Driving Lessons in Christchurch
With 11 driving schools and 34 independent driving instructors, Christchurch provides extensive choice for learners across all experience levels. Schools maintain impressive 4.8-star ratings with lessons priced from £37.50-£40 per hour, while 4 schools offer automatic options and 2 provide intensive courses. Female driving instructors are available through 1 school, plus there are 8 independent female driving instructors in the area. Your practical test would likely be at Poole, which has a 48.4% pass rate.
From £37.5/hr·Average £39/hr
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Driving Schools in Christchurch
11 schools
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...
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...
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...
Cats Eyes Driving School Ltd
Family-run since 1993 with ORDIT accreditation and a principal who is a Grade A instructor trainer with 34 years' international experience. The school trains its own instructors in-house to maintain consistent teaching standards, and boasts very high pass rates across a large South Wales and Plymouth network. Residential courses available with test on the final day for those outside the local area.Family-run since 1993 with ORDIT accreditation and a principal who is a Grade A instructor trainer with 34 years' international experience. The school trains...
Princes Driving School
£40 for a 1.5-hour beginner lesson or £390 for a 10-hour block, with all instructors holding at least 10 years' experience to boost first-time pass rates. Structured lessons tailored to individual needs, plus test route familiarisation to prepare you for the practical exam. Introductory sessions available at a discount to help you find the right fit with your instructor.£40 for a 1.5-hour beginner lesson or £390 for a 10-hour block, with all instructors holding at least 10 years' experience to boost first-time pass rates....
Richard Gibbs Driving School
Grade A instructor with a 70% first-time pass rate and 20 years' experience since 2005. Lessons from £38/hour or £365 for a 10-hour block, with a 12-hour beginner package at £430 that includes theory test support, Pass Plus, and motorway tuition.Grade A instructor with a 70% first-time pass rate and 20 years' experience since 2005. Lessons from £38/hour or £365 for a 10-hour block, with a 12-hour...
Kingham's Driving School
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Christchurch Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 1 nearby test centre
Poole's single centre saw 9,639 tests between 2024 and 2025, achieving a 48.4% pass rate that sits close to the national average. The Dorset coastal location brings unique challenges with narrow approach roads through Canford Heath, the complex Holes Bay road system, and tourist traffic around the Quay area during summer months. Men slightly outperformed women with 50.3% compared to 46.5%, while automatic drivers achieved 42.2% success. The twin bridges over Poole Harbour and the A31/A35 junction require confident dual-carriageway skills, but the residential areas offer gentler practice conditions.
Poole
9,639 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poole | 46.5% | 50.3% | 42.2% | 48.4% | 9,639 |