Our Teddington 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.
Some instructors covering Teddington
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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…
Asif
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…
Vipin
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…
Mehar
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 …
Pearce
Pearce is an experienced DSA-approved driving instructor in London and runs Vandev Driving School. He teaches across central and south-west London, i…
Andreas
Andreas Eliades is an experienced driving instructor with a strong background in the chauffeuring business, where he worked with all kinds of people …
Ross
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…
Sara
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…
Zahid
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…
Hakim
Hakim runs Hakim Driving School, which has been teaching learners in West London since 2001. He's a Grade A instructor with nearly twenty years of ex…
Terry
Terry is the owner and lead instructor at Dudman Driving in Staines Upon Thames. He’s been teaching since 2005 and is a fully qualified, patient and …
Roy
Roy is a calm, experienced driving instructor based in North West London. He's been teaching for over 20 years and has helped hundreds of learners ge…
Learning to Drive in Teddington
Learning to drive in Teddington mixes quiet residential streets with busy town centre routes. You get riverside roads around Teddington Lock and a short run to Kingston for more complex junctions. Lessons suit people who want a mix of low-traffic practice and tougher test-style roads close by. There are 24 local instructors to choose from.
Nearest Test Centre: Kingston
The nearest DVSA test centre is Kingston, about 2 miles away, so travel time is short. Kingston tests typically use town centre streets and nearby A-roads, so expect some busy junctions and roundabouts during your exam. Kingston's specific pass rate is not available in the provided data. If you need alternative centres, Isleworth sites are around 3 miles away.
Pass Rate Analysis
Local nearby centres show pass rates slightly below the national average. Isleworth (Fleming Way) has a pass rate of 42.4 and Isleworth has 44.4, both under the national average of 47.3. Data source: DVSA (data period not provided). No male/female split is available for the Kingston centre in the provided data.
Local Driving Tips
Practice Teddington High Street early in the day to build confidence with narrow lanes and parked cars. Spend time near Teddington Lock and Ferry Road where pedestrians and cyclists are common. Work on roundabout entry and lane discipline at the Kingston Bridge junction, since tests often include that area. Learn to join and leave A-roads smoothly, as exam routes can use nearby A-roads and busy town approaches. Schedule a couple of lessons at peak times to get used to busier traffic and pedestrian flows.
Choosing an Instructor in Teddington
With 24 instructors in Teddington you can compare availability and teaching style. Look for an instructor who is DVSA registered and who offers clear pricing and lesson plans. Check whether they specialise in manual or automatic and if they cover test routes around Kingston. Expect average lesson rates around £39 per hour, with some variation for evenings and weekends.
Lesson Costs in Teddington
Average lesson cost in Teddington is £39 per hour according to the provided data. Costs vary with instructor experience, vehicle type and lesson time, for example evenings and weekends often cost more.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional licence online before you book lessons or the theory test. Book and pass your theory test, then start practical lessons with a DVSA-approved instructor. When you are ready, book a practical test at Kingston or a nearby centre like Isleworth. Keep lesson records and try a mock test on routes that include Kingston town centre and local roundabouts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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