Driving Lessons in Devon
From £30/hr·Average £44/hr
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Driving Schools in Devon
68 schools
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...
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...
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...
Cowley's School of Motoring
Regional Driving School of the Year winner, recognised at the national driving instructor awards for delivering excellence to the local community. Patient instructors use modern teaching techniques and local knowledge to guide you through test routes and build confidence, with one learner recently passing first time with only 5 minors. High pass rates, flexible lesson options, and test booking managed for you.Regional Driving School of the Year winner, recognised at the national driving instructor awards for delivering excellence to the local community. Patient...
Best Driver Training
Family-run school with over 30 years' experience and a track record of teaching 10,000+ students, known for supporting nervous drivers and building confidence from the first lesson. Intensive training packages start from £55 per hour, with standard hourly rates from £45 and block discounts available. Off-road practice area at HQ, door-to-door service in the Barnstaple area, and specialist support for learners with physical and mental health needs.Family-run school with over 30 years' experience and a track record of teaching 10,000+ students, known for supporting nervous drivers and building confidence...
Andy Robinson Driving School
Ex-Royal Navy instructor with 5+ years' experience and 200+ students taught, offering 2-hour lessons at £92 or flexible packages from £450 for 10 hours. Intensive courses (30 hours, £1,470) include theory test support and mock sessions, with a track record of high first-time pass rates across the South West.Ex-Royal Navy instructor with 5+ years' experience and 200+ students taught, offering 2-hour lessons at £92 or flexible packages from £450 for 10 hours....
First Drive South West
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.A team of eight instructors across Exeter, Sidmouth, Torbay, Honiton, and Brixham, with standout credentials including a former 30-year Army Bandmaster (trained...
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...
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...
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...
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...
ICE Driving School
Operating since 1998 with over 25 years of experience, ICE focuses on structured, quality training rather than cheap lessons. Single lessons from £45, with block bookings and intensive courses available, plus mock tests to prepare you thoroughly for test day. Their instructors hold OrDIT (the highest instructor training qualification) and specialise in building safe drivers for life, not just passing tests quickly.Operating since 1998 with over 25 years of experience, ICE focuses on structured, quality training rather than cheap lessons. Single lessons from £45, with...
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...
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...
Fiona's Driving School
Pass rates significantly above the national average with a coaching-focused approach that helps learners think independently and progress faster. 14 years' experience teaching automatic lessons using structured, flexible tuition tailored to individual needs. 1.5-hour and 2-hour lessons available, plus 10-hour block bookings.Pass rates significantly above the national average with a coaching-focused approach that helps learners think independently and progress faster. 14 years'...
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...
South Devon Intensives
The only local driving school specialising solely in intensive courses, with flexible 2-6 day options tailored to your experience level. Automatic intensive courses start from £660 and manual from £760, with 6-hour days that don't need to be consecutive. All students get free access to the DrivePro app to track progress throughout their course.The only local driving school specialising solely in intensive courses, with flexible 2-6 day options tailored to your experience level. Automatic intensive...
Devon Automatic
Specialises in intensive automatic driving courses across Exeter and Newton Abbot, with flexible options ranging from 10 to 50 hours. A 40-hour course costs £1,700, or choose shorter blocks like 10 hours for £440; double lessons are available at £100. Home pick-up and drop-off included on most courses, plus open 7 days a week to fit around busy schedules.Specialises in intensive automatic driving courses across Exeter and Newton Abbot, with flexible options ranging from 10 to 50 hours. A 40-hour course costs...
Williams Driving School
£45 per hour with a starter deal of 6 hours for £240, or 10-hour blocks at £420. Owner Dave Williams has nearly 20 years' experience and achieved 248 successful test passes in 2019 alone, with all 86 Google reviews and 68 Facebook reviews rating 5 stars. Lessons are a minimum of 90 minutes or 2 hours, using client-centred learning that builds confidence through structured objectives rather than aimless driving.£45 per hour with a starter deal of 6 hours for £240, or 10-hour blocks at £420. Owner Dave Williams has nearly 20 years' experience and achieved 248 successful...
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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 |