Britannia Driving School Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Looking at 23 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company, consistently praising the high quality of instruction. Customers frequently highlight the exceptional patience, calm demeanor, and clear explanations provided by their instructors, making every lesson comfortable and stress-free. People note that the personalized teaching style builds confidence effectively, ensuring learners feel fully prepared for their upcoming driving exams. Reviewers also mention that the administrative office staff members are extremely polite, well organized, and always quick to answer any questions. Consumers deeply appreciate the thoroughly structured lessons that focus on real driving skills, successfully helping them become safe and capable drivers on all roads.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had an amazing experience learning to drive with Oscar from Britannia Driving School. He’s a brilliant instructor - patient, calm, and never once raised his voice when I made mistakes. His instr... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a couple of driving instructors before trying Britannia. They sent Jon, and he is by far the most knowledgeable and experienced of them all. He was always punctual, gave clear instructions and e... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I performed a mock test with Oscar, two days ahead of my actual exam. I was taught throughout my lessons by a different instructor and company but I sought out the experience of having a different ins... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve just passed my test first time with only 2 minors. This is solely down to my instructor Jon, who always went above and beyond in every lesson. We trained beyond the test, by doing motorway... See more


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We are one of the UK's most renowned driving schools with over 90 licensed driving instructors servicing London, Surrey and Middlesex. Making learning to drive fun and hassle-free with a friendly and enthusiastic team and affordable prices. We a...


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had previously lesson before but…

I had previously lesson before but after having my lessons with Jon I felt so much more confident in my driving he prepared me for everything that was to come and was amazing company! This helped my to pass first time which I am forever grateful for!
Many thanks Jon
-Tara

24 June 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An amazing instructor Oscar who helped me succeed on my first try

I had my driving lessons with Oscar, and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. I came to him as a complete beginner, feeling nervous about everything: the road, the car, and even my own abilities.
Oscar was incredibly patient, calm, polite, and supportive throughout every lesson. He always made sure I felt comfortable and never put unnecessary pressure on me. Step by step, he helped me build my confidence and taught me everything I needed to become a safe and capable driver.
Thanks to his knowledge, professionalism, and encouragement, I passed my driving test on the very first attempt! I am incredibly grateful for everything he taught me and for making the whole learning experience so positive.
I would highly recommend Oscar to anyone looking for a kind, patient, and truly amazing driving instructor!

17 July 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding Learning Experience

I had a fantastic experience learning with Rahan. He is incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely cares about his students’ progress. Every lesson was clear and tailored to help me improve my confidence and understanding.
I’m very pleased with the instruction I received and would highly recommend this driving school to anyone looking for a supportive and reliable instructor.

30 May 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend Oscar

I did refresher lessons with Oscar and had a really good experience. His calm and patient approach helped improve my confidence a lot, and I felt far more comfortable than with instructors I’d had in the past. He explains things clearly, never makes you feel stressed, and creates a relaxed atmosphere for learning. Would definitely recommend.

12 May 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I passed my driving test today !

Oscar is a great instructor – highly recommend!

I had a very positive experience learning to drive with Oscar. He’s patient, calm, and explains everything in a way that’s easy to understand. Even when I made mistakes, he never got frustrated or annoyed he just guided me through them and helped me improve each time. His tips were practical and his demeanour made me much more confident in driving.

As my test got closer, I was feeling a bit nervous and felt like I needed a few more lessons, without hesitation Oscar would look at his schedule and see if there were any gaps in his day to fit me in, I feel that was very generous and improved my result by a mile . He made sure I was fully prepared and supported me every step of the way, always speaking words of encouragement which played a huge part in me passing.

I’ve already recommended Oscar to a couple of people I know who are looking to take their driving test, and I’d happily recommend him to anyone else too.

30 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing experience

I had a fantastic experience with Britannia Driving School and especially with my instructor, Jon. I passed today, and I’m so grateful for all his help and support throughout the process.

Jon is a lovely instructor, patient, encouraging, and very knowledgeable. He made me feel calm and confident behind the wheel, and his teaching style was clear and supportive from start to finish. I genuinely couldn’t have asked for a better instructor.

I’d also like to mention the staff at Britannia Driving School, who were always polite, helpful, and professional whenever I dealt with them. The whole experience has been positive from beginning to end.

I would highly recommend Britannia Driving School to anyone learning to drive. Thank you, Jon for helping me pass!

29 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Oscar was a great driving instructor-…

Oscar was a great driving instructor- very patient, calm, and clear in his explanations. He made me feel comfortable and confident whenever I was driving , even when I was nervous at the start. All of this meant that I passed the first time!

24 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a really great experience…

I had a really great experience learning to drive with Oscar. He was always kind, calm, and incredibly helpful throughout the whole process. His patience made a huge difference, especially when I was feeling nervous, and he explained everything clearly in a way that was easy to understand.

Thanks to his support and teaching, I was able to pass my test first time and feel confident driving independently. I’d definitely recommend Oscar to anyone looking for a reliable and supportive driving instructor.

