1st Time Driving School

High St, CM16 4BA, Epping
1st Time Driving School
High St
CM16 4BA, Epping
+447507236168

Opening hours

  • sunday: 9:30-17h
  • monday: 8:30-19h
  • tuesday: 8:30-19h
  • wednesday: 8:30-19h
  • thursday: 8:30-19h
  • friday: 8:30-19h
  • saturday: 8:30-19h

Based in London, we cover a 15 mile radius and specialise in teaching all age groups.

- Established since 2013, with over 15 years driving experience, helping hundreds of people learn how to drive safer and pass their test.
- We provide block booking, motorway, intensive courses and refresher lessons.
- We are a family run business in Epping and covering surrounding areas.
- We are not a national school with a call centre, we are a friendly LOCAL school.

We pride ourselves on quality and deliver 1st class driving lessons to the local area.

We use high spec new modern vehicles to ensure you have a great experience and confidence in learning to drive.

Whatever your skill level, 1st Time Driving School will help you pass your driving test.

Our comment from DrivingSchoolsTOP.co.uk about 1st Time Driving School:

1st Time Driving School has built a strong reputation for its exceptional driving instruction, particularly thanks to its lead instructor, Gary. Customers consistently praise his patience, knowledge, and supportive demeanor. Many users emphasized that Gary creates a calm and encouraging environment which is especially beneficial for those nervous about driving.

Here are some key highlights from customer experiences:

  • Professional and Patient Instruction: Gary is hailed as a top-notch instructor who expertly handles students’ anxiety while providing valuable insights into safe driving practices.
  • Tailored Learning Approach: He adapts his teaching methods to fit the individual needs of each learner, focusing on their weaknesses and ensuring they are adequately prepared for their tests.
  • Positive Learning Environment: Students report that lessons are enjoyable and stress-free, giving them the confidence they need on the road.
  • High Success Rate: Many students have successfully passed their driving tests on their first attempt, attributing their success to Gary's effective teaching style.

While most feedback is overwhelmingly positive, it's worth noting that the high demand for Gary's lessons sometimes results in short notice availability. However, his commitment to his students often leads him to accommodate urgent requests.

Overall, 1st Time Driving School is highly recommended for anyone looking to learn to drive in a confident and supportive atmosphere.

1st Time Driving School: Reviews

5/5 (34 Reviews)
Igor Chimczak 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing instructor, knows exactly what he is talking about. Very patient and supportive, easily a 10/10!

Kamila Toh 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Patient and professional, Gary had been a great instructor, would definitely recommend!

Nicole Chia 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Gary is a very patient instructor, he has helped with my driving anxiety and gave me a boost of confidence when driving. Thank you!

T A 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Good experience helped a lot with my driving and awareness on the roads. I have no complaints overall great time and very friendly. I would recommend 1st time driving school Gary is a very reliable and patient instructor.

gabriele jakstyte 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Couldn’t recommend enough Garry is truly the best driving instructor I had come across by, I had started my lessons with Garry already having previous experience, however I was very nervous been very panicky behind the wheel. Gary had picked up on that straight away. From first lesson! He is a very patient instructor he targets your weaknesses and makes them the main subjects to overcome. I really couldn’t recommend him specifically enough.

Samurai 5 months ago

Fantastic experience: Learning with Gary has been really good it has helped me gain confidence on the road. Gary is very patient and kind ,reliable and easy going He makes sure all the lesson are fun and professional to make it a lot less stressful I would 100% recommend him.

Kenneth Blissett 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: My instructor Gary, was a fantastic driving instructor, after a few lessons I managed to pass my practical test. I am over the moon with both my instructor and myself ✅ highly recommended

Meghan Shaw 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: The best driving instructor I’ve had — calm, patient, friendly, reliable. Found my lessons very helpful — started out anxious and when I’d finished with my lessons with Gary I was much calmer and more confident. 10/10 recommend.

Isabella Saunders-Cook 8 months ago

Fantastic experience: Very nice instructor always made sure he was available for a lesson even on short notice. Thank you!

J T 8 months ago

Fantastic experience: If i could give him 100 starts if I could he’s such a amazing person and finally helped me pass my test great guy

Ayhan Yildizcoban 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Ghoulam is one of the best driving instructors i have ever met. I have recently passed, and everything he taught me makes more sense. Because the way he explains things it get stuck into your head and you learn quick. Very patient person he teaches you until you learn it. Very humble man and supports you and cares. Any question that need to be asked he is always very to answer and help.

Sinead Gunning 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent instructor, would highly recommend. Very calm and works to build your confidence while also ensuring you are a safe driver and test ready. Gary really knows his stuff and by the time the test came around I was more than prepared for the routes from all the mock tests and practice we did in the area. Initially I was a very nervous driver but Gary tailored his approach to support me as a learner. I passed first time and really noticed how confident I was during my test thanks to Gary's instruction.

Tiffany Selby 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Gary is such an amazing teacher He really helped me understand the roads And how to do everything efficient and safely I’m really glad I found him as I wouldn’t have been able to pass with out him Thank you so muchhhh!!!

