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Excel Driving School offers competitive prices for high-quality driving lessons. Our lessons are tailored to your individual needs, with flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle. Book 1-on-1 sessions for maximum learning and benefit from free theory support included in our packages. feel free to contact us for any queries.

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Barking's Leading Driving School

From first gear to test day, we'll guide you through every routes in Barking, Goodmayes or Hornchurch test centre.

Driving lesson Prices.

DURATION MANUAL AUTOMATIC
1 Hour Lesson £35.00 £35.00
1.5 Hour Lesson £52.50 £52.50
2 Hours Lesson £70.00 £70.00
10 Hours Block £340.00 £340.00

Additional Pricing

DURATION MANUAL AUTOMATIC
Driving Test car hire £150.00 £150.00

Block booking offer applies to first 10 hours. Standerd pay as you go rate applies after that.

What Makes Excel the best Driving School in Barking, Goodmayes and Hornchurch ?

Not all driving instructors are created equal.

At Excel Driving School, we've spent over 20 years mastering one thing: helping you pass your driving test, first time.

Our friendly driving instructors don't just drill test manoeuvres. We build driving confidence through defensive techniques and real-world road skills you'll use for life.

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Online booking

Please book your first lesson online followed by the remaining with your instructor.

Payment

All Block booking payments to be made in advance to the instructor on first lesson.

Motorway lesson

If you would like to book a motorway driving lesson then please call us for more information, usually we can give you 2 hours motorway tuition for £80.00.

Cancellation Policy

If you need to cancel a lesson, please give your instructor a minimum 48 hours’ notice else you will liable for full payment. If a pre-paid lesson is cancelled it will count as a lesson taken unless a minimum of 48 hours’ notice is given. If for any reason, you are unable to pay for your lesson on the day we reserve the right to levy a late payment surcharge – instructor’s discretion. Repeated occurrences will result in us requiring payment in advance of each lesson.

Frequently asked Questions

Q: What areas do you cover for driving lessons?

A: We provide driving lessons in Barking, Ilford, Dagenham, Goodmayes, and surrounding East London areas. Our lessons are tailored to help you pass at test centres in Barking, Goodmayes, or Hornchurch.

Q: Do you offer automatic driving lessons?

A: Yes, Excel Driving School offers both automatic and manual driving lessons for beginners and experienced learners. Prices for both transmissions are the same (e.g., £35/hour).

Q: Can nervous beginners start lessons ?

A: Absolutely. We specialise in helping nervous and beginner learners build confidence safely and comfortably. Our instructors focus on defensive techniques and real-world skills.

Q: Do you offer intensive driving courses?

A: Yes, intensive driving courses are available depending on instructor availability and your specific requirements. Please contact us directly to discuss options.

Q: Do I need to pass the Theory Test before starting driving lessons?

A: No. In fact, it is a good idea to learn the theory while you are learning the practical, as it can bring the subject alive, making it easier to understand and remember.

Q: What is your cancellation policy?

A: You must give your instructor a minimum of 48 hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule a lesson. Otherwise, you will be liable for full payment. If you cancel a pre-paid lesson with less than 48 hours’ notice, it will count as a lesson taken.

Q: How do block bookings work?

A: The block booking offer (10 hours for £340) applies to your first 10 hours. After that, the standard pay-as-you-go rate applies. All block booking payments must be made in advance to your instructor on the first lesson.

Q: Do you offer motorway driving lessons?

A: Yes. Please call us for more information. Typically, we can offer 2 hours of motorway tuition for £80.00.

Q: What is the cost to use the car for the driving test?

A: Driving test car hire is £150.00 for both manual and automatic vehicles.

Q: How do I book my first lesson?

A: Please book your first lesson online or call us. After that, you can arrange the remaining lessons directly with your instructor.

Your Driver’s Licence is Closer Than You Think

Book your first lesson with Excel Driving School today. Manual or automatic, standard or intensive - we'll get you test-ready and road-confident in Barking, Goodmayes, Ilford, Dagenham or in Hornchurch.