17 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have recently passed my driving test…

I have recently passed my driving test and I wouldn’t have been able to do it without George! He was such a great instructor and I looked forward to my lesson with him every week.
Not only does he explain everything clearly and understandably, he consistently boosts your confidence and will allow you to go over the things you are unsure about until you feel confident. He is so knowledgeable about driving it instantly puts you at ease, I don’t think there is anyone better to learn from!
I was anxious as a driver and George always reminded me that I could do it and I genuinely felt he really cared about me passing my test.
I cannot recommend George enough. I have told all my family and friends that he is the first point of call if they are going to be learning to drive!

8 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I highly recommend Oscar as a driving instructor!!

I highly recommend Oscar as a driving instructor. His teaching style is clear and tailored to however you learn best. Oscar also explains everything in a way that’s easy to understand whilst staying patient and calm throughout. He addressed all the challenges I had through practicality. Because of his guidance and teaching, I passed my driving test!! If you’re looking for an instructor who genuinely cares about your progress and is reliable you should definitely go with Oscar.

1 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Learning with George!

I recently had the pleasure of learning to drive with George and I honestly couldn’t recommend him enough. From the very first lesson he was calm, patient and really supportive, which made a huge difference when I was nervous starting out.

George explains everything clearly and makes sure you fully understand each skill before moving on. He never rushes you and always gives helpful feedback that actually improves your driving. His teaching style is professional but also relaxed, which makes lessons enjoyable and much less stressful.

What I appreciated most was how encouraging he was. He builds your confidence step by step and genuinely wants you to succeed. Thanks to his excellent teaching I feel much more confident and ready for the roads.

If you’re looking for a reliable, friendly and knowledgeable driving instructor, George is definitely the one to go with. I’m really grateful for all the help and support he gave me throughout my lessons I wouldn’t have been able to get through my nerves without him.

5 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing lessons with Rahan!

I had a really positive experience with Rahan, who was outstanding throughout my driving lessons. Super patient and friendly which made me feel comfortable and made the lessons a lot of fun as well. Great availability throughout the week which made planning the lessons very easy and ensured he was available for my test which was helpful. Passed first time, would recommend!

24 February 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

With thanks to Oscar at Britannia…

With thanks to Oscar at Britannia driving school, I was able to pass my test first time. Having been a licensed driver in a different country, Oscar was able to tailor my lessons to focus on the different road rules compared to my home country. I would highly recommend Oscar and Britannia driving school to future learners.

25 February 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve just passed my test first time…

I’ve just passed my test first time with only 2 minors.

This is solely down to my instructor Jon, who always went above and beyond in every lesson. We trained beyond the test, by doing motorways, country lanes and other manoeuvres, so that by the time the test came around I was competent and confident and ensured that I’m ready to drive safely on all roads.

He made me feel at ease the entire time we were driving and was great company.

Thank you so much, Jon, for the experience and getting me through to pass first time.

30 December 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Oscar is the best instructor! Thank you

I had an amazing experience learning to drive with Oscar from Britannia Driving School. He’s a brilliant instructor - patient, calm, and never once raised his voice when I made mistakes. His instructions were always clear, and he gave me practical tips that genuinely improved my driving.

Three days before my test, I was struggling, and Oscar went out of his way to fit in an extra lesson to make sure I felt fully prepared. I genuinely believe that this was the difference maker in me passing my final test. I had two instructors before him and honestly, there’s no comparison - Oscar is the best. He helped build my confidence and played a huge part in me getting my pass.

Highly recommend!

10 December 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

amazing jon

I recently completed my lessons with the amazing jon, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. From the moment I enrolled, the staff was organized, friendly, and quick to answer any questions. Jon was very patient with me, knowledgeable, and always made sure I felt comfortable behind the wheel.

Each lesson was structured, focusing on real driving skills rather than just passing the test. I especially appreciated how jon explained not only what to do, but why—which really helped me develop confidence and safe driving habits.

Thanks to jon’s guidance, I passed my driving test in Tolworth. I highly recommend this school to anyone looking for professional instruction and a supportive learning environment. I’d also like to say a massive thanks to jon who has never let me down, kept his word and always made sure i was confident in what i was doing, i wouldn’t of got here without him!! he always kept his car nice and clean and his personality was out of this world, i’m going to miss working with jon!

8 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Rahan is the best driving instructor in…

Rahan is the best driving instructor in the business! He’s super patient and gives great advice that helped me pass my test on the first attempt. Great instructor and even better person, would definitely recommend!

12 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great driving school with experienced instructors.

I had a couple of driving instructors before trying Britannia. They sent Jon, and he is by far the most knowledgeable and experienced of them all. He was always punctual, gave clear instructions and explained how to do things properly. He taught me how to drive, not just pass the test. I passed with two minors and would recommend Jon and Britannia to anyone. The office staff were also very helpful when I had any queries.

6 November 2025
Unprompted review

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