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Some instructors covering Borehamwood
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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…
Mike
Mike is a friendly, experienced driving instructor who runs Mike's Way Driving School in Watford. He's been teaching since 2009 and has helped hundre…
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…
Franco
Franco Scalisi is an experienced driving instructor based in St Albans, running his own school, Franco's Driving School. He is a DVSA registered and …
Adam
Adam Nagle is a DVSA-approved driving instructor based in Hertfordshire. He helps learners pass with confidence and pick up safe driving habits that …
Ian
Ian Clancey is a friendly, independent driving instructor running his own LDC driving school in Bushey. He's a fully qualified ADI with specialist tr…
Sophie
Hi, I'm Sophie. I run Sophie's Driving Skool, a family business based in Watford that I set up back in 2009. I've been teaching people to drive aroun…
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 …
Learning to Drive in Borehamwood
Borehamwood sits on the edge of north London with a mix of busy high streets and quieter residential roads. Lessons here move from Borehamwood High Street out to Elstree Way and Shenley Road, so you'll get a range of traffic conditions. The town feels suburban with quick access into Barnet and the A1 corridor, which makes test routes varied. You get both slow-town practice and faster A-road experience close by.
Nearest Test Centre: London (Borehamwood)
London (Borehamwood) is about 0.9 miles from the town centre, so most learners can get there in a short drive or a quick bus ride. Expect standard DVSA test procedures on the day and routes that often include Elstree Way and local roundabouts. The centre's pass rate is 44.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025), and it handles a high volume of tests each year, around 11,408 in the data period. Plan to arrive early and check parking near the test centre before your appointment.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Borehamwood's nearest centre records a 44.3% pass rate, which sits below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male and female pass rates at London (Borehamwood) are 46.5% and 41.1% respectively (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025), showing a small gap between genders. Nearby Borehamwood (London) reports a higher 51.6% pass rate, while London (Barnet) sits at 32.5% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). That spread suggests test route and centre differences matter, so choose your centre and instructor with routes in mind.
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons on Borehamwood High Street to get comfortable with pedestrian crossings and parked cars. Move onto Shenley Road and Allum Lane for left and right turns onto busier stretches. Practice roundabouts around Elstree Way, they feature in many local tests and can catch learners out. Try quieter weekday mornings for dual carriageway practice, then build up to peak-time junctions near the A1. Work on clutch control and hill starts on any local inclines before your test day.
Choosing an Instructor in Borehamwood
There are 16 instructors listed in Borehamwood, so availability varies by time of day and demand. Expect to pay around £41 per hour on average in this area. Ask instructors if they cover the local test routes like Elstree Way and Shenley Road, and whether they offer mock tests. Look for ADI registration and clear terms on cancellations and block bookings.
Lesson Costs in Borehamwood
Average single lesson cost in Borehamwood is about £41 per hour. Prices change with instructor experience, car type, lesson length, and whether you book blocks or single sessions.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional licence online before you book lessons or theory tests. Study for and pass the theory test, then start lessons with a local ADI who knows Borehamwood routes. When you're ready your instructor will help book a practical test at London (Borehamwood) or a nearby centre. Keep logbook progress and take mock tests on the actual test routes if possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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