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%.

£34
average price
41
driving schools
40
independent instructors
4
test centres

Driving schools and instructors in Leicester

Showing 2140 of 41
Tony Harding Driving School

Tony Harding Driving School

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.

Manual
Station Rd, Elmesthorpe, Leicester LE9 7SGView school
Teresa School of Motoring

Teresa School of Motoring

5(18)

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.

ManualIntensiveFemale Instructors
135 Gooding Ave, Leicester LE3 1JRView school
Go Automatic Driving School

Go Automatic Driving School

5(3)
10hrs for £250

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.

AutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
Villier Dr, Leicester LE4 3NZView school
Phil Preston Driver Training

Phil Preston Driver Training

5(3)
Block bookings available

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.

Manual
10 Walker Rd, Thurmaston, Leicester LE4 8LRView school
CLS Driving School

CLS Driving School

5(1)
Block bookings available

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.

ManualIntensiveFemale Instructors
Arnold's Cres, Newbold Verdon, Leicester LE9 9LDView school
HSP Driving Academy

HSP Driving Academy

4.9(120)
Block bookings available

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.

ManualAutomatic
Speaks Hindi, Punjabi
60 Collingham Rd, Leicester LE3 2BAView school
Hussain School of Motoring

Hussain School of Motoring

4.9(112)

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.

Automatic
59 Chesterfield Rd, Leicester LE5 5LHView school
Precision Driving

Precision Driving

4.9(99)97% pass rate

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.

ManualEveningsWeekends
4 Rivers St, Leicester LE3 5RXView school
Unit 10 Driver Training College

Unit 10 Driver Training College

4.9(86)

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.

ManualAutomatic
12 Jacklin Dr, Leicester LE4 7SUView school
R K Driving Academy

R K Driving Academy

4.9(40)90% pass rate
Block bookings available

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.

AutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
Speaks Gujarati, Hindi
202A Humberstone Ln, Thurmaston, Leicester LE4 8HHView school
Road Rizz Driving Academy

Road Rizz Driving Academy

4.9(30)95% pass rate

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.

Automatic
24 Barnsdale Rd, Leicester LE4 1ARView school
Reliant Driving School

Reliant Driving School

4.4(5)
Block bookings available

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.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensive
29 Waterloo Cres, Countesthorpe, Leicester LE8 5SUView school
Dude Let's Drive

Dude Let's Drive

4

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.

Automatic
2 Huntingdon Rd, Leicester LE4 9GFView school
POM driving academy

POM driving academy

5(93)
Manual
31 Bloxham Rd, Leicester LE3 9HUView school
Learners Driving Academy

Learners Driving Academy

5(61)
Manual
Hylion Rd, Leicester LE2 6GPView school
Kevin Gaughan ADI

Kevin Gaughan ADI

5(4)
Manual
15A Meadvale Rd, Leicester LE2 3WNView school
Kevin Gaughan ADI

Kevin Gaughan ADI

5(2)
Manual
120 Tuffleys Way, Thorpe Astley, Leicester LE3 3UTView school
Your Driving Academy

Your Driving Academy

4.9(1216)
Manual
38 Colchester Rd, Leicester LE5 2DFView school
Road Rizz Driving Academy

Road Rizz Driving Academy

4.9(335)
Manual
153 Scudamore Rd, Leicester LE3 1UQView school
Jay's Driving Academy

Jay's Driving Academy

4.8(20)
Manual
Essex Rd, Leicester LE4, UKView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in Leicester?

Most learners pay £35–£40 an hour. Under £35 is a good deal, over £45 is at the higher end.

Typical
£36
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
£30–35
5
£35–40
9

Based on prices from 14 driving schools in Leicester.

Intensive courses in Leicester

Want to pass fast?

17 Leicester schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

Leicester Test Centres and Pass Rates

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%.

48%

Hinckley

3,465 tests taken
Women49.1%
Men47.6%
Automatic43.1%
44%

Leicester (Wigston)

16,361 tests taken
Women43.2%
Men44.4%
Automatic40.2%
44%

Loughborough

5,769 tests taken
Women43.2%
Men44.1%
Automatic33.6%
38%

Leicester (Cannock Street)

11,638 tests taken
Women34.7%
Men39.8%
Automatic34.2%

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