Driving Lessons in Cambridge
With 27 driving schools and 40 independent driving instructors serving the area, Cambridge offers strong choice for learners. Schools here achieve a 5-star average rating, and you'll find automatic driving lessons available at 15 schools, with female driving instructors offered by 12 schools. There are also 9 independent female driving instructors working locally. Hourly prices range from £39 to £78, averaging £43, and the Cambridge (Brookmount Court) test centre reported a 50.5% pass rate in the latest DVSA figures.
From £39/hr·Average £43/hr
Cambridge's Top Picks
Driving Schools in Cambridge
27 schools
Lighthouse Driving Academy
Multiple first-time passes and consistently high praise for patience and clear instruction, particularly with nervous learners. Mark's step-by-step teaching approach and structured support have earned five-star reviews across the board. Manual lessons available Monday to Friday with local expertise covering Cambridge city centre and surrounding villages.Multiple first-time passes and consistently high praise for patience and clear instruction, particularly with nervous learners. Mark's step-by-step teaching...
Platon Driving School
Specializing in manual transmission with over 5 years' experience, Marius Platon focuses on building confidence through clear explanations and a calm, patient approach. Students consistently praise his ability to simplify complex driving concepts, with one recent learner noting how his guidance helped her feel thoroughly prepared for her test. Flexible scheduling available to fit around your commitments.Specializing in manual transmission with over 5 years' experience, Marius Platon focuses on building confidence through clear explanations and a calm, patient...
MasterDrive Academy
MasterDrive Academy specialises in manual driving lessons across Cambridge's challenging roads, with instructors trained on local test routes including Chesterton Road, Milton Road, and Newmarket Road. Multiple five-star reviews highlight first-time passes and patient instruction, with flexible evening and weekend availability plus student discounts and block booking deals. Intensive courses, Pass Plus, and motorway training are also available.MasterDrive Academy specialises in manual driving lessons across Cambridge's challenging roads, with instructors trained on local test routes including...
MK Driving
Manual lessons at £78/hour and automatic lessons at £80/hour, with motorway tuition available at £90/hour—all plus £2 for unsocial hours. Instructor Mate Kulcsar produces high-quality demonstration videos covering over 100 topics, giving learners structured practice material to reduce lesson time and build confidence between sessions. A one-off £20 admin fee applies to registration and bookings.Manual lessons at £78/hour and automatic lessons at £80/hour, with motorway tuition available at £90/hour—all plus £2 for unsocial hours. Instructor Mate...
SM Motoring School
Patient instructor known for building confidence in nervous learners, with recent reviews praising calm, supportive teaching that delivers first-time passes. £42/hour for standard lessons or £410 for a 10-hour block, with semi-intensive and refresher options also available.Patient instructor known for building confidence in nervous learners, with recent reviews praising calm, supportive teaching that delivers first-time passes....
CALM Driving Academy
Founded by JJ, an instructor with years of experience at two respected local schools, CALM Driving Academy is built on a patient, stress-free teaching style that helps nervous and beginner drivers build genuine confidence. Two-hour lessons cost £80–£84 depending on transmission and day, with 10-hour packages at £380 (manual) or £400 (automatic), plus intensive courses at £740 for test preparation. Motorway lessons and flexible pick-up/drop-off are also available.Founded by JJ, an instructor with years of experience at two respected local schools, CALM Driving Academy is built on a patient, stress-free teaching style...
Cambridge Driving School
Manual and automatic lessons from £40/hour, with 10-hour block deals at £395 (manual) or £400 (automatic) for weekday learners. Test car hire available for £140, and flexible scheduling accommodates complete novices through refresher drivers seeking confidence-building lessons.Manual and automatic lessons from £40/hour, with 10-hour block deals at £395 (manual) or £400 (automatic) for weekday learners. Test car hire available for...
Block Booking Deals in Cambridge
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Cambridge Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 1 nearby test centre
Cambridge Brookmount Court handled all 13,610 tests in this area, achieving a 50.5% pass rate that's close to the national average. Men outperformed women here at 53% versus 47.8%. The city's cycling infrastructure and narrow medieval streets create unique challenges, with complex mini-roundabouts and busy areas around the university requiring careful observation. Automatic drivers saw a 42.6% pass rate, reflecting the stop-start nature of Cambridge traffic.
Cambridge (Brookmount Court)
13,610 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge (Brookmount Court) | 47.8% | 53.0% | 42.6% | 50.5% | 13,610 |