Driving Lessons in Leicestershire

£36
average price
69
driving schools
114
independent instructors
10
test centres

Driving schools and instructors in Leicestershire

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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
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
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
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
Pass My Driving Test

Pass My Driving Test

5(1)

An experienced instructor since 2009 with an excellent pass rate and a string of five-star reviews praising his patience and ability to build confidence. 1.5-hour lessons at £58 or 2-hour lessons at £75, with a teaching approach focused on identifying and addressing individual weaknesses at your own pace.

Manual
Whitwick, Coalville LE67 5BLView school
Drive White School of Motoring

Drive White School of Motoring

5(1)

Nearly 40 years of driving experience with Gary as your instructor, offering patient, approachable tuition in a dual-controlled Ford Focus. Pass Plus courses also available alongside standard lessons.

Manual
Ashby Rd, Coalville LE67 3LAView school
Bardon School of Motoring

Bardon School of Motoring

5(1)70% pass rate

Kevin Holt has maintained a pass rate above 70% since qualifying in 2004, well above the national average of 46%. Lessons take place in a new Hyundai i20 with reversing camera, sensors, and built-in sat nav. Theory, hazard perception, and motorway tuition are all included as standard.

Automatic
Millstone Cottage, South Ln, Bardon Hill, Coalville LE67 1TGView 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
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
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in Leicestershire?

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

Typical
£38
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
Under £30
1
£30–35
5
£35–40
14
£40–45
8

Based on prices from 28 driving schools in Leicestershire.

Intensive courses in Leicestershire

Want to pass fast?

31 Leicestershire schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

Leicestershire Test Centres and Pass Rates

68,763 tests were conducted across Leicestershire's eight centres from 2024 to 2025, with rural Melton Mowbray excelling at 63.9% while inner-city Leicester (Cannock Street) struggles at 37.7%. The county's test routes range from quiet market town streets to challenging city approaches involving the busy A47, A6, and complex roundabout systems around Leicester's outskirts. Women achieved 47.2% compared to men at 47.6%, and automatic pass rates reached 42.4%.

64%

Melton Mowbray

2,486 tests taken
Women62.3%
Men65.3%
Automatic53.2%
53%

Nuneaton

6,634 tests taken
Women51.9%
Men53.0%
Automatic46.5%
51%

Derby (Alvaston)

9,260 tests taken
Women49.6%
Men52.7%
Automatic46.5%
48%

Hinckley

3,465 tests taken
Women49.1%
Men47.6%
Automatic43.1%
46%

Nottingham (Colwick)

11,849 tests taken
Women45.8%
Men45.3%
Automatic41.6%
44%

Leicester (Wigston)

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

Nottingham (Chilwell)

10,561 tests taken
Women42.9%
Men44.7%
Automatic38.7%
44%

Loughborough

5,769 tests taken
Women43.2%
Men44.1%
Automatic33.6%
42%

Coventry

9,102 tests taken
Women40.5%
Men43.6%
Automatic37.6%
38%

Leicester (Cannock Street)

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

Areas in Leicestershire