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Formula Jon Driving SchoolFrom the historic streets around the Carfax to the busy commuter routes of the A24, Formula Jon Driving School is your local expert for automatic driving lessons in Horsham. We offer flexible pick-up and drop-off services to suit your lifestyle, whether you need collecting from Horsham Station after work, The College of Richard Collyer, or starting a lesson right from your home in Southwater or Denne Park. Our quality training ensures you are comfortable navigating everything from narrow town-centre roads to complex dual carriageways, helping you pass your test with confidence.

Your Ticket to Freedom: Premier Automatic Driving Lessons in RH13
Get ready to cruise the streets! Formula Jon Driving School is your ticket to mastering the roads in Horsham without the stress of gear changes or stalling at the Robin Hood Roundabout. Our team consists entirely of DVSA Approved Driving Instructors (ADIs), ensuring you receive the highest standard of tuition in a modern, easy-to-drive automatic vehicle.
We make getting your licence a smooth ride. Serving the RH13 area, our local instructors know exactly where to take you—from the quiet residential stretches near Horsham Park for beginners to the busier routes needed for test day success.
We Offer:
Flexible Hours: Lessons from 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week.
Local Insight: Instructors who know every tricky junction in Horsham.
Confident Learning: A fun, effective experience designed to help you own the road.
Flexible Automatic Driving Lessons in Horsham
We know that life in West Sussex is fast-paced. That’s why we offer ultimate flexibility: you can begin and end your lessons at a location that suits you. Start your drive from home in RH13 and finish at The Forum, your workplace, or Tanbridge House School. We fit the training around your schedule, not the other way around.
Structured, Client-Centred Learning Our lessons are fully client-centred, putting you in control. Whether you are a total beginner or have some experience, our Horsham driving instructors tailor every session to your needs.
From Novice to Test-Ready We guide you through the skills needed for test day success in an automatic car:
Beginners: We start with novice skills like moving off and stopping safely on the quieter roads near Denne Hill.
Intermediate: We progress to complex challenges, such as handling the Hop Oast Roundabout or navigating the flow of traffic on the A264.
PricesAutomatic lessons cost the same as manual. Our rate is £40 an hour in the RH postcodes.
Free Controls Driving Lesson in HorshamThe FREE Car Controls lesson is deducted from the cost of your First Driving Lesson.
What happens on your first Driving Lesson in Horsham?
Introduction to the Vehicle: We’ll familiarise you with the dashboard, steering wheel, and the simple “stop and go” pedals of our automatic cars.
Seating and Adjustments: Learn how to set up your mirrors and seat for the best visibility—vital for Horsham’s mixture of urban and rural driving.
Controls and Instruments: You’ll learn how to operate secondary controls like indicators, headlights, and wipers efficiently so you can focus on the road ahead.
FAQWe offer flexible pick-ups and drop-offs across Horsham RH13 and surrounding areas, including Southwater, Broadbridge Heath, Warnham, and the town centre.
Yes! We provide both manual and automatic driving lessons with fully qualified DVSA-approved instructors. Automatic lessons are ideal if you prefer easier gear handling, while manual lessons allow you to drive both types of vehicles once you pass.
This all depends on the student's driving ability. There is no official minimum number of lessons. Studies cited by DVSA put the average at between 37 and 52 hours with an instructor, plus 13 to 20 hours of private practice.
Most of our Horsham students take their tests at the Crawley (Pease Pottage) Driving Test Centre. We ensure you are fully prepared by practicing on the specific routes and roundabouts used by the examiners there. See our Crawley driving test centre guide for the address and what to expect.
Automatic driving lessons in Horsham (RH postcodes) cost £40 an hour, the same as manual. See our RH price list for the other packages.
Yes. You can buy lessons online on our book page, or call 0330 043 6002 any day from 8am to 8pm. Your first lesson includes a free controls session, and its cost is deducted from your first driving lesson.
Driving Lesson Gift Vouchers Available.
Gift vouchers can be used for manual or automatic lessons at any time of year.
Tailored Tuition for Experienced Learners in Horsham
Not a total beginner? No problem. We start your journey with a practical Traffic Light Assessment. This allows us to see exactly where you stand—whether you’re ready for the dual carriageways or just need to polish your parallel parking near Piries Place.
Test Preparation & Beyond We prepare you for the real world, not just the test. Our lessons cover Sat Nav usage and Independent Driving across Horsham and the surrounding villages, ensuring you’re as comfortable navigating toward Broadbridge Heath as you are driving through the town centre.
Full Licence Holders If you have passed your test but haven’t driven in years, or need the confidence to handle the A24 at rush hour, we offer bespoke Refresher Driving Lessons.



Driving School Reviews
8 months ago
Anil at Formula Jon Driving School helped me to pass my driving test. I took automatic driving lessons with Anil. Before learning with Anil I failed the test several times, but passed “first time” since learning with Anil. He gave very helpful advice, is friendly, reliable and professional, and gave me the reassurance that I needed. I would 100% recommend Formula Jon and Anil. Thanks again
8 months ago
I had been doing my driving journey for a year now and had Ravi as my instructor, passed my second front test a week ago and wouldn’t have been able to without ravis patience and support. Will miss our Saturdays spent together
9 months ago
Had the pleasure of having Ravi as my instructor. He was fantastic to put it bluntly. While not being overly strict like I have heard of some other instructors (at other companies to be specific) he covered everything that I needed to know and went through it and explained it in a very understandable way. With his help, I managed to pass my test on my first attempt. Thank you again Ravi.
9 months ago
I learned automatic driving with Anil from Formula Jon, and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. He was always patient, polite, and very professional. His instructions were clear and he corrected my mistakes calmly, which made every lesson stress-free. Best part was I never felt anxious or afraid behind the wheel. Thanks to his guidance, I passed my test. I would highly recommend Anil and Formula Jon to anyone learning to drive.
9 months ago
Had Ravi as an instructor. Was amazing with me, got me over my nerves and helped me to pass first time. Would highly recommend formula Jon driving school an Ravi as an instructor. I Could not have had a better experience with him!
9 months ago
If there were awards for patience, Jon would have a trophy cabinet full. As a very nervous driver heading into my 4th driving test (yes my own doing!) Jon never lost faith, never lost his calm and somehow kept me sane. His support and reassurance made even my most panicky lessons manageable. Jon is a fantastic Driving Instructor. His manual driving lessons at Formula Jon Driving School completely transformed my confidence. Against all odds (and nerves!) I passed and I genuinely couldn’t have done it without him. If you’re nervous or need an instructor with the patience of a saint, Jon is your person.
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