Driving Test Success
IPSWICH
Congratulations To The Following Students That have All Gained Their Independence.
Freddy Jennings from Ipswich.
A great day for Freddy Jennings from Ipswich when he passed his practical driving test at the FIRST attempt on the 7th October 2026.
Freddy was very pleased with his first time pass, he took it all in his stride and produced a good drive on the day.
He is now looking for a car, he has got a couple of ideas on his shortlist and is just looking to find the right one.
Congratulations Freddy and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Mark Banyard and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Dan Hatcher from Ipswich.
Well done to Dan Hatcher from Ipswich, who passed his practical driving test at the FIRST attempt.with a fantastic drive on 6th October 2026.
Dan was so pleased he passed, as this now means he does not have to walk to and from work.
He can also drive himself to Ipswich Town games and to a few music concerts he is booked in for next year.
Congratulations Dan and all the best from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Lennie Harris from Ipswich.
Lennie Harris from Ipswich was extremely happy with his practical driving test pass at the FIRST attempt on the 30th September 2026.
It was raining and with wet roads he kept calm and used all his knowledge and training to get a pass with only 1 minor driving fault.
He can now start looking for a car and then drive himself to do his boxing training.
Well done Lennie and best wishes from your driving instructor Mark Banyard and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Riley Foley from Ipswich.
Riley Foley from Ipswich, passed his practical driving test with a fantastic drive on Monday 14th September 2026, only getting one minor driving fault.
Riley was so pleased he managed to pass as this now means he can get to work a lot easier and sooner. Plus he can now drive himself to away games following Ipswich Town.
Congratulations Riley and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and the team at Ability Driving School.
Tilly Jenkins from Ipswich.
Well done to Tilly Jenkins from Ipswich, who passed her practical driving test with a great drive on Wednesday 9th September 2026.
Tilly was so happy she managed to overcome her nerves on the day and to pass before she leaves for university.
Congratulations Tilly, we hope you enjoy being at university, and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Jen Hamilton from Ipswich.
A big well done to Jen Hamilton from Ipswich, who passed her practical driving test at the FIRST attempt on Monday 24th August 2026.
Jen was so happy she managed to pass first time. She is now able to get her dream job in Motorsport.
Congratulations Jen and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Sydney Brumpton from Ipswich.
Congratulations to Sydney Brumpton from Ipswich for passing her practical driving test on Thursday 20th August 2026.
Syd was over the moon with her pass, she kept her nerves together and had a good drive because of it.
She now intends to insure her car to a full driving licence holder, then she can drive herself to work on Monday.
Good job Syd and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Mark Banyard and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Rose Teague from Ipswich.
A good day for Rose Teague from Ipswich for passing the practical driving test on Thursday 6th August 2026.
Rose was really happy and hopes to get a car soon as it will be very helpful with work.
Well done Rose and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Ian Mills and the team at Ability Driving School.
Rafi Cabras from Ipswich.
Congratulations to Rafi Cabras from Ipswich who passed his practical driving test on Monday 3rd August 2026.
Rafi was so relieved that he passed, as this now means he can get his job in Italy as a carpenter.
Great job Rafi and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Abi Savage of Ipswich (Woodbridge)
Well done to Abi Savage of Ipswich (Woodbridge) for passing her practical driving test at the FIRST attempt on 31st July 2026.
Abi is really happy that she can now drive her car to work and not have to worry about catching buses anymore.
Congratulations Abi and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Adrian Trevaskis and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Malaki Hughes from Ipswich.
Congratulations to Malaki Hughes from Ipswich who passed his practical driving test on Tuesday 28th July 2026.
Malaki is a very keen fisherman, so he was pleased to pass as this means he can now go fishing as many times as he likes and not have to rely on lifts from his parents.
Well done Malaki, enjoy your fishing, and all the best from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Finley Willis of Ipswich.
A great day for Finley Willis of Ipswich when he passed his practical driving test at the FIRST attempt with ZERO faults on 25th July 2026.
Well done on a fantastic drive Finley and congratulations from your Driving Instructor Jay and the team at Ability Driving School.
Mia-Lauren Allum from Ipswich.
A great start to the day for Mia-Lauren Allum from Ipswich when she passed her practical driving test on Thursday 16th July 2026.
