Driving Lessons in Leicestershire
From £22/hr·Average £36/hr
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Driving Schools in Leicestershire
69 schools
Driving Innovation
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.Operating for over 35 years with a 5-star Google rating (150 reviews), this school specialises in both nervous and confident learners seeking structured...
Acceler8 Driving School
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.Perfect for learners seeking structured, methodical instruction with proven results. Sajid's approach focuses on thorough test route preparation and breaking...
DDS Driving School
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.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...
Smiles Driving School
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.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...
No Klutch Driving Academy
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.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...
Dave Hall School of Driving
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.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,...
Richard Harper Driving Tuition
£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.£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,...
UDrive With Vik
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.A highly graded instructor since 2010 with Level 5 qualifications from BSM, Vik brings patience, humour, and multilingual support (Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu) to...
Drive Buddi
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.Leicester's number one intensive course specialist, with named packages like 'Problem-Fixer' (16 hours, £752 manual) and 'Bootcamp' (30 hours, £1137 manual)...
Local Driving Academy
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.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...
Laura's Learners Driving School
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.Instructor with specialist training in driving test nerves and anxiety, drawing on experience running a theatre school where she built young people's...
Bob Smith School of Motoring
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.Specialists in automatic driving lessons and eco-safe driving with 25+ years of instruction experience. £37/hour for both manual and automatic lessons, with...
Road Map Signs Driving School
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 £90.95% 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,...
ABC Driver Training
Grade A instructor with over 20 years' experience offering patient, friendly tuition in automatic and manual lessons. £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, with student rates at £38/hour. Pass Plus courses, motorway driving, and refresher lessons for full licence holders also available.Grade A instructor with over 20 years' experience offering patient, friendly tuition in automatic and manual lessons. £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, with...
SteerIt
Loyalty rewards set this school apart: get your 5th and 10th hours free when you take regular lessons and claim a loyalty card. £35/hour or £290 for a 10-hour block (saving £60), with extended 1.5 and 2-hour options available. Student discounts apply, and recent reviews highlight patient instruction and quick progress, with one learner passing in just 3 months after switching instructors.Loyalty rewards set this school apart: get your 5th and 10th hours free when you take regular lessons and claim a loyalty card. £35/hour or £290 for a 10-hour...
Trevor Duncan Driving School
Known for building confidence in nervous learners, Trevor offers structured lessons tailored to individual needs with a patient, encouraging approach backed by 265 five-star reviews. Standard rates from £38/hour with substantial block discounts (10 hours weekday £370, 20 hours £735), plus 2-day and 5-day intensive courses from £880. Test car hire available at £76, and Pass Plus courses also on offer.Known for building confidence in nervous learners, Trevor offers structured lessons tailored to individual needs with a patient, encouraging approach backed by...
Mark McKeon Driver Training
Grade 5 instructor with ROSPA Gold Award and Diamond Advanced Motorist credentials, teaching since 2000. Lessons are strictly one-to-one and always run the full hour at £40/hour, or £390 for a 10-hour block. Calm, patient teaching style focused on safe driving for life, with a well-equipped Renault Clio featuring dual controls, sat-nav, and height-adjustable seats.Grade 5 instructor with ROSPA Gold Award and Diamond Advanced Motorist credentials, teaching since 2000. Lessons are strictly one-to-one and always run the full...
Y.M Driving Academy
Multi-award winning school with competitive pricing from £30/hour, or £290 for a 10-hour block and £560 for 20 hours. Free pick-up and drop-off service included, plus test day car hire available at £100 for 2 hours.Multi-award winning school with competitive pricing from £30/hour, or £290 for a 10-hour block and £560 for 20 hours. Free pick-up and drop-off service...
Dr1ve School
Specialising in intensive driving courses with many pupils passing first time within 10 days. £35 per hour for 2-hour lessons, or £33 per hour with a 10-hour block at £330; students get £33/hour rates. Test day car hire costs £125, and Pass Plus courses are available at £250 for 6 hours.Specialising in intensive driving courses with many pupils passing first time within 10 days. £35 per hour for 2-hour lessons, or £33 per hour with a 10-hour...
Trevor Duncan Driving School
Ranked 59th out of 1,060 UK driving instructors with 265 five-star reviews on FreeIndex, Trevor Duncan specializes in building confidence for nervous learners through patient, structured tuition. Standard lessons at £38/hour with substantial block discounts (10 hours weekday £370, 20 hours £735), plus 2-day and 5-day intensive courses from £880 to £2000. Test car hire available at £76, and Pass Plus courses also offered.Ranked 59th out of 1,060 UK driving instructors with 265 five-star reviews on FreeIndex, Trevor Duncan specializes in building confidence for nervous learners...
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Leicestershire Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 10 nearby test centres
68,763 tests were conducted across Leicestershire's eight centres from 2024 to 2025, with rural Melton Mowbray excelling at 63.9% while inner-city Leicester (Cannock Street) struggles at 37.7%. The county's test routes range from quiet market town streets to challenging city approaches involving the busy A47, A6, and complex roundabout systems around Leicester's outskirts. Women achieved 47.2% compared to men at 47.6%, and automatic pass rates reached 42.4%.
Melton Mowbray
2,486 tests takenNuneaton
6,634 tests takenDerby (Alvaston)
9,260 tests takenHinckley
3,465 tests takenNottingham (Colwick)
11,849 tests takenLeicester (Wigston)
16,361 tests takenNottingham (Chilwell)
10,561 tests takenLoughborough
5,769 tests takenCoventry
9,102 tests takenLeicester (Cannock Street)
11,638 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melton Mowbray | 62.3% | 65.3% | 53.2% | 63.9% | 2,486 |
| Nuneaton | 51.9% | 53.0% | 46.5% | 52.5% | 6,634 |
| Derby (Alvaston) | 49.6% | 52.7% | 46.5% | 51.3% | 9,260 |
| Hinckley | 49.1% | 47.6% | 43.1% | 48.3% | 3,465 |
| Nottingham (Colwick) | 45.8% | 45.3% | 41.6% | 45.5% | 11,849 |
| Leicester (Wigston) | 43.2% | 44.4% | 40.2% | 43.9% | 16,361 |
| Nottingham (Chilwell) | 42.9% | 44.7% | 38.7% | 43.9% | 10,561 |
| Loughborough | 43.2% | 44.1% | 33.6% | 43.7% | 5,769 |
| Coventry | 40.5% | 43.6% | 37.6% | 42.3% | 9,102 |
| Leicester (Cannock Street) | 34.7% | 39.8% | 34.2% | 37.7% | 11,638 |