Reviews and Testimonials

Testimonials from Previous Clients.

Hi Adam,
Just to express my sincere thanks. A few weeks ago I came to you after having achieved a poor 3 on my check test.
The prospects for me appeared rather grim, but thanks to your professional skills and meticulous attention to detail, not to mention the fact you're a nice bloke, I passed my re-test with a good grade.
Your highly recommended.. cheers!
Thanks Again Adam
Jimmy Rogers DSA ADI
Liverpool
June 2011

I have recently completed my DSA ADI training with Adam. I have trained with Adam for part’s two and three.
I however started my training with a National Driving School and only changed over to Adam because of the poor standard of their Instruction and Customer service.
Since training with Adam I have found his services to be totally professional.
His pre work and planning are precise and exhaustive therefore allowing for accurate training to be delivered to students.
My training was compressed due to time constraints and Adam tailored my training to suit the situation.
The package was both intense and perfectly targeted.
His knowledge is in my opinion second to none and evidence of this is the pass rate with students he enjoys.
He is a superb motivator and seemed to be able to draw out knowledge I did not know I had.
I can only thank Adam for the work he has done during my training.
It has been hard and intensive (Covered part three in 7 days) but rewarding and cumulated with me passing my part three test.
I would recommend Adams services to anyone interested in becoming an ADI.
Thanks Again Adam
Duncan Hall DSA ADI
Kingsley Holt
Staffordshire
April 2011

Driving lessons in Henbury, Macclesfield
I would like to say a big ‘thank you’ to Adam for the excellent driving lessons he provided.
A few weeks ago I could never imagine that I’d be driving again one day. I passed my driving test 6 years ago and have never driven since then as I never needed to and actually didn’t enjoy driving.

If I’m being honest I was also a little nervous and scared about taking to the wheel. However I got a new job that couldn’t be reached by public transport and didn’t want to let it go so decided to take the jump and look for some driving lessons.
I looked for driving instructors in my area (Henbury, Macclesfield) but was very disappointed by a couple of them: some turned up late, some cancelled at the last moment, some didn’t cover my postcode area and some couldn’t fit in with my tight schedule.
If you want the best driving classes I would definitely recommend going with a private instructor. You might pay a bit more but you will not need a big amount of hours.
When you call a driving school most of the time you need to speak to their call centres and they never communicate your requirements to your instructor. So in my case it went all wrong as my requirements in terms of availability and deadlines were not communicated.
After few weeks of searching and disappointment I found Adam’s website and contacted him by text message. All the reviews on his site were very positive and I was hoping that he would be available to teach me.
Adam is very flexible, punctual and doesn’t teach you for a test but for life. He is also teaching people to become driving instructors so he is very knowledgeable. Adam helped me to build my confidence.
He made me do something different every time and kept the driving lessons very interesting. He's a really nice guy, and I would certainly say that he's the best driving instructor I could ever have hoped for. Now I really enjoy driving and I can’t believe that I waited so long to get back on the road.
I highly recommend Adam for your driving lessons. You will not be disappointed.
All the driving lessons are 1-2-1 and tailored to your personal needs and level. Gabriela, Henbury (Macclesfield)

Gabriela
Henbury
Cheshire
June 2011

First off all I would like to thank Adam for giving me excellent training for becoming an ADI ! . I was given Adams number by another instructor she told me he was good but she was wrong he is actullay AMAZING.
His teaching method is very educational with lots of information not only does he teach you how to pass the exams but also teaches you how to become an excellent driving instructor for life .
He is also very easy to communicate and very flexible always managed to fit me with the times I wanted.
I would fully recommend his training to all ADI's overall top bloke value for money and EXCELLENT trainer Thanks!!

Ishtiaq Siddique DSA ADI
Cheadle
Cheshire
March 2011

I used Adam for some check test training which I found very insightfull and helpfull, because as all ADI,s we can slack off from time to time.After just one session, Adam pointed out all my good instructional points along with some areas I needed to work on which I began implementing on lessons, then I went back for some more training to see if I was up to standard.
Again Adam advised me on how I had improved and what areas I needed to improve on again, then when it came to my check test I now felt I was going into it with my eyes wide open and I was fully prepared. The result on the day showed I was more than prepared because I gained my grade 6 mainly due to my excellent training, so many thanks to Adam.
I would fully recommend his training to all ADI,s my grade 6 is proof of this.

