Driving Lessons in Derbyshire

Derbyshire's driving lesson options span from £25 to £45 per hour, with 53 driving schools and 160 independent driving instructors serving learners across the region. Schools here maintain an excellent 4.9-star average rating, and there's strong availability of both automatic driving lessons (24 schools) and intensive courses (27 schools). Female driving instructors are available at 15 schools, with a further 33 working independently, giving learners plenty of choice across the county.

£38
average price
53
driving schools
160
independent instructors
7
test centres

Driving lessons in Derbyshire

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Let's Drive Derby

Let's Drive Derby

Manual and automatic

5(155)
From £25/hr

One of the fastest-growing driving schools in the Midlands with 964 graduates and 20 years' experience. Lessons start from just £25/hour, with a practical focus on driving over lengthy explanations. Pass Plus courses available at £500 for a 6-month programme including 35 video classes and weekly mock tests.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale Instructors
251 Stenson Rd, Sunny Hill, Derby DE23 1JNView school
Kwik Learners

Kwik Learners

Manual and automatic

5(84)
From £35/hr10hrs for £330Save £20

Learn in a modern hybrid car with patient, experienced instructors offering flexible scheduling around your lifestyle. £35/hour for manual lessons or £40/hour for automatic, with block deals at £330 for 10 hours (manual) and £380 for 10 hours (automatic). Beginner lessons, refresher courses, test preparation, and eco-friendly driving tips all available.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale Instructors
55 Ingleby Ave, Sunny Hill, Derby DE23 8DLView school
TLZ Driving School

TLZ Driving School

Manual and automatic

5(41)
From £33/hr10hrs for £310Save £20

£33/hour for manual or £35/hour for automatic lessons, with 10-hour blocks from £310. New pupils get 3 hours for £87, and intensive courses start from £560 with a free final exam. Over 15 years' experience offering lessons in a calm, dual-controlled environment tailored to your pace.

Intensive
146 Hurst Dr, Stretton, Burton-on-Trent DE13 0EEView school
Morepass

Morepass

Manual and automatic

5(251)
From £38/hr10hrs for £380

Consistently rated among the top three driving schools in the area with very high pass rates. All block packages are priced at £38 per hour, from 10-hour intensive courses over 2 days through to 40-hour courses over 8 days, with flexible scheduling to suit your experience level. Available 7 days a week with free test booking service and referral discounts.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
21 Bloomfield Cl, Derby DE1 2FYView school
Learn2Drive

Learn2Drive

Manual

5(191)
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

High first-time pass rate with calm, patient instructors offering both beginner and intensive driving courses. £40/hour for standard lessons, or £390 for a 10-hour block booking, with flexible 1.5 and 2-hour options available.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
Swannington St, Burton-on-Trent DE13 0RTView school
MLH Driving School

MLH Driving School

Manual

5(171)
From £33/hr10hrs for £310Save £20

Flexible pricing from £33/hour for single lessons or £310 for a 10-hour package, with a range of intensive courses starting at £400 for refresher training up to £1500 for complete beginner programmes. All intensive courses include one practical test attempt, making them a straightforward option if you want to progress quickly without hidden costs.

Intensive
7 Moorway Ln, Littleover, Derby DE23 2FRView school
Burton Driving School

Burton Driving School

Manual and automatic

5(152)85% pass rate
From £38/hr10hrs for £370Save £10

85% pass rate backed by 150+ five-star Google reviews. £40/hour or £370 for a 10-hour block, with semi-intensive (35 hours, £1320) and one-week intensive courses (35 hours, £1390) both including the £62 test fee. Patient instructors known for helping nervous learners build confidence through supportive, friendly teaching.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
9 Cascade Cl, Burton-on-Trent DE14 1DXView school
Core Driver Training

Core Driver Training

Manual

5(134)
12hrs for £1,050

C1 driver training specialists offering three structured packages: a Full Package at £1,050 (reduced to £1,000) covering theory, hazard perception, 12 hours of practical training, and both test components; a Standard Package at £950 (£900 with discount) for practical training and tests only; and a Retest Package at £350 for those retaking the practical. All packages include test booking and reverse manoeuvre tuition.

