Mirrors Driving School

About Us

Karen Smith

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I established Mirrors Driving School in 2009. I worked very hard to make it the success it is today. I love what I do & hope you will love learning to drive. We have so much fun. I am a Grade A DVSA ADI (Car). I have been a member of the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) since 1992. I am looking forward to meeting you and teaching you to drive.

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Dan Smith

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I've worked alongside my mum since I qualified to be be a driving instructor in 2018. It's something that means a great deal to me. It's more than just a job—it's a shared passion that has brought us closer together. We both take pride in teaching people to drive, building their confidence on the road, guiding them through challenges, and celebrating their progress as they become safe and independent drivers. Learning from her experience, while developing my own approach has been incredibly rewarding. It's a role that combines responsibility, patience, and trust, and I'm proud to carry it forward with her.

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Unique Mother and Son Team

Mirrors Driving School was established by Karen on 15 June 2009. Since then, the driving school has gone from strength to strength. And more recently, working in partnership with her son Dan, who is also a fully qualified DVSA Approved Driving Instructor.

Committed to giving an excellent service to all our pupils, every aspect of learning, is tailored to you; working on your strengths and building on what you already know; we will ensure that the foundations of good, safe driving are laid down for you.

We truly are unique - the only mother and son training team in the area! Feel part of something very special! We love what we do! Your success is ours!

Your time with us will fully prepare you, not just for your theory and practical tests, but, for life on the road.

Our History in Pictures

(2008)

Little Star - Silver Ford Fiesta

(2010)

Karen with 'Arrow' (2010)

(2014)

"Angus" (2014)

(2018)

"Angus" and "Oscar" (2018)

(2019)

`Oscar` and `Merlin` (2019)

(2021)

"Merlin" and "Rosie OG" (2021)

(2025)

"Phoenix" and "Rosie 2.0" (2025)

Keeping it in the Family

Their enthusiasm for driving is infectious

Keeping it in the Family - Dan and Karen Smith Keeping it in the family (2018)

Winning Team - Best of Bishop Auckland Business Awards (2019)

"Winning Team" Photo - Best of Bishop Auckland Business Awards (2019)

Mirrors Driving School Class of Collages

Class of 2014

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Arrow Arrow at Auckland Castle Karen and 'Angus' Goodbye Angus Karen & Angus 1.6 TDi (2014-2019) Pupils meet their new training car, Arrow

Contact Karen

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07752 319150

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Contact Dan

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07398 766456

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