James Forster Grade 6 DSA ADI
Congleton
Cheshire
March 2011

When my Previous driving instructor stopped giving me lessons due to health problems Adam called me up and offered to be my Instructor.
Within the first few lessons I could see he was passionate about the work he does, he eases you into driving,and you become comfortable with driving very quickly.
He wants to make sure you are ready for real safe driving before you prepare for your test.
From the time your comfortable behind the wheel all Adam does is prepare you for driving and then some!
If your stuck with your theory he helps too I passed my driving test first time with only 4 minors and also did my pass plus which I did very easily.
Frankly I couldn't think of a better driving instructor to have!

Thomas Kennedy
Cheadle
Cheshire
Febuary 2011

I first came across Adam after failing my first attempt at Part 3. Without Adam I would never have passed my Part 3 second attempt.
His approach to training, in my opinion is unique and therefore different to what I previously experienced.
Since qualifying as an ADI back in 2008 Adam has kept in touch and has always been available for advice.
I recently achieved Grade 6 status which is down to Adams initial training. He didn't train me to pass a Part 3 exam he was training me to be a Grade 6 instructor.
I am now taking advanced driver training lessons with Adam so I can achieve a gold grade at RoSPA to go on and teach advanced driver training myself.
Excellent trainer and genuinely decent bloke.


Mark Easter Grade 6 DSA ADI
SLK Driving School
Blackpool
Lancashire
October 2010

Alex
Congleton
Cheshire
August 2010

Louise Pearson DSA ADI
Louise's School of motoring
Bristol
September 2010

Adam was recommended to me by my previous instructor whom Adam taught to become a driving instructor. Before I contacted Adam, I had had lessons with 4 driving instructors and failed the test 4 times, which was very frustrating. Today I took my test for the fifth time - and passed! It's not only this result that has made me happy, but also to hear from Adam how good my test-drive was - because this is a high praise. His standards are such that when you go for a test, you actually know more and can perform better than is required for the test.
He teaches advanced safe driving, not just a quick pass, and gives you a lot of useful information during the lessons that you would struggle to find somewhere else. He helps you to develop good judgment, independence, anticipation and using your common sense. I had had a tendency just to drive and see what happens before I started lessons with Adam, but now I am much more cautious and am trying not only to drive properly myself but also to deal safely with the bad driving of others. Even when you know that you are reasonably good, if nerves take over, you feel you know nothing and you are hopeless.
That's how I felt today before the test. Adam was very understanding and was being not only an instructor but also a psychotherapist and truly helped me to calm down. I am really grateful to him for that.
Speaking of the personal side, he is very punctual (which was important for me), friendly and polite. You can see straight away that you are dealing with a professional. I am now going to do PassPlus Course, and who knows, perhaps I will go even further - and to help me with that I will certainly choose Adam!

Tatiana Asyuta
Congleton
June 2010

Being one of Adam's past pupils, after passing my driving test, I would highly recommend him as an instructor. Adam was kind and understanding with extensive patience, he was always on time for lessons with a smile! Adam was flexible and always managed to fit in regular lessons. For all these reasons my experience of learning to drive was enjoyable, I now feel safe and confident on the roads after Adam's guidance.

Daisy Anderson-Perrin
Alderley Edge
Cheshire
April 2010

Thanks adam for the training to get me through my check test,the things you picked up on happened on the day,but because we had talked about it at the end of the training I delt with it on the day better. I have no doubt that without your advise I would be looking at another test in 12 weeks time,also it has made me realise how easy it is to get into bad habits.
Thanks Again
Lisa D'arcy DSA ADI
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
07794847690

Adam Cotton was recommended to me by a former ADI trainee of his. I am based in Blackpool and after passing the first two parts of my A.D.I licence, I purchased a Vehicle to use for training. After purchasing my Trainee Licence I advertised in a local newsagent for pupils to train with. I had a good response and was soon 'out on my own'. I felt I was doing fine having got three pupils through their test, I then purchased a 'Part 3 Aid', in this aid was a breakdown of the PST's that I would be tested on. I was horrified to find that what was expected of me on my third and final test was not what I had been Instructing, it wasn't that I didn't know what I was teaching, it was just how I was going about it.
At this point I was felt lost and was lucky enough for somebody to direct me to Adam Cotton.
After a phone call Adam arranged to come to Blackpool and help me prepare for my part 3. We did around 30 hours or training covering every subject and PST.
After failing my first two attempts [nerves] I passed my third and became a very proud ADI. I can honestly say that if it wasn't for Adam Cotton then I would have given up and walked.
I now understand that being a driving instructor is not just about getting somebody through their test or even teaching them to drive, it is also helping them to believe they can succeed, a large and important part of training a pupil is building their confidence, and Adam Cotton did exactly that with me.
Adam Cotton would be my first recommendation.
I have since taken training with Adam for my first check test in which I gained a fantastic grade 5

