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“Sutton Coldfield Birmingham Excellent”

★★★★★

written by 456Flood on 03/06/2014

I can't quite believe it, still in shock haha. Passed today having attended their course last week and I've already got my licence, amazing. Didn't even expect to pass my theory first time let alone the driving one but the training guy in the classroom and the driving instructor I had were brilliant and nice guys too. A big thank you to all involved. Can't wait to get a car now! x

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“Fantastic Course!”

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written by on 03/06/2014

I am 32 so quite late to start to learn to drive - I had some concerns that a week wouldn't be sufficient to learn and pass, both the theory and practical test, but I was wrong. The 5Day team are extremely experienced and know how to teach but also push you along at a good pace. The theory lessons were well defined and presented, and I was able to pass the theory test on day 4. To think that I took the test after about ten hours of tuition can only be testament to the teacher at the centre. On the roads, I was equally impressed. Although daunting at first, my instructor found a perfect balance between pushing me along but also reassuring and refining my new found skills. I'd honestly say that I was comfortable driving by Wednesday afternoon, and probably could (should) have lined up a test on the Friday afternoon. As it was, I had a two week break between the teaching week and my test (without access to a car to practice) and passed my test first time. For those who don't believe it's possible in a week, I'd recommend that you try 5Day - you'll be impressed!

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“customer service”

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written by KendrickWise on 24/05/2014

I found the customer service at the franchise H.Q rude and totally unresponsive to genuine problems.Customers beware and understand their terms and conditions before entering into a contract with this franchise!

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“First Time Pass ”

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written by on 23/05/2014

I took the 5day course to get my driving licence sooner than having to wait weeks to get my theory and practice test done. I really liked the 5day course and passed both my theory and practice first time :-) would highly recommend the 5day course

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“First Time Pass”

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written by AlexAstbury on 15/05/2014

I bought into the 5day program because I wanted to get my license quick with no messing about waiting ages to book my theory or practical tests. It took me 9 working days to go from not even having a theory certificate to gaining my full license. The theory training in the afternoon covers all aspects and the time you spend actually in the car covering the test routes is a massive help. The only 1 thing I would change is you have to pay 50p for a coffee hahaha but apart from that if you want to get your license quick with no messing around this is the course for you. One thing I recommend to people considering doing this course is do a couple of hours practice in your parents/friends car to get the hang of moving off in the car, the rest of the skills you will learn out with your instructor.

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“Amazing team!”

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written by Barrykm172 on 14/05/2014

Dear 5Day team, Many thanks for both of you help me passed my test!! M was very helpful with answered all questions about theory part and help me build more confidence! S was brilliant will all tips how to drive thought South London and off course passed my practice part... I am very delighted with the services they gave me and will recommend to everyone! Cheers, Fernando Freitas

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“finally passed”

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written by Christopherk77 on 10/05/2014

Just passed my test and done it with 5day and totally worth the money very nice people and the instructor who I had was a really nice bloke. Passed both theory and practical within 2 weeks thanks alot 5day.

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“amazing driving experience!”

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written by DaxGreer on 30/04/2014

Extremely happy with the course and staff. Great for quick learners and very intense. Would recommend to anyone definitely worth the money!

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“Amazing ”

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written by Reece471 on 24/04/2014

Definitely worth the money, amazing course would recomend it to everyone.

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“Amazing”

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written by Craigstone on 11/04/2014

Never driven a car before and to pass both my theory and practical first time in the space of 12 days is amazing. Want to thank the amazing instructor he is a really nice guy.  He really helped me out and stopped me getting nervous. Also I want to thank the person for the theory training, he really helped me a lot. Recommend 5day to everyone

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“Great”

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written by Jorgensenyb159 on 09/04/2014

the course was great and i passed theory first time and my driving test second time but there where so helpfull.

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“Great course”

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written by Araceli188 on 09/04/2014

Everything about the course is very good! Loved it my Instuctor was great!

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“AMAZING!!”

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written by daniellehall on 09/04/2014

I had a really good time on the 5 day course. I would reccomend it to anyone who is wanting to do their driving. The manager was very helpful and providing, answering any questions or queries I had. The theory was very good and the practical driving was very enjoyable. Thank you to 5 day I passed my driving test the 1st time !!

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“5 day were exactly what I was looking for”

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written by geMyrick109 on 26/03/2014

Big 5 stars to 5 day I hadn't been behind the wheel in 3 years and passed first time, the theory revision classes are good and make theory easier. The only people I wouldn't recommend a intensive to is someone who is a complete novice

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“Commando Keith to the rescue!”

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written by LASTPARTYLIAM on 26/03/2014

Very good course, well structured and perfect for people who have busy lifestyles and dont want to span their leaning out over a long period. Wouldnt have passed the theory test without revising / learning it in their 'class' at 5day HQ, so that was spot on. Unfortunately didnt pass the practical first time and required a few correction lessons which he was really good at - if you've got the cash and haven't got time, give it a go

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“Such a great week!”

