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Ladybird Driving School Swords provides top level pretest training and EDT lessons.✅
We offer driving test car hire and Mock test also at our school.✅
Our panel of Female Driving Instructors are ready and waiting for you to call and get you through.✅
548 Pupils passed last year which is higher than any other school anywhere in Dublin.✅
☎️ 01:4851585
Our comment from DrivingSchools.Directory about Ladybird:
Ladybird Driving School in Ireland is renowned for its exceptional driving instruction, led by the talented Elaine. Students consistently praise Elaine for her patience, professionalism, and ability to create a comfortable learning environment.
Highlights of Ladybird Driving School include:
- Effective Teaching: Many students have expressed how Elaine's teaching style builds confidence and ensures they are well-prepared for their driving tests. Her thorough explanations and patient approach make driving lessons enjoyable.
- High Pass Rates: Numerous reviews mention passing their driving tests on the first attempt thanks to Elaine's support and guidance.
- Positive Atmosphere: Students frequently note Elaine's friendly demeanor, which contributes to a relaxed and engaging learning experience.
- Customizable Lessons: Elaine tailors lessons to meet the unique needs of each student, focusing on areas that require improvement and providing constructive feedback.
- Pre-Test Preparation: Many clients recommend taking pre-test lessons, highlighting their effectiveness in boosting confidence and refining driving skills before the actual test.
While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, there have been a few comments regarding communication lapses at times; however, the overall consensus is that Elaine is a dedicated instructor who truly cares about her students' success.
For anyone looking to learn to drive or improve their driving skills, Ladybird Driving School, especially with Elaine as an instructor, comes highly recommended!
Ladybird: Reviews
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Elaine from Lady Bird Driving School in Swords. She is an amazing teacher❤️. I started out as a very nervous driver who had taken time off from driving after my initial 12 lessons with another driving school as I felt not ready and unprepared. When I found Elaine, I felt more confident than ever after only completing my first lesson with her. Her patience and calmness put me at such ease. I wouldn’t have passed First Time without her. I’ll be recommending her to all my family and friends.
Hi Fiona, Thank you for leaving a lovely review! Safe Driving
Fantastic experience: I had Elaine as my driving instructor and I could not recommend anyone better, she is an amazing teacher ❤️ I booked in with her a year after failing a previous driving test. She boosted my confidence in driving to finally sit another driving test which I then passed. Elaine was extremely patient and so kind which made it so reassuring
Fantastic experience: Best driving school, best driving instructor Elaine. Thank you for all amazing sessions
Fantastic experience: I couldn’t recommend Elaine enough, she helped me pass my driving test and did everything she could to help me. Payed immense attention to detail and teaches you to self correct so you learn from your mistakes. So friendly and helpful thank you Elaine
Fantastic experience: Had such a great experience with Elaine as my instructor, could not recommend enough! So friendly and patient and always very accommodating with availability. Really helped build confidence and feel prepared for my test❤️
Fantastic experience: Elaine is such a lovely instructor. She is really good and patient! I felt really prepared for the test and she was very accommodating especially on the run up to the test. I wouldn’t have been able to pass first time without Elaine. I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor and she will be teaching my sister next
Positive experience: Pretty accurate i did find a ladybird in the car
Fantastic experience: I cannot recommend Elaine from ladybird enough. From starting out as an extremely nervous driver who had put off driving for years, to passing my test first time as a confident driver. Elaine’s kindness and patience is so reassuring and she is an excellent teacher. As happy as I am to have passed I am sad I don’t get to see Elaine every week. Thank you so much to Elaine and ladybird, what a fabulous teacher and now a friend❤️
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Elaine as a driving instructor! I heard about her through a recommendation from my sister, and thanks to her excellent guidance, I passed my driving test in Finglas on the first attempt. She is patient, professional, and truly skilled at teaching. Thank you Elaine!
Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Elaine from Ladybird Driving School Swords. Her patience and ability to explain practical things in a simple manner is unmatched. I woudn't of been able to pass first time if it wasn't for Elaine.
Fantastic experience: Elaine has been one of the most genuine and patient people to learn to drive with completely from scratch. She put me completely at ease and made me look forward to lessons every week. Her invaluable help resulted in me passing first time in Finglas! Cannot recommend enough. Although i’m delighted to have passed will miss our drives so much!
Fantastic experience: Had the absolute best experience, Elaine my instructor was just phenomenal couldn’t recommend anywhere better to learn how to drive .
