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  • Struggling with manual? Try our automatic driving lessons in Guildford. 8 out of 10 of our automatic customers pass first time!
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What do people think about driveJohnson's?

Rated 5 out of 5

Based on 15 customer reviews

My two step-children had received lessons elsewhere already but it didn’t seem like they were making much progress. Once we found Damian though everything was great! Excellent communication, clear objectives for each lesson, and most importantly two passes at the end of it! Damian went out of his way to fit in some extra lessons which we really appreciated, and he adapted to my step-kids' different ways of learning. Very happy to recommend him!

Amanda was an amazing instructor and thanks to her I was able to pass first time and after just 16 hours of lessons.

Thanks to Amanda, I was able to pass my test after just 14 hours, and it feels amazing to have started the year by passing my test and getting a new car.

If I hadn't learned with Naila I wouldn't have been able to have passed my test in just 18 hours and be on the road to get my own car.

Great instructor and if you want to pass in an automatic car then you have to learn with Naila.

A lovely instructor and a great person to teach. She is amazing at detailing what you need to do and the best way to do it. It was great to be taught by her and if anyone needs to learn, make sure you pick Amanda!

I can't believe I have passed my test as we have gone into the New Year! Thank you for everything Naila.

Make sure you learn with Amanda, she helped me to pass my test and master my parallel park.

I was struggling to learn to drive in a manual so I switched to automatic with Naila and it was a great decision, I loved our lessons and she helped me pass after just 15 hours with her.

Thank you so much for getting me sorted for my test, it was amazing to have lessons with you and I can't wait to get my own car!

An amazing instructor who makes all learners feel safe and relaxed. With excellent teaching techniques that enabled me to pass 1st time. Would 100% recommend !

Great instructor, and I couldn't recommend her highly enough.

I loved learning to drive with driveJohnson's! My experience with Damian as my instructor was great! He was patient with me, despite my many mistakes, and his calm, friendly demeanour helped me feel more at ease and all in all, I learnt a lot with him as my instructor! Thank you so much, Damian!

I can't recommend Amanda enough, she is a brilliant instructor and I would recommend her to anyone that wants to pass their lessons.

When it came to learning to drive I was really struggling but then I switched to Amanda and thankfully she help to revolutionise my confidence and get me a pass.

Our first time pass rate in Guildford Show more
Our 1st time pass rate in your area 91.4% Over the last 12 months
Nearest test centre to Guildford Show more

Nearest test centres to Guildford

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 Guildford Driving Test Centre

Slyfield Industrial Estate, off Moorfield Road, Guildford GU1 1SA

1st time pass rates

2023-24 48.7%
2022-23 44.6%
2021-22 42.8%

DVSA Chertsey (London) Driving Test Centre

Unit 4, The Forum, Hanworth Lane, Chertsey KT16 9JX

1st time pass rates

2023-24 53.5%
2022-23 49.9%
2021-22 49.4%

DVSA Farnborough Driving Test Centre

35 Hercules Way, Aerospace Boulevard, Unit C1, Cirrus, Farnborough GU14 6UU

1st time pass rates

2023-24 58.4%
2022-23 55.8%
2021-22 57.2%
Instructor tip of the month Show more

Test tip of the month for Guildford

You have a 1 in 3 chance of being asked to do the emergency stop. If you are asked to do this, the examiner will explain this to you when the car is stationary. You will most likely notice your examiner looking over their shoulder when the car is moving. This is to double-check it’s safe, so be ready. When they look over their shoulder, they are about to ask you to stop!

Damian Joseph - driving instructor in Guildford

Useful driving test tip for Guildford Show more

Useful driving test tip for Guildford

Take your time on your manoeuvre so you can keep your head moving around in all directions. If you see anything coming towards you be prepared to stop; remember it’s their priority. If you stop, don’t forget to look all around you before you start moving again. Lastly, don’t stare in the door mirrors. You can glance in them quickly only to see where you are and what you need to do with your direction.

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

Frequently asked questions...

What will happen on my first driving lesson in Guildford?

As a beginner, you'll start your driving lessons in an area away from the town centre, somewhere quiet and less busy, so you don't have to deal with stressful situations. A few residential areas in Guildford meet these criteria, including Stoughton, Abbotswood and Onslow Village. These areas are great because they have lots of adjoining roads for you to practise turning left, right and emerge at T-junctions. Learn how to do this well in a quiet area and you'll have no problem doing it when it's busier.

Once you're a more confident driver, you can head into town and tackle roads like the A3 and A25 - where lane discipline and knowledge of where you are going are important. You'll also head to the north of Guildford to cover the areas surrounding the Driving Test Centre, learning to carry out your manoeuvres in the driving test hotspots. Your fully qualified driveJohnson's instructor will get you familiar with the test routes in and around Guildford and give you tips and tricks for the most complicated areas. Being familiar with the driving test routes can help with your test day nerves, as there'll be nothing on the test you haven't come across before.

Can I take lessons whilst studying at the University of Surrey?

Yes, you can take your driving lessons in Guildford whilst studying with us. We will make sure that we work your lessons around your timetable.

All of our driving instructors in Guildford have worked with several students and are fully capable of being flexible with your lessons. All you have to do is let us know when and where you need to take lessons to fit your schedule.

Can I be picked up after my university lectures have finished and dropped off at my halls after lessons?

When it comes to taking lessons with us, all our driving instructors in Guildford are flexible with arranging your driving lessons, meaning you can start and finish in different locations. All of our driving instructors are fully flexible and will make sure that your lessons work around your schedule.

When it comes to finishing in another location, we ask that you let your instructor know that you plan on finishing in another location when you book your lesson. The reason for this is so that it gives the instructor enough time to plan out your lesson and the lessons of their following student.

Where should I take my driving test?

The nearest test centre is in Guildford itself, located on Slyfield Industrial Estate, Moorfield Road. If you have been taking driving lessons in Guildford, then this is likely to be where you take your test.

The test centre can be found off Woking Road, and if you have been taught by our driving instructors in Guildford, you will be familiar with any test routes that may come up. Our instructors will make sure that you not only know where the test centre is, but they will also make sure you are fully prepared before you take your test.

Do you offer mock driving tests in Guildford?

Yes, we do. Our driving instructors in Guildford will offer mock tests to you so that you can get a feel for how your driving test will go and any skills that you might need to strengthen ahead of the day. You can then feel confident that you are fully prepared and able to tackle any challenge you may face on your test.

How long will it take to pass my driving test?

This varies from person to person, depending on factors such as previous experience, confidence and so on. However, we can tell you that, on average, a complete beginner with us will require 26 hours of driving tuition before they are test ready, though this can be considerably less or more. Rest assured that our driving instructors will always do their best to help you pass fast as they teach you to become a safe and confident driver.

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driveJohnson's Guildford, Tunsgate, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 3QS
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