Driving Lessons in Cheltenham
Cheltenham offers a solid selection of 13 driving schools and 61 independent driving instructors, with driving schools maintaining an excellent 4.8-star average rating. Hourly rates for driving schools range from £39 to £54, averaging £44 per hour. Female driving instructors are available through 2 driving schools, plus there are 13 independent female driving instructors in the area. Your driving test will likely take place at nearby Cheltenham or Gloucester test centres, where pass rates differ notably at 46.7% and 49.6% respectively.
- £44
- average price
- 13
- driving schools
- 61
- independent instructors
- 1
- test centre
Top driving schools in Cheltenham by what matters most
The standout school for each of the most-asked questions.
Steve's Learners
Cheapest manual driving school in Cheltenham.
Brookes School of Motoring
Highest-rated manual driving school in Cheltenham.
Taylor's Driving School
Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in Cheltenham.
Driving schools and instructors in Cheltenham
Taylor's Driving School
86% pass rate in 2025 with availability from February 2026. Hourly lessons from £47–£50 depending on location, or 10-hour blocks from £460–£490; intensive courses range from £1,115 (15 hours) to £3,000 (45 hours). Motorway lessons also available after passing your test.
Steve's Learners
A calm, patient instructor with 10 years' experience who tailors lessons to each learner's pace, whether you're a complete beginner or need confidence-building refresher tuition. £39/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, with intensive courses available and motorway driving tuition included.
Strive Driving School
Founded in October 2024, Strive focuses on driving as a skill for life rather than just test passing, tailoring lessons to how each learner prefers to learn. At £42/hour or £400 for a 10-hour block (saving £20), there's also a £80 taster session to trial the service first. Student reviews highlight the instructor's patient, calm approach and ability to build confidence.
Rebel Driving School
Rebel Driving School specializes in automatic lessons with both male and female instructors across Cheltenham. Pricing starts from £45/hour for standard lessons, with a 10-hour block at £450, plus specialized motorway training (£210 for 3 hours) and assessment lessons (£50/hour) to evaluate your readiness for test day.
PassWithBob
Exceptional first-time pass rate with dozens of students passing on their first attempt, backed by a money-back guarantee on every lesson. £54/hour or £51/hour when 10 hours are pre-paid (saving £30), with 2-hour lesson slots at £108 standard rate. Bob's patient, confidence-building approach transforms nervous learners into safe drivers, as evidenced by consistently glowing reviews highlighting his thorough planning and encouraging teaching style.
Flying Pass
Students consistently praise the calm, positive teaching style and clear explanations that build confidence behind the wheel. At £40 per hour, lessons include a personal progress record book to track your development toward test readiness.
Go Solo Driver Training
Run by Pauline Steel with many years of professional experience, this school emphasises 90-minute lessons to help learners progress faster and reach test standard with fewer total hours. £43 per hour (90-minute lessons at £64.50) or £322.50 for a block of 5 lessons, plus Pass Plus courses and motorway tuition available.
Drive with G
Graham runs a solo operation focused on teaching safe driving for life, not just test passes. 90-minute lessons at £67.50 per session, with fortnightly packages of two lessons for £135, plus refresher courses available for post-test confidence building. All pupils access the My Drive Time app to track progress and payments.
Littlebird Driving School
Littlebird Driving School focuses on building confident, safe drivers for life rather than just test passes. Patient instruction tailored to your pace, whether you're a complete beginner or nervous learner preparing for your test, with flexible lesson times across Gloucester, Cheltenham, and Stroud.
Andie Curtis Driving Academy
Over 20 years' experience combined with an Occupational Therapist background, offering a uniquely patient approach to learners struggling with confidence, anxiety, or self-esteem. Specialises in motorway skills, advanced driving techniques, and safe driving assessments alongside standard lessons. Monday to Thursday 9am–6pm, Friday 9am–3pm.
A* Marks Driving School
Grade A instructor with 25 years' experience since 1998, including two years at BSM Reading. Mark Williams specialises in eco driving and Pass Plus courses, with a discount available for block bookings of 10 hours or more; contact for current pricing.
Mike Williams Automatic Driver Training
Specialises in automatic driving lessons with flexible 1.5 and 2-hour sessions at £70 and £95 respectively, plus a full range of intensive courses from 12 to 42 hours (£600–£2100) tailored to different experience levels. Structured tuition with flexible pick-up and drop-off, designed around each learner's pace and needs.
Block booking
Best block deals in Cheltenham
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Intensive courses in Cheltenham
Want to pass fast?
3 Cheltenham schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
Cheltenham Test Centres and Pass Rates
With automatic pass rates of 40.3% at Cheltenham and 39.8% at Gloucester, learners using automatic cars faced similar challenges at both centres. The 2 centres handled 13,056 tests between 2024 and 2025, with Gloucester slightly ahead at 49.6% compared to Cheltenham's 46.7%. Gloucester's one-way system and the tricky Longsmith Street area test spatial awareness, while Cheltenham's racecourse roundabouts and tight Regency terraced streets require careful positioning. Women passed at rates of 46.2% and 49.2%, with men achieving 47.2% and 50% at the respective centres.
Cheltenham
6,545 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham | 46.2% | 47.2% | 40.3% | 46.7% | 6,545 |