About No L's Driving School

Are you in search of a driving school to master the art of driving? Look no further than No L's Driving School, the perfect place to ignite your passion for driving. We provide premium quality driving lessons that not only teach the fundamentals of driving but also instill a sense of confidence in our learners behind the wheel. At No L's Driving School, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional quality, excellent service, and affordable rates to all our students.

We have successfully guided hundreds of drivers to pass their driving tests on their first attempt and obtain their driving licenses. Our commitment at No L's Driving School is to ensure our students gain the essential knowledge and confidence needed to become safer and more skilled drivers within the community.

The lessons we offer are tailored to accommodate various preferences and budgets. We provide flexible scheduling options, making it easy and convenient for everyone to join us based on their individual needs. Our innovative teaching methods ensure that our students not only learn the intricacies of driving but also enjoy their on-road training experience.

Pete Bryce: No Ls Driving School Founder & Lead Instructor

With a career defined by a lifelong passion for the road, Pete Bryce has transformed No Ls Driving School Bristol into one of the city’s most respected driving schools. Pete’s journey to the top of the industry is as unconventional as it is inspiring.

Pete founded No Ls in 2008 with a simple goal: to build a prestigious school of instructors who share his core values of excellence, integrity and care. His calm, patient and reassuring teaching style helps learners feel at ease, while his structured methodology ensures they gain a deep understanding of driving, not just the ability to pass a test.

A Legacy of Excellence

Under Pete’s leadership, No Ls Driving School Bristol has consistently been recognised as a leader in driver education. While awards are a point of pride, Pete’s true satisfaction comes from seeing students grow into confident, safe drivers. He leads a team of elite instructors, including long-time colleagues Neil Trolley, Yvette Jones, Matthew Shearn, Dean Tsang and Dave Stone, ensuring every student receives top-tier coaching and guidance.

The Early Years

Pete began his professional life in the automotive industry as a paint matcher (a bold feat for someone who is colour blind!) before spending 23 years at the Commonwealth Smelting plant in Avonmouth. These experiences taught him patience, precision and problem-solving; skills that now form the backbone of his teaching approach.

The Pivot to Driving Instruction

Following the smelter's closure in 2002, Pete pursued his true calling. He honed his craft at Safeway Motoring School and was later head-hunted by New Driver, where he qualified as a Fleet Trainer. It was here that Pete realised a gap in the market: a driving school built on trust, kindness and high standards, where students truly understand the skills they are learning.

Inspiration & Growth

Pete draws inspiration from his brother, renowned Hollywood film producer Ian Bryce. Watching Ian follow and surpass his dreams after reading Walt Disney’s autobiography provided a blueprint for Pete’s own journey.

"It’s been an amazing journey. We are incredibly proud of our reviews, but we are even prouder of the community of safe, confident drivers we've put on the road." — Pete Bryce

See what our customers say here.

At No L's Driving School, we take great pride in our dedicated and experienced team. Our instructors are not only skilled professionals but also passionate about educating the next generation of safe, responsible drivers. Below, you'll discover more about who we are, our values, and the state-of-the-art vehicles we use for instruction, each chosen with safety and comfort in mind. We believe that a solid foundation in driving starts with a knowledgeable instructor and reliable equipment, and we're excited to share that with you.

Peter Bryce

Car: BMW 1 Series Manual

Preferred areas: St George, Kingswood, Easton , Eastville, Redfield, Horfield, Emerson’s Green, Downend & the list goes on but have wheels will travel to a degree.

Passed my test 1979
ADI since 2002
Fleet trainer DIA Taxi trainer / Examiner.
Founded No L’s 2008

We have two training cars, both are BMW 1 Series: one is an automatic and the other is a manual. The automatic model is a 118i Petrol, while the manual version is a 118d Diesel. Both vehicles are excellent choices and very easy to drive.

I cover both test centres Avonmouth and Kingswood.

Love the challenge of teaching people to drive from all backgrounds and ages. For me it’s not about getting someone through a test it’s more about teaching a life skill knowing that pupil will get home safely after every journey.

