“I completed a 30 hour intensive course with Asif”
I completed a 30 hour intensive course with Asif, and it was a great experience. He is easy going, funny, knowledgeable, and an excellent teacher. I fully recomended.
Intensive Courses · Lessons · Test Hire · West London & Birmingham
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Where we teach
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74 areas across North West London, West London, Harrow & Hillingdon and Birmingham. Check yours below.
62 postcode districts we cover
- B8
- B11
- B14
- B23
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- B26
- B28
- B33
- B36
- B90
- B91
- B92
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- UB1
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- W3
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- W13
- WD6
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Why our instructors help you pass faster
- All instructors follow a training framework led by a former DVSA driving examiner
- Lessons focus on real DVSA fail patterns
- Route-specific training when you're ready for it
- Every instructor teaches the marking sheet expectations
- You learn the exact solutions to the mistakes examiners look for in the driving test
Every area we cover
North West London
West London
- EalingW5 W13
- Ealing CommonW5
- HanwellW7
- NorthfieldsW13
- PitshangerW5
- Hanger LaneW5
- PerivaleUB6
- GreenfordUB6
- Greenford QuayUB6
- NortholtUB5
- SouthallUB1 UB2
- Norwood GreenUB2
- ActonW3
- ChiswickW4
- HammersmithW6
- BrentfordTW8
- IsleworthTW7
- OsterleyTW7
- HounslowTW3 TW4 TW5
- FelthamTW13 TW14
- StanwellTW19
- TwickenhamTW1 TW2
- RichmondTW9 TW10
- KewTW9
- HamptonTW12
Harrow & Hillingdon
What make 1driving different
Why a former DVSA examiner matters
Five years in the passenger seat with a clipboard.
He knows the routes, the marking sheet, and exactly what examiners are looking for.
Most fails came from junctions and lane positioning — so that's where we spend the time.
A team trained personally and built to meet your needs and deliver results.
Asif Zamir · Ex-DVSA driving examiner & Mohammad Zamir (Asim), 25 years’ experience, lead the team.
Examiner insightHendon test centre
Common test fault
Positioning & lane discipline
Most of the fails I marked at Hendon came from lane positioning on the North Circular slips, not from anything dramatic. Every Wembley course drills those exact approaches until they become second nature.
Asif Zamir
Former DVSA Driving ExaminerFive years marking tests
Passes
Passed with 1Driving
Every photograph is a 1Driving pupil holding their own DVSA pass certificate, outside the test centre, beside one of our cars. None of it is stock, and none of it is anyone else’s.
“He always took the time to explain what I was doing wrong”
He explained everything so clearly and always made me feel comfortable and confident behind the wheel. I've now passed my test and I genuinely couldn't have done it without his help, he always took the time to explain what I was doing wrong and how I could improve.
“I started with zero knowledge and was quite nervous”
I started with zero knowledge and was quite nervous on my first lesson, so I'm really happy with how far I've come. He explains things clearly and gives practical advice that actually helps you understand how to drive properly, rather than just teaching you how to pass the test.
“A three hour lesson two days before my practical, and I passed”
Took a 3 hour lesson with them, sooo last minute, 2 days before my practical and I passed! Really good instructors, would highly recommend!
“He made me feel much more confident behind the wheel”
I cannot recommend this driving school enough! I passed my driving test thanks to the fantastic support, patience and guidance of my instructor, Shazad. He was professional, encouraging and made me feel much more confident behind the wheel.
“He had a Ghanaian manual licence but really struggled with confidence”
I booked refresher lessons for my husband, who had gone from driving an automatic abroad on the other side of the road to driving a manual in the UK. Despite having a Ghanaian manual licence, he really struggled with confidence. After just two hours with 1Driving in the morning, he was confidently driving my manual car for the rest of the day.
“I passed my driving test with zero faults”
He was incredibly calm, patient and supportive throughout all of my lessons, which really helped build my confidence and made learning to drive a much less stressful experience. Thanks to his guidance, I passed my driving test with zero faults!
