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Number 1 Driving School in Plaistow

  • Learn with a driving school in Plaistow that cares. Our overall feedback score is 9 out of 10!
  • Pass faster than average with our driving school in Plaistow. We have an average pass time of just 26 hours!
  • Every student can track their progress on our App and see their lessons notes, watch videos and more!
  • Our driving school in Plaistow offers full customer support, both over the phone and online, along with dedicated driving instructors.
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Automatic Driving Lessons in Plaistow

  • Need to pass quickly? Try our automatic driving lessons in Plaistow. 8 out of 10 of our automatic customers pass first time!
  • We call our pupils after their first lesson for feedback. The biggest feedback we receive from our automatic customers is they felt relaxed in their first lesson.
  • We have male and female automatic driving instructors in Plaistow with easy-to-drive and manoeuvre automatic vehicles for you to learn in.

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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What do people think about driveJohnson's?

Rated 4.99 out of 5

Based on 91 customer reviews

I had great driving lessons with Hassan and thanks to him I have passed in just 17 hours of lessons.

I wasn't sure about using a bigger driving school because of all the things you read online, but after being let down SIX times in a row by someone else, I called driveJohnson's to book my first lesson just so I could get the ball rolling. Ahmad did my lesson and we got on like a house on fire, and now after 15 hours with him I'm looking at booking my test for next month - great instructor!

when I call drive johnson, they say they have good instructing in my city in london. i ask them if they can give me the best person that they have in this city and i get given ahmad. he do my lessons and i pass my test yesterday now i am ready to drive anywhere thanks to the best instructor!!

Fantastic instructor, calm and relaxed but never complacent. Lots of great conversation and non-stressful drives. Also did my pass plus with Ahmad!

So far I've done about 7 hours with Ahmad. The lessons are good and I feel like I've done loads already, and he's said as well that I'll probably only need like 15 or 20 more hours before I'm ready to go for my test. Really glad I got given Ahmad and will make sure I recommend all my friends to go with him as well.

I had an exceptional experience learning to drive with Ahmad. From the very start, he made me feel at ease, offering clear guidance and consistent support throughout every lesson. Ahmad’s calm and patient approach helped me build confidence behind the wheel, and his thorough feedback was invaluable in refining my skills. His professionalism and friendly demeanor made every lesson enjoyable, and I always looked forward to our sessions. Thanks to his expert teaching, I passed my test first time. I highly recommend Ahmad to anyone looking for a top-notch instructor.

A professional instructor who brings the best out you, builds up confidence and passion for driving. A very knowledgeable person outside of driving. A person who is an instructor and a mentor. Highly recommend anyone to learn with Ahmad.

Had a great time learning to drive with Albab, would definitely recommend.

Spent a lot of hours with Ahmad, and definitely because I wasn't confident in my driving. However, Ahmad was always present to correct my errors and point out where I could improve, even if the lessons were long and I kept repeating the mistakes over and over. I'm glad to say that I passed and I'm grateful that I had an instructor like Ahmad that enabled me to be confident not just in the test, but also in becoming a better driver.

Ahmad is an amazing teacher. Every lesson was such a joy. He is calm and reassuring, and I felt like I could actually make mistakes, get feedback, learn and improve, while enjoying the whole process. Ahmad is an excellent driver, and could notice the slightest mistakes in my driving and instantly deliver feedback in such a way that I never felt bad. I passed the exam the first time with a couple minors after 2 months of lessons, and more importantly, feel very confident on the road while driving.

I had 10 hours of driving lessons with Ahmed in preparation for moving to the US because I wanted some manual experience. I found him to be calm and considerate allowing me to work at my own pace to become familiar with driving. I’ll keep his number incase I ever come back to the UK and need a manual driving instructor!

My son has been doing lessons for around 2 months with drive johnsons. He loves his lessons and always impresses me with the amount he has learnt in each of his 2 hour lessons. I feel that I chose the best place, and will certainly recommend them to others needing lessons.

Abdul is an exceptional driving instructor in London. His calm and patient demeanour helped me build confidence on the road. He provided clear instructions and tailored the lessons to my learning style.

Loved learning to drive with Hassan and if you need to pass make sure you choose to learn with him.

Ahmad is the best instructor. Honestly 5 stars isn’t enough to describe how good this man is at teaching other people how to drive.

Quality lessons and a great instructor who knew the test routes that I would face.

wicked instructor!! i've been doing lessons ffor ages n ahmad assessed me, did another 6 hours with me n we booked the test. i passed it n that wouldnt of been possible if it werent for ahmad!! sound guy, easy lessons and prices were decent.

