Business Details
Your Trusted Driving School in South Molton
Established by experienced professionals, Ace Driving School is a DSA-approved driving instruction provider committed to delivering tailored, high-quality tuition. Our team of patient and enthusiastic instructors specialises in adapting lessons to individual learning paces, ensuring students develop both technical proficiency and road confidence. Based in South Molton, Devon, we utilise modern dual-controlled vehicles and offer comprehensive training across diverse driving environments including town, city, and motorway conditions. Our curriculum extends beyond standard lessons to include hazard perception, theory test preparation, Pass Plus certification, and refresher courses.With a proven track record of helping students achieve first-time test success, we prioritise long-term road safety skills over mere test preparation. Our instructors bring decades of combined experience, with Nick Stone alone boasting 12 years of demonstrable success in transforming nervous beginners into confident drivers. All training materials and vehicles are specifically selected to enhance learning outcomes, while our flexible pricing packages accommodate varying budgets and schedules.
Services
Driving Lessons
Pass Plus Training
Hazard Perception
Theory Test Help
Refresher Lessons
Motorway Instruction
Highlights and features
- DSA-approved driving instructors with tailored lesson plans
- Modern dual-controlled vehicles specifically designed for training
- Proven 90% first-time test pass rate with structured curriculum
- Flexible packages including Pass Plus and motorway training
- 12+ years' experience adapting to individual learning needs
Associations and certifications
- Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DSA)
- Pass Plus
What people say
Patient and reliable instructor
Pass with zero faults
Transformed nervous beginners
Flexible teaching approach
Highly recommend to all
Services
Driving Lessons
Structured driving instruction tailored to individual learning speeds using modern dual-controlled vehicles. Our DSA-approved instructors focus on both test preparation and long-term road safety skills. Lessons cover town, city, and motorway driving in varied conditions across Devon.
Pass Plus Training
Six-module advanced driving course approved by Hampshire County Council. Includes hazard perception, motorway driving, and all-weather training. Students receive 75 subsidy towards course fees when completed with our instructors.
Hazard Perception
Specialist training to develop hazard identification skills required for the theory test. Combines classroom instruction with practical on-road scenarios to improve reaction times and decision-making in real-world driving conditions.
Refresher Lessons
Tailored sessions for experienced drivers needing confidence rebuilding or technique updates. Focus areas include modern traffic systems, new road regulations, and defensive driving strategies for changing road conditions.
Motorway Instruction
Specialist motorway training covering entry/exit procedures, lane discipline, and high-speed safety protocols. Designed for learners progressing beyond basic test requirements and drivers needing motorway confidence building.
People
Nick Stone
Driving Instructor
With 12 years' experience, Nick specialises in adapting lessons to individual needs. His patient approach has helped numerous students achieve first-time test success while developing lasting driving competence in challenging conditions.
Questions
What areas do you cover for driving lessons?
We operate primarily in South Molton and Barnstaple, covering varied driving environments including town centres, rural roads, and motorway access routes.
Do you offer automatic transmission lessons?
Our current fleet consists of manual transmission vehicles to prepare students for all driving scenarios, though we can discuss specific requirements.
How does the Pass Plus subsidy work?
Hampshire County Council contributes £75 directly to instructors upon completion of all six modules, reducing your upfront payment liability.
Can I book lessons during evenings or weekends?
We offer flexible scheduling with evening and weekend slots available subject to instructor availability in South Molton and surrounding areas.
What's included in the free introductory lesson?
The first session covers basic vehicle controls, road positioning, and confidence-building exercises to determine your learning requirements and goals.
