My name is Stephen Feest and I am a local, fully qualified, DSA approved Driving Instructor, teaching pupils to drive mainly in the Uttoxeter and closely surrounding areas. I use a Ford Ecosport manual transmission car for the instruction which should be able to accommodate the smallest to the tallest of pupils for a comfortable mobile classroom. It is air conditioned and has safety cameras both forward and rear facing. I pride myself on being calm and communicative and endeavour to adapt my style to each individual pupil’s needs.  I am happy to teach even the  most nervous of pupils and watch them gain confidence as they progress through to qualified drivers, right through to those who maybe haven’t driven for a while or have lost their confidence and just wish to take a refresher. The test centre I prefer to use is Burton but will occasionally use Newcastle-under-Lyme.

I had lessons with Steve for around 6 months and I passed with no faults or minors. Absolutely loved every lesson I had, can talk to Steve about pretty much anything. He coached me to a very high standard through mock tests and testing scenarios which made me into the safe driver I am today. He points out things I’ve never even thought about whilst driving, keeps you relaxed and calm, makes lessons fun and always puts the pupil first – he even came home from holiday a day early so that I could go for my test! I can’t thank Steve enough for what he has done for me, I’m sure I would’ve hated my lessons if I had opted for another instructor. I can safely say Steve is the best in the business. Cheers. Sam C

“Steve is an exemplary driving instructor, who is both knowledgeable and helpful. His teaching methods allow for excellent student progression, as well as safe driving. He puts total commitment to his students and their learning process. As such, he is one of the best people I have ever had the pleasure of being taught by. I genuinely cannot fault my ‘learning to drive’ experience – it has been thoroughly enjoyable. I passed with only 3 minor marks, which is a testament to the high-quality teaching I received. I wholeheartedly recommend Pass-SJF to you.”  ‘Tom H’

These are the sorts of reviews I strive to achieve, so you can be sure I will always do my utmost to ensure that you feel confident in your own abilities to go it alone once you have passed your test.


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Congratulations to Joesph Mander who successfully passed his test on Wednesday 25th July 2018.  Well done Joseph, hope this is the start of many years of safe and happy motoring!

Congratulations Olivia Staniar on passing your driving test on 4th September 2018, even after the set back on your lesson, to be able to stay calm and collected and re-focus shows a true driver in the making.

Congratulations Tracy Preston on passing your driving test.  What a result, only 2 minors.  You put a lot of hard work into achieving that result, now you get to enjoy driving your Beetle!

I had driving lessons with SJF and got a pass with 2 minors .. Highly recommend him.. Very patient and reliable never let me down… Teaches you to drive to a high standard.. Car is lovely to drive as well.. Thank you Steve…

Congratulations Daniel Bradbury, well done on passing your driving test, at least now Zoe doesn't have to ferry you around. Good luck, safe driving.
Well done James a 1ST TIME PASS with only 24 hours of lessons but obviously a lot of commitment from yourself in following the advice of watching videos so we spent pretty much the whole 24 hours on the move! Fabulous result, a well impressed examiner and a very happy Driving Instructor for you. Safe driving for the future.
Well done Tom, only 3 minor marks, you've worked hard to achieve this result! Congratulations and safe driving for the future.

Steve is an exemplary driving instructor, who is both knowledgeable and helpful. His teaching methods allow for excellent student progression, as well as safe driving. He puts total commitment to his students and their learning process. As such, he is one of the best people I have ever had the pleasure of being taught by. I genuinely cannot fault my ‘learning to drive’ experience – it has been thoroughly enjoyable. I passed with only 3 minor marks, which is a testament to the high-quality teaching I received. I wholeheartedly recommend Pass-SJF to you.

1ST TIME PASS! Congratulation Luke, fabulous result and one very happy driving instructor here! Good luck for the future and safe driving.

Steve has been truly amazing. He got both our Sons through their test. Cannot recommend him highly enough. Thank you so much Steve. Bev Mander.

Well done Daniel, passed with only 1 minor mark, so proud of the hard work you put in to achieve this fabulous result! We need to get Stacey through on her first attempt now! So pleased for you. Congratulations and safe driving for the future.
1ST TIME PASS, well done Sophie, one very happy Driving Instructor here, so proud of all the hard work you have put in, safe driving for the future!

