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Geoff Capes Driving School Our experienced, friendly instructors provide manual and automatic driving lessons in Stockport, Macclesfield, Glossop, Chester, Ellesmere Port and surrounding areas. We have been established for over 18 years and have helped hundreds of people pass their test

We have great reviews, high first time pass rate and offer a money back guarantee. Our service is centred on your success whether you are a complete beginner or have had some lessons before we can help.

We offer lessons 7 days a week to fit in around your schedule and commitments.
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  • Macclesfield, Stockport, Chester, Glossop, Ellesmere Port, Hyde, Knutsford, Congleton
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Are you looking for manual driving lessons in the Stockport, Macclesfield, Chester, Ellesmere Port, Whitchurch or Glossop areas? With our money-back guarantee, look no further.
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Reviews (35)
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Graham Goring
Apr 16, 2022
As someone who is knocking on and nervous about learning to drive later in life, I couldn't hope for a better teacher than Geoff. Geoff is always friendly, informative and encouraging, with a great focus on safe driving and giving you the tools you need to be a good driver. I'm really happy with the progress I'm making.
Naomi Fearon
Feb 01, 2022
Really poor instructor. Not set up for those with hidden disabilities / neurodiverse. Discriminatory comments made. Was really disappointed given all the good reviews I had read. Absolutely dire.
Laura Williams
Dec 13, 2021
Ian hill by far the best instructor. He has quirky methods of teaching you and they work so well. They stick in your head, I could honestly never have done this without him. Huge thank you Ian for all you have done for me and my family
Michael Newton
Nov 02, 2021
Geoff taught me to drive back in 2004-2005. I was a very nervous learner but Geoff gave me the confidence I needed to learn and pass my test. Would highly recommend
Donna Marie
Oct 30, 2021
Geoff is teaching me to drive, he's very helpful, friendly and supportive, he talks and explains things to me to make me understand, he never shouts at me, with his help he got me throw my theory and now working towards my test
Harriet Gunning
Oct 17, 2021
Really enjoyed my lessons with Amanda, she was always really clear, calm and patient. I passed first time thanks to her guidance. Would recommend!
Becky Robinson
Oct 15, 2021
I'm currently having my lessons with Geoff and he is so friendly and nice. He is very patient and makes me feel at ease when I'm driving. Thank you Geoff!
Mario Yiannis
Jul 23, 2021
I just passed my test today in Hyde with Steve Mitcheson as my instructor. I can’t recommend Steve highly enough. Extremely helpful and accommodating and would encourage anyone to do their lessons with him!
David Straitjacket
Jul 20, 2021
Highly recommended. I was taught by Geoff and found his instruction calm, informative, well structured, and very well tailored to my needs. He took excellent care of me, taught me well, got me ready to drive safely, and structured everything leading up to the day of my test, so I turned up ready to pass.
Danny Conwell
Jul 19, 2021
I have my lessons with Geoff, since day one he has made me feel very comfortable and made me feel more confident when driving. Geoff is a great professional and treats you like a friend and not just a customer and he is there to make sure are test ready and can drive to the best of your ability and you learn at your own pace, I would definitely recommend Geoff capes to anyone wanting to learn to drive. Five stars from me.
Alayna Kelly
Jul 14, 2021
Very good driving instructor and helped with my fears so that I could pass first time
Joshua Evans
May 17, 2021
Passed my test today! My instructor was nice, friendly and taught me everything I needed to know and more. Would definitely recommend.
Mo Aldalou
Dec 27, 2020
It's a professional school with great communication and helpful reminder texts prior to each lesson. I did automatic lessons with Ian and I couldn't have asked for a better teacher. He's firm but fair. He won't mollycoddle you or go easy on you when you make mistakes but he'll take the time to explain why you could do things better rather than just adopt a "because that's the way it is" approach.

