Driving Lessons in Oldham
Oldham's 10 driving schools and 40 independent driving instructors serve learners heading to several Greater Manchester test centres. Schools charge between £35 and £63.50 per hour, averaging £43, and maintain a 4.8-star average rating. Just 2 schools offer automatic driving lessons, though 5 provide intensive courses. Among the independent driving instructors, 6 are female driving instructors. The nearest test centre at Chadderton recorded a 44.9% pass rate, while Bredbury achieved a notably stronger 54.2%.
From £35/hr·Average £43/hr·Automatic from £35/hr
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Driving Schools in Oldham
10 schools
Dropthel Driving School
Operating across Oldham and Warrington with flexible scheduling from early morning to late evening, including Saturday afternoons. No pricing or instructor details are visible on the homepage — contact directly or check the booking system for rates and availability.Operating across Oldham and Warrington with flexible scheduling from early morning to late evening, including Saturday afternoons. No pricing or instructor...
Learning Kerb Driver Training
Founded by Martin Norry, a former commercial driver who transitioned into professional instruction, this school combines real-world driving experience with a purpose-built training centre featuring classroom facilities and a dedicated practice road for hazard awareness. The ethos centres on patience, practice, persistence and professionalism—values reflected in student success—with 2-hour introductory lessons available to get you started.Founded by Martin Norry, a former commercial driver who transitioned into professional instruction, this school combines real-world driving experience with a...
Shaw Driving School
28 years' experience delivering patient, relaxed tuition with a refreshing approach that keeps learners confident and eager. £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, plus student discounts available (£38/hour or £360 for 10 hours). All lessons include free theory and hazard perception materials, with Pass Plus, motorway tuition, and intensive courses also on offer.28 years' experience delivering patient, relaxed tuition with a refreshing approach that keeps learners confident and eager. £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour...
PassMeQuick
Specialist in intensive driving courses designed to help learners pass in 1 day to 2–3 weeks, perfect if you're working around tight schedules. Founded in 1999 with thousands of pupils trained, courses range from 5 to 20 hours at £82–£86 per hour, with flexible booking to suit your learning pace and commitments.Specialist in intensive driving courses designed to help learners pass in 1 day to 2–3 weeks, perfect if you're working around tight schedules. Founded in 1999...
Etihad Driver Training
Many pupils pass first time in just one week with intensive courses that include the test fee at no extra cost. £40/hour for weekly lessons or £370 for a 10-hour block, with intensive options from £990 for 20 hours (5 days) up to £1970 for 40 hours (10 days). Pass Plus courses also available at £250 to build confidence on motorways, night driving, and all-weather conditions.Many pupils pass first time in just one week with intensive courses that include the test fee at no extra cost. £40/hour for weekly lessons or £370 for a...
1 Stop Driving Solutions
Grade A instructors with extensive expert training deliver lessons tailored to each student's needs, with progress monitored and recorded after every session. Both automatic and manual lessons available in modern cars, designed to build confidence and prepare you for test standard. Reliable, approachable teaching methods that cater to all experience levels and learning styles.Grade A instructors with extensive expert training deliver lessons tailored to each student's needs, with progress monitored and recorded after every session....
SM Driving School
Patient teaching style focused on nervous learners and first-time drivers, with instructors who know local test routes inside out. £35/hour for individual lessons, or intensive courses from £250 for 5 hours up to £1,600 for 40 hours, with discounted block booking rates available.Patient teaching style focused on nervous learners and first-time drivers, with instructors who know local test routes inside out. £35/hour for individual...
L-Team Driving School
Intensive driving courses with test fees included, from £124 deposit for a 1-day 6-hour course up to £270 for a 5-day 30-hour programme. Standard lessons start at £35/hour for manual or £37/hour for automatic, with 10-hour block deals at £340 (manual) or £360 (automatic). Beginners get special pricing: 5-hour courses from £160 (manual) or £175 (automatic), designed to get you test-ready as quickly as safely possible.Intensive driving courses with test fees included, from £124 deposit for a 1-day 6-hour course up to £270 for a 5-day 30-hour programme. Standard lessons start...
Croft Driving
Patient instructor known for building confidence in nervous and anxious learners, with multiple reviews praising his calm, empathetic approach. 90-minute lessons recommended at standard rates, plus 60-minute and 2-hour options as you progress; block discounts available on 10-lesson packages. Referral scheme offers half-price lessons when you recommend a friend.Patient instructor known for building confidence in nervous and anxious learners, with multiple reviews praising his calm, empathetic approach. 90-minute...
Block Booking Deals in Oldham
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Intensive Courses in Oldham
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Oldham Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 6 nearby test centres
Bredbury achieved 54.2% while Rochdale managed just 41.2% across the five centres that saw 60,154 tests from 2024 to 2025. Bredbury benefits from Stockport's suburban road network, while Rochdale's challenging town centre and proximity to moorland roads create tougher conditions. Men consistently outperformed women by 4-7 percentage points across all centres, most notably at Cheetham Hill (48% versus 39%). The area's industrial heritage creates challenging driving environments with steep hills, narrow terraced streets, and complex junction systems. Automatic transmission performed best at Bredbury (47%) compared to around 35-41% at the other Manchester-area centres.
Bredbury (Manchester)
9,946 tests takenWest Didsbury (Manchester)
17,196 tests takenChadderton
12,454 tests takenCheetham Hill (Manchester)
10,768 tests takenRochdale (Manchester)
9,790 tests takenBury (Manchester)
8,136 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bredbury (Manchester) | 51.4% | 56.4% | 47.4% | 54.2% | 9,946 |
| West Didsbury (Manchester) | 48.7% | 52.9% | 45.9% | 50.9% | 17,196 |
| Chadderton | 41.5% | 48.0% | 37.7% | 44.9% | 12,454 |
| Cheetham Hill (Manchester) | 39.0% | 48.0% | 40.9% | 43.7% | 10,768 |
| Rochdale (Manchester) | 37.9% | 43.7% | 35.2% | 41.2% | 9,790 |
| Bury (Manchester) | 38.4% | 41.5% | 35.5% | 40.3% | 8,136 |