Driving lessons in Kidlington

Was so impressed with the drive 1st time pass...,was on it from the off!!
The high tempo approach was effective.
If I'm honest it'll go down as one of my most fluent performances behind the wheel.
Special thanks to drive johnson's & coach superb combination.

Don has been a great driving instructor over the months the best I have ever had. Upon getting in the car with him for the first time I knew he will be the coach to get me through and pass the first prestigious time. I highly recommend Don is one of a kind driving instructor and I will continue to tell all my friends and family about him. Sadly our ways have to part now as tears where shed It was a happy yet emotional day . 10/10 genuine down to earth guy I'm glad to have met him . Will take his great advice with me to the grave .
Fair well my Coach

I come from China, first time learn driving lessons in the uk. Very good cars and instructors. Very satisfied with all course.

A friend of mine highly recommended Don to me, and I have been recommending Don to people too. Don always turns up on time for our lessons. He encourages and challenges me in a patient and constructive way. Don taught me how to drive safely, which has also made me a safer cyclist. Don has become more of a friend to me now. I was happy to pass my driving test, but I was sad at the same time because I enjoyed driving with Don and didn't want our lessons to finish!

By the way, Don is totally English in accent, so you won't have any problem with understanding him.

Don is a very good instructor and very friendly. I will recommend him to anyone wanting to learn how to drive.

Don is a great instructor I had an international licence and needed to pass my uk test and Don was recommended to me by my wifes friends. He is calm, patient, very helpful and gave me great confidence, I had about 10 hours of lessons with Don and passed first time.

If there was an option for 6 stars, I would be more than happy to give them.

YESSSS!!!!! I passed my test with only ONE minor fault.

When I met Don first time for an assessment I immediately knew he was the type of instructor I was looking for. His approachable personality and great sense of humour made me feel at ease.
I just can't thank Don enough for his invaluable teachings and insights.
I highly recommend Don to whoever is looking for an instructor.
Thanks again Don - You are the BEST !!!

I have been taking lessons in different cities for what felt like forever. When i moved to Oxford, i was recommended to take lessons with Don and it has paid off! Passed today and couldn't have done it without Don's help. He was always calm and relaxed while i drove, and was very reliable. I was able to pick up the new area very quickly and he always gave great advice during lessons. Highly recommended!!!

Don taught all three of us sisters to drive and we passed within six months of each other, which, in all truth, is probably his most masterful achievement to date. Don matches oratorical fireworks of advice with a sense of humour, mischief and slight exaggeration which is likely unparalleled in a driving instructor. He's quite excellent at the actual teaching part too, if you rate that sort of thing. We will all miss his technical skill and observations, the provision of free water and the occasional offering of chewing gum. Most of all we will miss his own unique brand of personal wisdom, and cannot recommend him highly enough.

Such a talented instructor. With a great depth of knowledge.

Passed my test with Don, in a really short space of time. Sending relatives over from India in order to complete course! This guy is awesome, really helpful driving instructor and drive johnsons were really helpful in setting me up with Don. I would recommend Don to anyone who is looking to start driving. Thank you very much!

Don was the best instructor I could have hoped for, I always felt relaxed and positive when learning with him, which I am sure helped me to pass on my first attempt. I would always look forward to my lessons with him, as he was so cheery and patient with me. I would recommend him to anyone learning to drive, thank you so much!

Don is the best instructor anyone could ever ask for!
He was the only one to support me in this long journey. When I started I was so insicure and scared but Dons' great teaching abilities, and of course his great sense of humour made it all so fun and easy. I always looked forward to having lessons with him.

Thank you so much Don, I could not have done this without you! I'm so happy to have passed my driving test but most importantly I'm so happy that I've found a life long friend like you! :)

Simmy

Alhamdulillah I passed my test today! With a special thanks to Don who gave me encouragement strength and belief ! Definitely recommend him! Thanks a lot Don!

