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Driving School Dagenham – Manual and Automatic Lessons
Need a friendly, reliable driving school in Dagenham? You’re in the right place. At London Driving Academy Ltd, we help beginners and returning drivers learn safely and confidently.
Our DVSA‑approved instructors teach in simple steps. We fit lessons around your day — mornings, evenings, or weekends.
We teach across Dagenham and nearby: Becontree, Becontree Heath, Rush Green, Marks Gate, Chadwell Heath, Barking, Rainham, and Elm Park.
📌 Learn to Drive in Dagenham
We cover the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham and local borders:
- Dagenham East, Dagenham Heathway, Dagenham Dock
- Becontree and Becontree Heath
- Chadwell Heath and Marks Gate
- Barking and Upney
- Rush Green and Elm Park
- Rainham and South Hornchurch
We know local test routes. We’ll help you prepare for Goodmayes or Hornchurch test centres (and Wanstead for some learners).
🚗 Driving Lessons We Offer
Automatic Driving Lessons Dagenham
No clutch or gears. Easier in traffic. Focus on the road and your observations.
Manual Driving Lessons Dagenham
Full car control. Learn smooth clutch control, gear changes, roundabouts, junctions, and hill starts with calm, clear coaching.
🤔 Manual or Automatic — Which Should I Choose?
- Automatic: Easier to learn. Great for busy 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 You
- Beginner Lessons: Start with the basics on quiet streets. Build skills step by step.
- Refresher Courses: Ideal for nervous drivers or international licence holders.
- Pass Plus: Motorway, night, and bad‑weather driving.
- Intensive Courses: Learn faster with more lessons each week so you’re test‑ready sooner.
- Mock Tests: Realistic practice so you know what to expect on the day.
🗺️ Where We Practise in Dagenham
- Quiet areas: Becontree estate and streets near Parsloes Park, Valence Park, and May & Baker area for early lessons
- Main roads: Ripple Road (A13), New Road (A1306), Rainham Road North/South (A1112), Oxlow Lane, Wood Lane, Green Lane (A1083), Longbridge Road (A124), Ballards Road
- Key junctions: Becontree Heath roundabout, Lodge Avenue interchange, Merrielands area — advanced only
- Skills: bus‑lane signs and cameras, speed‑limit changes (20/30/40/50), mini‑roundabouts, meeting traffic, bay and parallel parking
- Test prep routes: practice towards Goodmayes, Hornchurch, and Wanstead centres
🏁 Local Test Centres We Use
- Goodmayes – very popular for RM8/RM9/RM10 learners
- Hornchurch – common for Dagenham/Rainham/Elm Park
- Wanstead – another option for some routes
We’ll help you pick the best centre and practise typical roads and junctions.
📍 Areas We Cover
Dagenham & Nearby Postcodes: RM8, RM9, RM10, IG11, RM7, RM13
✅ Why Choose London Driving Academy?
- DVSA‑Approved Instructors with 10+ Years of Local Experience
- Flexible lessons — weekdays, evenings, and weekends
- Dual‑control cars for a safe learning environment
- Fair, transparent pricing with no hidden costs
- Calm, friendly teaching with proven pass results
🌟 Learn with Dagenham Specialists
We know Dagenham’s roads — from the Heathway and Oxlow Lane to the A13 and Becontree Heath. 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
- Pick‑up from home, work, college, or a local station
- Licence check and quick eyesight check
- Seat and mirror set‑up for comfort and safety
- Simple car controls explained
- Drive on quiet streets first, then build up as you feel ready
👜 What to Bring
- Your provisional driving licence
- Glasses or contact lenses if you use them
- Comfortable shoes with thin, flat soles
🚉 Popular Pick‑Up Points in Dagenham
- Dagenham Heathway, Dagenham East, Becontree (District line)
- Barking Station (District/H&C/C2C)
- Chadwell Heath and Goodmayes (Elizabeth line)
- Dagenham Dock (C2C)
- Becontree Heath Bus Station
We can also pick you up from home or work — just ask.
🧪 Mock Tests and Test‑Day Tips
- Mock tests on local routes so you know what to expect
- Independent driving and sat‑nav practice
- Parking practice: bay, parallel, and pulling up on the right
- Calm pre‑test routine and last‑minute checks
⏱️ How Many Lessons Will I Need?
Everyone is different. Many learners need about 45 hours with an instructor plus around 20 hours of private practice. After your first few lessons, we’ll create a plan for you.
📅 Book Driving Lessons in Dagenham
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 Dagenham Location
We’re local to Dagenham and ready to help you get your full UK licence.
Frequently Asked Questions – Dagenham Driving Lessons
How much do driving lessons cost in Dagenham?
Our standard rate is £35 per hour (minimum 2 hours). We also offer block booking and intensive discounts.
Do you offer lessons in the evenings or at weekends?
Yes. We offer flexible times to fit your schedule.
Are your instructors local to Dagenham?
Yes. All our instructors are DVSA‑approved and know Dagenham 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.
Which test centres do you use?
Mainly Goodmayes and Hornchurch, with Wanstead as another option. We’ll suggest the best one for you.
Do you offer intensive courses?
Yes. We provide 10–25 hour intensive packages with flexible schedules and mock tests. We can advise on bookings but can’t guarantee fast‑track dates.
Can you pick me up from places like the Heathway or Barking?
Yes. We can pick you up from home, work, college, or local stations across Dagenham and Barking.
