Driving Lessons in Greater Manchester
From £25/hr·Average £37/hr
Greater Manchester's Top Picks
Driving Schools in Greater Manchester
177 schools
Parker School of Motoring
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.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...
Van Halen Driving School
Established in 2010, Van Halen Driving School has built a strong reputation for supporting nervous and anxious learners with patient, calm instruction across Manchester's busy roads. Lessons start from £37 per hour or £350 for a 10-hour block, with flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends. Local expertise in test routes and real-world driving conditions means you'll be genuinely prepared for both your test and independent driving.Established in 2010, Van Halen Driving School has built a strong reputation for supporting nervous and anxious learners with patient, calm instruction across...
Motorvate Driving School
Established in 1995, this school specialises in nervous and beginner learners, with particular experience supporting disabled and convicted drivers. Flexible scheduling around work and college, plus intensive courses available, with pickup and dropoff at different locations. One instructor builds relationships throughout your learning journey.Established in 1995, this school specialises in nervous and beginner learners, with particular experience supporting disabled and convicted drivers. Flexible...
Z-Drive: Driver Training
Drive Elite
Family-run school with 25 years' experience focused on first-time passes through tailored weekly lessons and intensive courses. All instructors are qualified, and the team emphasises friendly, patient instruction across all areas.Family-run school with 25 years' experience focused on first-time passes through tailored weekly lessons and intensive courses. All instructors are qualified,...
Northern School of Motoring
20 years' experience with Level 3 NVQ in Customer Service and CRB checked. Discounted block deals available—book 10 hours of lessons and receive a reduced rate. Friendly instruction across all licence categories, including Pass Plus and motorway tuition.20 years' experience with Level 3 NVQ in Customer Service and CRB checked. Discounted block deals available—book 10 hours of lessons and receive a reduced rate....
North West Fast Pass
Established 8 years ago, North West Fast Pass specializes in intensive automatic driving courses with flexible scheduling and a money-back guarantee. One-to-one instruction covers everything from basic vehicle control to advanced techniques, with fast-tracked test bookings and multiple payment options available.Established 8 years ago, North West Fast Pass specializes in intensive automatic driving courses with flexible scheduling and a money-back guarantee. One-to-one...
Let's Learn School of Motoring
Established in 2009, Let's Learn has built a reputation as one of Manchester's most respected driving schools. Standard lessons start at £37/hour for manual or £38/hour for automatic, with substantial savings on block bookings—a 10-hour manual block costs £355 (£35.50/hour) and scales down to £30/hour on a 35-hour block. Intensive courses from £592 (10 hours, including a midweek test) suit learners needing faster progress, while motorway lessons and extended test training are also available.Established in 2009, Let's Learn has built a reputation as one of Manchester's most respected driving schools. Standard lessons start at £37/hour for manual or...
James Driver Training
Grade A instructor since 2006 using structured progress packs to track your development across focused topics, keeping lessons efficient and targeted toward test readiness. Lessons are £38/hour with flexible 1, 1.5, or 2-hour slots, plus in-car video feedback and mock tests to build confidence before your practical. Motorway training and refresher courses also available at £43/hour.Grade A instructor since 2006 using structured progress packs to track your development across focused topics, keeping lessons efficient and targeted toward...
The Pass People
Multi-award-winning school with a 5.0 TrustPilot rating from over 1,000 reviews, named 'Best Intensive Driving Course Provider 2025' at the Business Elite Awards. Courses start from £290 with just a £175 deposit, flexible payment options including PayPal Pay in 3, and home pickup included. They promise to get you test-ready in as little as 2 months, backed by a 100% money-back guarantee if they can't deliver your course.Multi-award-winning school with a 5.0 TrustPilot rating from over 1,000 reviews, named 'Best Intensive Driving Course Provider 2025' at the Business Elite...
