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Rated 4.99 out of 5

Based on 111 customer reviews

Couldn't of asked for a better driving instructor, i'd highly reccomend to anyone!

He gave me great support and also gave me great confidence in my driving skills.

Thanks once again Don!

Owen.

A great man and teacher. Chad shows professionalism and a range of knowledge in every lesson making you feel at ease that you are in the best hands.

Donovan is a great driving structor who I would highly recommend without hesitation he is amicable and made me feel at ease he gave me the confidence and knowledge to allow me to pass my test first time with only one miner for not indercating into the test centre (my fault) if your'e looking for a instructor for yourself or your children then don russle is the guy to go to!

Very good instructor with loads of experience. Good technique, skill and sharp humour.

YESSSS!!!!! I passed my test with only ONE minor fault.

When I met Don first time for an assessment I immediately knew he was the type of instructor I was looking for. His approachable personality and great sense of humour made me feel at ease.
I just can't thank Don enough for his invaluable teachings and insights.
I highly recommend Don to whoever is looking for an instructor.
Thanks again Don - You are the BEST !!!

Amazing, friendly and supportive driving instructor with a great sense of humour. Don was really reassuring. Thank you!!

Dos is a top guy ,
Moved from Italy last year was struggling with other driving instructor, but then came across don after hearing from a friend
He's a great guy and has got such a great asset to the department of transport
Grazie Mille don!

A friend told me about Don and said how great he was. Never once did he make me feel like quitting and i passed first time. I would highly recommend him to everyone that's how good he his.

Great instructor, good sense of humour. Would recommend to all the nervous (and not so nervous) learners out there :)

When I first started taking lessons with Don I was a terrified learner (trainee as Don prefers to call it) driver and I have just passed my test with only 3 minors! I couldn't have done it without Don! Lessons with him are engaging and fun. He has a way of making you feel at ease, but at the same time not letting any bad driving practice slip through the net. He is very encouraging and does not ask you take any more lessons than you need, a rare trait! He keeps calm in what could be potentially really stressful situations, and really treats you like you're one of his cadets- he took the trouble to come in and try and jumpstart our car when it broke down, without asking anything for it. My husband is now taking lessons with him, and I would whole heartedly recommend him to anyone!! Thanks coach! :D

after failing my test 4 times with another company I came to Johnsons for a fresh start and im so lucky I did as my instructor paul gave it his all to help me pass.

I got my son some lessons from driveJohnsons, it was really simple to call & get them as a gift and they managed to arrange for Paul to arrive on his 17th Birthday for his first lesson. Ever since, he is ecstatic when he arrives home from his lessons and is feeling very optimistic about passing sooner rather than later, all thanks to Paul!

Alhamdulillah I passed my test today! With a special thanks to Don who gave me encouragement strength and belief ! Definitely recommend him! Thanks a lot Don!

I passed first time with Don as did my brother who recommended him to me in the first place! Don is an amazing instructor and wastes no time! I've already recommended him to many people and will continue to do so!

I phoned the drive Johnsons office and spoke to a really bubbly lady who advised me to take 2 hours per lesson which is brilliant advice because I would never learn in just a 1 hour lesson so anyway after 34 hours I passed my practical which I’m so happy with.

Don does his job so well and you can see he's so passionate about it. Amazing funny guy and he will have you passed in no time!

Don is an excellent instructor and I'd recommend him to anyone. He'll recognise your driving weaknesses quickly, show you how to correct the problems and you'll practice until you're comfortable and confident.

Was so nervous to start driving but Paul instantly made me feel at ease and safe. Paul is so good at what he does and helped me learn so quickly. Can't thank you enough!

The best driving instructor you could possibly ask for!
Very patient, lovely, and has great methods of teaching which really help you to learn exactly what you need in a short space of time. Don knows exactly what is needed of you in the test and never fails to better your driving skills with each lesson, I'm so pleased that I passed and couldn't have done it without him. Plenty of jokes and tunes throughout the lessons to lighten the mood!
You'll see me again for pass plus, thank you :)

Don is the best instructor I could of found. He came highly recommended. Don was very calm and keen to push me to learn to drive as fast and safely as possible. Could of done it this soon without Don.

Cheers Don

Hector

Drive Johnson’s & Coach are proving to be giants of this profession,it’s been one of the significant epochs of our time.

Thanks drive Johnsons, special thanks to Coach for teaching me and ensuring I focus and improve my driving every lesson. I passed my test first time! Thanks again drive Johnson, would recommend Don to any potential trainee looking to pass.