Chris Hopkins DSA ADI
Blackpool
Lancashire
http://www.chris-hopkins.net/
07742018970

I just wanted to say what a fantastic instructor Adam was to me. I trained with Adam on parts 2 and 3 ADI exams and would not have done it without him. He was a dedicated instructor to me and also a good friend during and outside tuition. He was always there and always had time for me when I needed support. I am now a fully qualified ADI and currently setting up my own business Dawn's Driving Tuition
So a very big thank you again Adam, and good luck for the future in everything you do!
Dawn Hodgeson DSA ADI
Padiham,nr Burnley
Lancashire
May 2009

Hi Adam. The training I had enabled me to pass my part 3 first time without a trainee licence, and I found you very professional, easy to get on with and a perfectionist. That gave me confidence to treat the dreaded senior examiner as a pupil and not someone to be feared!
Mark Lyons DSA ADI
Plymouth
Devon
07828266897

Adam was my trainer for my Driving Instructor Part 2 and Part 3 tests. His training was always very professional and honest. 1st impressions were very good. Dressed in suit and clean car. I could ask Adam any question to do with the test or any part of driving and he would know they answer straight away. His knowledge was brilliant. He always went on the positives and made sure that any errors were identified and corrected. I would definitely reccommend Adam for any Instructor Training.
Matt Short DSA ADI
Halesowen
West Midlands
07854731428

I started lessons with Adam after 14 years of driving lessons with various instructors and 2 failed tests. After a very short period, I could tell the difference between Adam and my previous instructors. Adam is exceptionally knowledgeable and truly cares about his pupils and road safety. He is patient and informative, and best of all I learnt in his VW Golf 2 litre TDi! I am proud to have passed my test and have no hesitation in recommending Adam's services.
Lee Brookes
Congleton
Cheshire.

I become a Grade 5 Driving Instructor with Adam's help! After training with a National Driving School and failing my ADI part 3, I've contacted Adam in order to get one to one tuition. In just a few lessons he spotted and rectified my weakness and I was confident when I took (and passed) the Adi part 3(test of instruction ability). About a year later, I received a request to take the Adi Check Test. Once again, Adam's high standards and very professional approach has helped my career and I've passed with a Grade 5. Highly recommended! Thank you Adam!
Dan Gheatau DSA ADI
http://www.x-trasafe.co.uk
Nantwich
Cheshire

I had lessons with adam for about 5 months and started driving as a complete novice.
through out the lessons i felt comfortable and trusted and any mistakes i made he helped me correct them.
Adam's a great guy and thanks to him i've passed my test and am a safe confident driver.
cheers adam :)
Max Hodson
Alderley Edge
Cheshire

Adam is a fantastic driving instructor that i cant rate highly enough, very professional and gave excellent tuition.I would definately recommend him to anyone that is learning to drive or looking to further develop their driving skills or career.
Sam Johnson
Alderley Egde
Cheshire

I passed my driving test today, first time. Adam's level of instruction is of a very high and professional standard. I have absolutely no complaints. I would happily recommend him; my brother was taught by him a couple of years ago and passed with no minors. He was also less expensive than the driving instructors whom my friends were taught by.
Anna Lomas
Macclesfield
Cheshire

Adam was a brilliant driving instructor who helped me pass my driving test first time with only one minor, this was due to his excellent advice, and brilliant training he give me. He is also cheap compared to many other driving instructors I looked at before taking lessons with him. I would definitely recommend his driving school to anybody!
Michelle Clewlow
Arclid
Cheshire

I am now a driving instructor and was trained by Adam before he had his own school.He is a great trainer in driving and teaching skills. I passed first time my driving tests. Adam was a great confidence builder and model of a good driving instructor.
Alain Kingue DSA ADI
Slough
Berkshire

A while back i made a decision to stop working for someone else and work for myself. I have always enjoyed driving so instructing seemed an obvious choice. Luckily i had adam as an instructor. When i first seen what i had to do to qualify ,it looked a bit of a mine field with pst's ,advanced driving test and core competences.
Adam was great from the start, always on time ,thorough during all of my training and very approachable. I didnt go on a trainee licence due to work but due to the high standard of training i passed my course and went straight into working on a green badge.
I am now working full time as an instructor,earning a good living and sharing the pupils experience from first lesson to passing the test and it does give you a real feeling of job satisfaction.
I would like to thank adam for his support and expertise and helping me into this rewarding career.
Keith Boden DSA ADI
Tamworth
Staffordshire

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