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Asif
Asif Zamir runs 1Driving.co.uk Driving School and has over 12 years of experience. He is a former DVSA driving examiner, so he knows exactly what exa…
Jo
If you learn with Jo, you'll get a patient, professional instructor who's been teaching since 2015. He's DVSA approved and focuses on building your c…
Asif
Hi, I'm Asif. I run New Turn Driving School in Harrow, offering manual and automatic lessons with a calm, professional approach. I'm a fully qualifie…
Janan
Hi, I'm Janan. I run Janan Driving School, teaching people to drive around Wood Green and Tottenham in North London. I'm an experienced female instru…
David
Hi, I'm David Brown. I've been a driving instructor in Edgware and North London for over 30 years now, and I still love helping people learn to drive…
Paul
Paul Drackett runs Dracks School of Motoring and has been teaching people to drive for 32 years. He is an independent, DSA registered Approved Drivin…
Fernon
Fern is a friendly, down-to-earth driving instructor based in Walthamstow. He runs Fern Driving School and has been fully qualified and approved by t…
Carlos
Carlos has been a fully qualified driving instructor in London since 2007. He's built his business, CPDL, around helping learners gain confidence in …
Diana
Diana Hadley runs Diana's School of Motoring, and she's been teaching driving in Barnet, Borehamwood, and the surrounding areas for 42 years. She's g…
Seb
Seb is a driving instructor who's been teaching manual lessons in Barnet since 2016. He's based in High Barnet and covers most North London postcodes…
Simon
Simon Richmond is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor who runs his own LDC driving school in the Elstree and Borehamwood area. H…
Joycelyn
Joycelyn is a female driving instructor based in North London, running Joycelyn Driving School. She's a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor, …
Learning to Drive in Barnet
Learning to drive in Barnet mixes suburban streets with busy A-roads near London. Lessons often take you along Barnet High Street and the Great North Road (A1000). Traffic can be heavy at peak times, especially around High Barnet station and Henlys Corner. You get close access to central London routes without being in the very centre.
Nearest Test Centre: Barnet (London)
Barnet (London) test centre is about 1.5 miles from the town centre, so most learners drive there for their practical. Expect test routes that include residential streets, main A-roads and junctions that reflect local traffic patterns. The centre runs a high number of tests each year compared with rural centres, so booking and local route practice matter. Aim to get a few mock runs to the centre to avoid surprises on test day.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Barnet (London) test centre had a 38.9% pass rate in 2024-2025, below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Male candidates locally pass at 42.2% and female candidates at 35.3%, showing a gap consistent with other urban areas (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Nearby centres show similar pressures, with London (Barnet) at 32.5% and London (Enfield) at 36.4%, which suggests local traffic and test density affect outcomes (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025).
Local Driving Tips
Practice multi-lane merges and dual carriageway confidence on the A1000 and nearby sections of the A1. Spend time on Barnet High Street and around High Barnet tube station to get used to parked cars and station drop-offs. Rehearse junctions at Henlys Corner and the roundabouts that feed onto the North Circular, as these can be tense at peak hours. Work on smooth hill starts and residential manoeuvres in quieter estates off the High Street. Do at least one lesson that drives the exact route to Barnet test centre so you know the approach and likely turning points.
Choosing an Instructor in Barnet
There are about 20 active instructors in Barnet, so shop around for a style that suits you and check recent lesson reviews. Expect to pay around £39 per hour on average, but ask about discounts for block bookings. Pick an instructor who regularly takes pupils to the Barnet (London) test centre and who offers mock tests on local routes. Make sure they show clear progress plans and offer flexible lesson times for peak traffic practice.
Lesson Costs in Barnet
Average lessons in Barnet cost about £39 per hour. Prices vary with instructor experience, vehicle type, lesson length and time of day, and block bookings usually lower the hourly rate.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional licence online at gov.uk, then book your theory test before too many lessons. Start lessons with an instructor who knows Barnet routes and work steadily towards the practical booking. When ready, book the practical test at Barnet (London) test centre, about 1.5 miles from the town centre, and do at least one full mock run to the centre beforehand.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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