Mia didn’t tell anyone about her test, so she plans to drive to some of her friends and family and surprise them, after she has insured her car to a full driving licence holder.
Congratulations Mia and a big well done from your Driving Instructor Ian Mills and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Mitchell Simons from Ipswich.
Well done to Mitchell Simons from Ipswich for passing his practical driving test at the FIRST attempt with ZERO minor faults on the 14th July 2026.
He now intends to reinsure his car to a full driving licence holder and pick his mates up and drive to the seaside.
Enjoy your new freedom you will have Mitchell and congratulations from your Driving Instructor Mark Banyard and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Jake Overton from Ipswich.
Congratulations to Jake Overton from Ipswich who passed his practical driving test at his FIRST attempt on 6th July 2026.
Jake was really pleased with his pass as he needs to drive for his job, which now will be much easier than catching trains to where he needs to go.
We were happy to help on your driving journey and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Ian Mills and the team at Ability Driving School.
Patricia Stalnionis from Ipswich.
Patricia Stalnionis from Ipswich was absolutely delighted with her practical driving test pass at the FIRST attempt with ZERO faults on the 29th June 2026.
Patricia didn’t feel anxious until it was nearly start time but she controlled the nerves and had a very good drive.
She now plans to insure her car to a full driving licence holder and then use it to drive herself to both work and school.
Congratulations Patricia and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Mark Banyard and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Nathan Roddie from Ipswich.
Nathan Roddie from Ipswich passed his practical driving test on Monday 22nd June 2026.
Nathan coped well with the heat and his nerves to perform well during the driving test.
He is now looking forward to driving himself to band practice and his job, and not having to rely on the bus.
Congratulations Nathan and well done from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and the team at Ability Driving School.
Lucy Fulcher from Ipswich.
Lucy Fulcher from Ipswich was over the moon with her practical driving test pass at the FIRST attempt on 18th June 2026.
Lucy managed to keep the nerves in check and gave a good drive.
The plan is to start looking for a car then taking her mates to the nearest drive through.
Congratulations Lucy and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Mark Banyard and the team at Ability Driving School.
Mya Saunderson-Copping from Claydon near Ipswich
Mya Saunderson-Copping from Claydon, near Ipswich, passed her practical driving test at the FIRST attempt on Tuesday 9th June 2026.
Mya had a fantastic drive with ZERO driving faults and in very difficult driving conditions.
Mya was so happy she managed to pass first time. She is now able to drive herself to her part time job where she
can now take on more shifts and no longer have to rely on lifts or the bus.
Congratulations Mya and a big well done from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and the team at Ability Driving School.
Malik Amzad from Ipswich.
Congratulations to Malik Amzad from Ipswich who passed his practical driving test at his FIRST attempt on 6th June 2026.
The weather wasn’t perfect but Malik kept calm and dealt with the conditions really well.
The next step for him is to remove the L plates from his car, change the insurance to a full driving license holder and get on the road.
Enjoy your driving Malik and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Ian Mills and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Katie Spearing from Ipswich.
Congratulations to Katie Spearing from Ipswich, who passed her practical driving test at the FIRST attempt with a brilliant drive on Thursday 21st May 2026.
Katie was so happy she managed to pass first time. She can now drive herself to and from college in London, to her part time job and to check on her horse.
Well done Katie from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and the team at Ability Driving School.
Lois Hindle of Ipswich.
Congratulations to Lois Hindle of Ipswich who passed her practical driving test on Tuesday 19th May 2026.
Lois was over the moon with her pass, she had a good drive and didn’t feel to anxious about the driving test.
Lois now intends to start looking for a car so she can drive herself to work.
Great job Lois and well done from your Driving Instructor Mark Banyard and the team at Ability Driving School.
Courtney Slawson from Ipswich.
A big well done to Courtney Slawson from Ipswich for passing her practical driving test on Friday 15th May 2026.
She already has a car and can’t wait to get on the road and enjoy a bit more independence and freedom.
Congratulations Courtney and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Ian Mills and the team at Ability Driving School.
Max Hamilton from Ipswich.
A good day for Max Hamilton from Ipswich who was really pleased with his practical driving test pass at his FIRST attempt.on 15th May 2026.
He now intends to change his car insurance to a full driving licence holder and drive himself to work.
Well done Max and all the best from your Driving Instructor Mark Banyard and the team at Ability Driving School.
