Driving Lessons in London
London offers an exceptional range with 598 driving schools and 200 independent driving instructors spread across the capital's many boroughs. The driving schools maintain an excellent 4.8-star average rating, with comprehensive options including 368 schools offering automatic driving lessons and 304 providing intensive courses for faster progression. Female driving instructors are available at 124 schools, while there are also 30 independent female driving instructors across the region. Pass rates at nearby DVSA test centres vary notably, from 46.8% at Wood Green to 53.1% at Hither Green, giving learners multiple options based on the latest DVSA data (2024-25).
From £22/hr·Average £39/hr
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Driving Schools in London
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Greenlight School of Motoring
Grade A instructor with over 30 years of experience teaching in a Vauxhall Corsa electric car. £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, with a 6-hour package at £230 and a day-of-test package at £120. Free access to Theory Test Pro and the TotalDrive app for managing bookings and tracking progress.Grade A instructor with over 30 years of experience teaching in a Vauxhall Corsa electric car. £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, with a 6-hour package at...
Driving College
Grade A instructors with competitive pricing starting at £30 for your first lesson, then £35 per hour for manual or automatic, with a special offer of £290 for the first 10 hours. Intensive courses range from 20 to 30 hours (£650–£975), and test car hire costs £200 including a 2-hour lesson. Pass Plus courses also available at £300.Grade A instructors with competitive pricing starting at £30 for your first lesson, then £35 per hour for manual or automatic, with a special offer of £290 for...
Green Badge Driving School
All instructors have at least 15 years' experience and extensive knowledge of local test routes including the Sutton and Morden one-way systems, Rosehill roundabout, and high street areas. Lessons start at £35/hour, with block deals from £175 for 5 hours up to £680 for 20 hours; evenings and weekends cost £45/hour. The school uses flexible teaching methods, shortening lessons if needed to prevent stress and aid learning retention.All instructors have at least 15 years' experience and extensive knowledge of local test routes including the Sutton and Morden one-way systems, Rosehill...
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...
Victor Dias
Over 16 years of teaching experience with a calm, patient approach to beginners and nervous learners. £33/hour or £290 for a 10-hour block, plus student discounts of £2-£10 depending on your payment option. Free introductory lesson, motorway training, and Pass Plus courses also available.Over 16 years of teaching experience with a calm, patient approach to beginners and nervous learners. £33/hour or £290 for a 10-hour block, plus student...
Ali's Pass Driving School
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.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...
SSM Driving School
Known for building confidence in nervous and first-time learners, with consistent testimonials praising patience and a calm teaching style. Lessons start at £32.50/hour (£35 evenings and weekends), with a minimum 2-hour booking per session. Speaks Bengali, Hindi, and Urdu alongside English, and Pass Plus courses are also available.Known for building confidence in nervous and first-time learners, with consistent testimonials praising patience and a calm teaching style. Lessons start at...
M&J Driving School
£36 per hour with flexible block deals ranging from 5 to 35 hours, all including test car hire. Structured learning covers basic car handling, independent motorway driving, test area practice, and mock tests on premium packages.£36 per hour with flexible block deals ranging from 5 to 35 hours, all including test car hire. Structured learning covers basic car handling, independent...
Suraj Driving School
Family-run school specialising in intensive driving courses with guaranteed test bookings for February and March 2026. Standard lessons cost £39.50/hour on 10-hour blocks (£395 total), or £40/hour for 2-hour sessions during off-peak times; beginner intensive courses run 10 days for £1,642 including test fees and free pickup. Test car hire available from £200 (Isleworth) to £250+ (other centres), with Pass Plus registration to help reduce insurance premiums.Family-run school specialising in intensive driving courses with guaranteed test bookings for February and March 2026. Standard lessons cost £39.50/hour on...
Cedar School of Motoring
80% satisfaction rate across 80,000+ enrolled students with 80+ instructors on staff. £40 per hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, with mock tests, motorway training, and Pass Plus courses also available to build confidence beyond the basics.80% satisfaction rate across 80,000+ enrolled students with 80+ instructors on staff. £40 per hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, with mock tests, motorway...
CC Driving School
£42/hour for standard lessons, or £40/hour as part of a 10-hour package (£400). Director Christopher Calvert leads a team known for high first-time pass rates and a patient, adaptable teaching style that works with learners of all ages and backgrounds. Pass Plus courses also available to reduce insurance premiums after passing.£42/hour for standard lessons, or £40/hour as part of a 10-hour package (£400). Director Christopher Calvert leads a team known for high first-time pass rates...
easy pass
Established in 2006 with over 16 years of teaching experience and a high pass rate. Lessons are in a brand new manual Volkswagen Golf, with pricing at £38/hour or block deals from £360 for 10 lessons and £660 for 20 lessons. First-time learners get four beginner lessons for £132, plus Pass Plus courses available at £250 for a minimum of 6 hours.Established in 2006 with over 16 years of teaching experience and a high pass rate. Lessons are in a brand new manual Volkswagen Golf, with pricing at £38/hour...
Only Essex Driving School
Some instructors bring over 20 years of teaching experience, with many trained in-house by expert instructor trainers to guarantee consistent quality. Lessons cost £40/hour or £360 for your first 10-hour block (then £370 for subsequent blocks), with flexible 1, 1.5, or 2-hour slots. Use the school's car for your test for £100, or book a short-notice test package with car hire and a pre-test lesson for £300.Some instructors bring over 20 years of teaching experience, with many trained in-house by expert instructor trainers to guarantee consistent quality. Lessons...
