Alpha Driving School
7 Briarsyde, Benton, Newcastle upon Tyne NE12 9SL4.36 Google ratings
ManualAutomaticIntensive coursesEveningsWeekendsFemale instructorsBlock deals
Alpha Driving School boasts excellent first-time pass rates with 5-star reviews across 121 learners, including students passing in as little as 9 lessons. Manual lessons start at £37/hour or £360 for a 10-hour block; automatic lessons at £39/hour or £380 for 10 hours, with intensive courses available from £45/hour and flexible 1, 1.5, or 2-hour slots to suit your schedule.
Pricing
Listed rates for Alpha Driving School. Confirm the latest pricing with the school directly.
Single lesson
£37
per hour
2-hour lesson
£60
per 2-hour session
Best value
10-hour block
£360
save £10 vs single lessons
Test centres near Alpha Driving School
The 3 test centres closest to Alpha Driving School. Pass rates are DVSA data (2024 to 2025) for each centre, not this school's own pass rate.
48%
Gosforth
10,531 tests taken · 16 week waitWomen46.7%
Men49.8%
Automatic44.3%
38%
Gateshead
9,512 tests taken · 7 week waitWomen37.9%
Men37.2%
Automatic32.7%
51%
Blyth
6,973 tests taken · 14 week waitWomen52.4%
Men49.7%
Automatic39.4%
| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests | Wait |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gosforth | 46.7% | 49.8% | 44.3% | 48.4% | 10,531 | 16 weeks |
| Gateshead | 37.9% | 37.2% | 32.7% | 37.5% | 9,512 | 7 weeks |
| Blyth | 52.4% | 49.7% | 39.4% | 50.9% | 6,973 | 14 weeks |
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