. Don's freindly and relaxed style made the learning process a pleasurable one. I couldn't recommend the man more, looking forward to continued learning out on the road. You'd do well to have him instruct you... Can't stress this enough: MONEY WELL SPENT.(I'm proper tight , so belive it!)

Very useful instruction which helped me a lot since coming to this country and passed my test first attempt.

Passed my test today and wouldn’t have been able to do it without Don. He has been brilliant, from lessons to preparing for my test. 100% Recommend.

Don taught all three of us sisters to drive and we passed within six months of each other, which, in all truth, is probably his most masterful achievement to date. Don matches oratorical fireworks of advice with a sense of humour, mischief and slight exaggeration which is likely unparalleled in a driving instructor. He's quite excellent at the actual teaching part too, if you rate that sort of thing. We will all miss his technical skill and observations, the provision of free water and the occasional offering of chewing gum. Most of all we will miss his own unique brand of personal wisdom, and cannot recommend him highly enough.

Was so impressed with the drive 1st time pass...,was on it from the off!!
The high tempo approach was effective.
If I'm honest it'll go down as one of my most fluent performances behind the wheel.
Special thanks to drive johnson's & coach superb combination.

Don is the best instructor anyone could ever ask for!
He was the only one to support me in this long journey. When I started I was so insicure and scared but Dons' great teaching abilities, and of course his great sense of humour made it all so fun and easy. I always looked forward to having lessons with him.

Thank you so much Don, I could not have done this without you! I'm so happy to have passed my driving test but most importantly I'm so happy that I've found a life long friend like you! :)

Simmy

Don is not only an exceptional driving instructor but also a great personality. He provides encouragement, instills confidence in your abilities and is especially good at identifying your weakest points in order to help you become a safe driver. I passed in under 24 one-hour driving lessons and with only 2 minors - from a complete novice to a confident driver. Don's pass rate speaks for itself and his experience really is a credit to Oxfordshire.

Passed my test with just 2 faults today! So happy and grateful to my instructor. He has been great and really encouraged me in my lessons. Even when i wasn't the best of learners and made so many mistakes. If you are looking to learn to drive you wont go wrong with Chad.

Absolutely amazing instructor and would highly recommend. All the reviews are true. Got a nervous middle aged woman to pass ready and feeling much more confident very quickly indeed.

I passed my test today with Chad at Drive Johnson’s it was my first ever company and I passed first time BUZZING!!

Don is the best instructor I could wish for. He is supportive, patient and knows how to make you feel confident behind the wheel. He has a relaxed approach but he will push you where he thinks he should. It was very enjoyable learning with him which I'm sure helped me pass my test first time. I would highly recommend him to everyone. Thank you very much for everything!!!

I was super nervous about driving but Don quickly put me at ease, was patient and encouraging and didn't fail to make me laugh when I needed to calm down! Couldn't have passed my test without his support. I would (and have already) recommended him to others!

Amazing tutor! Very patient and calm. Would recommend to anyone

Amazing driving instructor felt very comfortable, always so cheerful and never in a bad mood. Would 100% recommend him to anyone of all ages. So glad he was my driving instructor!!!!! Can't recommend him enough.

My parents had brought me a voucher for some lessons for my Birthday so I could start my lessons and im so glad they found Drive Johnsons as I passed my test today with 3 minor faults.

Don was the best instructor I could have hoped for, I always felt relaxed and positive when learning with him, which I am sure helped me to pass on my first attempt. I would always look forward to my lessons with him, as he was so cheery and patient with me. I would recommend him to anyone learning to drive, thank you so much!

From first lesson I knew Don was the driving instructor for me. Doesnt waste your time or money. Pushes you but at the same time makes you feel at ease. I am a late driver and was very nervous but Don got me on the road in a few months and now im all over the place. Recommend him whole heartedly if you want an instructor who not only wants you to pass as soon as your ready, but wants you to be the best driver. Go with Don!

If there was an option for 6 stars, I would be more than happy to give them.

I really enjoyed my driving lessons in Oxford with Don. Passed first time! Thanks :)

Don was a committed, attentive and dedicated coach who instructed me through trial and error, mistakes and bad habits. Don always made it very clear from the start that he really wanted his students to understand what it meant to be a good and sensible driver on the road and not just take lessons purely as a means of passing quickly and with that short sighted view in mind.

I would like to thank Don for the patience, enthusiasm and exceptional instruction he brought to my driving - my confidence on the road has improved- and would I recommend him to anyone looking for good quality teaching. Hats off and thanks to you Don and the many drivers you have seen through this important milestone!

Don is a great instructor I had an international licence and needed to pass my uk test and Don was recommended to me by my wifes friends. He is calm, patient, very helpful and gave me great confidence, I had about 10 hours of lessons with Don and passed first time.

