Driving School of Excellence

Ilfracombe Ave, SS1 2QD, Southend-On-Sea
Driving School of Excellence
Ilfracombe Ave
SS1 2QD, Southend-On-Sea
+447507527805

Opening hours

  • sunday: (closed)
  • monday: 9h-19h
  • tuesday: 9h-20h
  • wednesday: 9h-20h
  • thursday: 9h-19h
  • friday: 9h-20h
  • saturday: (closed)

Working in Southend on sea for over 13 years. High pass rates. Our aim is to train hard to drive safe and easy. Lessons available all ages from 17+.
Get confidence on Roundabouts
Refresher lessons available.
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Our comment from DrivingSchoolsTOP.co.uk about Driving School of Excellence:

Driving School of Excellence is renowned for its exceptional teaching methods and dedicated instructors, particularly Mr. and Mrs. Javaid, who have received numerous praises from their students. Many have reported that the lessons are not only effective but also enjoyable, fostering a calm and encouraging learning environment. The instructors are known for their patience, clear communication, and ability to tailor lessons according to individual learning needs.

Some of the highlights from student feedback include:

  • Thorough Instruction: Students appreciated how lessons are structured to build confidence and improve driving skills at a comfortable pace.
  • High Success Rate: Many learners have passed their driving tests on the first attempt with the help of experienced instructors.
  • Supportive Environment: The instructors create a friendly atmosphere that encourages questions and ensures that students feel at ease.

However, there have been some critical reviews suggesting occasional misunderstandings between instructors and students. While some learners have expressed dissatisfaction, the overwhelming majority recommend the school for its professionalism and effectiveness. Overall, Driving School of Excellence remains a highly recommended choice for anyone looking to learn how to drive confidently and successfully.

Driving School of Excellence: Reviews

4.7/5 (48 Reviews)
Sri Eturi 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: Very good teaching

Fatima halliru 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: I had an excellent experience with Mrs. Javaid, who was incredibly dedicated to ensuring I not only passed my driving test but also developed safe driving habits. Additionally, Mr. Javaid conducted a mock test for me, which helped refine my skills further. I am grateful for their support, and I am pleased to share that I passed with the examiner complimenting my driving. Thank you so much! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Jibran Mohsin 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: "I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for your excellent instruction during my driving lessons. Your calm, patient demeanor and clear explanations made learning to drive a positive experience. You always took the time to ensure I understood each step and provided helpful tips to build my confidence behind the wheel. I especially appreciate how you tailored the lessons to suit my learning pace and made me feel comfortable throughout. I truly believe your guidance played a key role in my success, and I’m grateful for your dedication and professionalism!" Regards Jibran Mohsin

Oksana Kozhushko 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I took my driving lessons with Mr. Javaid and Mrs. Javaid. And I think they are an excellent instructors and nice people. I am grateful to both of them, because their teaching is amazing and it helped me to pass the test. My first lessons were with Mr. Javaid and he helped me find my confidence in driving, always gave me very clear instructions. Javaid effectively helped me to identify my mistakes and worked on fixing them. I had most of my driving lessons with Mrs. Javaid and I want to say that she is a very patient, friendly and experienced teacher. Her patience and calm demeanor helped me stay relaxed during lessons. My lessons with Mrs. Javaid were not only productive, but always enjoyable☺️ Despite the fact that English is not my first language, I understood all her instructions. Mrs. Javaid has a wonderful way of explaining complex maneuvers in a simple and understandable manner. I think she taught me all the skills I needed for my test. I would highly recommend them both to anyone wanting lessons!!!

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks for such a lovely s, you deserved that. Well done and drive safe

Joshua Hunt 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Started taking manual lessons with Mr Javaid after getting recommended from a friend and passed first time with only 1 minor. An excellent instructor who is both patient and firm when needed. I will miss our lessons but now others will get an opportunity to learn.

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks for leaving remarkable reviews. You’ve been a wonderful and amazing student throughout your training and you did deserve it. Drive safely

Danielle Burrell 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: One of the best driving instructors going! I had my lessons with javid and he was very patient and calm with me. My son also passed first time with him and also have passed on a few friend and they have all passed Thank you so much. Will be definitely recommending you to anyone who asks

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Danielle, it’s my pleasure to teach you all.

