Your comments

"Yes felt confidence throughout and got the result I wanted ... Thank you so much for helping me the last few weeks". And that with a pass with 1 minor fault, after a long drive to Ludlow!

Prahlad (business student in USA, Solihull; Jul-24)

"Tim, I would like to say really thank you for your teaching me long time and create my successful test today! You are a nice and patient instructor and always understand what I am thinking."

Candy (mum to two boys, Selly Oak; Jul-24)

"I will try to take the driving test and my Hong Kong instructor will come with me. She also agrees that I am ready. Thank you for your encouragement and for giving me a lot of confidence. You make me believe that I can do it. ... Thank you again for your always encouragement and providing me with a lot of useful information, much of which I had never heard of before. It has been really helpful. You are very very very good teacher"

Alice (remote IT worker, Weoley Castle; she passed first time, Jun-24)

Wonderful pair of passes soon after each other, Paul first time and with only ONE FAULT. In a kind birthday card they said "You know we enjoy every moment of chatting with you, from which we learn a lot ... Please allow us to say thank you very much for your valuable, encouraging and patient driving instruction. Such that we can now fight with each other to sit on the driving seat."

Paul and Ada (maths teacher and macro-economist, Stirchley; Apr-24)

"Many thanks, Tim. May I ask you for little favour? When you will see this lady from the test centre please say she was really good and very kind to me. I didn’t tell it to her because was really upset. And many thanks for your kind support."

Hanna (building works planner, Edgbaston ex-Ukraine; Jan-24)

"Thank you for being such a lovely driving instructor and for teaching me."

Sarah (nursery assistant and textiles graduate, Bournville; Jan-24)

Hearty Xmas congratulations to Margaret for her splendid business-like, progressive drive around Redditch last week ! I'd be surprised if she collected more than 3 DFs ... and would disagree with those if she was simply driving economically (i.e. "eco-safe", which I'm sure will soon be part of marking on test).

Margaret (care worker, Longbridge; Dec-23)

Well, where do I start? For me, Tim has been much more than a driving instructor. I became one of Tim’s students in the spring of 2021 where I was learning in his old manual car. Soon after, he said he’d be switching to an automatic. So I made the decision to go with someone else: this wasn’t a reflection on Tim, it was purely down to my own self doubts. It didn’t take me long to realise I'd made a mistake. As someone with anxiety and low self-esteem, Tim was the perfect teacher for me. Incredibly caring, supportive and, above all, patient, Tim will teach you how to drive while providing laughs and life-lessons along the way. I owe an enormous amount to Tim, who I'm now proud to call my friend. Thank you also for your Shakespearian enlightenment [I wrote Ash a poem]. Learn with Tim, he’s great!

Ashlee (local government facilities officer ... and actor, Dickens Heath; Dec-23)

Sarah, what can I say? We had a blast. Lessons were such fun. With a lot on your plate, you were a sassy and bright student who kept your mind on the job and your hand on the task. I hope to see you again when I need hospitality in the city centre!

Sarah (hospitality manager, Kings Norton; Nov-23)

Well done for your hard work, Lok: not an easy task when a person moves to another country. You can now enjoy the silver Jazz you wanted.

Lok (Economist, Selly Oak; Nov-23)

Good performance, Stephen, and in your own car too! It was a pleasure to learn about life in Hong Kong ... and you did convince me perhaps I should travel abroad to improve my ability to teach.

Stephen (worker in Special Educational Needs, Cofton Hackett; Nov-23)

Go, Thryn! Midnight pit-stop photo near Bristol, while remote-navigating my daughter back home in her first car: an electric one for under 7 grand! My first student to skip the oily/steamy Industrial Age and go strait into electric. (Maybe the climate can be cooled after all).

Kathryn (dancer and gym coach, Leeds; Jan-23)

Brilliant job, Anna, for a neat assessed drive round Dudley. May your licence open up even more opportunities in film, television, and your personal world! (And if anyone's wondering, the stills come from Episode 1 of Gerry & Sylvia Anderson's groundbreaking 1965 show, "Thunderbirds").

