Business Details
We are a dedicated local driving school operating in Norwich, committed to equipping our learners with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge required to pass their driving test and to drive safely for life. Our team comprises qualified, DVSA-approved driving instructors with extensive experience delivering both manual and automatic driving tuition. We provide a range of structured programmes, including weekly two-hour sessions, intensive five-day courses, Pass Plus advanced training, and refresher lessons tailored to individual requirements. Our instructors are skilled in supporting nervous pupils and those with specific learning needs, ensuring an inclusive and reassuring educational environment. We uphold rigorous professional standards, maintaining a perfect 5.0 rating based on over 2,272 verified reviews from satisfied learners.
Our commitment to client satisfaction is reflected in our transparent pricing, flexible scheduling, and consistent record of helping pupils pass their tests first time. We also offer ADI standards check training and franchise opportunities for instructors seeking to build their own careers within our established network. By choosing us, you are selecting a school that prioritises long-term road safety over mere test preparation.
Our commitment to client satisfaction is reflected in our transparent pricing, flexible scheduling, and consistent record of helping pupils pass their tests first time. We also offer ADI standards check training and franchise opportunities for instructors seeking to build their own careers within our established network. By choosing us, you are selecting a school that prioritises long-term road safety over mere test preparation.
Served areas
- Norwich, Great Yarmouth & Norfolk
Highlights and features
- We maintain a perfect 5.0 rating based on over 2,272 verified pupil reviews.
- Our team consists of qualified, DVSA-approved local driving instructors.
- We provide dedicated manual and automatic vehicles for intensive tuition.
- Our instructors offer tailored support for nervous pupils and specific learning needs.
- We deliver flexible weekly two-hour sessions and fast-track five-day intensive courses.
Associations and certifications
- Approved Driving Instructors (ADI), Driving Instructor Training (ORDIT)
Services
Weekly Driving Lessons
Our weekly driving lessons provide a structured, two-hour session every week with a local DVSA-approved instructor. This programme is ideal for learner drivers who prefer to spread the cost of their tuition while steadily building competence and confidence on the road. Pupils benefit from regular guided practice and ample time to reflect and reinforce their developing skills between sessions.
Intensive Driving Courses
Our intensive driving courses are fast-track five-day programmes designed for complete beginners and experienced learners who need to pass their test by a specific date. We offer dedicated manual and automatic vehicles, alongside male and female instructors, to accommodate diverse learning preferences. This format is particularly beneficial for individuals with busy schedules who cannot commit to regular weekly lessons.
Automatic Driving Tuition
Our automatic driving tuition allows pupils to bypass manual gear changes, enabling them to focus entirely on road awareness and hazard perception. This service is ideally suited to learners who want to obtain their full licence more quickly or who feel overwhelmed by operating a clutch and gearbox. Pupils benefit from a simplified learning process that often results in faster test readiness.
Pass Plus Driving Courses
Our Pass Plus courses offer advanced driver training targeted at newly qualified motorists seeking to refine their practical skills beyond the standard test requirements. The programme covers motorway driving, night driving, and adverse weather conditions under the guidance of our experienced instructors. Graduates benefit from enhanced road safety, increased confidence, and potential reductions in insurance premiums.
ADI Standards Check Training
Our ADI standards check training is a specialised course designed for qualified driving instructors preparing for their formal DVSA assessment. The programme provides targeted instruction on lesson planning, risk management, and teaching methodology to ensure candidates meet official regulatory benchmarks. Instructors benefit from professional coaching that significantly improves their likelihood of passing the standards check.
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Reviews (32)
Kimberly Malay
May 24, 2022
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I would like to thank How-2-Drive especially to my instructor Wayne Bennett for helping me pass my Practical Driving Test. It was a long journey but i never gave up, neither did Wayne who helped me a lot achieve my goal. From the process of booking lessons, payments, and communication through Total Drive App, everything is smooth, hassle-free and above standard. Wayne is also very patient, and an effective instructor.
