Keys To Freedom Driving School Bolton.

Keys To Freedom Driving School Bolton. Book driving lessons in blocks of five and save money with our block booking discounts. Professiona Zoe Monaghan of Bolton. Corey Pollard of Bolton.

" I saw Keys to Freedom on Facebook, and after lots of research I found they were the best." "Learning to drive was brilliant, Mel made my lessons easy to do and always put me at ease." "His teaching methods are easy to follow, and made me feel confident, as I got anxiety when I started my lessons, but now I'm relaxed when driving." "I would recommend Mel to anyone, he has a brilliant teaching met

hod and put me at ease right away." "He is such a gentleman, always arrived on time and is very friendly." "Keys to Freedom were recommended to me by a relative who had already had driving lessons with them." "Learning to drive was easier and quicker than I had expected." "Mel's teaching methods were exceptional." "He is patient and helps to put you at ease, If you make mistakes he always explains how to correct them in great detail." "The whole learning experience was a joy, it was affordable and customer service was excellent." "I saw Keys to Freedom online and contacted Mel, and got an instant responce." "I found Mel's teaching methods quite simple, and when I didn't understand something he was always happy to explain it to me in an easier way." "I didn't think I could ever pass my driving test, but Mel always had the belief that I would do it, and I came out with a good result." "I have already recommended Keys to Freedom to a friend as I found it to be a great driving school." "Lessons were always at times to suit me, fairly priced, and Mel has lots of patience." "I would just like to say a massive, Thank you Mel! for getting me a pass, and for your time and patience!"
"I now have a Chevrolet Matiz, and I love my car!"
"Thanks again, and all the best for the future." Emma Finney of Bolton. "My mum spotted good reviews on the internet and I needed a good quality instructor to help me pass my driving test after my previous one let me down several times." "I found learning to drive challenging, but well worth it in the end." "I expected it to be easier than it was." "My instructors teaching methods were excellent compared to what I'd been used to." "Every possible scenario was explained, and I was prompted with questions that really made me think about, not only my own driving, but other drivers aswell." "Also made me feel more confident about my driving." "I would definitely recommend this driving school to my friends, because they could save money, learn to drive quickly and possibly pass first time." "They also need these excellent teaching standards." Natalie Broadstock of Bolton

"I saw a Keys to Freedom Driving School car when I was walking around the area and decided to give them a ring." "I had fun learning to drive, Mel gave me easy and memorable techniques and instructions to follow." "I would definitely recommend Keys to Freedom as everything was an excellent experience, and I passed first time." Aiden Spence of Bolton. "My boss chose Keys to Freedom as they came highly recommended." "Learning to drive was much easier than I expected." "Having had lessons over 10 years ago, I found Mel's methods easier to remember and easy to learn." "I would recommend Keys to Freedom because they will show you the safe responsible way to drive, and give you the confidence to become a safe driver." Andrew Simpson of Bolton. "Keys to Freedom Driving School was recommended to me by a work colleague." "Learning to drive exeeded my expectations." "My driving instructor was very patient, my lessons were constructive and tailored to suit my learning method and definitely value for money." "Their customer service is faultless...... but maybe they could do "Reminder Texts" for forgetfull souls like moi." "I would absolutely recommend KTFDS because they are a value for money, second to none, outstanding school." "I couldn't of done it without you, you gave me the drive to learn, to keep learning and succeed." "Credit to Mel!"
Rachelle Turquoise of Bolton