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written by EsmeraldaCardenas on 26/03/2014

I started the 5day feeling really nervous, even though I'd had a little experience driving around farm land. My driving instructor, was really great, he listened to me and knew how I was feeling and balanced them well with how far I wanted to be pushed each day. After the first day, being on the road was not daunting at all. The course took a really smooth transition each day, teaching new skills and of course practicing previous learnt skills. By the 3rd day, with the help from my instructor, I was utterly comfortable behind the wheel and it was all natural, taking a trip out to Freethorpe on country roads. I found the theory training incredibly helpful. I wanted to do a course where the theory was included as I know I wouldn't have had the time or patience to do the work at home by myself. The theory instructor was really good. Theory isn't the most entertaining or capturing thing to teach but he managed to keep our interest. I passed the theory first time so he obviously covered all aspects needed! The only thing I didn't like about the course, which isn't really their fault, is that they can't guarantee you to get the practical test in the same week. Mine was the following Friday, which was a little daunting as I'd had a whole week not driving. However, I passed that first time too, so it all worked out well :)

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“Great course!”

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written by Ogdengv122 on 22/03/2014

A great course. It is most certainly the quickest way to get your licence. The instructors are brilliant and teach in accordance to your individual needs. The course is broken down into manageable sections and covers both practical and theory effectively.

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“Great way to prepare”

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written by Siennas145 on 21/03/2014

I had my first test 7 years ago and wanted to have another crack at it but didn't feel comfortable jumping straight in. I also wanted to get it sorted quickly so I looked around at the intensive courses in my area and decided to go to 5DAY Sale, just south of Manchester. I had a great week and got on well with my instructor, who was calm and encouraging and I finished the week with a good feeling of confidence behind the wheel. Another person took care of the theory part which I had revised extensively beforehand in order to make double sure I didn't fail my theory test. It was great to have classroom tuition on this as it helped greatly and didn't sacrifice driving time. Although I didn't get the choccy biccy promised for guessing his obscure road sign ;) The theory tests were booked for Friday morning at 8am and were conveniently close to where I live. I then was able to book my test that afternoon as Steve believed I was ready. I found out my test date later that evening and it turned out to be the Thursday of the week after the lessons. Overall I would highly recommend it to people who have perhaps had some previous driving experience, it can be a lot to take in and I definitely felt ahead of the curve a little bit which was where I wanted to be. The days are long and driving for 4 hours each day can be tiring, so expect to be pretty exhausted afterwards. All in all, I set out what I hoped to achieve and I'm now looking forward to getting a car and being able to drive wherever I like :)

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“Highly recommend to anyone wanting a quick way to drive”

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written by Shayna31 on 19/03/2014

I would definitely reccomend this course to anyone wanting a fast way to leRning how to drive and get a licence. Both the driving and theory practice were extremely helpful and definitely would not have been able to get my license so quick without this course. To anyone who is thinking it is a lot of money, yes it is but it is also WORTH IT. So glad I chose this course the one on one lessons everyday are amazing and the theory practice makes the biggest difference!

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“I signed up anf got a horrible instructor then was...”

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written by Truths on 16/03/2014

I signed up anf got a horrible instructor then was told that I get 20 lessons of driving and if I want more lessons I should have a private instructor. Find out all the details before signing up. I seriously feel as though I threw my money away!

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Asked by DInaxsa on 5th December 2017 Report this content
If I fail do they give you free lessons?

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Report this content Yesoz Written on: 06/12/2017
I think it depends on the course you book, the one I took was the £900 full week with practical and theory and if I failed I would have received free correctional lessons. I would recommend them to anyone though, the service I received was superb, and I passed first time. Good luck !
Report this content Kellygould123 Written on: 07/12/2017
Yes but as soon as you book your next test they won’t give you lessons anymore and that’s when you need the lessons the most leading upto the test
Asked by Nialls on 30th May 2017 Report this content
I'm a 17 year old fast learner and I'm very eager to learn more and pass my test. I have had a couple of driving lessons with a local instructor and I've insured my car provisionally. I've had a few hours experience and feel quite confident on the local roads and main roads. I took my theory test and failed hazard perception (I passed the questions). I would like to fast track the whole process and get my license in the next month. What attracts me about 5 day is that there doesn't seem to be any messing about (booking tests and lessons, then waiting for them) it looks as though you blast out the whole process in 5days...... although I have seen some bad reviews. I'm in two minds wether to book the course or not and would really appreciate an opinion on my situation and if the course would suit my needs. I have thought about going with another company and doing block lessons however I would have to book my theory test separately, and wait a month to do it. I would then have to book my practical and wait a couple of months for that. Please let me know what you think!! Many thanks