I passed with 9 minors! Steve is a great driving instructor and makes lessons very fun and enjoyable, when I doubted myself he made me believe that I could do! I would definitely recommend him to anyone! Wouldn’t of been able to do it without Steve! Thank you so much.

Well done Harry on passing your driving test. After a lot of hard work you finally achieved your end goal with only 2 minor marks, well done, try to remember everthing I've taught you. Drive safe, keep safe.
Passed with 2 minors on my third attempt! I can say for certain that it would have taken a lot longer if I wasn’t with who I can only say is more coach than teacher. Steve is fantastic and will work with you for hours on end to get done what needs to doing. Lessons are lighthearted and fun, making them a pleasure to take part in. Listen people, look no further than Pass-SJF! Thank you, Steve. Harry Evans.
Response : Hi Harry thanks for the glowing review all the hard work has been your doing. I aim to coach you to be a safe driver for life, if at any point in the future you need any advice you have my mobile number, please do not hesitate to ask any questions, I will respond to answer any queries. Keep safe and remember what you have learnt. Steve.
Absolutely fabulous result, well done Sam on passing your test with NO MINOR MARKS, you have one very happy instructor here! Safe driving and best wishes for the future.

I had lessons with Steve for around 6 months and I passed with no faults or minors. Absolutely loved every lesson I had, can talk to Steve about pretty much anything. He coached me to a very high standard through mock tests and testing scenarios which made me into the safe driver I am today. He points out things I’ve never even thought about whilst driving, keeps you relaxed and calm, makes lessons fun and always puts the pupil first – he even came home from holiday a day early so that I could go for my test! I can’t thank Steve enough for what he has done for me, I’m sure I would’ve hated my lessons if I had opted for another instructor. I can safely say Steve is the best in the business. Cheers.

Response: Thanks Sam for such a glowing review, it’s always really nice to know that a pupil has enjoyed the experience of learning to drive.  I can honestly say it was a pleasure!

1ST TIME PASS, well done Shakira on passing your test, life changing time for you, stay safe and its been a pleasure coaching you!
Steve is absolutely amazing. He got me test ready in a couple of months and it’s because of Steve I passed first time with seven minors! Steve is so friendly and understanding. He’s incredibly patient and made driving lessons really enjoyable, while also teaching me how to drive safely and to a really high standard. Thank you so much!
Response : Thank you for the excellent review Shakira but you’re the one that put the hard work in. Good luck for the future and remember if you ever need advise on any situations you might meet please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Well done Ryan on passing your driving test, I told you all the hard work and practice would be worth it. Life changing time, stay safe and drive like I taught you.

“Steve was a good driving instructor, he was always punctual and unlike some driving instructors steve is not a money making machine he genuinely wants you to pass. The 2 hour lessons are useful as it gives enough time to go over different manoeuvres and drive in the test areas.”

Well done Tammika on passing your driving test with only 3 minor marks, I told you all the hard work and commitment would be life changing. Congratulations, looking forward to our motorway lesson, you've been a pleasure to coach even through the difficult times. Drive safe and always remember I'm there to answer any questions you have. All the best, Steve

“I couldn’t have asked for a better driving instructor!  After not having the best start to learning to drive, Steve really helped me to get all the skills I needed under my belt as well as boosting my confidence.  He genuinely wants you to pass and will support you until you get there.  Steve had confidence and belief in me from start to finish and I can’t thank him enough! I definitely wouldn’t be where I am now without such a great coach.”

FIRST TIME PASS - Well done Natalie, I knew if you kept calm you could do it! Safe driving for the future and congratulations! Stay safe!
FIRST TIME PASS - Well done Isaac on passing your driving test today, 17th December 2020, with only 3 minor marks, obviously shows a lot of commitment from yourself in your private practice as well as your lessons, a fabulous result, a well impressed examiner and a very happy driving instructor. Probably the best Christmas present 'yule' get this year! Safe driving for the future.

