If every driving instructor was like Ryan, all UK roads would certainly be a much safer and reliable place to drive on. I cannot thank Ryan enough for the confidence, knowledge and skills he has taught me whilst learning to drive in a short space of time. Ryan has high expectations from his students & rightly so because his knowledge and ways of teaching are undeniable, not only was I able to retain what I was taught by Ryan but I was always able to implement my new learnt knowledge in the following lessons. Having failed my test previously, I was determined to find a new instructor who understood my areas of weakness and cater my lessons to improve on those. Ryan did just that. I wish I had started my initial driving experience with Ryan, I wouldn't have wasted my time and money elsewhere. He is a great guy, with the patience of a saint and you will not be disappointed with the end results and with his ways of teaching. He knows how to teach the correct way. An Absolutely brilliant driving instructor. read more

It is easy to tell with Ryan that he is trying to lay down all the groundwork for you to become a good, capable and forward thinking driver as well as getting you through your test. His methods are solid and he has an energy for both you and the job, consistently tweaking the program to you and looking for ways to ensure first rate teaching. I got on really well with him and it was a pleasure to do my lessons, which I feel was important to how well I learnt. I managed to pass first time after 26hrs of lessons and genuinely feel like I wouldn't of managed it with another instructor. He's aware of changes in the area & the test routes, whether they are short-term (like roadworks) or longterm (like spots were students consistently fail) and will bring that all into play to get the most of the lessons. He is also accomodating and will help out where he can to fit extra lessons or shift things around to adapt to how you are doing in the run-up to your test. Would happily recommend him to anyone. read more

Let me just start off by saying that Ryan is a fantastic and supportive driving instructor. He honestly is amazing at what he does. I started my driving lessons on the 30th June with about 10 hours experience of driving beforehand, and I passed my driving test for the FIRST TIME with only 4 minors on the 14th August at the Chingford test centre. That's ONE & A HALF MONTHS! Ryan has a natural gift when it comes to preparing his students for their test and has such a likeable personality that you actually enjoy learning how to drive. Throughout all my lessons, I was able to track my progress and identify all my weaknesses and strengths because of Ryan's useful spreadsheet technique that tracks each students progress methodically. I would honestly recommend Ryan to anyone who is looking for a professional, positive and passionate driving instructor in Walthamstow, Chingford or Higham's Park and wants to pass with FLYING COLOURS! Thank you so much Ryan for being an amazing instructor! read more

I couldn't recommend Ryan enough. My journey to passing wasn't an easy one and there were plenty of ups and downs along the way, but Ryan was always patient, supportive and helped me keep going whenever my confidence took a knock. What really stood out was how good he was at spotting exactly what I needed to work on and explaining things in a simple way that actually stuck. He never just told me what I was doing wrong, he helped me understand why and how to improve it. He was calm when I made mistakes, adapted the lessons to what I needed, and gradually helped me become a much more confident and capable driver. After such a long journey, finally passing meant a lot to me, and I'm genuinely grateful to Ryan for all the patience, encouragement and effort he put into getting me there. A great instructor and someone I'd happily recommend to anyone learning to drive. Thanks for everything, Ryan! read more

Couldn't recommend Ryan at TDSM in Walthamstow more highly. He's a brilliant, methodical teacher -- everything is broken down into clear routines and simple markers, so manoeuvres and junctions that felt impossible early on became second nature. After every lesson he gave clear, specific feedback on exactly what to work on, and he uses mock tests to get you genuinely ready rather than just hopeful. He knows the Walthamstow and Chingford test routes inside out, which makes a huge difference. On top of the skills, he's endlessly patient and has a real knack for keeping your confidence up on the tough days -- he stuck with me over plenty of lessons and a few attempts, never rushed me, and always met me at my own pace. If you're learning to drive in Walthamstow or nearby, you're in very good hands. read more

I couldn't recommend Ryan more - the best instructor I could have wished for. When he took me on I was under-confident and anxious about learning to drive in London (even at the age of 30), I never thought I'd end up enjoying it. He immediately put me at ease with his friendliness and created a relaxed, calm environment that I felt comfortable in. His teaching approach is clear and detailed and he goes above and beyond to make sure you're really understanding everything you need to. He taught me failsafe techniques to pass my test plus extra tips and advice for driving in 'real life'. Throughout the whole experience his constant patience, kindness and sense of humour has been a true gift, I cannot thank him enough (also, I passed first time!). Thank you Ryan!! read more

Fantastic driving instructor - couldn't be happier. Passed first time today! :D Having had a few lessons several years ago, I wasn't sure how many more I would need. After one lesson with Ryan, he was able to assess what level I was at, and what needed working on. Ryan clearly has a knack for quickly identifying weaknesses and knowing exactly where things are going wrong, and how to correct them. He is obviously highly experienced and knowledgeable, knows the test routes inside out, and makes sure to go over the particularly tricky bits until you're comfortable doing them. Absolutely delighted - I thought it would take me forever to pass but Ryan won't just get you through the test, he'll make you a confident driver as well. Thanks TDSM! read more

I had driving lessons when I was younger and struggled with it - I was apprehensive about learning to drive again... but Ryan helped me pass! Ryan taught some Walthamstow friends and his driving school came highly recommended. He has developed an excellent way of teaching. He tracks your progress with his own system, which helps you see your strengths and weakness and help you see how far you have come.He has lots of helpful tips for manoeuvers and memorisation methods and he adapts them for each student. He helped me feel safe by understanding "why" I was doing all the checks and routines. Ryan is very friendly and approachable. He put me at ease so I could focus on learning and he never made be feel stupid. read more

