Driving Lessons in Leicestershire

Leicestershire offers 69 driving schools and 114 independent driving instructors spread across the region. Schools average an excellent 4.9-star rating, with lesson prices typically ranging from £22 to £45 per hour (averaging £36). Automatic driving lessons are available at 30 schools, intensive courses at 31, and female driving instructors at 17 schools, while 32 independent female driving instructors also serve the area. Test centre pass rates vary dramatically across the region, from Melton Mowbray's outstanding 69.7% down to Coventry and Leicester Cannock Street at 40%.

£36
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Driving lessons in Leicestershire

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Drive Buddi

Drive Buddi

Automatic

5(33)
From £22/hr10hrs for £200Save £20

Leicester's number one intensive course specialist, with named packages like 'Problem-Fixer' (16 hours, £752 manual) and 'Bootcamp' (30 hours, £1137 manual) designed for learners at different experience levels. Standard lessons start from £22/hour with 10-hour blocks at £200, plus Pass Plus courses available. Most students pass with little to no minor faults, and every intensive package includes test car use and 24/7 support.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
13 Old Way, Hathern, Loughborough LE12 5HNView school
Bob Smith School of Motoring

Bob Smith School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

5(9)
From £37/hr

Specialists in automatic driving lessons and eco-safe driving with 25+ years of instruction experience. £37/hour for both manual and automatic lessons, with pick-up and drop-off available. Nervous drivers particularly welcome, backed by patient, flexible teaching that's earned praise for never letting students give up.

EveningsWeekends
65 Seaton Rd, Wigston LE18 2BZView school
Go Automatic Driving School

Go Automatic Driving School

Automatic

5(3)
From £26/hr10hrs for £250Save £10

Instructor Ewelina brings 6 years of teaching experience, having trained drivers across Poland before joining the UK as an ADI. Her calm, patient approach is designed to ease first-lesson nerves, with lessons in a modern Toyota Yaris Hybrid focusing on road position and speed rather than gear changes. Pay-as-you-go rates start at £39 for 90 minutes or £52 for 2 hours, with a 10-hour package at £250; students get 5% off with valid ID.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
Villier Dr, Leicester LE4 3NZView school
Driving Style

Driving Style

Manual

From £34/hr

Specialist in teaching learners with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, asperger's, dyspraxia, and deaf students (BSL certified level 1, 2 & 3). One-to-one lessons at £35/hour, £51 for 1.5 hours, or £68 for 2 hours, with mini-intensive courses available for students who've passed their theory test and have previous driving experience.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
56 Halford St, Leicester LE1 1TQView school

Abdul Razaq Siddiq

Automatic

From £38/hr
LE1, LE2, LE5, LE18View instructor
Driving Innovation

Driving Innovation

Manual and automatic

5(409)
From £34/hr10hrs for £330Save £10

Operating for over 35 years with a 5-star Google rating (150 reviews), this school specialises in both nervous and confident learners seeking structured progression. Manual lessons start at £35/hour or £330 for 10 hours; automatic at £36/hour or £340 for 10 hours, with 20 and 30-hour block deals also available. Intensive courses run over 5, 7, 10 or 14 days, and recent reviews highlight exceptional customer service and patient, empathetic instruction.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
119 Brabazon Rd, Oadby, Leicester LE2 5HHView school
Acceler8 Driving School

Acceler8 Driving School

Manual and automatic

5(404)
From £33/hr10hrs for £330

Perfect for learners seeking structured, methodical instruction with proven results. Sajid's approach focuses on thorough test route preparation and breaking down tricky manoeuvres like parallel parking into manageable steps, with many students passing first time. At £35/hour or £330 for a 10-hour block, lessons include in-car video feedback to track your progress.

