Driving Lessons in London
London's driving lesson directory brings together 598 driving schools and 1,612 independent driving instructors across the capital and surrounding areas. Pricing varies widely, from £22 to £65 per hour with an average of £39, reflecting the range of locations and teaching styles available. You'll find 368 schools offering automatic driving lessons and 124 schools with female driving instructors on their team, while 323 independent female driving instructors also serve the region. With 34 test centres nearby, pass rates range considerably based on the latest DVSA data (2024-25), from 36.5% at Chingford to 59% at Sidcup, so your choice of location can make a real difference.
From £22/hr·Average £39/hr
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Driving Schools in London
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Nesa Driving School
Over 40 students passed in the last 2 years with instructors praised for patience and clear teaching. Automatic driving lessons at £47.50/hour, or £279.99 for 6 hours and £449.99 for 10 hours. Open 7 days a week, 8am to 8pm, with flexible scheduling across NW and W London.Over 40 students passed in the last 2 years with instructors praised for patience and clear teaching. Automatic driving lessons at £47.50/hour, or £279.99 for 6...
1stime Pass Driving School
Specialises in nervous and anxious drivers, with an instructor who observes 80% of his pupils on test to stay current with examiner standards and local routes. £41/hour for single lessons or £400 for a 10-hour block, with full 2-hour lessons included and no evening or weekend surcharges. Mock tests, motorway training, and Pass Plus courses also available.Specialises in nervous and anxious drivers, with an instructor who observes 80% of his pupils on test to stay current with examiner standards and local routes....
DBS Driving School
Experienced instructors with excellent pass rates and a focus on practical test advice from day one. Lessons start at £37/hour with 10-hour block deals at £350, plus refresher courses and Pass Plus training available to reduce insurance costs by up to 30%.Experienced instructors with excellent pass rates and a focus on practical test advice from day one. Lessons start at £37/hour with 10-hour block deals at £350,...
Dave Pester Driving School
Known for a calm, relaxed teaching style that helps nervous learners stay confident through test day. £40/hour or £360 for a 10-hour block, with test day car use included for £100. Every pupil gets a free progress-tracking app and lessons with no mileage limits, so you spend maximum time actually driving.Known for a calm, relaxed teaching style that helps nervous learners stay confident through test day. £40/hour or £360 for a 10-hour block, with test day car...
AZ School of Motoring
AZ School of Motoring has helped over 74 students pass their driving tests in East London, with instructors who focus on building confidence through personalised tuition. Automatic lessons start from £35/hour with block booking discounts available, plus intensive courses, motorway training, and Pass Plus courses on offer. All instruction takes place in regularly maintained Toyota Yaris cars with dual controls.AZ School of Motoring has helped over 74 students pass their driving tests in East London, with instructors who focus on building confidence through...
G-Motion Driving School
Founded by Gary Johnson with over 30 years of professional driving experience, G-Motion specialises in automatic driving lessons for beginners and nervous drivers across Lewisham and Catford. Two-hour lessons at £76 (or £70 for students), 10-hour blocks at £360 (£330 for students), and 40-hour intensive courses at £1,400 deliver practical, confidence-building instruction tailored to your pace. Pass Plus courses also available to help reduce insurance premiums after passing.Founded by Gary Johnson with over 30 years of professional driving experience, G-Motion specialises in automatic driving lessons for beginners and nervous...
Licence 2 Skills
Szabi brings 17 years of manual driving instruction across South West London, teaching exclusively in structured 2-hour blocks with a calm, methodical approach. Lessons focus on honest feedback and clear progression, whether you're a nervous first-time learner or returning to the road after time away. £28/hour or £50 for a 2-hour lesson, with Pass Plus courses also available.Szabi brings 17 years of manual driving instruction across South West London, teaching exclusively in structured 2-hour blocks with a calm, methodical approach....
Extra Mile Driving School
£40/hour for single lessons or £380 for a 10-hour block, with test vehicle hire available at £120. Calm and safety-focused approach particularly suited to anxious drivers, offering pick-up and drop-off service across Richmond and surrounding areas. Pass Plus courses (£280 full course) and intensive block bookings available for those needing to progress quickly.£40/hour for single lessons or £380 for a 10-hour block, with test vehicle hire available at £120. Calm and safety-focused approach particularly suited to...
Capital School of Motoring
Automatic specialist in East London with a Client Centered System that balances support with challenge to build confidence. Nervous drivers particularly welcome. Lessons from £35/hour, with block deals at £320 for 10 hours or £650 for 20 hours, plus intensive courses available.Automatic specialist in East London with a Client Centered System that balances support with challenge to build confidence. Nervous drivers particularly...
