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Driving School Loughton – Manual and Automatic Lessons

London Driving Academy provides manual and automatic driving lessons in Loughton (IG10) and surrounding areas. Our DVSA-approved instructors deliver structured training for beginners, refresher learners, and intensive courses with weekday, evening, and weekend availability.

Lessons include preparation for both the Theory Test and the Practical Driving Test using local roads and test routes across Loughton, Debden, Buckhurst Hill, Theydon Bois, Chigwell, Woodford, and Epping.

Instructor standards are regulated by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).

London Driving Academy learners after passing their test

Where Can I Learn to Drive in Loughton and Epping Forest?

Loughton (High Road, Church Hill, Station area)
Debden and Borders Lane
Buckhurst Hill and Roding Valley
Theydon Bois and Epping
Chigwell, Woodford, and Chingford

Training includes local routes commonly used for Chingford, Wanstead, and Goodmayes driving tests.

What Types of Driving Lessons Do You Offer in Loughton?

Automatic Driving Lessons

Learn without clutch or gear changes, allowing you to focus on observation, positioning, and traffic awareness.

Manual Driving Lessons

Develop full vehicle control including clutch balance, gear changes, hill starts, junctions, and roundabouts.

Manual or Automatic – Which Licence Should I Choose?

Automatic: Easier to learn and suitable for busy urban driving. Licence allows automatic vehicles only.
Manual: Allows you to drive both manual and automatic vehicles.

What Driving Courses Are Available?

Beginner Lessons: Step-by-step training starting on quiet residential roads.
Refresher Lessons: For nervous drivers or international licence holders.
Intensive Courses: Higher lesson frequency to reach test standard faster.
Pass Plus: Motorway, night, and all-weather driving.
Theory Test Support: Guidance on hazard perception, study resources, and preparation for the DVSA Theory Test.

Where Do You Practise Driving in and Around Loughton?

Residential areas near Debden and Loughton Station
Main roads including A121, A104, and A1168
Mini roundabouts, narrow roads, and meeting traffic situations
Parking practice: bay, parallel, and roadside
Hill start practice where suitable

Which Local Driving Test Centres Do You Use?

Chingford Driving Test Centre
Wanstead Driving Test Centre
Goodmayes Driving Test Centre

Lessons include preparation for local junctions, independent driving, and sat-nav routes used during the Practical Test.

What Are Your Driving Lesson Prices and Packages?

Pay As You Go

£35 per hour (minimum 2 hours)

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

Can I Hire a Car for My Driving Test?

Yes. Car hire includes a one-hour warm-up lesson before your Practical Test to help you prepare.

Where Are Your Popular Pick-Up Points in Loughton?

Loughton Station
Debden Station
Theydon Bois Station
Buckhurst Hill Station
Epping Station

Home, workplace, or college pick-up is also available.

Do You Offer Extra Support for Nervous Drivers?

Patient step-by-step instruction
Clear lesson goals
Progress at your own pace

Do You Provide Mock Tests and Practical Test Preparation?

Mock tests on local routes
Independent driving and sat-nav practice
Parking manoeuvre training
Pre-test checks and guidance

How Many Driving Lessons Will I Need?

Most learners require around 45 hours of professional instruction plus approximately 20 hours of private practice before taking the practical test.

This estimate is based on guidance from the DVSA learning to drive recommendations.

How Can I Book Driving Lessons in Loughton?

Contact London Driving Academy to check availability and arrange your first lesson.

Call: 020 8050 9933

Email: bookings@londondrivingacademy.co.uk

Online: Contact Form

What Is Your Loughton Service Area and Location?

We operate throughout Loughton (IG10) and surrounding areas including Debden, Buckhurst Hill, Theydon Bois, Chigwell, Woodford, Chingford, and Epping.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you teach both manual and automatic?

Yes. You can choose manual or automatic lessons based on your preference and licence goals.

Do you offer intensive courses?

Yes. Intensive packages are available from 10 to 25 hours depending on experience.

Do you provide theory test support?

Yes. We provide guidance and resources to help you prepare for the DVSA Theory Test.

How do I book my first lesson?

Call, email, or use the online contact form. We will confirm your postcode, availability, and lesson type.

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