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Freddy Jennings from Ipswich.
A great day for Freddy Jennings from Ipswich when he passed his practical driving test at the FIRST attempt on the 7th October 2026.
Freddy was very pleased with his first time pass, he took it all in his stride and produced a good drive on the day.
He is now looking for a car, he has got a couple of ideas on his shortlist and is just looking to find the right one.
Congratulations Freddy and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Mark Banyard and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Dan Hatcher from Ipswich.
Well done to Dan Hatcher from Ipswich, who passed his practical driving test at the FIRST attempt.with a fantastic drive on 6th October 2026.
Dan was so pleased he passed, as this now means he does not have to walk to and from work.
He can also drive himself to Ipswich Town games and to a few music concerts he is booked in for next year.
Congratulations Dan and all the best from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Lennie Harris from Ipswich.
Lennie Harris from Ipswich was extremely happy with his practical driving test pass at the FIRST attempt on the 30th September 2026.
It was raining and with wet roads he kept calm and used all his knowledge and training to get a pass with only 1 minor driving fault.
He can now start looking for a car and then drive himself to do his boxing training.
Well done Lennie and best wishes from your driving instructor Mark Banyard and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Riley Foley from Ipswich.
Riley Foley from Ipswich, passed his practical driving test with a fantastic drive on Monday 14th September 2026, only getting one minor driving fault.
Riley was so pleased he managed to pass as this now means he can get to work a lot easier and sooner. Plus he can now drive himself to away games following Ipswich Town.
Congratulations Riley and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and the team at Ability Driving School.
Tilly Jenkins from Ipswich.
Well done to Tilly Jenkins from Ipswich, who passed her practical driving test with a great drive on Wednesday 9th September 2026.
Tilly was so happy she managed to overcome her nerves on the day and to pass before she leaves for university.
Congratulations Tilly, we hope you enjoy being at university, and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Jen Hamilton from Ipswich.
A big well done to Jen Hamilton from Ipswich, who passed her practical driving test at the FIRST attempt on Monday 24th August 2026.
Jen was so happy she managed to pass first time. She is now able to get her dream job in Motorsport.
Congratulations Jen and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Sydney Brumpton from Ipswich.
Congratulations to Sydney Brumpton from Ipswich for passing her practical driving test on Thursday 20th August 2026.
Syd was over the moon with her pass, she kept her nerves together and had a good drive because of it.
She now intends to insure her car to a full driving licence holder, then she can drive herself to work on Monday.
Good job Syd and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Mark Banyard and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Rose Teague from Ipswich.
A good day for Rose Teague from Ipswich for passing the practical driving test on Thursday 6th August 2026.
Rose was really happy and hopes to get a car soon as it will be very helpful with work.
Well done Rose and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Ian Mills and the team at Ability Driving School.
Rafi Cabras from Ipswich.
Congratulations to Rafi Cabras from Ipswich who passed his practical driving test on Monday 3rd August 2026.
Rafi was so relieved that he passed, as this now means he can get his job in Italy as a carpenter.
Great job Rafi and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Abi Savage of Ipswich (Woodbridge)
Well done to Abi Savage of Ipswich (Woodbridge) for passing her practical driving test at the FIRST attempt on 31st July 2026.
Abi is really happy that she can now drive her car to work and not have to worry about catching buses anymore.
Congratulations Abi and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Adrian Trevaskis and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Malaki Hughes from Ipswich.
Congratulations to Malaki Hughes from Ipswich who passed his practical driving test on Tuesday 28th July 2026.
Malaki is a very keen fisherman, so he was pleased to pass as this means he can now go fishing as many times as he likes and not have to rely on lifts from his parents.
Well done Malaki, enjoy your fishing, and all the best from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Finley Willis of Ipswich.
A great day for Finley Willis of Ipswich when he passed his practical driving test at the FIRST attempt with ZERO faults on 25th July 2026.
Well done on a fantastic drive Finley and congratulations from your Driving Instructor Jay and the team at Ability Driving School.
Mia-Lauren Allum from Ipswich.
A great start to the day for Mia-Lauren Allum from Ipswich when she passed her practical driving test on Thursday 16th July 2026.
Mia didn’t tell anyone about her test, so she plans to drive to some of her friends and family and surprise them, after she has insured her car to a full driving licence holder.
