Driving Lessons in Loughborough

Loughborough's 21 driving schools have achieved a perfect 5-star average rating, with 37 independent driving instructors also serving the area including 10 independent female driving instructors. Prices range from £22 to £42 per hour, averaging £38 across 11 schools with pricing. Nine schools offer automatic driving lessons, three offer female driving instructors, and 11 provide intensive courses. The local Loughborough test centre has a 42.3% pass rate, notably lower than Nottingham (Chilwell) at 49.9%.

£38
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21
driving schools
37
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3
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Driving lessons in Loughborough

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Dave Hall School of Driving

Dave Hall School of Driving

5(108)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

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.

Manual
14 Park Rd, Sileby, Loughborough LE12 7TJView school
Richard Harper Driving Tuition

Richard Harper Driving Tuition

5(67)
From £40/hr

£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.

ManualTest car available
22 Raymond Ave, Loughborough LE11 5YWView school
UDrive With Vik

UDrive With Vik

5(59)
From £42/hr10hrs for £400Save £20

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.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
Speaks Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu
21 Holmestead Cl, Costock, Loughborough LE12 6XPView school
Drive Buddi

Drive Buddi

5(33)
From £22/hr10hrs for £200Save £20

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.

EveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
13 Old Way, Hathern, Loughborough LE12 5HNView school
Local Driving Academy

Local Driving Academy

5(20)
From £35/hr10hrs for £335Save £15

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.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensive
120 Valley Rd, Loughborough LE11 3QAView school
Laura's Learners Driving School

Laura's Learners Driving School

5(16)
From £40/hr

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.

ManualFemale Instructors
Mill Hill Leys, Wymeswold, Loughborough LE12 6UUView school
ABC Driver Training

ABC Driver Training

5(3)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

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.

ManualAutomaticFemale Instructors
5 Coniston Cres, Loughborough LE11 3RQView school
Trevor Duncan Driving School

Trevor Duncan Driving School

5(2)
From £38/hr10hrs for £370Save £10

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.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
Elms Grove, Barrow upon Soar, Loughborough LE12 8SLView school
Mark McKeon Driver Training

Mark McKeon Driver Training

5(1)
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

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.

ManualIntensive
Alan Moss Rd, Loughborough LE11 5LXView school
Trevor Duncan Driving School

Trevor Duncan Driving School

4.9(114)
From £38/hr10hrs for £370Save £10

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.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
Damson Dr, Barrow upon Soar, Loughborough LE12 8YQView school
myDrive Loughborough

myDrive Loughborough

4.7(113)
From £38/hr10hrs for £360Save £20

Experienced instructor with a track record of first-time passes and strong five-star reviews praising both teaching quality and approachability. Lessons start at £38/hour weekdays or £360 for a 10-hour block, with weekend and evening rates at £40/hour or £380 for 10 hours. Minimum 2-hour lessons with flexible scheduling and new cars provided.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensive
24 Brush Dr, Loughborough LE11 1LTView school
Ali's Driving School

Ali's Driving School

5(96)100% pass rate
Block bookings available

100% pass rate with a single experienced instructor who prioritises building confidence alongside test readiness. Block bookings for 10 hours offer better value than pay-as-you-learn, plus semi-intensive courses available for those keen to pass quickly. Test day car hire included with a 2-hour lesson before your test.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
Ali Driving School, 60 King Edward Rd, Loughborough LE11 1RZView school
Excel Driving School

Excel Driving School

5(56)
Block bookings available

Known for high pass rates and patient instruction, Excel Driving School offers flexible lesson scheduling including evenings and weekends to fit around your commitments. Block booking deals and intensive courses from 3 to 10 days are available, with pricing details provided on request; the school also accepts bank transfer and cash payments to keep lessons affordable.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
Great Central Rd, Loughborough LE11 1BTView school
Drive and Pass Driving School

Drive and Pass Driving School

5(42)

Instructor John specialises in rebuilding confidence in anxious and returning drivers, with a track record of first-time passes averaging just 3 minor faults. His methodical, patient approach uses in-car video feedback and structured progression from quiet roads to test-standard driving, with pupils consistently achieving 0-5 faults on test day. Flexible scheduling adapts to your pace, whether you need 30 weeks at one lesson per week or accelerated training to meet a deadline.

