I have never posted on the Nappy Valley website before, but I am a regular follower of the site and am inspired to make my first post!
As an American living in London for more than ten years, I thought it was finally time to move on from public transport and tackle my UK driving test. As an extremely busy working mom, getting the right driving instructor was the key to tackling this time-consuming and somewhat difficult project. I made extensive searches for driving instructors online, only to sadly have a bad experience with a national driving instruction company who repeatedly offered instructors with very little driving experience and no ability to teach.
At that point, I felt somewhat defeated, knowing the clock was ticking and that I would need to find a new instructor quickly in order not to have to take my written test again and be back at square one.
Luckily, I then searched the Nappy Valley website, and found Claire Jones who was frequently listed with glowing recommendations. I got in touch with her and we began our driving lessons last autumn. Although I have been a US licensed driver since 1986, I was surprised at how much I still had to learn in order to drive successfully in the UK. With Claire's help, I overcame my fear of zebra stripes, bus lanes, and crazy roundabouts. She was always extremely patient and gave me the confidence to drive in inner city London where the traffic rules (and bicycles) are often unpredictable and interesting! Claire was excellent company too and I enjoyed our chats along the road.
With Claire's help and encouragement, I successfully passed my driving test on my first attempt. I can now take my son to Legoland (yippee!) and have the much-needed freedom to explore the UK without being dependent on trains and buses.
If you are looking for a driving instructor, please do get in touch with Claire on 0752 546 4708 and tell her Nicole sent you!
Nicole
Battersea Mom
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