National Driving Centre Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Considering 125 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company from start to finish. Customers frequently praise the instructors for being exceptionally patient, professional, and deeply knowledgeable throughout the entire training program. Many individuals note that the trainers effectively build confidence behind the wheel, ensuring learners are fully prepared for success. However, some people mentioned that the fast-paced and intensive training process could occasionally feel quite stressful or demanding. A few reviewers additionally observed that managing test day pressure required substantial personal effort and ongoing guidance. Despite these occasional hurdles, individuals consistently emphasize that the comprehensive support helped them successfully overcome initial doubts.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Having any driving test is an absolute ordeal. Fact. But NDC did make the whole experience much less painful. Dave my instructor was thorough, professional and even patient at the right level. The res... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

On my first day of training itself, I’d started feeling that. Yes, I am lucky to have my training here NDC Croydon. Sincere Thanks to DAVE & ANDY for your effort and guidance during all my... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very knowledgeable crew of staff with well maintained vehicles. My instructor (Kieth) was great in building up my confidence out and about and really helped me with all his experience. I would defi... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From the beginning, the initial assessment with Paul, the office team also managedto move my course from January to November which was fabulous & Andy. They were all spectacular, I passed of course do... See more

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Company details

  1. Drivers License Training School
  2. Driving School
  3. Driving Test Centre
  4. Learner Driver Training Area

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The National Driving Centre has been training drivers to get their HGV / Lorry and PCV / Bus driving licences in London and the South-East for over 40 years. With our modern fleet of training vehicles, wonderful driving instructors, purpose built training centre doubling as a Government Approved (DVSA) Test Centre, it makes NDC quite unique. Our HGV training courses include - Car to C1 / 7.5tonne (Ambulance) Car to Category C / Class 2 Category C / Class 2 to C+E / Class 1 Our PCV training courses include - Car to D1 / Minibus Car to Category D / PCV licence.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everyone at NDC were great

From day one the instructor put me at ease, very professional and no question felt irrelevant and was always answered with great explanation. Everyone at NDC was welcoming and friendly too and the training aids were good too

May 2, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Glad you felt the friendly vibe William! Congratulations once again 🙏🏼

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best way to be a professional driver

If you want to be a real professional driver and learn from the best instructors, you should choose NDC. Amazing, friendly, helpful team of experts escorts you during the training.
They are always doing their best. If you do the same, you could proudly ring the bell after the final exam just like me.
Special thanks to Paul - not Gandalf

April 29, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Love this review Dave! Even a special mention for Gandalf, *I mean Paul! 😉

Congratulations once again!

Team NDC

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The entire team were proffessional

The entire team were proffessional, friendly and put me at ease. Mark my instructor was personable, knowledgeable and concise with his driving instructions in a manner that helped me relax and elay the anxiety. He helped me to further my driving skills and eliminate my bad habits. A five star rating isn't enough to cover the excellent experience I had and the skills he provided enabling me to pass first time.

April 29, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Very kind of you to say David and we've passed on your compliments to Mark 😃

Go well out there.

Team NDC

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Special thanks to nick and team at NDC

Special thanks to nick and team at NDC, my instructor Nick was brilliant, very knowledgeable, calm and professional. Passed my PCV bus test this morning first time with zero minors thanks to Nick and Keith. YouTube videos and booklet were very helpful for both CPC Mod 4 and driving test. Many thanks James.

April 24, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

A special thank you to your special review Jameo! ZERO MINORS? Awesome work!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've just passed my PCV cat D driving…

I've just passed my PCV cat D driving test with NDC,these guys are amazing,very helpful and friendly staff, big up to Andy, Ray and Dave who helped me out on my journeys as my instructors. I would recommend them anyday anytime, thanks to you all guys and thanks NDC.👍

April 16, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Thank you for your lovely review Alessandro! Best of luck out there on the road 😃

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hi just Passed my HGV Test 1st time

Hi just Passed my HGV Test 1st time
Great training ,very nice people
Very professional

Thank you

April 2, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Great work on passing 1st time Rob! Best of luck out there on the road 😎

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thanks Lee and NDC

I went from never driving a Class 1 vehicle to a full license only 3 minors
With 4 days of training

April 11, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Class 1 licence is now yours for life Ashley! Great work and stay safe out there 😀

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a fantastic 7 days with NDC I…

Had a fantastic 7 days with NDC I passed my PCV D licence. A massive thank you to Nick who believed in me and pushed me all the way without him I would of failed also a big thank you to everyone connected to NDC you are all a credit to your company 2 visits 2 passes Thanks Colin

April 10, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

2 visits, 2 passes! That's how we like it Colin!! 😎

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Definitely would recommend to anyone

I had little Paul. He was brilliant very thorough. Made me feel super comfortable as I was a nervous wreck. As a company they run a tight ship just all round brilliant experience. Thank too the ndc team and thank you Paul for your patience

April 4, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Big thank you on the review from us and Little Paul, Owen 😊

Congratulations on getting the job done!

Team NDC

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best training out there

All the instructors are friendly and welcoming. The facilities are too notch along with the knowledge of everyone working at NDC. Ray got me through this week, was supportive and encouraging throughout and their dedication is unreal. Would definitely train with NDC again!

April 3, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Lovely work Leah! Congratulations once again and glad you had a good time with Ray & NDC.

Team NDC

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great instructors

Great instructors
Please learning to drive with you

April 1, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Well thank you very much 👍🏼

Team NDC

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

NDC is absolutely brilliant

NDC is absolutely brilliant, if you want any type of large vehicle training this is definitely the school to go to,want to say thank you to mark for is a brilliant training,advice and having faith in me, i did fail on my first attempt which disheartened me but they never let me give up, thank you susan and the whole team for helping me pass and achieve my goal will defy be back for class 1 in future 👍🏾🙂

April 1, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Never give up Leon! You got there and well done 😊

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experience at NDC Croydon was great…

My experience at NDC Croydon was great because everyone was welcoming and the instructors that I had were brilliant towards me and they pushed me to do well and pass. A special thank you to Dave and Chris.

March 28, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Thank you for the lovely review Amaurie. Congratulations once again!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Intensive bus driver training at NDC

I completed my bus driver training at NDC. My trainer, Paul, was excellent and an expert in the subject matter. I can’t thank him enough for getting me through the DVSA assessment first time. The whole team were helpful, cheerful and professional. Thank you again for everything.

March 21, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

First time pass - lovely work Jeremy! Thanks again for choosing us to help with the training.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

NDC is an amazing driving centre

NDC is an amazing driving centre, the team are so friendly and helpful. Our driving instructor Andy was so patient with us and explained everything so clearly. He was so down earth, highly recommend him and the centre. If you want to go to the next step up from your car pay them a visit

March 21, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

We're friendly because we love what we do Chris and we get to meet cool people - including you for your C+E course! Well done once again 😊

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