Driving Lessons in Berkshire
With 86 driving schools and 184 independent driving instructors, Berkshire provides extensive options for learners across the county. Lessons average £45 per hour, reflecting the region's proximity to London, with 41 schools offering automatic driving lessons and 41 providing intensive courses. Female driving instructors are available at 15 schools, and there are 34 independent female driving instructors. Test centres nearby show strong pass rates, with Farnborough at 59.7% and Reading at 55.4%.
- £45
- average price
- 86
- driving schools
- 184
- independent instructors
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- test centres
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Cheapest manual driving school in Berkshire.
SJ Driving School
Highest-rated manual driving school in Berkshire.
Motoration Driving School
Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in Berkshire.
Motoration Driving School
Top-rated manual driving school with female instructors in Berkshire.
Driving lessons in Berkshire
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Helen's Driving School
Manual
Teaching learner drivers since 2004 with a 5-star rating across 36 reviews, Helen specialises in building confidence for anxious and nervous learners. Lessons are £45/hour in 1, 1.5, or 2-hour sessions, with flexible scheduling including weekends and collection from home, work, or college. Her calm, patient approach and excellent pass rate make her particularly suited to learners who need extra reassurance.
Wokingham Driving School
Manual
Head instructor Keith Gambles passed all three ADI exams first time against a 7% national pass rate, and holds advanced qualifications including RoSPA, DIAMOND Elite Trainer & Examiner, and Fleet Trainer credentials. Two-hour lessons at £58/hour, or £490 for 10 hours (£49/hour) and £940 for 20 hours (£47/hour). Students consistently praise the calm, practical teaching style and comprehensive road education approach that delivers strong first-time pass results.
Pass My Way School of Motoring
Manual
Over 30 years of experience with a strong first-time pass rate, backed by consistently five-star reviews praising instructor Steve's patience and calm teaching style. Standard lessons are 2 hours at £42/hour, with block deals from £38.50/hour (10-hour block at £400) and a beginners' offer of 4 hours for £126. Free theory training, mock tests, and Pass Plus courses are included.
2nd2None Driving School
Manual and automatic
A network of over 40 instructors across the Southwest with lessons starting from £45/hour and intensive courses from £400. Both qualified ADIs and trainee instructors (PDIs) are available at the same price, with the option to request a fully qualified instructor if preferred. Motorway lessons, Pass Plus courses, and test car availability round out their offering across a wide coverage area.
Freemans Driving Academy
Manual
Grade A instructor with over 30 years of driver training experience and a consistently high pass rate. £42/hour or £378 for a 10-hour block (10% discount), plus specialist 2-hour motorway lessons at £90. Blue Light Card holders get their first lesson at half price.
A Plus School of Motoring
Manual and automatic
A husband and wife team with over 30 years' combined experience, boasting an 85% pass rate well above the UK average. Single lessons from £50/hour, or save with a 10-hour block at £480; intensive courses start from £650, and test day car hire is available from £120.
Trinity Driving School
Automatic
Perfect for learners seeking a stress-free automatic driving experience in a modern Mercedes Benz GLA with dual controls. With a 5.0 Google rating across 70 reviews, the instructor is known for patient, structured lessons that build confidence step-by-step—many students pass first time with just 2–4 minors. Flexible scheduling with pick-up and drop-off at your choice of locations, plus block deals available (6-hour and 10-hour packages).
Tudor Automatic Driving School
Automatic
Gelu Tudor brings years of experience and a focus on making learning stress-free and enjoyable, with a track record of high pass rates and students transforming into confident drivers. Automatic lessons available, with flexible weekday scheduling from 7am–5pm.
Josino Driving School
Manual
Instructor with years of experience from a major driving school chain, now offering one-on-one tuition focused on building confidence and safe driving habits. Multiple five-star reviews highlight his patient teaching style and ability to help learners progress rapidly, including one student who went from two years of stalled progress to passing first time. Intensive courses available for motivated learners seeking faster progression.
Jamal Driving School
Manual
A RED Driving School franchised instructor with a track record of first-time passes, including students who passed within weeks of starting lessons. Kareem's teaching focuses on structured, proven methods to get you test-ready quickly, with intensive courses available for those on a tight timeline. Pass Plus courses also available.
A Fox Driving School
Manual
One-to-one instruction with no car sharing, plus block booking discounts on 10-lesson packages. Antoni Fox offers beginner, assessment, refresher, and Pass Plus courses, with theory test help available and flexible times to suit your schedule.
MTL School of Motoring
Manual
MTL School of Motoring prioritises building safe, confident drivers for life rather than just test passes, with a structured four-stage method (Align, Develop, Master, Drive) that adapts to each learner's needs, including specialist support for anxiety and additional learning requirements. Pass Plus certified and a BDI member, they offer flexible scheduling across seven days a week with test day car hire available, plus mock tests and theory support to complement practical lessons.
