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Stoke-on-Trent

Over 22,000 first time passes in 2025

92% Average First Time Pass Rate

National Driving School of The Year

Helping Pupils Pass Since 2005

Over 22,000 first time passes in 2025

92% Average First Time Pass Rate

National Driving School of The Year

Choose driveJohnson’s Driving School In Stoke-on-Trent

Looking for a reliable, trustworthy and established driving school with local instructors in Stoke-on-Trent? Look no further than driveJohnson's, voted the UK's National Driving School of the Year.

Our Stoke-on-Trent driving instructors are the best in the area, with expert knowledge of the local roads, test-routes and common learner trouble spots you’re likely to face. With a driveJohnson's instructor in your corner, you'll be on the road in no time - over 22,000 learners passed first time with us in 2025!

Grade A Driving Instructors In Stoke-on-Trent

Why choose driveJohnsons?

driveJohnson's driving school in Stoke-on-Trent will support you as you learn to drive. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some experience, we'll have you passed in no time!
We'll get you completely up to speed before taking your practical test. From our free theory training app to in-depth test route videos, you'll receive driving tuition like no other.
Our driving instructors in Stoke-on-Trent are experienced, fully qualified and dedicated to driveJohnson's. Being from the local area, they will show you all the local test routes to get you 100% prepared and confident for your test.

Expert Instructors Ready To Help You Pass

All of our driving instructors in Stoke-on-Trent are test route specialists, knowing the test routes back to front. This means your chances of passing your test quicker and first time will be higher with us!
We also offer our famous intensive driving courses in Stoke-on-Trent. Our instructors will work with you to tailor your course to your exact needs, helping you to pass quickly.
We promise we won’t sub you out to a random instructor. All of our driving instructors work for driveJohnson’s only and they are local to your area.

Automatic Driving Lessons In Stoke-on-Trent

Struggling with manual? Then try automatic driving lessons in Stoke-on-Trent. 8 out of 10 of our automatic customers pass first time!
All of our automatic driving instructors in Stoke-on-Trent are observed by a company trainer at least twice a year as well as the DVSA’s standards check.
Our dedicated automatic driving instructors in Stoke-on-Trent will help you to pass fast. We have great deals on all automatic lessons and block bookings!

Recent Success Stories

Thousands of learners pass with us each year — are you ready to join them?

Harriet Rolls-Rowe

3 driver faults

08/10/2026

Waled Choudhury

Pi Rong Koh

5 driver faults

08/10/2026

Turon Miah

Alex Butler

4 driver faults

08/10/2026

Ian Dickman

Dawn Taylor

0 driver faults

08/10/2026

Sikunder Sharif

Luke Wallard

2 driver faults

08/10/2026

David Jonathan

Alice Dzvengwe

5 driver faults

08/10/2026

Stephen Bailey

Takunda Maenzanise

1 driver fault

08/10/2026

Danny Maenzanise

Amy Brightman

3 driver faults

08/10/2026

Mohamed Anver Mohamed Sulfikar

Explore our Hall of Fame

driveJohnson's have hit the jackpot by having Paul Benjamin as a driving instructor. He is an incredible instructor, and he helped me to learn at my own pace. I couldn't recommend him highly enough.

Joanna Rowland

Recently passed with Paul just after a few lessons, he's really committed to making his students get the best of training not just to pass the test but make them good drivers after...He's excellent with boosting your confidence. I'll always be grateful to Paul

Daniel

Paul is a great instructor, he helped me build confidence on the road. He was very good at teaching the parking manoeuvres and gave very clear instructions. I would highly recommend.

Robert

When it came to learning with driveJohnson's, it was terrific to see that they have instructors like Paul. He was so welcoming and made learning to drive incredibly easy. Thank you so much for all of your help.

Joseph Ruiz

If you are looking to pass fast, then make sure you learn with Paul. It was a great experience, and I loved every second. If you need lessons, learn to drive with Paul at driveJohnson's.

