Driving Lessons in Croydon

The DVSA quotes a total of around 45 hours of professional lessons. However, some learners complete them faster, while others take longer. This will depend on your learning speed, how often you take lessons, and whether you do private practice. Croydon roads have diverse traffic. There are busy towns, dual carriageways, and quieter side roads, so your instructor will teach you a range of scenarios before you are ready to take your test.

The cost of driving lessons Croydon is on average £37.00 per hour. There are also five-lesson and ten-lesson blocks available for £185.00 and £360.00, respectively. If you wish to book your practical test, the test day fee is £115. If you are planning to take regular lessons, it may be worth considering block bookings, as you’ll pay less per lesson.

Yes, there is an intensive driving course Croydon. These are intended for those who want to go a step further and learn faster than it would take several months. You drive for many hours a day over time and acquire skills quickly. It is a good option for learners with some experience who want to go faster to test the standard.

Yes, we have a DVSA-approved driving instructor in Croydon. This means they are listed on the official register of approved driving instructors (RADI), held by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency. The school has been teaching lessons in Croydon since 1992, and instructors are qualified to teach all types of roads and learners of all abilities. You can check any instructor’s registration directly from the DVSA website.

Yes. You can choose between manual & automatic driving lessons in Croydon.

Manual driving lessons in Croydon will teach you to use the clutch and gearshift, and passing a manual test means your license is valid for both manual and automatic cars. Automatic lessons remove that complexity, especially in the busy streets of Croydon. But if you pass in automatic, you can only drive an automatic car. If you are unsure of your choice, discuss it with your instructor.

We provide driving lessons in Croydon, and many surrounding areas. This includes Mitcham, Addiscombe, Shirley, Waddon, Wallington, and more. Lessons are available for all the postcodes, including CR, SM, SE, SW, KT, and BR. If you are in the surrounding area and looking for a driving instructor in Croydon, you can check the full list of areas on the website or call to see if your postcode is included.

Apex Driving School charges driving lessons in Croydon at £37 for individual lessons, whereas there are discounted lesson bundles also available for 5 lessons at £185, 10 lessons at £360, 20 lessons at £720, and 30 lessons at £1,080. All lesson prices are the same for both automatic and manual.

The instructor would prefer a road for practice according to the learner’s ability and traffic conditions. For example, the instructor uses the Sandilands route for stopping, moving off, and basic control teaching. Hence, there is no fixed route or a fixed practice road.

Female drivers often look for female instructors in Croydon. Apex Driving School provides female instructors to create a more comfortable learning environment. During enquiry, please clarify your preference, location, and timing. We will accordingly confirm the female instructor availability in your area.

If you are returning after a certain pause, you can choose our refresher lessons. They focus on your weaknesses, like difficulty handling the car in traffic or parking. You will be taught around your learning goals, and eventually polish your skills.

Yes, we offer intensive courses, and you are free to choose a lesson that matches your current skills and experience. Please share your objective, and the instructor will guide you accordingly. Your learning pace will decide whether you are ready for the test day.