..
20 months I've had to put up with this man, + what an eventful 20 months it was!
But those 20 months never would have happened without the constant faith that John had in me :)
John did not only just teach me how to pass my test.. But taught me how to drive - skills that will stay with me forever.
Here's a driving instructor that is calm, enthuastic and quite frankly THE BEST!!
We even considered changing instructors.. But nope, John couldnt get rid of me that easily!
I'm so glad that I got to pass my driving test with the one + only John Iddon!
I really cannot thank him enough.
I gained a great friend in John.. I would definitely recommend him to anyone!!
CHEERS JOHN!!
IM FINALLY GONNA TURN PINKKK!!! xx

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Time and Date of Submission: 18:45:44 21.04.2010

Name: James Horseman
Location: Stoke Golding

Message:
Anyone looking for a helpful patient instructor then this is your man!
Thanks for helping me pass first time just gotta persude my parents to let me buy a car, cheers mate!

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Time and Date of Submission: 18:46:44 19.03.2010

Name: Lauren Kenney
Location: Leicestershire

Message:
I found John very patient, encouraging and made things easier to understand. While driving he had a calm atmosphere and was easy to get along with.
Though there were a few ups and downs, I want to thank you John for having confidence in me and helping me pass first time!
 

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Time and Date of Submission: 15:55:46 03.01.2010

Name: Daniel Robert Mann
Location: England

Message:
i have never met such a easy liking bloke . . wouldnt have choosen anyone else to teach me how to drive. . even at one point we were thinking of changing my instructor . .. but glad i didint and managed to sort it all out and he passed me first time :D . . so thnks john, just glad u didnt give up on me :P (Y)

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Time and Date of Submission: 12:40:39 09.10.2009

Name: Chelsea-Emma Ball
Location: Hinckley

Message:
Wellll good god, what can i say about John he couldn't get rid of me that easy!!

I passed on my 3rd test butt without having John instructing me i recon i would of gave up after my first.

Definatley the best instructor simply for the encouragment and belief he had in me:)

It took me a while but i got there in the end!!
Thanks John :)
Chelsea x

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Time and Date of Submission: 15:54:32 12.05.2009

Name: Jodie Sculthorpe
Location: Newbold Verdon

Message:
Well where to start.....
John is such a FANTASTIC driving instructor and a great person.

i would of no way been able to pass my test FIRST TIME!!! without him.

i would advise everybody to go with this man as he is most definitely the BEST!!! EVER!!!

Thank you sooooo much John xxxx

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Time and Date of Submission: 08:29:07 28.10.2008

Name: Sam
Location: Coventry

Message:
Without the help of this guy I would never had passed my test!

Thank you for all your help and support!

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Time and Date of Submission: 18:05:21 02.08.2008

Name: Stephanie Mayne
Location: Earl Shilton

Message:
Couldn't have done it without him (obviously) but John made me feel comfortable,

and he made me feel as though I could actually do it! he had faith in me.

I was relaxed, calm and at ease.

We shared good sense of humour. I would recommend him to anybody.

Thanks John x

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Time and Date of Submission: 14:42:12 02.07.2008

Name: Anthea
Location: Coventry

Message:
John is just the best.
Great guy, caring, relaxed and very understanding.
Very good at his job, and I will always recommend him.
I passed first time with john, so anyone can, and I also gained a great friend.

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Time and Date of Submission: 21:16:54 18.04.2008

Name: Kylie
Location: Coventry

Message:
John is an amazing instructor and I would recommend him greatly.
His patience and determination helped me pass my test first time.
He is a great guy who really cares about how his students do.
See you in a couple of years John ;).

