Driving Lessons in Stockport

Stockport offers 18 driving schools and 40 independent driving instructors, with school rates from £34 to £40 per hour (averaging £37). The schools maintain a 4.8-star rating, and 7 offer automatic driving lessons while 4 provide intensive courses. Female driving instructors are available at one school, and there are 6 independent female driving instructors. The Bredbury test centre shows an impressive 56% pass rate, considerably higher than nearby alternatives like Cheetham Hill (44.7%) and Chadderton (46.8%).

£37
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18
driving schools
40
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6
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Driving lessons in Stockport

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Robert Burns Driving Tuition

Robert Burns Driving Tuition

Manual

5(187)
From £34/hr10hrs for £325Save £15

Grade A instructor with a perfect 5/5 rating across 91 Google reviews and a specialist approach for nervous learners. £34/hour or £325 for 10 lessons, with a special introductory offer of £90 for the first 3 hours—plus Pass Plus courses available to boost your insurance discount.

45 Olwen Cres, Reddish, Stockport SK5 6XGView school
Paul Gorman Driving Tuition

Paul Gorman Driving Tuition

Manual

5(129)72% pass rate
From £35/hr

Grade A instructor ranked 61st among UK driving schools with a 72% pass rate and 246 five-star reviews out of 262 total. At £35/hour, Paul focuses on making lessons engaging and building confidence, with particular strength in helping nervous or returning learners; one recent student restarted at 30+ after giving up at 17 and passed first time. Pass Plus courses and motorway lessons also available at £40/hour.

3 Milford Grove, Stockport SK2 5TNView school
CFN Driver Training Solutions

CFN Driver Training Solutions

Manual and automatic

5(118)
From £35/hr

20 years of experience teaching new learners through to emergency responders, with 5-star Google reviews. £35/hour for standard lessons, plus Pass Plus courses at £55 per 90 minutes. Known for patient, thorough instruction—particularly effective with anxious learners—and advanced police driving techniques.

86 Olwen Cres, Reddish, Stockport SK5 6XQView school
JSM Driving

JSM Driving

Automatic

5(105)
From £38/hr10hrs for £370Save £10

Rated 5.0 on Google with a consistently high pass rate, this instructor teaches in a fully electric Kia Niro and uses the Total Drive app to help pupils track progress between lessons. £39/hour or £370 for 10 hours, with block deals up to 40 hours (£1,400) and free Theory Test support included. Pupils praise the relaxed, supportive atmosphere and practical goal-setting approach that builds independent, confident drivers.

41 Lower Moat Cl, Heaton Norris, Stockport SK4 1SZView school
SBY Driving School

SBY Driving School

Manual

5(75)
From £40/hr20hrs for £740Save £60

£40 per hour or block book 10 hours for £380 (£38/hour), with larger savings on 20-hour packages at £37/hour. Steve specialises in nervous and anxious drivers, using coaching methods to build confidence from the ground up. Intensive courses available on request for those ready to pass quickly.

Intensive
42 Chorlton Grove, Offerton, Stockport SK1 4PTView school
Parker School of Motoring

Parker School of Motoring

Automatic

5(24)76.43% pass rate
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Chris Parker boasts a 76.43% first-time pass rate—65% above the national average—built on 18 years of positive, road-focused teaching that gets learners test-ready efficiently. Single lessons at £40/hour or 1.5-hour sessions at £60, with block deals at £380 for 10 hours or £740 for 20 hours. Pass Plus courses and motorway lessons also available, with half-price motorway tuition for those who pass.

10 Siskin Rd, Stockport SK2 5JXView school
Nolan School of Motoring

Nolan School of Motoring

Manual

4.9(53)
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

£40/hour or £390 for 10 hours, with a Grade A instructor who spent over a decade as an HGV driver and trainer. All lessons take place in a BMW MINI, and you'll get access to a comprehensive YouTube channel covering test routes, manoeuvres, and theory test prep—past students consistently praise these videos for accelerating their progress. Pass Plus courses available at £250.

107 Lloyd St, Heaton Norris, Cheshire, Stockport SK4 1NQView school
Noble Driving Academy

Noble Driving Academy

Manual and automatic

4.8(25)
From £35/hrBlock bookings available

Standard hourly lessons at £35 for manual or automatic, with intensive courses from £40/hour and Pass Plus courses also available. Flexible scheduling across weekdays, weekends, and evenings (9am–8pm weekdays, 10am–6pm weekends) means fitting lessons around your routine is straightforward. The school emphasizes a high first-time pass rate and personalized instruction tailored to nervous drivers, refresher learners, and those preparing for motorway or test-day driving.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
25 Milwain Dr, Heaton Chapel, Stockport SK4 5ATView school
Matt Robinson Driving School

Matt Robinson Driving School

Manual

4.6(31)
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

Specialises in nervous drivers and offers tailored lessons focused on your specific weak points rather than wasting time on skills you've already mastered. £40/hour or £390 for a 10-hour block, with intensive courses, mock tests, and motorway driving lessons also available. Pick-up and drop-off included throughout the area.