Ryan is so amazing and words can't describe how grateful I am. He is not just a patient and professional instructor, but also a good man that always think on your side. He managed to put me in his tight schedule, and sometimes sacrifice his Saturday just because I may need more practice before my test. My 2nd attempt is booked in a very short notice and didn't covered by his area, so I was not expected he could come. But when I told him this, he pushed out his existing schedule, and willing to drive me 50km away simply because he knew it can be very difficult to find other instructors in such a shot time. How lucky I was to meet Ryan! And thankfully I did pass my 2nd attempt so it worth the risks we take. read more

I am so grateful to Ryan for helping me finally pass my driving test. I had many unsucccessful attempts with other instructors and lost all my confidence by the time I met him. I really enjoyed taking lessons from him, he is such a nice and intelligent guy and we always had nice conversation, which really took the edge of my nerves. Ryan has a great way of teaching, he uses a spreadsheet to monitor progress so he knows exactly where he left off. He placed markers all over the inside of the car, which really helped with parking manouvers. He has also a very nice and easy to drive car with all the extras you want or need. All in all, don't waste your time with anybody else. Ryan is the best! read more

I was very pleased with Ryan, He is a very good instructor with a sense of humour. He was very calm and patient, and when necessary he would push me to the limit of my ability, which ended up making me learn a lot quicker! When it came to taking my practical test I was very nervous, but I knew that Ryan would help me along the way and he knew I was ready. Passing my practical test second time with just 5 minors (could pass the first time if wouldn't make 2 silly mistakes) is just proof that he is a quality instructor and I would recommend him to anyone! Fuat read more

Having previously had lessons from another instructor before learning with Ryan from TDSM, I was not enjoying driving and eventually gave up. Ryan's super friendly and easy-going approach to learning changed my attitude entirely towards driving and made it an enjoyable experience. Ryan was great at understanding how I learned best, and created a comfortable environment in which learning was both fun and engaging. Communication was also brilliant - if a lesson needed to be switched or cancelled, I would know at least a day beforehand. No doubt that TDSM is the best choice when it comes to passing your driving test whilst enjoying the experience. read more

I am so grateful to Ryan for all the amazing driving lessons I've had with him. I have been struggling to past my test for about 3 years now - including the Covid years - and had been through many different driving instructors. However, once I found Ryan, I was able to get quality teaching. As a teacher myself, I could see the effective techniques he was using in every lesson - e.g making notes on my track card weekly so that I would have an idea on what to work on also helped a lot. Driving definitely did not come naturally to me but with Ryan, I passed and was over the moon! I can't put into words how great of a driving instructor he is! read more

Before I met Ryan, I hated my driving lessons. This was because my previous instructor made me feel absolutely useless to the point I believed it myself. Then my mum found Ryan for me online and my attitude towards driving completely changed. He made the lessons informative, fun and wasn't afraid to tell me what I was doing wrong. If he felt like you was struggling on one particular aspect, he would dedicate a lot of time to make sure that you could conquer it. He gave me my confidence back and made me believe that I could drive and could pass my test which I did. Thanks for everything Ryan, you're the best!. read more

What can I say, the best driving instructor! I started driving lessons at TDSM having zero confidence in my ability to drive, so much so, all I had was dread at the thought of getting in a car. My lessons have been so great (and I NEVER thought I would say that) and have made me feel like such a competent driver, not only just to pass a test but also to prepare me for driving solo! I cannot recommend TDSM enough, particularly as an older learner, It was great to be taught by someone I could trust and who could adapt their teaching to suit my needs. I am so happy I made the decision to start lessons at TDSM read more

Ryan is an amazing driving instructor, very dedicated, supportive and reliable (always punctual). I have felt at ease driving with him since lesson one, as he was always very calm, patient and encouraging. He's also just a very friendly and approachable person. My confidence in my driving skills grew very quickly thanks to his incredibly well structured lessons, very constructive feedback and efficient style of teaching. I really felt like each lesson meant money well spent and I was right, as I do have a driving license now, and feel like I will be the safest driver out on the roads. SO thank you!! read more

It took me ages to finally get my licence, but Ryan was unfailingly positive, patient and encouraging throughout (8 long months!) His tone and style is perfect for learning - he is clear and precise but also very understanding about mistakes and difficulties (of which I had several....) Ryan often squeezed in lessons at awkward times to make things easier for me, even at weekends. Seems to actually like his job hugely, too, which I think is key. Can't recommend highly enough! He is popular for a reason. A fearful and reluctant driver here, but I finally got to grips with it all. Thanks Ryan! read more

Don't be fooled by other 'cheaper driving schools' as I've heard that they would try to keep you on longer hours. A little extra from TDSM really makes a difference, both with progressive learning hours and a professional instructor. Though out all the lessons, we had a very good chat and became comfortable very soon. I think that finding the 'right' driving instructor is very important and I was very happy to have met Ryan. He always had a quick eye on what I was doing wrong and point things out very fast, he taught me how to drive safely with a patient and cheerful mood every time. read more

Ryan is an amazing instructor and someone I highly recommend! I came to him after failing my first test and he helped me to see my weak points and tailored the lessons to work on these. He helped build my confidence up and encouraged me in ways i felt like my previous instructor did not. He really does care about his students and he teaches you skills not just for the driving test, but for after you pass too! Ryan is also a comedian so you will be laughing in your lessons, whilst learning how to drive safely and confidently. Thanks again Ryan for everything. read more