SMS Driving School

Reviews

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  Rebecca Ivory

  3 days ago
  5.0
  I can't recommend Hassan highly enough. Despite an unexpected test cancellation throwing a real spanner in the works along the way, I finally passed, and I genuinely couldn't have done it without him. What makes Hassan stand out is how calm and reassuring he is in the car. He explains everything clearly and in a way that actually makes sense, at a pace that never feels rushed or overwhelming. He never once flustered despite inevitable learning mistakes; just steady, clear, and fair. He has incredibly high standards, but delivers them in a way that feels encouraging rather than pressurising. A real "train hard, fight easy" approach that builds your skills without denting your confidence. His attention to detail on test day was something else entirely. He quietly arranged my pre-test drive to take in the roundabouts he knew I felt confident on, then built in a quiet five minutes before we went into the Stevenage test centre -- a small but incredibly thoughtful touch that gave me exactly the headspace I needed. It's these little details that really set him apart and make the difference. He was always punctual, endlessly hard-working, and struck the perfect balance between professional and personable -- brilliant sense of humour, great chat, but never losing focus on what mattered. And the moments he told me he was proud of my progress genuinely meant a lot. If you're looking for an instructor who will work tirelessly for you and have you truly road-ready, Hassan is your Instructor :)
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  diana havriliuc

  5 days ago
  5.0
  I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better driving instructor. I passed my test today, and it’s all thanks to his patience, knowledge and support throughout the whole journey. I wasn’t always the easiest student, but he knew exactly how to handle every situation and helped me build confidence behind the wheel. He’s professional, friendly, calm under pressure, and clearly knows exactly what he’s doing. If you’re looking for an instructor who genuinely cares about his students and wants them to succeed, I highly recommend him. Simply the best! Thank you for everything! 🚗🎉👏
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  Lauren Bowden

  Jun 4, 2026
  5.0
  I can’t recommend Hassan highly enough. I came to him as a very nervous driver at the age of 42, after lessons with a previous instructor had left me with a number of bad habits and very little confidence behind the wheel. Hassan was incredibly patient, calm and reassuring throughout. He took the time to understand where I was struggling and essentially had to start from scratch, helping me unlearn bad habits and build solid driving skills the right way. What really stood out was his determination to help me succeed. I think he saw me as a challenge and never gave up on me, even when my nerves got the better of me. He was always encouraging, pushed me when I needed it, and genuinely cared about helping me become a safe and confident driver. Learning to drive later in life can feel daunting, but Hassan never made me feel judged or rushed. Instead, he helped me build my confidence step by step. Thanks to his excellent teaching, patience and support, I passed my test first time. If you’re a nervous driver, returning to driving, or learning later in life, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Hassan.
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  Emily Corbishley

  May 14, 2026
  5.0
  Hassan has been absolutely brilliant. My daughter's first instructor became unreliable and didn't turn for lessons so Hassan stepped in quite late on and has been superb. He is easy to deal with in terms of booking lessons and always on time or early. In terms of the lessons my daughter has told me he is always calm, positive and very reassuring. I would definitely recommend Hassan.
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  Ionutf Razvan

  May 9, 2026
  5.0
  Hassan, thank you so much for all your help and patience throughout my lessons. Today I passed my driving test, and a big part of the credit goes to you as well. You explained everything very clearly, helped me build confidence, and were always calm and professional. I highly recommend you to anyone looking for a great instructor. Thank you for everything! 😊

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