Riaz School of Motoring
Manual
Established in 1986 with over 25 years' experience, this school boasts a pass rate above the national average and specialises in teaching nervous pupils. Door-to-door pickup from home, work, or college is included, plus Pass Plus courses are available to help reduce insurance costs after passing.
Smart Move Driving School
Manual and automatic
Multiple instructors with consistently strong Google reviews highlighting first-time pass rates and patient teaching. State-of-the-art vehicles with the latest safety features, plus budget-friendly pricing across manual and automatic lessons, block deals, and refresher courses.
Ellis School of Driving
Manual
Run by Grant Ellis, a DBS-checked instructor with a track record of high first-time pass rates and consistently strong student reviews praising his patience and confidence-building approach. Pick-up and drop-off available from home, school, or college, with dual-pedal safety equipment fitted as standard. Contact for current pricing and lesson availability.
2 Lane Driver Training
Manual
Patient instructor with consistently excellent reviews praising his calm teaching style and focus on building safe drivers, not just test passers. Multiple students report passing first time after lessons with Murtaza. Two-hour lessons available with flexible scheduling around work commitments.
United School of Motoring
Manual and automatic
Excellent pass rate with student discounts and block booking deals available. Intensive courses, Pass Plus courses, and lessons in both manual and automatic are on offer, with a flexible schedule from 9am to 5:30pm daily.
In2Gear Driver Training
Manual and automatic
Operating since 2005, In2Gear has built a strong local reputation with Grade 5 and Grade 6 instructors using modern teaching methods. Door-to-door lessons are tailored to your needs, with nervous learners particularly welcome, and Pass Plus courses also available alongside motorway driving and refresher training.
Roux School of Motoring
Manual and automatic
Over a decade of experience delivering affordable manual and automatic lessons with a personalized teaching approach focused on building confidence and safe driving habits. The school caters to beginners and experienced learners alike, offering refresher courses, test preparation, and motorway tuition across the local area.
MZ Driving School
Manual and automatic
Patient instructors who blend expertise with empathy, creating a supportive environment where learners build genuine confidence behind the wheel. Reviews highlight swift test passes and professional instruction focused on addressing individual weaknesses. Limited-time offer available for automatic car lessons.
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How much do driving lessons cost in Berkshire?
Most learners pay £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.
Based on prices from 42 driving schools in Berkshire.
Intensive courses in Berkshire
Want to pass fast?
41 Berkshire schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
Berkshire Test Centres and Pass Rates
Berkshire learners are in a good spot. Even Slough, with the lowest pass rate of the nine centres here at 51%, is just above the 50% average across Great Britain. Farnborough leads at 60%, with Guildford and Basingstoke on 57%. Slough also has the longest typical wait, about 5 months, while High Wycombe, on 52%, has the shortest at about 1½ months. Reading has the best automatic pass rate at 53%, well ahead of the national automatic pass rate of 45%. With every centre above average, there's little reason to travel away from the roads you know.
Farnborough
10,482 tests taken · typical wait 4½ monthsGuildford
4,542 tests taken · typical wait 2 monthsBasingstoke
5,009 tests taken · typical wait 2½ monthsGreenham
3,931 tests taken · typical wait 2 monthsReading
9,237 tests taken · typical wait 1½ monthsChertsey (London)
9,082 tests taken · typical wait 5 monthsUxbridge (London)
6,051 tests taken · typical wait 4 monthsHigh Wycombe
3,534 tests taken · typical wait 1½ monthsSlough (London)
10,509 tests taken · typical wait 5 months| Test Centre | Pass rate | Tests | Typical wait | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | Manual | Automatic | |||
| Farnborough | 59.7% | 62.6% | 52.2% | 10,482 | 4½ months |
| Guildford | 57.1% | 59.9% | 50.8% | 4,542 | 2 months |
| Basingstoke | 56.8% | 59.1% | 52.1% | 5,009 | 2½ months |
| Greenham | 56.5% | 58.1% | 51.9% | 3,931 | 2 months |
| Reading | 55.4% | 57.3% | 52.7% | 9,237 | 1½ months |
| Chertsey (London) | 52.9% | 55.5% | 47.3% | 9,082 | 5 months |
| Uxbridge (London) | 52.3% | 53.4% | 50.3% | 6,051 | 4 months |
| High Wycombe | 51.5% | 53.6% | 47.0% | 3,534 | 1½ months |
| Slough (London) | 50.8% | 53.9% | 46.3% | 10,509 | 5 months |