Driving Lessons in Essex
From £22/hr·Average £37/hr
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Driving Schools in Essex
132 schools
Confident Driving School
Confident Driving School focuses on nervous drivers and those seeking flexible scheduling, with lessons available six days a week at £35/hour. Both male and female instructors welcome students within a 5-mile radius, and the school's training car is available for test day use.Confident Driving School focuses on nervous drivers and those seeking flexible scheduling, with lessons available six days a week at £35/hour. Both male and...
Jerry Dymond Driving School
Patient instructor with over 20 years' experience teaching Roadcraft techniques used by police drivers, improving anticipation and forward planning beyond standard test criteria. Two-hour lessons at £64 are recommended for fastest progress to test standard, with 90-minute options at £48 and test day bookings at £80 for a 2½-hour session including pre-test briefing and debrief.Patient instructor with over 20 years' experience teaching Roadcraft techniques used by police drivers, improving anticipation and forward planning beyond...
Johnson School of Motoring
Johnson School of Motoring has built a strong reputation through patient, supportive instruction that consistently delivers first-time passes. £40/hour for single lessons, or save with block deals from £380 for 10 hours down to £1,460 for 40 hours. Multiple instructors including Lauraine, Steve, Lee, and Debbie ensure a personalised approach to building confidence and safe driving skills.Johnson School of Motoring has built a strong reputation through patient, supportive instruction that consistently delivers first-time passes. £40/hour for...
M.S Driving School
An exceptional first-time pass rate backed by an instructor with extensive knowledge of local test routes. Two-hour lessons at £70, with block deals from £330 for 10 hours up to £1,280 for 40 hours. Calm, patient teaching suited to nervous learners.An exceptional first-time pass rate backed by an instructor with extensive knowledge of local test routes. Two-hour lessons at £70, with block deals from £330...
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Julia has built a strong track record of first-time passers since 2014, drawing on her background working with vulnerable people to create a patient, relaxed learning environment tailored to each student's needs. Two-hour automatic lessons cost £80, with a 10-hour block at £400, plus Pass Plus courses available at £240. Fluent in Russian for learners who prefer instruction in that language.Julia has built a strong track record of first-time passers since 2014, drawing on her background working with vulnerable people to create a patient, relaxed...
GDL Driving School
Over 90% first-time pass rate with a patient, relaxed teaching approach that avoids the pressure and shouting found elsewhere. Local instructor keeps prices competitive while covering practical test routes and varied road types from quiet streets to dual carriageways. Intensive courses available for those needing to pass quickly, with flexible booking from 8am–5pm weekdays plus selected evenings and Sunday mornings.Over 90% first-time pass rate with a patient, relaxed teaching approach that avoids the pressure and shouting found elsewhere. Local instructor keeps prices...
NK Automatic Driving School
12 years of specialist experience teaching nervous beginners in a calm, patient environment. Mr. Khan focuses on safe driving for life, not just test passes. Lessons from £35/hour with a £330/month package available, plus intensive courses and Pass Plus training on offer.12 years of specialist experience teaching nervous beginners in a calm, patient environment. Mr. Khan focuses on safe driving for life, not just test passes....
EXL Driving School
Local instructors across Essex, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Sussex and Kent who know test routes and area-specific challenges inside out. Each instructor manages their own diary for flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends, so you can arrange lessons directly around your availability. Contact them to discuss pricing and book your first session.Local instructors across Essex, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Sussex and Kent who know test routes and area-specific challenges inside out. Each instructor...
PASSFAN Driving Lessons
Instructor Steve combines local expertise in Clacton, Colchester, and Ipswich with a focus on building confidence in nervous and anxious learners, including those with ADHD and autism. Two-hour lessons offer deeper learning and faster progress; block bookings of 10 hours come with discounts. Mock tests simulate real exam conditions to prepare you thoroughly for test day.Instructor Steve combines local expertise in Clacton, Colchester, and Ipswich with a focus on building confidence in nervous and anxious learners, including...
AB-Drive-Anchor
£38/hour for manual lessons or £40/hour for automatic, with block deals starting at £365 for 10 hours. On test day, book a two-hour warm-up session at your standard lesson rate, and intensive courses are tailored to individual needs rather than one-size-fits-all.£38/hour for manual lessons or £40/hour for automatic, with block deals starting at £365 for 10 hours. On test day, book a two-hour warm-up session at your...
Hawkwell Driving School Hockley
Instructor with 30,000+ hours of learner teaching experience since 1984, holding advanced qualifications including RoSPA Gold Grade and IAM Advanced Driving Test passes. Multiple first-time pass testimonials highlight his calm, patient teaching style and memorable learning techniques. Two-hour trial lesson at £70, then £40/hour, £60 for 90 minutes, or £70 for two hours, with no extra charges for evenings, weekends, or test days.Instructor with 30,000+ hours of learner teaching experience since 1984, holding advanced qualifications including RoSPA Gold Grade and IAM Advanced Driving...
Bills Wheels
Grade A instructor with over 20 years' experience and a specialist background in teaching pupils with anxiety and SEN needs. £42.50/hour or £395 for a 10-hour block, plus a special offer of £150 for your first 4 hours. You'll take your test in the same modern automatic car you trained in, with pickup and drop-off included.Grade A instructor with over 20 years' experience and a specialist background in teaching pupils with anxiety and SEN needs. £42.50/hour or £395 for a 10-hour...
True Path Driving School
£37 per hour or £360 for a 10-hour block booking. Quick test date assistance available to help you secure your test slot faster.£37 per hour or £360 for a 10-hour block booking. Quick test date assistance available to help you secure your test slot faster.
Andy's School of Motoring
Specialises in learners with autism, ADHD, dyslexia and other neurodiversities, with patient, personalised instruction from an A-graded instructor who achieved a rare 51/51 Standards Check score. Two-hour lessons only at £36/hour (manual) or £40/hour (automatic) during weekday daytime, with evening and weekend slots available. Pass Plus and motorway lessons also offered.Specialises in learners with autism, ADHD, dyslexia and other neurodiversities, with patient, personalised instruction from an A-graded instructor who achieved...
Pass SLT
Retired Police Sergeant with 30 years advanced driving experience brings professional expertise to every lesson. At £35/hour or £315 for a 10-hour block, with test day car usage available for £100, this is straightforward, confidence-focused instruction backed by DBS clearance.Retired Police Sergeant with 30 years advanced driving experience brings professional expertise to every lesson. At £35/hour or £315 for a 10-hour block, with...
Grays Driving School
20 years of instruction experience with a team focused on nervous learners, those with learning difficulties, anxiety, and driving phobia. Lessons tailored to your pace, whether you're aiming to pass quickly or prefer a steady approach, with free theory test advice included.20 years of instruction experience with a team focused on nervous learners, those with learning difficulties, anxiety, and driving phobia. Lessons tailored to...
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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 |