The most amazing experience

Don Russell - A League of His Own

I came to Don sceptical, sceptical of the claims made in his bio but I can tell you hand on heart Don Russell changed my life. I had been to driving instructors from John O Groats to Lands End none of which understood me for me. When I entered the car for the first time with Don it was a totally immersive experience. I was the car and the car was me - I suppose you could say the car became an extension of me. Forthright in his approach, firm in his beliefs, a coach who builds a team ethic with a strong, hard working philosophy but at all times fair Don made me realise that driving is more than just ignition, clutch, gas and go. Yes we clashed at times and yes we would discuss things me with my point of view and him with his but we would always and I mean ALWAYS be productive. When the day came to part ways after an astonishing zero minors on my test I can honestly say that tears were shed. Tears of appreciation to a man who's methods may not always be conventional but they always get results. Finally, I wouldn't say Don was the best instructor in the world but he's definitely in the top 1.

Amazing, friendly and supportive driving instructor with a great sense of humour. Don was really reassuring. Thank you!!

Go on Don!! Legend! Such a great coach! I Go to Portsmouth uni but travel back to oxford just to do lessons with him! I'm a nervous driver and make silly errors but I passed in no time!!! Great teaching method! Great service! Go to Don aka coach! :D

Couldn't think of a better driving coach - charismatic, intelligent, friendly, compassionate, witty - someone so much more than merely a 'driving instructor'. I've made a good friend and also managed to pass my driving test having turned 17 two months ago and having had no prior experience in a car nor how a car actually works. I am in no doubt I wouldn't have been able to do so without Don guiding me. If you're not sure who to book as your instructor then I stress you must book Don! Thank you so much for everything, owe you big time.

Cheers coach,

Louis

Don is an amazing instructor! Having no previous driving experience he took the time to go through everything in detail and got me through my test first time! I would and will do, highly recommend Don for anyone thinking about driving. He's calm and always makes it a friendly experience which makes it easier to learn. Much appreciated for all you help.

Don was recommended to me and I was not disappointed, he is easily the best instructor I have had (and I have a few), very reliable and consistent. Will always try and fit you in and tailor the times to best suit you where possible. He is very friendly with a positive can do attitude. What I most like about Don is he does not try and give you more lessons than you need like other company's, if he thinks your ready he will tell you, and if you need more lessons then believe me you should take the advise and take more lessons. Overall I was very very satisfied with the instructor, and will definatly recommend Don to anyone wanting to pass their test.

Patience, humor, challenge and a deep knowledge of how to pass the test. Don knew when to push me and when to shut up! He is a natural born coach. The rumors are true: he really is the best instructor in the UK!

Thank you for helping me pass first time :)

Eleri

Passed first time with Don as my Coach. He is an excellent driving instructor - very organised and informative. Gave me all the materials I needed to pass both theory and practical. He also gave solid, constructive feedback each lesson and very useful tips on how to improve. I recommend him 100%. You won't be disappointed!

Passed 1st time! Thanks to drive Johnson for supplying their information pack and the videos! And huge thanks to Don for being a great driving instructor! Highly recommend Don and drive johnsons !!

I passed first time with Don as did my brother who recommended him to me in the first place! Don is an amazing instructor and wastes no time! I've already recommended him to many people and will continue to do so!

Having only started driving a week ago to the day, with no previous experience, I would like to share my delights with you all. I'm not gonna lie it was turbulent yet I've learnt so much over this amazing journey. I would like to give a special thanks to DriveJohnsons, Ernie the car and the one and only Don, my coach.

Very good instructor with loads of experience. Good technique, skill and sharp humour.

I was super nervous about driving but Don quickly put me at ease, was patient and encouraging and didn't fail to make me laugh when I needed to calm down! Couldn't have passed my test without his support. I would (and have already) recommended him to others!

Amazing driving instructor felt very comfortable, always so cheerful and never in a bad mood. Would 100% recommend him to anyone of all ages. So glad he was my driving instructor!!!!! Can't recommend him enough.

Thanks drive Johnsons, special thanks to Coach for teaching me and ensuring I focus and improve my driving every lesson. I passed my test first time! Thanks again drive Johnson, would recommend Don to any potential trainee looking to pass.