Steve is a brilliant driving instructor, I always felt that it was easy to ask him any questions I had about driving, I have recommended him to many of my friends and family and I really appreciated how patient and committed he was when I was learning to drive, I cannot speak high enough of him as a driving instructor as he helped me to pass first time. He always arrived early and would not be bothered if the lesson had to go slightly over if it meant that I got a little bit more practice in. Steve teachers to a higher level than is needed to pass which made me confident for when I had to take my test.

Response : Thank you for the glowing review. My focus on coaching my clients is that they get as much information and practice they need. I will always try to make sure you leave your lesson with a new skill even if sometimes we have to overrun a little. You were a great person to coach always wanting info. Which allowed you the first time pass. Stay safe and just drive carefully. Hope to see you around the town.
Well done Ellie on passing your driving test today, 21st December 2020, with only 1 minor mark. Probably the best Christmas present you'll get this year and a fabulous end to the year for you in one that's been so challenging. You have one very pleased instructor! Safe driving for the future.
Steve is a brilliant driving instructor, very patient and relaxed. He’s a lovely guy and a great laugh! Lessons felt comfortable and I was able to progress at my own pace. Steve has made me a really confident driver and I would highly recommend him to anyone that is wanting to drive!
Your Response : Thank you for the glowing review but always remember it you the clients that put the hard work into it. Please stay safe and drive safely, and if you see me about give me a wave.
Well done Abbie on passing your driving test today, 22nd December 2020, you've worked hard in these very trying times and that hard work has certainly paid off. Please stay safe, drive carefully and all the best for Christmas and 2021. One very pleased instructor here!

Congratulations Jenna on passing your driving test, all that hard work has now paid off and you can look forward to the future.

FIRST TIME PASS - Well done Millie on passing your driving test, with only 2 minor marks, obviously shows a lot of commitment from yourself in your private practice as well as your lessons, a fabulous result, a well impressed examiner and a very happy driving instructor. Safe driving for the future.

Many congralutation Billy on passing your driving test. Safe driving for the future.

A brilliant instructor with loads of patience and tact. Very supportive and full of good advice. I passed first time with only 5 minor faults. Steve gave me the confidence to drive on busy roads and I’m really grateful for all the tips he shared that have proved so useful in driving solo!

Congratulations Robert on passing your driving test, a life changing skill is now yours. Safe driving and good luck for the future.
Steve is a great instructor, he got me back into driving after having a break for 2 years giving me more and more confidence each lesson I had with him. I was able to ask him any question about driving as well. I will definitely be recommending him to my family and friends who are coming up to driving age soon. Thanks again.
Fantastic early Christmas present for yourself! Well done Harry Oakes on passing your driving test with only 4 minor faults. Life changing result, safe driving for the future and I hope to see you around!
Well done Jorden on passing your driving test first time, I told you you could do it! Stay safe, drive safe and hope to see you around!
Congratulation Harry on a first time pass, well done for all the hard work you put in. Stay safe, drive safe and enjoy your driving.
Well done Nick on passing your driving test first time with only 20 hours instruction and a lot of hard work and practice with your parents. Please stay safe and enjoy your driving.
Well done Nathan on passing your driving test on the first attempt. Well done and hopefully see you around. Life changing event for you and congratulations on being one of the few who pass first time.
Well done Ross fabulous drive, first time pass and no negative comments from the examiner at all so a brilliant result! Stay safe and enjoy your driving!
Well done Taylor, absolutely fabulous result, first time pass and I'm really proud of what you've achieved! Safe driving for the future.
Congratulations Joel on your first time pass, really good result! Stay safe and enjoy your driving.
Well done Tom, first time pass, probably the best Christmas present you'll ever get. Hope to see you in that classic Vauxhall Viva. Good luck and drive safe!
Well done Chloe, absolutely fabulous result with a first time pass, really proud of what you've achieved and you were a pleasure to teach! Enjoy your driving and stay safe.
Well done Imogen, fantastic result and a testament to all your hard work. Enjoy your driving and stay safe.
Well done Charlie, fabulous first time pass and only 1 minor mark, one very pleased instructor! Enjoy your driving and stay safe.

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FIRST TIME PASS - So proud of you Sian, really well done to get a first time pass after 5.5 days intensive course and a pass with only 4 minor marks, congratulations on all the hard work you put in, it was a pleasure to coach you! You have one very happy instructor here! Safe driving!