Fantastic experience: Elaine is just a brilliant instructor. She is so patient, kind, professional, genuine and is absolutely rooting for her students! She completely put me at ease with my driving and built my confidence so much since we started the lessons, allowing me to pass my test. She is so knowledgeable and taught me things in a way that just made so much sense. We also had a laugh along the way! I can’t recommend Elaine enough- a genuinely excellent instructor.
Fantastic experience: Thanks to Elaine I was able to pass my driving test first time, I started with no experience behind the wheel and Elaine was able to teach me in a very clear way and was incredibly patient and honest with me. You will definitely get a pass if you go with Elaine, I cannot recommend her enough!
Fantastic experience: Fantastic experience learning and driving with Elaine, very assured, affirmative, and articulate in directions and support which helped me pass my test first time. Very friendly and makes lessons something that you look forward to and not a chore, I would highly recommend Ladybird for your driving lessons.
Fantastic experience: I can’t recommend Elaine from Ladybird driving school enough!! She is so friendly, patient and professional. She really helped me build up my confidence with driving. I wouldn’t have been able to pass my test first time without Elaine’s help, hard work and dedication!! Thank you so much ❤️
Fantastic experience: Did my lessons with Elaine in swords and passed first try, couldn’t recommend her enough. Such a gentle and calm technique to instructing.
Fantastic experience: I cannot recommend Elaine from Ladybird enough. I went from having never even sat in a drivers seat before our first lesson to passing my test first time. Elaine is an incredible teacher and her guidance and support has been invaluable. She taught me everything from scratch and built up my confidence behind the wheel. Cannot thank Elaine enough
Fantastic experience: I fully recommend Elaine she is absolutely professional, patient and ensure fine tune your area of weakness. I have been lucky to have her as my instructor thanks to her I passed my test at last.
Fantastic experience: I can’t recommend Elaine highly enough. She taught both my kids to drive and the second passed his test today. Elaine is very patient, very calm and very kind which makes her the perfect driving instructor. Her attention to detail, the extra help with tips and diagrams were very useful and I would definitely recommend the pre driving test lessons. So thank you Elaine from myself, Aisling and Oisin.
Fantastic experience: I done two pre-tests prior to my driving test with Elaine. I felt confident and relaxed the whole time and she made sure to go the extra mile with anything I felt I needed going over. Her down to earth and friendly approach made it easier than ever to deal with. She’s the best in the business and I honestly could not of passing without her.
Fantastic experience: I passed the driving test on the first attempt thanks to Elaine /Ladybird. Elaine showed me everything I needed to know with amazingly professional manners and detail. You can't go wrong as long as you follow her advice. I highly recommend Ladybird! And Thank you again for helping me learn and succeed!
Fantastic experience: If you are looking for a driving school look no further. My instructor was Elaine and she is truly the best. Having failed a driving test many years ago ( with a different driving school) I had no confidence in myself. It is thanks to her that I have a driving licence now. She always made me feel comfortable and her knowledge and ability to teach is exquisite. I can't recommend her enough.
Fantastic experience: As a mother of two daughters who decided they wanted to drive at 18yrs you can imagine I was apprehensive but I cannot recommended Elaine highly enough she is an amazing safe and solid instructor. Her dedication to achieving the best results was clearly evident and right up until the moment of the test supporting the girls. Her genuine delight when the younger girl passed her test this week shows her true passion for the work and for achieving the best results. Both girls passing at 18yrs following their 12 lessons with Elaine. Thank you so much Elaine you are a great instructor and a genuinely interested person. Thank you Celine
Fantastic experience: Did 3 lessons and a pre test with Elaine and I passed 1st time she was an amazing help. Highly recommend
Fantastic experience: I booked two mock tests 2 weeks prior to my driving test and they were extremely helpful, could not have passed first time (finglas) without them. I highly recommend LadyBird and Elaine (my mock examiner) to anyone who has their test upcoming soon.
Fantastic experience: I'm really glad I chose Ladybird Driving School as I was coming off a terrible experience with an instructor prior to that. And the difference was like night and day. I had an anxiety for driving, but my instructor Eleine put me at ease from day 1. She was super understanding and wouldn't force me to do anything I wasn't comfortable doing. She was excellent at explaining all the little things a good driver needs to know. She was firm but forgiving and every time game tips on what to work on to improve my driving skills. And I'm proud to say I passed my test today 19.10.23 first time and in an area I'm not familiar with at all! Thank you, Eleine, I couldn't have done it without you :)
Fantastic experience: I did my 12 lessons with Elaine, aswell as a few pre tests, and I couldn’t recommend her more. She is so positive, reassuring and knowledgable, and I definitely wouldn’t have passed without all the her help.
