National Driving Centre Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Looking at 123 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the instructors and staff for being exceptionally helpful, patient, and thorough throughout all training sessions. People also highlight the well-structured practical courses and the welcoming reception team that make learners feel completely comfortable from day one. Though some reviewers experienced initial test day nerves or found the intense learning process demanding at times, the reassuring environment helped them overcome challenges. Consumers appreciate the clear guidance and constructive feedback provided, ensuring they feel fully prepared for their practical exams. Reviewers ultimately highly recommend these professional driving courses to anyone wanting to obtain their heavy vehicle license.

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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

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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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Staff at NDC made me feel very welcome, they were helpful and polite. Having a Free driving assessment before doing my course was a nice touch, it allowed me to understand what I would be paying... See more

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  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

I passed my driving licence with The…

I passed my driving licence with The National Driving Centre in Croydon.My instructors were great and helpful.Thank you Dave and Paul😊
I would definitely recommend it
Thank you NDC team

November 20, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Congratulations Oznur! We knew you would do it 😎

All the best for the future.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Class 2 hgv course

It’s a great company all very friendly and welcoming. I had a really enjoyable experience even though at times it’s stressful but I got my pass at end of my course so many thanks. Special big shout out to my instructor Lee thanks again for all your advice.

November 19, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Great work on getting that first time pass Robbie! Thank you for trusting NDC to do the training journey with 😊

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mark to the Rescue, class 2 review.

Spent the week training with the National Driving Centre, Mark was fantastic, very professional but also very understanding to our needs for the training week.
Plenty of tips and tricks throughout the week and plenty of practise driving the H.G.V s leading to a successful Pass!

November 7, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

We love the tips and tricks Dan! 😉 well done once again and best of luck in the future with the new Cat C licence!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Andy and the team at NDC.

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 down to the efforts of myself, however Andy everything he stated, how he trained was spot on. I did the C+E 5 day course and I am very pleased. I will most definitely recommend NDC to anyone who would like to up-skill their license.

November 7, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Harrison I'm glad you mentioned yourself in the efforts to get you there as a lot of people don't give themselves enough credit! You were the man with the hands on the wheel after all 😊

Lovely work sir and all the best out there.

Team NDC

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great guys.

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 rest of the guys were perfectly nice and professional too. Will definitely come back for more training in the near future.

October 8, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Thank you for taking the time to review. Dave is a top guy ayy! And of course a good instructor too 😊

Well done and hopefully see you back at NDC whenever you're ready!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Full on 5 stars for NDC!!!

Full on 5 stars for NDC. I had a very bad experience with another training provider (EP training) I walk off the cat C course on the second day after being sworn at by the instructor and treat like rubbish after they took the money.

However I contacted NDC explain the situation and the could not be more the opposite, from the first call to the final pass certificate the staff and instructors were accommodating, helpful, friendly, professional and calm. They facilitated an evening course after work to train me. They provided materials to revise for my CPC and practical and at the earliest they could, booked both my practical test and CPC test. Honestly the highest level of training I have been given in terms of driving/riding and would fully fully recommend, there pricing is spot on and more than worth every penny they are no.1 in my opinion and anyone or company looking for a training provider should use them 100%. Thank you all again!!!

October 10, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Hey Ben! Congratulations once again. The most important thing is....you got that licence! You could have easily thrown in the towel after your first experience, but you persisted and it paid off. All the very best for the future 😊

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top notch driving school!

What a week, cat C student.
Amazing instructor, can’t fault him for anything, superb knowledge.
Reception area friendly and always there to help.
Felt really comfortable during the whole process.
A+

October 17, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Douglas, we haven't heard the term 'top notch' in a while, and we loved it! Thank you. Well done once again and we hope you enjoy that new Category C licence 😎

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thanks to everyone at NDC

I had a really good experience with NDC, from start to end. The staff were really helpful over the phone, with getting the course booked. Told me everything I needed to know, and booked all my theory tests for me. My instructor Paul was really good. He was relaxed, and explained things well. All the other staff were friendly and helpful as well. Passed first time. Would recommend NDC

October 17, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

First time pass Richard, we love to see it! Glad you had a nice and successful week with Paul 😊

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

2 separate tests... 2 first time passes.

