You can book a lesson immediately by calling us on 020 84322205. You can also click on the “Book Now” button found on our home page.
You can book an appointment online at a time to suit and can also view and amend any future bookings.
We will send you reminders about class times via text and email.
This will vary, as every individual is different.
Please consider the following:
The Driving Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), recommends that a complete beginner has a minimum of 45 hours of professional tuition coupled with approximately 22 hours of private practice.
The majority of our pupils have an average of 30 to 35 hours of tuition and practice.
We owe this to our structured learning program but bear in mind that determination and perseverance also go a long way.
Your age can determine how quickly you learn to drive. In general, the younger you are, the quicker you will learn and the fewer driving lessons you will need.
A mature learner is likely to need more lessons prior to taking the test.
Previous experience should also be taken into account.
A pupil who rides a motorbike or cycles in towns will have more practical road knowledge and will tend to develop driving skills more quickly than a complete novice.
The test is the same for both manual and automatic cars.
You can read more information on the driving test and what to expect here.
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You can take your theory test once your provisional licence becomes valid; on your 17th birthday.
However, you can apply for the licence up to three months before your 17th birthday.
If you apply for your provisional licence before you turn 17 you will still have to wait until your 17th birthday before you will be allowed to take the theory test.
Yes, all of our instructors are fully qualified.
However, we do take on trainee instructors from time to time.
All our instructors are reliable, punctual and courteous.
Our instructors will advise you on all aspects of learning to drive, drawing on our structured learning program. We cover every aspect of driving, from the theory test to passing the practical test, plus driving on motorways and at night known as the Pass Plus Scheme.
We will provide you with advice on what to read and the various YouTube videos to watch and research. We will suggest where and when to take your driving test and how best to practice with friends or family.
Our preferred test centre is Mitcham
Their address is Redhouse Rd, Croydon CR0 3AQ
You can read their reviews here.
The short answer to this question is yes.
A refresher course with a qualified driving instructor from Direct Drive will help increase your confidence as well as develop lost skills.
It is also essential to re-educate one’s self on the rules and regulations of the roads which you may well have overlooked or forgotten. After 5-10 hours with one of our instructors, you will be ready to cope by yourself. Contact Us for more information.
Once your driving instructor agrees you are ready to take the driving test, you can book it here.