Business Details
27 Years
experience
Driving Lessons in Woking with GSI Driving School
Established in 1999, GSI Driving School is a family-run business based in Woking, delivering quality driving instruction across Surrey and surrounding areas. Our team of six DSA-approved instructors prioritises a caring, personalised approach, catering to learners of all abilities, including nervous drivers and those seeking advanced or intensive courses. With an 80% first-time pass ratedouble the national averagewe combine modern dual-control vehicles with tailored tuition to ensure students develop safe, confident driving skills. Our services include block booking discounts, refresher lessons, and preparation for the DSA theory and practical tests, supported by mock assessments and test route experience. 
Services
Driving Lessons
Intensive Courses
Refresher Lessons
Automatic Instruction
Female Instructors
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 80% first-time pass rate, double the national average
- DSA-certified instructors with tailored teaching methods
- Flexible intensive courses completed in as little as 2 weeks
- Modern dual-control vehicles for safe, practical learning
- Personalised support for nervous and refresher drivers
Associations and certifications
- Driving Standards Agency (DSA)
What people say
Great support
Confident driver
Patient instructors
Enjoyable experience
Tailored lessons
Services
Driving Lessons
One-to-one driving lessons tailored to individual needs, covering the full DSA syllabus. Our DSA-certified instructors use modern dual-control vehicles to teach essential skills for the practical test and lifelong safe driving. Lessons include theory integration, mock assessments, and test route experience, with flexible scheduling for learners of all experience levels.
Intensive Courses
Accelerated driving programs completed in 2-14 days, ideal for fast-track test preparation. Courses range from 20 to 35+ hours, combining theory and practical training with mock tests. Includes free test booking, instructor support for theory/hazard perception, and tailored lesson plans to address individual weaknesses before re-tests.
Refresher Lessons
Targeted sessions for experienced drivers needing confidence boosts or skill updates. Focuses on modern road conditions, new traffic systems, and test preparation for those returning to driving. Delivered in dual-control cars with patient instructors specialising in anxiety-reduction techniques.
Automatic Instruction
Specialist tuition in automatic transmission vehicles, ideal for nervous learners or those preferring simpler gear systems. Covers all DSA requirements for automatic test certification, with experienced instructors trained in adapting teaching methods to individual learning paces and styles.
Female Instructors
Female driving instructors available for learners preferring gender-specific tuition. Provides a comfortable learning environment with teaching styles tailored to individual communication preferences, maintaining the same rigorous DSA standards and 80% first-time pass rate as the broader instructor team.
People
David Gubbins
Owner/Instructor
Founder of GSI Driving School since 1999, David combines 25+ years of experience with a patient teaching style. Specialises in nervous driver instruction and has mentored multiple ADIs, maintaining an 80% first-time pass rate through tailored lesson plans.
Tamara
Driving Instructor
Popular instructor known for transforming nervous learners into confident drivers. Recognised for patient guidance and effective test preparation techniques, with multiple pupils praising her supportive approach in testimonials.
Andy
Driving Instructor
Experienced DSA-certified instructor specialising in intensive courses and refresher training. Focuses on building student confidence through structured lesson plans and real-world driving scenarios.
Pat
Driving Instructor
Skilled instructor with expertise in automatic transmission teaching. Known for clear explanations and adapting lessons to individual learning speeds, particularly effective with anxious learners.
Bilal Raja
Driving Instructor
New instructor joining GSI's team, bringing fresh perspective while maintaining the school's high standards. Specialises in technology-integrated teaching methods for modern driving challenges.
Questions
What types of driving lessons do you offer?
We provide standard hourly lessons, intensive courses (2-14 days), refresher sessions, and automatic transmission instruction. All lessons include theory integration and test preparation.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate in Woking, Guildford, Weybridge, Chertsey, Byfleet, Lightwater, Bagshot, and surrounding Surrey areas. Contact us to confirm coverage for your specific location.
Can I book female instructors?
Yes, we have female instructors available. Many learners prefer this option, and our female instructors maintain the same 80% first-time pass rate as the team overall.
What are your pricing options?
Prices vary by course length. We offer block booking discounts including 20-hour packages and first-four-lesson special offers. Contact us directly for current pricing details.
How do you prepare for the theory test?
Our instructors provide dedicated theory support covering multiple-choice questions and hazard perception. We include mock tests and tailored revision strategies to ensure DSA standard achievement.