“He went above and beyond to take Danny to a short notice test”
Thank you so much to Wagner, he showed patience and kindness throughout teaching Danny how to drive. He went above and beyond to take Danny to a short notice test today, which Danny PASSED! Thank you so much.
“She always made me feel comfortable, even when I was nervous”
She is such an amazing driving instructor and has been so patient, supportive and encouraging throughout my lessons. She always made me feel comfortable and confident, even when I was feeling nervous or unsure of myself. Seema explains everything so clearly and is always so calm and reassuring.
“She believed in me when I didn't believe in myself”
I couldn't have done it without her. She is so patient, kind and supportive. Mel believed in me when I didn't believe in myself. She has this calm personality that makes you so comfortable being around her. During our lessons when I mess up she would be like, it's ok we can try again.
“He gave me the confidence I needed just before my test”
Asif and Haroon have been amazing. Having Haroon give me lessons just before my test was so helpful, and he gave me the confidence I needed. He made sure I was fully prepared for my test and was incredibly supportive throughout the whole process.
“He always remained calm, even when I made mistakes”
From the very first lesson, Haroon was patient, professional, and supportive. He explained everything clearly, helped build my confidence, and always remained calm and encouraging, even when I made mistakes. Thanks to Haroon's excellent teaching and belief in me, I passed my driving test.
“Passed in under 20 lessons and 2 months, first time”
My instructor haroon is by far the best instructor in the country. passed in under 20 lessons and 2 months first time.
“He told me to cut things off from the source”
He's an excellent instructor who creates a calm learning environment and communicates clearly throughout every lesson. One of the best pieces of advice he gave me was to “cut things off from the source,” which helped me become a more observant and proactive driver.
“Someone with no experience on the roads”
I had a very reliable friendly instructor Waqar. As someone with no experince on the roads he very quickly was able to teach me how to drive safely. He quickly identified areas I needed to improve and gave me constructive feedback so I could progress. I passed my test first time with Waqar in 2 months.
“I passed after just three weeks, which I never thought possible”
I passed my driving test after just three weeks of lessons, which is something I never thought would be possible when I first started. He quickly identified the areas I needed to work on and tailored each lesson to help me improve efficiently and build confidence behind the wheel.
“My previous instructor told me to cancel five days before”
Im grateful that they took me on at such short notice as my previous instructor from a different company told me i wasn't ready and that i should cancel the test only 5 days before. 1driving came through and were welcoming from the get go with great teaching allowing me to pass first time.
“Passed first time with only three minors after six hours”
After only around six hours of lessons with Adil, I felt much more confident behind the wheel. He was calm, patient, and professional throughout, helping me understand and learn from any mistakes that could have resulted in faults or minors during my test. I'm happy to say that I passed my practical driving test on the first attempt with only three minors.
“They pointed out the tricky areas during lessons”
I've learned with both Shazad and Adil, and they are both excellent instructors. They gave me a clear overview of the driving test, prepared me for different scenarios (including the show me/tell me questions), and pointed out potential tricky areas during lessons.
“They celebrate the joy of passing”
The instructors are amazing from beginning to end. They celebrate the joy of passing. Great work.
“He will get you ready in a short amount of time”
If you want to pass come to this driving school. Asif is amazing he will get you ready in a short amount of time.
“After a challenging experience with my previous instructor”
After a challenging experience with my previous instructor, Adil completely turned things around for me. What really stands out is how he always manages to calm me down and explain things as many times as needed. I tend to forget things easily but he never makes me feel rushed or pressured.
“He knows exactly what examiners are looking for”
My instructor Asif is professional, punctual, and knows exactly what examiners are looking for. He helped me iron out my bad habits and gave me the confidence I needed to pass. Highly recommend for anyone who is a bit hesitant to start.
