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About Me

Phil conducting a driving lesson in Eastbourne

Hi, I’m Phil — Your local manual driving instructor in Eastbourne & surrounding areas
Turning nervous beginners into confident drivers for life

Learning to drive is about far more than simply passing a test. It’s about gaining the confidence and independence to go where you want, when you want, without relying on lifts, buses or taxis. Whether you’re getting behind the wheel for the very first time or returning to driving after a break, I’ll help you build your skills, confidence and understanding at a pace that works for you.

As the owner and principal instructor at Ministry of Driving, I provide calm, patient and professional driving lessons across Eastbourne, Hailsham, Polegate, Pevensey and Stone Cross. My aim is to create a relaxed learning environment where you feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes and learning from them.

Passing your driving test matters, but it’s only part of the journey. My goal is to make sure you’re test-ready, yes — but more importantly, lifetime-road-ready: able to drive safely, confidently and independently in the real world, long after test day.

Have a question or feeling nervous about starting?

I’m always happy to help! Give me a call or drop me a message for an informal chat about your driving goals 07402 745130

Eastbourne Town Centre Driving Instructor

A personal approach
to learning with Phil

No two learners are the same, which is why I don’t believe in a “one-size-fits-all” approach to teaching.

When you sit in the driver’s seat next to me, we work as a team, at a pace that feels comfortable, supportive, and tailored entirely to you.

  • Nervous behind the wheel? I specialise in taking the stress out of driving. I pride myself on creating a calm, friendly atmosphere where you can build confidence without feeling rushed.

  • Keen to progress quickly? We’ll set clear goals for every lesson, keeping track of your progress step-by-step so you always know how close you are to test readiness.

I teach in a modern, dual-controlled manual car — an incredibly smooth, reliable, and beginner-friendly car that makes mastering everything from bay parking to dual carriageways straightforward and stress-free

Local Knowledge & Real-World Driving Skills

Learning to drive isn’t just about passing a test — it’s about becoming a safe, confident and capable driver for life. Good local knowledge helps too, especially when you’re learning to deal with the types of roads, junctions and situations you may face on test day.

Having spent years driving and teaching around Eastbourne and the surrounding Sussex area, I’ll help you build confidence on a wide range of local roads — from busy roundabouts and faster routes such as the A22, to town-centre junctions, residential roads and quieter areas where we can develop your skills at the right pace.

We’ll cover everything you need to become a safe, independent driver, including the manoeuvres and driving situations you may encounter during your test. The aim isn’t simply to get you through test day — it’s to make sure you’re test-ready, yes — but more importantly, lifetime-road-ready.

Email: info@ministryofdriving.co.uk

Telephone: 07402 745130