Driving Lessons in Hampshire
From £22.5/hr·Average £41/hr
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Driving Schools in Hampshire
69 schools
Pri-Plus School of Motoring
Flexible lesson lengths from 1 to 2 hours at £45–£90, with a first hour free when you book 10 hours in advance (£405 total). Test car hire available for £170, including 2 hours' practice and use of a dual-controlled vehicle on exam day. Intensive courses run from £180 per day, and Pass Plus courses are also available.Flexible lesson lengths from 1 to 2 hours at £45–£90, with a first hour free when you book 10 hours in advance (£405 total). Test car hire available for £170,...
ABF Driving School
A-Grade instructor specializing exclusively in automatic driving lessons with deep local knowledge of test routes and road conditions. Two-hour lessons designed to build confidence at your own pace, with high pass rates and flexible scheduling including weekends and evenings. Modern fleet vehicles, post-test support covering motorway and night driving, and competitive pricing packages available.A-Grade instructor specializing exclusively in automatic driving lessons with deep local knowledge of test routes and road conditions. Two-hour lessons designed...
Lessons with Kevin
Former driving examiner with deep knowledge of test requirements and a calm, mentoring approach. High first-time pass rate backed by student testimonials—one learner passed after failing twice with other instructors. Lessons typically run 2 hours minimum, tailored for beginners through refresher drivers, with particular expertise in anxiety and confidence building.Former driving examiner with deep knowledge of test requirements and a calm, mentoring approach. High first-time pass rate backed by student testimonials—one...
Naz Driving School
4.5-star rated instructor with 2,564 reviews, offering manual lessons at £35/hour for first-time learners (10-hour block at £375) or £40/hour for experienced drivers. Motorway and test preparation lessons also available, with intro lessons exclusive to new students.4.5-star rated instructor with 2,564 reviews, offering manual lessons at £35/hour for first-time learners (10-hour block at £375) or £40/hour for experienced...
autoLearn Driving School
£40/hour for automatic lessons, or £390 for a 10-hour block. Multiple five-star reviews highlight the instructor's patience, calm demeanor, and ability to adapt teaching to individual learning styles—several students mention passing first time. Specialises in automatic driving with a focus on building confidence and safe driving habits.£40/hour for automatic lessons, or £390 for a 10-hour block. Multiple five-star reviews highlight the instructor's patience, calm demeanor, and ability to adapt...
Amber Driving School
With 10 years' driving instruction experience plus 18 years as a secondary English teacher, Neil specialises in Maybush test centre routes—teaching from lesson one on roads you'll encounter during your test. All lessons are 2 hours at £40 for single lessons, £39/hour for a 10-hour block, or £38/hour for a 20-hour package. A problem-area tour highlights commonly failed locations and explains what examiners expect, backed by a well above average pass rate.With 10 years' driving instruction experience plus 18 years as a secondary English teacher, Neil specialises in Maybush test centre routes—teaching from lesson...
TPL Driving School
Run by Terry Pegg, a former Army Combat Medic with 24 years of service who's been instructing since 2014, this school specialises in nervous and unconfident learners, including those with learning disabilities. Only 2-hour lesson slots are offered (£42–£47/hour depending on time and transmission type), with a 40-hour semi-intensive course at £1,742 (manual) or £1,862 (automatic, both including test fee). Parents can observe lessons, and Pass Plus courses are available at £45/hour.Run by Terry Pegg, a former Army Combat Medic with 24 years of service who's been instructing since 2014, this school specialises in nervous and unconfident...
MTDI
£40/hour for 2-hour lessons or £37.50/hour in a 10-hour block (£375 total), with an introductory offer of 6 hours for £200. Test day support includes a 45-minute refresher, transport to the test centre, and use of the school car for £80. Client-centred approach means lessons adapt to your pace, with a focus on balancing instruction with humour to ease the stress of learning.£40/hour for 2-hour lessons or £37.50/hour in a 10-hour block (£375 total), with an introductory offer of 6 hours for £200. Test day support includes a...
Chapman's Driving School
Learn in a fully electric Kia e-Niro with no gears or clutch to manage, making automatic driving lessons simpler than traditional cars. Richard Chapman has taught since 2009 and focuses on skills beyond the test, building confidence for life on the road. Standard lessons are £60/hour, with 2-hour sessions at £120, plus Pass Plus courses available (£285 with Hampshire County Council support for ages 17-24).Learn in a fully electric Kia e-Niro with no gears or clutch to manage, making automatic driving lessons simpler than traditional cars. Richard Chapman has...