Fantastic experience: Elaine is hands down best instructor out there. From how thorough she is to how nice and helpful and positive she is I wouldn’t have been able to pass without her. Can not recommend someone more.
Fantastic experience: Would highly recommend Elaine in Ladybird. Everything is explained so well and makes you understand the changes you need to make. Passed on my 1st attempt thanks to Elaine!
Fantastic experience: I just want to say thanks to Elaine for everything she help me pass my test today with her encouragement and her patience I truly recommend Elaine and ladybird !!!
Fantastic experience: Elaine from Ladybird was amazing! I took a pre test with her and she taught me some things I hadn’t picked up on previously. She gave me the confidence to pass! Couldn’t recommend enough!
Fantastic experience: I did all of my lessons with Elaine, including pre-test lessons. She made me feel so at ease and gave me so much confidence in my driving ability. Elaine is such a genuinely lovely person too, I really couldn't recommend her enough! Overall my experience over the course of 12+ lessons was a pleasure and I'm delighted I chose Ladybird.
Fantastic experience: I did my 12 EDT lessons with Elaine in Swords and I couldn’t recommend her enough. I was late learning to drive and was very nervous starting off. Elaine was very patient with me from lesson 1 and I grew with confidence every week.I completed my 12 lessons before Christmas and practised every week to make sure everything I was taught was retained. I finally got a date for my test and Elaine arranged some pre tests with me. I could not have been more prepared for my test due to the hours of time Elaine put into me making sure everything was covered. I passed my test first time on 23rd of June with only one mark. I went from getting my learner permit to passing my full test in less than 12 months and I would not have been able to do it without Elaine’s help. If you’re considering who to do your lessons with I could not recommend Elaine from Ladybird Driving School enough. You will learn fast and pass your test first time ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Fantastic experience: Passed my first time! Couldn’t recommend Elaine enough, she was so patient and broke everything down so well, I was so confident going into my exam
Fantastic experience: Couldn’t recommend Elaine enough, she is so so lovely and goes above and beyond to ensure you are well prepared and fully confident in your driving! She taught me so many driving tips that I wasn't aware of before and really made me feel comfortable and confident in my driving! Thanks so much for all your help❤️
Fantastic experience: Such a good company to do your lessons with . My driving instructor was Elaine , she’s brilliant , so calm and really good at what she does . I done my lessons and a couple pre tests and passed my driving test first time, all thanks to Elaine !
Fantastic experience: I can't recommend Elaine as a driving instructor enough! Throughout my lessons, she always made me feel comfortable and confident behind the wheel, and was always willing to go the extra mile to ensure that I was fully prepared for the test. Her calm and friendly approach to her lessons made the process an enjoyable experience and I can't thank her enough for it!!
Fantastic experience: I cannot say enough good things about Elaine! She made me feel so relaxed throughout my entire driving experience. She is extremely patient and knowledgeable about all things driving. Loved our chats on our drives and feel much more confident in the car. Would definitely recommend learning with Elaine.
Thanks Aoife delighted to hear these words..Thank you and safe driving
Fantastic experience: Elaine is the most loveliest person, she was so helpful to me doing my pre tests. She made me feel so calm and went through everything step by step, I couldn’t recommend her enough to anyone doing lessons!
Fantastic experience: I cannot thank Elaine enough she is an amazing instructor and person! Brought me from being a nervous driver to confidently looking forward to my test date. She made the lessons enjoyable and her way of delivering crucial information will definitely stick with me going forward. Passed my driving test first go thanks to Elaine I couldn't of done it without her❤️❤️
Fantastic experience: After failing my first driving test, I decided to try a different driving school and am so happy I choose Ladybird! Elaine was amazing, so patient with me and by the end of the first lesson I felt so much more confident. She was very honest about my driving and after a few more lessons and a pre test I am happy to say I passed. Couldn’t of done it without Elaine Highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: I truly believe Elaine is the reason I’ve just passed my test first try! I could not have asked for a better driving instructor than Elaine! She was thorough while also always making sure I was in a comfortable, happy, relaxed environment, allowing me to really learn. I honestly could not recommend her more. I completed all lessons and pre test with her too. Would highly recommend to anybody looking for lessons or pre test. You are guaranteed an instructor who cares as much as you do about getting your test first try. I feel truly blessed to have come across somebody so funny, caring and flexible as Elaine! And I can confidently say I would recommend her to everybody possible!!
