Driving Lessons in Ripon
Choose from 2 highly-rated driving schools in Ripon, both achieving a perfect 5-star rating with lessons from £40-£46 per hour. Training options include both automatic driving lessons and intensive courses to suit different learning preferences. The nearby Knaresborough and Northallerton test centres both offer strong 58%+ pass rates, giving learners excellent prospects for success.
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Driving Schools in Ripon
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Pass With Paul Ripon
Trained by one of the country's best instructor trainers and passed the ADI assessment first time, Paul teaches defensive driving with an emphasis on safety, hazard anticipation, and responsibility to other road users. At £46/hour or £400 for a 10-hour block, lessons use client-centred learning to build confidence at your own pace. An exceptional first-time pass rate and test day car use at £80 reflect his solid reputation for reliability and professional service.Trained by one of the country's best instructor trainers and passed the ADI assessment first time, Paul teaches defensive driving with an emphasis on safety,...
Fantoni Driving School
Grade A instructor trained by Phil Hirst, one of the country's leading driving instructor trainers, with advanced BTEC Level 4 coaching qualifications that most instructors don't hold. Dan Fantoni uses questioning techniques and confidence-building exercises to help nervous learners, and offers flexible pricing from £40/hour (day rate) to a 45-hour intensive course at £2,150 including test fees and theory materials. Block deals start at £380 for 10 lessons, with automatic lessons at a flat £40 per session.Grade A instructor trained by Phil Hirst, one of the country's leading driving instructor trainers, with advanced BTEC Level 4 coaching qualifications that most...
Block Booking Deals in Ripon
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Intensive Courses in Ripon
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Ripon Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 1 nearby test centre
Knaresborough's excellent 58.5% well exceeds the national average, with 5,305 tests handled between 2024 and 2025. The historic market town's quieter streets and clearer road markings help learners, though the castle area's narrow roads and the A59 bypass require attention. Women slightly outperform men at 59.3% versus 57.9%, while automatic learners achieved a strong 53.6%.
Knaresborough
5,305 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knaresborough | 59.3% | 57.9% | 53.6% | 58.5% | 5,305 |