Riverside Park, E Service Rd, Derby DE21 7RWView school
AJS Driving School

AJS Driving School

Manual

5(115)
From £38/hr20hrs for £720Save £40

8 years' experience teaching to test standard with a friendly, patient approach. £40/hour for single lessons (South Derby only) or £76 for 2-hour slots; block book 10 hours for £370 or 20 hours for £720 and save up to £4 per hour.

EveningsWeekends
2 Tudor Field Cl, Chellaston, Derby DE73 6WAView school
1st Choice Driving School

1st Choice Driving School

Manual

5(65)
From £35/hr10hrs for £335Save £15

With 15+ years' experience, this school has helped hundreds of learners pass first time. £35/hour for single lessons or £335 for a 10-hour block, plus intensive courses ranging from 15 to 45 hours (£635–£1799) for those wanting accelerated training.

Intensive
252 Goodman St, Burton-on-Trent DE14 2RGView school
Pass With Phil Driving School

Pass With Phil Driving School

Manual

5(50)
From £40/hr10hrs for £375Save £25

£40/hour standard rate with substantial savings on block bookings—10 hours for £375 (£37.50/hour) or 20 hours for £680 (£34/hour). Test day car hire available for £60, plus a £80 pre-test mock assessment with written feedback to prepare you for the real thing. All lessons include free handouts and theory support.

Test car available
0 Macclesfield Old Rd, Buxton SK17 6TZView school
Platinum Driving Academy

Platinum Driving Academy

Manual and automatic

5(46)
From £35/hr

Home to the youngest ADI in the country, Platinum Driving Academy combines fresh expertise with proven results. Lessons start at £35/hour with flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle, and the team specialises in supporting learners with various learning difficulties. Mock tests and car hire for your practical test are available to build confidence before exam day.

Test car available
Platinum Driving Academy, 2 Belvoir St, Derby DE23 6NLView school
Derby Driving Academy

Derby Driving Academy

Manual

5(41)
From £37/hr10hrs for £350Save £20

17 years of teaching experience with a high first-time pass rate and a refreshingly honest approach to instruction. Simon balances fun with focus, creating a relaxed environment where learners feel comfortable but know when it's time to concentrate. £37/hour or £350 for a 10-hour block, with larger packages available at further discount.

Chelwood Rd, Chellaston, Derby DE73 5SJView school
Dave Jowett ADI

Dave Jowett ADI

Automatic

5(34)
From £37.50/hr10hrs for £360Save £15

Automatic driving specialist with cloud-based progress tracking and tailored support for neurodivergent learners and those with additional needs. £44/hour or £360 for a 10-hour block of 2-hour lessons, with a calm, supportive teaching style focused on building real-world driving confidence rather than just test preparation. Deep local knowledge of Ashfield test centre routes and extensive experience with nervous drivers and learners returning after a break.

15 Hardy Cres, Codnor, Ripley DE5 9QHView school
DBSM Driving School

DBSM Driving School

Manual

5(32)
From £40/hr

Ex-BSM instructor with 100+ successful students since 2016, offering structured courses tailored to your experience level and focused on test preparation. All lessons are two hours in a manual car at £80 per session, with free access to Theory Test Pro included for every student. Lessons conducted in English and Polish.

Female Instructors
Speaks Polish
12 Peggs Walk, Sunny Hill, Derby DE23 1RGView school
UDrive with Dinesh

UDrive with Dinesh

Manual

5(31)
From £45/hr10hrs for £430Save £20

Instructor with international driving experience across Europe, USA, and the subcontinent, particularly skilled at retraining international licence holders and eliminating bad habits. £45/hour for standard lessons, or £150 for a 4-hour total beginner package; 10-hour blocks at £430 with test day car hire available at £135. Structured goal-based lessons include visual teaching options and reflective progress logs, plus Pass Plus courses and motorway tuition.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
Fauld House, Tutbury, Burton-on-Trent DE13 9GUView school
Seven Stars Driving School

Seven Stars Driving School

Manual and automatic

5(19)
From £45/hr10hrs for £450

With 30+ years of combined experience, this school focuses on building confident drivers rather than just test passes. Hourly lessons start at £45 for manual and £50 for automatic, with substantial block deals ranging from 10 to 35 hours (£450–£1,700 for manual packages). Refresher courses and flexible scheduling make it accessible whether you're starting from scratch or brushing up skills.

