Driving Lessons in Hertfordshire
- £41
- average price
- 80
- driving schools
- 287
- independent instructors
- 23
- test centres
Top driving schools in Hertfordshire by what matters most
The standout school for each of the most-asked questions.
Del Shah Driving School
Cheapest manual driving school in Hertfordshire.
Calibre Driving Academy
Highest-rated manual driving school in Hertfordshire.
Klodiana Automatic Driving School
Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in Hertfordshire.
Del Shah Driving School
Top-rated manual driving school with female instructors in Hertfordshire.
Driving schools and instructors in Hertfordshire
Klodiana Automatic Driving School
Automatic driving lessons at £40/hour on weekdays (£45 weekends), with 10-hour block deals from £380. Test car hire available for £160 including a pre-test lesson, plus Pass Plus courses on offer.
Driving Memories
Former Rolls Royce and Ferrari test driver with decades of professional driving experience now teaching learners to pass first-time in as little as 8 hours. £40/hour weekdays before 5pm, £45/hour after 5pm and weekends, booked in 2-hour blocks. Only driving school in the area that gives pupils souvenirs when they pass, making learning to drive a memorable experience rather than just a transaction.
HSM Driving Lessons
Exceptionally high first-time pass rate backed by a Senior Instructor with Land Rover Experience Centre training and a decade of on and off-road coaching since 2014. £40/hour for manual lessons, or £240 for a 3 × 1.5-hour block deal, with free student app access to track progress throughout your course.
Montie's Driving School
Learners pass in an average of 36 hours—4 hours faster than the UK average—with block booking discounts from £32–£35 per hour (£175 for 5 hours up to £640 for 20). Beyond standard lessons, the school runs motorway training, post-incident confidence building, and defensive driving courses, plus a refer-a-friend scheme that earns you a free hour once your friend completes 5 lessons.
Anna Driving School
£43 per hour for manual and automatic lessons with a patient, experienced instructor who tailors each lesson to individual needs and progress. Block booking and semi-intensive courses available on request, plus Pass Plus refresher lessons for licence holders.
ShireDrive
Hourly lessons at £40 or block deals from £195 for 5 hours and £380 for 10 hours. Tailored intensive courses available with at least 3 weeks' notice, plus Pass Plus courses and motorway training. Male instructors cover beginners through to advanced driving and license conversion.
DriveXpert Driving School
Strong Google reviews and student testimonials highlight consistent quality across this school's range of services. £42/hour or save with block deals—10 hours for £400, 20 hours for £760—plus intensive courses available. Instruction in English, Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu, with motorway and specific manoeuvre lessons for those wanting to build advanced skills.
BJM School of Motoring
Established since 2000 with a 60%+ pass rate—well above the national average. Lessons start from £44/hour in a brand new Citroen C3, with a 10+1 free deal on block bookings. Motorway lessons, Pass Plus courses, and intensive courses available, with flexibility to accommodate early mornings and Saturdays.
Jo's Driving School
Grade A instructor (51/51 Standards Check) with 10+ years' experience, particularly skilled at helping nervous learners and those recovering from difficult driving experiences. £40/hour or £390 for a 10-hour block, with no surcharge for evening or weekend lessons. Pass Plus courses also available.
Technique Driving School
Grade A instructor offering motorway tuition alongside beginner lessons and refresher courses—a rare combination that sets this school apart. £40/hour for weekday lessons or £320 for a first 10-hour block (novice pupils only), with additional blocks at £380. Structured lessons in a relaxed atmosphere, with honest feedback and clear goal-setting across each lesson.
YouPassed
Family-run husband-and-wife team with premium VW Polo training cars in both manual and automatic. £40/hour or £390 for 10 hours (£780 for 20), with no pressure to commit to bulk bookings upfront—try a lesson first to see if they're right for you. Recent reviews highlight instructors Prakash and Smita for their patience and ability to rebuild confidence in nervous drivers.
Andy's Pass Academy
Nearly 50 years in the motor trade combined with 5 years as a qualified instructor – Andy brings genuine automotive expertise to every lesson. Standard 2-hour automatic lessons at £39/hour, or save with block packages from £380 for 10 hours (£38/hour) and £740 for 20 hours (£37/hour). 5-star reviews highlight his patient, friendly approach and thorough preparation for test day.
Let's Motor
£39/hour for weekday lessons or £380 for a 10-hour block. Matt Probert has been an Advanced Driving Instructor since 2008 with an excellent pass rate, teaching one-to-one with a calm, patient approach that adapts to each learner's needs. Motorway lessons, refresher courses, and eco-driving tuition also available.
