Business Details
Your Trusted Driving School in East London
Drivethrul Driving School is East London's top-rated driving tuition provider, dedicated to delivering high-quality, affordable driving lessons tailored to individual learner needs. With a team of DVSA-certified instructors, we prioritise safety, confidence-building, and test preparation while maintaining a relaxed, student-focused approach. Our structured lesson plans follow DVSA guidelines, incorporating cockpit drills, road positioning, and emergency procedures to ensure lifelong safe driving habits. We specialise in manual and automatic lessons, intensive courses, and refresher training for nervous drivers, offering door-to-door convenience across East London's E1, E2, E3, E14, and surrounding postcode areas. Our dual-controlled vehicles and free mock tests help learners achieve first-time test success, supported by flexible booking options and competitive pricing.
Services
Driving Lessons
Intensive Courses
Refresher Training
Pass Plus Courses
Automatic Lessons
Served areas
- Bethnal Green, Mile End, Stepney,Bow,Millwall,Victoria Park,Bromley by Bow,Poplar,Wapping,Limehouse,Spitalfields,Whitechapel Beckton,Little Ilford,Stratford,Canning Town,Manor Park,Upton Park,Custom House,North Woolwich,West Ham, East Ham,Plaistow,Forest Gate,Silvertown
Highlights and features
- Pass Plus registered approved driving instructors.
- FREE Pick up from work, college or home!
- Our driving lessons are FULL 1 or 2 hours!
- FREE mock driving tests included in driving lesson.
- Intensive Driving Course in E14,E15,E16.
- Semi Intensive Driving lessons and crash course.
- Motorway and Advanced Driving Lessons.
- All our driving instructor are CRB checked.
Associations and certifications
- GOV.UK
Payment methods
- Debit cards
- Mobile payments
What people say
Excellent driving instructor
Great driving school
Best instructor ever
Reasonable prices
Professional tuition
Services
Driving Lessons
Professional driving lessons in East London with DVSA-certified instructors. Structured tuition covers cockpit drills, road positioning, and test preparation. Lessons available in manual and automatic vehicles with dual controls for safety.
Intensive Courses
Accelerated driving courses designed for rapid progress. Includes concentrated training sessions covering highway code, manoeuvres, and independent driving. Ideal for learners needing quick test preparation in East London.
Refresher Training
Specialised lessons for drivers returning to practice. Focuses on rebuilding confidence with vehicle control, traffic situations, and modern road conditions. Available in East London's E14 and surrounding areas.
Pass Plus Courses
Post-test driving improvement programme covering night driving, motorway skills, and adverse weather conditions. Helps new drivers enhance safety awareness and potentially reduce insurance premiums.
Automatic Lessons
Modern automatic vehicle tuition with experienced instructors. Simplified gear operation makes learning easier for nervous drivers. Available across East London's E1, E2, E3, and E14 postcodes.
Questions
What areas do you cover for driving lessons?
We provide driving lessons across East London including Tower Hamlets (E1, E2, E3, E14), Newham (E6, E7, E12, E13, E15, E16), Redbridge (IG1-IG8, E11, E18), Hackney (E5-E9), and Barking/Dagenham.
What types of driving lessons do you offer?
We offer manual and automatic driving lessons, intensive crash courses, refresher training, Pass Plus courses, and one-to-one tuition with DVSA-certified instructors across East London.
How much do your driving lessons cost?
Our trial driving lesson costs £32.50. Block bookings include 5 lessons for £165 or 10 lessons for £330. Prices apply to all East London locations including E14, E2, and E3 areas.
Are your instructors qualified?
All our driving instructors are DVSA-certified and CRB-checked. They have extensive local knowledge of East London's test routes and driving conditions in areas like Docklands and Canary Wharf.
Can I book driving lessons online?
Yes, you can book driving lessons online through our website or contact us directly at 020 3397 7273. We offer flexible scheduling including weekend lessons across East London.
Reviews (9)
Anon
Jan 16, 2026
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I took at least 28 hours of lessons with an instructor from DrivethruL, for the first few lessons he was actually good. From there onwards he would spend the entirety of the lesson on his phone. Multiple instances on 50+ speed roads where I panicked because the instructor was not looking when I was trying to pull out at busy roundabouts or switching lanes.
Mahbub Ahmed
Dec 17, 2025
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My instructor was extremely professional, patient, and knowledgeable. He explained everything clearly and always made me feel comfortable, even when I made mistakes. The lessons were well structured, and the mock tests really helped me feel prepared. I passed my test with confidence and would highly recommend Abdul Kaium Sir to anyone learning to drive.
Oli Langley
Nov 25, 2025
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I had some driving experience in a different country before coming to Ahmed. My brother took lessons with him and got zero faults on his driving test, as did I! Couldnt speak highly enough about Ahmed as an individual and a driving instructor. He knows his stuff inside out and is terribly patient with you as he takes you through the different modules. He makes sure you are more than ready to pass your test, and isnt afraid to be honest about where you are at and what is needed to make sure you pass with flying colours. If you arent sure who to go to, Id highly recommend you get in touch with Ahmed
Philipp Lim
Sep 08, 2025
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I just passed my driving test in Wanstead on my very first attempt, and its all thanks to Abu! From day one, he made learning to drive such a positive experience. Hes not only an incredible teacher who explains everything clearly and with patience, but he also has a great sense of humor that makes lessons fun and stress-free.
Abu knows exactly how to build confidence behind the wheel and makes sure youre fully prepared for the test (and for real-life driving afterwards!).
I couldnt have asked for a better instructor professional, supportive, and genuinely invested in his students success. If you want to pass with confidence and actually enjoy the process, I cant recommend Abu enough!
Abu knows exactly how to build confidence behind the wheel and makes sure youre fully prepared for the test (and for real-life driving afterwards!).
I couldnt have asked for a better instructor professional, supportive, and genuinely invested in his students success. If you want to pass with confidence and actually enjoy the process, I cant recommend Abu enough!
Yunus Ali
Aug 31, 2025
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My instructor was M Abdul Qayyum. Ive known him for quite some time and I can say that hes one of the best instructors in London. He is very good at teaching and also staying patient with learner drivers. I passed first time and wouldnt have been able to do so without his help.
Laura Sharett
Feb 05, 2016
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Passed with an intense course of 7 days my Adi part 3 test thanks to a brilliant trainer Zamal highly recommended.
Christina Yoong
May 24, 2014
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I had quality lessons and constructive feedback, really appreciated all helps and support given! Passed my test on my second attempt
Rose
Jan 15, 2013
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Top Driving Instructor! Very calm, reliable, patient, trustworthy and brilliant! Made me relaxed I was quite nervous to start with He is very calm and explained everything very well which made my driving lessons very simple and enjoyable. Driving lessons prices are reasonable too. Great driving school! Many thanks again!
Ruhela
Jan 15, 2013
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Choosing a good driving school to take your lessons from, can be really difficult however I would highly recommend Drive thru L to all my friends as my instructor carried himself in a very professional, welcoming and outgoing manner. He showed great patience at all times and made learning to drive an enjoyable experience. Definitely knew how to bring out my confidence and the best in me, has excellent teaching skills, thoroughly enjoyed my lessons. Out of all my instructors his by far the best, I could not have asked for a better driving instructor.:) Thank uuu