EveningsWeekendsTest car available
9 Plymouth Dr, Leicester LE5 5NNView school
DDS Driving School

DDS Driving School

Manual and automatic

5(326)
From £35/hr10hrs for £350

DDS Driving School has helped over 500 learners pass their test with a focus on personalised, supportive tuition. Block deals start at £350 for 10 hours (manual or automatic), with a 20-hour package at £700, and intensive courses available for those aiming to pass within two weeks.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
128 Braunstone Ave, Leicester LE3 1LEView school
Smiles Driving School

Smiles Driving School

Manual

5(169)
From £42/hr10hrs for £400Save £20

Money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied with any lesson, plus fixed rates locked in until you pass your test. £42/hour Monday–Thursday (8am–5pm) or £45 on Saturdays, with 10-hour blocks at £400 and £440 respectively. Intensive courses available from £750 for 3 days or £1,500 for 5 days, designed for learners ready to progress quickly.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
2-4 Main St, Markfield LE67 9UUView school
No Klutch Driving Academy

No Klutch Driving Academy

Automatic

5(141)
From £32.50/hr10hrs for £330

Instructors with 15+ years of experience specializing in automatic driving lessons at budget-friendly rates. £35/hour for single lessons, £330 for a 10-hour block booking, or £100 for test day tuition including an hour's instruction. Personalized lessons tailored to your skill level and learning pace, with dual-controlled cars and motorway training available.

IntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
162 Wintersdale Rd, Leicester LE5 2GNView school
Dave Hall School of Driving

Dave Hall School of Driving

Manual

5(108)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Grade A instructor with a Police Advanced Driver background and 17 years' experience running this independent school. £40/hour or £380 for a 10-lesson package, with Pass Plus courses also available at £300 for the six-hour module.

14 Park Rd, Sileby, Loughborough LE12 7TJView school
Richard Harper Driving Tuition

Richard Harper Driving Tuition

Manual

5(67)
From £40/hr

£40/hour with a money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied after any lesson. Grade A instructor with a first-time pass rate well above the local average, known for getting learners behind the wheel from lesson one rather than sitting by the roadside. Motorway lessons available from £90 for 2 hours, plus Pass Plus courses at £250.

Test car available
22 Raymond Ave, Loughborough LE11 5YWView school
UDrive With Vik

UDrive With Vik

Manual

5(59)
From £42/hr10hrs for £400Save £20

A highly graded instructor since 2010 with Level 5 qualifications from BSM, Vik brings patience, humour, and multilingual support (Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu) to every lesson. At £42/hour or £400 for a 10-hour block, lessons are structured around your individual learning style, with free theory software, reflective logbooks, and progress tracking included. Test day car hire available for £130.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
Speaks Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu
21 Holmestead Cl, Costock, Loughborough LE12 6XPView school
J21 Driving School

J21 Driving School

Manual

5(24)
From £36/hr10hrs for £340Save £20

Known for exceptional rapport with learners, Bal Briah combines patience with reliable, professional tuition at competitive rates. A 2-hour introductory lesson costs just £65, or commit to a 10-hour block for £315 and save £20 on standard pricing. Student discounts are available, making this a budget-friendly choice for first-time passers.

57 Gavin Cl, Thorpe Astley, Leicester LE3 3UGView school
Tony Harding Driving School

Tony Harding Driving School

Manual

5(22)
10hrs for £345

Block bookings at £345 for 10 hours offer guaranteed weekly slots and protection against fuel price increases, with casual 1-hour and 1.5-hour lessons also available. Students consistently pass first time and praise Tony's calm, confidence-building approach. Every new starter receives a free copy of the official Highway Code.

Station Rd, Elmesthorpe, Leicester LE9 7SGView school
Local Driving Academy

Local Driving Academy

Manual and automatic

5(20)
From £35/hr10hrs for £335Save £15

Local Driving Academy helps learners pass in 30 hours or less, well below the UK average. Manual lessons start at £35/hour or £335 for 10 hours, while automatic lessons are £40/hour or £380 for 10 hours; book 30+ hours and get free motorway tuition. Student and NHS discounts apply across all packages, plus Pass Plus courses available at £300 with a 10% discount if you pass with them.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
120 Valley Rd, Loughborough LE11 3QAView school
Laura's Learners Driving School

Laura's Learners Driving School

Manual

5(16)
From £40/hr

Instructor with specialist training in driving test nerves and anxiety, drawing on experience running a theatre school where she built young people's confidence. Lessons at £40 per hour (1.5-hour or 2-hour options), with motorway driving available. Currently has a waiting list but offers mock tests and flexible pacing to suit different learning abilities.

