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Best Driving Instructors in Storrington
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Paul
Paul is a friendly, fully DVSA-licensed instructor with Smart Drive UK in Worthing (BN11 1QR). He follows DSA guidelines and keeps lessons structured…
Dean
Dean is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) offering lessons across Worthing, Lancing, Littlehampton and the surrounding B…
Leigh
Leigh is a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor with a calm, patient and really supportive way of teaching. He has a strong record of helping learners pa…
John Morgan
John Morgan really knows his stuff when it comes to 4x4 off-road driving. He has thirty years of experience organising and leading off-road driving e…
Phil Mason
Phil Mason is a friendly, experienced driving instructor based in West Sussex. He offers driving lessons in Littlehampton, Worthing, Angmering, Rusti…
Sue
Sue runs Flypass Driving School, an independent school that keeps things simple and friendly while still giving you top quality training. She's calm,…
Frank Judah
Frank Judah is a fully qualified Grade A driving instructor based in Worthing, West Sussex, with over 16 years of experience. He keeps lessons calm a…
Mike Sadler
Mike Sadler is a DVSA-approved driving instructor with 16 years of experience, based in East Preston, West Sussex. He is DBS checked, Pass Plus regis…
Mark Bracey
Mark Bracey is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor with an excellent pass rate and a really good local reputation. He is reliable, friendly…
Michael
Michael is a DVSA-approved driving instructor who keeps things positive and calm for learners in and around Horsham, Crawley and Burgess Hill. He lik…
Learning to Drive in Storrington
Learning to drive in Storrington mixes quiet village streets with nearby country lanes. Lessons often move from the High Street into the South Downs for hill and bend practice. You will find a small local pool of instructors and a local feel to lessons. Expect a mix of slow-moving village traffic and faster A-road work nearby on the A283.
Nearest Test Centre: Worthing
Worthing is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 8.1 miles away, so most practical tests mean a short drive along the A283 and A27. Worthing runs several thousand tests a year, which keeps appointment options reasonable. You should allow time to familiarise yourself with Worthing town centre roads and roundabouts before a test. Book early if you want weekend or late-week slots.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Worthing test centre had a 46.6% pass rate, slightly below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates at Worthing pass at 51.5% while female candidates pass at 42.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby Lancing posts a higher 53.6% pass rate, while Burgess Hill is lower at 45.1% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). These local differences suggest route familiarity and centre demand affect outcomes.
Local Driving Tips
Spend time practising on the A283 through the village, it has tight bends and narrow sections that test control. Take lessons on the approach to the A27 roundabouts near Worthing so you can judge merging speed and lane choice. Learn to deal with farm vehicles on country lanes, they are common around the South Downs. Practise hill starts on the steeper lanes west of the village, and rehearse parking in Storrington High Street where spaces can be tight. Get used to reading road signs early on, especially at junctions with limited visibility.
Choosing an Instructor in Storrington
With about 10 local instructors, ask for recent pupil references and whether they cover Worthing test routes. Expect average lesson prices around 037 per hour, though block bookings may lower per-hour cost. Choose an instructor who offers mock tests at Worthing so you get used to the centre layout. Check availability for weekend lessons if you work during weekdays.
Lesson Costs in Storrington
Local single lessons average 037 an hour and that matches the local expectation. Costs vary with instructor experience, vehicle type, and whether you buy block bookings or one-off lessons.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional driving licence online or by post, then book your theory test when you feel ready. Start regular lessons with a local instructor and aim to do a mock practical at Worthing before booking. Once you pass the theory test and your instructor agrees you are ready, book a practical test at Worthing or, if preferred, Lancing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026