Dean

Instructor profile

Dean

Cardiff

5.0 from 20 reviews
Manual + automatic 60 minute lessons

Transmission

Manual + automatic

Lesson price

Confirmed before booking

Experience

Verified ADI

Lesson length

60 mins

About Dean

Dean runs Drive Learn Achieve and has been teaching people to drive for over 19 years. He's an automatic specialist based in Cardiff and has built a strong local reputation, with hundreds of 5 star reviews on Google and Facebook from happy pupils. Dean is an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) with the official green octagonal badge, he's DBS checked and regularly assessed to keep his standards high, so you know you're getting safe, reliable and professional lessons. From 2019 to 2025, Dean was the Driving Assessment Team Lead at the Wales Mobility and Driving Assessment service, a charity based at Rookwood Hospital. He worked with occupational therapists and other instructors to carry out clinical driving assessments for people with cognitive or physical medical conditions that might affect their driving. Thanks to this, he's got plenty of experience helping all sorts of learners, from nervous beginners and people returning to driving, to pupils who need a bit more time, patience and support. His pupils often describe him as calm, patient, honest, organised and very clear, and many of them pass first time. Dean offers a great introductory deal for new pupils, a first two hour session for £60, so it's easy to get started with automatic lessons in Cardiff. He's used to working with pupils from all kinds of backgrounds, including those who feel anxious or who haven't got on with previous instructors. He's flexible around work hours, offers sensible pricing and discounts for block bookings, and focuses on helping you feel confident and safe on the road. Dean and the DLA team are trusted across Cardiff, including Grangetown, Cardiff Bay, Splott, Ely, Heath, Canton, Roath, Lakeside and Pontcanna.

Profile details

Vehicle

Vehicle details confirmed during booking

Availability

Evenings

Languages

English

Areas covered

Cardiff, Splott, Ely

Nervous learners Pass Plus

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Reviews

20 learner reviews

5.0/5
Read More Feb 2026

SophieDrive Learn Achieve really helped me to feel confident and safe on the roads in time for my test. I would definitely recommend DLA to anyone looking for driving lessons in Cardiff without hesitation!

Anonymous Feb 2026

definitely recommend DLA to anyone looking for driving lessons in Cardiff without hesitation!

Anonymous Feb 2026

Naz (Grangetown)I could not have asked for a better driving instructor, he was committed, dedicated, patient, his teaching techniques are so easy to understand and follow. Worth every penny and would highly recommend this driving school who wants a professional and highly qualified driving instructors. Thank you so much for the patience and effort - will definitely miss my amazing instructor. DLA are the best!Get in touch

Anonymous Feb 2026

Lucy (Cardiff Bay)I had been learning to drive on and off for six painful years when I compared cheap driving schools in Cardiff and found Drive Learn Achieve via their online reviews. My driving instructor was really amazing and really patient which is so helpful, especially when you're nervous. I passed first time after around four months of lessons and I'm over the moon. I would 100% recommend DLA to anybody - whether you've just started driving, or have previous driving experience. Thank you DLA 🙂Get in touch

Anonymous Feb 2026

Gareth (Splott)DLA are the best driving school in Cardiff. While I was learning with DLA I thoroughly enjoyed lessons. My driving instructor was patient, honest, organised, and paid incredible attention to detail. I highly recommend the DLA if you're looking to learn to drive in a friendly and professional environment.Get in touch

Anonymous Feb 2026

Shirelle (Ely)I cannot express how amazing Drive Learn Achieve are!!! My driving instructor was the best, he was so patient with me, made me feel relaxed at all times. The confidence he has given me is unreal. I had 2 previous instructors from different companies who were rubbish compared to him. His teaching skills are fab, can really tell he enjoys his job and dont just do it for the money!!! He even tought me when he was ill which i really appreciate! Honestly would give more stars if possible. Would recommend 1000%, can not thank DLA enough! Look no further for driving lessons Cardiff.Get in touch