Queens Park Driving School
Competitive pricing with an introductory offer of £80 for the first two hours, then £45/hour pay-as-you-go or £410 for a 10-hour block (£41/hour). Motorway lessons and Pass Plus courses also available, plus free access to Theory Test Pro mock exams and hazard perception practice. Patient approach catering to nervous and mature drivers, with lessons tailored to individual pace.Competitive pricing with an introductory offer of £80 for the first two hours, then £45/hour pay-as-you-go or £410 for a 10-hour block (£41/hour). Motorway...
Cavendish Driving School
21 years of experience teaching with traditional methods, no reversing on mirrors or car marks. Lessons at £31/hour (manual) or £32/hour (automatic), with 10-hour blocks at £295 and £300 respectively, plus dual carriageway, eco-driving, rural and night driving all included so no extra tuition needed after passing. Test bookings available for local centres at £80, or £130 for early morning slots.21 years of experience teaching with traditional methods, no reversing on mirrors or car marks. Lessons at £31/hour (manual) or £32/hour (automatic), with...
Earlsfield School of Motoring
Over 30 years in business with instructors Darren and Sarah earning consistent five-star reviews for their patience with nervous drivers. Standard lessons from £45/hour, or book 10 and get 1 free; test car hire from £135 (manual) or £142.50 (automatic) includes 1 hour pre-test tuition. Free home and work pick-ups, motorway lessons, and intensive courses available to suit your timeline.Over 30 years in business with instructors Darren and Sarah earning consistent five-star reviews for their patience with nervous drivers. Standard lessons from...
ASM School of Motoring
With 10+ years' experience, instructor Ajmal Shah focuses on relaxed, friendly tuition for nervous learners and those brushing up their skills. Manual lessons start at £35/hour or £330 for 10 hours; automatic at £40/hour or £370 for 10 hours. New learners get a special offer: first 5 hours for £150 (manual) or £175 (automatic), plus Pass Plus and motorway courses available.With 10+ years' experience, instructor Ajmal Shah focuses on relaxed, friendly tuition for nervous learners and those brushing up their skills. Manual lessons...
Driving Genius
Over 10 years of professional instruction with an excellent first-time pass rate. £38/hour for both manual and automatic lessons, with block discounts available for learners booking multiple hours. Intensive courses (2-5 weeks) are customized to individual needs, plus Pass Plus and theory test preparation also on offer.Over 10 years of professional instruction with an excellent first-time pass rate. £38/hour for both manual and automatic lessons, with block discounts available...
iTrust Driving School
Specialising in automatic driving lessons with an excellent first-time pass rate backed by hundreds of successful learners. £40/hour for single lessons, £80 for 2-hour sessions, or £390 for a 10-hour block with test car available for your practical exam.Specialising in automatic driving lessons with an excellent first-time pass rate backed by hundreds of successful learners. £40/hour for single lessons, £80 for...
NiceDrive
Founded 14 years ago by Seamus McEvoy, NiceDrive runs its own Instructor Training Academy where all instructors complete a rigorous 70-hour course before teaching learners, ensuring consistency in quality and teaching methods. The Accelerated Learning System is designed to speed up your learning and reduce wasted time, with a risk-free guarantee: if you're unhappy with your instructor or tuition, your lesson fee is refunded. At £48/hour or £90 for 2 hours, block bookings of five 1.5-hour lessons cost £450 with a £60 discount.Founded 14 years ago by Seamus McEvoy, NiceDrive runs its own Instructor Training Academy where all instructors complete a rigorous 70-hour course before...
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London Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 34 nearby test centres
These 32 London centres handled 297,059 tests between 2024 and 2025, with Sidcup leading at 59.0% while Chingford proved most challenging at just 36.5%. The capital's complex road network varies dramatically between centres - Sidcup benefits from Kent's quieter suburban roads, while Chingford faces the notorious North Circular and dense residential streets. Women achieved 58.1% in Sidcup compared to men at 59.7%, and automatic learners performed particularly well there at 56.0% pass rate. Central London centres like Tottenham and Wanstead struggle with bus lanes, complex junction systems, and constant heavy traffic that tests even experienced learners.
Sidcup (London)
12,809 tests takenEnfield (Innova Business Park)
8,042 tests takenTolworth (London)
9,241 tests takenZHither Green (London)
2,756 tests takenIsleworth (Fleming Way)
12,106 tests takenBromley (London)
10,868 tests takenMill Hill (London)
8,688 tests takenWest Wickham (London)
11,147 tests takenPinner (London)
14,672 tests takenChertsey (London)
8,669 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sidcup (London) | 58.1% | 59.7% | 56.0% | 59.0% | 12,809 |
| Enfield (Innova Business Park) | 52.7% | 55.1% | 50.9% | 54.1% | 8,042 |
| Tolworth (London) | 50.8% | 55.6% | 50.7% | 53.3% | 9,241 |
| ZHither Green (London) | 49.2% | 56.3% | 51.8% | 53.1% | 2,756 |
| Isleworth (Fleming Way) | 49.3% | 53.8% | 49.7% | 51.8% | 12,106 |
| Bromley (London) | 48.0% | 55.2% | 49.1% | 51.7% | 10,868 |
| Mill Hill (London) | 49.1% | 52.6% | 50.8% | 51.1% | 8,688 |
| West Wickham (London) | 51.1% | 50.7% | 48.3% | 50.9% | 11,147 |
| Pinner (London) | 45.7% | 54.7% | 48.1% | 50.3% | 14,672 |
| Chertsey (London) | 50.4% | 50.2% | 44.7% | 50.3% | 8,669 |