He makes sure that i learn at my own pace, and points out my mistakes constructively and make sure it is discussed and corrected timely. I highly recommend How-2-Drive and Wayne Bennett. From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much!
He makes sure that i learn at my own pace, and points out my mistakes constructively and make sure it is discussed and corrected timely. I highly recommend How-2-Drive and Wayne Bennett. From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much!
Olivia Wojcik
May 12, 2022
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I would like to thank Abdel Elaabdi for helping me pass my practical driving test yesterday. He is an amazing driving instructor who has helped me become a confident and safe driver. He was always calm, patient and we had many laughs on our lessons which definitely put me at ease. His adaptive teaching approach enabled us to work through areas that I needed to improve on very effectively. Certainly I couldn't have passed my test without him. I highly recommend How-2-Drive and especially Abdel to any learners!
Jj FilmnDev
May 10, 2022
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I would like to take the time to thank Mark Horne for helping me gain the skills and knowledge to pass my test! I would highly recommend him for anyone who is looking to not just pass their driving test but are looking to also become a safe and confident driver! He is very professional and made me feel safe and secure while learning to drive! Am amazing person! I will miss our lessons but very glad to have passed! Thank you Mark!
Jessica Kempner
Mar 19, 2022
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Initially when I started out after a long break from driving I had lost all my confidence. Thanks to my instructor Kevin Bowkett who was extremely patient with me, I was able to build my confidence and pass today! He would ensure that everything we did I felt comfortable and gave me highly applicable advice for the driving test. Despite me being apprehensive he helped me believe in myself and my ability to drive. I was so happy that we both got what we deserved as we both put in the hours and worked hard to achieve the pass certificate. I would highly recommend Kevin as an instructor!
Kimberley Clarkson
Mar 03, 2022
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Today I passed my 1st practical driving test with only 1 minor & I couldn't be happier! I wouldn't have been able to do it without my fantastic instructor, Alex Baker! My first lesson with Alex, he immediately put me at ease and was incredibly easy to get along with. He is calm, patient, doesn't dwell on mistakes and strives to make you not only a technically skilled driver but confident in your own abilities. So massive thanks Alex, you are AMAZING!
Elmarie Belarmino
Feb 19, 2022
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Amidst the pandemic, it only took one call for me to secure a booking to do my lesson with How to drive. Very quick call back ( 2 weeks) and customer service from the start. As for my amazing AD Instructor Peter Lawlor, can't thank him enough for guiding me since Day 1. Very patient in teaching, guiding me on every lesson and gave me massive confidence to pass the test first time. Lots of points, tips to take away now that I am going to be driving on my own. Highly recommend him & this company.
Shuang Song
Feb 05, 2022
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Chris Read has been a fantastic driving instructor, who helped me pass my test first time with only 2 minors. Chris R patiently fixed all of the bad driving habits I'd picked up from a previous batch of early lessons with a different instructor, and he was great at working with what I wanted to get out of each lesson. Chris R is amiable yet strict, and does a good job of picking up on little things that could add up to multiple minors in a test. Couldn't have done it without his help. Fully recommend!
Scott Henderson
Feb 03, 2022
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Had a 2 hour refresher with Patrick today after not driving properly in around 5+ years, I was pretty shot of confidence and pretty anxious before the session started. However, Patrick was very thorough that I felt calm and relaxed. I was pretty astounded about how much better I felt about my driving after the session with Patrick, we covered a lot more than I thought we would and I was very pleased with the results, he was professional and above all a great guy, couldn't recommend him more!
Emily Rogers
Jan 24, 2022
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I thoroughly enjoyed my time learning with How-2-Drive, and have highly recommended them to all of my other learner friends. I passed first try after learning with two instructors (Colin Phipps, and then Chris Drew). From the beginning, I found it super easy to sign up for lessons, and was pleasantly surprised to be given an instructor within a few days. The app system also made it really easy to book lessons, and keep track of my progress, and also allowed me to see previous lessons and dates when needed.
