Private driving instructors in SG with highest passing rates
When we turn 18, the first thing many of us strive for – apart from legally purchasing alcohol – is to get our driving licence, but finding a private driving instructor (PDI) can be a daunting task when you’re not sure where to look.
To help in your search, we’ve narrowed down a list of top private driving instructors in Singapore with some of the highest passing rates* for each driving centre and their contact numbers.
*Statistics are taken from November 2024 to October 2025.
Should I book with a private driving instructor or a driving school?
Getting lessons from private instructors in Singapore can offer a bit more flexibility than driving schools, since you’ll be able to book lessons as and when you need them. Many also prefer booking with a PDI, as they can offer to drive to a more convenient location. By the way, you can check the passing rate of licensed PDIs and their contact numbers via the Singapore Police Force website.
You’re also able to tailor practical lessons more towards your speed. That means getting to move on to the next module whenever you feel ready, or taking more time to work on areas that you’re not as confident in. Since you’re learning from one instructor only, they’re also able to keep track of your progress for you, and tell you where your weak spots are and how to best improve.
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Overall, private lessons are also generally cheaper than going with a driving school. But if you’re the type of learner who prefers a more structured curriculum, driving schools will offer just that, as you’d have to pass certain manoeuvres before moving on to the next practical module. This way, you can ensure that you’re confident in each course that you’ve taken.
You’re also privy to driving circuits and booking of test dates over private students. The circuit is part of the practical theory test, so getting enough time at the circuit to familiarise yourself with the course is beneficial. Getting to book your test dates first also means you can pick a time that you’re more comfortable with.
Which centres provide private driving instructors in Singapore?
Regardless of whether you’re seeking to pass in a manual or automatic car, we’ve got you covered. These centres will help you find the best private driving instructor in Singapore to suit your learning style.
Bukit Batok Driving Centre
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For West- and South-siders looking for the best private driving instructor in Singapore, Bukit Batok Driving Centre (BBDC) is the go-to driving centre for you conveniently located just a 10-minute walk away from Bukit Gombak MRT station.
Class 3 (manual transmission)
- Chong Song Peng: 47% first-timer pass rate
Candidates tested: 81
Candidates passed: 38
Contact: 9851 6142 - Poh Geok Huat: 45% first-timer pass rate
Candidates tested: 66
Candidates passed: 30
Contact: 9640 9816
Class 3A (automatic transmission)
- Tay Chew Hong: 43% first-timer pass rate
Candidates tested: 65
Candidates passed: 28
Contact: 9028 1181 - Neo Thiam Ben: 42% first-timer pass rate
Candidates tested: 55
Candidates passed: 23
Contact: 9641 9877 - Lim Boon Seng: 39% first-timer pass rate
Candidates tested: 390
Candidates passed: 151
Contact: 9620 7188 - Ng Lian Huat: 39% first-timer pass rate
Candidates tested: 67
Candidates passed: 26
Contact: 9851 0680
ComfortDelGro Driving Centre
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ComfortDelGro Driving Centre (CDC) is operated by the ComfortDelGro group, so you might just get to know some potential colleagues if you’re looking to moonlight as a taxi driver after obtaining your licence! It’s also where bus and taxi vocational licences are handed out, making it super convenient if you’re considering a career choice as a driver.
Class 3 (manual transmission)
- Syed Ahamad Shah S/O Syed Attar Shah: 79% first-timer pass rate
Candidates tested: 14
Candidates passed: 11
Contact: 9657 8280 - Lim Beng Hwa: 68% first-timer pass rate
Candidates tested: 119
Candidates passed: 81
Contact: 9647 0193 - Tan Bock Sum: 66% first-timer pass rate
Candidates tested: 47
Candidates passed: 31
Contact: 9386 6718
Class 3A (automatic transmission)
- Tan Cheng Kiat: 73% first-timer pass rate
Candidate tested: 83
Candidates passed: 61
Contact: 9652 5555 - Tan Cheow Meng: 70% first-timer pass rate
Candidates tested: 43
Candidates passed: 30
Contact: 9743 1087 - Goh Siew Beng: 64% first-timer pass rate
Candidates tested: 89
Candidates passed: 57
Contact: 9850 0090
Singapore Safety Driving Centre
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Of the 3 driving centres that offer private driving instructors, Singapore Safety Driving Centre (SSDC) is the oldest yet most impressive, with a 3-storey driving circuit not unlike the old Escape Theme Park’s go-kart track. Of course, instead of unleashing your inner speed demon, you’ll need to be cautious and observe traffic rules here!
Class 3 (manual transmission)
- Tan Seng Leong: 45% first-timer pass rate
Candidates tested: 102
Candidates passed: 46
Contact: 9789 2027 - Wong Ngiam Voon: 44% first-timer pass rate
Candidates tested: 55
Candidates passed: 24
Contact: 9691 2808 - Poh Ah Kiong: 39% first-timer pass rate
Candidates tested: 154
Candidates passed: 60
Contact: 9688 1120
Class 3A (automatic transmission)
- Toh Kok Keng: 70% first-timer pass rate
Candidates tested: 63
Candidates passed: 44
Contact: 9662 4938 - Kong Mun Peng Stephen: 67% first-timer pass rate
Candidates tested: 45
Candidates passed: 30
Contact: 9155 5544 - Chua Tiam Hwee: 63% first-timer pass rate
Candidates tested: 38
Candidates passed: 24
Contact: 9652 3770
Best private driving instructors in Singapore
Now that you’re ready to take up your driving lessons with any of the above private driving instructors in Singapore, it won’t be long before you’re zooming around with friends along the streets with your newly acquired skill.
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Cover image adapted from: Private Driving Instructors, TheSmartLocal
Last updated by Celine Wee on 6th January 2026.