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Some instructors covering Felpham
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Paul
Paul Kerr is a friendly, experienced driving instructor based in the Bognor and Chichester areas. He's been teaching since 1983, so he's got over 40 …
Daniel
Daniel is a manual driving instructor based in Bognor Regis. He's all about helping you become a confident and safe driver, with the goal of passing …
Michelle
Michelle runs PDW Driving School, a friendly team of professional instructors based in the Bognor and Chichester area. She's got many years of experi…
John
John Petrucci is a qualified, expert driving instructor running JKP Driving School in Bognor Regis and Chichester. He's a friendly, relaxed instructo…
Dave
Dave Nanson is a friendly, independent driving instructor based in Bognor Regis. He's been an Approved Driving Instructor since 2003, so he's got loa…
Sue
Sue Black has over 30 years of experience preparing people for their driving test. Based in Westergate, she's a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor who …
Mark
Mark Bracey is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor with an excellent pass rate and a really good local reputation. He is reliable, friendly…
Peter
Peter is a friendly, experienced driving instructor based in Littlehampton, West Sussex. He's been teaching for 20 years and has a great track record…
Malcolm
Hi, I'm Mal. I run Mal's Driving School in Chichester, West Sussex, and I've been helping people learn to drive confidently for years. My approach is…
Learning to Drive in Felpham
Felpham is a coastal village just west of Bognor Regis. Roads are flat and mostly straight along the seafront, with the A259 running through the area and A27 a short drive north. You will find local shopping streets and a few residential estates that make for good early lessons. Only a couple of instructors work here, so lessons can feel personal but availability is limited.
Nearest Test Centre: Chichester
The nearest DVSA test centre is in Chichester, about 6.6 miles away, so expect a short drive for your test. Chichester handles around 4,258 tests a year and has a higher pass rate than the national average, which affects booking demand. Test routes often include A27 junctions and some town centre driving around Chichester, so practising dual carriageway joins helps. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Chichester test centre has a pass rate of 53.2%, compared with the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates at Chichester pass at 55.6% and female candidates at 50.7%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby Worthing is lower at 46.6% while Lancing is 53.6%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. With only two instructors in Felpham, local lesson quality and targeted route practice can influence your chances.
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons on quieter residential roads off Felpham High Street to build clutch and steering control. Once comfortable, move on to the A259 seafront and practise lane discipline and hazard awareness where cyclists and pedestrians share the space. Work on joining and leaving the A27 near Chichester, and practice roundabout approaches used on the Bognor Regis ring road. Windy conditions by the coast can unsettle the car, so check tyre grip and practise steady steering. Expect more traffic in summer, so book lessons at quieter times if you can.
Choosing an Instructor in Felpham
With only two instructors listed locally, check their availability and ask how often they take pupils to Chichester for mock tests. Look for instructors who charge around the local average and who know A259, A27 junctions, and the Chichester test routes. Ask about pass rates for their pupils and whether they offer block-booking discounts or intensive courses. Availability can be the deciding factor here, so book early.
Lesson Costs in Felpham
Average lesson price in Felpham is around 940 per hour. Prices change with instructor experience, lesson length, and whether you buy block bookings or one-off lessons.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional licence and start with a few private lessons to get comfy on local roads. Book and pass your theory test before scheduling a practical test at Chichester, which is the closest centre. Aim to do a mock test on A259 and A27 junctions with your instructor so you know the local routes. On test day you'll need to meet the eyesight requirement and bring your provisional licence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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