Ryan Lee 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Javid is a great driving instructor and i enjoyed my time learning with him - He was very patient and knowledgeable and made me feel at ease in the lessons we had. I moved to a different part of the country after a few lessons so had to switch instructors/test centre but, the lessons gained with Javid helped me pass my test shortly afterwards. Thank you!

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thank you very much Ryan, you’ve been a wonderful student too. Drive safely

beast Ben 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Javid is the best instructor money can buy and an extremely nice person. I highly recommend

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thank you so much Orlando. You’ve been a brilliant student too. God bless you

Taylor Sweetman 1 year ago

Negative experience: Very surprised how Javaid has got anything close to 5 stars, awful teacher and only wants money. Said I wasn’t ready for the practical after giving me a contact to get an earlier test and refused to take me on the test. Pathetic, rude and useless instructor, I would not recommend you let this man teach you how to drive. Thank you for a waste of money and time as I have now got my license with someone who can actually teach!

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Hey Taylor, that’s amazing, you only had two hours training with me and you wanted to go for the driving test. If I said that you’re not ready that means you’re not, because we’re bound to teach everyone according to the DVSA standards and guidelines. If I wanted money then I had taken you for the test . But I’m sorry to hear that you’re so impatient and didn’t wait for more training before you book your driving test. I understand that everyone needs a car to drive but the training before driving is essential for yourself. I hope you understand before you disrespect others reputation. God bless you. And I hope you pass your test soon.

Am Ze 1 year ago

Negative experience: Had Javid as my instructor as I had a test and needed some reassurance. Javid is so rude , doesn’t know what patience is and kept screaming at me on the road. I really could not concentrate and when I addressed it to him he didn’t like it and said I will fail my test and said some comments about me and my family. Then he blocked me. Well guess what Javid I PASSED!

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Well done Girl, I can’t believe that how bravely people can lie these days. You only had two hours lessons with so far and came with the test booked, After assessing your driving I told you that you’re not ready for your test and you threatened me that if you don’t take me for the test then I’ll leave the bad reviews on your site. I remember that you said about your mother, saying that your mother gave you driving lessons and I gave up on her because of her yelling and screaming at me. And now you said the same words for me too. I said the truth that you’re not ready for the driving test you’ve booked , then you decided to embarrass me online. Well it doesn’t make a difference to me , there is always one against you. Remember I never said nothing against your parents but it you said so. Remember you’ve to educate yourself to achieve something. You also threaten me that if you don’t take me for the driving test I’ll leave bad reviews on your site. I’ve your text messages in phone which I can copy and paste here. But you’re very rude and disrespectful.

deano dean 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I have been very lucky to find my driving instructor Javaid. He is calm, reassuring and on days where I have felt nervous he has been very calm and help reassure me and gone above and beyond to make sure I feel comfortable and confident behind the wheel. I highly recommend him as a driving instructor!

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks for leaving such a wonderful comment, you’ve also made a great deal of efforts to make it happen. Well done and good luck.

Chitra 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I cleared my test in the first attempt. I can't thank Javaid and his wife enough for all the support they gave me. His way of teaching is exemplary, gives you the tips and tricks for easy driving. I took lessons from his wife too. She is so calm and patient, you feel very relaxed while driving with her. Both of them boosted my confidence a lot and I could control my nerves well during the test. Thank you.

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Dr Chitra. You also have been a brilliant student. Drive safe

Leonard Bland 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Having used javaid for his teaching you quickly understand his way of teaching, he brings up the thrases his students are like his children and treats them no different to his own, but by no means does he treat you like a child and pinpoints every small little detail which I wouldn't have even begun to think about His personality and his lifestyle is truly amazing with the amount of knowledge he holds and deciplin not just in driving From the very first lesson he made me feel comfortable and his way of teaching is very Hard but fair in the sense he can just judge someone's ability to push them forward and iron out small things to turn you into the safest driver you can be. UPDATE: passed my driving test on 02/11/23 first time with only 6 minors, this was all made possible due to javaids teaching and I'm forever grateful to him and will remember this for the rest of my life Thanks Leonard

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Leonard, there is no doubt that you’re a great person and a great student. You’ve a lot of potential and patience to learn. And you’ll a great driver in future. Wish you good luck

Alexander Portugal 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Javaid at DSE is a fantastic and thorough teacher and top guy. Thoroughly recommend!

