Driving Lessons in Berkshire
From £34/hr·Average £45/hr
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Driving Schools in Berkshire
88 schools
Roux School of Motoring
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.Over a decade of experience delivering affordable manual and automatic lessons with a personalized teaching approach focused on building confidence and safe...
Ladies First Driving School
The UK's leading ladies-only driving school, offering a comfortable and supportive learning environment exclusively for women. Pay-as-you-go lessons at £60/hour (minimum 2 hours) or structured courses from £120 for a 2-hour trial up to £2,256 for 48 hours, with intensive courses including test booking from £880 for 10 hours.The UK's leading ladies-only driving school, offering a comfortable and supportive learning environment exclusively for women. Pay-as-you-go lessons at £60/hour...
Blue School of Motoring
All lessons are 2 hours long at £44/hour for manual or £47/hour for automatic, with block deals starting at £220 for 5 hours and scaling to £1,680 for 40 hours. Book in advance to unlock a £2 per hour discount on Blue lessons. Instructors are Enhanced DBS checked and trained to support learners with disabilities, offering flexible scheduling around work and school commitments.All lessons are 2 hours long at £44/hour for manual or £47/hour for automatic, with block deals starting at £220 for 5 hours and scaling to £1,680 for 40 hours....
ADR School of Motoring
Grade A instructor with a consistently high pass rate since 1980, known for putting nervous drivers at ease and tailoring lessons to individual needs. £38 per hour or £360 for a 10-hour block, with test car hire available for £90. Bespoke refresher courses also available for lapsed or nervous drivers rebuilding confidence.Grade A instructor with a consistently high pass rate since 1980, known for putting nervous drivers at ease and tailoring lessons to individual needs. £38 per...
Test Valley Driving
Flexible, learner-centred instruction focused on building awareness and anticipation rather than just test technique. £46/hour or £440 for a 10-hour block (delivered as 2-hour slots Monday–Friday), with Pass Plus courses also available at £280 for 6 hours.Flexible, learner-centred instruction focused on building awareness and anticipation rather than just test technique. £46/hour or £440 for a 10-hour block...
Shane's Driving School
15 years' experience teaching learners across a wide spectrum of abilities, with a flexible approach that adapts to different learning styles. Automatic lessons in a fully electric Hyundai Kona at £67 for 1.5 hours or £420 for a 10-hour block, with theory support also available.15 years' experience teaching learners across a wide spectrum of abilities, with a flexible approach that adapts to different learning styles. Automatic lessons...
Pass 1st Time (Or 2nd)
Ian Clark holds a Fleet Assessment Licence, HGV Class 2 Licence, and ADR Licence for carrying dangerous goods, bringing diverse professional driving experience to his instruction. Lessons cost £34 per hour with 2-hour sessions (10-12 lessons total), or £288 for the complete intensive course. A student review highlights his ability to build confidence quickly, with one learner progressing from 2nd gear to main roads in just 2 hours after struggling with a previous instructor.Ian Clark holds a Fleet Assessment Licence, HGV Class 2 Licence, and ADR Licence for carrying dangerous goods, bringing diverse professional driving experience...
Henley Driving School
Instructors with over three and a half years' experience as RED Driving Instructors, focusing on defensive driving techniques and hazard perception rather than just test preparation. £65/hour for standard lessons on weekdays, with Saturday and Sunday rates at £95/hour; intensive courses and Pass Plus training also available. Reviews highlight the transformation from nervous to confident drivers, with one student noting the instructor's ability to build confidence naturally.Instructors with over three and a half years' experience as RED Driving Instructors, focusing on defensive driving techniques and hazard perception rather than...
Drivability School of Motoring
Flexible pricing from £40/hour pay-as-you-go, with semi-intensive (2-4 weeks, 30 hours) and intensive (1-2 weeks, 30 hours) course options available. Block booking discounts apply to refresher courses, and Pass Plus advanced training is also on offer for licence holders.Flexible pricing from £40/hour pay-as-you-go, with semi-intensive (2-4 weeks, 30 hours) and intensive (1-2 weeks, 30 hours) course options available. Block...
Basingstoke Driving School
Operating for 21 years with a single dedicated instructor throughout your training and a money-back guarantee if unsatisfied. £48/hour or £470 for 10 hours, with comprehensive packages starting at £636 including test fees. Modern Nissan Micra with safety features like emergency braking and lane departure warning, plus Pass Plus courses available.Operating for 21 years with a single dedicated instructor throughout your training and a money-back guarantee if unsatisfied. £48/hour or £470 for 10 hours,...
