Driving Lessons in South East London

South East London's 15 driving schools focus exclusively on school-based instruction, with no independent driving instructors in the area. Pricing is competitive at £35 to £46 per hour (averaging £41), and the schools maintain a strong 4.7-star rating. Automatic driving lessons are widely available through 12 schools, while 2 schools offer female driving instructors, and nearby test centres show varying difficulty levels with Sidcup achieving a 59% pass rate compared to others hovering around 48-53%.

£41
average price
15
driving schools
1
test centre

Driving schools and instructors in South East London

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Prompt Driving School

Prompt Driving School

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

An independent London-based school with consistently strong reviews highlighting instructor patience and first-time pass success. £40/hour for automatic lessons or £380 for a 10-hour block, with test car hire available at £150. Multiple instructors including Dr Mohammad Ekhlas Uddin and Mohammed, both praised for building confidence and delivering efficient, supportive teaching.

AutomaticIntensiveTest car available
Apple Yard, London SE20 8FQView school
Albakos Driving School

Albakos Driving School

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £370Save £30

Established over 10 years in South London with friendly, professional instructors. Manual lessons at £40/hour or £370 for 10 hours; automatic at £42/hour or £390 for 10 hours. Test car hire available from £120 (manual) or £130 (automatic), including a 1-hour pre-test drive.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
5, Lilford House, Lilford Rd, London SE5 9QAView school
RJ's Driving School

RJ's Driving School

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £400

17 years of teaching experience, with the founder having trained for 13 years at BSM before establishing this school. £40/hour for standard lessons, or choose from flexible block deals ranging from 6 to 40 hours (£240–£1,570), plus test car hire with a pre-test lesson included for £150. Intensive courses also available at competitive rates.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
Anerley Rd, London SE19 2ASView school
PassAssured Driving School

PassAssured Driving School

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

£40/hour weekdays or £380 for a 10-hour block, with weekend lessons at £45/hour. Instructor Olu has built a reputation for turning around struggling learners, with multiple testimonials from students who passed after failing with other schools, including one who passed in a month after two years elsewhere. Free theory test support, motorway training, and door-to-door service from home, work, or school are included.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensive
32 Sedgmoor Pl, London SE5 7SEView school
Tuga Driving School

Tuga Driving School

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £440

Intensive courses from £440 (10 hours) to £1,230 (30 hours) designed for complete beginners through to test-ready learners, with structured 2-hour sessions ensuring rapid progress. Test day car hire at £200 includes a pre-test warm-up, full insurance, and use of the school vehicle. Standard lessons start at £40/hour with block booking discounts available.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
Cannon House, London SE11 6HUView school
Sinclair Driver Training

Sinclair Driver Training

5
From £35/hr10hrs for £330Save £20

Over 25 years of experience teaching learner drivers across South East London, welcoming all ages and abilities including nervous pupils. £35/hour or £330 for 10 hours, with a special offer of £65 for a complete 3-hour beginners package. Learn in a 2021 Citroën C3 with dual controls, using the DVSA's recommended syllabus and core curriculum log-books to track progress.

Manual
96 Knights Hill, Norwood, London SE27 0JLView school
Richard Atkins Driving School

Richard Atkins Driving School

4.9
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

£80 for 2-hour lessons or £390 for a 10-hour block with a 5-star rated instructor known for calm, patient teaching that builds confidence in nervous drivers. Multiple recent first-time passes with minimal faults, plus automatic lessons launching March 2026 alongside established manual instruction.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomatic
92 S Norwood Hill, London SE25 6AQView school
Rite Driving

Rite Driving

4.9
From £42.50/hr10hrs for £400Save £25

£42.50/hour for automatic lessons or £45/hour for manual, with 10-hour blocks at £400 and £425 respectively. Independent instructor focused on calm, pressure-free teaching and close attention to each pupil's progress. Pass Plus courses available at £270 for 5 hours covering motorways, night driving, and adverse weather.