Anna (prop-maker and media software graduate Quinton; Dec-22)

"Thanks for the lesson today. Driving instructors are heroes to me and every driver. You are so calm and patient at all times and situations. If there will be an AI car safety system like Siri, they should use your voice."

Tim (digital illustrator, Cofton Hackett; Nov-22

Молодец, товарищ Иван! Отличная производительность вождения, накапливающая только две незначительные ошибки на первом практическом тесте (в Вустере). Теперь ты действительно собираешься купить Renault Twizy?

Ivan (chef and trainee lawyer, Weoley Castle; Oct-22

"I had 3 other driving instructors before coming across Tim on his YouTube channel, having been learning to drive for 2 years and having failed countless tests. I started to wonder why I simply couldn’t grasp driving but once I started lessons with Tim my confidence grew in leaps and bounds. Tim actually took the time to explain things to me. He taught me how to drive in a way that other instructors failed to do, paying attention to the small details that aren’t as obvious to a new driver.

With Tim, I finally felt I had some semblance of control of the car and I was so relieved to pass my practical driving test with only 2 minor faults a week before my theory test was due to expire. Bear in mind that I had failed almost 10 tests before, all with a double-digit number of minor faults and some major too.

It has now been over 3 years since I passed my driving test and I still feel immensely grateful to Tim for his help. As someone who felt anxious on the road, Tim’s positive, motivational style of teaching did wonders for my confidence. I cannot begin to recommend him enough."

Selina (retail worker; Yardley Wood, Oct-22)

“Hey Tim , just wanted to say another thanks for everything , I know we didn’t spend too many hours together , however every lesson I still learnt something new to add to my driving and I also end up with the results so I just wanted share a special thanks for the amazing instructions, in such a short time … hope to see you on the road soon !”

Charles (carer; Kings Norton, Sep-22)

Nicely done, Thomas, all the way from Hong Kong to Dudley for a sweet driving test with "Steve".

Thomas (sports coach, Attwood Green; Jun-22)

Hearty felicitations to Thomas, passing in early summer in Sutton Coldfield with only 4 driver faults.

Thomas (database designer, Attwood Green; Jun-22)

Big congratulations to Jess, who passed at Kings Heath in the spring. First in the new (electric) car.

Jess (physiotherapist, Harborne; Apr-22)

Very well deserved accomplishment early this morning, for this young man, in South Yardley.

Leon (veterinary student; Sep-21)

Excellent work Will, on passing. Enjoy your red Citroen!

Will (Earlswood; Aug-21)

Tim is a very good driving instructor, who is calm, patient and tries to explain concepts in easy-to-understand ways. He also has great resources and videos on his website to help you improve.

Ben (PhD sports science student, Hall Green; Aug-21)

"Gooowon, my son !" So there we have Son#2 passing his practical test yesterday.

I did ask him for a quotation of what it was like learning with his father but he couldn't think of anything to say. He made his first journey without L-plates, coming home from Coventry ... where I'd met him from yet another city to take the test.

He did say he liked the roads around Bedworth (if that counts).

Euan (MechEng undergraduate, Nottingham; Oct-20)

"Thanks for all your help over the last few months and good luck going electric." And good luck to you, too, Jamie, practising on your own in your mum's Range Rover Evoque !

Jamie (Sixth Form science student, Shirley; Feb-20)

Great result from you, so you can go and get that VW Scirocco you've been after since you were 17. Oh no; you've got a PEUGEOT instead … just like my son's !

Blessing (fraud detection, HSBC, Longbridge; Oct-19)

Against all your expectations, Libby, you "made it through the rain". A very well deserved pass at Cocks Moors Woods test centre!

Libby (student welfare officer, University of Birmingham; Aug-19)

Well done, Shane, in a beautiful drive around Sutton Coldfield last week.

Shane (builder, Kings Norton; Jul-19)

"Having been taught by two other instructors prior to Tim, I know both what's available and what's lacking from other instructors, Tim was great at maintaining a calm atmosphere while making sure I learnt as much as I could during the lesson and provides excellent explanations and instructions and he undoubtedly is a key reason that I passed my exam. Honestly all you could want from an instructor".