Hassan is an absolutely amazing instructor, he always kept me nice and calm when I was learning to drive and thanks to him I was able to pass my test on my first attempt after just 26 hours of lessons with not a single minor.

Abdul is an outstanding driving instructor in London. He was reliable, flexible with scheduling, and had a wealth of knowledge about the driving test requirements. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for driving lessons.

Hossain is a fantastic driving instructor who will help you pass quickly and build up your driving confidence, I'd recommend him to anyone!

Had a great time learning to drive with Ahmad. A very good teacher always calm and relaxed but safe. Overall just a good person that I enjoyed spending time with and am grateful for him helping me pass.

Ahmad is a very supportive and friendly instructor. I passed with him today after 8 lessons he identifies your weak spots and gives you tips on how to improve them which he did with me.
Can’t thank him enough thank you so much Ahmad.

I started my driving journey with Ahmad in 2021 and he has been an amazing teacher. With patience and great lessons he has taken me from a complete beginner level to a pass! I can’t thank Ahmad enough for his great help! He is extremely understanding, supportive, patient and I thoroughly enjoyed my lessons with him.

Learning to drive with Abdul was a positive and rewarding experience. He was supportive, encouraging, and helped me develop good driving habits. I highly recommend him as a driving instructor.

Ahmad is a very talented and sensitive teacher. I was terrified of driving after having made many mistakes over 20 years ago. Ahmad slowly built my confidence methodically and thoughtfully and with great results. Thanks Ahmad. A true pedagogue :)

Abdul is an amazing driving instructor. His vast knowledge of the London roads and test routes helped me become familiar with the area. I passed my test thanks to his guidance and support.

Ahmad taught my Son Daniel, who had previous experience of an instructor who was not up to standard and quite rude and negative. Ahmad showed professionalism and enthusiasm in teaching my Son. Very personable and knowledgeable. A good communicator.
Taught my Son well and showed confidence in him. My Son Daniel passed his test at Wanstead this morning.
Thank you very much Ahmad. I certainly recommend you to anyone who needs a compassionate and knowledgeable Instructor.

Where to start! If you are lucky enough to have Ahmed as your driving instructor, you are in safe hands. I started with him about a year ago having lost my confidence with driving. I didn’t enjoy it and never thought I’d pass. But Ahmed’s calm manner and meticulous standards meant that I grew to love driving, and passed my test first time. It was a pleasure to spend so many hours learning to drive with him, and I’ll miss our weekly car chats!

Thanks to lessons with Ahmad I passed my driving test first time. He is hard working, professional and willing to give lessons at times most instructors do not. Would recommend

Ahmad was an excellent driving instructor—extremely reliable and organized. He was always on time and prepared for each lesson. His friendly and professional approach made learning to drive a positive experience. Ahmad explained everything clearly and helped build my confidence. Thanks to him, I passed my driving test 1st time. Highly recommended!

Top instructor and couldn't recommend him enough.

Abdul's teaching style is outstanding. He broke down complex manoeuvres into manageable steps, making them easier to grasp. I highly recommend him for anyone looking to learn to drive in London.

I had a great time learning to drive with Abdul. He created a supportive and relaxed environment, which helped me feel comfortable during the lessons. His encouragement motivated me to succeed.

Abdul's knowledge and expertise as a driving instructor are exceptional. He was patient with me, even during challenging moments, and provided constructive feedback that helped me improve my skills.

Amazing instructor! Helped me pass 1st time.

Abdul is a highly skilled and knowledgeable driving instructor. He explained complex concepts in a simple manner, making it easier for me to understand. I highly recommend him for driving lessons in London.

Great teacher and has great techniques to help you learn the tips and tricks to learning to drive.

Ahmad has been such an incredible instructor!

He's friendly, patient and makes sure that you learn all the required techniques properly.

He helped me pass in 2021 and now through his guidance assisted me with my pass plus!

It's an absolute pleasure learning with Ahmad.

Passed first time. Ahmad made time for me and was very helpful. Very supportive and knowledgeable throughout each lesson. He was great company for all my 33hrs of lessons. Thanks again Ahmad

Hassan is an amazing instructor and he was great at braking down the issues that i had and helped to make me a confident driver who can tackle any situation.

I took refresher lessons with Ahmad after not having driven in a while, with little to no confidence in my driving skills and utterly nervous to go back behind the wheel. Ahmad’s support, guidance and patience helped me become a better driver and restored my full confidence when driving a car. I cannot thank and recommend him enough, both to new drivers as well as to those who haven’t driven in a while and would like to refresh their knowledge in a safe, supportive environment.

