Manual Lessons
Learn on a modern dual-control manual car. A manual licence lets you drive both manual and automatic cars.
Who it’s for: Learners who want full flexibility
- Clutch control & gears
- Hill starts
- All test manoeuvres
Services
Our Services
Driving lessons and courses for every stage — from your first lesson to Pass Plus.
Automatic Lessons
No clutch or gears to worry about — focus on the road and become test-ready sooner.
Who it’s for: Nervous drivers & faster learners
- Simpler controls
- Fewer lessons on average
- Great for city driving
Intensive Courses
20, 30, 40 and 48 hour courses that get you test-ready in weeks.
Who it’s for: Learners with a deadline
- Daily lessons
- Mock tests
- Test booking help
Refresher Lessons
Rebuild confidence after a break, or get used to London traffic.
Who it’s for: Full licence holders
- Motorways
- Parking
- Busy junctions
Pass Plus
Six DVSA modules for new drivers: town, all weathers, night, rural, dual carriageways and motorways.
Who it’s for: Newly qualified drivers
- May reduce insurance
- Advanced hazard skills
- No test at the end
Theory & Test Prep
Theory test revision, hazard perception, Show Me Tell Me questions and full mock tests.
Who it’s for: Everyone before test day
- Mock driving tests
- Show Me Tell Me
- Hazard perception
Compare
Manual vs automatic
| Feature | Manual | Automatic |
|---|---|---|
| Licence lets you drive | Manual & automatic | Automatic only |
| Learning curve | Clutch & gears to master | Simpler — no clutch |
| Typical lessons needed | More | Fewer |
| Best for | Flexibility & cheaper cars | Nervous learners & city driving |
FAQ
Common questions
The DVSA says learners need around 45 hours of professional lessons plus 22 hours of private practice on average. Learners with previous experience often need far fewer — our 20 to 48 hour courses are matched to your current level after an assessment lesson.
Yes. Every course is available in a dual-control manual or automatic car, and you can choose the transmission when you book.
Yes. All of our instructors are DVSA-approved driving instructors (ADIs) who teach in modern dual-control cars.
We teach across East London and Ilford, including Whitechapel, Stratford, East Ham, Barking and Redbridge. Enter your postcode on our site to check coverage.
Yes. We can help you find and book a test date at your local test centre and use our car for the test.
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- Same-day call back
- Flexible lessons 7 days a week
- Pay as you go or save with a course