Driving School Forest Gate – Manual and Automatic Lessons

Looking for a friendly, reliable driving school in Forest Gate? You’re in the right place. At London Driving Academy Ltd, we help beginners and returning drivers become safe, confident drivers.

Our DVSA-approved instructors teach at your pace. We offer flexible lesson times to fit around work, college, or family life.

We teach in Forest Gate and nearby areas, including Stratford, Manor Park, Upton Park, East Ham, Plaistow, Maryland, Green Street, Wanstead Flats, and Ilford.

📌 Learn to Drive in Forest Gate and Newham

We cover Forest Gate and the wider London Borough of Newham, plus nearby East London areas:

• Forest Gate (E7), Maryland, Green Street
• Manor Park and Little Ilford
• Upton Park, Plaistow, East Ham
• Stratford and West Ham
• Leyton, Leytonstone, Wanstead

We know the local test routes well. We’ll help you get ready for Wanstead, Goodmayes, or Chingford test centres.

🚗 Driving Lessons We Offer

Automatic Driving Lessons Forest Gate

Want a simpler drive with no clutch or gears? Automatic lessons help you focus on the road and traffic around you.

Manual Driving Lessons Forest Gate

Learn full car control. We’ll teach smooth clutch control, gear changes, roundabouts, junctions, and hill starts with clear, calm guidance.

🤔 Manual or Automatic — Which Should I Choose?

• Automatic: Easier to learn and great in busy city traffic. Licence allows automatic cars only.
• Manual: More flexible licence (you can drive manual and automatic). May take a bit longer to learn.

Not sure? Book a trial lesson and we’ll help you decide.

📘 Courses Tailored to Your Needs

• Beginner Lessons: Start from the basics on quiet streets near Wanstead Flats and Woodgrange area.
• Refresher Courses: Perfect for nervous drivers or international licence holders.
• Pass Plus: Extra skills like motorway, night, and bad-weather driving.
• Intensive Courses: Learn fast with multiple lessons per week to get test-ready sooner.

🗺️ Where We Practise in and around Forest Gate

• Quiet residential roads: Woodgrange, Osborne, Hampton, and avenues around Wanstead Flats (Capel Rd, Dames Rd)
• Romford Road (A118): bus-lane times, lane discipline, and meeting traffic
• Woodgrange Road, Green Street, Upton Lane, Katherine Road: busy junctions and traffic lights
• Routes towards Wanstead, Goodmayes, and Chingford for realistic test prep

🏁 Local Test Centres We Use

• Wanstead – very common for Forest Gate learners
• Goodmayes – popular in East London
• Chingford – another nearby option

We’ll help you choose the best centre and practise typical routes and junctions.

📍 Areas We Cover

Forest Gate & Newham Postcodes: E7, E12, E13, E6, E15

Nearby Postcodes: E11, E10, IG1, IG3

✅ Why Choose London Driving Academy?

• DVSA-Approved Instructors with 10+ Years of Local Experience
• Flexible lessons — weekdays, evenings, and weekends
• Dual-control cars for safety
• Fair, transparent pricing with no hidden costs
• Calm, friendly teaching with proven pass results

🌟 Learn with Forest Gate Specialists

We know Forest Gate’s roads — from Romford Road and Green Street to the quieter areas near Wanstead Flats. We teach safe habits for life, not just for the test.

💼 Prices and Driving Packages

Pay-As-You-Go

£35.00 per hour (minimum 2 hours per lesson)

Block Booking

• 10 Hours – £340
• 20 Hours – £660
• 30 Hours – £980

Intensive Courses

• 10 Hours – £334
• 15 Hours – £469
• 20 Hours – £669
• 25 Hours – £833

Ultimate Package

Unlimited lessons + car hire for your test – Contact us for pricing

🚗 Hire a Car for Your Driving Test

No car for test day? We can help. Hire our car and get a one-hour warm-up before your test so you feel calm and ready.

🧭 How Your First Lesson Works

1. Pick-up from home, work, college, or Forest Gate Station
2. Licence check and quick eyesight check
3. Seat and mirror set-up for comfort and safety
4. Car controls explained in simple steps
5. Drive on quiet streets first, then build up as you feel ready

👜 What to Bring to Your Lesson

• Your provisional driving licence
• Glasses or contact lenses if you use them
• Comfortable shoes with thin, flat soles

🚉 Popular Pick‑Up Points in Forest Gate

• Forest Gate Station (Elizabeth line)
• Woodgrange Park Station (Overground)
• Green Street Market
• Romford Road shops and bus stops
• Wanstead Flats (Aldersbrook Road side)

We can also pick you up from home or work — just ask.

📅 Book Driving Lessons in Forest Gate

Ready to start? We’ve helped hundreds of learners pass. You could be next. Get in touch today.

Call: 020 8050 9933

Email: bookings@londondrivingacademy.co.uk

Visit: londondrivingacademy.co.uk

🗺️ Our Forest Gate Location

We’re local to Forest Gate and ready to help you get your full UK licence.

Frequently Asked Questions – Forest Gate Driving Lessons

How much do driving lessons cost in Forest Gate?

Our standard rate is £35 per hour (minimum 2 hours). We also offer block booking and intensive discounts.

Can I have lessons in the evenings or at weekends?

Yes. We offer flexible times to fit your schedule.

Are your instructors local to Forest Gate?

Yes. All our instructors are DVSA-approved and know Forest Gate and nearby test routes well.

Do you teach both manual and automatic?

Absolutely. Choose the option that suits you best. We can help you decide if you’re unsure.