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Thanet Local Children’s Partnership Group are excited to be working with the Community Driving school who are delivering this innovative approach to supporting our young people getting back into work and training.

Having had the opportunity to access a similar scheme myself twenty years ago in the West Midlands I can testify that not only did this open up the job market for me but also gave me a sense of achievement and independence which we want to share with our young people.

We would like to thank John for helping our young people access this opportunity.

Sharon McLaughlin - District Manager 0-25 Thanet | Early Help and Preventative Services | Kent County Council

Helped me to pass my test first time. If that’s not a good another reason to go with them nothing is.

Luke Marsh - Pupil

I was so lucky to find John as a driving instructor, he was so professional but incredible easy to get along with, making lessons so enjoyable, and at times purely hilarious. He gave me so much confidence, helping me overcome any anxiety I had in doing my driving test and helped me pass after being with him for only a short period of time. Thank you so much for all your help John, I will definitely miss our lessons!

Siobhan Gayle Casha - Pupil

A great instructor. Thank you John!

Gina James - Pupil

Thank you so much, without you John! I wouldn’t be where I am now, from being homeless to getting a new job and passing my test first time!! All because of You and CDS. Never let your past define your future! Thank you again mate!

Ryan Morley - Pupil

An amazing driving instructor: Incredibly patient, great at explaining things and just a really nice guy that’s easy to get on with (which helps a lot!). Couldn’t have passed without him!

Richard Oyewolé - Pupil

I am writing this as my son Jack is not on Facebook. John is one of the most genuine, calming, friendly and funny people you could ever meet. He was recommended to us as an instructor and he is such a positive influence to nervous learners. We are so pleased to have met John and are proud to now call him a family friend. Oh! and Jack passed his test yesterday – Thank you John!!

Jane Wood - Parent

John was an outstanding instructor for me, and I’m so pleased that I found him to teach me to drive. Not once throughout all of my lessons did I ever feel pressured or out of my depth, John teaches in a genuine and efficient way and became a friend who was really easy to get along with, making all the lessons fun and stress-free. Thanks John!

Oscar Crosbie-Smith - Pupil

Best instructor you could have. Pure respect to this man.

Luke Marsh - Pupil

Dear Johan, Thank you so much for all of your help and for being so supportive whilst I’ve been learning to drive!! You’ve been a great teacher and I can’t thank you enough!

Maddie - Pupil

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