Driving Lessons in Devon
From £30/hr·Average £44/hr
Devon's Top Picks
Driving Schools in Devon
68 schools
Easy Pass Driving
AA-rated instructor offering flexible lesson packages from £50/hour up to intensive 30-hour courses completed over 5 consecutive days at £1250. Block deals provide strong value, with 10 hours at £440, 20 hours at £860, and 40 hours at £1600, all customisable to fit around your schedule with lessons ranging from 2 to 6 hours per day.AA-rated instructor offering flexible lesson packages from £50/hour up to intensive 30-hour courses completed over 5 consecutive days at £1250. Block deals...
17 Plus School of Motoring
Over 65% first-time pass rate across more than 3,000 students since 1999, with 9 qualified instructors and structured lessons that balance progress with enjoyment. Student pricing at £46/hour or £450 for a 10-hour block, plus Pass Plus courses at £300 for 6 hours. Mock practical tests with another instructor and motorway lessons help ensure you're fully prepared for test day.Over 65% first-time pass rate across more than 3,000 students since 1999, with 9 qualified instructors and structured lessons that balance progress with...
Let's Pass Driving School
Grade A instructor offering calm, one-to-one tuition for nervous drivers and learners of all abilities. At £43/hour or £430 for a 10-hour block, lessons include theory and hazard perception prep, plus Pass Plus courses for newly qualified drivers.Grade A instructor offering calm, one-to-one tuition for nervous drivers and learners of all abilities. At £43/hour or £430 for a 10-hour block, lessons include...
Easy Drive Automatic Tuition
Gold Award winner in the Southwest (2024) and ranked in the top 100 driving schools in England. Instructor Paul Kellow was highly commended in 2021 and specialises in nervous learners, offering a patient, relaxed approach with one-to-one tuition. Lessons at £50/hour or £480 for a 10-hour block, with mock tests and theory advice included.Gold Award winner in the Southwest (2024) and ranked in the top 100 driving schools in England. Instructor Paul Kellow was highly commended in 2021 and...
Alan Beckett Driving Tuition
Patient instructor with a track record of helping nervous and anxious learners build confidence, including those returning after failed attempts or years away from driving. £48/hour or £460 for a 10-hour block, plus motorway lessons at £115. Structured lessons with detailed progress notes prepared in advance, theory test support, and practical test preparation included.Patient instructor with a track record of helping nervous and anxious learners build confidence, including those returning after failed attempts or years away...
Kingsley's School of Motoring
Start with a no-obligation 1.5-hour assessment lesson to find an instructor suited to your needs. Automatic lessons from £39/hour, or grab a starter deal: first 5 hours for £190 (Torbay/Teignbridge) or £195 (Exeter), both including assessment. Block bookings and intensive courses also available.Start with a no-obligation 1.5-hour assessment lesson to find an instructor suited to your needs. Automatic lessons from £39/hour, or grab a starter deal: first...
Vaughan's School of Motoring
Jon brings 20 years of driving experience and several advanced driving qualifications to every lesson, teaching in a calm and patient style focused on building safe, responsible drivers rather than just test passes. Lessons are £45/hour or £430 for a 10-hour block, with flexible scheduling to fit around work and study. Free unlimited access to Theory Test Pro is included, and you'll learn in a comfortable Ford Fiesta ST Line with dual controls.Jon brings 20 years of driving experience and several advanced driving qualifications to every lesson, teaching in a calm and patient style focused on building...
Colin Friend Driving School
Automatic driving lessons in a dual-control vehicle with flexible scheduling to suit your pace. £40/hour, £60 for 90 minutes, or £380 for a 10-hour block; semi-intensive courses at £1,250 for 30 hours include test day preparation. Welcoming to nervous beginners and experienced learners alike.Automatic driving lessons in a dual-control vehicle with flexible scheduling to suit your pace. £40/hour, £60 for 90 minutes, or £380 for a 10-hour block;...
Drive with Jenna Spicer
10 years in the driving industry with a teaching philosophy focused on safe decision-making and building confidence at your own pace, not rushing through tests. £47/hour, £70 for 1.5 hours, or £94 for 2 hours; block deals available at £680 for 10 x 1.5-hour lessons or £900 for 10 x 2-hour lessons. Multiple five-star reviews highlight her calm approach and ability to help nervous learners develop independent, safe driving skills.10 years in the driving industry with a teaching philosophy focused on safe decision-making and building confidence at your own pace, not rushing through tests....
Top Gear Driving Academy
Specialist support for neurodivergent and nervous learners, with one instructor offering dedicated tuition in an electric automatic car and a strong track record adapting lessons for SEN pupils. Grade A and RoSPA Gold qualified instructors across the team deliver lessons from £42/hour, with 10-hour blocks at £420 (Torbay and Newton Abbot) or £500 (Exeter). Learner progression cards track your development throughout your course.Specialist support for neurodivergent and nervous learners, with one instructor offering dedicated tuition in an electric automatic car and a strong track...
Bay School of Motoring
Block of 10 lessons at £38 per hour, or £40 per hour for single bookings. Door-to-door service across Torbay and South Hams with instructors who know all local test routes, aiming to help students pass first time. Pass Plus courses also available for new drivers seeking insurance discounts.Block of 10 lessons at £38 per hour, or £40 per hour for single bookings. Door-to-door service across Torbay and South Hams with instructors who know all local...
