Driving Lessons in Dorset
From £34/hr·Average £41/hr·Automatic from £43/hr
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Driving Schools in Dorset
53 schools
Elegent Driving Academy
International driving experience across Australia, The Netherlands, Nigeria and France sets this instructor apart, with particular strength in helping immigrants adapt to UK roads. £40/hour for standard daytime lessons, £45/hour evenings and weekends, or book 10 sessions (20 hours) and get 1 hour free. Testimonials highlight a patient, methodical teaching style that builds confidence, with students praising zero-fault passes and rapid progression.International driving experience across Australia, The Netherlands, Nigeria and France sets this instructor apart, with particular strength in helping...
Raj Driving School
Raj Driving School offers flexible lesson formats starting from £40/hour for standard lessons, with 1.5-hour confidence-building sessions at £60 and 2-hour advanced lessons at £80. Instructor Raj brings a calm, patient approach to personalized tuition, tailoring each lesson to your individual pace and learning style. Intensive courses available for those needing to progress quickly.Raj Driving School offers flexible lesson formats starting from £40/hour for standard lessons, with 1.5-hour confidence-building sessions at £60 and 2-hour...
Andy Woodgate Driver Training
Gets you driving from lesson one rather than sitting parked at the roadside, with a focus on defensive driving skills and confidence-building. 1.5-hour lessons at £65 or £420 for a 10-hour block (£40 per hour), plus a £40 taster lesson for complete beginners. Post-test training in motorway, night, and bad weather driving is also available.Gets you driving from lesson one rather than sitting parked at the roadside, with a focus on defensive driving skills and confidence-building. 1.5-hour lessons...
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Passmore School of Motoring
Over 35 years in business with a pass rate that outperforms competitors in the area. Student discounts and block booking deals available, plus Pass Plus courses, door-to-door service at no extra charge, and all lessons taught by experienced instructors rather than trainees.Over 35 years in business with a pass rate that outperforms competitors in the area. Student discounts and block booking deals available, plus Pass Plus...
Christchurch Automatic Driving School
Institute of Advanced Motorists accredited instructors with over 20 years' experience, specialising in automatic driving lessons and motorway confidence. £37.50 per hour, or £350 for 10 hours and £690 for 20 hours, with intensive courses available for those in a hurry to pass.Institute of Advanced Motorists accredited instructors with over 20 years' experience, specialising in automatic driving lessons and motorway confidence. £37.50...
Dixon Driving
Over 12 years' experience with a fantastic pass rate and strong Google reviews praising patience and confidence-building. Andy specialises in anxious and returning learners, with one student describing how he transformed an 'overly anxious' mindset into first-time success. Intensive courses available with block booking discounts, plus Pass Plus courses to lower insurance after passing.Over 12 years' experience with a fantastic pass rate and strong Google reviews praising patience and confidence-building. Andy specialises in anxious and...
Pebbles School of Motoring
Family-run school focused on building safe, confident drivers beyond test standard. Free theory test revision access through Driving Test Success, plus a minimum two 2-hour lesson requirement after test resits to address examiner feedback. Hourly rates and 10-hour block bookings available, with test car use included.Family-run school focused on building safe, confident drivers beyond test standard. Free theory test revision access through Driving Test Success, plus a...
readytodrive.co.uk
Founded in 2023 by Paul Martin Wallis, who brings 5 years of professional instruction experience including time with a national franchise and specialist calm driving provider. Deep local road knowledge across the area with a focus on building safe drivers for life, not just test passes.Founded in 2023 by Paul Martin Wallis, who brings 5 years of professional instruction experience including time with a national franchise and specialist calm...
StreetDrive (School of Motoring)
Ranked 2nd nationally for intensive driving courses with 1,074 FreeIndex reviews and an 80% first-time pass rate. £40/hour for standard lessons, or £365 for a 10-hour block (five 2-hour sessions), with semi-intensive courses from £400 for 8 hours. Test day instruction including use of the school car costs £80 for 2 hours.Ranked 2nd nationally for intensive driving courses with 1,074 FreeIndex reviews and an 80% first-time pass rate. £40/hour for standard lessons, or £365 for a...