Don is an amazing instructor! Having no previous driving experience he took the time to go through everything in detail and got me through my test first time! I would and will do, highly recommend Don for anyone thinking about driving. He's calm and always makes it a friendly experience which makes it easier to learn. Much appreciated for all you help.

Dom is a brilliant instructor. Having had no experience of driving and doing a semi intensive course (18 hours in 5 days) I passed first time. He is very good at what he does because he is understanding, patient, calm, cares and believes in his clients. I heard about Dom when I was on a bus heading home and two girls where talking about an instructor one had and saying how great their experience was with learning to drive. If you need an instructor look no further Dom is you man.

I Booked an assessment lesson which was brilliant as the instructor assessed me and gave me some feedback on how I got on he advised me I needed around 30 lessons which luckily I passed first time with Drive Johnsons.

Don is a really great driving instructor. He is reassuring, patient and honest and I really recomend him as an instructor!

Paul Houghton is a honest and helpful instructor. I learned a lot from him. I was able to clear my test in first attempt.

Patience, humor, challenge and a deep knowledge of how to pass the test. Don knew when to push me and when to shut up! He is a natural born coach. The rumors are true: he really is the best instructor in the UK!

Thank you for helping me pass first time :)

Eleri

Don has been a great driving instructor over the months the best I have ever had. Upon getting in the car with him for the first time I knew he will be the coach to get me through and pass the first prestigious time. I highly recommend Don is one of a kind driving instructor and I will continue to tell all my friends and family about him. Sadly our ways have to part now as tears where shed It was a happy yet emotional day . 10/10 genuine down to earth guy I'm glad to have met him . Will take his great advice with me to the grave .
Fair well my Coach

Our first time pass rate in Abingdon Show more
Our 1st time pass rate in your area 92% Over the last 12 months
Nearest test centre to Abingdon Show more

Nearest test centres to Abingdon

Check out the average local pass rates for your nearest test centre below.
Our first time pass rate is much higher than the averages below.


DVSA Oxford u2013 Cowley Driving Test Centre

James Wolfe Road, Cowley, Oxford OX4 2PY

1st time pass rates

2023-24 43.2%
2022-23 46.4%
2021-22 49.2%

DVSA Newbury (Hambridge Lane) Driving Test Centre

Hambridge Lane, Newbury RG14 5TZ

1st time pass rates

2023-24 52.9%
2022-23 52.9%
2021-22 59.4%

DVSA Reading Driving Test Centre

220 Elgar Road South, Reading RG2 0BW

1st time pass rates

2023-24 47.9%
2022-23 54.3%
2021-22 53.3%
Instructor tip of the month Show more

Test tip of the month for Abingdon

Remember that speed limits are not a target: they are the limit. You should drive at a speed which is suited to the road type, weather and traffic conditions.

Don Russell - driving instructor in Abingdon

Useful driving test tip for Abingdon Show more

Useful driving test tip for Abingdon

Moving off with the handbrake on is a fairly common reason for failing your test. Many learners don’t release the handbrake fully when moving off then, 5-10 seconds later, the car starts to make a beeping noise. At this point, you have probably failed your test. Look out for the handbrake sign on your display panel just as you move off.

Anthony Johnson Avatar Anthony Johnson - Grade A, 51/51 ORDIT registered

Frequently asked questions...

Do you have female driving instructors in Abingdon?

Yes, we do. We are pleased to have some fantastic women driving instructors in Abingdon on our team. If you would prefer to learn to drive with a female driving instructor, just let our friendly Bookings and Enquiries Team know and they will pair you with a woman instructor at a timeslot that suits you.

Where will I be starting my driving lessons in Abingdon?

If you live in the historic market town of Abingdon and you are looking to drive for the first time then we have local instructors who can help you on your doorstep. Because they know the area well, there would be no need to drive away from the town until you have mastered the basics and your confidence is up. A good practice area for beginners is Boulter Drive and the roads off it where it's nice and quiet. Here you can master the foundations, including moving off and stopping, clutch control and turning left and right, before tackling busier roads.

Why should I choose to learn to drive with driveJohnson's driving school in Abingdon?

With our network of highly-rated, flexible driving instructors in Abingdon, there’s really no need to look at any other driving school.

driveJohnson's driving school in Abingdon will get you to test-ready standard as soon as possible. With experience in many areas surrounding Abingdon, such as Shippon and Culham, we’ll start you off on roads that are familiar until you feel ready to tackle busier roads, such as the A40.

We also offer driving lessons in many of the surrounding areas, including driving lessons in Oxford and Newbury.

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Where to find us

driveJohnson's Abingdon, High Street, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 5AX
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