Fantastic experience: I really can’t recommend Elaine enough after passing my test - SHE IS AMAZING. I really enjoyed all of my Friday morning lessons with her. Elaine was friendly , patient and went above and beyond to help me become a safe and competent driver. She went the extra mile to check in before and after my test and gave some encouraging tips to help you settle the nerves. I’ll be recommending Elaine to anyone who is looking for a driving instructor for their lessons or pretest. Thanks so much Elaine
Fantastic experience: I passed my test today after doing all my lessons with Elaine. I can’t recommend Elaine enough. She is the BEST! She is patient and calm, which helped me with my confidence driving and to keep me calm. Elaine goes the extra mile, checking in, giving encouragement and advice before the test. She called me after my test to see how it went. She is so friendly and such a lovely person. I have so much appreciation for everything Elaine has done to assist me during my driving journey. Elaine is the choice for anyone looking for an instructor. I can’t thank her enough for everything she has done.
Fantastic experience: After several different instructors and a stop start approach to my lessons over the years, I never thought I would be confident enough to pass my test. Having completed my 12 EDT lessons, I decided to take extra lessons and a couple of pretests with Elaine, which was the best decision I made and one that definitely helped me pass my test first time. I could not recommend Elaine enough, a passionate and dedicated instructor, she made me feel as ease and filled me with great confidence every time I got behind the wheel. Elaine has a great way of explaining the different areas that is easy to remember. I feel I became a better driver every time I drove with Elaine and always came away having learnt something new and made the most of every lesson. I came away from every lesson more confident than before and looking forward to the next one with Elaine. Massive thank you, Elaine!
Fantastic experience: I had Elaine as my driving instructor for my pre tests and she made me feel so comfortable, confident and gave me so many tips and tricks to do what I can to pass. I passed first time and I couldn’t recommend Elaine enough. Thank you Elaine
Fantastic experience: I cannot say enough good things about Elaine! Having gone through 2 other instructors just to try and test what style I preferred, I was blessed to come across Elaine and all the amazing reviews she already had. This one will say nothing different; she is an amazing instructor, who knows her stuff, is unbelievable friendly and funny, flexible and does everything she can to help her students, I honestly enjoyed our drives so so much. Elaine did a great job of building my confidence and my skills, and I am delighted to have passed (even though I will miss our drives and chats!)! I have recommended her to everyone who needs lessons, and anyone who gets to learn under Elaine will do so well and will enjoy it among the way! Thanks so much Elaine for the support!!!
Brilliant Emma were so thrilled you passed and for such a lovely review ☺️.. Congratulations
Fantastic experience: A fantastic driving instructor that you will pass with! From my very first lesson with Elaine it was immediately clear how much she cares about her students. You will have someone with you the whole time that wants you to pass just as much as you do. You'll get lots of really helpful feedback tailored to your driving both during and after the lesson, including great diagrams and easy ways to remember the rules of the road. I went from being a nervous driver to being a confident one thanks to Elaine. Cannot recommend enough!!
Thank you Jack fir the kind words
Fantastic experience: Couldn’t recommend Elaine enough , goes above and beyond to ensure you are well prepared and fully confident in your driving. I had a great experience with Elaine and ladybird driving school. Thanks so much for all your help
Fantastic experience: Whether you are looking to pass your driving test or improve your driving skills, LadyBird Driving School is the right place for you. My experience with Elaine, undoubtedly the best instructor you can imagine, was out of this world. Elaine will go above and beyond to ensure you are well-prepared to get your license; she will be the best asset to boost your confidence and bring out your driving potential. She is very dedicated and passionate and will tailor each lesson to those areas you need to improve the most, making the most of each hour spent driving and your money! Don't waste time and money; contact LadyBird Driving School, and if you can book with Elaine, you will get to pass your driving test and learn real driving. From the bottom of my heart, thank you, Elaine, for all your endless advice and guidance. "See you on the road!"
