Driving Lessons in Islington
Islington learners can choose from 16 driving schools and 47 independent driving instructors, creating excellent variety across North London. Schools price competitively from £32.50-£40 per hour while maintaining strong 4.8-star ratings. Eight schools provide automatic driving lessons, with female driving instructor options including 3 schools and 8 independent female driving instructors. Test centres vary significantly in performance, from Tottenham's 47.9% down to Chingford's 36.5%.
From £32.5/hr·Average £38/hr
Driving Schools in Islington
16 schools
DEC Driving School
90% first-time pass rate backed by 30+ years in Hackney and 95% five-star Google reviews. Beginner lessons from £40/hour, refresher lessons at £45/hour, or a 10-hour block for £360. Intensive courses range from 6 to 30 hours, test car hire available at £115, plus Pass Plus and motorway experience once you've passed.90% first-time pass rate backed by 30+ years in Hackney and 95% five-star Google reviews. Beginner lessons from £40/hour, refresher lessons at £45/hour, or a...
Beans Driving School
Beans operates a nationwide network of instructors across the UK, offering beginner lessons, motorway and roundabout training, mock tests, and Pass Plus courses. The school provides intensive driving lessons alongside online theory classes to support learners at every stage of their journey.Beans operates a nationwide network of instructors across the UK, offering beginner lessons, motorway and roundabout training, mock tests, and Pass Plus...
London City Driving School
A-graded instructors specialising in nervous pupils and intensive courses, with a track record of fast test passes in London. The 6-hour refresher course costs £300, flexible over 3 to 7 days, plus optional motorway sessions at £150 for 2.5 hours. One student who hadn't driven in over a decade praised the calm, patient teaching style and gained confidence to navigate London roads safely.A-graded instructors specialising in nervous pupils and intensive courses, with a track record of fast test passes in London. The 6-hour refresher course costs...
Holloway Driving School
Holloway Driving School has trained over 500 learners with 100% customer satisfaction and positive feedback across the board. Lessons start at £32.50/hour (2-hour introductory lesson at £65), with block deals from £37/hour for 10 hours (£360) up to £35/hour for 40 hours (£1,400), plus Pass Plus courses at £270 and motorway lessons available.Holloway Driving School has trained over 500 learners with 100% customer satisfaction and positive feedback across the board. Lessons start at £32.50/hour...
Academy Intensive Limited
Residential intensive driving courses with test fees and accommodation included, ranging from 12 to 40 hours over 3-8 days, priced from £799 to £2,109. Founded by Pete Brason, a Grade 6 instructor (the highest rating an instructor can achieve), the school is one of the UK's most recommended intensive course providers. Courses are tailored to your ability level, from near-perfect drivers needing final polish to complete beginners, with station collection and one-to-one tuition included.Residential intensive driving courses with test fees and accommodation included, ranging from 12 to 40 hours over 3-8 days, priced from £799 to £2,109. Founded...
Diamond School of Motoring
Grade A instructor with over 40 years' experience since 1982, offering manual lessons at £37/hour and automatic lessons at £38/hour. Specialises in nervous drivers and Pass Plus courses, with positive reviews highlighting patient, professional instruction and instructors willing to go the extra mile, including early morning test day support.Grade A instructor with over 40 years' experience since 1982, offering manual lessons at £37/hour and automatic lessons at £38/hour. Specialises in nervous...
The Learner Center
Specialising in electric vehicle driving lessons with a focus on eco-friendly, zero-emissions learning. Over 1,500 students passed and 20 years' experience, with a 4.9/5 rating. Lessons tailored to individual pace, including support for nervous learners and those with learning difficulties.Specialising in electric vehicle driving lessons with a focus on eco-friendly, zero-emissions learning. Over 1,500 students passed and 20 years' experience,...
7 Day Intensive
Intensive driving courses ranging from 5 to 48 hours, with test booking and mock exams included as standard. Flexible session lengths of 2, 4, or 6 hours mean you can complete your course around your schedule, with pricing from £450 for a 5-hour top-up to £2,520 for the full 48-hour beginner package.Intensive driving courses ranging from 5 to 48 hours, with test booking and mock exams included as standard. Flexible session lengths of 2, 4, or 6 hours mean...
Sterling Driving Academy
Based at Angel Station, U Drive Me teaches manual driving using a proven rote method focused on building confidence and concentration rapidly. At £40/hour or £350 for a 10-hour package, students typically make fewer than five minor mistakes on test day; the school estimates 35 hours of lessons needed to reach test standard, broken down into skill acquisition, refinement, and test preparation phases.Based at Angel Station, U Drive Me teaches manual driving using a proven rote method focused on building confidence and concentration rapidly. At £40/hour or...
Milestones School of Motoring
Specialist in automatic driving lessons run by Lola Owolabi, who brings years of transport and motoring sector experience. Lesson reports track your progress at every stage, and pick-up/drop-off is available alongside motorway and night training. Block booking discounts apply, with evening lessons Monday to Friday from 4pm–9pm.Specialist in automatic driving lessons run by Lola Owolabi, who brings years of transport and motoring sector experience. Lesson reports track your progress at...
Holborn School of Motoring
Established in 1965 and still operating from the same Clerkenwell Road location, this school combines decades of stability with instructors who've stayed for 20+ years. £40 per hour or block deals from £195 for 5 hours up to £1,080 for 30 hours, with free pick-up and drop-off across Central North London and the congestion charge zone. Multiple five-star reviews highlight first-time passes and calm, patient teaching that builds genuine confidence beyond just test technique.Established in 1965 and still operating from the same Clerkenwell Road location, this school combines decades of stability with instructors who've stayed for...
Archway Driving School
Founded in 1974 with 44+ years of experience, this school specialises in nervous drivers and advanced motorists alike, drawing most new pupils from word-of-mouth recommendations thanks to a very high pass rate. The owner, Stephos, brings rally driving expertise and a focus on safe, proactive driving skills. Competitive rates reflect their minimal marketing spend, and they offer flexible lesson packages, theory test preparation, and intensive courses across North London.Founded in 1974 with 44+ years of experience, this school specialises in nervous drivers and advanced motorists alike, drawing most new pupils from...
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Islington Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 2 nearby test centres
Two centres in Islington handled 22,975 tests between 2024 and 2025, with Tottenham edging ahead at a 47.9% pass rate compared to Wood Green's 46.8%. Both locations deal with typical North London challenges - busy bus routes, cyclists, and narrow Victorian streets that can catch learners off guard during manoeuvres. The 47.3% area average reflects these urban difficulties. Men scored around 49% at both centres while women achieved 43-45%, and automatic pass rates held steady at 44% to 46%.
Tottenham
12,178 tests takenWood Green (London)
10,797 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tottenham | 45.4% | 49.6% | 46.0% | 47.9% | 12,178 |
| Wood Green (London) | 43.1% | 49.3% | 43.7% | 46.8% | 10,797 |