Our Hendon 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.
Best Driving Instructors in Hendon
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Asif Zamir
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…
AJ
AJ is a calm, patient instructor who understands that everyone learns differently and at their own pace. Lessons are relaxed and focused on building …
Michael
Michael has been teaching people to drive for over 28 years and really knows how to get you through your test. From 2022 to 2025 he kept a 100% pass …
Mark
Mark has been teaching people to drive for over 30 years with Bell Driving School, across north London and the Northern Home Counties. He teaches bot…
Roz
Roz is a friendly and very experienced automatic driving instructor in Borehamwood. She has Grade A DVSA approval and specialises in automatic cars. …
Balv
Balv is a fully qualified ADI, registered with the DVSA, and the instructor behind JD Driving School in West London. He qualified in February 1991 an…
Ali
Ali is a Grade A Driving Instructor in West London with a great reputation and a strong pass rate. Loads of his pupils pass first time and often ment…
Mitesh
Mitesh is a DVSA-approved driving instructor who really puts his students first. He knows everyone learns differently, so he adapts his lessons to su…
Dharmesh
Dharmesh has been a driving instructor for over 10 years and is DSA approved, so you know you're in safe hands. He's helped loads of learners pass th…
Vipin Chakrapani
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…
Maz
Maz is a DVSA-approved driving instructor with over 15 years of experience, helping learners in Harrow and the surrounding areas pass their tests and…
Ruban
Ruban is a calm, patient and friendly driving instructor with API Driving School. He has nearly 15 years of experience teaching, and has been fully q…
Learning to Drive in Hendon
Learning to drive in Hendon means dealing with a mix of quiet residential streets and busy arterial routes. You will spend time near Hendon Central, Brent Street and the North Circular, so expect varied traffic and junction types. Lessons suit learners who want practice on both suburban roads and busier A-roads. Local character is suburban London with a short commute to central test facilities.
Nearest Test Centre: London (Hendon)
The nearest DVSA test centre is London (Hendon), about 0.8 miles from the centre of Hendon. Expect standard DVSA test routes that include residential manoeuvres and short runs on the North Circular or Watford Way. The centre runs around 276 tests a year, so booking can be competitive and you may see weekday and Saturday sessions. London (Hendon) has a pass rate of 43.8%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
London (Hendon) has a pass rate of 43.8%, which is below the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Male candidates pass at 46.1% and female candidates at 41.5% at this centre, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Nearby centres show some variation, with Hendon (London) at 44.4% and London (Mill Hill) at 35.9%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). The figures suggest tests here can be slightly tougher than average or reflect local traffic conditions, so targeted practice helps.
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons on quieter streets near Church End or The Hyde before moving to Brent Street and Watford Way. Spend time on the North Circular (A406) at off-peak times to learn lane discipline and junction timing. Practice approaching Staples Corner and other busy junctions slowly and check mirrors early, then pick a safe gap. Work on hill starts and parking in residential crescents around Hendon to build confidence. Get a few lessons that replicate test routes from Hendon Central and the test centre to reduce surprises.
Choosing an Instructor in Hendon
There are 32 local instructors in Hendon, so you can compare availability and teaching style. Expect average hourly prices around £40, though some instructors offer block discounts or intensive courses. Look for an instructor with recent pass-rate success and good local route knowledge, especially around the North Circular and Staples Corner. Ask about lesson structure and whether they take you on typical local test routes.
Lesson Costs in Hendon
Average lesson price in Hendon is about £40 per hour. Costs vary with instructor experience, lesson length, and whether you buy block bookings or intensive courses.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional driving licence before booking lessons or tests. Book and pass the theory test, then start practical lessons with a local instructor who knows Hendon roads. Once ready, book your practical test at London (Hendon) which is about 0.8 miles away and runs roughly 276 tests a year, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Carry out a few mock tests on actual test routes to familiarise yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026