Female Instructors
Mill Hill Leys, Wymeswold, Loughborough LE12 6UUView school
Alec Hatwood Automatic Driving Coach

Alec Hatwood Automatic Driving Coach

Automatic

5(13)
From £45/hr50hrs for £1,899.99Save £350

Automatic driving specialist with over 20 years' experience since 2005, known for working with nervous and neurodiverse learners in a patient, calm approach. Two-hour lessons at £89.99 pay-as-you-go, or save significantly with block deals from £259.99 for 3 lessons up to £1,899.99 for 25 lessons. New clients get 50% off their first lesson (£44.99).

Intensive
Loughborough LE11 2LGView school
Road Map Signs Driving School

Road Map Signs Driving School

Automatic

5(8)95% pass rate
From £30/hr10hrs for £280Save £20

95% first-time pass rate with lessons from just £30/hour, or £280 for a 10-hour block. Specialises in automatic vehicles with multilingual instructors (English, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi, Gujarati) and free pick-up and drop-off included. Test car available for your driving day at £90.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
Speaks Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi, Gujarati
30 Tolcarne Rd, Leicester LE5 1JBView school
A6 Driver Training

A6 Driver Training

Manual

5(5)
From £39/hr6hrs for £350

Former secondary school music teacher Paul Lyttle brings a patient, relaxed approach to instruction, with a philosophy that there's only one way to drive, whether you're learning or holding a full licence. £59 for 90-minute lessons or £350 for a 6-lesson block, with test day bookings from £59 including a warm-up drive and use of the school car.

Test car available
34 Woodlands Dr, Loughborough LE11 2DDView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in Leicestershire?

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
Under £30
3
£30–35
9
£35–40
13
£40–45
8

Based on prices from 33 driving schools in Leicestershire.

Intensive courses in Leicestershire

Want to pass fast?

31 Leicestershire schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

Leicestershire Test Centres and Pass Rates

Leicestershire has the widest spread you'll see. Melton Mowbray has a pass rate of 70%, putting it in the top 5% of centres in Britain and far above the national figure of 50%, and its automatic pass rate of 63% is the best around. It also has the longest wait, about 4½ months, against about a month at Nottingham Chilwell. Coventry and Leicester Cannock Street, both on 40%, are among the weakest 5% in the country, with Loughborough on 42% in the bottom tenth. A trip to Melton only makes sense if you can get to know its roads first.

70%

Melton Mowbray

1,984 tests taken · typical wait 4½ months
Manual pass rate71.3%
Automatic pass rate62.6%
53%

Nuneaton

6,764 tests taken · typical wait 2 months
Manual pass rate57.5%
Automatic pass rate45.5%
52%

Derby (Alvaston)

8,086 tests taken · typical wait 3 months
Manual pass rate54.5%
Automatic pass rate46.3%
51%

Leicester (Wigston)

18,868 tests taken · typical wait 3 months
Manual pass rate53.8%
Automatic pass rate46.1%
50%

Nottingham (Chilwell)

9,415 tests taken · typical wait 1 month
Manual pass rate52.2%
Automatic pass rate43.4%
46%

Hinckley

4,866 tests taken · typical wait 2 months
Manual pass rate48.5%
Automatic pass rate37.5%
46%

Nottingham (Colwick)

15,150 tests taken · typical wait 3 months
Manual pass rate48.6%
Automatic pass rate42.4%
42%

Loughborough

5,502 tests taken · typical wait 2½ months
Manual pass rate44.6%
Automatic pass rate33.2%
40%

Leicester (Cannock Street)

14,198 tests taken · typical wait 2 months
Manual pass rate42.2%
Automatic pass rate35.3%
40%

Coventry

13,771 tests taken · typical wait 2½ months
Manual pass rate42.1%
Automatic pass rate35.6%

Areas in Leicestershire