Daniel (business studies student, Selly Oak; Apr-19)

"I am absolutely delighted to have passed! Thank you for helping me feel confident in the car, I couldn’t have done it without your support and guidance."

Roshany (university student, Sheldon; Mar-19)

"Thanks so, so much for your (video) answer. Really struck by your professionalism and dedication ... Wouldn't you know I'd found significant help from the far Britain (unbelievable). So it remains to really thank you again for your kindness (wish I had an instructor like you)! Have a nice day, Ciao! A great person deserves compliments."

Giovanni Bravi (Italy, by email from watching my YouTube channel; Jan-19)

Congratulations to both Audrey and Shadrach, who passed their tests on the same day in mid-December. Audrey is an accountant, from Malawi, and Shaggy from Sri Lanka, though the picture here shows his current home for business studies, Birmingham city.

"Thank you for the teaching, I really enjoy driving with you (and sitting in your American car). I am working at Ardencote [hotel] next year, I hope we will see each other again :)"

On-ki ("banqueting management" graduate; Hong Kong, Jun-18)

"I feel all alleviated … and just after my twenty-first birthday; it was meant to be! I'm gonna miss my driving buddy [and our] theme-of-the-day on each lesson. You've got me my road wheels!"

Lauren (Worcestershire uni student; West Heath, May-18)

My other examiners "broke me down"; it seemed they wanted to keep lessons going. Tim helped me to bring it all together: theory, intuition, practice, by building my confidence again. So when I approached this test, I could say "Either I will pass, or I will learn". And I passed ... with only 2 driver faults !

Yaakubu (quality assessor; Redditch, Apr-18)

Tim's guidance and support proved utterly invaluable in helping me to achieve that step-up to reach a competent test standard. He was quick to advise me on how to correct any faults in my driving in a detailed and thoughtful manner. The advice was wholly implementable and I honestly couldn't see myself passing without it. With Tim's help, I was able to pass my driving test with just a few minor faults! Thanks, Tim.

Harry (Geography graduate, considering ESL abroad; Wythall, Jan-18)

Well done Nathan, who's not only passed his test at Wyndley test centre (southeast edge of Sutton Park), but taught me that the most useful thing in the event of a zombie apocalypse is a roll of duct tape. (Click the image alongside to read why). According to "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy", it's a towel. I contend that it's a small ball of BluTak.

Nathan (computer science engineer, Brandwood End; Dec-17)

Thank you for being extremely incredibly patient and boosting my confidence especially with roundabouts. It was a pleasure having lessons with you and talking about nice cars, houses and cherished number-plates.

Yuvin (Business Studies student, Aston, Nov-17)

Brilliant job, Ruby ! This young lady nailed her driving test at Cocks Moors Woods test centre last week. She writes "Thank you for being incredibly patient with me. I really enjoyed driving lessons with you and the topics we used to talk about. You were my confidence booster".

Ruby (Business Studies undergraduate; Oct-17)

Époustiflouflant ! Par sa quatrième tentative, Georgia gagne son permis très tôt ce matin (en partie, grâce au déportement de son examinateur, le joli André). Mais, en plus je dois avouer qu'elle nous a dit, à la fin du teste, que "Tim; lui, il est le meilleur ", ce qui était gentil à attraper. Mais, en fin de compte, Georgia s’y appliquait bien et mérite carrément son succès. (Elle avait subi deux profs précédents mais m'a choisi à cause de ma bio ici ... ce qui me frappe d'une sorte de palmarès).

La photo dépeint quelques sottises la dernière minute dans la salle d'attente, dès avoir croisé cette combinaison dingue de siège et comptoir. G ne s'y cache pas en peur : elle témoigne à ses prouesses professionnelles dans sa carrière choisie. En arborant un marron veinard !

Georgia (licenciée de physiothérapie ; septembre 2017)

Thanks a lot Tim! Just watched [the summary video I made of his lesson] and I appreciate it, it was a great video. I haven't commented on your lecturing yet, and I must say you take a very different approach and go in depth which is unique from many instructors; I'm very pleased so far. Because it gives me an impression that you truly want me to pass asap.

