Driving Lessons in Leicester
Leicester stands out for its extensive options, featuring 41 driving schools and 40 independent driving instructors with competitive pricing from £30-£40 per hour. The schools achieve excellent 4.9-star ratings, with 20 offering automatic driving lessons and 12 providing female driving instructors. Among the independent driving instructors, 7 are female driving instructors. Test centre performance varies significantly, from Melton Mowbray's impressive 63.9% pass rate to Leicester Cannock Street's challenging 37.7%.
From £30/hr·Average £34/hr
Leicester's Top Picks
Driving Schools in Leicester
41 schools
Karwal Driving School
Established school with a proven track record of first-time pass rates, using progress charts to monitor each lesson and focus on road safety. Free theory test access and Pass Plus courses included, with discounts available for those not in work. Clean Vauxhall Corsas with dual controls, lumber support, and air conditioning make lessons comfortable whether you choose manual or automatic.Established school with a proven track record of first-time pass rates, using progress charts to monitor each lesson and focus on road safety. Free theory test...
Precision Driving
97% first-time pass rate with nearly 20 years' experience and 99% customer recommendation rate. One-on-one practical lessons tailored to your pace, with flexible scheduling to fit around work or study commitments. Modern, well-maintained vehicles equipped with the latest safety features ensure a comfortable learning environment.97% first-time pass rate with nearly 20 years' experience and 99% customer recommendation rate. One-on-one practical lessons tailored to your pace, 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...
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...
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,...
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...
Hussain School of Motoring
Diploma in Advanced Driving Instruction holder with 40 years' teaching experience and an excellent pass rate since 1984. Automatic lessons with free theory training included, one-to-one tuition, and competitive pricing for learners seeking patient, friendly instruction.Diploma in Advanced Driving Instruction holder with 40 years' teaching experience and an excellent pass rate since 1984. Automatic lessons with free theory...
R K Driving Academy
Over 90% first-time pass rate with a specialist female instructor who speaks English, Gujarati, and Hindi. One-to-one lessons tailored to your needs, from complete beginners to refreshers, plus block booking discounts available and Pass Plus training for motorway driving.Over 90% first-time pass rate with a specialist female instructor who speaks English, Gujarati, and Hindi. One-to-one lessons tailored to your needs, from...
Deen Driving School
Grade A instructor with 14+ years' experience offering personal coaching throughout your learning journey. Block discounts available, plus intensive courses, theory training, and mock tests to build confidence before your practical test.Grade A instructor with 14+ years' experience offering personal coaching throughout your learning journey. Block discounts available, plus intensive courses,...
RAM School of Motoring
Consistently praised for calm, instructive teaching with multiple first-time pass reviews across Facebook and Google. Standard rates from £34/hour for manual or £35/hour for automatic, with 10-hour block deals at £340 (manual) or £350 (automatic) including a free extra hour. Student discounts available, plus intensive courses from £185 for 6 hours up to £1,649 for 50 hours with test fees included on packages above 10 hours.Consistently praised for calm, instructive teaching with multiple first-time pass reviews across Facebook and Google. Standard rates from £34/hour for manual or...
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...
Teresa School of Motoring
Instructor since 2002 with a 5-star Yell.com rating and hundreds of satisfied customers, particularly known for rebuilding confidence in nervous learners and first-time passes. Teaches in a new Toyota Yaris with plenty of space and visibility, offering a patient, calm approach that makes learning enjoyable. Intensive courses, Pass Plus, and motorway lessons available; contact for pricing and to request a quote.Instructor since 2002 with a 5-star Yell.com rating and hundreds of satisfied customers, particularly known for rebuilding confidence in nervous learners and...
AC Driving Academy
Leicester-based school offering competitive hourly rates at £32 per hour, with substantial savings on block bookings: 10 hours for £290, 20 hours for £550, or intensive courses from 30 to 40 hours. Modern cars with the latest technology and a focus on building independent, confident drivers beyond test day.Leicester-based school offering competitive hourly rates at £32 per hour, with substantial savings on block bookings: 10 hours for £290, 20 hours for £550, or...
Reliant Driving School
Based in Countesthorpe with a very high first-time pass rate, this instructor offers door-to-door pick-ups across the area and welcomes nervous students. Block booking discounts are available, plus Pass Plus courses, motorway lessons, and refresher courses to suit different needs.Based in Countesthorpe with a very high first-time pass rate, this instructor offers door-to-door pick-ups across the area and welcomes nervous students. Block...
HSP Driving Academy
Known for building confidence in nervous and anxious first-time drivers, HSP combines patient instruction with a client-centred approach that works at your pace. Lessons in Hindi and Punjabi available, plus block discounts and pick-up/drop-off within 15 miles. One student passed first time after starting really nervous, praising the instructors' clarity and patience in explaining mistakes.Known for building confidence in nervous and anxious first-time drivers, HSP combines patient instruction with a client-centred approach that works at your...
Go Automatic Driving School
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.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...
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Leicester Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 4 nearby test centres
Leicester's four centres conducted 37,233 tests between 2024 and 2025, with Hinckley achieving the highest 48.3% pass rate compared to Leicester (Cannock Street)'s challenging 37.7%. The city centre routes involve busy ring roads, complex multi-lane roundabouts, and challenging areas around the university and hospitals where traffic flow can be unpredictable. Men outperformed women at 44.9% versus 42.6%, while automatic learners passed at 38.3%.
Hinckley
3,465 tests takenLeicester (Wigston)
16,361 tests takenLoughborough
5,769 tests takenLeicester (Cannock Street)
11,638 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinckley | 49.1% | 47.6% | 43.1% | 48.3% | 3,465 |
| Leicester (Wigston) | 43.2% | 44.4% | 40.2% | 43.9% | 16,361 |
| Loughborough | 43.2% | 44.1% | 33.6% | 43.7% | 5,769 |
| Leicester (Cannock Street) | 34.7% | 39.8% | 34.2% | 37.7% | 11,638 |