Driving Instructors in Great Missenden

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Instructors
6
Nearest Test Centre
High Wycombe (6.4 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
50.1%
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There are 6 driving instructors in Great Missenden. The average rating is 4.9 stars from 14 reviews.

6
Instructors
4.9 / 5
14 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Great Missenden 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 Great Missenden 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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Best Driving Instructors in Great Missenden

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Caroline
9 mi

Caroline

Aylesbury
5.0
1 review
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Caroline is a DVSA-approved driving instructor in Aylesbury with over 20 years of experience teaching in the public sector. She helps learners build …

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Paul
5.5 mi

Paul

High Wycombe
4.8
13 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Ford, Toyota Fiesta, Yaris

Paul is a fully qualified, DVSA-approved driving instructor based in High Wycombe. He offers calm, patient driving lessons and is great with complete…

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5.5 mi

Khalil

High Wycombe
Automatic 60 min

Khalil is a DVSA approved driving instructor with 25 years of experience teaching automatic lessons. Based in High Wycombe, he has spent his career h…

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Nav
5.5 mi

Nav

High Wycombe
Manual & Auto 60 min

Nav is a very experienced, professional driving instructor based in High Wycombe who genuinely wants his pupils to become safe, confident drivers. He…

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M
8.6 mi

Malik

Aylesbury
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings

Malik is the director and a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor at EZ School of Motoring, with a DVSA Grade A. Since starting the school in 2…

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Simon Russell
8.9 mi

Simon Russell

Aylesbury
Manual & Auto 60 min

Simon Russell is a very experienced driving instructor based in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, with over twenty years in the driver training industry. H…

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Learning to Drive in Great Missenden

Great Missenden sits in the Chiltern Hills and feels like a compact village for learners. The A413 runs nearby so you get a mix of quiet lanes and faster A-road practice close by. Many learners use nearby High Wycombe for tests and practice drives. Lessons here suit people who want a mix of rural single-track roads and town junction practice.

Nearest Test Centre: High Wycombe

High Wycombe test centre is about 6.4 miles from Great Missenden, an easy drive along the A413 and local A-roads. Expect a busy centre with around 6,277 tests a year, so book early. The pass rate at High Wycombe is 50.1%, with male and female splits of 52.3% and 47.8% respectively. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

50.1%
Overall Pass Rate
52.3%
Male Pass Rate
47.8%
Female Pass Rate
6.4 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

High Wycombe's pass rate is 50.1%, which is above the national average of 47.3%. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby Aylesbury records a 46.3% pass rate and Slough (London) records 49.2%, offering a range of outcomes depending on which centre you take. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on village streets to build clutch control and low-speed steering. Move onto the A413 for merging and overtaking practice during quieter hours, then try busier times to get used to commuter traffic. Practice hill starts on local inclines and work on observation at junctions and mini-roundabouts near town centres. Time some lessons for early morning or late afternoon to experience peak traffic towards High Wycombe.

Choosing an Instructor in Great Missenden

There are six local instructors listed in the area, so availability can vary through the week. Ask about pass rates, test-centre experience and whether they use the A413 and High Wycombe routes for lessons. Expect different hourly rates depending on instructor experience and car type, and remember block bookings usually lower the per-lesson cost.

Lesson Costs in Great Missenden

Local lesson rates are not provided here, so expect variation by instructor and lesson length. Cost is affected by instructor experience, time of day, and whether you book single lessons or block packages.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence through the DVLA before you start formal lessons. Book and pass the theory test, then arrange regular lessons with a local instructor who knows Great Missenden and High Wycombe routes. When you're ready, book your practical test at High Wycombe and try to practise the test-route roads beforehand.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

High Wycombe test centre is about 6.4 miles from Great Missenden, a short drive mostly on the A413.
High Wycombe has a pass rate of 50.1%, which is above the national average of 47.3%.
Yes, at High Wycombe the male pass rate is 52.3% and the female pass rate is 47.8%.
Aylesbury records a 46.3% pass rate and Slough (London) records 49.2%, so High Wycombe sits above those two.
There are six instructors listed for Great Missenden, so you should have some choice for lesson times and teaching styles.
Learning time depends on practice frequency and individual progress.
No average price is provided here, so expect variation by instructor and lesson length.
Yes, practising the A413 approaches and the local junctions used for High Wycombe tests helps familiarity.
Yes, nearby centres include Aylesbury at about 10 miles and Slough (London) at about 13.9 miles, each with different pass rates.
High Wycombe conducts around 6,277 tests a year, indicating a busy schedule and potential wait times for bookings.
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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