ManualAutomatic
5 Cromwell Dr, East Leake, Loughborough LE12 6LZView school
4front Driving School

4front Driving School

5(18)

Instructor with a teaching background (PGCE qualification) and experience as a therapist, known for a calm and patient approach that's particularly effective with neurodivergent learners. Automatic lessons only in an all-electric car, with free access to digital learning resources, theory test support, and Pass Plus courses from £240. Two-hour trial lessons available with no commitment.

Automatic
305 Park Rd, Loughborough LE11 2HFView school
Alec Hatwood Automatic Driving Coach

Alec Hatwood Automatic Driving Coach

5(13)
50hrs for £1899.99

Automatic driving specialist with over 20 years' experience since 2005, known for working with nervous and neurodiverse learners in a patient, calm approach. Two-hour lessons at £89.99 pay-as-you-go, or save significantly with block deals from £259.99 for 3 lessons up to £1,899.99 for 25 lessons. New clients get 50% off their first lesson (£44.99).

AutomaticIntensive
Loughborough LE11 2LGView school
A6 Driver Training

A6 Driver Training

5(5)
6hrs for £350

Former secondary school music teacher Paul Lyttle brings a patient, relaxed approach to instruction, with a philosophy that there's only one way to drive, whether you're learning or holding a full licence. £59 for 90-minute lessons or £350 for a 6-lesson block, with test day bookings from £59 including a warm-up drive and use of the school car.

ManualTest car available
34 Woodlands Dr, Loughborough LE11 2DDView school
Easy Pass Driving School

Easy Pass Driving School

5(3)
Block bookings available

Operating for over 17 years with a single dedicated instructor, this school focuses on quality tuition rather than volume, rejecting the cheap first-lesson model. Block bookings of 10, 20, or 30 hours save money per hour, while pay-as-you-learn and intensive courses cater to different schedules. Free theory test access and a Guarantee Pass course (unique to this school) are included, plus Pass Plus courses at £150.

ManualIntensiveTest car available
5 Holland Cl, Loughborough LE11 1EFView school
Jamal's Automatic Driving School

Jamal's Automatic Driving School

4.9(121)95% pass rate
Block bookings available

Established in 2008, this school boasts a 95% overall pass rate with over 10 years of experience teaching nervous and confident learners alike. The instructor specializes in building road confidence through safe, enjoyable lessons, with hundreds of first-time passes and Pass Plus courses also available.

ManualAutomaticTest car available
26 Glebe St, Loughborough LE11 1JRView school
Steve Morris Driving School

Steve Morris Driving School

5(52)
Manual
56 Brook St, Wymeswold, Loughborough LE12 6TUView school

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Muhammed Amir Hamzah

Elizabeth Anne Bruce

Female ADI

Barbara Barlow

Female ADI

Jeremy Broster

Frank Carl Lallo

Catherine Chawda

Female ADI

Faruque Choudhury

Mazed Choudhury

Roy Cousins

Richard Harper

Simon Harrison

Julie Hollier

Female ADI

Alison Hurry

Female ADI

Caroline Ives

Female ADI

Brian J. Mcconnell

Robert John Brind

Trevor John William Duncan

Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in Loughborough?

Most learners pay £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.

Typical
£40
Most pay
£40–£45
Schools
Under £35
1
£35–40
4
£40–45
6

Based on prices from 11 driving schools in Loughborough.

Intensive courses in Loughborough

Want to pass fast?

11 Loughborough schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

Loughborough Test Centres and Pass Rates

The Loughborough area has three centres where 29,115 tests were taken between 2025 and 2026, and the average pass rate of 44.1% is well below the national 50%. Nottingham at Chilwell offers the best chance with a pass rate of 49.9%, women at 49.1% and men at 50.5%, plus the shortest wait at 8 weeks. Leicester on Cannock Street recorded 40.2% overall with women at 37.3% and men at 42.3%, though you'll only wait 6 weeks for a test. Automatic drivers struggled across all three centres, with Loughborough seeing just 33.2% and Leicester 35.3%. The roads around Leicester include dense urban traffic, narrow terraced streets with heavy parking, and multi-lane junctions that demand good lane discipline.

50%

Nottingham (Chilwell)

9,415 tests taken · 8 week wait
Women49.1%
Men50.5%
Automatic43.4%
42%

Loughborough

5,502 tests taken · 23 week wait
Women42.3%
Men42.4%
Automatic33.2%
40%

Leicester (Cannock Street)

14,198 tests taken · 6 week wait
Women37.3%
Men42.3%
Automatic35.3%

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