Best Driving Schools in Basildon

Handpicked from 58 vetted & reviewed Driver Education schools in the Basildon area, discover the top 5 elite providers among the selected group of 24 finalists.

Earl Drive (Automatic Driving Lessons)

Earl Drive (Automatic Driving Lessons)

(14)
  • Patient
  • Driving Test
  • Professional
“I started driving lessons with Obinna after reading all the positive reviews, and they were all correct. Obinna made me feel confident with my driving and always provided feedback and tips on how to improve. He was very patient and accommodating to m...”
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16 Bryn Farm Cl, Basildon SS14 2NB
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Lacey's Driving School

Lacey's Driving School

(22)
  • Learning
  • Patient
  • Confidence
“I had booked my test on short notice (a week to test day), called several driving instructors and got rejected . I almost lost hope until I received a text back from Mike. He was willing and eager to help me and so for that I'm very grateful to him ...”
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243 Great Knightleys, Basildon SS15 5EE
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Drive School of Motoring

Drive School of Motoring

(27)
  • Patient
  • Driving Test
  • Sense of Humour
“Colin is more than just a driving instructor. The amount of times he had me crying in his car that I couldn't do it, and he always had an ear and something to say to get me out of it. You can tell he genuinely cares about his students. And he makes l...”
In Business Since 2008
171 Curling Tye, Basildon SS14 2PW
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Keendrivers

Keendrivers

(14)
  • Confidence
“Shaun is a brilliant driving instructor who is very good at his job. He is a laid back, cool guy who motivates everyone to be successful. The Mini is very modern and smooth to drive, the stop/start feature really makes driving a whole lot easier. I w...”
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27 Wash Rd, Basildon SS15 4EN
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Automatic Lessons Basildon....gary Felton

Automatic Lessons Basildon....gary Felton

(30)
  • Patient
  • Feel
  • Confidence
“Guys if ur looking for a very patient, professional instructor Gary is 100% ur man. I had so many instructors before I joined Gary and they was bloody awful. I'm probably the most nervous person you will ever met when it comes to driving, I'm clumsy ...”
Little Searles, Pitsea, Basildon SS13 1NE
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Best of 2024

Qualification Criteria for best of Winners

Minimum Overall Score
95 (100)
Minimum Reputation Rank
97.5 Percentile
All of our award winners are based on identifiable facts - reviews, performance, and experience - collected by scientific means. We use this data to assess each business’s essential features, weighting them according to their importance to customers.
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Prominent finalists
Daves Driving School

Daves Driving School

(1)
“Dave gave me the confidence to PASS first time!!! I had my test in Hornchurch, (unfamiliar territory to me) and Dave instantly put my mind at ease. His knowledge, patience and tips got me through...can't thank him enough. Thanks Dave, you are awesome...”
Ardleigh, Basildon SS16 5RW
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Start-2-Drive Automatic

Start-2-Drive Automatic

(30)
  • Confidence
  • Wheel
  • Feel
“Patient and easy to spend time with. I was sad our lessons were over! I needed refresher sessions and these were great for getting me back upto date. Thanks Paul!”
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5 Darenth Dr, Gravesend DA12 4TA
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Lazer School of Motoring

Lazer School of Motoring

(30)
  • Learning
  • Stress
  • Skills
“Just passed with Trevor at Lazer. I honestly couldn't have done it without him. I had courses and different instructors but Trev was the one who made it clear and easy to understand. He doesn't get on your back when you're doing it wrong like other i...”
Ingrave Rd, Brentwood CM15 8AY
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Lawrence School of Motoring

Lawrence School of Motoring

(30)
  • Patient
  • Habits
  • Confidence
“Lawrence has been an absolute pleasure to begin my driving journey with!! Finding the right instructor is absolutely key to this lifeskill, and I am so glad I waited on the list until a spot became available vs. beginning with someone else who wasn't...”
20+ Years Experience
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Serving Basildon Area
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RSM Commercial Driver Training

RSM Commercial Driver Training

(29)
  • HGV
  • Nerves
  • Career
“I just recently was trained by Mick at RSM. Great instructor and very good firm. Gave great advise and helped me pass first time! All round nice guy and good company, would highly recommend them both.”
In Business Since 2010
Serving Basildon Area
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Elite Driving Tuition

Elite Driving Tuition

(16)
  • Patient
  • Driving Test
  • Learning
“My instructor was excellent and put me at ease right from the start. I was somewhat apprehensive about starting driving lessons, however from the first lesson, the instructions given and the roads he took me on allowed me to gain confidence and not l...”
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10 Five Bells Ln, Rochester ME1 1BW
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Look n Learn