One of my proudest moments is getting three females students to pass first time on the same day but at different test centres. Test 1 Kingswood, Test 2 Brislington (now closed) Test 3 Southmead (also now closed)

In my spare time, not that I have much love watching Man United especially when they batter someone. Like most sports and trying my luck at Golf but I am not great. Love interacting with my children of which I have 4 and my grandchildren which again is currently 4.

"Pete was my third driving instructor, as I moved addresses during lessons with the previous two. I am therefore in a unique position to compare Pete's teaching with other instructors. I can honestly say that Pete was the most thorough, knowledgeable and patient of the lot. Not only is he a fantastic teacher, but he's also a lovely person.

Pete has seen it all, and knows exactly what to say and how to react to literally every circumstance you may come across on the road. He was able to spot the smallest of details within my driving that were leading me into bigger issues. Highlighting these to me and challenging me in a supportive and constructive way to iron these out of my driving. Not only this, but he had unique advice and approaches to driving that

made so much more sense to me than my previous instructors.

His teaching is distinctive. He encompassed teaching methods that ranged from iPad tools/diagrams, Youtube videos and descriptive writing to offer an enhanced learning journey - beyond the actual driving. Engaging with his teaching practises has led me to pass my practical test

today with only 1 minor!

I believe it was the fact he takes his time to explain in depth, and with a clarity that only comes from someone as professional as him - areas of improvement that I was able to pass the test with such distinction.

Please consider using Pete as your driving instructor. I can guarantee that you won't regret your choice, time with Pete is worth every penny."

— Sam

Peter Bryce

Car: BMW 1 Series One Auto

Preferred areas: St George, Kingswood, Easton , Eastville, Redfield, Horfield, Emerson’s Green, Downend & the list goes on but have wheels will travel to a degree.

Passed my test 1979
ADI since 2002
Fleet trainer DIA Taxi trainer / Examiner.
Founded No L’s 2008

I cover both test centres Avonmouth and Kingswood.

"Pete was recommended to me by my Brother, who also passed under Pete's tuition. I passed with Pete 1st time with zero faults. My driving journey has been a very long road for me as I have had multiple set backs for various reasons. I had three previous instructor's prior to Pete with the AA and RED driving schools. I wasn't particularly impressed with my previous instructors as they weren't a great fit for me. I have a disability the impacts my processing speed, reaction times and ability to multi-task. I shared this with Pete and he took this onboard through out my entire journey with him, in fact I started out with a manual car and half way through a lesson Pete swapped me to Automatic. A wise decision and one I will always be grateful for. Pete is an outstanding instructor and knows what he is doing. He is patient, calm and very good at analyzing mistakes and why they occurred and therefore tailoring each lesson individually. Pete even went the extra mile with me and took me to find my first car, sitting in the shop with me as I went through the paperwork and even assisting with the test drive. Highly recommended, top man!"

— Steve

Dean Tsang

Car: Mercedes A200 AMG Manual

Areas covered: Bishopston, Clifton, Cotham, Filton, Henleaze, Horfield, Patchway, Redland, Stoke Bishop & Westbury on Trym.

I have been a fully qualified driving instructor for 21 years. Currently a B grade instructor. I offer a calm and patient approach to developing safe drivers for life.

Please refer to my numerous reviews on our website or on Google.

All lessons are tailored to the individual needs, encouraging learning at the right pace.

Test centre: mainly Avonmouth, occasionlly Kingswood.

"Dean was a great instructor, passed first time and went out of his way to make sure I was familiar was the test area in Chippenham. Also driving a Mercedes was a notch above everything else out there."

Matthew Shearn

Car: Suzuki Swift Sport Petrol Hybrid Manual

Areas covered: St George, Kingswood, St Paul's, St Philips, plus any other nearby areas when possible.

ADI since January 2000

Passed own driving test 1992

Both Bristol test centres covered

Avonmouth and Kingswood

I have been a fully qualified driving Instructor (green badge)

For over 20 years.

I enjoy providing my students with patient, calm and encouraging lessons to help them become the best driver they can be.

Safety is at the core of my teaching, both safety at the present time and for the future of safe confident driving.

