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Automatic Refresher Lessons Ellesmere Port

Ready to Rebuild Your Driving Confidence?

Rediscover your driving freedom with specialist automatic refresher lessons in Ellesmere Port. Perfect for full UK license holders like you.

5 Star Reviews
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Lost Your Driving Confidence?

Whether you haven't driven for years, feel anxious behind the wheel, or need help with specific driving situations, you're not alone. Many qualified drivers find themselves needing support to rebuild their confidence and driving skills.

Your Journey Back to Confident Driving

Hi, I'm Steve. For over two decades, I've helped nervous drivers in Ellesmere Port find their confidence behind the wheel. Using proven anxiety management techniques and a patient teaching style, I'll create a calm, supportive space where you can rebuild your skills at your own pace.

20+ years helping nervous drivers in Ellesmere Port.

Specialist in anxiety management techniques.

Patient, supportive learning at your own pace.

Area covered:

Ellesmere Port: CH65 & CH66

Steve Paddy owner of Steve Paddy Driving School

How I Can Help You

After helping many qualified drivers regain their confidence and return to driving, I've developed an approach that combines professional expertise with genuine understanding of the challenges you're facing.

Rebuild Confidence, Regain Freedom

Your journey back to confident driving starts with understanding that losing confidence is a common experience, not a permanent setback. My approach focuses on rebuilding your skills gradually, ensuring you feel in control at every stage of returning to the road.

Patient, Professional, Personalised.

I pride myself on creating a calm, professional environment for rebuilding your driving confidence. Every refresher session is tailored to your specific needs and concerns. My teaching methods are structured yet flexible, allowing you to progress at a pace that feels comfortable and achievable.

Comfortable, Learning Environment.

Returning to driving in my modern, fully electric car offers a uniquely calm experience. The smooth, quiet operation helps reduce anxiety, while simple controls make the transition back to driving less overwhelming. Plus, choosing electric means you're being environmentally conscious.

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Ellesmere Port

Refresh your driving skills on Ellesmere Port's different types of roads. From quiet streets near home to busy town centre roads, you'll find the perfect mix to build your confidence back up. We'll start where you feel most comfortable and work our way up to busier areas, helping you feel at home driving anywhere in your local area.

I cover postcodes CH65 and CH66, including Overpool, Westminster, Rossmore, Whitby, Wolverham, Great Sutton, Little Sutton, Stanney Grange, Rivacre etc.

Services

Refesher lessons for UK full licence holders

  • Confidence building

  • Motorway lessons

  • Help with driving anxiety

  • Manual to automatic conversion

  • Parking manoeuvres

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How it Works

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Book Online

Use our secure online platform to book right now with no back and forth. Bookings go straight into your instructors diary.

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Choose Your Plan

You can book a single lesson or explore our discounted block discount plans.

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Get Started

Start driving automatic with confidence. My structured approach ensures you master all essential skills, from basic controls to advanced manoeuvres.

Reviews

I passed my first attempt driving test. Steve is really kind, patient and professional. Steve's feedback at the end of each lesson helped significantly with improving my driving skills. It was a pleasure to learn from Steve.
Asmaa Nabul El Leithy

Five Star Review from Asmaa

Steve is a brilliant driving instructor. I came to him after struggling with driving and he has really helped me to enjoy it and develop my confidence. His explanations are very clear and logical and he has great attention to detail. Always on time and never let me down, went above and beyond in terms of feedback at the end of each lesson too. Highly recommend - thank you Steve!
Sian Abbot

 Five star review from Sian

Passed first time with Steve, everything was explained clearly and simply, and always felt I was making progress with every lesson, every lesson a pleasure and stress free. Would highly recommend Steve to anybody.


Jack Pickles

Five Star Review from Jack

I cannot rate Steve highly enough! Having struggled with driving many years ago I gave up thinking that I would never gain my license. Steve is calm mannered and a joy to learn from, his lessons were well thought out and his teaching method easy to follow. Always punctual and never cancelled on me, professional throughout my time with him. Thanks again Steve for helping me get my license, learning with you truly was a pleasure.


Adam Coverley

Five Star Review from Adam

Frequently Asked Questions

Here, you’ll find answers to the questions we get asked the most about refresher lessons. 

Do I need to bring my driving licence?

Yes, please bring your full UK driving licence to your first session. This helps me verify your qualification and check for any restrictions.

What areas do you cover?

I cover Ellesmere Port postcodes CH65 and CH66. I also cover Chester postcodes CH1 to CH4.

How long are refresher sessions?

I offer a minimum session duration of 90 minutes. I also provide 2-hour sessions, half-day (3 hour), and full-day (6 hour) courses, depending on your needs and confidence level.

What car will I be using?

You'll be driving a modern, automatic Hyundai Kona electric car. It's smooth, quiet, and easy to handle - perfect for rebuilding confidence.

How many sessions will I need?

This varies depending on your individual needs and how long you haven't driven. We'll assess this during your first session and create a plan that works for you.

Where do lessons start and finish?

Sessions typically start from your home address. If you prefer to start from work or another location within my coverage area, that's fine too.

What if I'm very nervous about returning to driving?

As a specialist in anxiety management, I use proven techniques to help rebuild your confidence gradually. We'll progress at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

What are your prices?

Weekday lessons of 90 minutes: £75 each. Block of 4 x 90 minute weekday lessons: £285. Weekend lessons of 2 hours £135. Block of 4 x 2 hour weekend lessons £480.

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Easy Online Booking

Skip the back-and-forth messages and BOOK YOUR SESSIONS INSTANTLY through our secure online platform. We offer flexible booking options to suit your needs.

 

  • Single Sessions

Book individual sessions instantly by clicking the "Book Now" button. Choose your preferred date and time from our real-time availability calendar.

 

  • Discounted Package Plans

Looking to commit to regular sessions? Click "Explore Plans" to discover our discounted package options. These pre-paid packages offer better value than booking single sessions.

  • Secure & Convenient

Our booking system features secure payment processing and sends automatic confirmations. You can easily manage all your appointments through your personal account.

 

Need help? First, check out our Help Centre. If you still need help please pop a message in the Chat box below.

Ready to get started? Click "Book Now" to schedule your first session, or explore our package deals to save on multiple bookings.

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