Testimonials

Helen Edwards ADI

I started my instructor training with a large college and, unfortunately, failed Part 3 twice. I was then recommended to contact John Pierrepont, which thankfully I did. John instantly made everything much clearer and easy to understand, I learnt more in one hour with him, than in a whole day with my previous trainer. I then passed Part 3 with John’s help, guidance and encouragement. When I received the date for my first check test, I contacted John again and carried out check test preparation with him. This enabled me to achieve a Grade 6. John is a very friendly and professional instructor and I would recommend him every time.


Christine Hunt ADI

I trained with John from the start, so cannot compare his training to other individuals or other organisations. However, first time passes speak for themselves. I researched carefully before committing to a trainer and found John through www.drivertrainingtoday.co.uk. I am so glad that I did. What he doesn’t know about driving and both learner & ADI training could be written on the back of a postage stamp. However, it’s his ability to impart that knowledge and enable others to understand and put it into practice for themselves, that makes him special. ADI training is not easy, and there were moments when I thought I would never get it all to come together. However, John’s humour, patience and understanding enabled me to succeed. In addition, John gives way more than his hourly fees. His hospitality and chats over lunch were over and above what I paid for. Many thanks also to John’s instructors, Alex, Steve and Mick who let me watch them teach for real. I learnt something new from you all. John you’re a star!! Thank you for setting me on the road to a new career.

John White ADI

I did some Part 3 training with John just prior to my third attempt at Part 3, due to the fact that my regular trainer was on holiday for 3 weeks (how inconvenient). But I found John’s methods very, very easy and helpful. His role-play as “Trevor” was so good and typical of a Supervising Examiner on a Part 3 test. The “sit down” chats and de-briefs in his office at his home I found helpful indeed. I passed my part 3 in Chesterfield on 10th May on my third attempt after over 2 years training. Although John played a small part in my road to becoming an ADI, I owe him a big thank you, because I believe he found and fitted the last final piece of the jigsaw (so to speak). Thanks John.

Elliot Langan ADI

To pass your Part 3 exam there is no substitute for good quality training and for that you should look no further than John Pierrepont. After initially training with and becoming totally despondent by a national training organisation, I realised I needed some extra help. I didn’t want to shell out thousands again so I when I saw John offered the pay as you go option it was perfect. I wasn’t disappointed either. You soon find out he isn’t a grade 6 trainer for no reason and his wealth of knowledge, structured lessons and invaluable advise were a godsend. I sat in on lessons with his instructors, which was a fantastic eye opener too. John’s reputation is such that PDI’s from Scotland travel to Derby to train with him.

Mick Thornhill ADI / ORDIT

John Pierrepont trained me to become an ADI in the year 2000, and I have not looked back since. John will be committed to you, honest with you and train you to teach to his own high standards. I have met and worked with instructors who have been trained with other training providers that left huge gaps in their knowledge and ability, they then come to John for serious remedial work. I work mainly as an independent instructor, but I am still closely involved with John. My work comes completely through recommendations, which reflects the high standard of training that John gave me, and his continued support and guidance since I qualified.

Vicky Wagstaff ADI

I was training with a large training provider but felt that I was not making progress. John Pierrepont was recommended to me. I found him to be very approachable, and with his guidance, support and encouragement I was able to build my confidence. I decided to continue my training with John, and subsequently achieved my ADI qualification. Without John’s help, I don’t feel that I would be where I am today, which is a very busy, competent and successful instructor.

Steve Brown ADI

Thank you to the John Pierrepont School Of Motoring
I have been with John from the start of my training so I can’t comment on other training courses, but I have heard some terrible stories of confidence shattering, demoralising and expensive tuition by some of these places. So on a happier note I’m really pleased to have found John first time round. His professionalism and complete knowledge and understanding of what makes a good instructor, made training for a new career, enjoyable and structured. I looked forward to each and every training session and endless times I sat in the back of actual lessons. I passed Part 3 first time, even though the old nerves got going, I knew I could overcome them with the tools and knowledge John put into place. Thanks John and all the ADI’s at John Pierrepont School Of motoring, not forgetting Trevor.

Kevin Murphy ADI

I passed my Part 3 this week at my third attempt. After failing twice John was recommended to me and I feel that the lessons I received with him have been invaluable. I agree with all the things said here, John is professional, experienced and thorough. I owe him a big thank you!

Steve Thornhill PDI

I’ve worked for one of the bigger driving schools on a pink licence, taken my Part 3 for the third time and failed. I was about to give up when I heard about John, charging an hourly rate, what have I got to lose? As soon as I spoke to John I knew that I had to continue to get my green licence. I passed Parts 1 & 2, now the big climb to number three. With John’s knowledge I know I will get there, the one to one training that I receive, telephoning him with any problems etc. john is always there, he is very passionate about all his trainees. What a difference to have some one who is actually interested in you passing and not just out for your money.

Steve Thornhill ADI

Well here we are again, to say a massive thank you to the John Pierrepont School Of Motoring in Derby. As before with Parts 1 & 2 John has given me great support, now with the Part 3, what a struggle. Whilst giving me one to one lessons, this man has the patience of a Saint. Failing the Part 3 three times with the big boy driving school, at the last attempt I was still petrified, all I was told was “not to worry you will be OK” (what a waste of money). As previously mentioned, attended John’s courses for Parts 1, 2 & 3, must say that with 2 & 3 passed first time. With John’s help and guidance for Part 3 I received 4/5 for PST 6. When I came back down from the clouds in the de-brief the SE informed me that not only was the marking very close to 5/5, he also mentioned that I was “very polished” from the training that I had received from John. Once again thanks John for your support and believing in me that I could do it.

Simon Hopkinson ADI

I recently passed Part 3 at the second attempt. I had some initial training elsewhere before finding John Pierrepont School Of motoring through a link on the DSA website. My training was with one of John’s training colleagues Mick Thornhill. Mick is a top guy who I would have no hesitation in recommending to anyone who is starting out on the road to ADI qualification as an excellent trainer. Once I began training with Mick the concerns I had with my previous training started to disappear and I quickly developed the skills I needed to get that all important Part 3 pass. A big thank you to Mick for all the support, tuition and guidance you’ve provided in the last 10 months.

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