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We are thrilled to announce that Shift Driving School has been shortlisted for the prestigious Intelligent Instructor Awards 2025 in the category of Regional Driving School of the Year! This recognition highlights our unwavering commitment to excellence in driver education and our support for our dedicated instructors and the communities they serve.

About the Intelligent Instructor Awards

Established in 2019, the Intelligent Instructor Awards are the most trusted and recognized accolades in the driver training industry. They honor excellence across various categories, including individual instructors, driving schools, and industry suppliers.

Our Journey to the Shortlist

Since opening, Shift Driving School has been dedicated to providing top-notch driver education. Our focus on personalized instruction, innovative teaching methods, our instructor support and community engagement has set us apart in the industry. Being shortlisted for this award is a testament to the hard work and passion of our entire team.

Key Dates

  • Public Voting Opens: Week commencing 13th January 2025
  • Public Voting Closes: 24th February 2025
  • Awards Ceremony: 22nd March 2025 at the Intelligent Instructor Gala Dinner, Kents Hill Park, Milton Keynes

How You Can Support Us

Your support is crucial in helping us secure this esteemed award. Public voting plays a significant role in the selection process.

To cast your vote:

  1. Visit the Intelligent Instructor Awards Voting Page or click the big purple button above.
  2. Complete the voting form by selecting your preferred candidates in all categories.
  3. In the Regional Driving School of the Year category, select Shift Driving School.
  4. Submit your completed voting form.

Please note that votes are only valid when all categories are completed. There are some really great businesses in the other categories such as Total Drive. They have supported us massively with their app since we opened, so give them a well deserved vote too!

Voting is open from the week commencing 13th January 2025 and closes on 24th February 2025. Every vote brings us closer, and we’d really appreciate your support.

The winners will be announced at the Intelligent Instructor Gala Dinner on 22nd March 2025, held at Kents Hill Park in Milton Keynes. This event is part of the Driving Instructor Convention, a significant gathering of professionals in the driver training industry.

A Big Thank You!

We extend our deepest gratitude to our learners, instructors, and the entire community. Your trust and support have been instrumental in our journey. This nomination is not just a reflection of our efforts but also of the incredible community that stands behind us.

We’ve all got our fingers crossed!

Tim P.
2 days ago
I had driving lessons with Lisa and passed my driving exam with only one minor. She is very patient and knowledgeable about driving safety and the surrounding area. I would highly recommend Lisa to anyone considering taking driving lessons. Thank you Lisa for all of your help!
Garry D.
9 months ago
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Highly recommend Shift Driving School. They were an absolute pleasure to deal with from start to finish. Special shout out to my instructor Hassan, who taught me from scratch in just under 6 months. I had no previous driving experience at all and he talked through the steps and skills needed clearly, always supportively pushing me to be my best. Delighted to have passed at first attempt! Couldn’t have done it without the team at Swift and Hassan. Thank you!
Christopher W.
3 days ago
I used to find driving lessons stressful and boring, and my previous instructors (at other schools) were totally unreliable - messaging at short notice to cancel lessons. This made me hate driving all together...

Simon at SHIFT is the total opposite. He’s calm, consistent, and easy to get along with, which made a massive difference in my driving. I never thought I’d say this, but I actually enjoyed the process this time around.

Not once has Simon let me down - even working his days off to ensure I got across the line!

Passing first time with only 1 driver fault was the icing on the cake - even the examiner on test day mentioned the number of high quality students that Simon produces!

Cheers, Simon!
Denise W.
1 year ago
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I 10000000% recommend this driving school my instructor has been appsalutly amazing he had so much patience and really helped me through all my lessons then he recommend me a nervous course which really helped me as I really struggled with my nerve on my test but I finally done it and passed my test and I wouldn't have been able to do it if it wasn't for lewis so thank u sooooo much :)
inferno1393
3 weeks ago
Majid was a patient and skilled instructor who helped me pass my test and develop my independent driving skills
Webdeco.
2 years ago
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What a great company to not only learn to drive with, but to actually work with too. We would highly recommend Shift without a doubt.
Jerusha R.
3 weeks ago
I had a fantastic experience learning to drive with my instructor, Simon Houghton. He helped me overcome my fear of the road with his calm, patient approach and never made me feel rushed. He tracked my progress carefully, helped me understand complex situations, and corrected my mistakes in a way that actually built my confidence. Thanks to him, my driving skills improved massively. A great experience with Shift Driving School. Highly recommended.
Oto T.
2 months ago
Passed my driving test thanks to Majid and shift. 👍
Nikki T.
2 months ago
Would definitely recommend Shift & my instructor Ciaran!

Shift were quick to come back to me with my initial queries and getting me set up with an instructor. The driving school app is really intuitive and easy to use which was great.

Ciaran was always calm, patient and made me feel at ease. He was happy to answer any questions I had, go over things I felt unsure or unconfident about and it really felt like he went the extra mile to make sure I was ready for my test.

I passed my test and feel like a confident driver thanks to Ciaran's support and guidance throughout.
Pottsi P.
3 months ago
Found an instructor quickly. Julie was a fantastic teacher all the way through and set me up perfectly to pass first time. Special shout out the guys in the office and to Lisa who squeezed me in for a few last minute drives before my test.

Highly recommend.

Tom