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Excel Driving Academy is a family run premier driving school established in 2014. We are now serving the Melksham , Chippenham & surrounding areas with an extremely high first time pass rate.
We emphasise professional tuition, therefore giving our students the highest quality of training.
The training of our driving instructors is what makes our driving academy so successful and ensures we are very well qualified to teach you. Our founder, Paul Cole, attained Grade 6 Approved Driving Instructor status (only 6% of UK Instructors ever reach this standard (it’s classed as an accolade within the Industry ) Paul has also qualified as a Grade A Driving Instructor under the new criteria. We aim to make our students the safest possible drivers for their test and for the future. Our driving lessons are structured and tailored to each individual pupil’s requirements. We want to make your driving lessons enjoyable, fun and relaxed.
With structured training you will be amazed at just how soon you can get your licence.
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1st Time Pass ALERT
1st Time Pass ALERT Congratulations to Chloe on passing her practical driving test today, Friday 2nd October 2026 at her 1st Attempt at Chippenham Test Centre. Huge congratulations Chloe, all your dedication has paid off. Enjoy your driving and stay safe, Sarah....
1st Time Pass ALERT
1st Time Pass ALERT Congratulations to Ed on passing his practical driving test, Tuesday 15th September 2026 at his 1st Attempt with only 2 driving faults at Trwowbridge Driving Test Centre. Massive Well done Ed, you really deserved this 1st time pass. Enjoy your...
1st Time Pass ALERT
1st Time Pass ALERT Congratulations to Chris on passing his practical driving test on Tues 15th September 2026 at his 1st attempt with only 2 driving faults at Chippenham Driving Test Centre. A massive well done Chris, a great drive and a well earned pass. It's been a...
CONGRATS to Tamsin
CONGRATS to Tamsin who passed her driving test today, Thurs 5th Feb 2026 with only 3 minors at Trowbridge Test Centre. Well done Tamsin great achievement for you, be proud, and as always be safe on the road. Nick
IMPORTANT – DRIVING TEST CHANGES
IMPORTANT changes to driving test booking from 31 March 2026 – what you need to know Changes to driving test booking rules What's changing? From 31 March 2026 Instructors and their pupils will only be able to change a car driving test up to 2 times (reduced from 6)....
CONGRATS to Tanisha
CONGRATS to Tanisha on passing her driving test today, Thurs 29th Jan 2026 with ONLY 2 minors at Chippenham test centre. Well done great drive, enjoy driving the family car, and be safe. Nick Instructor - Nick Mount Visit us...