Driving Lessons in Gloucester

Gloucester's 19 driving schools earn excellent 4.8-star ratings with lessons priced from £32-50 per hour (averaging £42), supported by 40 independent driving instructors. Eight schools offer automatic driving lessons, while 2 schools offer female driving instructors and there are 9 independent female driving instructors available. Both nearby test centres show similar performance, with Gloucester at 49.6% and Cheltenham at 46.7%.

£42
average price
19
driving schools
40
independent instructors
2
test centres

Driving schools and instructors in Gloucester

Showing 119 of 19
DB Driving School

DB Driving School

5(457)
From £40/hr40hrs for £1456Save £144

Instructor Davian has built a strong reputation across multiple locations with consistently positive reviews highlighting his friendly approach and ability to help learners pass first time. Lessons start at £40/hour for manual training in Gloucester, with generous introductory offers including 6 hours for £200 (first-time learners) and block deals up to 40 hours with 9% discount. Multi-location coverage across Gloucestershire means flexible lesson availability to suit your schedule.

ManualAutomatic
00 Hunts Grove Dr, Hardwicke, Gloucester GL2 4BHView school
U Steer Driving School

U Steer Driving School

5(132)
From £50/hr

Grade A instructor with 16 years' experience and over 370 five-star reviews, specialising in nervous and anxious drivers using a unique 'Learn-Through-Play' games-based strategy. £50/hour lessons include Total Drive App access for progress tracking, door-to-door pick-up, and personalised coaching tailored to your learning style. Particularly effective with neurodivergent students seeking a calm, supportive environment.

ManualAutomatic
15 Luke Ln, Innsworth, Gloucester GL3 1HJView school
DMW Driving School

DMW Driving School

5(32)
From £45/hr

Grade A instructor with a higher than national average pass rate and many five-star reviews. Lessons at £45/hour, £65 for 90 minutes, or £85 for 2 hours, plus specialist motorway tuition at £90 for 2 hours. Uses the Total Drive app to track progress and create personalised lesson plans, helping learners pass quicker than the national average.

Manual
15 Oakhanger Ln, Quedgeley, Gloucester GL2 2FSView school
AZ Driving School

AZ Driving School

5(26)
From £40/hr10hrs for £370Save £30

Instructors with 15 years of experience offering flexible pricing from £40/hour in Gloucester (£45 in Stroud, Tewkesbury, Cheltenham) with block deals starting at £190 for 5 hours. Pass Plus courses and motorway refresher lessons also available, plus theory test preparation to support your full learning journey.

ManualAutomatic
Bristol Rd, Gloucester GL1 5RZView school
Sharon's Driving School

Sharon's Driving School

5(24)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

£40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block deal, with 15 years' experience and a reputation for excellent pass rates. Recently relocated to Gloucestershire from London, bringing advanced driving skills and local test route knowledge to help learners become safer, more confident drivers.

Manual
137 Hucclecote Rd, Hucclecote, Gloucester GL3 3TXView school
JSF Driving School

JSF Driving School

5(19)
From £42/hr10hrs for £420

Family-run school with over 455 five-star reviews and a no-quibble money-back guarantee. £42 for a novice taster session, then £420 for 10-hour blocks, or intensive courses from £1040 for 20 hours including test car use. DBS-checked instructors offer patient one-to-one tuition for complete beginners through returning drivers, with Pass Plus and motorway refresher lessons also available.

ManualIntensiveTest car available
19 Milton Ave, Podsmead, Gloucester GL2 5ARView school
Kirk Driving School

Kirk Driving School

5(10)
From £32/hr

Patient instructor with a high first-time pass rate who specializes in supporting learners with dyslexia and anxiety. At £32/hour, lessons are tailored to your pace in a relaxed atmosphere, with motorway training and refresher courses also available. Flexible pick-up and drop-off points make this a practical choice for building genuine confidence on the road.

ManualIntensiveTest car available
37 Slimbridge Rd, Tuffley, Gloucester GL4 0NAView school
Balaj Driving School

Balaj Driving School

4.9(51)100% pass rate
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Boasting a 100% first-time pass rate, Balaj Driving School combines personalized lesson plans with experienced instructors in a supportive environment. Lessons start at £40/hour in Gloucester or £42/hour in Cheltenham, with block deals from £380 for 10 hours and intensive courses available at £2,550 (50 hours) or £2,800 depending on location.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
Perrybrook Rd, Brockworth, Gloucester GL3 4WTView school
Bravo Driving School

Bravo Driving School

4.7(264)
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

Bravo operates across three locations with no surcharges for evening or weekend lessons, seven days a week. Standard lessons start at £40/hour in Gloucester (£42 in Stroud and Cheltenham), with 10-hour blocks at £390–£410. Intensive courses range from 15-hour Test Boosters (£725–£850) to 40-hour Start to Finish packages (£1,750–£1,995) that include theory and practical test fees plus free online theory training.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensive
Tuffley Ave, Gloucester GL1 5NAView school
Tina's School of Motoring

Tina's School of Motoring

4.7(22)
From £45/hr10hrs for £440Save £10

Instructor since 2000 with a focus on building confidence in nervous drivers through a calm, patient approach. £45/hour or £440 for a 10-hour block, plus motorway tuition at £55/hour and Pass Plus courses from £330. Lessons available in one or two-hour sessions.

