Driving Lessons In Harrogate

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Welcome To driveJohnson’s Driving School In Harrogate

  • Take quality driving lessons in Harrogate with our well-established driving school!
  • We offer bespoke driving lessons in Harrogate starting at just £37 for a lesson!
  • Our driving school in Harrogate has a very high first time pass rate over double the national average!
  • We've helped hundreds of local students to pass with class, from Harrogate College, Rossett School Sixth Form, Harrogate Ladies College and Harrogate Grammar, to name a few!
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Expert Driving Instructors In Harrogate

Learn With The Number 1 Driving School

  • Our driving school in Harrogate is well-established and trusted in the local area. Check out our Hall of Fame to see some of our happy customers!
  • All of driveJohnson's driving instructors in Harrogate are local to the area. They will teach you all the main test routes for Knaresborough, Horsforth and other local test centres.
  • Join the hundreds of students from Harrogate College, Harrogate Ladies College, local Sixth Forms, and others, who have passed with our driving school!

Automatic Driving Lessons In Harrogate

  • Need to pass quickly? Why not try lessons with one of our automatic driving instructors in Harrogate? 8 out of 10 of our automatic customers pass first time!
  • Our dedicated automatic driving instructors in Harrogate will help you pass fast. We have great deals on all automatic lessons and block bookings!
  • All of our driving instructors in Harrogate are test route specialists. Each one is DBS-checked, DVSA-approved and observed by a company trainer at least twice a year plus the DVSA’s standards check.

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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Rated 5 out of 5

Based on 20 customer reviews

A couple bumps at the beginning but that's expected after u settle in with Dan it's smooth riding. he's good on describing the complicated mauvers and showing them, and very friendly and patient

Lovely guy and a great instructor. Would absolutely recommend.

I passed my test yesterday with Drive Johnsons. If I made a mistake my instructor was professionally correct me and never got annoyed.

I was recommended to learn with Darius by a friend and I am so glad I did as I got to pass on my first attempt after only 10 hours.

Thanks passed quickly thanks to Dan. Passed first time. Cheers for everything!

My instructor was a brilliant instructor. I enjoyed each of my lessons. He explained everything in great detail and I passed me test first time.

Thanks to Darius and Drive Johnson I have been able to pass my test both first time and with no minors.

It was a pleasure working with my instructor she was very supportive of my needs. Thank you for everything.

I was given drive johnsons number from my cousin who passed with them and I am so happy that I did as Darius helped me to pass after 25 ours and thanks to them I aced my emergency stop on my test.

Great instructor, he is patient, calm and adaptable - from a nervous beginned to passing first time - Thank you!

Test Tip Of The Month For Harrogate

When you are on the independent driving part of the test, it's common to miss your mirrors and signalling when listening to and following the satnav. Remember, every time you hear a new direction, be prepared to check your mirrors and put a signal on if needed.

Darius Bodaj

Driving instructor in Harrogate

Useful Driving Test Tip For Harrogate

Many learners fail their manoeuvre because they rush it. They get concerned about keeping other road users waiting. It's good to be considerate of other road users, but on your test, you have got to go nice and slow so you have time to do all the observations needed. The faster you do the manoeuvre, the faster your observations should be. You know what to do - keep your speed slow, so you have time to observe!

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Anthony Johnson

Grade A, 51/51 ORDIT registered

Frequently asked questions...

When taking your driving lessons in Harrogate, you will begin by learning the basics of driving here and developing your skills. However, when it comes to taking your driving test, you will likely do this in Knaresborough.

Due to needing to take your driving test in Knaresborough, your driving instructor will begin to teach you there. We ensure that all of our instructors do this as it allows you to become comfortable with both the test routes and any tricky roads you may encounter.

Firstly, let us reassure you that you do not need to be concerned. At driveJohnson's, our driving instructors in Harrogate are all very friendly and highly trained to put you at ease. We also have driving instructors locally who specialise in teaching learners with autism, so just let our Bookings Team know if you would like to be assigned to one of these when you book your driving lessons.

For further information, we have a helpful guide on learning to drive with autism that you can take a look at.

We understand that some of our learners would prefer to learn to drive with a woman driving instructor and we have expert female driving instructors in Harrogate offering driving lessons in the town. If you would prefer to learn to drive with a woman driving instructor in the area, just let our friendly Bookings Team know on 0330 124 4877 and they will pair you with a local female instructor with availability.

Yes, we have driving instructors in the area who offer lessons from 7am in the morning to 8pm at night and also on the weekends. If you would prefer to have your driving lessons at any of these times, just let our friendly Bookings and Enquiries Team know and they will book you in with a driving instructor in the area who can help.

As you know Harrogate is a lovely town with many busy areas in the centre. When you start with our driving school in Harrogate with us we will tailor your lessons and practice areas to suit your current ability.

If you are a beginner, then your Grade A approved driveJohnson's instructor may start your lesson in areas such as Bilton or the Duchy estate. Once you have grasped the basics and your confidence is up we will then venture out, driving around the town before we head to Knaresbrough or another nearby test centre to prepare you for your test.

We welcome learners at all stages of driving from beginners, intermediate or those with a test coming up or recently failed. If you are reading this and you are unhappy with your existing instructor at another driving school then we can offer a second opinion through our famous 2-hour assessment lesson, which is currently on offer.

Our 1st time pass rate in your area 91.3% Over the last 12 months

Nearest test centres to Harrogate

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 Knaresborough Driving Test Centre

Ground Floor Unit 9, Grimbald Crag Court, St James Business Park, Knaresborough HG5 8QB

1st time pass rates

2023-24 56.6%
2022-23 52.9%
2021-22 52.7%

DVSA Horsforth Driving Test Centre

Room 013 Woodside House, 261 Low Lane, Horsforth, Leeds LS18 5NY

1st time pass rates

2023-24 50.3%
2022-23 49.8%
2021-22 48.9%

DVSA Walton Driving Test Centre

Wighill Lane, Walton, Wetherby LS23 7DU

1st time pass rates

2023-24 54.0%
2022-23 53.4%
2021-22 55.4%

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driveJohnson's Harrogate, Middlesmore House, Langcliffe Avenue East, Harrogate, HG2 8JD
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