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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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

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!

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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.

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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 👍🏼

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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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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing opportunity and driving experience

Friendly honest make the experience comfortable and safe great learning techniques variety of learning styles and experiences thank you so much

March 20, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Well done once again Gemma! Knew you could do it 😉

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Go the right way!!

I was fortunate to benefit from 3 fantastic instructors across the 8 days who guided me along every step of the way with calm and patient advice, help and tips. A big thank you to Ray, Nick and Dave for all their hard work in getting me ready for the test and making it such a fun and enjoyable experience.
I will always be grateful to everyone at NDC and couldn’t recommend them highly enough

March 20, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

You had 3 characters there for training David! Glad you enjoyed it and got the right result 😊

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant help very calm and helpful…

Brilliant help very calm and helpful instructor make you feel at ease when learning how to pass your test practically and with the cpc module 4. Thanks again.

March 19, 2025
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Reply from National Driving Centre

Thanks Ryan! Top work on getting them both passed 🥳

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