MasterIt Driving School
Specializes in automatic driving lessons with CRB-checked instructors known for patience and personalized teaching—multiple reviews highlight first-time test passes and exceptional support. Standard 2-hour lessons at £81, or £40 per hour with 10-hour blocks from £400; intensive courses and test day hire (£120 for 3 hours) also available.Specializes in automatic driving lessons with CRB-checked instructors known for patience and personalized teaching—multiple reviews highlight first-time test...
Learn To Drive With Alpha
A Portsmouth-based instructor offering patient, one-to-one tuition with a focus on two-hour lessons that give you extended practice time. At £45 per hour or £82 for two hours, you can save £55 by booking a 10-hour block at £395. Pass Plus courses are also available.A Portsmouth-based instructor offering patient, one-to-one tuition with a focus on two-hour lessons that give you extended practice time. At £45 per hour or £82...
Kev Tanner's Driving School
Single instructor operation offering motorway, night driving, and parking courses alongside standard lessons. £50/hour or £500 for a 10-lesson block, with free Theory Test Pro access included for all students. Specialises in teaching above test requirements with tailored lesson plans.Single instructor operation offering motorway, night driving, and parking courses alongside standard lessons. £50/hour or £500 for a 10-lesson block, with free...
P.A.P Driving School
Consistently strong first-time pass rates backed by dozens of five-star reviews praising Carl's patient, relaxed teaching style and ability to build confidence in nervous drivers. Known for supporting learners through emotional or challenging circumstances, with particular strength in helping anxious students feel safe on the road. Intensive courses available for accelerated learning.Consistently strong first-time pass rates backed by dozens of five-star reviews praising Carl's patient, relaxed teaching style and ability to build confidence...
Drive With Dan
Grade A instructor with 13 years' experience offering structured lessons tailored to your pace and goals. £40 per 1.5-hour lesson or £80 for 2 hours, with block deals from £240 for 6 hours up to £450 for 12 hours—test day support included at £80. Flexible scheduling with college and workplace pickups available, plus lessons in your own car if needed.Grade A instructor with 13 years' experience offering structured lessons tailored to your pace and goals. £40 per 1.5-hour lesson or £80 for 2 hours, with block...
1st Top Gear
Competitively priced driving school offering daytime lessons at £40/hour or a 10-hour manual block at £390, with evening and weekend slots at £45/hour. Automatic lessons available at £70 for 90 minutes, making this a flexible choice for learners with different preferences and schedules.Competitively priced driving school offering daytime lessons at £40/hour or a 10-hour manual block at £390, with evening and weekend slots at £45/hour....
Mark's Driving Academy
Grade A instructor operating since 2003 with an above-average first-time pass rate. Structured, patient lessons in a well-maintained VW Golf, covering everything from beginner tuition to motorway and night driving, with flexible scheduling around work and study commitments.Grade A instructor operating since 2003 with an above-average first-time pass rate. Structured, patient lessons in a well-maintained VW Golf, covering...
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Hampshire Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 5 nearby test centres
Women achieve 58.7% at Lee On The Solent compared to men at 60.4%, reflecting the area's more relaxed coastal driving conditions. The Hampshire region's 4 centres handled 34,507 tests between 2024 and 2025, with Lee On The Solent's exceptional 59.6% pass rate standing out against Southampton Maybush's more challenging 47.1%. The New Forest's quiet B-roads around Winchester contrast sharply with Southampton's busy dock traffic and Portsmouth's naval base congestion. Automatic drivers fare best at Lee On The Solent with 50.5%, benefiting from the area's gentle gradients and wide residential streets.
Lee On The Solent
10,409 tests takenNewport (Isle of Wight)
3,875 tests takenPortsmouth
11,305 tests takenWinchester
3,839 tests takenSouthampton (Maybush)
8,954 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee On The Solent | 58.7% | 60.4% | 50.5% | 59.6% | 10,409 |
| Newport (Isle of Wight) | 52.2% | 52.6% | 42.5% | 52.4% | 3,875 |
| Portsmouth | 51.3% | 52.2% | 46.1% | 51.8% | 11,305 |
| Winchester | 48.0% | 47.8% | 44.1% | 47.9% | 3,839 |
| Southampton (Maybush) | 44.2% | 49.5% | 41.7% | 47.1% | 8,954 |