Claude Ashley

Just passed with Paul, only 2 minors! Fantastic instructor, great punctuality, patience and action plan for each lesson. Would recommend to anyone hoping to get behind the wheel!

Jeroen Robinson

I had a phenomenal time learning to drive with Paul. If you need an instructor, then make sure you learn with Paul.

Bart Skipper

Recently passed my test with Paul’s help. He is a fantastic teacher and very patient and supportive. He was so friendly, calm and encouraging in all my lessons. I couldn’t have asked for a better driving instructor.

Zawadi

Recently passed with Paul.

What a fantastic instructor. He is friendly, comforting, attentive and accurate in his tuition.

I would recommend Paul to anyone.

Daryl

Wonderful, kind and patient instructor! From the first lesson Paul made me feel comfortable and is always encouraging!

Breanna Francis

Rated 5 out of 5

Based on 16 customer reviews

Test Tip Of The Month For Stoke-on-Trent

When waiting at a roundabout, your danger obviously comes from the right, but keep your head agile and keep glancing ahead too. Look out for that car, van or lorry going ahead that is going to block your right and allow you to go.

Ikhlaq Hussain

Driving instructor in Stoke-on-Trent

Useful Driving Test Tip For Stoke-on-Trent

If you get a bay park, it will most likely be at the test centre. It will happen at the beginning or end of your test. As it’s in the test centre, expect other cars to be around you, leaving or entering the test centre. Be sure to stop for anyone approaching. Look at them and make eye contact. If the space is there for them to go around you, they probably will. If they don’t, reset your 360 observation and finish the manoeuvre. Don’t rush it – keep the observations high and speed slow.

Anthony Johnson

Grade A, 51/51 ORDIT registered

Nearest test centres to Stoke-on-Trent

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 Stoke on Trent (Newcastle under Lyme) Driving Test Centre

Parklands, Clayton Lane, Trent Vale, Stoke-On-Trent ST4 6PQ

1^st time pass rates

2023-24 42.2%

2022-23 44.7%

2021-22 45.4%

DVSA Stoke on Trent (Cobridge) Driving Test Centre

8 Elder Road, Cobridge, Stoke-On-Trent ST6 2HE

1^st time pass rates

2023-24 39.4%

2022-23 41.1%

2021-22 35.9%

DVSA Stafford Driving Test Centre

Unit 7, Greyfriars Business Park, Frank Foley Way, Stafford ST16 2RF

1^st time pass rates

2023-24 47.9%

2022-23 47.7%

2021-22 46.2%

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Frequently asked questions...

Yes, we have some fantastic driving instructors covering the surrounding areas of Stoke-On-Trent. We have instructors in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Leek, Crewe and Stafford, to name just a few. When booking your first lesson with us, we'll use your postcode to allocate you a suitable instructor near to where you are based.

At this moment in time, we unfortunately don't have any female driving instructors in Stoke-on-Trent available. However, we do have some great male driving instructors who would be happy to teach you to drive.

All of our learner cars are modern, dual-controlled, easy-to-drive vehicles. In Stoke-on-Trent, we have instructors teaching in a Mercedes A class and a Seat Ibiza.

This is a request we regularly receive when it comes to driving lessons. We can help if you want to begin your studies in one location and finish in another.

For this request in particular, you will start with one of our dedicated driving instructors in Stoke, who will teach you on your way to Crewe. We will make sure that you are making the most of your lesson time, whilst knowing that you are planning on finishing in another location.

Yes, we have driving instructors in Stoke-on-Trent who offer driving lessons during the week after 5pm as well as on the weekends. If this would be more convenient for you, just let our friendly Bookings Team know and they will pair you with an instructor who has availability then.

These slots tend to get booked up quickly, so we would recommend getting in touch as soon as possible to ensure you are not disappointed.

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Where to find us

driveJohnson's Stoke, City Rd, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 2QA

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