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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!

Nikki T.
4 days 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.
Garry D.
7 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!
Pottsi P.
4 weeks 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
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 :)
Abigail L.
1 month ago
10/10 experience learning to drive with Julie! She was patient and very lovely, she gave me the confidence I needed to pass my test. I really enjoyed each of my lessons and will miss them! I would recommend this school to anyone
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.
Izzy B.
1 month ago
I've had an absolutely fantastic experience with Shift from start to finish. I was assigned an instructor incredibly quickly after my first enquiry, and from the very first lesson to passing my test (first time with no faults!) I was supported incredibly well.

Simon helped me go from someone that had panic attacks after attempting lessons a few years ago, to being so confident behind the wheel that I have no reservations about going out and driving.

It was an absolute pleasure learning to drive with Shift and I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone.
Lankaji L.
1 month ago
I had an excellent experience with Shift Driving School. My instructor, William Stanton, was professional, patient, and incredibly supportive throughout my lessons. He explained everything clearly, helped me build confidence step by step, and always made sure I understood not just how to drive, but why things are done a certain way.

Thanks to his guidance, I passed my test on the first attempt! I highly recommend Shift Driving School to anyone looking for a calm, knowledgeable, and reliable instructor.
Josh A.
2 months ago
Today I passed my test!! I've have really enjoyed my lessons with Shift! There was a little bit of a wait but now I know why. I passed first time with my instructor (I had two because my availability changed) and you can tell by the way all of the instructors are with eachother that this is just a great school. The app is really good too. Would definitely recommend Shift Driving School.
Emily A.
2 months ago
10/10 experience when learning made sure I was confident and cool ready for the test . Entirely grateful for the pass !!!very grateful for the help of Lewis as an instructor!!!