"I heard about Keys to Freedom Driving School through Facebook." "I really enjoyed learning to drive, it was a lot better than I expected." "My instructors teaching methods were excellent!!" "I learn't very quickly, and found driving relaxing as the instructor is very calm and explains everything very well." "I would recommend Keys to Freedom Driving School because of their good prices, excellent teaching, very reliable and always shows up on time, and their customer service was brilliant." Anna Hibbert of Bolton. "I chose Keys to Freedom Driving School because it was recommended to me by a work colleague who had passed his test with them." "Learning to drive was quicker than what I expected"
"Mel was my 3rd instructor and he was the only one that made manouvres easy, and I was 100% comfortable with." "I would recommend Keys to Freedom because prices were good, Mel was always on time and I had the best instructor I had ever had." Peter Worsley of Bolton. "If I could give this gentleman a bigger star rating there wouldn't be enough!"
"After having 2 previous driving instructors for the past year and being told I was going to fail a week before my diving test by my last driving instructor, I didn't hold much hope." "However after having 6 weeks of driving with this amazing man I passed my driving test first time with no minors!!" "I can't thank him enough, he's very patient and can lift your spirits when you're really down." "He can calm your nerves at any time and is good at giving advice!" "I have never met a more genuine driving instructor." "He's the real deal" ("sorry for the corny review Mel! Haha") "and I wouldn't recommend anybody else!"
Gemma Rock of Bolton. "A friend recommended Keys to Freedom to me and told me they were good, and the prices and deals were good too." "Learning to drive was really good, I found my instructor Mel very comforting if you're nervous (from my experience)" "His teaching methods are very simple and easy to remember, very effective, I still use his methods now as a driver in my own car"
"I would definately recommend Mel, I couldn't think of any reason not to, he's a brilliant instructor who's comforting and really wants you to pass"
Carys Wheeler of Bolton. Driving School Bolton. "I would just like to say a big thank you to Mel Travers for all your support and encouragement throughout my lessons, by sharing your knowledge and experience you steered me to a first time pass!" "You will always be highly recommended by me!" "Thanks again". Joanne Booth of Bolton. "Mel has a brilliant teaching style and put me at ease right away." "He doesn't mess about and gets you on the main roads as fast you can even when you don't think you are prepared for it!" "He can identify with the key problems you may have whilst driving and teach you accordingly instead of teaching all his pupils the same." "Me being a nervous driver, Mel was able to make me understand the rules of the road and made me relax whilst driving." "I cannot recommend Mel enough, I passed, first time, within five months whereas alot of people can take up to a year!"
"Thanks Mel for all you have done for me, I just need to get a car now!"
Sophia Avalon of Bolton. "Thanks Mel for getting me through my driving test in such short time, it´s been great, well happy to have passed, big accomplishment! Will miss having lessons weirdly and having all the great chats!" "Would recommend anyone to come to Keys To Freedom for quick affordable driving lessons!"
Dean Duncan of Bolton. "I found Keys to Freedom driving school on the internet and was impressed with the reviews." "Learning to drive was easier than I had expected, I found Mel's teaching methods excellent, the parts I struggled with he explained patiently until I achieved it." "I would recommend them just because they are so good, and their customer sevice is perfect." Marc Wilkinson of Bolton. "A friend recommended Keys to Freedom driving school to me, and it was a good deal/prices." "Learning to drive was really good, and Mel made me feel really comfortable," "his teaching methods were simple, effective and very easy to remember." "I have already recommended two of my friends who now have instruction off Mel, and I recommended them because he is a brilliant instructor." Megan Warren, Bolton. "Throughout my driving lessons my instructor Mel was thoroughly helpful, continuously on time and never failed to give advice constantly". "I had never drove in england before and for me too just start and pass first time sums up the quality of this mans driving instructing". "I would like to thank Mel for everything he has done for me, and I would advise anyone who is looking to do driving lessons soon to book with Keys to Freedom driving school!" "Yours sincerely Mario Stoican". Mario Stoican of Bolton. "A big thanks to Mel at Keys to Freedom driving School, I must have been one of the most nervous people you had ever had but you made me feel really comfortable. Never thought I´d be able to pass within four months, you obviously knew best! So happy I passed first time, and all thanks to you". "Thank you Mel!" Ps, "Mum and Paul are glad it hasn´t cost them a fortune". Beth Sandiford, Bolton.

Review by Amy Ma of Bolton.Mel is easily the best driving instructor around. He goes above and beyond to ensure that you...
06/04/2026

Review by Amy Ma of Bolton.

Mel is easily the best driving instructor around. He goes above and beyond to ensure that you will pass your test and be a confident, safe driver.

Ive spent many weekends with Mel, laughing and even sometimes crying - but he has always been supportive, patient, kind and extremely passionate about teaching good driving.

Truly cannot thank you enough! I passed this morning first time with Mel, and truly wouldn't have done it without him or the extra work and effort he put in to get me to this point.

I never cared to learn to drive or particularly wanted to until I got into Mels car. He taught me how to drive safely but also taught me so much more and I am so grateful.

If you're looking for an instructor that truly cares about you, your driving and your time, i highly recommend Mel.

Thankyou again!

A review from Jenny Lukey of Bolton.I could not recommend Mel enough to anyone wanting to learn to drive! He will give y...
01/04/2026

A review from
Jenny Lukey of Bolton.

I could not recommend Mel enough to anyone wanting to learn to drive! He will give you the right tools to pass your test and give you confidence

He is patient and kind, and will make you feel so comfortable and his knowledge is incredible! And he will forever make you laugh

I have just passed this morning, with two minors! Thank you again Mel and I look forward to the next adventure, bring on the motorway!

Thank you again.

01/02/2026

A Message For Parents.

Changes Being Discussed to Learning to Drive – A Simple Guide for Parents

If your child is getting close to their 17th birthday and planning to learn to drive, you may start hearing about possible changes to the driving test system.

👉 At the moment, these are proposals only. Nothing has been officially confirmed yet, but they are being strongly considered by the Government and DVSA.

What Changes Are Being Discussed?