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Time and Date of Submission: 16:14:24 04.12.2007

Name: Adam Percival
Location: at home

Message:
I would recommend John to anyone thinking of taking lessons.
He is not just your instructor but he's your friend.
Thanks a lot mate for your help-mate Percy.
Cheers man.
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Time and Date of Submission: 10:29:19 28.11.2007

Name: Amy
Location: Elmesthorpe

Message:
Hi John!! All I Can Say Is Thank You! You Were A Brilliant Teacher.
Even Though It Did Take Me A Few Times.
But Passing Was All Down To You And I Just Want To Say Thanks :)
I Would Definitely Recommend John To Everyone. x

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Time and Date of Submission: 23:30:47 27.09.2007

Name: Rachel
Location: Hinckley

Message:
What a fantastic teacher!! He's so patient and calm and gave me so much time.
He has a great sense of humour and a really unthreatening manner.
In under 2 months start to finish I passed first time having never driven before.
Definitely recommend John to anyone!!

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Time and Date of Submission: 17:46:30 13.09.2007

Name: James
Location: Desford

Message:
John Iddon, what can I say? Top bloke, I passed first time with him.
A friend recommended John to me and he lived up to the legend. So as a friend I recommend him to anyone.
I was all over the shop with my driving, until John sorted it out.
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Time and Date of Submission: 16:34:52 13.06.2007

Name: Bradley
Location: Barwell

Message:
I found john to be very professional but at the same time very friendly.
I had 5 lessons and passed 1st time john is a very good instructor who i would recommend to anyone :)

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Time and Date of Submission: 16:05:21 25.05.2007

Name: Sarah
Location: Leicester

Message:
I passed my test first time with John. He's a wicked instructor and I'd recommend to anyone wanting to learn to drive. Don't waste your time or money with other instructors. I had fun learning and my confidence grew every lesson unlike past instructors!
Thanks John!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Time and Date of Submission: 22:46:22 25.03.2007
Name: Ryan
Location: Earl Shilton

Message:
John is a brilliant instructor and a great person to be able to learn to drive with. I started to drive early Jan 07 and at first hadn't a clue what i was doing. But now just over one and a half months gone I have passed my test: P:) but I would not have achieved this with out the help of john. Thanks a lot john
Great instructor!!!!

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Time and Date of Submission: 02:31:32 09.03.2007
Name: Allan Iddon
Location: Coventry

Message:
I had 20 lessons with John and he helped me pass on my 2nd attempt with 4 minors, same amount as on my first attempt. I should have passed first time but just missed out.
He's a brilliant driving instructor and a swell guy. Ok I got to say that as he is my brother and didn't charge me for the lessons:-) good luck trying to get the same deal.
Really though thanks bro you were great and made it fun and easy, me not getting nervous on both tests says it all.

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Time and Date of Submission: 22:18:22 10.02.2007
Name: Simren
Location: Leicester

Message:
I have previously failed a driving test due to poor driving instructors... John has moulded me in to the star pupil :)
He is one in a million... a part of a limited species of excellent instructors... definitely recommend him to all the next generation of drivers!
I have my test coming up very soon and will update my testimonial!.... he also has Left and Right stickers on his car... for those forgetful pupils, like myself! ...

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Time and Date of Submission: 13:36:31 24.01.2007
Name: Nadine
Location: Coventry

Message:
I started having lessons with John about may 06, I had previously failed two tests with other driving instructors and didn't really feel they were very supportive or friendly. John has both of these qualities and got me through my test last August! He went out of his way to fit into my time as my little boy was under one. I will be recommending John to my partner and friends. Thanks John!!!!

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Time and Date of Submission: 21:59:06 16.01.2007
Name: Kirsty
Location: Coventry

Message:
I started my lessons with John around this time last year. I had started with a different driving instructor who I didn't get along with and I am so glad I chose John the second time around! He is a great teacher, very patient
(with me especially) and it was just a pleasure learning to drive with him. I was one of the rather slower learners and passed second time last week! He had a lot of confidence in me the whole way through which was great too. I would definitely recommend John to all my friends and family! :)
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I started my lessons in June time 2006.
John gave me the confidence I needed to get through my test, which I took in December.
John is very reliable, professional and friendly and I enjoyed every lesson.

Amy Bakewell (Earl Shilton)
Submitted 13th January 2007

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I started learning to drive with John in early 2006 and I was
practically ready for my test in 20 hours worth of driving, extremely
patient and helpful.

Michael: Leicester

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