ManualAutomaticTest car available
Beckway St, London SE17 1TNView school
Tuson's Driving School SE16

Tuson's Driving School SE16

4.9
From £43/hr20hrs for £760Save £100

100+ first-time pass students with a 4.9-star rating, many achieving zero faults. All lessons are 2 hours long in a brand-new VW Golf GTE, with pricing from £43/hour (2-hour lessons at £86) down to £38/hour on the 20-hour block at £760. Test day car hire including pre-test pickup and return journey costs £170.

EveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
2a Delaford Rd, London SE16 3BSView school
Ali's Pass Driving School

Ali's Pass Driving School

4.795% pass rate
From £45/hr10hrs for £450

A 95% first-time pass rate with 10 years' experience teaching hundreds of happy clients. Regular lessons from £40/hour (automatic) or £45/hour (manual), with 10-hour blocks at £450; intensive courses at £50/hour include free theory test training. All lessons are 2 hours in a well-maintained Hyundai i20 with sat nav.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensive
Symington House, Deverell St, London SE1 4AAView school
Clapham Driving School

Clapham Driving School

From £46/hr10hrs for £430Save £30

Grade A instructor with expertise across manual, automatic, and intensive courses, backed by multiple testimonials of first-time passes. £46/hour for new drivers or £430 for a 10-hour block, with Pass Plus courses available at £286. The school emphasises quality instruction over cheap alternatives, confident that fewer lessons are needed to reach test standard.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
Solutions House, 68 Ferndene Rd, London SE24 0ABView school
Drive with Gena

Drive with Gena

5
Block bookings available

Grade A instructor and former AA trainer with a notably high pass rate demonstrated across a substantial gallery of successful students. Single lessons available on a pay-as-you-go basis, or save money with 5 or 10-hour block bookings. Pass Plus courses also available to help new drivers reduce insurance costs and build confidence on motorways, dual carriageways, and night driving.

ManualFemale Instructors
123 S Norwood Hill, London SE25 4SUView school
Herne Hill Driving School

Herne Hill Driving School

4.8

500 tests passed this year with over 1,000 highly rated reviews backing this school's track record. Peter Western, the proprietor with 23 years of instructor experience and 44 years of driving experience, leads a team including instructors with up to 40 years behind the wheel, all committed to building confidence through tailored 1-hour, 1.5-hour, or 2-hour lessons. Local expertise in South London test routes and flexible scheduling make this a solid choice for learners seeking experienced, personalized instruction.

ManualAutomatic
Oborne Cl, London SE24 0HBView school
PassMaster

PassMaster

2(1)
Block bookings available

Former AA instructor with Grade A credentials and a patient approach to nervous learners. Free theory test advice and 1–2 hour trial lessons available, plus special offers on block bookings for immediate starts. Pass Plus courses also available to boost post-test confidence and insurance discounts.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomatic
Harper Rd, London SE1 6QDView school
Sanchez Driving School

Sanchez Driving School

4.9
Manual
20 Belham Walk, London SE5 7DXView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in South East London?

Most learners pay £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.

Typical
£43
Most pay
£40–£45
Schools
£35–40
1
£40–45
8
£45–50
2

Based on prices from 11 driving schools in South East London.

Intensive courses in South East London

Want to pass fast?

8 South East London schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

South East London Test Centres and Pass Rates

Women scored 47.1% and 49.2% across South East London's two centres, while men achieved 50.3% and 56.3% respectively. Hither Green offers the better option at 53.1% pass rate, dealing with quieter residential roads around Catford, compared to Mitcham's 48.9% which involves busier routes through Merton. The mixed terrain includes everything from narrow Victorian terraces to wider suburban avenues, with 16,581 total tests taken between 2024 and 2025. Automatic drivers saw 47.8-51.8% pass rates depending on their chosen centre.

53%

ZHither Green (London)

2,756 tests taken
Women49.2%
Men56.3%
Automatic51.8%

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