Look n Learn

(20)
  • Patient
  • Know
  • Driving Test
“I came to Deb after having a terrible driving instructor who wasn't worth the money at all . Comparing that instructor to deb I can honestly say she was amazing! So considerate and always available when I needed her even if it was short notice. When ...”
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Serving Basildon Area
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Adsm Driving School

Adsm Driving School

(21)
  • Patient
  • Learning
“I passed first time with Andrew - I started lessons with little confidence having switched instructors but Andrew was reassuring calm and patient throughout. Coming up to my test Andrew was flexible fitting in extra hours to ensure I was the best pre...”
In Business Since 2021
Serving Basildon Area
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K & W & Daughters Driver Training Services

K & W & Daughters Driver Training Services

(9)
  • Family
  • Business
“Awesome , faultless expert training. Having had a bad experience and a failed first test with another company I fell for the charm of this expertly run family business. Let me tell you, they're friendly and efficient and the one to one tuition I rece...”
20+ Years Experience
Family Business
Serving Basildon Area
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Idrive

Idrive

(8)
“Wish I could give a ten star rating instead of just 5 stars. Mike is a great driving instructor. He has a calm and patient way of teaching and is always happy to make sure you achieve your goals in becoming a good driver. I'm happy to say I passed ...”
In Business Since 2017
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Serving Basildon Area
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ATC Venue For Driving Experiences

ATC Venue For Driving Experiences

(1)
Account Management, Pre-Employment / Employment Assessments, Atc’s Bespoke Booking System
“Driving on a runway at North Weald.”
In Business Since 1998
Serving Basildon Area
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1st Pass With Paul

1st Pass With Paul

(1)
“Great driving instructor, amicable, patient and flexible. I could not recommend enough. I passed 1st time and I couldn't be more grateful.”
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Serving Basildon Area
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Only Essex Driving School

Only Essex Driving School

(29)
  • Patient
  • Lady
  • Company
“I hadn't done driving lessons for 10 years and my first lesson with Jason he identified my strengths and weaknesses to help me get test ready. He has been a great instructor even on the lessons where I felt hopeless, he was very calm, very encouragin...”
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52 Moor Ln, Upminster RM14 1EU
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Styles Steering Driving School

Styles Steering Driving School

(27)
  • Patient
  • Confidence
  • Learning
“I passed my manual driving test first time this week and I am very grateful for all of John's support, from my first driving lesson just after my 17th birthday right up to my driving test. He always made sure I understood everything and really helped...”
Emergency Services
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Serving Basildon Area
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A-Class HGV Driving School

A-Class HGV Driving School

(30)
  • Training
  • Instructor Mark
  • Cat
“Big thanks to A-class HGV and especially Simon my instructor. I passed my class 2 on the first try today. Simon is excellent teacher. He certainly has his own style of teaching, but trust me it works! His approach will leave you feeling prepared for ...”
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374 Canterbury St, Gillingham ME7 5JU
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Bikes in Motion Motorcycle Training

Bikes in Motion Motorcycle Training

(30)
  • CBT
  • Wealth
  • Reviews
“Awesome!! Highly recommended, the instructors are chilled and helpful and will teach you anything you need. Well maintained bikes and a good environment all round. I did CBT, MOD1 and MOD2 there and I am glad this is the place I chose.”
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23, Whitesbridge Industrial Estate, Crays Hill, Billericay CM11 2UL
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Dav's School of Motoring Gravesend

Dav's School of Motoring Gravesend

(30)
An Organised, Learn-to-Drive Syllabus, Refresher Courses, Bespoke Driving Lessons Designed Around Your Needs
“Passed first time thanks to Dav! Dav is an amazing instructor who is patient and goes through everything necessary to pass the test step by step. He is calm even when you make mistakes, so you feel comfortable as soon as you get into his car. When yo...”
Old Rd West, Gravesend DA11 0LJ
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M.S Driving School

M.S Driving School

(30)
  • Teaching Style
  • To Learn
  • Family
“Excellent service Mohbubur is great instructor. Very calm way of teaching. Very patient. Every lesson is enjoyable. He's made driving very easy task. I highly recommend Mohbubur MS driving school.”
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2 Woodward Cl, Grays RM17 5RP
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A1 National

A1 National

(29)
  • Patient
  • Patience
  • Money
“Recently passed my test, 1st time and with only 3 minors, Shaun was my instructor and I couldn't have done this without him. Patient and professional and would highly recommend.”
Emergency Services
Family Business
Serving Basildon Area
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Driver Education Services in Basildon Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
£225
Maximum cost
£1121
National Average
£524
Avg Per Hour Rates
£89
£437
£623
Fair price range is based on 375 cost profiles
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Average Cost £524
Minimum cost £225
Maximum cost £1121
Avg Per Hour Rates £89

Fair range $437 to $623 is based on 375 cost profiles.

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