Throughout my lessons, everything was really thoroughly explained, and both instructors were really patient and helpful, and I never left a lesson feeling confused. A big thank you to all in the How2Drive team for getting me on the road! ^-^
Throughout my lessons, everything was really thoroughly explained, and both instructors were really patient and helpful, and I never left a lesson feeling confused. A big thank you to all in the How2Drive team for getting me on the road! ^-^
Paris Thompson
Jan 15, 2022
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Passed my driving test first time because off my driving instructor Patrick! He was so profession, had a clean car, showed up on time or even a few minutes early to make sure we had full driving potential every lesson, and also made sure we was always safe. It was a lovely experience learning how to drive with someone who made me feel comfortable in the care, and someone i can get along with perfectly. I would not recommend anyone or any company more!
Selina Broxholme
Jan 07, 2022
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A massive thank you to Wayne for all his help, support and encouragement. I highly recommend Wayne he's such a lovely guy to share your lessons with. He's patient and makes you feel so comfortable. Lovely guy. Without Wayne I wouldn't have done it.
Ardy
Jan 04, 2022
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Alex as an instructor is attentive, constructive and encouraging. He helped me to gain confidence in all aspects of driving. Passed first try with him. Thank you.
Alan Bh
Jan 02, 2022
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I had Wayne Bennett as my automatic driving instructor and the experience could not have been better! I passed first time with only 3 minors! He is patience personified and made me feel safe at all times during my lessons and I never saw myself as a "bad" student for messing things up. I was really afraid of driving and put off lessons for 15 years, but Wayne made me confident behind the wheel! 100% recommend!
Austin
Dec 24, 2021
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How-2-Drive have been excellent. They are very professional, and their app allows you to book lessons and track your progress. My instructor John was amazing. He was a great teacher, but also always up for a laugh. Thanks to him, I passed first time with only a few minors. I would thoroughly recommend How-2-Drive, and I would especially recommend John as an instructor.
Sigita Burskane
Dec 20, 2021
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This review is for my amazing driving instructor Abdel Eelabdi from How-2-Drive. He is the most calm, patient and understanding person I ever met! He is a great teacher and always up for a laugh which made me very comfortable and I was always looking forward to have lessons with him! I would highly recommend Abdel as a driving instructor and can't thank him enough! It's an amazing feeling to pass FIRST time just before Christmas! Thank you for all your help!
Matthew Clark
Dec 17, 2021
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Really fantastic driving school who can't do enough to support you with super professional instructors and fantastic tools. I chose to learn how to drive at the beginning of the pandemic and even through all the issues that caused they were extremely supportive throughout it all. In the end with the support of my instructor Leanne who really managed the identify and help me work through some of my issues with driving we ended up getting me passed my test first time with only one minor fault. I couldn't recommend them enough.
Georgia Twining
Dec 12, 2021
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Wayne Bennett at How 2 Drive is AMAZING! I started as a very nervous driver but passed my driving test confidently today thanks to him. I am over the moon and really couldn't have done it without him and his patience. I will be recommending How 2 Drive and Wayne to everyone! Thanks so much
Charlotte Cutajar
Dec 05, 2021
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Proud to have passed my driving test with How-2-Drive. Rowland was my driving instructor and is a credit to the team. His friendly and patient character is exactly what I needed whenever my nerves got the better me. He would always arrive on time and his lessons were consistent and constructive. I would highly recommend Rowland as a driving instructor and can't thank him enough!
Scott M.
Oct 23, 2020
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Howard is a genius, he works hard to prepare his pdi's for their exams and also so they can teach their students to the highest level. I personally, probably wouldn't have passed my part 3 if it wasn't for Howards videos on you tube, i had no ordit trainer after i did my 40hrs and wasn't on a trainee licence i just trained my daughter and her pal at weekends, i was a lorry driver, Howards videos taught me really how to pass the part 3, its the way he does it, very enjoyfull sometimes hilarious but very thorough. Would recommend How-2-drive to anyone who is serious about wanting to become a ADI. Cheers Howard thanks again. Scott.