Having Hassan as an instructor was great! Learnt a lot and passed 1st time 😁

I had an outstanding experience with Ahmad as my driving instructor. From day one, he was patient, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive. He was always friendly and a joy to talk to. Ahmad has a unique ability to make you feel comfortable behind the wheel, He provided clear instructions, constructive feedback, and practical tips that significantly improved my driving skills. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and skilled driving instructor.

Ahmad is a great instructor, very patient and thorough. He provides you with the needed confidence in order to pass. I passed first time and I was extremely satisfied with his service.

I am so glad I had Ahmad to teach me to learn to drive. He is very friendly and nice, very knowledgable, calm and patient. I am not a naturally good driver, but Ahmad got me from almost always stalling at the traffic lights (when I started) to passing and getting complimented in my driving test and passing with only 1 minor. I enjoyed our chat (we had lots of good chats) and his sense of humour. I would recommend Ahmad to anyone, he is the best instructor, and a lovely person.

I will always thank Drive johnson for pairing me with Hassan, he is a great instructor and I will recommend him to anyone.

I fee truly blessed to have had Ahmad as my driving instructor. Having not driven for almost 7 years since getting my full license, I was apprehensive to return to driving again, as I wasn’t sure how quickly I’d adjust. Thankfully, Ahmad’s clear and calm approach meant that I felt so comfortable, I settled into driving again much sooner than I’d anticipated. Ahmad is a great communicator and super reliable as well as knowledgeable. He is the best instructor to learn from for a reason !! He knows the roads, is amazing at explaining things and will never let you make a mistake without having the opportunity to correct it. I feel more confident now than ever before and I know he will always be here for me if I need him. I would 100% recommend learning to drive with Ahmad.

Learning to drive with Abdul was a fantastic experience. He was professional, punctual and made each lesson enjoyable. His expertise and guidance were invaluable in helping me pass my driving test.

Abdul is an excellent driving instructor who genuinely cares about his students' progress. He provided constructive feedback and tailored the lessons to focus on my weaknesses. Thanks to his guidance, I passed my test confidently.

Very fun chats,and good at calming my nerves! Very flexible with hours and considerate.

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

Nearest test centres to Plaistow

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 Barking (Tanner Street) Driving Test Centre

84 Tanner Street, Barking, Essex IG11 8QF

1st time pass rates

2023-24 38.5%
2022-23 38.7%
2021-22 41.7%

DVSA Wanstead (London) Driving Test Centre

2 Devon House, Hermon Hill, Wanstead E11 2AW

1st time pass rates

2023-24 40.3%
2022-23 38.8%
2021-22 37.1%

DVSA Goodmayes (London) Driving Test Centre

98 Goodmayes Road, Ilford, Goodmayes IG3 9UZ

1st time pass rates

2023-24 44.8%
2022-23 43.5%
2021-22 41.4%
Instructor tip of the month Show more

Test tip of the month for Plaistow

If you notice the examiner marking something on the marking sheet, don't panic! There are other elements of the test that they need to mark, which doesn't mean you have received a recorded fault. They have to mark down when a manoeuvre, hill start, angled moving off, and more are completed.

Shahed Miah - driving instructor in Plaistow

Useful driving test tip for Plaistow Show more

Useful driving test tip for Plaistow

When you are driving, keep your head up. Think of your eyes like the headlights on your car - drive with your eyes on BEAM not DIPPED!

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

Frequently asked questions...

What happens on my first driving lesson in Plaistow?

In your first lesson, your instructor will begin with the basics and get you driving on quiet roads where you feel comfortable.

You will find yourself progressing at your own pace and as your skills increase so will the difficulty of the lessons. If you are after more of a detailed guide you can visit our article that covers the basics of your first driving lesson.

Do you offer automatic driving lessons in Plaistow?

Yes, we have both male and female automatic driving instructors in Plaistow. Automatic lessons can also be taken in either singular bookings or as a 10-hour block booking.

If you wish to book an automatic lesson with us then simply type in your postcode in the area above and get in touch with one of our members of staff.

Do you have female driving instructors in Plaistow?

Yes, we do have female driving instructors in Plaistow. They are in high demand and also cover other areas in London. If you would prefer to have driving lessons with a female driving instructor in Plaistow, just let our friendly Bookings Team know and they will pair you with a female instructor near you.

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Where to find us

driveJohnson's Plaistow, Barking Road, London, E13 9EZ
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