Driving Lessons in Hertfordshire
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- driving schools
- 287
- independent instructors
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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.
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Hitchin Driving School
Grade A instructor with 20 years' local experience and authentic verified reviews. £48/hour for new beginners, £60 for evenings and weekends, with test car hire from £135. Pass Plus courses also available.
Pass with Perrys
£40 per hour for 2-hour lessons (£80 per session) or £39 per hour in a 10-hour block at £390, with test car use at £120. Established in 1990 with Grade A instructors, this school has helped hundreds of learners pass their test, many on the first attempt. Structured lessons cover the full syllabus while keeping sessions enjoyable, plus Pass Plus and advanced driving courses available after you pass.
Heronswood Driving Tuition
An instructor with 20+ years' experience since 2001, specialising in automatic lessons in a calm, light-hearted atmosphere—nervous pupils of all ages welcome. £40/hour for 1.5-hour lessons or £40/hour for 2-hour lessons, with block deals from £370 for 10 hours up to £1,360 for 40 hours. Intensive courses (15–40 hours) include theory test booking and practical test fees, plus Pass Plus courses available for post-test confidence building.
Dracks School of Motoring
Run by Paul Drackett with 32 years' experience, this independent school teaches with a calm, patient approach that suits nervous learners and complete beginners alike. Lessons are £42/hour (full 60 minutes) or book 11 lessons for £442 with the 11th at just £20, plus flexible lesson lengths from 60 to 120 minutes. Theory test prep, Pass Plus courses (£270 for 6 hours), and motorway instruction are all available.
Ocean Realm Driving
Advanced driving instructor and road safety advocate with coaching expertise across all learner levels. Off-peak lessons at £42/hour or £400 for a 10-hour block (Monday–Friday 9am–5pm), with standard rates at £46/hour; test car usage available for £100 including a pre-test lesson.
Solin Driving
Over 1,000 pupils passed with 100% customer satisfaction and 7+ years' experience. £40/hour or save with block deals from £390 for 10 hours (£39/hour) up to £1,110 for 30 hours (£37/hour). Multiple instructors specialise in building confidence, particularly with learners nervous about roundabouts and test conditions.
ASAP School of Motoring
Known for supporting nervous learners, with a Grade A instructor and 30+ years combined ADI experience. £43/hour for standard lessons, or intensive courses from £410 for 10 hours up to £1,640 for 40 hours—ideal if you've failed a test or are starting from scratch. Full hour lessons with no hidden test-day charges, plus motorway tuition at £50/hour.
drive2freedom
17+ years of experience with a client-centred learning approach using coaching techniques and visual aids. Two-hour lessons at £80 (standard, evening, and weekend), with refresher courses at £84 and motorway lessons from £70–£90. Intensive courses also available.
Mujtaba Driving School
Independent Hertfordshire school offering competitive pricing with limited-time offers: 1.5-hour lessons from £75, 10-hour blocks at £415, and test day packages (£170) including car hire and pre-test tuition. Motorway lessons, Pass Plus courses (£360), and flexible scheduling across weekdays, evenings, and weekends make this school accessible for busy learners.
Chris's Driving School
Grade A instructor with first-time pass testimonials from learners who progressed from zero experience to test-ready in months. Calm, encouraging teaching style in a relaxed environment, with availability across St Albans, Borehamwood, Barnet, and surrounding areas.
FM School of Motoring
Winner of the Top 100 Intelligent Driving Instructor Award in 2023 and 2024, FM School of Motoring claims a 100% first-time pass rate with experienced instructors across Hertfordshire. Block booking discounts are available, and the school offers intensive courses alongside refresher lessons and international licence conversion.
Stevenage Driving School
Instructor Andreas backs a Test Pass Safeguard promise—fail your test and the school pays for the next one. Testimonials highlight his patience and quality teaching, with one learner passing within 6 weeks. Flexible lesson plans, free online course materials, and transparent pricing with full refunds on unused hours.
Filipas Driving Academy
Over 10 years in North London with more than 50% of instructors holding Grade A status—among the rarest qualifications in the UK. One-to-one lessons tailored to each student on new cars, with flexible scheduling Monday to Saturday, 7am–7pm. Call 0787 2311 299 for pricing and tailored packages.
Hello! Driver Training
Grade A instructor since 2002 with a 52% pass rate above the local test centre average and zero dangerous faults on test. Uses Client Centred Learning to tailor lessons to how you learn best, plus a signature 'Luton Challenge' independent drive that's become legendary among pupils. 10 lessons for £490, with motorway training and free theory test access included.
Watford Driving Academy
Bilingual instruction in English, Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi sets this school apart, with instructors trained in advanced driving techniques and mock testing. Students consistently report rapid progress—one learner passed first-time with just 15 lessons—and the school guarantees third-gear driving by lesson one. One-to-one tuition only, no car sharing, with intensive courses concentrated into one or two weeks for those with a test date already booked.
