Find a driving instructor in Thames Ditton

RH
Richard Haines
No reviews yet

Elmbridge · 1 mile

4475 •••4475 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 20 to 30 lessons to pass

3+ years experience

Manual

£0.00 - £46.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

PW
Paul Williams
No reviews yet

Greater London · 1 mile

4479 •••4479 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 6 to 60 lessons to pass

38+ years experience

Manual

£50.00 - £55.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

KD
Kingston Driving School
No reviews yet

Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames · 1 mile

4474 •••4474 ••• ••••

Male

Turkish

English

On Avg. 10 to 200 lessons to pass

4+ years experience

Automatic

£80.00 - £100.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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BT
Bashir Tahir
No reviews yet

Greater London · 2 miles

4479 •••4479 ••• ••••

Male

Spanish

English

Hindi

Urdu

Punjabi

On Avg. 10 to 35 lessons to pass

15+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£40.00 - £55.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

FM
Faysal Mohamed Omar
No reviews yet

Greater London · 3 miles

4475 •••4475 ••• ••••

Male

English

Dutch

On Avg. 2 to 5 lessons to pass

9+ years experience

Manual

£41.00 - £100.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

2 mi away · 10,164 tests · best month: January 2026

Pass Rates

Driving Test Pass Rates Near Thames Ditton

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

Tolworth (London)

5 mi away · 15,770 tests · best month: July 2025

Stable

51%

below avg

Isleworth (Fleming Way)

5 mi away · 12,687 tests · best month: April 2025

Stable

50%

below avg

Ashford (London Middlesex)

6 mi away · 4,429 tests

51%

below avg

Chertsey (London)

8 mi away · 9,082 tests · best month: November 2025

Stable

53%

in line with avg

Why Local Matters

The Benefits of Choosing a Local Instructor in Thames Ditton

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 Thames Ditton, 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 Thames Ditton 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 Thames Ditton'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 Thames Ditton.

Test Centres

Planning Your Driving Test in Thames Ditton?

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

Tolworth (London)

Tolworth

Based on 10,164 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

53.59%

Pass Rate

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You can access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

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

Morden (London)

Morden

Based on 15,770 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

50.96%

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

Isleworth (Fleming Way)

Isleworth

Based on 12,687 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

50.35%

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

Ashford (London Middlesex)

Ashford

Based on 4,429 tests conducted

50.53%

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

Chertsey (London)

Chertsey

Based on 9,082 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

52.90%

Pass Rate

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You can access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

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

Mitcham (London)

Surrey

Based on 15,046 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

47.03%

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

Southall (London)

Southall

Based on 8,543 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

44.80%

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

Yeading (London)

Yeading

Based on 6,735 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

52.78%

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

Greenford (London)

Greenford

Based on 7,222 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

41.43%

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

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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!

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FAQ

Common Questions About Learning to Drive in Thames Ditton

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

Tolworth (London) has the highest pass rate in the area at 53.59%, making it a popular choice for learner drivers.

Greenford (London) has a pass rate of 41.43%. 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 Thames Ditton is 49.4%. Choose an instructor familiar with local test routes to maximize your chances of success.

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

Yes - Thames Ditton 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 Thames Ditton is Tolworth (London), around 2 miles away, with a 54% pass rate.

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

Driving lessons from instructors serving Thames Ditton range from £30 to £110 per hour, depending on the instructor's experience and whether you choose manual or automatic lessons.

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