Calm, clear driving lessons in Earley and Reading
Learn with Usman, the instructor named in almost every review: patient, encouraging and clear from the first lesson. Lessons seven days a week, until 8pm most evenings.
What reviewers mark down
187 reviews
- Confidence building33
- 33 reviews
- Passing first time22
- 22 reviews
- Clear instructions18
- 18 reviews
- Patient instructor10
- 10 reviews
- Flexible scheduling8
- 8 reviews
Am I ready for my driving test?
Mark each part of the practical test honestly. You'll see what to work on, and you can send your sheet to Usman so lessons start there.
- Length
- About 40 minutes
- On your own
- About 20 minutes of independent driving
- To pass
- 15 or fewer driving faults, none serious or dangerous
The practical test, part by part
0/11Your sheet
- Moving off and stopping
- Mirrors
- Junctions
- Roundabouts
- Speed and progress
- Lanes and road position
- Crossings and hazards
- Independent driving
- Your reverse manoeuvre
- Emergency stop
- Show me, tell me
Mark each row
Be honest: nobody sees this sheet unless you send it.
A self-check, not a prediction. To pass you need 15 or fewer driving faults and no serious or dangerous ones.
Learn with Usman
Pupils describe the same things again and again: calm, patient, professional, and clear about every technique, sign and lane.

“He’s so patient and understanding - never made me feel rushed.”
“He is calm, encouraging, and made the whole learning process stress-free and enjoyable.”
Shubho Bhattachaarjee “He explains every technique and road signs, signals and lanes very clearly and thoroughly.”
Akshay Borle “I only took 2 lessons before my driving test, but his patient and calm teaching style made a massive difference.”
Ravi Kiran
Lessons
One-to-one lessons with a calm instructor who explains everything clearly.

Driving lessons
One-to-one lessons, from your first drive to test standard.More about this
Driving test preparation
Focused lessons in the run-up to your practical test.More about this
Car for your driving test
Take your test in the car you've practised in.More about this
Lessons for nervous drivers
Building confidence one lesson at a time.More about this
Seven days a week, evenings until 8pm
- MondayMon8am to
to 8pm - TuesdayTue8am to
to 8pm - WednesdayWed8am to
to 8pm - ThursdayThu8am to
to 8pm - FridayFri8am to
to 3pm - SaturdaySat9am to
to 8pm - SundaySun9am to
to 6pm
Reviewers mention lessons being fitted around their schedules. Call to find a slot that works for you.
Before you book
When are lessons available?
Monday to Thursday 8am to 8pm, Friday 8am to 3pm, Saturday 9am to 8pm and Sunday 9am to 6pm. Reviewers mention lessons being fitted around their schedule.
Do people pass first time?
Many do. Google counts 22 reviews that mention passing first time, out of 187.
Can I use the car for my test?
One reviewer took their test in Usman's automatic Toyota after a couple of lessons. Call 07776 425625 to check availability for your test date.
Do you teach in an automatic?
Reviewers mention Usman's automatic Toyota. Call to ask which cars are available for your lessons.
How much are lessons?
Prices aren't listed online yet. Call 07776 425625 for current prices and availability.
Where are you based?
Drive2Pass is based at 16 Palmerstone Road, Earley, Reading RG6 1HL, and teaches across Earley, Woodley and Reading.