OOM Driving School
Specializes in intensive courses designed for quick learners, with a 30-hour package at £999 and standard lessons from £35/hour. Pickup and drop-off service included, plus test day vehicle hire from £150, backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee and 4.9-star rating.Specializes in intensive courses designed for quick learners, with a 30-hour package at £999 and standard lessons from £35/hour. Pickup and drop-off service...
REDL Driving School
Grade A instructor with a very high first-time pass rate and 30+ years' experience since 1993. Single lessons at £39 or £78 for double sessions, with a 10-lesson block at £380; test day includes a pre-test lesson, school car hire, and return home for £100. Professional but relaxed teaching style using iPad support and structured syllabus planning, with Pass Plus courses also available.Grade A instructor with a very high first-time pass rate and 30+ years' experience since 1993. Single lessons at £39 or £78 for double sessions, with a...
Mrs T's Driving School
£40 per hour with block bookings from £195 for 5 hours or £390 for 10 hours. Test day includes a one-hour lesson, pick-up and drop-off for £100. Manual lessons only in the Havering area.£40 per hour with block bookings from £195 for 5 hours or £390 for 10 hours. Test day includes a one-hour lesson, pick-up and drop-off for £100. Manual lessons...
S.London Driving School
Multiple five-star reviews highlight an instructor known for settling anxiety and building confidence, with several students passing first time after 20-24 lessons. Daytime lessons from £48/hour or £450 for a 10-hour block; evenings and weekends at £55/hour or £520 for 10 hours. Test day car hire costs £145, with mock tests available at £144 for a full 3-hour session including pickup, introduction, and debrief.Multiple five-star reviews highlight an instructor known for settling anxiety and building confidence, with several students passing first time after 20-24...
SDWA Driving School
£37/hour for automatic lessons on weekdays, or £350 for a 10-hour block deal. Motorway and Pass Plus courses also available, with instructors focused on building confidence through patient, supportive teaching. Testimonials highlight their effective methods and friendly approach to helping learners pass first time.£37/hour for automatic lessons on weekdays, or £350 for a 10-hour block deal. Motorway and Pass Plus courses also available, with instructors focused on...
J & I Driving School
Established in East London with deep knowledge of local test routes across Goodmayers, Barking, Wanstead, Chingford and Loughton. Competitive pricing at £31.50/hour for 2-hour lessons, or £31/hour within a 10-hour block at £310, with flexible evening and weekend availability plus Pass Plus courses on offer.Established in East London with deep knowledge of local test routes across Goodmayers, Barking, Wanstead, Chingford and Loughton. Competitive pricing at...
JD Driving School
Instructor since 1991 with 35 years' experience teaching nervous and beginner learners to drive with confidence. £39.50/hour for daytime lessons, or £310.50 for 9 hours and £340 for 10 hours on weekday block deals; test car hire available for £120–£150. High first-time pass rate with strong reviews highlighting patience, clear explanations, and a focus on building both skills and mindset.Instructor since 1991 with 35 years' experience teaching nervous and beginner learners to drive with confidence. £39.50/hour for daytime lessons, or £310.50 for...
The London Driving School
High pass rates with flexible payment options, including 0% interest monthly instalments. £42 per hour or £400 for a 10-hour block, with a 20-hour semi-intensive package at £760. Pick-up and drop-off at your preferred location, and you can use your own car if you prefer.High pass rates with flexible payment options, including 0% interest monthly instalments. £42 per hour or £400 for a 10-hour block, with a 20-hour...
UNO Driving School
95% first-time pass rate with specialist support for anxious learners, those with disabilities, and repeated test failures. Single 1-hour lessons from £45, or 10-hour blocks at £350 and 20-hour blocks at £695, with motorway and Pass Plus courses also available. Over 20 years' experience and 100% of recently passed pupils recommend them.95% first-time pass rate with specialist support for anxious learners, those with disabilities, and repeated test failures. Single 1-hour lessons from £45, or...
Skill2Pass Driving School
£38 per hour for hourly lessons with no hidden charges, plus intensive courses tailored to your timeline and local test centre. Local instructors conduct lessons in your area without piggy-backing (where the next pupil cuts into your time), and the school's car is available for your test. A first lesson is free when you call to book.£38 per hour for hourly lessons with no hidden charges, plus intensive courses tailored to your timeline and local test centre. Local instructors conduct...
Premier UK Driving School
With 23 years' experience and 150+ instructors across South London, Premier UK Driving School offers £38 first lessons for both manual and automatic learners. Specializing in intensive courses, Fast Track refresher programs for returning drivers, and lessons tailored for overseas drivers, they serve Croydon, Kingston, Sutton, Mitcham, Bromley, Lewisham, Wandsworth, and surrounding areas.With 23 years' experience and 150+ instructors across South London, Premier UK Driving School offers £38 first lessons for both manual and automatic learners....
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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 |