I started taking lessons with Hamayon Shahzad earlier this month when my previous driving instructor fell through. In 6 hours he got me ready for my test and helped me to gain my confidence back.... See more
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I’m very happy to have passed my driving test and I truly thank Astra Driving School, especially Sir Dean. I had lessons with almost five different instructors before, but Sir Dean is simply a... See more
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Despite reaching out just 3 weeks before my test, I was promptly assigned to an excellent instructor (Mr. Hamayon Shahzad) who understood my requirements and adjusted his training accordingly. We cove... See more
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I am extremely grateful to my instructor, Ayesha (Astra driving school). I passed my driving test on the first attempt thanks to her guidance. She is very patient and supportive, and she truly helped... See more
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Astra Driving School is a driving school based in Manchester. We provide Automatic & Manual Driving Lessons all over Manchester with the most affordable rates and experienced instructors. Incredible passing ratio and great learning platfom. Our social media platforms provide free educational videos to help you out with your driving. We also offer fast pass, Pass Plus and Block bookings.
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11 Bowling Green Ln., Longsight, Manchester M12 5FZ, United Kingdom, M12 5FZ, Manchester , United Kingdom
- +44 7758 837589
- astradrivingschool@hotmail.com
- astradrivingschool.com
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Astra Driving School
As long as I had noticed, each and every employee work wholeheartedly with the company regardless of the word load. They are quite concerned about each and every details making the reputation of the company more trustworthy. Also the mentors are quite patient and are very versatile under pressure.The CRM feature is a good initiative and I hope that it would be well developed.
23 July 2026
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Great working with Astra Driving School
31 July 2026
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Recommend by a friend and Dean was…
Recommend by a friend and Dean was brilliant
Not only giving professional training but also confidence for my daughters test passed with only 2 minors her last test trained by a different instructor she failed with 5 majors and 11 minors highly recommend
Stuart hall
27 July 2026
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From the prompt response after making…
From the prompt response after making an inquiry to them matching me with a suitable driver whose name is Arslan who was able to navigate me through a difficult time and getting me to the finish line, all I can say is I have no regrets going with Astra driving school. They have a special touch. They have my appreciation.
23 July 2026
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🌟 We're delighted to hear that your journey with Astra Driving School was such a positive experience. We're especially pleased that Arslan was able to support and guide you through a challenging time, helping you reach the finish line with confidence. Your kind words and appreciation mean a great deal to our entire team. Congratulations on your achievement, and we wish you many years of safe and happy driving! 🚗🎉
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Thank you very much for 5 Stars
Can’t recommend Faraz enough
Can’t recommend Faraz enough. Great guy, great instructor. Calm and friendly which helped me to learn much faster.
22 July 2026
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Reply from Astradrivingschool
Thank you for your fantastic feedback! 😊 We're so pleased to hear that Faraz made your learning experience enjoyable. His calm, friendly, and professional approach is exactly what we strive for, and we're delighted it helped you learn faster. Congratulations, and thank you for choosing Astra Driving School. Drive safely! 🚗🎉
Misbah Shah was very good and helped me…
Misbah Shah was very good and helped me stay calm and get a pass. Very professional i would highly recommend.
21 July 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! ⭐ We're delighted to hear that Misbah Shah helped you stay calm and confident throughout your lessons and supported you in passing your driving test. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words. Congratulations on passing, and we wish you safe and enjoyable driving ahead! 🚘🎉
I have been learning with Astra Driving…
I have been learning with Astra Driving School, my instructor was Hamayon Shahzad. He was very patient during our lessons and answered all of my questions. I was initially nervous about driving, but he helped build my confidence more and more after each drive. His constructive feedback and calm approach is excellent and I highly recommend him to all learners. I truly appreciate all of his encouragement, thank you so much Hamayon for helping me pass!! 😊🚙
21 July 2026
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Reply from Astradrivingschool
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review! 😊 We're thrilled to hear that Hamayon Shahzad helped you overcome your nerves and build your confidence behind the wheel. His patience, encouragement, and constructive feedback truly reflect the standard we aim for at Astra Driving School. Congratulations on passing your test, and thank you for recommending Hamayon. Wishing you many safe and enjoyable journeys ahead! 🚗🎉
Would 100% recommend
Would 100% recommend Astra driving school, Ayesha and Atif, they both shared their knowledge with me, which has resulted in me passing my test, calm and clear in giving instructions and if you want to pass your test I would recommend using Astra driving school.
