"People want instant stars and instant results and there is a massive expectation on him. This is only Danny's fourth start in Test rugby.
"He made two breaks against Australia and also some mistakes but 40-cap players also make errors. It's about getting consistency, cutting down those mistakes and making the most of the opportunities he gives us."
Cipriani has been putting in extra kicking practice with Dave Alred, the man who turned Jonny Wilkinson into a world beater.
Johnson said he had no problem with Cipriani using extra coaching help as he was also working with Jon Callard, the RFU's official kicking guru.
