Drive Johnson
Driving Schools
Drive Johnson
11 Bridge St, Cardiff
# Drive Johnson's - Cardiff Driving School
Drive Johnson's is an established driving school franchise that has been operating since 2005, now covering over 1,000 areas across the UK with more than 800 instructors. Based in Cardiff and operating nationwide, the company specialises in helping learner drivers pass their tests quickly and safely through a combination of weekly lessons and intensive fast-pass courses.
The business serves learner drivers seeking professional instruction, alongside aspiring driving instructors looking to join their franchise network. What distinguishes Drive Johnson's is their track record of success—over 22,000 pupils passed their tests first time in 2025—combined with their high-profile clientele including celebrities and professional athletes like Tom Grennan, Dele Alli, and Stephen Graham. They've been recognised as National Driving School of the Year 2026.
The company stands out through its founder Anthony Johnson's direct involvement in both learner instruction and instructor training. As a Grade A 51/51 ORDIT-registered trainer, he maintains quality standards throughout the franchise. Drive Johnson's offers comprehensive support including free learning resources (driving manuals, test route videos), a branded pupil app, and flexible booking options. They regularly run promotional campaigns, including current anniversary sales on block bookings and fast-pass courses.
The business model appeals equally to learners seeking proven instruction and entrepreneurs interested in joining their franchise with no long-term contracts and guaranteed pupil supply. Their emphasis on testimonials and social media engagement demonstrates customer-focused marketing.
Drive Johnson's is an established driving school franchise that has been operating since 2005, now covering over 1,000 areas across the UK with more than 800 instructors. Based in Cardiff and operating nationwide, the company specialises in helping learner drivers pass their tests quickly and safely through a combination of weekly lessons and intensive fast-pass courses.
The business serves learner drivers seeking professional instruction, alongside aspiring driving instructors looking to join their franchise network. What distinguishes Drive Johnson's is their track record of success—over 22,000 pupils passed their tests first time in 2025—combined with their high-profile clientele including celebrities and professional athletes like Tom Grennan, Dele Alli, and Stephen Graham. They've been recognised as National Driving School of the Year 2026.
The company stands out through its founder Anthony Johnson's direct involvement in both learner instruction and instructor training. As a Grade A 51/51 ORDIT-registered trainer, he maintains quality standards throughout the franchise. Drive Johnson's offers comprehensive support including free learning resources (driving manuals, test route videos), a branded pupil app, and flexible booking options. They regularly run promotional campaigns, including current anniversary sales on block bookings and fast-pass courses.
The business model appeals equally to learners seeking proven instruction and entrepreneurs interested in joining their franchise with no long-term contracts and guaranteed pupil supply. Their emphasis on testimonials and social media engagement demonstrates customer-focused marketing.
Services offered
weekly driving lessonsintensive fast-pass coursesinstructor trainingORDIT-registered PDI trainingfranchise opportunitiesfree driving manualstest route videospupil mobile app