“I looked forward to my lessons, which I didn't expect at all”
She is patient, clear, and straightforward, and just a genuinely wonderful teacher. From the very first lesson she made me feel calm and confident. I looked forward to my lessons with her, which I didn't think was going to be the case at all when I first started learning to drive.
“Months with my first instructor and I still wasn't comfortable”
After spending months and months with my 1st driving instructor and not getting comfortable as 1st time learner who never drove a car, I approached 1Driving. From day one of my lesson she was incredibly patient, calm, and supportive throughout every lesson, which really helped build my confidence on the road.
“My theory was about to expire so I had to pass within a month”
My theory test was about to expire so I had to pass within a month, and she really helped me stay focused and build my confidence quickly. Her teaching style is calm and clear, which made a big difference for me.
“He pointed out what I needed to improve in a constructive way”
He was calm, patient, and explained everything clearly, which made me feel confident and comfortable throughout the lessons. He always pointed out the things I needed to improve in a constructive and helpful way. I'm very happy to say that I passed my driving test!
“I was a complete beginner”
Adil Zamir was my instructor for the past 4 months before my test and I was a complete beginner. Honestly he was so patient and clear with his explanations and always made me feel comfortable during lessons. He never made me feel rushed and always took the time to explain.
“As someone who struggles with anxiety, it felt like an impossible task”
As someone who struggles with anxiety, learning to drive felt like an impossible task. It was a long journey of trying to get out of my own head but Nina supported me through every step of it. She helped me build confidence I didn't know I had and always made me feel calm and at ease behind the wheel.
“She is tough, but that is exactly what I needed”
Seema is a no-nonsense driving instructor who doesn't sugarcoat things. She is tough, but that is exactly what I needed. She pushed me to improve every lesson, corrected every mistake, and made sure I was 100% ready for my test. Thanks to her rigorous approach, I passed on my first try!
“After trying four different instructors, I finally found the right one”
I did an intensive driving course with them and it was perfect from start to finish. They were super flexible and worked completely around my availability, making everything stress-free. After trying four different instructors, I finally found the right one. I went from a nervous beginner to a confident driver.
“He has not just prepared me to pass, he prepared me to drive”
My main compliment is that he has not JUST prepared me to pass my test, he has prepared me to be confident on the road and drive comfortably on my own. Due to a negative experience elsewhere i was quite anxious about learning, but my instructor couldn't have made it any easier. In just under 2 months i have PASSED first time.
What we do
Three ways to get on the road
Intensive courses
Seven to fifty hours, planned around your test date, with the car included on the day.
See pricesDriving lessons
Manual or automatic, at your own pace, in a modern dual-control car.
Build my planRefresher lessons
Licence already, but off the road a while? A few hours to get your confidence back.
Refresher lessons
Male & Female Driving Instructors. Manual & Automatic Vehicles. Multilingual team.
Also available: International Licence ConversionTheory SupportDriving Test Car HireCorporate Driver TrainingInstructor Training
Why choose us
Six reasons pupils pick 1Driving.
Fast test dates
The DVSA wait is around six months. We will advise you on how you can book a test faster.
Quick response
Message the team on WhatsApp and we book you in as soon as we can. Nobody is left in a queue.
DVSA-approved instructors
Every instructor approved by the DVSA, we have built a strong team.
Family-run since 2021
Founded by Asif Zamir - founded on values of creating a premium driving experience. Safe, competent and confident drivers.
Mock tests
Marked to DVSA standard by senior instructors, on a real test route, before the day itself.
Around your schedule
Instructors work to your hours wherever they can — shifts, college, childcare, evenings.
How it works
From first message to test day.
Four steps, and you only commit to the course after the assessment tells us how long yours needs to be.
01
Build your 60-second plan
We match you to an instructor and a car.
02
Two-hour assessment
How you drive decides the course length, not a guess.
You pay for a two hour assessment and get an honest estimated number of hours before you decide to pay for your course - sometimes fewer than you expected but sometimes more.
