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  • driveJohnson's driving school in Darlington has driving instructors who will cater to all abilities and needs regarding your driving lessons.
  • Did you know we have the highest review score for a national driving school on Trustpilot, averaging 4.9 out of 5?
  • Our driving instructors are all local. They'll show you the popular test routes, tricky areas and help you get familiar with the roads in Darlington.
  • driveJohnson's is the number 1 driving school in the local area: we also offer driving lessons in Stockton-on-Tees and Yarm!
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If you are unhappy for any reason, please let us know, and we will do our best to fix your problem. You might find this challenging learning with an independent driving school in Darlington. Rest assured we have an office team to help you!


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  • Avoid the booking agents and learn with a local instructor. We are the only national driving school that can promise not to sub your hard-earned money to non driveJohnson's instructors.
  • Receive mock tests with a test route specialist as you approach your driving test. Our instructors are trained to know all of the test routes at the two driving test centres in Darlington as well as those nearby.
  • At driveJohnson's, we boast a pass rate double the average for your area. We can achieve this only by having fantastic driving instructors in Darlington on our team.

Extras that other driving schools just can't offer

  • Loyalty programme - lots of free resources as your progress with your learning
  • Learners app - where you can observe your instructor feedback and more
  • Access downloadable test routes
  • We never outsource your lessons like the intensive course companies - receive a loyal driveJohnson's instructor!
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How much do driving lessons cost in Darlington?

Our first time pass rate in Darlington Show more
Our 1st time pass rate in your area 92.4% Over the last 12 months
Nearest test centre to Darlington Show more

Nearest test centres to Darlington

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 Darlington Driving Test Centre Driving Test Centre

1st time pass rates

2022-23 57.0%
2021-22 55.0%
2020-21 62.7%

DVSA Middlesbrough Driving Test Centre Driving Test Centre

1st time pass rates

2022-23 49.7%
2021-22 52.6%
2020-21 53.3%

DVSA Northallerton Driving Test Centre Driving Test Centre

1st time pass rates

2022-23 50.9%
2021-22 60.2%
2020-21 56.3%
Useful driving test tip for Darlington Show more

Useful driving test tip for Darlington

Use this rule for your mirrors and you won’t miss many hazards at all!

 
  • Check the interior mirror before you touch your brake pedal.
  • Check the interior mirror (minimum, door mirrors if necessary) just before you go to press the gas after slowing down.
  • Check your interior mirror any time you see a developing hazard or junction.
  • Check your interior mirror and relevant door mirror before you change direction or signal.

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

Frequently asked questions...

I've tried driving lessons before but had a bad time, and now I feel scared to try again. Will your driving instructors be kind?

Sorry to hear you had a bad experience. Please be assured though that all of our driving instructors at driveJohnson's are kind, friendly and patient. They will work with you to help build up your confidence at a pace that works for you.

Having a bad experience can make you worry that you will always hate driving lessons, but we promise that, if you give us a shot, we will do our absolute best to turn that around!

What can I expect from my driving lessons in Darlington?

In your first lesson, your driving instructor will work to establish where you are at and then plan your lessons accordingly, working to build up your skills and confidence at a pace that you are comfortable with. Your instructor will cover the basics first and take you to practice in quieter areas of Darlington, ensuring that you are completely happy with these before moving on. Once the basics are under your belt, you will move on to busier areas, including the main A roads and town centre.

There are two driving test centres in Darlington - one on Banks Road and the other in High Point Business Park. Most learners choose the test centre that they are closest to but many also simply choose a nearby test centre that has the shortest wait time. This can be discussed with your driving instructor as they will be local to the Darlington area and therefore be able to advise on what they think would work best for you.

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Where to find us

driveJohnson's Darlington, Northgate, Darlington, DL1 1NR
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