Firstly, everyone at NDC is friendly and helpful.
I took 2 courses: Cat C and Cat C&E.
Result: 2 instructors, 2 separate driving tests, 2 first-time passes. It doesn't get any better than.
Big thanks to Paul and Keith.
10/10 all day long!

October 10, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Textbook work right there! Well done once again and enjoy your new licence 😍

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The staff are great and professional

The staff are great and professional
Lovely set of people and I highly recommend the school

October 10, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Thank you for your review and kind words 😊

Very best of luck out there!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We LOVE NDC

Great company, professional staff. They all make you feel at ease. Totally enjoyed my time with NDC. I was the only female, so I was little worried the would take me serious. But it was the total opposite! It was fantastic, I would totally recommend.

September 19, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

That's a lovely review, thanks Marsha 😊 was a pleasure having you here and glad it all worked out. All the best on road!

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top Quality Tuition

From my initial enquiry NDC staff have been knowledgeable, communicative and provided a positive experience across all aspects of training to attaining my HGV license. Instructor Mark was especially supportive in his delivery of tuition and guidance in a friendly and relaxed environment both on the road and in preparing for the Module 4 assessment

October 1, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Thank you for the kind words Simon. We have of course passed them onto Mark. He's a good guy ayy! All the best for the future.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Training

Fantastic company. Great week of training. Ray was a great teacher. Chose the right pace of training. Will use again for other tickets

October 3, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Thank you for trusting us Jason and congratulations once again 😃

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

NDC.. where dreams come true!

Office staff and instructors are all amazing. You can feel that everyone is working hard for you to succeed. The general atmosphere is so relaxing and it makes your goal feel closer already. I recommend NDC, 100%.

October 3, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

We love what we do Olusola and that is made so much nicer when people who work hard pass. You were certainly one of those 🙏🏼

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everyone's main concern was that I must…

Everyone's main concern was that I must work hard to hit the bull's eye and it definitely worked. Thanks to my instructor Steve and the examiner Steve (different Steve of course).

October 3, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

We're all about the Steve's here Gebeyehu! Main thing was that you got the job done. Congratulations once again 😊

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic Group Of People

Decided to go for a career change after taking redundancy.
So glad I choose NDC. The whole team is amazing , supportive and knowledgeable .
I took my class C + CE and passed both first time despite being wrecked with nerves.
The instructors are professional, encouraging and excellent at what they do. They gave tips and advice when needed which helped massively .
Will miss the team as it was very nice learning but also chilling with them over the last 2 weeks.
Can't recommend them enough 10 out of 10
KevB

September 26, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Hey Kevin, thank you so much for taking the time to review us in this detail. Means a lot. We are so happy you got through first time x 2! Testament to you as well as the guys who taught you.

All the very best 😎

Team NDC

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Passed as a 21 year old!!!

I am only 21 years old and I managed to pass first time on all three tests after having been trained by NDC. I have only driven my little hatchback (never anything bigger) for not even two years and I passed with only three minors. Mark was my instructor and he was exceptional. He is very calm and patient, most importantly I was always able to speak my mind and felt confident to ask any question. I will be back to do the articulated:).

September 11, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Age is only a number if you're good driver James! Congratulations once again on the upgrade from hatchback to one of the biggest vehicles out on UK roads 😎

Let us know as and when the C+E course calls out to you...

Team NDC

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Chris is a great instructor

Training at NDC was a great experience with instructor Chris, clear explanations, engaging teaching and good responsiveness to student’s questions, and most importantly training time( driving )

September 12, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Thank you for the review Joshua and glad you had a nice and successful course with Chris 😊

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

NDC PCV training review.

The instructor was so friendly and would give guidance all the way. Was very open and patient to my questions. He always took his time to explain and correct the mistakes. He made me to enjoy my training in a relaxed mood. Thumbs up.

September 12, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Well done once again Gift! And of course thank you for the review 😀

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