Driving Lessons in Exeter

Over 20,000 hours taught with an excellent pass rate, this multi-instructor school combines experience with a calm, client-centred approach. Intensive courses range from £485 for a 10-hour refresher to £2,200 for a 40-hour beginner package, all tailored to individual needs and completed within 1-2 weeks. Collection and drop-off at convenient locations included.

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.

£77.50 for a 1.5-hour lesson, or £450 for a 9-hour block booking. Both male and female instructors available for provisional and full licence holders, with Pass Plus courses also on offer.

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.

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.

A team of eight instructors across Exeter, Sidmouth, Torbay, Honiton, and Brixham, with standout credentials including a former 30-year Army Bandmaster (trained in teaching anxious drivers), an ex-Detective with 14 years' police experience, and multiple instructors holding advanced driving diplomas and RoSPA Gold certifications. Supplementary video courses (£4–£10) cover local test routes, roundabouts, and manoeuvres, with an 8-lesson bundle available for £23.

Operating since 1998, You Can Drive combines Grade A instructors with a stress-free approach that prioritises long-term driving confidence over test-day passes alone. New drivers get their first 2 hours for just £85, with discounts on block bookings, free theory test support, and flexible pick-up and drop-off across the area. One-to-one tuition tailored to your pace, plus choice of lesson lengths from 2 to 4 hours or intensive courses.

Over 100 five-star Google reviews highlight instructors who are patient, supportive, and skilled at building confidence. King Driver Training offers semi-intensive courses alongside regular lessons, with Pass Plus courses also available, creating flexibility for learners at any pace.

Patient, one-to-one instruction tailored to anxious or nervous learners, with a focus on building confidence and understanding safe driving principles rather than just passing the test. Neil uses an online app to track your progress, lesson notes, and theory resources between lessons. Manual lessons only, with flexible pacing that respects your individual learning speed.

A patient, friendly instructor focused on building independent drivers with competitive pricing and high pass rates. Theory support is included to help you succeed both in lessons and on test day.

Rob Stanley brings 20 years of driving experience and a calm, patient teaching style focused on building confidence at your own pace. Mock tests and theory support are included as part of lessons, with free access to the Total Drive app to track progress and payments.