Patrick G.
Feb 21, 2020
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So pleased I choose How 2 Drive as my company to train with to become a ADI. Howard is a very good teacher. I didn't realise how hard it is to become an instructor, so I suggest get on board with this company.
Toniann B.
Nov 21, 2019
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A massive thanks to Howard. I passed my ADI part 2 on the first attempt. Howard is an amazing instructor, with extensive knowledge and patience. I am looking forward to completing my instructor training with Howard and joining the team at How-2-Drive!
Alex P.
Jan 20, 2019
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How-2-Drive took me from a brand new drive with no previous road experience to a qualified, passed driver in the space of 2 months! Bill taught me everything I needed to know and after 34 hours of tuition I passed first time with 1 driving fault. I highly recommend How-2-Drive!
Shannon Mccarthy
Jan 09, 2019
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I had a few driving instructors over the years which I didn't feel comfortable with. David foster is by far the best instructor I had been with, hes very good at what he do. Made me feel confident and comfortable around him. Which got me the pass I had wanted a long time ago. For that I'm very grateful.
Charlotte Prigmore
Dec 02, 2018
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Had an amazing experience leaning how to drive with how2drive. I looked forward 2 every single lesson with my brilliant instructor, Nick Sheppard of whom was really laid back, easy to talk to and an excellent driving instructor!!! I am thrilled to have passed and cannot thank Nick enough for helping me to do so; couldnt have asked for a better driving instructor! I highly recommend how2drive 4 anyone who wants a brilliant experience 2 remember aswell as a driving licence!
Sharon
Nov 08, 2018
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Highly recommend this company so supportive and friendly and make you feel so at ease been having lessons for a over a month now best instructors around had lessons with Nick and now Dawn both excellent instructors FIVE STARS ALL THE WAY
Mark L.
Sep 11, 2018
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Booked in with a instructor fast. Lee Everett is very patient and understanding he encourages to progress as quickly as you want and is honest if your ready to take your test. Really nice guy too . Thanks guys first time pass and a enjoyable learning experience
Rose de Lara
Aug 09, 2018
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I had a great experience with How 2 Drive coming back to driving several years after failing my test the first couple of times round. I had lessons with John - who was friendly, supportive, accommodating, relaxed and professional and really helped me to build up my confidence again. I passed my test with flying colours! I really enjoyed our lessons and now feel so well equipped and confident to head out on the roads on my own. Would highly recommend to anyone!
Helen Bain
Jun 05, 2018
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Highly recommended company if anyone is in question on who to use for there lessons. Highly recommend Rowland as he will help you with every little bit and wont rush you either and if you want to work on something in particular before your test, he will do that for you. Cant thank Rowland enough. Thanks for helping me pass first time and gain the confidence to drive
Shivani L.
Mar 06, 2018
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A huge thank you to Blair who helped me pass my test today with 0 minors!! He helped me build my confidence up after I dreaded learning to drive and stayed patient with me throughout my lessons. He made me feel comfortable and always assured I understood what I was doing. It was especially helpful when he provided me with a form to fill out at the end of each session so I could think about what went well and what I had to improve on to help progress my driving!
Jamie Hallam
Just qualified as an ADI after training with Howard. Excellent tutor, very patient and supportive. He has a very positive approach and is very versatile in his training techniques. I am very much looking forward to joining the team. Many thanks for your continued support throughout my training.
David Calleja
Just passed my Part Three ADI Test!! Could not have done it without the excellent tuition and guidance from Howard Floyd of How-2-Drive. If you want to learn to drive or to become a driving instructor I cannot recommend this driving school highly enough. A very professional first class outfit who offer great value for money and who are very motivated to see you succeed! Tried other schools before this one and they just don't compare!!
Luke Hunter
I had an excellent experience with Nick from How-2-Drive. Fantastic instructor, easy to get on well with and very professional. I passed first time after 21 hours of lessons, so it is really good value for money. I would recommend How-2-Drive to anyone wanting high quality driving lessons from a friendly instructor.