Congratulations Mia and a big well done from your Driving Instructor Ian Mills and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Mitchell Simons from Ipswich.
Well done to Mitchell Simons from Ipswich for passing his practical driving test at the FIRST attempt with ZERO minor faults on the 14th July 2026.
He now intends to reinsure his car to a full driving licence holder and pick his mates up and drive to the seaside.
Enjoy your new freedom you will have Mitchell and congratulations from your Driving Instructor Mark Banyard and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Jake Overton from Ipswich.
Congratulations to Jake Overton from Ipswich who passed his practical driving test at his FIRST attempt on 6th July 2026.
Jake was really pleased with his pass as he needs to drive for his job, which now will be much easier than catching trains to where he needs to go.
We were happy to help on your driving journey and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Ian Mills and the team at Ability Driving School.
Patricia Stalnionis from Ipswich.
Patricia Stalnionis from Ipswich was absolutely delighted with her practical driving test pass at the FIRST attempt with ZERO faults on the 29th June 2026.
Patricia didn’t feel anxious until it was nearly start time but she controlled the nerves and had a very good drive.
She now plans to insure her car to a full driving licence holder and then use it to drive herself to both work and school.
Congratulations Patricia and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Mark Banyard and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Nathan Roddie from Ipswich.
Nathan Roddie from Ipswich passed his practical driving test on Monday 22nd June 2026.
Nathan coped well with the heat and his nerves to perform well during the driving test.
He is now looking forward to driving himself to band practice and his job, and not having to rely on the bus.
Congratulations Nathan and well done from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and the team at Ability Driving School.
Lucy Fulcher from Ipswich.
Lucy Fulcher from Ipswich was over the moon with her practical driving test pass at the FIRST attempt on 18th June 2026.
Lucy managed to keep the nerves in check and gave a good drive.
The plan is to start looking for a car then taking her mates to the nearest drive through.
Congratulations Lucy and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Mark Banyard and the team at Ability Driving School.
Mya Saunderson-Copping from Claydon near Ipswich
Mya Saunderson-Copping from Claydon, near Ipswich, passed her practical driving test at the FIRST attempt on Tuesday 9th June 2026.
Mya had a fantastic drive with ZERO driving faults and in very difficult driving conditions.
Mya was so happy she managed to pass first time. She is now able to drive herself to her part time job where she
can now take on more shifts and no longer have to rely on lifts or the bus.
Congratulations Mya and a big well done from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and the team at Ability Driving School.
Malik Amzad from Ipswich.
Congratulations to Malik Amzad from Ipswich who passed his practical driving test at his FIRST attempt on 6th June 2026.
The weather wasn’t perfect but Malik kept calm and dealt with the conditions really well.
The next step for him is to remove the L plates from his car, change the insurance to a full driving license holder and get on the road.
Enjoy your driving Malik and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Ian Mills and all the team at Ability Driving School.
Katie Spearing from Ipswich
Congratulations to Katie Spearing from Ipswich, who passed her practical driving test at the FIRST attempt with a brilliant drive on Thursday 21st May 2026.
Katie was so happy she managed to pass first time. She can now drive herself to and from college in London, to her part time job and to check on her horse.
Well done Katie from your Driving Instructor Ed Trevaskis and the team at Ability Driving School.
Lois Hindle of Ipswich.
Congratulations to Lois Hindle of Ipswich who passed her practical driving test on Tuesday 19th May 2026.
Lois was over the moon with her pass, she had a good drive and didn’t feel to anxious about the driving test.
Lois now intends to start looking for a car so she can drive herself to work.
Great job Lois and well done from your Driving Instructor Mark Banyard and the team at Ability Driving School.
Courtney Slawson from Ipswich.
A big well done to Courtney Slawson from Ipswich for passing her practical driving test on Friday 15th May 2026.
She already has a car and can’t wait to get on the road and enjoy a bit more independence and freedom.
Congratulations Courtney and best wishes from your Driving Instructor Ian Mills and the team at Ability Driving School.
Max Hamilton from Ipswich.
A good day for Max Hamilton from Ipswich who was really pleased with his practical driving test pass at his FIRST attempt.on 15th May 2026.
He now intends to change his car insurance to a full driving licence holder and drive himself to work.
Well done Max and all the best from your Driving Instructor Mark Banyard and the team at Ability Driving School.