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2022 TEST PASSES

Daniel Cookson, Markfield

Daniel Cookson passed his Driving Test - Leicester Cannock Street, 23.12.22 - 3dfs. He delivered a course of lessons from the Summer months and passed just in time for Christmas. Ready for his new career path. Great news!

Molly Kellam, Hugglescote

FIRST TIME PASS

Molly Kellam passed her Driving Test FIRST TIME at Hinckley Test Centre - 3dfs - 09.12.22. Passing her test in a 2 month period is an amazing and a brilliant achievement.

Hugo Chisholm, Glenfield

FIRST TIME PASS

Hugo Chisholm passed his Driving Test - FIRST TIME - Cannock Street, Leicester Test Centre - with ZERO Faults! 08.12.22. A complete beginner and passing within a 5 month period is a tremendous achievement!

Connie Morris Winterton, Whitwick

FIRST TIME PASS

Connie Morris Winterton passed her Driving Test - FIRST TIME - Loughborough Test Centre - 24.11.22. She worked incredibly hard to achieve this result , with extra lessons slotted in during the last 3 weeks to make sure she gained the result she deserved.

Emily Chisholm, Glenfield

Emily Chisholm passed her Driving Test - just 2 dfs - Cannock Street Test Centre - 23.11.22. Emily took a test 3 years previously and returning to driving wasn't an easy task. However, she made it look very easy on this particular day,

Liam Osborne, Bagworth

Liam Osborne passed his Driving Test , 3dfs, 19.10.22, Hinckley Test Centre

"So pleased to of passed my test , it opens up so many avenues for me. Including driving to college and work..thank you "

Sophie Spiers, Whitwick

FIRST TIME PASS

Sophie Spiers passed FIRST TIME - 1df = Hinckley Test Centre - 21.09.22

"I Couldn't believe I passed my Driving Test, FIRST TIME and within a 4 month period!!"

Emily Smith, Rothley

FIRST TIME PASS

Emily Smith passed FIRSTTIME with 1df at Loughborough Test Centre - 20.09.22

"So delighted to pass FIRST TIME and be able to drive my daughter to see her friends and NO MORE BUS!"

Coleby Thompson, Ratby

FIRST TIME PASS

Coleby Thompson passed his Driving Test FIRST TIME - 25.08.22 - Cannock Street Test Centre - 7dfs

"I passed FIRST TIME and very pleased. After many instensive lessons running up to my test, as I had to stop early on in my lessons for an injury. Thank you."

Leanne Reeves, Ratby

FIRST TIME PASS

Leanne Reeves passed her Driving Test FIRST TIME - 23.08.22 - 2dfs - Hinckley Test Centre

"Yes.....Yes and Yes...I passed FIRST TIME! This was my ultimate goal and gosh happy is an understatement!! Thank you :)"

Ben Phipps, Groby

FIRST TIME PASS

Ben Phipps passed his Driving Test - Hinckley Test Centre - FIRST TIME - 20.08.22 - 7dfs

"Passing my Driving Test FIRST TIME meant everything to me. After a course of lessons each week, I waited till I was advised to take the test, even though I was a little apprehensive to take it and requested a couple of more lessons. Wow..what a feeliing when passing!"

Jack Linnett, Markfield

Jack Linnett passed his Driving Test - Hinckley Test Centre - 18.08.22 - 14dfs

"Great feeling to pass my test and a massive relief. I now can drive my own car with confidence...thank you!"

Olivia Thompson, Thornton

Olivia Thompson passed her Driving Test at Hinckley Test Centre 26.07.22 - 4dfs

"So glad to pass my test and with finding a cancellation test last minute did it in my own car,"

Taylor Barrs, Ellistown

FIRST TIME PASS

Taylor Barrs passed his Driving Test FIRST TIME at Hinckley Test Centre - 14dfs - 15.07.22

"Passed my Driving Test FIRST TIME - brilliant!"

Harley Statham, Bagworth

FIRST TIME PASS

Harley Statham passed his Driving Test FIRST TIME - 5dfs - Loughborough TC - 29.06.22

"Passed my Driving Test FIRST TIME and really pleased."

William Warhurst, Bagworth

FIRST TIME PASS

William Warhurst passed his Driving Test FIRST TIME - 2dfs - Hinckley Test Centre - 22.06.222

"Great news to be able to pass my Driving TEST and FIRST TIME! I now have the flexibility to drive to College from my new location. Brilliant!"

Zoe Cox, Markfield

FIRST TIME PASS

Zoe Cox passed her Driving Test FIRST TIME - 22.06.22 - 4dfs - Loughborough TC

"Delighted to pass my Driving Test FIRST TIME and now I can drive my Beetle everywhere - yippee!"

