Driving Lessons in Derby

Derby stands out for exceptional value, with 28 driving schools offering lessons from as low as £25 per hour (averaging £36) while maintaining an excellent 4.9-star rating. The city provides comprehensive choice with 14 schools offering automatic driving lessons, 9 with female driving instructors, and 15 specializing in intensive courses, plus 40 independent driving instructors including 6 female driving instructors. Burton on Trent test centre leads locally with 54.1% pass rates.

From £25/hr·Average £36/hr

Derby's Top Picks

Best Value

Let's Drive Derby

Cheapest manual driving school in Derby.

5.0(155 reviews)
£25/hr
Top Rated
Female Instructors

A1 Driving Academy

The highest-rated manual driving school in Derby, and the top-rated with female instructors.

4.8(653 reviews)
£35/hr
Best Automatic

A1 Driving Academy

Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in Derby.

4.8(653 reviews)
£35/hr

Driving Schools in Derby

28 schools

Let's Drive Derby

Let's Drive Derby

From £25/hr
5.0(155)

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...

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsEvenings & Weekends
251 Stenson Rd, Sunny Hill, Derby DE23 1JN
Kwik Learners

Kwik Learners

From £35/hr·10hrs for £330Save 6%
5.0(84)

Learn in a modern hybrid car with patient, experienced instructors offering flexible scheduling around your lifestyle. £35/hour for manual lessons or £40/hour...

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsEvenings & Weekends
55 Ingleby Ave, Sunny Hill, Derby DE23 8DL
A1 Driving Academy

A1 Driving Academy

From £35/hr·Block bookings available
4.8(653)

Established in 2005, A1 Driving Academy has built a reputation for responsible instruction across the East and West Midlands. Lessons start from £35 per hour...

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsEvenings & Weekends
36 Joseph St, Normanton, Derby DE23 8QH
MLH Driving School

MLH Driving School

From £33/hr·10hrs for £310Save 6%
5.0(171)

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...

ManualIntensive
7 Moorway Ln, Littleover, Derby DE23 2FR
Mughal Driving School

Mughal Driving School

From £35/hr·5hrs for £170Save 3%
4.8(186)

Known for rebuilding confidence in nervous and returning drivers, with testimonials from learners who regained their nerve after accidents. £35/hour for manual...

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
22 Cotton Brook Rd, Pear Tree, Derby DE23 8YL
Crash Course Driving School Derby

Crash Course Driving School Derby

5hrs for £265
3.4(5)

Specialising in intensive driving courses that get learners test-ready in as little as one week, with test booking included in every package. Courses range from...

ManualAutomaticIntensiveEvenings & Weekends
23 Mostyn Ave, Littleover, Derby DE23 6HX
Sunnyhill Driving School

Sunnyhill Driving School

5.0(45)

A fun and friendly Derby-based school offering learner lessons and Pass Plus courses to boost confidence and reduce insurance premiums. No pricing or specific...

Manual
Sunny Hill, Derby DE23
Driving L Experts

Driving L Experts

5.0(92)
Manual
Farmhouse Rd, Derby DE24 3DB

Block Booking Deals in Derby

11 schools offer block deals — book in bulk and save.

Best deal — save 12%

Normanton Driving School

10hrs for £349.99

£35.00/hr

Save 10%

AJS Driving School

20hrs for £720

£36.00/hr

Save 6%

MLH Driving School

10hrs for £310

£31.00/hr

Save 6%

Kwik Learners

10hrs for £330

£33.00/hr

Save 5%

Derby Driving Academy

10hrs for £350

£35.00/hr

Save 3%

Mughal Driving School

5hrs for £170

£34.00/hr

Intensive Courses in Derby

Pass in 1–2 weeks

From£25/hr
15 schools4.8best rated

Derby Test Centres and Pass Rates

Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 4 nearby test centres

Derby's 3 test centres processed 16,578 tests between 2024 and 2025, with Burton on Trent offering the highest pass rate at 54.1%. The Derby area roads include challenging elements like the busy ring road system, residential areas with speed bumps, and tricky parking manoeuvres in older parts of town. Men achieved slightly higher pass rates across all centres, with 55.7% at Burton compared to 51.9% for women. Automatic learners had success rates of 46.5% at Derby Alvaston and 44.8% at Burton on Trent.

54%

Burton on Trent

6,682 tests taken
Women51.9%
Men55.7%
Automatic44.8%
51%

Derby (Alvaston)

9,260 tests taken
Women49.6%
Men52.7%
Automatic46.5%
50%

Watnall

636 tests taken
Women49.8%
Men49.3%
Automatic40.3%
44%

Nottingham (Chilwell)

10,561 tests taken
Women42.9%
Men44.7%
Automatic38.7%

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