Ashraf Driving School
Award-winning instructor in the top 1% nationally with hundreds of students passed and over 100 five-star reviews. Abu Ashraf specializes in building confidence and delivering first-attempt passes, with modern dual-control vehicles available in both manual and automatic. Contact directly for pricing and availability.
Kingsdriving
Kingsdriving focuses on nervous and part-trained learners, with particular experience supporting those with special needs through to test day. The instructor's approach emphasises identifying individual difficulties and tailoring lessons accordingly, progressing at a pace that builds confidence without overwhelming. Pass Plus courses are also available.
GokhanDrive
Structured, by-the-book teaching method with proven first-time pass results and unique visual aids for complex junctions. Motorway tuition, mock tests, and intensive courses available, plus early test date support to keep your learning on track.
Primed Driving School
Independently owned school run by Krishnen Pillay, a local instructor with 6 years' experience known for patience and strong communication skills. Flexible lesson lengths (1, 1.5, or 2 hours) let you learn at your own pace without burnout, and block booking discounts are now available. Pass Plus courses also offered for newly qualified drivers wanting to build confidence on motorways, in bad weather, and night driving.
BW School of Motoring
Operating for over 25 years with both male and female instructors, this school combines competitive pricing with block booking discounts and a strong track record of test passes. Mock tests for theory and practical, plus Pass Plus courses inclusive of motorway tuition, help learners build confidence before their test day.
Paul Abbess
Otman Abdaless
Maroof Abdul Hardy
Mohammed Abheder
John Adam Gray
Oluwatobi Adebowale Sholoye
Michael Adolphus Wright
Aadil Afridi
Mujtaba Ahmadi
Saqib Ahmed
Nadia Ahmed
Zahoor Ahmed
Zahoor Ahmed
Farouk Ahmed Khan
Gunay Ahmet Veli
Yigit Akdag
Martin Alan Shalet
David Albert Penhallow
Minar Ali
Mohammed Ali
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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
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33 Hertfordshire schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
Hertfordshire Test Centres and Pass Rates
Across 23 centres, 200,397 tests were taken between 2025 and 2026 with huge variation in both pass rates and waits. Letchworth achieved the highest pass rate at 57.5% but demands a 25 week wait, while Enfield Brancroft Way offers just a 2 week wait with 46.1%, though from only 362 tests. The roads around Chingford include the challenging North Circular approaches, busy junctions near the retail parks, and narrow residential streets, contributing to its 39.9% pass rate from 13,120 tests. Women passed at rates from 36.6% at Luton to 57% at Letchworth, while men ranged from 40.6% at Greenock to 57.8% at Letchworth. If you're facing a 23 week wait at Pinner, St Albans offers 7 weeks with a 50.7% pass rate, and Stevenage also takes 7 weeks with 55.3%.
Letchworth
5,243 tests taken · 25 week waitStevenage
4,622 tests taken · 7 week waitEnfield (Innova Business Park)
8,412 tests taken · 20 week waitYeading (London)
6,735 tests taken · 13 week waitUxbridge (London)
6,051 tests taken · 12 week waitMill Hill (London)
9,797 tests taken · 15 week waitHendon (London)
11,086 tests taken · 11 week waitBorehamwood (London)
7,195 tests taken · 11 week waitSt Albans
7,336 tests taken · 7 week waitIsleworth (Fleming Way)
12,687 tests taken · 16 week wait| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests | Wait |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Letchworth | 57.0% | 57.8% | 51.3% | 57.5% | 5,243 | 25 weeks |
| Stevenage | 54.6% | 55.9% | 48.5% | 55.3% | 4,622 | 7 weeks |
| Enfield (Innova Business Park) | 52.3% | 55.0% | 50.0% | 53.9% | 8,412 | 20 weeks |
| Yeading (London) | 50.0% | 54.0% | 51.9% | 52.8% | 6,735 | 13 weeks |
| Uxbridge (London) | 49.2% | 54.1% | 50.3% | 52.3% | 6,051 | 12 weeks |
| Mill Hill (London) | 49.7% | 52.8% | 51.2% | 51.4% | 9,797 | 15 weeks |
| Hendon (London) | 47.4% | 54.3% | 51.0% | 51.4% | 11,086 | 11 weeks |
| Borehamwood (London) | 50.2% | 51.2% | 48.4% | 50.8% | 7,195 | 11 weeks |
| St Albans | 49.2% | 51.9% | 47.7% | 50.7% | 7,336 | 7 weeks |
| Isleworth (Fleming Way) | 48.0% | 52.3% | 47.8% | 50.4% | 12,687 | 16 weeks |