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Alex

ASAD 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Extremely rare to find such a good teacher who is able to teach at such a high level and efficiently, clearly an very well experienced teacher. Very good would 100% recommend learning here!

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks for lovely comments. Asad you’re a brilliant student and a great person too. Thanks

Fareeha Usmani 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Can't recommend them enough! Highly experienced and professional, clearly explains concepts that makes it so easy to pass your test! Plus, always a pleasure to chat to while driving

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks for loving comments. It’s fun to teach when a student is enthusiastic.

Marzouq Azad 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Mr Javaid is a an excellent instructor who will ensure you are absolutely ready before taking the test. I passed my test first time with only one minor after around 30 hours of lessons with him. Highly recommend him as a driving instructor.

abraham stauber 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Really lovely Instructer ready to teach you how to drive in the uk it’s very rare to find a instructor like mr. Javaid with so much experience and patience to explain and explain again if u had some difficulties understanding. He welcomed me every time with a smile which made me really look forward for my next lesson Highly recommended for everyone and anyone

Joe Briscoe 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: These are the best lessons I’ve ever had. My instructor Javaid is so good at understanding my strengths and weaknesses and always gently pushes me to the next level as the lessons progress. His teaching quality is exemplary and I feel comfortable even in stressful situations on the road. I cannot suggest him enough! Happy driving!

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Joe, you’re an amazing person and a brilliant student.

Shane Thomas 2 years ago

Negative experience: Absolutely disgusting behaviour from this so called driving school of excellence, little does it say that he crashed into my girlfriends parked car just the other day outside Royston car garage and nearly broke her leg the car has been written off, not only was he abusive and wasn't prepared to take liability how on earth does this happen, probably didn't help having an entire family of people in the car with him also do not I repeat do not learn from this school

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Mr Shane’s girlfriend opened the car door on the main road without any sort of security check (observation) and she hit my car with open door. And Mr Shane is accusing me of crashing into her car. Amazing lies, Mr Shane attacked me three times on the main road and nearly pushed me in front of the coming Bus and once he headbut on my face. Still he used bad language on me and my family sitting with me.

Nilima Ali 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I Switched to them after having a bad experience with a previous instructor and I’m glad I did! So kind and helpful, and I managed to pass first time too! Will definitely be recommending to friends and family.

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

A great pass Nillima. Well done and drive safely

Mamadi Ceesay 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: You are teach to pass and be a good driver

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Mamadi

Rameez Khawaja 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing instructor, explains everything very well to help build your understanding

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Rameez

courtney kerry 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Best driving instructor! Thank you so much

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Courtney, drive safely

Robby Singh 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Very good excellent service thanks for giving me lessons

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

It was my pleasure teaching you and you worked really hard for your safe driving .

Yusuf Ali 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Very good and understanding. They help you understand if you are unsure about something. Is a kind, friendly and patient instructor

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thank you Yusuf, definitely you’re a brilliant learner too. I wish you good luck with your practical test.

Racheal Mugalasi 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Javed is a serious, practical and detailed instructor whose skills are vital in helping someone not only pass the driving test but also become a good driver.

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks a lot Racheal. In fact you’re a very smart and intelligent learner and I wish you good luck for your driving test.

Drew 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Lessons with Javaid always go smoothly as he makes you feel calm and confident, really enjoying our lessons, Javaid will give you great tips and tricks and all the tools you need to drive well I've now passed my test with Javaid's superb training. I feel confident driving and I know I will always use what I've learnt to drive professionally and safely. I can't thank Javaid enough!

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Drew, you’re a great student and a lovely lady.