I personally really benefited from his teaching methods, especially when it comes to practicing maneuvers. I passed my practical test today on the first go and a lot of that is down to Ian's help. Thank you!
Yvonne Stennett
Oct 23, 2020
I am currently having driving lessons with Geoff. Geoff is an excellent instructor, very easy going and patient. Geoff has helped me enormously with my confidence. I would highly re commend Geoff Capes Driving School.
Wissem Ben Amor
Oct 08, 2020
Had my 3rd driving lesson today with Stephen Mitcheson he’s very friendly makes me feel comfortable and he’s professional can’t wait for my next lesson next week would definitely recommend this guy
Haydn Dalton
Sep 21, 2020
I'm only five lessons in but I couldn't have asked for a better experience, already feeling confident on the road. New things are added to your lesson as you both feel you're ready for them. Cheers Geoff!
Hannah Greatorex
Sep 10, 2020
It’s a brilliant driving school! Geoff is a really great instructor! I would highly recommend booking your driving lessons with him, he makes them fun and enjoyable!
Lauren Kathryn Worsencroft
Jul 20, 2020
Had my first driving lessons this morning with Milan Ali, couldn't of gone any better, he explained things very well, adapted the lesson well to suit me, very chatty friendly man! Booked in for my next lesson for next week already and intend to book a block! I'm exited for my next ones rather than nervous! So thankyou!
Katie Walton
Oct 05, 2019
Absolutely amazing driving school. I passed in 10 weeks. And I couldn’t of done it without Ian. Friendly, patient, witty. always made me feel like I could do it. Couldn’t thank you enough Ian
Sophie Williams
Jul 28, 2019
Just had my first lesson with Alan and it was brilliant. Calmed my nerves, made me feel at ease, everything was well explained with helpful little analogies and he made sure I was clear on everything and we went at a pace that suited me. Really excited about my upcoming lessons and (hopefully) passing soon. really cant recommend enough.
Paulina Pikulska-Saunders
Jan 24, 2019
I had a pleasure to be Geoff's student. He is absolutely amazing instructor, very patient, funny and and encouraging. Geoff helped me to quickly build the confidence and tought me how to actually drive at last. Always punctual, positive and supporting. Real value for money training. Most recommend.
Joanna Conroy
Jul 10, 2018
It took me a while to decide who to go with for my driving lessons and I’m glad I chose Geoff Capes driving, I am currently having lessons with David, I was very nervous to start with but David made me feel very comfortable straight away, he is very patient and understanding and is helping me build my confidence.
Aimee Fox
Apr 06, 2018
I passed my test first time with only two minors thanks to my instructor Paul, he is an amazing instructor who takes his time to explain things and teaches to an outstanding level. I previously had lessons with a very poor instructor from a different company, so moving to Paul was the best thing i did, he got me out of any bad habits the other instructor taught me and massively improved my confidence. I would highly recommend Paul to anyone
Thanks again Paul!
Sophie Crimes
Sep 21, 2016
I initially started driving over ten years ago, and can only lt describe that as a disaster. I honestly thought that nothing would get me behind the wheel again, and even if I did I would never build the confidence to be able to pass a driving test. I started learning with the fabulous Geoff, and can say that thanks to his exceptional patience, and his wonderful sense of humour (what a laugh we had!) I was really put at ease, he was a wonderful teacher and made me look forward to lessons! Thanks to this I managed to pass on my first attempt yesterday and I couldn't be more grateful!!! Thank you Geoff Capes!!
Stacey Smith
Jul 07, 2016
I contacted Geoff after failing my driving test (more than once) he worked so hard helping me get past my nerves and building my confidence I loved my lessons and Il miss our crazy chats, Geoff is more than an instructor he has become a good friend thank you for everything Geoff
Helena Williamson
Apr 08, 2016
Massive thanks to Geoff for giving me the confidence to finally see that I can drive. I had another great lesson today. I love driving an automatic and Geoff is a great calming influence. Well deserved 5 stars.
Stacie Lee Dalzell
Mar 10, 2015
5/5 I was so scared about going on my first lesson, there was really no need to Geoff took everything at my paste very laid back easy to talk to and get along with now on the main roads and driving home never thought I would be something I'd be able to do, such a lovely man and an amazing instructor!
Mina Fattahi
Geoff is a great instructor- patient and adapted quickly to my needs. I had struggled with 3 previous instructors but Geoff made it easy, helping me to pass and feel confident on the road!
Anne G.
Passed my driving test first time! I am not a confident person in general and driving has always been something that scares me. I passed on my first try thanks to Geoff's magnificient ability to help me feel comfortable behind the wheel and handle myself during the test. I also warms my heart how invested he is in my life outside our lessons and it did help me feel better about driving because it shows me how genuine a person he is.

The lessons are reasonably priced, and he will give you 110% and more at each lesson. Very chuffed about my results and i only have my driving instructor to thank for helping me to get here.
Paulina Pikulska-Saunders
I had a pleasure to be Geoff's student. He is absolutely amazing instructor, very patient, funny and and encouraging. Geoff helped me to quickly build the confidence and tought me how to actually drive at last. Always punctual, positive and supporting. Real value for money training. Most recommend.
Victoria Louise Rooney
A massive thank you to Geoff for all your help and support! Passing my test today has just broadened my horizons and made me super proud of myself! Thanks once again
Lauren Fletcher
Geoff is a very good driving instructor and he’s very patient and made me less nervous on the road
Ashley Boulton
Highly recommended!
David my driving instructor made me feel so confident, taught me everything I needed to know in so much detail which he was very understandable. I passed my driving test today and it's only down to the best driving instructor I could of had. Can't thank you enough. thanks alot David!!
Tom Worthington
I was extremely impressed with my instructor Ian. In previous driving experience I had massive confidence knocks, I started lessons with Ian my confidence was rebuilt resulting in passing my driving test on the first attempt. I would definitely recommend Geoff Capes driving school. Thanks again to the team!
Rob Baker
I passed first time last Wednesday.
Having Paul as my instructor was Brilliant, he's really patient and makes you feel relaxed straight away. I felt confident going into my test as I knew that my instructor knew I was ready.I also did a lesson in the snow that was really fun, and I would recommend to anyone learning-if you can drive in the snow you can drive anywhere! (despite slightly damaging the car)
I would really recommend Geoff Capes and Paul in particular.