Inside the John Cox Driving School Ford Focus, looking out onto an Abingdon street

Driving lessons in Abingdon

Learn to drive with confidence

Patient, friendly tuition with John Cox — helping learners across Abingdon and the surrounding villages pass their test and become safe drivers for life.

Friendly & patient

A calm, encouraging manner that suits every learner, whatever your level or confidence.

Block-booking discounts

Buy your lessons as a block and pay less per hour — a full 10 hours for £480.

Ford Focus, dual-control

Learn in a modern, easy-to-handle Ford Focus fitted with dual controls for your safety.

Abingdon & nearby

Covering Abingdon and the surrounding towns and villages across Oxfordshire.

About John

Quality instruction that gets results

John Cox Driving School is an established company covering Abingdon. With a full range of tuition and proven teaching methods, John will give you the confidence, knowledge and skills to get driving safely — often reaching test standard quickly and saving you money along the way.

Reviews

What learners say

Genuine recommendations from learners who passed their test with John.

★★★★★

John was great. I was never a natural driver and often found it stressful, but John was always calm and taught me ways to deal with it. He always checked what I felt comfortable and uncomfortable with, so we worked on my weak points. He never rushed me but pushed me, which grew my confidence massively. Highly recommend.

Luka-Jai Collins
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★★★★★

Many thanks to John Cox for all of your help. I was quite nervous to start, but your patient and honest approach was a great help throughout. Would certainly recommend!

Mirek Gosney
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★★★★★

Excellent instructor who is patient, honest and a very likeable person. Great communication and very reliable. Enjoyed every minute and would highly recommend. Thanks again John, appreciate all your time and effort.

Jake Rostron
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★★★★★

A massive thank you John — I can’t recommend you enough. You’ve been so patient and gave me the confidence to pass my test. I also loved your honesty: some instructors make students book unnecessary lessons and you never did that. If anyone wants a reliable, calm and patient teacher, please consider John.

Fiona Kelsey-lyddon
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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

How much do driving lessons cost in Abingdon?

A single one-hour lesson is £50 and two hours is £100. A block of 10 hours is £480, which works out at just £48 per hour. To book, call John on 07876 636891.

Do you offer discounts on block bookings?

Yes. Buying your lessons as a block saves you money — 10 hours for £480 works out at £48 per hour rather than £50.

What car will I learn to drive in?

You will learn in a modern, easy-to-handle Ford Focus fitted with dual controls for your safety.

Which areas do you cover?

John Cox Driving School covers Abingdon and the surrounding towns and villages across Oxfordshire.

I’m a nervous beginner — can you help?

Absolutely. John has a calm, patient and encouraging manner and works at your pace, whatever your level or confidence. Learners of all abilities are welcome.

How do I book a driving lesson?

Give John a call on 07876 636891 or send a message through the contact page, and he will arrange your first lesson.

Ready to get started?

Give John a call to book your first lesson or ask any questions. Lessons from £50, with discounts on block bookings.