Don is a very punctual and straight talking instructor and that's what makes him special . He won't waste your time chatting about football , he's brilliant at what he does.

A friend told me about Don and said how great he was. Never once did he make me feel like quitting and i passed first time. I would highly recommend him to everyone that's how good he his.

Absolutely had a blast in my lessons with Don! He is a great instructor with a great sense of humour. Goes through everything thoroughly with you. I would definitely recommend him to everyone.

Don is the best instructor I could of found. He came highly recommended. Don was very calm and keen to push me to learn to drive as fast and safely as possible. Could of done it this soon without Don.

Cheers Don

Hector

Don is a great instructor and a wonderful human being. He has amazing ability to keep you cheerful and relaxed, yet at the same time teaching to drive excellently. I've passed my exam on the first attempt and I would highly recommend Don.

Being one of Don's cadettes has been an absolute pleasure. He is not only statistically, but also practically, the greatest coach ever. He really knows his stuff - couldn't have done it without him, the legend. Other talents include dancing, taglines, and takeouts. 10/10, would do the 30 hours all over again!

Remember; if you can dream it, you can do it

He is a professional instructor. He has an excellent experience. He gave me many valuable advices. He helped me so much and prepared me well . I could pass my driving test from the first time . Thank you Don .

I had a driving instructor before (through a different company) who was awful so I was nervous when I booked Don but he was amazing. Don is always in a good mood, I felt completely safe and relaxed in the car and learnt so much, especially with help from the Drive Johnsons learner page, so helpful. I felt Don had confidence in me and really listened to my concerns and what I struggled with and would create a good plan to combat these. I can't rate him highly enough, I've already recommended him to everyone I know.His jokes aren't as funny as mine though.

"I did something I felt was right for me and I performed the best I have all year."
did not expect to come away with only one minor fault,
I couldn't have dreamed or imagined today.
Special thank you to the drive johnsons & coach for the help & training..

Don is an excellent instructor and I'd recommend him to anyone. He'll recognise your driving weaknesses quickly, show you how to correct the problems and you'll practice until you're comfortable and confident.

Don is a really great driving instructor. He is reassuring, patient and honest and I really recomend him as an instructor!

Donovan is a great driving structor who I would highly recommend without hesitation he is amicable and made me feel at ease he gave me the confidence and knowledge to allow me to pass my test first time with only one miner for not indercating into the test centre (my fault) if your'e looking for a instructor for yourself or your children then don russle is the guy to go to!

Don has helped me pass first time with his calm and relaxed way of teaching. I would recommend anyone to have him as an instructor worth every penny.

An unforgettable experience. Such a great coach with a smile that is forever present.
It was a long journey but a memorable one too. I would not of been able to manage if it was not for Don being by my side, I have already recommended him to many of my mates and will carry on to do so.

Thank you so much for everything you have done!!

Hugh

A masterful technician in his trade!!
Thank you my coach??

When I first started taking lessons with Don I was a terrified learner (trainee as Don prefers to call it) driver and I have just passed my test with only 3 minors! I couldn't have done it without Don! Lessons with him are engaging and fun. He has a way of making you feel at ease, but at the same time not letting any bad driving practice slip through the net. He is very encouraging and does not ask you take any more lessons than you need, a rare trait! He keeps calm in what could be potentially really stressful situations, and really treats you like you're one of his cadets- he took the trouble to come in and try and jumpstart our car when it broke down, without asking anything for it. My husband is now taking lessons with him, and I would whole heartedly recommend him to anyone!! Thanks coach! :D

Had 3 different instructors in the UK and a total of 5 including the ones from my home country. Don "the coach" is simply the best. Have finished my driving licence last week (had a different instructor in the end due to unforeseen reasons) but Don was the one that taught to drive and made me a confident driver much unlike my 1st instructor. He's just the best driving instructor you could ask for!

Don is a great instructor firm when he needs to be but always fair. Knows exactly what's needed to be gone over and when to go over it. It also doesn't hurt that he's a great laugh!

I passed first time with Don!
He is very patient, friendly and at the same time efficient coach.
I would recommend him to any of my friends.