Intensive
130 Petersham Rd, Long Eaton, Nottingham NG10 4DGView school
Derwent Driving School

Derwent Driving School

Manual

5(3)
From £35/hr

Solo instructor with 30 years' teaching experience, known for one-to-one conversational tuition tailored to individual learning styles. Lessons from £35/hour, with deep local knowledge of Derby road conditions and a reputation for friendly, supportive instruction that prioritises safe, competent driving.

6 Mark's Cl, Sunny Hill, Derby DE23 1HBView school
Love 2 Pass Driving School Derby

Love 2 Pass Driving School Derby

Manual

5(3)
From £39/hr

Grade A instructor with 11 years' experience and a high pass rate, offering flexible scheduling Monday to Saturday. Lessons start at £40/hour with a special offer of £50 for a 2-hour beginner package, plus intensive courses at £180 per 5-hour day and test day car use included at £85.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
Southwood St, Alvaston, Derby DE24View school
Normanton Driving School

Normanton Driving School

Manual and automatic

5(3)
From £39.99/hr10hrs for £349.99Save £50

Proudly based in Normanton, this school knows the Derby test routes inside out and specialises in patient, structured lessons tailored to your pace and confidence level. Single lessons cost £39.99/hour, or save with the Beginner Package: 5 two-hour lessons for £349.99 (manual only). Learners regularly achieve first-time passes thanks to proven teaching methods and a calm, supportive environment that helps you build safe habits for life.

EveningsWeekendsFemale Instructors
82 Overdale Rd, Derby DE23 6ATView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in Derbyshire?

Most learners pay £35–£40 an hour. Under £35 is a good deal, over £45 is at the higher end.

Typical
£39
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
Under £35
3
£35–40
16
£40–45
10

Based on prices from 29 driving schools in Derbyshire.

Intensive courses in Derbyshire

Want to pass fast?

27 Derbyshire schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

Derbyshire Test Centres and Pass Rates

Most of Derbyshire's seven centres hold up well. Ashfield has the highest pass rate at 57%, comfortably above the national pass rate of 50%, and leads for automatic tests too with 50%. Burton on Trent (55%) and Lichfield (53%) are also above average, though Lichfield has the longest wait at about 4 months, while Nottingham Chilwell has the shortest at about a month. Loughborough is the weak spot: its 42% puts it among the lowest tenth of centres in Britain, and Nottingham Colwick, at 46%, is a little under average.

57%

Ashfield

8,144 tests taken · typical wait 3½ months
Manual pass rate59.8%
Automatic pass rate49.6%
55%

Burton on Trent

7,273 tests taken · typical wait 3 months
Manual pass rate58.0%
Automatic pass rate43.9%
53%

Lichfield

5,944 tests taken · typical wait 4 months
Manual pass rate54.5%
Automatic pass rate46.0%
52%

Derby (Alvaston)

8,086 tests taken · typical wait 3 months
Manual pass rate54.5%
Automatic pass rate46.3%
50%

Nottingham (Chilwell)

9,415 tests taken · typical wait 1 month
Manual pass rate52.2%
Automatic pass rate43.4%
46%

Nottingham (Colwick)

15,150 tests taken · typical wait 3 months
Manual pass rate48.6%
Automatic pass rate42.4%
42%

Loughborough

5,502 tests taken · typical wait 2½ months
Manual pass rate44.6%
Automatic pass rate33.2%

Areas in Derbyshire