LSM Reading
Established local driving school with high pass rates and instructors graded highly by the Driving Standards Agency. Intensive courses range from 2 days to a couple of weeks, with an initial assessment lesson recommended to match you with the right instructor and teaching style. Flexible lessons available mornings, evenings, and Saturdays, plus Pass Plus and motorway courses to build confidence after passing.Established local driving school with high pass rates and instructors graded highly by the Driving Standards Agency. Intensive courses range from 2 days to a...
Pass My Way School of Motoring
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.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...
Trinity Driving School
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).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...
HSM Reading Driving School
£40/hour for manual or £42/hour for automatic, with block deals from £380 for 10 hours. The standout feature is a former driving examiner with 14 years of experience who offers specialist lessons on test technique, common mistakes, and mock tests with authentic exam conditions. Rated 4.9 stars across Google, Yell, and Facebook, with block booking discounts and lessons available in Bengali and Romanian.£40/hour for manual or £42/hour for automatic, with block deals from £380 for 10 hours. The standout feature is a former driving examiner with 14 years of...
JCM Driving School
Award-winning school with all instructors achieving the highest Grade A status and a rare 51/51 Standards Check score. 92% first-time pass rate backed by 300+ five-star reviews, with 50% of business coming from student referrals. Intensive courses, Pass Plus training, and refresher lessons available alongside standard tuition.Award-winning school with all instructors achieving the highest Grade A status and a rare 51/51 Standards Check score. 92% first-time pass rate backed by 300+...
A Plus School of Motoring
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.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...
MZ Driving School
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.Patient instructors who blend expertise with empathy, creating a supportive environment where learners build genuine confidence behind the wheel. Reviews...
Paul's Automatic Driving School
Specialising in automatic driving lessons since 2010, Paul offers flexible pay-as-you-go or block booking options at £50/hour, with a 10-hour block at £480 representing the best value. Test day car hire is available for £100 (tests after 10am), and refresher lessons at £60/hour cater to drivers switching from manual or rebuilding confidence after a break.Specialising in automatic driving lessons since 2010, Paul offers flexible pay-as-you-go or block booking options at £50/hour, with a 10-hour block at £480...
Salim's Driving School
Structured syllabus approach with an average of just 30 hours to test, compared to the national average of 47 hours. Former IT professional with 30 years in the industry, now delivering manual lessons with a methodical progression through car control, road skills, and traffic awareness. Intensive courses available for learners wanting to complete training in 1-8 weeks.Structured syllabus approach with an average of just 30 hours to test, compared to the national average of 47 hours. Former IT professional with 30 years in the...
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Berkshire Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 9 nearby test centres
57,575 tests were taken across nine centres from 2024 to 2025, with Farnborough and Basingstoke both achieving excellent 58.3% and 56.9% pass rates respectively. The mix ranges from Slough's challenging urban environment near Heathrow to the more manageable country roads around Basingstoke and the straightforward A-roads near Farnborough. Automatic drivers performed best at Farnborough (52.9%) and struggled most at Slough (40.2%). Men generally outperformed women, with the largest gap at Farnborough where men achieved 60.8% versus women's 55.6%.
Farnborough
8,041 tests takenBasingstoke
4,940 tests takenGreenham
3,566 tests takenGuildford
5,032 tests takenHigh Wycombe
3,891 tests takenChertsey (London)
8,669 tests takenReading
6,877 tests takenUxbridge (London)
7,378 tests takenSlough (London)
9,181 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farnborough | 55.6% | 60.8% | 52.9% | 58.3% | 8,041 |
| Basingstoke | 54.8% | 58.5% | 52.0% | 56.9% | 4,940 |
| Greenham | 51.4% | 52.7% | 47.2% | 52.1% | 3,566 |
| Guildford | 50.8% | 52.6% | 45.3% | 51.8% | 5,032 |
| High Wycombe | 47.8% | 53.9% | 46.2% | 51.0% | 3,891 |
| Chertsey (London) | 50.4% | 50.2% | 44.7% | 50.3% | 8,669 |
| Reading | 48.6% | 51.0% | 46.2% | 49.8% | 6,877 |
| Uxbridge (London) | 49.1% | 49.8% | 48.0% | 49.6% | 7,378 |
| Slough (London) | 41.5% | 49.1% | 40.2% | 45.6% | 9,181 |