ESM Driving School
Over 600 pupils passed with a 99% satisfaction rate and an excellent first-time pass rate. £35/hour or £330 for a 10-hour block, with test day lessons from £85 including 1 hour of instruction. Seven years' experience with calm, organised instructors who build confidence on the road.Over 600 pupils passed with a 99% satisfaction rate and an excellent first-time pass rate. £35/hour or £330 for a 10-hour block, with test day lessons from £85...
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...
Learn and Drive
More than 5 years of professional driving instructor experience with a focus on high pass rates and flexible scheduling. Block booking discounts available for both manual and automatic lessons, plus free progress reports to track your learning throughout the course.More than 5 years of professional driving instructor experience with a focus on high pass rates and flexible scheduling. Block booking discounts available for...
Nida's Driving School
89% pass rate—significantly above the national average of 48%. Single lessons from £35/hour or 10-hour blocks from £330, with intensive courses ranging from 5 to 45 hours (£515–£2,335). Patient, supportive instructors focus on building confidence and safe driving habits through calm, professional instruction.89% pass rate—significantly above the national average of 48%. Single lessons from £35/hour or 10-hour blocks from £330, with intensive courses ranging from 5...
Jason and Mel's School of Motoring
Family-run school with 38 years' combined experience offering flexible lesson lengths to suit your pace—£39 for 60 minutes, £58 for 90 minutes, or £78 for 2 hours. Test day includes a mandatory 130-minute lesson plus car use for £80, and Pass Plus courses are available at £240 for 6 hours. Free Theory Test Pro software access helps you prepare for both theory and hazard perception.Family-run school with 38 years' combined experience offering flexible lesson lengths to suit your pace—£39 for 60 minutes, £58 for 90 minutes, or £78 for 2...
Beverly Slater
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.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...
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...
Maziar Driving School
A-graded instructor with 20 years' driving experience and a 90% first-time pass rate, supported by 99% student recommendations. Lessons at £35/hour for automatic driving, with test day car hire from £65, and intensive courses available at £38/hour for those who prefer accelerated learning.A-graded instructor with 20 years' driving experience and a 90% first-time pass rate, supported by 99% student recommendations. Lessons at £35/hour for...
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Greater Manchester Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 14 nearby test centres
Great Yarmouth's single centre at Lowestoft handled 4,921 tests between 2024 and 2025, achieving 46.1% with virtually identical performance for men and women (46.1% and 46% respectively). The Norfolk Broads location brings unique challenges with narrow country lanes, seaside traffic congestion during summer months, and A47 dual carriageway work, while the coastal winds can affect learner confidence. Automatic drivers managed 39.6%, reflecting how the varied rural and urban mix requires good adaptability regardless of transmission type.
Bolton (Manchester)
11,879 tests takenWarrington
6,124 tests takenBredbury (Manchester)
9,946 tests takenWest Didsbury (Manchester)
17,196 tests takenMacclesfield
4,910 tests takenSale (Manchester)
9,977 tests takenChorley
5,257 tests takenBlackburn with Darwen
8,885 tests takenChadderton
12,454 tests takenAtherton (Manchester)
7,690 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton (Manchester) | 53.1% | 59.9% | 51.0% | 56.7% | 11,879 |
| Warrington | 52.2% | 58.2% | 48.2% | 55.3% | 6,124 |
| 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 |
| Macclesfield | 49.1% | 50.6% | 44.7% | 49.9% | 4,910 |
| Sale (Manchester) | 45.8% | 52.0% | 44.2% | 49.1% | 9,977 |
| Chorley | 49.2% | 47.6% | 40.5% | 48.3% | 5,257 |
| Blackburn with Darwen | 45.6% | 49.7% | 47.7% | 47.8% | 8,885 |
| Chadderton | 41.5% | 48.0% | 37.7% | 44.9% | 12,454 |
| Atherton (Manchester) | 43.9% | 44.8% | 39.4% | 44.4% | 7,690 |