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Report this content Kellygould123 Written on: 31/05/2017
Hi, my son passed his theory in the 5 days as they go driving in the morning then work on the theory in the afternoon doing lots of practice for this. If they feel you are ready for driving test after 5 days you will be booked in the following week which is great if you pass but costs just under £1000. If you don't pass is where the problems start as they will give you further lessons free until you book another test date then you are on your own so will need to find another instructor to give you lessons up until that next test date, which then is even more expense. Can you check for cancellations for theory test like you can do for test date? My son has now passed we got a cancellation date 10 days after 2nd test, but if we did it again I wouldn't go with 5 day as i feel it is a lot of money esp if you don't pass first time. My son wanted to pass quickly as he needed a car for work but it still took a few months in the end not 5 days! My other friends have found it cheaper booking 2 hour lessons with instructors for a few weeks then putting in for test checking every day for cancellations and passed around the same time as the other man mentioned. Hope this helps and good luck
Report this content Sdurgan35 Written on: 01/06/2017
Please what ever you do save your money an don't go with 5day, go with someone with good reviews 'castle' are a driving school based in Colchester my family have been taught by them and they really are fantastic, they also do crash courses which I done and passed, but if that's not an option for you then thoroughly research another good instructor that can also do crash courses, my advice is definatekybstay away from 5 say they are not worth the money, rude and unhelpful people
Asked by uropia1990 on 3rd June 2016 Report this content
If you are a total beginner what is the chances of passing first time? This is an expensive course, I don't want to waste my money. Also do they book your theory test and practical test with the local place? I don't want to have to go to another city to do my practical and theory test.

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Report this content Sdurgan35 Written on: 06/06/2016
I honestly wouldnt waste your money with 5 day...there are far better instructors out there...we have spent over a £1000 with them on additional lessons before my sons test...plus if you fail they purposely forget to tell u that the cost of another test is around £130... thats £62 for test. An £50 to hire there car an another £25 for them to fast track u a test date...my son is now learning with bensons who have been great an assured him they will get him through his test...please dont waste your money with 5 day they dont give a damn u fail or pass its just money to them
Report this content newts99 Written on: 07/06/2016
Our daughter turned 17 on the 4th January 2016 and passed her driving test with 5 day on the 4th February 2016. As parents we took her out on the road as much as possible before going to 5 day in the 2 weeks after her birthday. When she arrived at 5 day she had basic knowledge, was able to use relatively good clutch control and fairly good road sense. She had not practised any theory other than ourselves testing her as much as possible when out and about on the road. She attended the Bristol Centre, she was not familiar with these roads as we live 40 miles away. The 5 day centre booked her theory test which she passed first time and her practical test was also taken in Bristol. I have 3 daughters, with her being the eldest and I can honestly say I will without hesitation be booking my other 2 daughters into 5 day without hesitation when they turn 17. I have nothing but praise for her instructor and the intense classroom theory lessons. She is an excellent driver with very good road sense and I feel very confident driving with her. I think whether driving with 5 day or taking hourly lessons you need to be putting in some work/practice on the roads yourself wherever possible in between or leading up to taking the lessons. I hope this helps and good luck.
Asked by risa93 on 13th January 2016 Report this content
Do they pick up and drop you off or do you make your own way to the center and back?

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Report this content Nikkifer Written on: 19/01/2016
No you have to make your own way there everyday
Report this content Sdurgan35 Written on: 06/06/2016
U have to make ur own way to there test centre an also to the theory test centre we also had to drop our son into a different town for a driving lesson before his test which we paid for...an even then he didnt get his full 2 hours only had an hour an half..seriously dont waste your money with them
Asked by Tanya278 on 2nd July 2015 Report this content
I'd like to book with 5Day but as they're very expensive, I am not sure whether to book or not. If you fail they provide unlimited free lessons which sounds too good to be true. There are always some hidden facts and I am not sure what it is with this company. I would very grateful if you could give your opinion on this? Many thanks 

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Report this content Asday Written on: 03/03/2016
So long as your attendance is 100%, if you fail your theory, they'll get you through it with more theory lessons. I don't believe the same holds true for practical; I'd email their customer support and ask.
Asked by rajkiran87 on 23rd April 2015 Report this content
What is the likelihood of doing my practical test on the last day of the course?

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Report this content Asday Written on: 03/03/2016
Impossible; the last day of your course is theory test in the morning, followed by another 4 hours of driving with your instructor. After this, your course is complete, and they can book you in a practical very soon after the end. In my case, I said "yeah sure let's do it" on the Friday, and my practical test was on the following Wednesday. While I was there, people were discussing how long they'd been waiting, and it was on the order of 6 weeks.
Asked by mariendon1 on 25th October 2014 Report this content
Can you tell me which hotel you would recommend staying at while doing this course, as close to the driving school as possible?

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Report this content Mukky-Muks Written on: 27/10/2014
Here's a few: West Lodge Park Score from 176 reviews: Very good 8.3 £72 Average price per night The Hadley Hotel Score from 20 reviews: Very good 8.4 £75 Average price per night The Oaks Guest House Score from 88 reviews: Superb 9.3 £89 Average price per night The Royal Chace Hotel Score from 274 reviews: Very good 8 £75 Average price per night Hope this helps! :)
Asked by jainababojang on 6th July 2014 Report this content
Is there a guarantee to pass your practical exam the first time?

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Report this content stavrosflatley Written on: 08/07/2014
Hi there is no guarantee that you pass your practical first time, but what i will say is they give you 3 free correction lessons before applying for your next test, i fortunately did pass first time, good luck xx
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