After failing my practical test a few times I changed my instructor. Donnie not only made me understand what I was doing whilst driving, but for me more importantly he instilled a confidence and calmness in me that got me through my test and I'm now loving driving- went to troon yippee.x Catriona Craig. Hillington.
Having put off learning to drive for years I finally decided to bite the bullet. Donnie quickly put me at ease, helped me to understand not just the what but why as well. Lessons were relaxed and fun and I would more than happily recommend Donnie to anyone, at any level. Passed 1st time and really enjoying my driving now. Cheers Donnie!! Mick Green.
'Learn in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere because although learning to drive can be daunting, it should also be enjoyable'This sentence probably describes my situation! I started getting lessons of Donnie after having problems with my previous instructor. He doesnt only teach you how to pass the test but teaches you how to drive in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where you are not scared to make mistakes!Good luck Donnie! Yasemin. Glasgow.
Donnie is a fantastic driving instructor who not only teaches driving skills needed to pass the test, but also skills needed to keep yourself safe on the road for the rest of your life. His lessons are always relaxed and enjoyable, and he teaches sensible, safe and common-sense driving which is easy to understand. He is also very supportive if you are struggling with a particular thing.
Sidart Sharma. Newton Mearns.
Marion Baltzer 14/01/11 passed at her 1st attempt @Shieldhall: I had been learning to drive for a while and wasn't that confident, failed my first test with another instructor. Swapped instructors and got Donnie. You made driving seem like a breeze! Passed first time with Donnie, no problem (bar my nerves!) Very supportive, patient and caring instructor. I would highly recommend to ANYONE wanting to learn to drive. I'm an oldie for learning to drive at 29 (!), so I don't know loads of people who still need to learn (cause I would recommend you) but seriously, to anyone looking on here, I would highly recommend! Cheers! Mate.
Janey Watt 08/10/10 passed 1st attempt @Paisley: I passed 1st time - both theory and practical - with help from Donnie. He is a fantastic instructor, and he gave me the confidence and skills to be a safe driver. Donnie put me at ease and talked me through each step. I looked forward to every lesson as Donnie created a fun and relaxed atmospher in the car which made learning so much easier.I would (and have) highly recommend Donnie to anyone considering driving lessons, in fact my sister is taking lessons from him now!!Thanks for all your help Donnie, i couldn't have done it without you!!
Kieran Monie: I passed my driving test on 11th May 2011. My instructor was Donnie Hampson I can't thank him enough for his patience and support. Donnie explained everything really well and put me at ease from my first lesson. I would recommend Donnie as a first class instructor.
Jamie.Henderson: after hearing about others that had passes with donnie and reading the reviews there was no reason for me not too go with him as my instructor and i don't think I could have chosen anyone better, hes a real great guy and has a good way of teaching learners and making you feel calm and assured throughout your lesson, having passed my practical and theory first time I would definitely recommend Donny for anyone looking too take driving lessons.
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Went to Donnie Hampson at OBT after being with another instructor for a few months, and failing my test. He helped me to improve the standard of my driving and my confidence. A friendly reliable man who gave sound advice and helped me pass. Would definitely recommend him to anyone re-sitting their test or starting out with their lessons.
Adam Glasgow - 14 November 2011 |
Gaynor MacKay :If I can drive, anyone can! After being involved in a serious road collision, I had a pathological fear of driving and cars in general - until Donnie came along. He was so patient and understanding and really didn't push me out of my comfort zone until I felt ready to tackle new challenges on the road. Donnie was friendly, super-reliable and very relaxed, he is an amazing instructor. I would have no hesitation in recommending Donnie to anyone who's thinking about learning to drive. I just passed my test 2 days ago and I'm already amazed at the amount of freedom I have. I've gone from being petrified of driving to actually loving it - Donnie deserves a medal!
I learned to drive with Donnie Hampson, and he helped explain everything I'd need to know, making sure I felt confident on the roads and capable of driving to the best of my ability.
Chris Glen - 24 January 2012
FIRST TIME PASSES Test Centre Date
Andrew Smith Inchinnan Paisley 15/05/12
Natalie Edgar Paisley Paisley 25/04/12
Stephanie Johnson Linwood Paisley 12/12/11
Adam Glasgow Paisley Paisley 14/11/11
Nicole Waterland Renfrew Shieldhall 13/10/11
Deep Sarode Thornliebank S/hall 28/07/11
Jamie Henderson Paisley Paisley 25/07/11
James Embleton Cardonald S/Hall 15/06/11
Lynne MacKenzie Bridge of W Paisley 01/06/11
John Glass Paisley Paisley 16/02/11
Marion Baltzer Ibrox S/Hall 14/01/11
Gillian McEwan Nitshill Paisley 26/11/10
Janey Watt Paisley Paisley 08/10/10
Mick Green Johnstone Paisley 19/05/10
Martin Hester Paisley Paisley 17/05/10
Greg Mcdonald Crookston S/Hall 20/04/10
Adam McDonald Crookston S/Hall 08/04/10
Johnson Domeni Ibrox S/Hall 18/02/10
Jordon Bowskill Corkerhill S/Hall 09/11/09
Andrew MacKinnon Craigton S/Hall 09/11/09
Shazia Saeed Ibrox S/Hall 06/1109
Tani Ghafferadesi Shawlands S/Hall 03/09/09
Andrew Bicket Govanhill S/Hall 25/06/09
SECOND Time Passes
Katie Mcknight Newton Mearns Paisley 19/01/12
Melissa McLaren Bridge of Weir Paisley 16/11/11
Gaynor MacKay Bridge of Weir Paisley 15/11/11
Melanie McCarroll Beith Paisley 15/09/11
Danny Anderson Glasgow S/Hall 26/08/11
Puvy Roopra Newton Mearns S/Hall 22/07/11
Julianne Gow Erskine Paisley 16/03/11
Ross McAlister Houston Paisley 10/02/11
Ronnie Hay Paisley Paisley 24/01/11
Laura McGuire Govanhill S/Hall 21/01/11
Srinivasa Challipalli Newton Mearns Paisley 13/10/10
Greg Young Erskine Paisley 28/06/10
Marilese Roland Houston Paisley 12/07/10
Catriona Craig Hillington S/Hall 26/04/11
Laura A Osborne Paisley Paisley 09/03/10
Jamie Gordon Paisley Paisley 07/12/09
Nicole Sedgman Johnstone Paisley 30/11/09
Ivan Hall Paisley Paisley 25/11/09
Ruth McLeish Paisley Paisley 08/11/09
OTHERS
Gary Baillie Paisley Paisley 14/05/12
Rachel McLauchlin Paisley Paisley 06/02/12
Mike Gunn Newton Mearns Paisley 17/02/12
Chris Glen Paisley Paisley 23/01/12
Kieran Monie Nitshill Paisley 11/05/11
Sidarth Sharma Thornliebank S/Hall 06/07/10
Donalt Shtjenfni Govan S/Hall 26/02/10
Yasemin Kharaman Pollokshaws S/Hall 25/01/10
Jacqueline Watt Kilwinning Irvine 25/11/11
Bernadette Sinclair Bridge of Weir Paisley 28/07/10
Abu Yakubu Crossmyloof S/Hall 01/03/10
Julianne Gow 16/03/2011 Lynne McKenzie 01/06/2011
Puvy Roopra 22/07/2011
Jamie Henderson 25/07/2011
