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Instructor profile

Darren Wilkinson

Halifax

5.0 from 4 reviews
Manual 60 minute lessons

Transmission

Manual

Lesson price

Confirmed before booking

Experience

Verified ADI

Lesson length

60 mins

About Darren

Darren Wilkinson has been teaching driving in Halifax for 26 years, with a 90% first-time pass rate that puts him in the top 5% of instructors nationally. He's an 'A' Grade Driving Instructor, scoring 49 out of 51 on his standards check, and he's worked with all the big names like BSM, AA Driving School, and Bill Plant before starting his own school. Based in Calderdale, he covers the whole area and beyond, so you'll be learning on familiar roads. He's patient, friendly, and genuinely good at explaining things, which makes him a great fit if you're feeling nervous or just want to take things at your own pace. Darren offers everything from hour-long lessons to intensive courses, plus refresher lessons and Pass Plus for new drivers. He teaches in a Volkswagen Golf 8 R-Line, so you'll be learning in a modern, reliable car. His approach is all about safe driving for life, not just passing the test, and he'll work with you to build confidence step by step.

Profile details

Vehicle

Volkswagen Golf 8 R-Line

Availability

Evenings and Weekends

Languages

English

Areas covered

Halifax

Nervous learners Refreshers Intensive Motorway Pass Plus Test retakes

Reviews

4 learner reviews

5.0/5
Chloe M Apr 2026

Darren was a really good instructor, he has 90% first time passes and he teaches you everything

James Apr 2026

Darren taught me to drive 3 years ago, I passed first time. Darren is a great driving instructor, he is full of experience and is extremely patient. I would highly recommend anyone to learn to drive with Darren

Natalie Apr 2026

Helped me learn! really patient with me and taught me well!

Lauren Apr 2026

I learnt to drive with Darren 4 years ago and passed first time 🚗, excellent instructor would recommend him every time