03
Course and test booked
Fast-track it, if you need to.
04
Want test day is the same car you learned in
Included in every intensive package Check out our standalone test day car hire fee
Build my 60-second plan
Five questions, about sixty seconds. Nothing is booked until you say so.
Test dates
Ready to find a fast track driving test cancellation?
We design tailored intensive courses to get you fully test-ready in a matter of weeks. While the national waiting list is long, we focus on high-speed training so you can legally grab the very first slot that opens up.
How long it takes a student to get fully qualified
Intensive Track
2 to 4 weeks to get test-ready
Concentrated daily training keeps information fresh so you are ready to pass the moment a slot opens.
See intensive pricesTraditional Lessons
5 to 8 months to get test-ready
2 hours per week means standard progress and forgetting skills between some lessons.
See lesson optionsHow it works
Step 1
Fast-Track Training
We crowd your hours into a tight window so your driving standard peaks rapidly.
Step 2
ADI Availability Sync
We give you our instructor's availability, allowing you to instantly match any slot you find with our real-time availability.
Step 3
Direct Booking
You secure your slot legally through GOV.UK with zero risk of a DVSA ban.
Recent
Greenford Centre
Intensive Course Completed
Student fully test-ready in 14 days.
Mill Hill Centre
Passed First Time — Driving Test Cancellation Found
Passed with only 3 minors.
Answers
Good questions.
The twelve we are asked most, in three groups.
Not on the list?
Send your question to the team on WhatsApp and we will answer it.
Getting a test date
How long is the wait for a driving test?
Around six months across most of London, according to GOV.UK. Cancellations come up constantly though, and our team supports you so you can watch for them regularly. You will need to be patient, we cannot conjure a slot that does not exist.
Do I need to pass my theory test first?
Yes. A theory pass certificate has to be in place before a practical test can be booked. We run theory training subject to availability, and the certificate is valid for two years from the date you pass.
What if I need to move my test date?
Tell us as early as you can and we will rearrange the course around the new date. Moving a DVSA test itself is done through your own GOV.UK booking, and doing it within 10 clear working days of the test means you wont lose the fee.
Choosing your course
Is an intensive course right for me?
It suits you if you are short on time and can commit to driving most days. It suits you less if you can manage a couple of hours a week, in which case regular lessons will cost you less and work better. The two-hour assessment tells us which of those you are before you pay for a course.
What happens at the two-hour assessment?
You drive on real test routes with a senior instructor, marked the way an examiner would mark it. At the end you get an honest number of hours — sometimes fewer than you expected, sometimes more. It is the only reason we can quote a course length rather than guess one.
Manual or automatic?
We teach both. Automatic usually takes fewer hours, so people in a hurry often choose it. A manual licence lets you drive both kinds of car, so it is worth the extra time if you might ever drive a manual.
Do you teach complete beginners?
Yes. Most of our longer courses are people who have never driven, and the 40 and 50-hour packages exist for exactly that. You need a provisional licence in hand before the first lesson.
What happens if I fail?
Your instructor goes through the examiner's report with you and works on the specific faults it names. Most retests need a handful of hours rather than a new course, and the 7 and 11-hour packages are sized for that.
Cost and practicalities
Can I spread the cost?
Yes. Bumper lets you spread a course over one to nine months, interest-free. Tick the box in your plan and we will send you the details.
Is the car included on test day?
Yes, on every intensive package, and it is the same car you learned in. If you have learned elsewhere and only need a car for the test, we hire ours out separately. We will require you to complete an assessment prior to confirming we can provide hire.
Can I have a female instructor?
Yes. We have male and female instructors, all DVSA-approved. The team is multilingual and every instructor is fluent in English.
Which areas do you cover?
North West London, West London, Harrow and Hillingdon, and Birmingham — 74 areas in total, from Wembley and Ealing to Hounslow, Uxbridge, Slough and Solihull. Search your postcode on this page and it will tell you outright.