O 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Great instructor, patient & friendly. Got to drive essentially immediately since my first lesson so I am really able to learn fast

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Oliwia

Syed Waqas Ahmad 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Mr Ahsan Javeed a good man is one who keeps his word, and he delivered the goods. Promising a high success rate. Not only does he just teaches you how to drive but how the car works, using dynamic methods that relates to your understanding. Setting up lesson plans to focus on your weakest areas. Always encouraging and always positive and will never undermine you or your skills. Puts you in both comfortable and uncomfortable situations to make you a better driver. Very flexible on lesson times. If you want to pass first time you should have Mr Ahsan Javeed .Highly recomended

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Waqas

Louisa Marzano 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Very good driving instructor. Explains everything within detail and understanding for you. Would 100% reccomend.

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thank you Louisa

Shimmy Weitzhandler 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Ahsan, made an art out of teaching driving. He used efficient techniques to make me a good driver, and pass my test quickly! He's also a very kind and patient person. Highly recommended!!!

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Mr Shimmy has been a very patient and understanding student.

Rev. William Adu Agyarko 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Mr. Javaid is a great instructor with a very great personality who sets out clear expectations and also makes you feel comfortable and confident whiles learning. a good listener always ready to come to your level to help you to achieve your aim. A very kind hearted, patient and with him your pass is guaranteed.

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Mr Will. You’re a great student as well. God Bless you.

D. Y. 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: It was a great learning experience.

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Daniel

Kat Hunt 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Mr. Javid is a fantastic instructor, who got me through my test first time, despite all the problems of COVID. He is very reassuring, always calm and collected, and clear with this expectations. He tells you everything there is to know about the test- all the routes, everything they will ask you to demonstrate, and all the manoeuvres. He is extremely good at identifying your weak spots and practising them so you are an amazing driver. Every single person we know that has trained with Mr. Javid has passed first time, and I absolutely recommend him! He is a hero!

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

You did deserve it Kat. Drive safely

Chaudhary Usman 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Great experience. Highly recommend

Haider Ali 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Got me to pass my test. Highly recommend. Truly excellent.

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks a lot Haider Ali

Ali Gohar Lodro 4 years ago

Negative experience: This guy Ahsan Javaid is rude and abusive .He has no manners . Learners do mistakes Mr Javaid but you’re rude and abusive . Change your behaviour or please seek medical help ! You were rude in first lesson but I ignored you . It was my second lesson today so how you expect me to be perfect driver? You have an aggressive behaviour.

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Dr Gohar, when people don’t realise their mistakes then they feel embarrassed and to cover up their embarrassment they pick on others. You know know I’ve been very helpful to you. But when didn’t understand your driving then started picking up on me. But that’s fine, you’ve right to have your say. I’m very patient but being a Dr you also need to demonstrate a lot of patience. I wish you good luck with your next driving school.

Oliver Whitney 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Great driving school, lessons were efficient and made me pass quicker than i could imagine

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Oliver. I hope you’re enjoying your driving

Muhammad Haris 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Best driving instructor in Southend. If you want to pass your driving test first time please contact Mr Ahsan Javaid.

Jessica Dodman 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Brilliant driving instructor! Very calm, patient, and really good at teaching. Would highly recommend!!

Mangolian Mangi 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Very professional & experienced. I would definitely recommend. 5 stars

William Brenton 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Javaid is the most helpful, understandable and knowledgeable driving instructor ever. He is so patient and always there to develop your skills. It is like driving with a friend, you just feel so comfortable in the car. He brought me out of my shell and now I am so relaxed on the road. If you want to pass with flying colours, Javaid is your man!

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

No doubt you were a brilliant student. Thanks for loving comments Will.

Imtiyaz tai 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Very good instructor,I recommend so many people

Shiplu Kamaly 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent instructor very friendly and helpful

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Shiplu

abs khoder 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: best driving school I've been, learned a lot and everything just went so well, it was all just a smooth ride ;)

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Abs

Toufik Lakhel 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Very good instructor

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Thanks Toufik

MadLèé Melody 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: I passed my driving test first time with Mr. Javed . Very friendly person teach you some secrets which others wouldn't bother to do so. Well recommended if you wants to pass first time.

Driving School of Excellence
Driving School of Excellence

Hey! Thanks a lot.

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