Do you teach automatic and manual driving?

Yes, we offer both manual and automatic driving lessons at Abbies Driving School, so you can choose whichever suits you best.

How do I book my first driving lesson?

You can register online in a couple of minutes through our website, or call us on 020 7474 9222 and we will sort everything for you.

Driving Lessons in East London & Essex

Q: Do you offer intensive driving courses?

Yes. Our intensive driving courses are built around your test date to help you pass faster. Contact us for a tailored package.

25+ years experience

ABOUT ABBIES

East London and Essex's trusted driving school

Established for over 25 years, Abbies Driving School serves East London and Essex with first class, friendly lessons. We use only the best DVSA approved instructors and help thousands of learners every year pass their test and earn their full UK driving licence.

Our centre is open six days a week and we welcome all visitors and enquiries.

DVSA approved Fully qualified instructors.

Flexible times Lessons that fit your week.

Manual & automatic Whatever suits you.

Thousands passed Across the local area.

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OUR LESSONS

Choose what suits you

Manual lessons

Full control and the freedom to drive any car once you pass.

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Automatic lessons

Simpler and smoother, so you can focus on the road.

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Intensive courses

Pass faster with a course built around your test date.

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HOW IT WORKS

Three steps to the open road

1

Register online

Fill in the quick form in two minutes.

2

Learn with a pro

Structured lessons built around you.

3

Pass your test

Drive away with full confidence.

AREAS WE COVER

Lessons across East London and Essex

Not sure if we cover you? Just ask, we travel across the area.

Stratford Ilford Walthamstow Newham Forest Gate Plaistow East Ham Barking Leyton Canning Town Manor Park Romford

Rated 4.9 on Google

REVIEWS

Rated 4.9 by 2,129 drivers on Google

Real feedback from learners who passed with Abbies Driving School.

★★★★★

"I am so happy I passed my driving test today at Wanstead test centre. I cannot recommend my driving instructor, Kalam, enough. Patient, professional, and made me feel confident from day one."

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Iuliia Garber

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4.9

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★★★★★

"Passed first time thanks to Abbies. The instructors really know how to build your confidence. I went from nervous to driving on my own in just a few months. Highly recommend."

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Marcus R.

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★★★★★

"Best driving school in East London, hands down. Flexible times, friendly instructors, and they genuinely care about you passing. Worth every penny."

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Sarah P.

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★★★★★

"25 years of experience really shows. Professional, calm, and excellent teaching. They prepared me thoroughly for my test. Thank you Abbies."

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Emma W.