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Mile End Rd, Coleford GL16 7QD Mobile: 07733 104 062 (Malcolm) / 07733 104 758 (Pauline)

We are friendly and patient instructors based in Coleford, Gloucestershire and we welcome new drivers and nervous pupils.

Our aim is to get as many pupils through their practical driving tests with as few attempts as possible but at the same time ensuring that they are going to be safe on the roads in all conditions!

We are :

  • Fully qualified Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency Approved Driving Instructors
  • RoSPA advanced drivers – Gold grade
  • DVSA Registered Fleet Driver Trainers
  • Members of the Institute of Master Tutors of Driving (IMTD), Driving Instructors Association (DIA), Motor Schools Association (MSA) and Approved Driving Instructors National Joint Council (ADINJC) and Forest of Dean and Wye Valley Driving Instructors Association
  • Very experienced having taught for approaching twenty years !

*** Please note we are currently closed for business   until further notice   –   see our blog for updates ***    

We can only offer automatic lessons if you have your own car and it is insured for tuition purposes (we do not possess an automatic training vehicle) !    

Please note we aim to respond to website enquiries within 24/48 hours – if you haven’t had a reply within that time period please follow up with a voicemail or text message to either of the contact no’s at the top of this page – thank you !

Gentle Beginnings

We teach you to handle your vehicle safely and confidently in a wide variety of circumstances, starting in quiet streets and other stress-free environments. Gradually taking on more challenging situations, so that when you take your test you are in the best possible position to pass at your first attempt.

Careful Driving

We want you to learn to be a safe and considerate driver, aware of other road users and able to plan ahead as you drive. Such as in situations where changing traffic lights and stationary traffic may require areas of road to be kept clear. Situations where box junctions are placed so that surrounding traffic may move freely.

At Junctions

We will prepare you for dealing with junctions and roundabouts, especially where drivers of large heavy vehicles may not easily ‘see’ you and require large areas in which to manoeuvre. When you pass your test you will have all the skills you need for today’s congested roads.

Hazard Perception

Learn how to ‘read the road ahead’, helping to avoid committing traffic offences, such as turning where you are not permitted to do so. Recognising potential problems, such as pedestrians stepping out in front of your vehicle, cyclists in traffic ahead and suchlike.

In Heavy Traffic

Gain the confidence required to deal with busy and challenging traffic situations, such as when passing caravans and long vehicles. Sudden sidewinds between tall and long vehicles are just one of many issues that motorists must take into consideration.

Unusual Conditions

Adapting to new circumstances is a part of everyday driving. Learning to be aware of local traffic demands and regulations, where mixed traffic types may combine in challenging situations. We want you to have a lifelong safe driving experience. Developing the skills you’ll need for today’s congested roads.
  • Pass Plus
  • Refresher courses
  • Night time driving
  • Motorway tuition
  • Advanced test preparation (RoSPA & IAM) using Roadcraft method

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Pauline and Malcolms Driving School

Serving the Forest of Dean and surrounding areas

Based in Coleford, Gloucestershire we are a professional, dedicated and experienced husband and wife driving instructor team who are both fully qualified instructors approved by the Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency.

We have both been trained to a high standard by former DVSA senior examiners and other driver trainer professionals and are committed to maintaining ongoing professional development and training through our attendance at regular courses, seminars and conferences.

We will happily teach people of all ages and dispositions, and offer a range of services to suit.


Theory Test Pro in partnership with Pauline and Malcolm's Driving School

  • Theory test preparation
  • Practical test preparation
  • Extended test preparation
  • Comprehensive driving experience in both city and rural locations
  • Semi-intensive courses
  • Mock practical test
  • Driver assessments

Personal and friendly coaching for all ages and levels of experience

We routinely cover the following postal areas : GL14, GL15, GL16 & GL17

At our discretion we may also cover the following postal areas : GL1, GL2, GL3, GL4, GL18, GL19, HR9, NP16 & NP25 but higher rate fees will apply

Please feel free to ask us any questions regarding driving tuition, we are always happy to help you!

Just fill in a form with your questions and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Check codes

You can authorise the DVLA to share your driving licence information by applying for a “Check Code”. This speeds up the process for new drivers to be processed by us. You can set up this facility online at https://www.gov.uk/view-driving-licence.

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