Driving Lessons in Essex

Automatic lessons from D&S Driver Training in Colchester, with a minimum booking of 10 hours.

Professional and thorough instructor taking you through the course and conducting mock tests after finishing the syllabus and before your test. Pupils must be test ready before they present for test.

Specialist in helping nervous and anxious learners pass their test, with 32 years' experience as a trainer. £55/hour or £495 for a 10-hour block. Daljit works with learners who have ADHD, ADD, PTSD, Asperger's, panic attacks, and test anxiety, designing lessons to build confidence and overcome driving fears; reviews consistently highlight his patience, adaptability, and ability to turn failed attempts into first-time passes.

£40/hour for manual lessons or £42/hour for automatic, with 10-hour blocks from £390. The standout offer is the Guaranteed Pass Scheme: pay a £500 deposit plus £2,850 balance, and they cover unlimited lessons and test fees until you pass (up to 80 hours or 12 months), plus free theory test app and mock exams. Intensive courses also available at £900 for 20 hours or £1,800 for 40 hours, plus £50 cash back when you pass first time.

96% first-time pass rate with a 5.0-star rating across 14 reviews, backed by instructors praised for patience and thoroughness. Flexible intensive courses start from £37/hour for 1-hour lessons up to £130 for 4-hour weekend sessions, plus use of an insured automatic test car available for your driving test.

Steve's friendly, confidence-focused approach has earned him five-star reviews, including a first-time pass with just 2 minors on automatic lessons. Lessons start from £35 per hour, making this an affordable option for learners across the area.

Small, word-of-mouth school focused on safe, eco-friendly driving for life rather than just test passing. Manual lessons from £25/hour or £220 for a 10-hour initial block; automatic from £27/hour or £240 for a 10-hour initial block, with intensive courses available to pass in as little as 3 days.

Mother and daughter-led school headed by June, an A-graded instructor with extensive ADI experience and instructor training credentials. Lessons start from £39/hour for manual or £42.50/hour for automatic, with block booking discounts available the more hours you book in advance. Testimonials highlight first-time pass rates and particular strength with nervous learners seeking confidence and support.

Family-run school operating since 1998 with an above-average pass rate and competitive pricing. £37/hour for standard lessons, or £330 for a 10-hour block booking (first block only £210 for 6 hours). Intensive courses range from 20 to 50 hours, all including test fees, plus Pass Plus and motorway training available.

Independent school with both male and female instructors using new Ford Fiestas and client-centred teaching methods. Standard lessons from £38/hour (manual) or £40/hour (automatic), with 10-hour blocks at £370 (manual) or £390 (automatic), plus 20 and 40-hour deals available. Pass Plus, motorway tuition, and refresher lessons also on offer.

Independent instructor specializing in nervous learners, offering a calm, one-to-one approach where lessons are kept enjoyable rather than stressful. Daytime lessons at £36/hour, evenings £38/hour, and Saturdays £42/hour, with two-hour lessons available and mock tests to build confidence before your test. You'll take your practical test in the same car you trained in.

£38/hour or £370 for a 10-hour block, with intensive courses ranging from 20 to 50 hours (£800–£2,000). All intensive courses include full mock tests on actual local driving test routes and begin with a professional assessment to create a tailored training plan.

£35 per hour for 2-hour lessons, or save with block bookings from £340 for 10 hours up to £1,360 for 40 hours. This school covers motorway tuition, Pass Plus courses, and refresher lessons alongside standard learner instruction, making it a flexible option whether you're starting from scratch or building on existing skills.

Former AA Driving School instructor with a high first-time pass rate and 100% five-star reviews. Flexible lesson lengths from 1 hour to 2 hours at £38-£76 on weekdays, with Pass Plus and refresher training available. Pick-up and drop-off included at any local location, plus mock tests to prepare you for test day.

Grade A instructor and Vice Chairman of the Institute of Advanced Motorists with 20+ years' experience since 2001. Beyond test preparation, you'll learn advanced driving techniques to stay safe on the road, with an above-average pass rate backing the approach. £35/hour with intensive courses available in 2, 10, 20 and 40-hour blocks.

Family-run school established over 20 years, now run by Darren Weavers with a focus on friendly, patient tuition in modern air-conditioned Volkswagens. Intensive courses start at £650 for 30 hours, or £24/hour with a 10-hour block at £220. Standout offerings include one-hour assessment lessons, theory test help with transport provided, motorway tuition, and mock tests.

An 80% pass rate instructor offering £37.50/hour lessons or 10-hour blocks at £370 and 20-hour packages at £730. Khaled's students consistently praise his patience and knowledge of test routes; one learner passed first time with just 10 lessons after struggling elsewhere. Both Ford Focus manual and Toyota Corolla Hybrid automatic cars available, with Pass Plus and motorway courses also on offer.

Manual lessons from £36/hour or 10 hours for £320 with Michelle Carter, a fully qualified ADI with over 10 years' experience teaching in Basildon, Pitsea, Corringham, Stanford Le Hope and Canvey Island. Female instructor offering tailored lessons, theory support, intensive test preparation, and motorway training for provisional licence holders.