The best drivers never stop learning

(Including myself)

Pupils who learn from me can expect feedback on specific skills and knowledge that they need to improve, and also feedback on skills and knowledge that they are already achieving to a good standard.

Interests outside of work include:

Partner dancing - west coast swing, Argentine tango, and watching excellent films ( When I get the time). Always happy to chat about these interests (outside of lesson times) or talk about driving.

Whom ever you decide to trust with your driving lesson needs, I wish you all the best for a future of safe driving for life.

"A big shout out and thank you to Matthew for being such a great teacher. Patience and a keen eye for the little things in my driving that I would never have thought about as well as always putting safety first lead me to become a driver that passed my test on my first try. Very thankful for his guidance and his informative but simple breakdowns and explanations of things about the road that I found confusing. Can't recommend him enough."

— Max Turner

Yvette Jones

Car: Audi A3 TFSI Manual

Areas covered: Bitton, Cadbury heath, Dowend, Hanham, Kingswood, Longwell Green, Mangotsfield, Staplehill and Warmley.

ADI from September 1989 upto present , Grade A. Driving Instructor with 37yrs experience.

I provide lessons at a steady pace suited to each Student , aim to teach safe confident drivers.

"I learned how to drive with Eve she rescued me from a previous driving instructor who I felt I was making little progress with. She took me right back to basics and made sure I was comfortable with her car and teaching style and we booked in a block of lessons. Eve was extremely accommodating whenever I needed change and move lessons. She was always firm and to the point but for me this was best suited to my learning style. I passed my test with her in just 3 and a half months!"

— Ashleigh Pottinger

Neil Trolley

Cars: Vauxhall Mokka Manual

Areas covered: Bishopston, Clifton, Cotham, Filton, Henleaze, Horfield, Lawrence Weston, Patchway, Redland, Shirehampton, Stoke Bishop & Westbury on Trym.

Test centres: Avonmouth, Kingswood & Newport.

I've been a A.D.I. since 1998 and I teach people in a calm relaxed manner..in a friendly enjoyable environment..pushing there capabilities to help them become the best they can be .. and the safest ..and confident people ...I like to chat and have a bit of banter as we go ..and the odd laugh 😃

"Neil was my Instructor and he was fantastic. Full of professionalism and encouragement, loved all my lessons and managed to pass first time, defo would recommend him"

– George Fowler

Cherelle Handford

Car: Mini Cooper Countryman D Manual

Areas covered: Ashton, Bedminster, Southville, Portishead, Ham Green, Pill, Long Ashton, Portbury & Abbots Leigh.

Instructor Experience: PDI from June 2025 up to present

Years of Driving experience in UK: since 2009

Test Centre: Siston and Avonmouth

I have had experience teaching since 2011 where I started university to become a teacher. I have recently decided to take a step out of the classroom and give myself more freedom, however it was important for me to continue teaching in some way as it is a passion of mine.

I am an approachable person who is able to build a rapport with the learners quickly, giving them confidence to take on new challenges knowing they are fully supported. I provide an environment where they are able to learn how to become safe, responsible and confident drivers at their own pace.

Elezar 'Ely' Tapia

Car: BMW 1 Series Auto

Areas covered: Kingswood, St Philips, St Annes, Brislington, Keynsham & Redland.

PDI from December 2025 up to present

Years of Driving experience in UK since 2011.

Test Centre: Siston and Avonmouth

I am a trainee driving instructor dedicated to helping learners build confidence and develop safe driving skills. I provide patient, supportive lessons tailored to each student’s needs, creating a calm environment where they can learn at their own pace and become responsible, confident drivers.

"Ely (Eleazar) is an exceptional driving instructor who helped me pass my driving test at Avonmouth Test Centre on my first attempt. He’s incredibly patient and supportive throughout our lessons, always encouraging me to take on new challenges like exploring unfamiliar driving test routes. He’s done so remarkably well. Ely is also excellent at giving clear and respectful instructions and feedback, even providing a formal report. I was surprised to receive one, which clearly demonstrates his dedication to his job and students. Furthermore, he’s very flexible with his driving schedule, accommodating my working shifts.”

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