Intensive
20 Tintern Grove, Stockport SK1 4DSView school
Kings Driving School

Kings Driving School

Manual and automatic

3.9(18)
From £37/hr10hrs for £350Save £20

Built on over 70 years of combined teaching experience, Kings Driving School rejects the traditional franchise model in favour of supporting individual instructor growth and reputation. Manual lessons start at £37/hour (or £35/hour in a 10-hour block at £350), with automatic lessons from £42/hour (£40/hour in a 10-hour block at £400), plus refresher courses, motorway training, and Pass Plus lessons available.

EveningsWeekendsFemale Instructors
Aintree Grove, Stockport SK3 8QYView school
Pass with Paul Driving School Stockport

Pass with Paul Driving School Stockport

Manual

5(58)

Known for a calm and patient teaching style with a high pass rate. Learn in a new KIA Ceed GT Line with premium dual controls, heated seats, and air conditioning—the car is fully insured for lessons, mock tests, motorway training, and test day use. Services include manual lessons at all levels, mock driving tests, motorway lessons, and refresher courses tailored to your goals.

Test car available
Stockport SK1 3GDView school
Beverly Slater

Beverly Slater

Manual and automatic

4.5(119)

A holistic approach to learning that focuses on confidence and hazard awareness alongside test preparation. Book your first 2-hour lesson and get the second hour free, with Pass Plus courses also available for new drivers.

20 Totnes Ave, Bramhall, Stockport SK7 3PHView school
Geoff Capes Driving School

Geoff Capes Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.3(68)

Established driving school with instructors experienced in supporting learners with autism and ADHD, adapting lessons to individual needs. Multiple first-time passes and strong reviews highlight patient, clear teaching; free Theory Test Pro access and seven-day availability including evenings make booking flexible.

EveningsWeekends
73 Somers Rd, Stockport SK5 6SLView school
Arcangel Driver Training

Arcangel Driver Training

Manual

4.2(5)

Arcangel Driver Training offers beginner, intermediate, and intensive driving courses with a focus on supportive and innovative teaching. The school caters to all skill levels and backgrounds, though specific pricing, instructor credentials, and pass rates are not detailed on their current website.

Intensive
197 Petersburg Rd, Stockport SK3 9RAView school
Cheby Driving School

Cheby Driving School

Manual

96% pass rate
Block bookings available

96% first-time pass rate with a 30-minute assessment to estimate how many lessons you'll need before test day. Lessons are delivered in 2-hour increments with three tiered packages—the Bee Basic at £70, Worker Bee at £350 (6 lessons, ideal for experienced drivers), and Master Bee at £560 (comprehensive for beginners)—all including free pick-up and drop-off plus pre- and post-lesson follow-up.

30 Princes St, Stockport SK1 1SEView school
Aky's Driving School

Aky's Driving School

Manual

5(67)
Wellington Rd N, Stockport SK4 5AUView school
Stockport Driving School

Stockport Driving School

Manual

5(1)
72 Hall St, Stockport SK1 4DEView school
Z-Drive: Driver Training

Z-Drive: Driver Training

Manual

4.9(48)
Compstall Rd, Marple Bridge, Stockport SK6 5HGView school

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Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in Stockport?

Most learners pay £35–£40 an hour. Under £35 is a good deal, over £45 is at the higher end.

Typical
£37
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
£30–35
1
£35–40
9

Based on prices from 10 driving schools in Stockport.

Intensive courses in Stockport

Want to pass fast?

4 Stockport schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

Stockport Test Centres and Pass Rates

Stockport has six centres to pick from, and the spread between them is real. Bredbury leads with a pass rate of 56%, comfortably above the national figure of 50%, and it also has the best automatic pass rate nearby at 48%. Macclesfield follows at 52%. At the other end, Cheetham Hill's 45% is the lowest locally and a little under average, though it has the shortest typical wait, about 2½ months. West Didsbury has the longest, about 4½ months. If you already learn near Bredbury, you're well placed. If you don't, a few points on a table aren't worth giving up roads you know.

56%

Bredbury (Manchester)

10,636 tests taken · typical wait 3½ months
Manual pass rate58.7%
Automatic pass rate47.6%
52%

Macclesfield

4,509 tests taken · typical wait 4 months
Manual pass rate54.0%
Automatic pass rate44.7%
51%

Sale (Manchester)

10,921 tests taken · typical wait 4 months
Manual pass rate54.6%
Automatic pass rate45.1%
48%

West Didsbury (Manchester)

17,806 tests taken · typical wait 4½ months
Manual pass rate50.1%
Automatic pass rate43.1%
47%

Chadderton

15,988 tests taken · typical wait 3½ months
Manual pass rate49.6%
Automatic pass rate40.7%
45%

Cheetham Hill (Manchester)

10,207 tests taken · typical wait 2½ months
Manual pass rate47.5%
Automatic pass rate41.5%

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