Callum Lay, Markfield

Callum Lay passed his Driving Test - 21.06.22 - 7dfs - Loughborough TC

"Great to be able to pass my Driving Test and in time for starting University at the end of Summer."

Tom Hibbitt, Ratby

FIRST TIME PASS

Tom Hibbit passed his Driving Test - FIRST TIME - 17.05.22 - Loughborough TC

"So relieved to pass my Driving Test and FIRST TIME too!"

Lucy Thornewell, Loughborough

FIRST TIME PASS

Lucy Thornewell passed her Driving Test FIRST TIME with 3 dfs, Loughborough TC - 13.05.22

"I live away from home and study in Loughborough. I had a couple of lessons back home, but after leaving driving quite a few months, I thought I better crack on with it and get back behind the wheel. My mum organised lessons with Sam from Smiles Driving. I had 20 hours and passed FIRST TIME. Thank you..."

George Steel, Thornton

FIRST TIME PASS

George Steel passed his Driving Test FIRST TIME with 5dfs - Hinckley TC - 03.05.22

"After a course of weeky lessons and delivering Mock Tests as I approached the final day, I was very pleased to pass my Driving Test FIRST TIME!."

Daisy Sloan, Markfield

FIRST TIME PASS

Daisy Sloan passed her Driving Test FIRST TIME 2 dfs - Loughborough Test Centre - 30.04.22

"My brother and some of my friends passed their test first time with Smiles Driving and i was eager to do the same.. I took on board every little bit of advice/constructive criticism and made sure I stayed completely focussed throughout each lesson. It paid off and pleased to say I passed FIRST TIME!"

Oscar Allen, Markfield

FIRST TIME PASS

Oscar Allen passed his Driving Test FIRST TIME - Loughborough Test Centre - 5dfs - 28.04.22

"After just 19 hours of tuition I managed to pass FIRST TIME. Wow, I even surprised myself, but so pleased!!"

Ellie Bown, Anstey

FIRST TIME PASS

Ellie Bown passed her Driving Test FIRST TIME Loughborough Test Centre - 8 dfs - 27.04.22

"Passing FIRST TIME was a great achievement for me, as I didn't take to driving well in the early days. HOwever, I truly challenged myself and with great perseverance I managed the result I wanted."

Ben Robinson, Markfield

Ben Robinson passed his Driving Test - Loughborough Test centre - 10dfs - 21.03.22

"My partner used Smiles Driving and both her and her sister passed 1st time. I took regular lessons and managed to pass within a few months."

Eden Phillips, Anstey

Eden Phillips passed her Driving Test - Loughborough Test Centre - 6dfs - 03.03.22

"It was such a challenge for me to learn to drive, but Sam from Smiles Driving felt I had the road sense from biking 10 miles a day to work on the roads. The biggest challenge was purely the control of the vehicle. I was advised that I had great planning and awareness. The day came when I passed and now love driving everywhere."

Yasmin Sheffield, Markfield

FIRST TIME PASS

Yasmine Sheffield passed her Driving Test - Loughborough Test Centre - FIRST TIME -22.02.22 - 1df

"I was determind to pass FIRST TIME as I am a swimmer and train 9 times a week. I would like to drive myself to training sessions and to competitions. Most of all have the independance I desire. I was so pleased to achieve my goal!!"

Josie Rutherford, Markfield

Josie Rutherford passed her Driving Test - Loughborough Test Centre - 08.02.22 - 3dfs

"I was very nervous to start driving in my 30's but having a young family I knew it was something I needed to do. After weekly lessons and then a months break overseas, I came back and passed my test. It was such an achievement for me."

Joshua Barrett, Groby

FIRST TIME PASS

Joshua Barrett passed his Driving Test FIRST TIME - Loughborough Test Centre - 5dfs - 02.02.22

"My brother passed with Sam at Smiles Driving 1st time and it was an obvious choice for me to take lessons with her. I also was absolutely delighted to pass FIRST TIME too!"

Leah Williams, Markfield

FIRST TIME PASS

Leah Williams passed her Driving Test FIRST TIME - 8 dfs - Loughborough Test Centre - 18.01.22

"I returned to Markfield, after completing my Dancing Degree and knew it was time to gain my Driving License. I contacted Smiles Driving as I knew many that had taken lessons and passed in the village. My mum had also under taken a refresher course with Smiles Driving and felt it was the correct Driving School for me. I had around 35 hours of tuition from August 2021 and delighted to pass FIRST TIME in the following January. I certainly think the fact I was paying for the lessons myself made me even more determind to pass. Thank you.."

Louis Instrell, Markfield

Louis Instrell passed his Driving Test with 10dfs - Loughborough Test Centre - 15.01.22

"Passing my Driving Test will now enable me to look for a career once finishing my college course. I completed weekly 1.5 hour lessons and delivered many Mock Test in Loughborough. I felt quite confident by the time my test was taken and pleased to pass."