The calm one in the passenger seat.
One-to-one driving lessons around Wigan with Alex Cross, Approved Driving Instructor since 2011. Nervous, starting out, or starting again after a bad experience, he'll get you there without the stress.
4.8 on Google from 185 reviews
Learning to drive shouldn't feel like a test every week.
Plenty of learners get to Alex after it's gone wrong somewhere else. An instructor who cancelled, one who made them feel daft, or a fail that knocked the stuffing out of them.
Alex teaches the other way. Calm and patient, one pupil at a time, at a pace that suits you. Mistakes get talked through and fixed, and you leave every lesson knowing what's next.
He's been teaching since 2011, and in his own words, his pupils' recommendations bring him his next ones.
“What an amazing instructor. A first time pass for my child. So Alex stepped in and helped out massively after driving lessons were going wrong with another instructor. Alex turned up week in week out. Never did he cancel. He got on really well with my son. He built his confidence back up and broke all the bad habits. We were pushed for time as the test was approaching and they both have gone and smashed it. Couldn't recommend him enough and worth every penny spent.”
Passed.
A few of Alex's pupils on test day, in front of the car they learned in. Photos from his own camera.
What Alex teaches
Every lesson is one-to-one in a dual-controlled car. Not sure what you need? Text Alex and ask.
See all lessons- Learner lessonsFrom your very first time behind the wheel to test day.
- Nervous drivers, and second chancesFailed before, had a bad instructor, or lost your nerve.
- Refresher lessonsFull licence, but it's been a while.
- Motorway lessonsNewly passed, or never been on one.
- Theory and hazard perception helpAlongside your driving lessons.
- Pass PlusFor newly qualified drivers.
Booking takes one message.
Call or text Alex
Tell him your name, roughly where you live, and whether you've driven before. Parents booking for a son or daughter are welcome to get in touch.
Pick a first lesson
He'll find a time that works around school, college, work or shifts.
Learn at your pace
Steady lessons until you're ready, then test day. And, with any luck, a photo for the wall.
In their words
Copied word for word from his reviews.
“I started my driving journey in 2017 and failed a couple of times and then covid hit. After this I took a very long break and felt very deflated but this year 2024 I decided to start up again and change my instructor, that's when I found Alex Cross. Best decision I ever made I passed on the 18/12 and I couldn't of done it without his help made me feel at ease and if I made a mistake he made sure we calmly corrected them. I would 100% recommend him to anyone who is confident or like me very nervous and deflated from previous issues.”
“I came to Alex with experience in driving but not much confidence! After just a few lessons Alex made me feel at ease he's such a positive, calm and patient instructor it was just what I needed to progress in my driving! He will help with any worry's you have! I already had my test booked before starting with Alex so didn't have very much time but I ended up passing first time with only 2 minors! Very accommodating with my night shifts also!”
“My son George was made to feel relaxed and comfortable with Alex for his driving lessons. He was soon ready for his test and he passed on his 1st attempt. Would highly recommend :)”
“If your looking for a driving instructor this is your man great teacher fantastic past record and I'm sure his future record will be the same Quality teacher Quality bloke Get booking with this guy”
“He is a excellent teacher, he is calm and patient and teach you what exactly you need , i passed my practical test at first time , thank you so muck Alex for everything”
“Very pleasant and relaxed instructor would recommend passed my test very pleased”
Lessons around Wigan and beyond
Wigan, Chorley, Atherton, Leigh, St Helens, Warrington, Widnes, Runcorn, Liverpool and Manchester. Somewhere else nearby? Ask Alex.
Ready to start? Send Alex a text.
Plenty of learners would rather text than ring. If Alex is out teaching and can't pick up, a text is the easiest way to reach him.