Find a driving instructor in Islington

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Mohammed Naveed Iqbal
Featured
No reviews yet

Greater London · 7 miles

4477 •••4477 ••• ••••

Male

English

Hindi

Urdu

Punjabi

On Avg. 20 to 40 lessons to pass

1+ years experience

Manual

£35.00 - £40.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Sarbjeet Kaur
Featured
No reviews yet

Greater London · 9 miles

4479 •••4479 ••• ••••

Female

English

Hindi

Punjabi

Urdu

On Avg. 10 to 20 lessons to pass

10+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£30.00 - £45.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Zaher
No reviews yet

London · under 1 mile

4479 •••4479 ••• ••••

Male

English

Arabic

On Avg. 5 to 40 lessons to pass

21+ years experience

Automatic

£33.00 - £33.00 per lesson

No block bookings

Mock tests available

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MANDY WILSON
No reviews yet

London · 1 mile

4478 •••4478 ••• ••••

Female

English

On Avg. 35 to 45 lessons to pass

6+ years experience

Automatic

£42.50 - £44.50 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Nisari Acikel
No reviews yet

Greater London · 1 mile

4474 •••4474 ••• ••••

Male

English

Turkish

On Avg. 25 to 70 lessons to pass

26+ years experience

Automatic

£40.00 - £45.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

4 mi away · 11,379 tests · best month: July 2025

Pass Rates

Driving Test Pass Rates Near Islington

The nearest test centres, benchmarked against the 53% national average. Based on 2024-25 DVSA data.

Wood Green (London)

5 mi away · 9,844 tests · best month: September 2025

6 mi away · 8,258 tests · best month: January 2026

7 mi away · 11,086 tests · best month: December 2025

8 mi away · 13,120 tests · best month: August 2025

Stable

40%

below avg

Why Local Matters

The Benefits of Choosing a Local Instructor in Islington

Learning to drive with a local instructor gives you distinct advantages that can make the difference between passing and failing your test.

FIRST-TIME PASS

Knows your test routes

A local instructor teaches on the exact roads and roundabouts examiners use around Islington, so nothing on test day is a surprise.

MAXIMISE YOUR TIME

More time behind the wheel

Get picked up from home, work or college in Islington and start driving straight away, rather than losing lesson time travelling to meet your instructor.

REAL-WORLD READY

Ready for real roads

Learn on the roads you'll actually drive every day, so you pass confident and ready for Islington's real conditions - not thrown in at the deep end afterwards.

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Proven local track record

Read reviews from learners who tested at your local centre and pick an instructor with a proven track record around Islington.

Test Centres

Planning Your Driving Test in Islington?

Find instructors familiar with all test routes and who can help you prepare for your test at any of these centres.

Wood Green (London)

Wood Green

Based on 11,379 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

46.81%

Pass Rate

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

Accessibility information for this facility is currently unavailable

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

Tottenham

Based on 9,844 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

48.88%

Pass Rate

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

Accessibility information for this facility is currently unavailable

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

Wanstead (London)

Wanstead

Based on 8,258 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

44.44%

Pass Rate

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

Accessibility information for this facility is currently unavailable

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

Hendon (London)

Hendon

Based on 11,086 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

51.37%

Pass Rate

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

Accessibility information for this facility is currently unavailable

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

Chingford (London)

Chingford

Based on 13,120 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

39.89%

Pass Rate

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

Accessibility information for this facility is currently unavailable

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

Mill Hill (London)

Mill Hill

Based on 9,797 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

51.42%

Pass Rate

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

Accessibility information for this facility is currently unavailable

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

Barnet (London)

Barnet

Based on 12,397 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

49.87%

Pass Rate

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You cannot access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

Enfield (Brancroft Way)

Enfield

Based on 362 tests conducted over 1 months (latest: March 2026)

46.13%

Pass Rate

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You cannot access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

Goodmayes (London)

Goodmayes

Based on 21,374 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

43.69%

Pass Rate

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

DVSA will make arrangements for you at this test centre if you have a disability.

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

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Instructor MikeJust now

Instructor Mike·Just now

Hey there! Just a heads up, I only teach manual cars. If you're looking for automatic, you might need to check with someone else. Best of luck!

Why Choose Us

Built by someone who understands the struggles with learning to drive in Islington

As someone who struggled with finding a good driving instructor myself, I understand the challenges and frustrations that come with the process of learning to drive in a busy place like Islington.

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FAQ

Common Questions About Learning to Drive in Islington

Find answers to frequently asked questions about driving lessons and choosing the right instructor in Islington.

Mill Hill (London) has the highest pass rate in the area at 51.42%, making it a popular choice for learner drivers.

Chingford (London) has a pass rate of 39.89%. However, with proper preparation and the right instructor, you can succeed at any test centre.

The average pass rate for driving test centres in and around Islington is 46.9%. Choose an instructor familiar with local test routes to maximize your chances of success.

Yes - automatic driving lessons are available from instructors covering Islington. Automatic tuition is a popular choice if you'd rather focus on the road without worrying about gears.

Yes - Islington is served by female driving instructors. You can filter by instructor gender when you search to find the right fit.

The nearest DVSA test centre to Islington is Wood Green (London), around 4 miles away, with a 47% pass rate.

Look for instructors with high ratings, relevant experience, and teaching styles that match your learning needs. Read reviews from other learners in Islington to find the best fit.

Driving lessons from instructors serving Islington range from £30 to £310 per hour, depending on the instructor's experience and whether you choose manual or automatic lessons.

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