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11
Avg Price
£38/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Tolworth (London) (2.5 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
49.2%
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There are 11 driving instructors in Ewell. Prices range from £36.00 to £40.00 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 52 reviews.

11
Instructors
£38/hr
Avg Price
5 / 5
52 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Ewell driving instructor directory. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to brush up on your skills, we can help you find the right instructor.

Our Ewell instructors offer a range of services including manual and automatic lessons, intensive courses, and flexible scheduling to fit around your commitments. Compare prices, read genuine student reviews, and find an instructor who matches your needs and budget.
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Vipin Chakrapani
7.6 mi

Vipin

South West London
5.0
17 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Hi, I'm Vipin Chakrapani. I'm a DVSA approved driving instructor and the founder of Drive Confident Driving School. I've been teaching manual and aut…

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Mehar
2.4 mi

Mehar

Sutton
5.0
4 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Hi, I'm Mehar. I've been teaching people to drive for a good few years now, and I still get a real buzz from helping learners pass their test. I'm a …

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£38 /hour
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Scott Grant
4.6 mi

Scott

Chipstead
5.0
2 reviews
Manual 60 min

Scott Grant is a very experienced, fully qualified driving instructor with a solid background as a former Sergeant in the Metropolitan Police. He spe…

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Pearce
5.3 mi

Pearce

London
4.9
29 reviews
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Pearce is an experienced DSA-approved driving instructor in London and runs Vandev Driving School. He teaches across central and south-west London, i…

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Sara
4.8 mi

Sara

Thames Ditton
Manual 60 min
MINI COOPER

Sara's helped countless learners pass their test in the Thames Ditton area. She's an ADI and DVSA approved instructor, known for her friendly and rel…

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Ross Cowen
4.9 mi

Ross

Kingston upon Thames
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Ross Cowen is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) and has been teaching learners of all ages and abilities for many years. He runs RM…

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Kel Dennis
6.7 mi

Kel

Croydon
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Kel Dennis is a fully qualified female driving instructor running her own independent LDC driving school in Croydon. She's been specially trained by …

Intensive Pass Plus
£36 /hour
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Vanessa
6.8 mi

Vanessa

South Croydon
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Vanessa is a friendly, experienced driving instructor based in South Croydon and Dartford. She's been teaching for over 10 years as a fully qualified…

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Steve Deacons
7.8 mi

Steve

Reigate
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Steve Deacons is a friendly, down-to-earth driving instructor based in Reigate, East Surrey. He's the only manual instructor at SLD Driving School, a…

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Jeff
8.1 mi

Jeff

Dorking
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Mazda Mazda 2

Jeff runs Just Jeff School of Motoring, offering professional but relaxed driving lessons in Dorking and the nearby towns. Lessons are one-to-one and…

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Zahid
9.7 mi

Zahid

Hounslow
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Zahid is an automatic driving instructor based in Hounslow. He's got a calm and patient teaching style, which really helps learners feel at ease behi…

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£40 /hour
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Learning to Drive in Ewell

Learning to drive in Ewell mixes quiet residential streets with busier A-roads near Epsom. Lessons often start around Ewell High Street and move onto London Road (A24) or Kingston Road (A240) for faster traffic practice. Local instructors know the tight turns around the village and the nearby roundabouts that test observation. You get a mix of low-speed control challenges and higher-speed lanes within a short drive.

Nearest Test Centre: Tolworth (London)

Tolworth (London) is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 2.5 miles from central Ewell, so expect a short drive to your test. The centre runs a high volume of tests, so you'll see a range of routes that include suburban roads and faster A-road sections. Booking and arrival follow standard DVSA rules and you'll usually be tested on junctions around Tolworth and the nearby Kingston Road area. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025 for centre statistics.

49.2%
Overall Pass Rate
52.9%
Male Pass Rate
45.9%
Female Pass Rate
2.5 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Tolworth has a pass rate of 49.2%, above the national average of 47.3%, which suggests local test routes are slightly more passable for learners. Male candidates at Tolworth pass at 52.9% and female candidates at 45.9%, showing a gap similar to many centres. Nearby Sutton and Morden have lower pass rates, 43.8% and 45.8% respectively, so Tolworth performs comparatively well. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025 for all pass rate figures.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quieter streets around Ewell Village to get clutch and clutch control sorted before heading to the A24 London Road. Practise lane discipline and mirror checks early, because the Kingston Road (A240) junctions near the village are busy at peak times. Spend time on roundabouts like the local mini-roundabouts and the Ewell bypass junctions, they test observation and position. When you head towards Tolworth for a mock test, expect faster-moving traffic and multiple-lane approaches. Work on controlled hill starts if your instructor uses the slopes near Epsom Road.

Choosing an Instructor in Ewell

Look for an ADI who knows Ewell and Tolworth test routes and who offers regular slots near Ewell High Street. Availability matters, so check how many weekly lessons they can offer and whether they do mock tests that leave from Ewell. Expect to pay around the local average, but ask if block-booking reduces the hourly rate. A good local instructor will time lessons to let you practise both village streets and A-road driving.

Lesson Costs in Ewell

Local lessons average around £38 per hour, which matches the area's going rate. Price varies with instructor experience, car type and whether you book single lessons or a block of sessions.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence before you book lessons, then study for and pass the theory test. Start lessons with a local instructor who can introduce Ewell's residential streets, then move on to A24 and A240 practice. When you and your instructor agree, book a practical test at Tolworth, which is the closest DVSA centre about 2.5 miles away.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Tolworth (London) is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 2.5 miles from Ewell.
Tolworth's pass rate is 49.2%, which is higher than the national average of 47.3%.
Yes, Tolworth shows a difference: male pass rate is 52.9% and female pass rate is 45.9%.
There are 16 driving instructors listed for Ewell.
The local average price for a lesson is £38 per hour.
Learning time varies by learner, but expect several months of regular lessons to reach test standard.
Many local instructors offer mock tests that mimic Tolworth routes and conditions.
Tolworth handles a high volume of tests, with 6,893 tests per year recorded.
Yes, practise on the A24 (London Road) and Kingston Road (A240) to build confidence in faster traffic and lane discipline.
Sutton has a pass rate of 43.8% and Morden has 45.8%, both below Tolworth's 49.2%.
Driving lesson prices vary by location and instructor, typically ranging from £30 to £45 per hour.
Most learners need between 40 to 50 hours of professional tuition, plus around 20 hours of private practice.
If you pass in an automatic, you can only drive automatic cars.
You can book your practical driving test online through the DVSA website or by calling their booking line.
Look for a fully qualified ADI (Approved Driving Instructor) with good reviews.
Most instructors prefer to use their own dual-controlled vehicles for safety reasons.

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