ManualFemale Instructors
2 Goshawk Rd, Quedgeley, Gloucester GL2 4NUView school
John Lowe Driving School

John Lowe Driving School

4.4(7)
From £45/hr10hrs for £440Save £10

Established over 30 years with consistent test passes every week, this school uses client-centred coaching techniques to build confidence and prepare learners thoroughly. £45 per hour or £440 for a 10-hour block, with a Taster Pack available for brand new learners to try lessons without committing to a full block. No backseat passengers on lessons, and you can book flexible one or two-hour sessions at the end of each lesson.

Manual
1 Lavington Dr, Longlevens, Gloucester GL2 0HWView school
Andy Carroll Driving School

Andy Carroll Driving School

3.3(26)
From £45/hr

Instructor known for no-nonsense teaching that delivers results, with multiple first-time pass reviews spanning over a decade. £45/hour for standard lessons, £40/hour for weekend sessions, plus motorway lessons at £85 for 90 minutes and Pass Plus courses at £300 for 6 hours. Students consistently praise his patience, clear instruction, and ability to build confidence even after switching from other instructors.

ManualEveningsWeekends
40 Grange Rd, Tuffley, Gloucester GL4 0PGView school
KISS Driving School

KISS Driving School

5(99)

A network of independent instructors across the south and Midlands offering both regular lessons and intensive courses. With multiple instructors available in each area, you can find someone suited to your needs, whether you're learning automatic or manual.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
8 Millers Cl, Ruardean Hill, Drybrook GL17 9AUView school
SKILLS Driving School

SKILLS Driving School

5(9)

Focus on defensive driving and real-world hazard awareness rather than just test technique. Passionate instructors tailor every lesson to your pace, whether you're a complete beginner or returning to the road after time away, with refresher lessons, motorway training, and both manual and automatic options available.

ManualAutomatic
Whittle Wy, Gloucester GL3 4YZView school
Jason Evans Driving School

Jason Evans Driving School

5(3)

20 years of instructing experience with a track record of first-time passes. Tailored lessons focus on building confidence and practical skills for learners at any level, with test preparation support included.

Manual
Teal Cl, Quedgeley, Gloucester GL2 4GRView school
Adrian Burden Driving School

Adrian Burden Driving School

4.6(9)

Grade A instructor with a track record of high first-time pass rates, particularly skilled at working with learners with learning difficulties and physical disabilities. Patient, patient, and focused on making lessons enjoyable so learning happens faster; multiple five-star reviews highlight his calm approach and clear teaching style.

Automatic
50 Swift Rd, Abbeydale, Gloucester GL4 4XHView school
Becky Tandy's Driving School

Becky Tandy's Driving School

5(52)
Manual
Mullion, Gloucester GL2 8ALView school
Paul williams training services

Paul williams training services

4.4(19)
Manual
Mansfield House, Church Ln, Gloucester GL2 7NBView school
Total Driver Training

Total Driver Training

Manual
12 Lea Cres, Longlevens, Gloucester GL2 0DUView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in Gloucester?

Most learners pay £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.

Typical
£44
Most pay
£40–£45
Schools
Under £40
1
£40–45
6
£45–50
5

Based on prices from 12 driving schools in Gloucester.

Intensive courses in Gloucester

Want to pass fast?

5 Gloucester schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

Gloucester Test Centres and Pass Rates

Gloucester's 2 centres saw 13,056 tests from 2024 to 2025, with Gloucester itself achieving the higher pass rate at 49.6% compared to Cheltenham's 46.7%. Automatic drivers performed similarly across both locations, with 39.8% at Gloucester and 40.3% at Cheltenham. Men slightly edged out women at Gloucester (50% versus 49.2%), while the split was nearly even at Cheltenham (47.2% for men, 46.2% for women). The area's mix of A-road dual carriageways, historic city centre streets, and rural approaches provides varied driving conditions, with Cheltenham's Regency-era road layout and festival traffic adding complexity.

50%

Gloucester

6,511 tests taken
Women49.2%
Men50.0%
Automatic39.8%
47%

Cheltenham

6,545 tests taken
Women46.2%
Men47.2%
Automatic40.3%

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