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
Tony Harding Driving School
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.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...
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...
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...
Phil Preston Driver Training
Teaching since 1998 with hundreds of successful passes, Phil Preston combines patient instruction with professional credentials including DIA membership and Pass Plus registration. Pricing is available on request, with an introductory offer for beginners and a 10-hour advance payment option, plus Pass Plus courses also available.Teaching since 1998 with hundreds of successful passes, Phil Preston combines patient instruction with professional credentials including DIA membership and...
CLS Driving School
Established over 12 years ago with a reputation for patience and calm instruction, CLS Driving School boasts a high pass rate and competitively priced lessons with discounts available for block bookings. Courses range from intensive programmes to refresher lessons and motorway training, plus Pass Plus qualifications that can unlock insurance discounts. Student reviews highlight the instructor's laid-back approach, particularly effective for nervous or repeat test-takers.Established over 12 years ago with a reputation for patience and calm instruction, CLS Driving School boasts a high pass rate and competitively priced lessons...
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...
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...
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...
Unit 10 Driver Training College
Leicester-based driving school serving the Midlands with a team focused on safe, efficient driving methods. Manual and automatic lessons available, with coverage across the region.Leicester-based driving school serving the Midlands with a team focused on safe, efficient driving methods. Manual and automatic lessons available, with...
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...
Road Rizz Driving Academy
Boasting a 95% first-time pass rate, this academy combines patient, professional instruction with modern automatic vehicles and flexible scheduling. Free cancellation and rescheduling are included, making it straightforward to fit lessons around your life.Boasting a 95% first-time pass rate, this academy combines patient, professional instruction with modern automatic vehicles and flexible scheduling. Free...
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...
Dude Let's Drive
Ash specializes exclusively in automatic driving lessons using modern electric vehicles (Renault Zoe and Nissan Leaf), positioning learners ahead of the 2030 petrol and diesel ban. Lessons focus on building confidence and safe, skillful driving tailored to individual needs, with a smoke-free, air-conditioned learning environment.Ash specializes exclusively in automatic driving lessons using modern electric vehicles (Renault Zoe and Nissan Leaf), positioning learners ahead of the 2030...
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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 |