Conor Turner 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Passed first time with a clean sheet! Quality instructor, knows what he’s talking about and great at his job. It’s a relaxing environment in his lessons without taking away from his teaching! Definitely recommend to family and friends

Harry Moy 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Passed first time

1st Time Driving School
1st Time Driving School

Your welcome Harry

Vicky Dobson 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Gary helped me with refresher lessons when I was 8 months pregnant. He’s great, calm, kind, knowledgeable and interesting. Id recommend him to anyone. Thanks again, G!

Toby GC 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Gary is the man. I passed first time with him, and he was amazing at handling my nerves before and on the day. His lessons are fun, engaging, informative, and he always puts a smile on your face. Couldn’t recommend him more. Thanks for everything Gary - it’s been emotional.

Astrid Brodie 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Gary was a great, patient instructor who taught me everything I needed to know. We had a week of lessons and my driving improved exponentially and I passed first time! Would recommend him to anyone.

Faatimah Siddiqui 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I had the best experience with this instructor! 5 days before my exam, I became overcome with anxiousness and worry and reached out to many people to ask for a mock test. I only got two responses but he was kind enough to actually fit me in on such short notice. After our first lesson, I immediately felt more confident and even asked to have another short lesson the day of my exam. I am very grateful that my request was happily accommodated. He is very calm, polite and encouraging. He teaches extremely well and communicates the areas of improvement as well as positive notes smoothly. You will always be left feeling good about your driving, rather than defeated (which is how some other instructors make you feel). It was the best decision I made AND I passed!!! - thank you.

1st Time Driving School
1st Time Driving School

Thank you I appreciate your kind words. It was a pleasure teaching you and well done for passing your practical

nana nana 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I had a 2 hr lesson with 1st time driving school , I was very nervous but soon that was forgotten as Gary was kind , calm and patient. I definitely recommend him for anyone who thinks they can't drive. I actually drove back home . I didn't think that was possible after a 7 year no drive period. So thank you Gary.

Abu Khan 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing instructor was very nervous he put me at ease and encouraged me all the way through our journey. Very greatfull 6 months of lessons and 1st time pass. Highly reccommend him to anyome thats nervours or unsure and anyone that wants to learn to drive and actually pass 1st time.

Caglar Unlu 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I had to forget everything I learned in other countries and relearn driving in the UK. Ghulam was very patient and methodical. He made sure I had many opportunities to practice situtations where I tended to make mistakes (rushing, fast turns, panicking, etc). Not only did I receive my driving license comfortably, I also became a much better and safer driver thanks to him.

Cawin Vaz 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Passed my driving test in the first attempt itself. All thanks to Ghulam. He is an amazing instructor. Very knowledgeable and patient. He is the best instructor anyone could ever have. Completely recommend him based on my personal experience.

Kwajo Shakane 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Ghulam is a great instructor. He is an experienced and knowledgeable driver, but also he is patient, calm. Gives you the skills and confidence needed to pass the test and be good driver.

Joseph Da Costa 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Ghulam's expertise, patience, and adaptability impressed me during my lessons. He clearly communicated and created a supportive environment that boosted my confidence. Emphasizing safe driving, he provided valuable guidance with professionalism. Highly recommended for his exceptional expertise in creating confident drivers!

Farid khan 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Absolutely 7 star driving instructor passed first time his very professional calm and most importantly patient

carusofillipe 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Ghulam is an excellent instructor. Not only is he an experienced and knowledgeable driver, but also he is patient, calm and a excellent tutor who focuses on your development needs, takes the time to explain things, always putting you at ease and never under pressure. I am thoroughly enjoying my lessons with him and can see clear improvements on my driving after each lesson.

Anthony Daniell 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I am glad to have such an experienced and accommodating instructor helping me learn. Don't think twice on this one

Derrick G 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Ghulam is a calm and collected person. Very patient when teaching and easy going.

stephanie vieira 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Ghulam is a very patient instructor and as someone who has severe anxiety, I’ve really enjoyed my lessons and he has made me feel more confident in learning to drive Thank you!

1st Time Driving School
1st Time Driving School

Thank you for your kind words Stephanie.

Sabhiya Begum 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: The instructors is very easygoing and patient. Personally I used feel very nervous on the roads but my instructor was very reassuring. You won’t feel any kind of pressure.

1st Time Driving School
1st Time Driving School

Thank you

EDGEY ARAZY 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: he is every good and patient instructor

1st Time Driving School
1st Time Driving School

Thank you !

Asma iqbal 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: My driving instructor is simply amazing! He's always punctual, well-prepared, and made sure I understood everything before we progressed. He is very supportive and encouraging. I found his teaching style to be tailored to my learning style, which made me confident behind the wheel. Thank you so much for your help. You're awesome.

1st Time Driving School
1st Time Driving School

Thank you for the kind words

Salma Iqbal 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I had an excellent experience with my driving instructor, and I would happily recommend him to anyone who needs a driving instructor. Thank you so much for your help.

1st Time Driving School
1st Time Driving School

You are most welcome, safe driving!

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