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
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Driving Schools in Leicester
41 schools
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...
Driving Style
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.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...
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...
Sama's Driving School
Leicester's women-only driving school with a track record of excellent first-time pass rates. Students praise the instructor's patience, clear explanations, and friendly approach, with testimonials highlighting first-attempt passes. One-to-one lessons include refresher courses, motorway training, and mock practical tests to build confidence before your test day.Leicester's women-only driving school with a track record of excellent first-time pass rates. Students praise the instructor's patience, clear explanations, and...
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...
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...
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...
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...
J21 Driving School
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.Known for exceptional rapport with learners, Bal Briah combines patience with reliable, professional tuition at competitive rates. A 2-hour introductory lesson...
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...
360 Driving School
Known for a guaranteed first-time pass promise backed by a triple guarantee and 2-year licence warranty. Instructor Moin specializes in nervous learners, with testimonials praising his calm, patient approach; semi-intensive 20-hour courses are available alongside weekly lessons, motorway training, and Pass Plus courses. Contact for pricing details.Known for a guaranteed first-time pass promise backed by a triple guarantee and 2-year licence warranty. Instructor Moin specializes in nervous learners, with...
British Motoring Academy
Industry experts with over a decade of driver training experience, offering personalized lesson plans matched to your learning style and goals. Bi-lingual instructors speak Urdu, Gujarati, Hindi, Punjabi, Arabic and more, with a money-back guarantee on your risk-free trial lesson if you're not entirely satisfied.Industry experts with over a decade of driver training experience, offering personalized lesson plans matched to your learning style and goals. Bi-lingual...
Premier Driving Academy
An independent school with 21+ years' experience and an 85% pass rate, significantly above the local average of 41%. Specialising in 2-4 week fast track intensive courses at £350 for 9 hours, with standard lessons at £40/hour or £75 for 2 hours. Mock tests (£45/hour) help you assess readiness before test day, and Pass Plus courses are available for £250.An independent school with 21+ years' experience and an 85% pass rate, significantly above the local average of 41%. Specialising in 2-4 week fast track...
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...
Leap Driving School
Grade A instructor known for a calming, relaxed teaching style that puts nervous drivers at ease from day one. Phil Russell emphasises fun and confidence-building over pressure, with pricing from £30/hour or £290 for a 10-hour block, plus longer lessons (1.5 or 2 hours) available at reduced rates for faster progress.Grade A instructor known for a calming, relaxed teaching style that puts nervous drivers at ease from day one. Phil Russell emphasises fun and...
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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 |