Driving Lessons in Essex
From £22/hr·Average £37/hr
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Driving Schools in Essex
132 schools
Automatic Driving Lessons
Automatic and manual lessons from £40–£42/hour in Romford, Essex, with 10-hour block deals at £380–£390. Specialist in last-minute test cover across Chelmsford, Basildon, Hornchurch, Loughton, Goodmayes, Southend, Chingford and surrounding areas.Automatic and manual lessons from £40–£42/hour in Romford, Essex, with 10-hour block deals at £380–£390. Specialist in last-minute test cover across Chelmsford,...
Ian's Academy of Driving
Peter Tedder School of Motoring
One of the longest-serving instructors in the area since 1999, Peter Tedder teaches in a relaxed, modern style with a focus on nervous pupils and excellent pass rates. Block bookings of 10 hours come with discounts, and lessons take place in a modern Mini Cooper. Pass Plus courses and refresher training are also available.One of the longest-serving instructors in the area since 1999, Peter Tedder teaches in a relaxed, modern style with a focus on nervous pupils and excellent pass...
BDC Driving School
Grade A instructor with 45+ years' experience since 1979, holding RoSPA Gold and IAM RoadSmart membership. £38/hour or £360 for a 10-hour block, with Pass Plus courses also available. Students consistently praise Alfie's patience and teaching style, with several reporting first-time passes and significantly boosted confidence on the road.Grade A instructor with 45+ years' experience since 1979, holding RoSPA Gold and IAM RoadSmart membership. £38/hour or £360 for a 10-hour block, with Pass Plus...
MY CAR
Single-instructor school with consistently strong testimonials praising patience and clear teaching. Lessons start at £38/hour, with 10-hour blocks at £360 and 20-hour blocks at £700, offering meaningful savings for committed learners.Single-instructor school with consistently strong testimonials praising patience and clear teaching. Lessons start at £38/hour, with 10-hour blocks at £360 and...
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Bell Driving School
Established in 1995 with over 30 years' experience, Bell Driving School has helped thousands of learners pass their test, with 98% of pupils recommending them. Most instructors have worked with the school for over a decade, offering structured lessons tailored to individual needs. Intensive courses run from a few days to two weeks, alongside weekly lessons and refresher tuition for all ages.Established in 1995 with over 30 years' experience, Bell Driving School has helped thousands of learners pass their test, with 98% of pupils recommending them....
Streetlife Driving School
Established in 2005 with a strong track record across Essex, this school offers guaranteed pass courses and intensive driving lessons alongside standard tuition. Manual lessons start at £36/hour (£340 for 10 hours), automatic at £40/hour (£380 for 10 hours), plus a special introductory offer of £10/hour for the first 2 hours for beginners. All instructors are DBS-checked and trained to agency standards, with Pass Plus courses also available.Established in 2005 with a strong track record across Essex, this school offers guaranteed pass courses and intensive driving lessons alongside standard...
Rapha Driving School
Patient instructor with years of experience teaching learners of all backgrounds and abilities, from complete beginners to test-ready drivers. Lessons are 2-hour minimum sessions at £40/hour, with block deals starting at £350 for 10 hours (Starter package) up to £1,320 for 40 hours (Test Ready package). Early morning, daytime, and evening slots available throughout the week.Patient instructor with years of experience teaching learners of all backgrounds and abilities, from complete beginners to test-ready drivers. Lessons are...
iDrive Driving School
Ex-AA Driving School instructor Mike runs this school with an impressive 86% first-time pass rate, well above the national average of 49%. Lessons start at £49/hour for weekday sessions, with 10-hour blocks at £490 (£46.66/hour) and 20-hour blocks at £970 (£46.19/hour); Mike caps himself at 30 lessons weekly to ensure you get quality instruction without instructor fatigue. Two-hour lessons are recommended for faster progress, and intensive courses from £480 for 8 hours are tailored to individual needs.Ex-AA Driving School instructor Mike runs this school with an impressive 86% first-time pass rate, well above the national average of 49%. Lessons start at...
Drive EBS
Specialist in nervous and anxious learners with 17 years' driving experience and a track record of first-time passes. Andrei's calm, patient approach has earned consistent five-star reviews, with students praising his ability to build confidence on roundabouts, motorway driving, and test preparation. Single lessons at £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block with priority booking.Specialist in nervous and anxious learners with 17 years' driving experience and a track record of first-time passes. Andrei's calm, patient approach has earned...
Steer We Go Learners
Fun and friendly instruction across Colchester, Clacton, and Chelmsford with an excellent Facebook reputation. Two-hour lessons start at £75 for manual and £80 for automatic, with 10-hour blocks from £350 (manual) or £375 (automatic). Intensive courses range from 16 to 50 hours, all including free access to Theory Test Pro and no hidden charges.Fun and friendly instruction across Colchester, Clacton, and Chelmsford with an excellent Facebook reputation. Two-hour lessons start at £75 for manual and £80...
Karen's School of Motoring
Multi-location Essex school with intensive courses ranging from 10 to 50 hours, plus flexible accelerated options at up to 4 hours per week. Manual lessons from £35/hour (£330 for 10-hour blocks with new student discount), automatic from £38/hour (£360 for 10-hour blocks); intensive courses include test day and start at £500 for 10 hours. Patient, qualified instructors teach in modern dual-control vehicles and aim to build safe, confident drivers.Multi-location Essex school with intensive courses ranging from 10 to 50 hours, plus flexible accelerated options at up to 4 hours per week. Manual lessons from...
Ray's Driver Training
Conquer Driving
Manual and automatic driving lessons in Colchester with a 'Learn or it's Free' guarantee — only pay if you're happy with the instruction. Lessons are typically 2 hours long in a clean, air-conditioned car, with experienced instructors offering structured tuition tailored to beginners and experienced drivers alike.Manual and automatic driving lessons in Colchester with a 'Learn or it's Free' guarantee — only pay if you're happy with the instruction. Lessons are typically...
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Essex Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 6 nearby test centres
Hornchurch achieved the highest pass rate at 48.3% while Basildon proved most challenging at 45.6%, with 36,397 tests handled across six centres between 2024 and 2025. Essex's road network combines the M25 orbital approaches with traditional market town centres and new town developments around Basildon. Automatic drivers saw consistent results around 38-45% across all centres, with the county's mix of roundabouts and dual carriageways providing relatively standard conditions. Men outperformed women most significantly at Southend (51.5% vs 44.7%), where the seafront's wider roads and faster A13 approaches seem to favour more confident drivers, while the differences remained smaller at inland centres like Chelmsford and Brentwood.
Tilbury
4,185 tests takenBrentwood (London)
5,485 tests takenHornchurch (London)
6,310 tests takenSouthend-on-Sea
4,797 tests takenBasildon
4,862 tests takenChelmsford (Hanbury Road)
10,758 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tilbury | 47.9% | 50.1% | 44.4% | 49.1% | 4,185 |
| Brentwood (London) | 48.3% | 48.6% | 44.3% | 48.5% | 5,485 |
| Hornchurch (London) | 47.3% | 49.1% | 45.5% | 48.3% | 6,310 |
| Southend-on-Sea | 44.7% | 51.5% | 40.3% | 48.1% | 4,797 |
| Basildon | 44.4% | 46.5% | 38.6% | 45.6% | 4,862 |
| Chelmsford (Hanbury Road) | 43.2% | 46.0% | 40.2% | 44.7% | 10,758 |