Faron (Student, Wychall; Feb-17)

Well done, Roslan, for gaining your UK driving licence at Kingstanding test centre. An experienced driver from Malaysia, Roslan picked up only 4 driving faults ... and in an area we'd not been able to spend much time in. Big congratulations, well deserved !

Roslan (Quinton; Jan-17)

"Tim really helped me by putting me at ease. I came in very anxious to do well. Tim's teaching is one of which is laid back and very logical so you can build safe habits. Having been through 5 different instructors (Tim being 5th) I can say from experience I adapted to Tim's teaching very well and knew that If I did pass, it would be Tim who'd have helped get me there."

Santiago/Sanjiv (Bearwood; Nov-16)

"Learning with Tim has been an experience that no other instructor could offer. From new starting drivers to ones that need a little guidance, Tim is the man to help you succeed. His methods of teaching only make everything easier to understand, including his comical ways to help you remember what you have learnt. I would recommend TRC11 to anyone wishing to learn to drive."

Ryan (electrician, Stirchley; Nov-16)

"Tim is an absolute star. I was a very anxious driver and his teaching style was always positive which put me at ease. He is incredibly patient and really goes the extra mile (excuse the pun) to ensure you get the most out of your lessons."

Kelly (young mother-of-two, Brandwood; Sep-16)

"I wanted to thank you for helping me to get the pass. Although it was only for a few lessons it helped consolidate what I had already done and gave me much needed advice/confidence ahead of the test. I found the lessons both interesting and enjoyable ..."

Jack (student and police driver's son, Kings Heath; Sep-16)

"I just wanted to say Thank You for all the time you have taught me. The driving lessons are great. You are a great teacher; the best! I will be recommending you to other people. Also he has given me great help in how to cope with University and moving away from home. And thanks for all your support in making me pass the test; I will never forget about it."

Chris (business IT undergrad, Kings Heath; May-16)

"Tim was a great instructor the time I spent with him. He explained things in a simple and straightforward way which made me realise how simple roundabouts were. He encouraged me and gave me the self-belief I needed to go on and pass my test. So thanks a lot Tim and I really recommend his lessons".

Ben (art student, Selly Park; Mar-16)

"Tim is an excellent instructor. He has all the skills a learner driver needs to learn driving and pass the test. I didn't believe in me passing first time but he kept motivating and giving me confidence. I recommend him to anyone who wants to learn to drive and understand the mechanism behind the wheels."

Farid (civil engineer, Kings Norton; Dec-15)

"Thank you very much Tim for being such a great instructor. I thought your patient and positive teaching style was very helpful, especially when I was first learning. Also, all the extra work you did outside of my lessons, including making additional videos and sending me links to relevant websites was much appreciated. Thanks again and hopefully I'll be driving the Triumph [Spitfire] soon!"

Tobi (A-level student, Harborne; Sep-15)

"I really liked the teaching style of letting you make the mistakes and being able to correct yourself rather than an instructor constantly telling you to 'slow down' or do something differently before you've finished doing it yourself. Also, it was great to be so comprehensive, making sure to take enough time to get whatever you're doing exactly right before moving on, giving you the best chance possible of succeeding."

Ed (A-level student and cricket fan, Catshill; Aug-15)

Vicky passed in Kings Heath this morning, with only 4 driving faults (max. is 15). She'd earlier said "Thank you very much for your such strong positive feedback about my driving performance ... Thank you for re-sending this video. It is such a fun to watch myself on driving. I think it works for all purpose to review the lesson and clarify where the mistake was."

Vicky (Hospitality & Tourism graduate, Weoley Castle, Mar-14)

"Tim possesses the qualities that I think are needed to be an effective and efficient Driving Instructor. Not only does he know the content that he needs to cover, his method of delivery is tops. He allows the individual to work at their pace and even uses the person’s skills or hobbies to help them understand the concepts that are difficult to grasp. Tim is patient, polite and calm. He never lets you feel belittled, even though you make the silliest mistakes and he constantly acknowledges your efforts when you've used the correct procedures. I would recommend Tim Clayton to anyone who would like to learn to drive.

Cavel (Educationalist, Caribbean and Bournville; Sep-13)