Pass n Drive
Intensive courses with a pass rate almost double the national average, delivered by full-time specialist instructors. £40/hour for standard lessons or £370 for 10 hours; intensive courses from £425 (10 hours including test fee) to £1,545 (40 hours including test fee). Free theory training and test booking support included.Intensive courses with a pass rate almost double the national average, delivered by full-time specialist instructors. £40/hour for standard lessons or £370 for...
1st Miles with Giles
Qualified since 2004 with ROSPA gold advanced driver status, Giles delivers relaxed one-to-one tuition tailored to each learner's needs. Hourly lessons from £42, or save with a 10-hour block at £400; 2-hour sessions are recommended as the most productive format. Pass Plus courses also available at £340.Qualified since 2004 with ROSPA gold advanced driver status, Giles delivers relaxed one-to-one tuition tailored to each learner's needs. Hourly lessons from...
Highway Driver Training
20 years' experience with one of the highest first-time pass rates in the Southwest. £35/hour for standard lessons or £50 for 1.5-hour sessions; a 6-hour block (four 1.5-hour lessons) costs £180. One-to-one tuition with flexible pick-up and drop-off, plus motorway lessons, mock tests, and Pass Plus courses also available.20 years' experience with one of the highest first-time pass rates in the Southwest. £35/hour for standard lessons or £50 for 1.5-hour sessions; a 6-hour block...
Stu Ward Driver Training
Husband and wife team, both Gold grade instructors and RoSPA members dedicated to first-time passes. £40/hour or £390.90 for a 10-lesson block, with Pass Plus courses at £255 and motorway lessons available. Patient, structured teaching in a calm environment suited to all ages and learning speeds.Husband and wife team, both Gold grade instructors and RoSPA members dedicated to first-time passes. £40/hour or £390.90 for a 10-lesson block, with Pass Plus...
iLEARN School of Motoring
Grade A instructors with 52 excellent reviews, including multiple first-time passes and learners who've built confidence from scratch. £41–£42 per hour with block deals from £210 for 5 hours up to £410 for 10 hours, plus pay-as-you-go options at £63 for 1.5 hours. Standout for their personalised approach: one instructor donated free lessons to a learner rebuilding confidence after trauma, and another got a nervous late-starter through their test with flying colours.Grade A instructors with 52 excellent reviews, including multiple first-time passes and learners who've built confidence from scratch. £41–£42 per hour with...
Belt Up Driving School
Award-winning school recognised as one of Plymouth's top 3 driving schools, led by Grade A instructor Angie Presland who holds City & Guilds Level 3 in Education and Training. Seven instructors on staff including newly qualified Dave West, plus Becky offering automatic lessons. Lessons from £46/hour with block deals starting at £360 for 5 x 2-hour sessions, test car hire at £100 (£110 weekends), and free unlimited Theory Test Pro access until you pass.Award-winning school recognised as one of Plymouth's top 3 driving schools, led by Grade A instructor Angie Presland who holds City & Guilds Level 3 in...
Tarka Driver Training
Focused on first-time passes with motorway training and Pass Plus courses available. £45/hour or £420 for a 10-hour block, with motorway lessons also at £45/hour (minimum 3 hours).Focused on first-time passes with motorway training and Pass Plus courses available. £45/hour or £420 for a 10-hour block, with motorway lessons also at...
Com'Pass Driving School
Family-run school with over 35 years' experience and one of Plymouth's largest independent operations. £45/hour for manual lessons, or £420 for a 10-hour block at £42/hour; Pass Plus courses available at £300 (or £280 in your own car). Currently at capacity for intensive courses but standard lessons, advanced driving, and test preparation are available.Family-run school with over 35 years' experience and one of Plymouth's largest independent operations. £45/hour for manual lessons, or £420 for a 10-hour block...
The Driving School South West
£44 per hour or block deals from £126 for 3 hours, with intensive courses and Pass Plus training also available. Flexible options across both manual and automatic lessons mean you can choose the pace and transmission type that suits your learning style.£44 per hour or block deals from £126 for 3 hours, with intensive courses and Pass Plus training also available. Flexible options across both manual and...
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Devon Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 3 nearby test centres
Women had pass rates of 48.7% at both Newton Abbot and Exeter, while men achieved 55.1% and 47.3% respectively across Devon's 4 centres. Newton Abbot offers the best chance at 61.9% pass rate with manageable country roads and less aggressive traffic, whereas Plymouth is much harder at 40.8% due to naval dockyard traffic, steep hills, and complex one-way systems through the city centre. 38,109 tests were taken here between 2024 and 2025, with automatic pass rates ranging from 32.4% in Plymouth to 46.9% in Newton Abbot.
Newton Abbot
6,263 tests takenExeter
8,714 tests takenPlymouth
9,867 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Abbot | 48.7% | 55.1% | 46.9% | 51.9% | 6,263 |
| Exeter | 48.7% | 47.3% | 42.4% | 47.9% | 8,714 |
| Plymouth | 41.6% | 40.0% | 32.4% | 40.8% | 9,867 |