Coles School of Motoring
Client-centred approach that prioritises pupil comfort and understanding over dictatorial instruction, creating a relaxed learning environment proven to develop safer drivers. Pass Plus courses also available for full licence holders looking to refresh skills or master advanced techniques across motorway, rural, and all-weather driving.Client-centred approach that prioritises pupil comfort and understanding over dictatorial instruction, creating a relaxed learning environment proven to develop...
Talbot School of Motoring
Over 20 years' experience with a patient, friendly approach that consistently earns five-star reviews; students praise the relaxed atmosphere and first-time pass results. £40/hour or £380 for a 10-lesson block, plus motorway lessons and mock tests available. Notably, no 'piggybacking' policy means you get dedicated one-to-one instruction throughout your course.Over 20 years' experience with a patient, friendly approach that consistently earns five-star reviews; students praise the relaxed atmosphere and first-time...
GML Driver Training
Run by Gary and Claire, this school specialises in supporting learners with anxiety, ADHD, ADD, dyslexia and dyspraxia, using a calm and understanding approach to build confidence. At £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, they offer flexible lessons tailored to your pace, with intensive courses also available for those wanting faster progress.Run by Gary and Claire, this school specialises in supporting learners with anxiety, ADHD, ADD, dyslexia and dyspraxia, using a calm and understanding approach...
Wheels Driving School
Specialising in nervous and anxious learners, Wheels provides free access to 'Confident Drivers', an online toolkit featuring relaxation techniques, hypnotherapy audios, breathing exercises, and meridian tapping to build confidence before and during your test. Established in 2012, the school now has multiple instructors across the area and offers manual lessons with pickup from your home.Specialising in nervous and anxious learners, Wheels provides free access to 'Confident Drivers', an online toolkit featuring relaxation techniques,...
YES! Driving School
Money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied with a lesson, plus free video recording included in every session to review your progress. Standard hourly rate is £45, with 2-hour lessons at £80 and a 10-hour block (five 2-hour sessions) for £400; daytime weekday discounts available at instructor discretion. Unique last-minute lesson option at just £25 after a 2-hour induction, plus free Theory Test Pro access for all learners.Money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied with a lesson, plus free video recording included in every session to review your progress. Standard hourly rate is...
Lottie's Driving School
Instructor with a background in education and mentoring young people with additional needs, bringing skills in building confidence and resilience to driving tuition. Provides a calm, patient, and inclusive approach to teaching safe driving from the ground up.Instructor with a background in education and mentoring young people with additional needs, bringing skills in building confidence and resilience to driving...
Chilled Driving
£40/hour or £375 for 10 hours, with flexible 1.5 and 2-hour lesson options available. Grade A instructor using Client Centred Learning, where you set the pace and choose what skills to work on, with pick-up and drop-off from home, work, or college. Every student gets a Progress Record Chart to track improvement, and a no-questions refund is offered if you're not satisfied with your first lesson.£40/hour or £375 for 10 hours, with flexible 1.5 and 2-hour lesson options available. Grade A instructor using Client Centred Learning, where you set the pace...
DV8 School of Motoring
£40/hour (£39 for students) or £360 for a 10-hour block, with 2-hour lessons at £80. Over 30 years' experience teaching all ages and personalities, this school is conveniently positioned between Bournemouth and Southampton test centres. Patient and understanding instructors focus on building confidence from the outset, with progress tracked in a dedicated logbook covering key skills like dual carriageway driving, parking, and roundabouts. Pass Plus courses also available to reduce insurance premiums by up to one third.£40/hour (£39 for students) or £360 for a 10-hour block, with 2-hour lessons at £80. Over 30 years' experience teaching all ages and personalities, this school...
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Dorset Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 1 nearby test centre
Poole processed 9,639 tests from 2024 to 2025 with a 48.4% pass rate that matches the national average. The coastal town's roads include challenging elements like the busy Holes Bay Road, narrow streets around the historic quay area, and tourist traffic during summer months that can make driving unpredictable. Men achieved a 50.3% pass rate compared to women's 46.5%, while automatic learners had 42.2% success.
Poole
9,639 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poole | 46.5% | 50.3% | 42.2% | 48.4% | 9,639 |