Fantastic experience: As a man in his 40's it wasn't easy taking the step to do the lessons and take the test but then I was lucky enough to learn under Elaine's guidance and passed the test first time. I cannot recommend her enough. She's friendly, has a fantastic personality and knows how to give out when she needs to. I have already recommended Elaine to friends who are about to start lessons and I will recommend her to many more. A top class instructor. 'And off we pop!'
Thanks so much .. really lovely feedback
Fantastic experience: Couldn’t recommend Elaine enough! She was Nothing but helpful, so patient with me and explained everything so well! Couldn’t have passed without her
Fantastic experience: I can’t thank Elaine enough for her help! I did two pretest lessons with Elaine to get experience with a different instructor after having failed my test a couple of times. She was really helpful and clear in areas that I had previously struggled with because of a lack of understanding I had about the clutch. Once she talked time through it I got the hang of things immediately, this raised my driving confidence and ultimately allowed me to pass my test!
Fantastic experience: I cannot praise Elaine enough - I passed first time! Elaine was such an amazing instructor - made me feel at ease and confident from the beginning and always so encouraging; looked forward to each lesson. Always calm and reassuring and able to find time for each lesson around me working. Absolutely will be recommending to everyone!
Fantastic experience: I reached out to ladybird to get some pretests, and was so happy I did! Passed first time thanks to Elaine , what a star. She gave me the confidence I needed and a pep talk the night before and I smashed it first time! Huge thanks to the ladybird school and of course the wonderful Elaine!
Fantastic experience: Passed my test on my third attempt. I can't thank Elaine enough for being such a brilliant instructor and giving me confidence in myself and my ability to know I could do my test. I am so happy I have accomplished this full licence here we come
Fantastic experience: Best instructor ever, I wish I had done my 12 lessons with them aswell, used ladybird for my pre tests and Elaine was great, she helped me with the problems I couldn’t work out and gave me great advice. Would recommend 100%
Fantastic experience: Passed on my second attempt thanks to Elaine. She was so nice and helpful and explained everything real well, I never done a pre test before my first attempt but so glad I did this time around, she picked me up on things I didn't even think I needed to work on, which I why I passed. I would recommend Elaine and ladybird driving school to anyone who wants to learn to drive.
Negative experience: I did go to Angela before the lockdown for 1 lesson and she was just GREAT! Unfortunately, Angela now moved to automatic only. And I had to try somebody else. I'm in need of manual EDT lessons and I have been trying to reach out to Ladybird since August. On Sept 19, one of the instructors (Lorendana) got in touch with me and told me she would book me in on Tue 5/10, but never heard back from her as she completely forgot about me. I called her and reminded her on the previous day and she said she got the location wrong and would be difficult for her to travel all the way to Swords. However, she told me she'll take a 2 hour lesson starting from Sat 16/10. On messaging her yesterday, she's forgotten about me again. I literally had to remind her our previous conversations and she says she has nothing booked for me. This is just unbelievable! Sooner did I know about this, I would have gone to another Driving School. I have just been waiting here for a month thinking I'd get a lesson. Had very high hopes with Ladybird but the very disappointed with the poor communication.
Fantastic experience: I had some last minute lessons before my test with Elaine. There were some areas I was concerned with and she really helped me with these and also improved my confidence. I would highly recommend Elaine and ladybird driving school. I passed my test first time and definitely think these last minute prep tests helped hugely. Thanks Elaine !
Fantastic experience: I took a pretest lesson with Elaine the week before my test and she gave excellent advice and instruction in areas I needed to improve which led to passing my test in February. Thanks Elaine!
Thanks for the lovely words Stephen
Fantastic experience: I’d highly recommend Ladybird DS, very professional and personable people that drastically improved my driving over a very short period of time.
Fantastic experience: I had Elaine for a few lessons and pretests before taking my driving test in January 2020. She was incredibly patient and really clear with her directions which made it so much easier for me. I felt way more confident driving, after just a few lessons. I passed my test first time around so it must have done the trick!
Thanks so much for your kind review Aìne
Fantastic experience: Driving a number of years and had picked up a few bad habits. Thankfully after a few lessons with Elaine I was able to get rid of my bad habits, improve my driving and gain more confidence. She also sent me a list of questions which all of came up and I answered correctly. Passed my test first time and couldn't of done it without her. Highly recommend her.
Brilliant Ashling well done..We are all delighted for you .. Congratulations again.
Fantastic experience: Wonderful driving school for all lessons type. Team ladybird is just amazing.
Fantastic experience: Fantastic friendly instructors
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