21 July 2026
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Reply from Astradrivingschool
Thank you for your amazing recommendation! 🌟 Congratulations on passing your driving test! We're delighted that both Ayesha and Atif were able to share their knowledge and support you throughout your learning journey. Their calm and clear instruction makes a real difference, and we're so pleased you had such a positive experience. Thank you for choosing Astra Driving School, and we wish you safe and happy driving! 🚘🎉
Atif ikbar best instructor ever
Atif ikbar best instructor ever
He helped me pass
16 July 2026
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Reply from Astradrivingschool
Thank You Very Much. Indeed he is very good 🔥
refresher classes from Irfan Ahmed
My mum took refresher classes from Irfan Ahmed
He was really good tutor and my mum was very comfortable driving with him.
He was very flexible with the timings.
I highly recommend him to others.
9 June 2026
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Reply from Astradrivingschool
Thank you so much for your kind review! 😊 We're delighted to hear that Irfan Ahmed made your mum feel comfortable and confident during her refresher lessons. His patience and flexibility are qualities we truly value. Thank you for your recommendation, and we wish your mum many safe and enjoyable journeys ahead! 🚗🌟
I have just cleared my driving test
I have just cleared my driving test. This is my third time giving the test but my first time with Abi from Astra Driving School.
I have only passed it because of Abi. Her guidance throughout my learning journey was excellent. She gives full attention to what the students require and focuses on the areas of improvement.
She was very patient and taught me how to navigate the test routes. She prepared me very well and I felt confident giving my driving test.
If you are ever thinking of taking a driving class please ask for her and take classes from her.
Brilliant coaching.. Absolutely loved the whole experience.
9 July 2026
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Reply from Astradrivingschool
Congratulations on passing your driving test! 🎉 Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that Abi played such an important role in helping you achieve your goal. Her patience, dedication, and focus on each student's individual needs are exactly what we strive for at Astra Driving School. We'll be sure to pass on your lovely comments to her. Thank you for your recommendation, and we wish you many years of safe and confident driving! 🚗😊
Reza was a great instructor
Reza was a great instructor , calm encouraging and very honest person something that is hard to find these days . i would highly recommend to any one I no and any one looking for a instructor I was over the moon, so thank
1 July 2026
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Reply from Astradrivingschool
Thank you for your fantastic review! 😊 We're delighted to hear that Reza's calm, encouraging, and honest approach made such a positive impact on your learning experience. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we'll be sure to share your kind words with him. Congratulations on your achievement, and we wish you all the best on the road ahead! 🚘🎉
The best driving school !
Aman is an amazing instructor , very patient and great at explaining things .
I passed 1st time due to his teachings and patience .
Ive had previous instructors before and never understood the road after finishing with him I feel very comfortable on the roads .
The best there is 10/10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
1 July 2026
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Reply from Astradrivingschool
Congratulations on passing your test first time! 🎉 Thank you for your amazing review. We're delighted to hear that Aman's patience and clear teaching helped you become a confident and comfortable driver. Knowing that he made such a difference compared to your previous experiences means a great deal to us. Thank you for your 10/10 recommendation, and we wish you many safe and enjoyable miles ahead! 🚗⭐
Qamar Shah
Qamar Shah is the best instructor I have come across and has helped me so much in my achievement, he always made time for me even on his off days , he really cares about his students and it shows in his teaching
30 June 2026
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Reply from Astradrivingschool
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 We're thrilled to hear that Qamar Shah made such a positive impact on your driving journey. His dedication, commitment, and willingness to go the extra mile for his students truly reflect the values we strive for at Astra Driving School. We'll be sure to pass on your appreciation to him. Congratulations on your achievement, and we wish you safe and confident driving for years to come! 🚗🎉
The calmness and clear communication…
The calmness and clear communication skills was astonishing. My trainer made learning very easy which helped calm my nerve.
Ateeq Ali is an exceptional top class instructor. Always ready to help make the best decisions while on the steering.
Salute Ateeq.
18 June 2026
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Reply from Astradrivingschool
Thank you for your incredible review! 🌟 We're delighted to hear that Ateeq Ali's calm approach and clear communication helped make learning enjoyable and boosted your confidence behind the wheel. We're proud to have such a dedicated instructor on our team. Thank you for your kind words and recommendation, we'll be sure to share your feedback with Ateeq. Wishing you many safe and happy journeys ahead! 🚘👏
Thanks ATEEQ
I took lessons with Ateeq who was amazing preparing me for my extended driving test. 100% would recommend him to anyone.He helped me get ready for my test within a months time and I passed first time with 3 minors.
19 May 2026
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Mr Ajmal good instructor
Mr Ajmal good instructor. Very friendly and always makes us feel confident nd attention to detail thank you for passing me out.
9 June 2026
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Great service
Great service. Clear communication. Ajmal is a top instructor!
25 June 2026
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My son passed his driving Ajmal passed…
My son passed his driving Ajmal passed 1st attempt. Ajmal is very reliable on time, calm and very easy to understand the way he teaches you will recommend to everyone young and mature he’s the man to learn driving with🥰
25 June 2026
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