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Rated 5 out of 5

Based on 24 customer reviews

If you need to pass fast, make sure you learn with Richard as he is a great instructor and a great person.

I had about 15 hours worth of lessons with a previous driving school, instead of feeling like I was learning something new and fun, I would dread my next lesson from the minute my last one finished. I knew once the 15 hours were complete I would not return for more.
One of my friends recommended Richard Wilson, so I thought I'd give it a go. I just wish I had found him sooner, the lessons were so much better and I did not feel under so much pressure. I passed my test first time with only 4 minor faults.

Very good and thorough lessons, had me pass my test the first time round. Was always patient and supportive making lessons a fun and relaxed experience. 10/10

I had a great experience with Richard, especially as I came from a driving school that was less than helpful with cancellations and overcharging. However, when I moved to driveJohnson's and Richard, my whole outlook of driving changed, and I can now say I am a confident driver, and I even passed on my first attempt.

Richard, you are the best instructor out there, and I am so happy to now go and buy my own car.

I had an incredible experience learning to drive with Richard. He is super friendly and a fantastic instructor.

I previously done an intensive course with a company and I failed miserably. My confidence was so low, I decided to quit learning to drive.
My close friends told me to use their instructor - Richard, so I did.
He was amazing, he really got my confidence up and made learning to drive fun again. I would deffo recommend learning with him. I passed first time with Richard with just 2 minor faults.

I loved learning with Richard as he was such a great instructor who always turned up on time and with a new challenge in every lesson.

I was terrified to take my test, but I am so glad I was with Richard as he kept me calm and confident from the start of my lessons until my test.

Shout out to Richard Wilson, he was ace! I passed first time with one minor! What a guy.

I am so glad that I have finally passed my test, and I couldn't have done it without Richard's help.

Just went and passed my test first time this morning with only 3 minor faults, Richard Wilson is the man if you're looking to pass fast. Such an easy going and patient guy. I had no stress or issues getting through my driving with him!

It feels amazing to now be able to drive, and I am so pleased that I passed with only four minors.

I needed to pass fast, and thanks to Richard, I was able to pass even quicker than I expected. Thank you so much for your help, Richard.

I did an intensive course with Richard Wilson, he made learning to drive a really good experience for me. I had struggled learning with a previous instructor about 18 months ago and I did give up. I am glad I found Richard because he got me through my test in no time!!

Thank you for Richard Wilson for helping me pass first time, I will miss our lessons!

Richard, you are a great person, an amazing instructor and fantastic at teaching, by far the best around!

I had a really amazing experience learning to drive with Richard Wilson, my cousin actually recommended him to me and said he would be great for me as I struggled with nerves and anxiety. He was so patient and understanding and got me all the way through my test with no issues whatsoever. I passed first time with only 6 minors. I was over the moon.

Richard in Andover is the best instructor I have ever had. After using other schools and other instructors I thought maybe driving was not for me but Richard has really helped me to progress and I passed yesterday

I cannot thank Richard Wilson enough, I failed my test with a previous driving school 3 times! I had 10hrs worth of lessons with Richard and pass first time??? So relieved to finally have it out the way, thanks so much to Richard. I would definitely recommend him to others!

I started as a very nervous pupil, my instructor instantly settled my nerves and was really reassuring and friendly. my lessons were always fun. He was patient and always took the time to expain things and answer any questions i had, i was never made to feel silly with anything i didnt understand. great instructor and i passed first time with only 3 minors.

I had a really bad past experience with another company which caused a delay in re starting my lessons. i explained this to drivejohnsons over the phone and they were so helpful and listened to my needs. i was placed with my instructor who was fantastic. i progressed quickly and passed first time. highly recommend.

I was previously learning with another driving school and I was under so much pressure by my instructor to pass as soon as possible. I knew I wasn't test ready, yet he still urged me to go for my test. it was awful, I failed and failed bad! I started to look around for another instructor and came across Richard Wilson, he was a game changer, the lessons flowed so much better, I felt so much more confident by the end of it, and I passed with only 4 minors. I'd deffo recommend him!

I would 100% recommend Richard Wilson as a driving instructor. He is such a sound guy, I had no problems throughout the course of learning to drive. He was always in such a good mood and made learning to drive such a fun experience, (even on the harder days). I passed my test first time with him and only got 5 minor faults!!

Our first time pass rate in Thatcham Show more
Our 1st time pass rate in your area 91.2% Over the last 12 months
Nearest test centre to Thatcham Show more

Nearest test centres to Thatcham

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 Newbury (Hambridge Lane) Driving Test Centre

Hambridge Lane, Newbury RG14 5TZ

1st time pass rates

2022-23 52.9%
2021-22 59.4%
2020-21 59.0%

DVSA Reading Driving Test Centre

220 Elgar Road South, Reading RG2 0BW

1st time pass rates

2022-23 54.3%
2021-22 53.3%
2020-21 54.7%

DVSA Basingstoke Driving Test Centre

Brighton Hill Centre, Basingstoke RG22 4LR

1st time pass rates

2022-23 61.3%
2021-22 58.7%
2020-21 56.0%
Instructor tip of the month Show more

Test tip of the month for Thatcham

If you make a mistake on your driving test, try not to dwell on it. What you think is a serious fault, the examiner may not. So put it to the back of your mind and focus on the road ahead. The better the overall drive, the more the examiner may forgive the fault you thought you’d failed on.

Lee Smith - driving instructor in Thatcham

Useful driving test tip for Thatcham Show more

Useful driving test tip for Thatcham

Should you always signal before moving away from the side of the road? And should you always signal for pulling up by the side of the road? On your test, you may be nervous and not think straight. If this is the case, you should signal if you are in doubt.

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

Frequently asked questions...

What happens on my first driving lesson in Thatcham?

Your driving instructor in Thatcham will come meet you at the prearrange time and place. They'll introduce themselves and ask you about your previous experience. During this introductory chat, your driving instructor will also do an eyesight check and check your provisional licence.

Once this is done, your instructor will begin your driving lesson in a quiet, wide road in Thatcham without much traffic, such as Oak Tree Road or Wenlock Way. There, you will learn how to move off and stop in the car, clutch control, the different pedals and how to steer. Depending on how fast you progress, you may also cover turning left and right from a major to minor road and emerging from T Junctions. Your driving instructor will ensure to tailor the driving lesson to move at a speed that you feel comfortable with.

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driveJohnson's Thatcham, Lancaster Close, Thatcham, RG18 3FL
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