1. A Longer Learning Period

Learners may have to wait around 6–9 months after passing their theory test before they can take their practical test.

The aim is to make sure learners gain experience driving in different situations, rather than rushing through lessons.



2. A Minimum Number of Driving Hours

There may be a requirement for learners to complete:

✅ A set number of supervised driving hours
✅ A structured learning programme
✅ A digital logbook to record their progress

The exact number of hours has not been confirmed yet.

3. Practising with Parents Will Still Be Allowed

Parents and family members will still be encouraged to help learners practise driving.

However, proposals suggest:

• Practice hours may need to be recorded
• Certain parts of training may need to be taught and signed off by a qualified driving instructor
• Driving instructors would guide learners through an official learning plan



❓ Why Are These Changes Being Considered?

New drivers are statistically more likely to be involved in accidents during their first year of driving.

Research shows that learners who:

✔ Spend longer learning
✔ Get more supervised driving experience
✔ Follow structured training

…are generally safer drivers once they pass.

Will Learning to Drive Cost More?

It may mean learners take lessons over a longer period.

However, it could also:

• Reduce failed tests
• Reduce the cost of repeat tests
• Help learners become safer and more confident drivers



⚠️ Important To Remember

These changes are still being discussed and are not confirmed yet.
No start date has been announced.



What This Means for Parents

Parents will still play a huge role in helping their child practise and gain confidence behind the wheel.

Professional driving instructors would likely become responsible for making sure learners follow the correct training plan and are ready for their test.

If your child is planning to start learning soon, it is simply worth staying informed as the system may change in the future.

Congratulations to Esther Stanton of Bolton who passed her practical driving test on 11th September 2025 with just 5 min...
11/09/2025

Congratulations to Esther Stanton of Bolton who passed her practical driving test on 11th September 2025 with just 5 minor faults.
Esther was particularly happy, because it was her first attempt at the driving test, and she had passed on her birthday!
Well done Esther on a brilliant result, it's been a pleasure teaching you.
All the very best for the future, and........
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!
🎂🎈🎉🥳🎊😃👍
From your driving instructor Mel Travers at Keys To Freedom Driving School Bolton.

Congratulations to Juliette Wilson who passed her practical driving test on 31st July, with just two minor faults, and v...
31/07/2025

Congratulations to Juliette Wilson who passed her practical driving test on 31st July, with just two minor faults, and very nice comments from the examiner.
Juliette is off to university soon, so she isn't going to buy a car immediately.
She may however have use of her mum's car..... if she can persuade her mum to put her on the insurance.
Well done Juliette on a great result, it has been a pleasure teaching you.
Best wishes for the future, and I hope you enjoy your time at university.
From your driving instructor Mel Travers at Keys To Freedom Driving School Bolton.

Congratulations to Betty Bailey of Bolton who passed her practical driving test on 25th July 2025.The examiner commented...
25/07/2025

Congratulations to Betty Bailey of Bolton who passed her practical driving test on 25th July 2025.
The examiner commented that Betty's driving was "ridiculously good"
Well done Betty on a brilliant result!
It's been a pleasure teaching you, and I hope you will enjoy your new found freedom.
All the very best for the future, from your driving instructor Mel Travers at Keys To Freedom Driving School Bolton.

Congratulations to Andrea Barta who passed her practical driving test at the first attempt, on 19th June 2025.Andrea was...
19/06/2025

Congratulations to Andrea Barta who passed her practical driving test at the first attempt, on 19th June 2025.
Andrea was so nervous about the test, so I explained that the examiner is just looking for a normal, safe drive. Nothing exceptional, just drive the same as you have been doing on your driving lessons.
She seemed to calm down after our roadside chat, and was very happy to pass with very few minor faults.
Well done Andrea on a great result! It's been a pleasure teaching you.
All the very best for the future, from your driving instructor, Mel Travers at Keys To Freedom Driving School Bolton.

My granddaughter did me proud by producing a perfect driving test!!! 😁👍Congratulations to Madison Venning of Bolton, who...
10/06/2025

My granddaughter did me proud by producing a perfect driving test!!! 😁👍

Congratulations to Madison Venning of Bolton, who passed her practical driving test at the first attempt.
The examiner commented on a very competent drive and no driver faults whatsoever!
Well done Madi on a brilliant result, it's been a pleasure teaching you.
Lots of love from grandad ❤️
Keys To Freedom Driving School Bolton.

19/03/2025

Congratulations to Stan Harding of Bolton, who passed his practical driving test on 19th March 2025, at the first attempt with just 4 minor faults.
Stan has bought a Ford Focus which he is picking up at the weekend.
Enjoy your new found freedom, and all the very best for the future.
From your driving instructor Mel Travers at Keys To Freedom Driving School Bolton.

Address

6 Abingdon Road
Bolton
BL22RF.

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+447999312007

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