Jigsaw Driving School
Built entirely on word-of-mouth recommendations over 25 years, Jigsaw is run by Andy Godman, ranked in the top percentile of driving instructors nationally for pass rates. Single lessons at £40 (£50 on Saturdays) or a 10-lesson block at £380, with motorway tuition available after you pass.
Ade's Driving School
Known for helping nervous and struggling learners build confidence, with multiple students crediting the instructor for turning their learning around after previous failed attempts. £40/hour or £80 for 2-hour lessons, with test car hire at £90 including an hour of preparation beforehand. Full-time instructor with 25+ years' experience and a track record of first-time passes.
SKV Driving School
John's patient, confidence-building approach shines through dozens of five-star reviews, with students consistently praising his calm demeanor and expert knowledge of test routes. Automatic lessons at £37/hour (1-hour assessment) or £70 for 2 hours, with block deals from £175 for 5 hours up to £350 for 10 hours. Multiple testimonials highlight first-time passes and rapid progression—some students passed within 9–12 lessons.
GNP Driving School
Calm, experienced instructor specializing in nervous learner drivers with a focus on building confidence throughout your lessons. £39/hour or £380 for 10 hours (save £10), plus a new student offer: pay for 4 hours and get one free. Door-to-door service included, with Pass Plus courses also available.
Livingston Driving School
90% first-time pass rate on intensive courses, with a strict approach that only accepts experienced drivers close to test standard—no quick fixes for beginners. £40/hour for standard lessons or £365–£370 for 10-hour blocks, plus test car hire from £120. Their exclusive Driving App provides real-time feedback and progress tracking throughout your learning journey.
ASAR Driving School
£37/hour or £360 for 10 hours, with test car hire at £115. Grade A instructor with 15 years' experience and 120 five-star reviews on Free Index, known for working particularly well with nervous learners and those who've had difficult experiences elsewhere. Intensive courses and Pass Plus schemes also available.
Crabtree's School of Motoring
Independent instructor with 20 years' experience since 2003, known for building confidence in nervous learners. First lesson offers 2 hours for the price of 1 hour, with standard rates at £40/hour or £80 for 2-hour lessons. Pass Plus courses available from £240 for a minimum 6-hour package.
Block booking
Best block deals in Hertfordshire
Pay for a block of lessons upfront and the hourly rate drops. The best block here saves you £160.
How much do driving lessons cost in Hertfordshire?
Most learners pay £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.
Based on prices from 47 driving schools in Hertfordshire.
Intensive courses in Hertfordshire
Want to pass fast?
33 Hertfordshire schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
Hertfordshire Test Centres and Pass Rates
This massive county covers 23 test centres with 193,495 tests taken between 2024 and 2025, averaging 47.4% overall. Automatic drivers generally struggled here, with rates ranging from 34.9% at Stevenage to 54.9% at Letchworth. The best choice is clearly Letchworth at 58.3%, while Chingford proves toughest at just 36.5% - those North Circular approaches and dense residential streets make it particularly challenging. Men consistently outperformed women across most centres, with typical gaps of 3-5 percentage points, and the mix of London boroughs versus market towns creates vastly different driving conditions from quiet Hertfordshire villages to hectic metropolitan routes.
Letchworth
5,032 tests takenEnfield (Innova Business Park)
8,042 tests takenIsleworth (Fleming Way)
12,106 tests takenMill Hill (London)
8,688 tests takenLeighton Buzzard (Stanbridge Road)
7,529 tests takenPinner (London)
14,672 tests takenBarnet (London)
9,720 tests takenUxbridge (London)
7,378 tests takenHendon (London)
11,608 tests takenSt Albans
6,881 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Letchworth | 57.5% | 58.9% | 54.9% | 58.3% | 5,032 |
| Enfield (Innova Business Park) | 52.7% | 55.1% | 50.9% | 54.1% | 8,042 |
| Isleworth (Fleming Way) | 49.3% | 53.8% | 49.7% | 51.8% | 12,106 |
| Mill Hill (London) | 49.1% | 52.6% | 50.8% | 51.1% | 8,688 |
| Leighton Buzzard (Stanbridge Road) | 47.8% | 53.3% | 46.1% | 51.0% | 7,529 |
| Pinner (London) | 45.7% | 54.7% | 48.1% | 50.3% | 14,672 |
| Barnet (London) | 48.0% | 51.2% | 48.6% | 49.9% | 9,720 |
| Uxbridge (London) | 49.1% | 49.8% | 48.0% | 49.6% | 7,378 |
| Hendon (London) | 47.0% | 51.5% | 49.1% | 49.5% | 11,608 |
| St Albans | 47.5% | 49.2% | 44.8% | 48.4% | 6,881 |