Driving Lessons in Bournemouth
Bournemouth's 15 driving schools offer varied pricing from £34-£50 per hour with excellent 4.9-star ratings. Nine schools provide intensive courses, while 4 offer automatic driving lessons and 1 has female driving instructors available. The 40 independent driving instructors include 12 female driving instructors, giving plenty of choice. Your test will be at Poole with 48.4% pass rate based on the latest DVSA data (2024-25).
From £34/hr·Average £41/hr·Automatic from £43/hr
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Driving Schools in Bournemouth
15 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...
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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...
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...
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,...
The DriveAll Driver Training Co
Specialists in nervous and anxious learners, with experience supporting neurodiversity, dyslexia, and dyspraxia. Lessons from £40/hour in a Mercedes-Benz A-Class automatic, or £400 for a block of 10 hours (five 2-hour sessions). Instructors hold qualifications beyond standard ADI level, including teaching, assessing, and fleet training credentials.Specialists in nervous and anxious learners, with experience supporting neurodiversity, dyslexia, and dyspraxia. Lessons from £40/hour in a Mercedes-Benz...
Learn Driving Bournemouth
£34/hour for regular lessons or £32/hour for intensive courses, with motorway training at £320 for 3-hour sessions once you've passed your test. The school emphasises a relaxed, calm learning environment and offers flexibility to start practical lessons before completing your theory test, making it suitable for those who prefer spreading costs over several months or compressing learning into a week or two.£34/hour for regular lessons or £32/hour for intensive courses, with motorway training at £320 for 3-hour sessions once you've passed your test. The school...
Leo's Driving School
Instructor with 9+ years at BSM and qualifications from Instructor College in Stockport brings personalized, safety-focused lessons to learners in the area. Fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian, Leo adapts teaching to individual learning styles and emphasizes building confident, skilled drivers beyond just test preparation.Instructor with 9+ years at BSM and qualifications from Instructor College in Stockport brings personalized, safety-focused lessons to learners in the area....
Pass With Andrew Driving School
Grade A instructor with a proven track record of high first-time pass rates and local test route knowledge to help you avoid common pitfalls on test day. Lessons from £65 for 1.5 hours or £84 for 2 hours, with a comprehensive test day package at £105 including pre-test practice and car use. Free access to Theory Test Pro e-learning is included with your lessons.Grade A instructor with a proven track record of high first-time pass rates and local test route knowledge to help you avoid common pitfalls on test day....
One Stop Intensives
Specialist in intensive driving courses designed for learners who want structured, focused learning over a short period. Highly rated on Trustpilot, they combine accelerated tuition with online theory test seminars to help you pass both tests efficiently.Specialist in intensive driving courses designed for learners who want structured, focused learning over a short period. Highly rated on Trustpilot, they...
Blue Fox Driving Academy
Known for a calm, patient approach that specialises in nervous drivers, Luke delivers lessons focused on understanding the 'why' behind safe driving decisions rather than just passing the test. £42 per hour or £399 for a 10-hour block, with intensive courses available for those with tight deadlines.Known for a calm, patient approach that specialises in nervous drivers, Luke delivers lessons focused on understanding the 'why' behind safe driving decisions...
Pass with Flying Colours
£40/hour or £390 for a 10-hour block, with flexible lesson lengths from 1.5 to 2 hours available. Family-run school established in 1999 with multiple instructors experienced in nervous learners and local knowledge of Poole and Dorchester test routes. Reviews highlight first-time passes and patient, encouraging instruction that makes learning enjoyable.£40/hour or £390 for a 10-hour block, with flexible lesson lengths from 1.5 to 2 hours available. Family-run school established in 1999 with multiple...
Safe Drivers Driving School
Established in 2022, Mushtaq brings a calm, patient teaching style focused on building confidence from day one. At £50/hour or £475 for a 10-hour block, lessons include a pre-test driving session and test car hire at £50/hour with collection and drop-off from your location. Fast Track courses and Pass Plus training are also available.Established in 2022, Mushtaq brings a calm, patient teaching style focused on building confidence from day one. At £50/hour or £475 for a 10-hour block, lessons...
Block Booking Deals in Bournemouth
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Intensive Courses in Bournemouth
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Bournemouth Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 1 nearby test centre
Poole achieved a 48.4% pass rate, handling 9,639 tests between 2024 and 2025. The Dorset coastal location brings seasonal traffic variations and challenging harbour-area roads with narrow approaches to Poole Quay and complex one-way systems around the historic town centre. Men outperformed women at 50.3% versus 46.5%. Automatic drivers scored 42.2%, still facing the fundamental challenges of navigating busy summer tourist traffic and the complex road network around Europe's largest natural harbour that no gearbox can solve.
Poole
9,639 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poole | 46.5% | 50.3% | 42.2% | 48.4% | 9,639 |