Driving Lessons in Northamptonshire
From £25/hr·Average £39/hr
Northamptonshire's Top Picks
Driving Schools in Northamptonshire
48 schools
Final Driving School
Intensive courses with test booking included, ranging from 12 to 42 hours depending on your experience level, priced from £627 to £1,707. Hourly lessons start at £39.99 for a 1.5-hour trial, with 2-hour sessions at £78 and block deals offering significant savings (10 hours for £359, 15 hours for £539, 20 hours for £699). Multiple instructors including Izzet and Huseyin have earned strong reviews for patient, methodical teaching that helps learners pass first time.Intensive courses with test booking included, ranging from 12 to 42 hours depending on your experience level, priced from £627 to £1,707. Hourly lessons start...
Lawrence's Driving School
Grade A instructor with a patient, encouraging coaching style that helps nervous learners build confidence. £46/hour (2-hour minimum) or £43/hour with a 10-hour block booking (£430 total, saving £30). Free theory test training included for all pupils.Grade A instructor with a patient, encouraging coaching style that helps nervous learners build confidence. £46/hour (2-hour minimum) or £43/hour with a 10-hour...
Hulatt Automatic Driving Academy
Named a Top 100 Driving Instructor for two consecutive years, Peter brings 9 years of HGV experience and specialist training as a disability driving instructor, making him particularly skilled with anxious and nervous learners. Lessons start at £42/hour with a 10.5-hour block (7 lessons) at £415, and he emphasises longer 1.5-hour sessions (£63) for better progress. His focus on tailored, structured tuition means you'll learn not just to pass, but to drive safely for life.Named a Top 100 Driving Instructor for two consecutive years, Peter brings 9 years of HGV experience and specialist training as a disability driving instructor,...
Drive with Clive
Specialising in nervous and anxious learners, this instructor brings 40+ years of driving expertise and advanced qualifications including Master's in Road Craft with Distinction. £44 per hour (2-hour lessons only) or £415 for a 10-hour block, with a calm, patient teaching style that builds confidence at your pace.Specialising in nervous and anxious learners, this instructor brings 40+ years of driving expertise and advanced qualifications including Master's in Road Craft...
Cats Eyes Driving School
Run by Steve with 20+ years of driving tuition experience, this school caters to nervous pupils and those with special needs, offering disabled driving lessons and defensive driving tuition alongside standard learner training. Single lessons cost £39/hour, dropping to £38/hour for 10-lesson blocks and £37/hour for 20-lesson blocks, with pick-up and drop-off included. Minibus training and D1 licence lessons also available.Run by Steve with 20+ years of driving tuition experience, this school caters to nervous pupils and those with special needs, offering disabled driving lessons...
MSM - Mitton School of Motoring
Tracy brings 25 years of secondary school teaching experience to her instruction, combining proven coaching skills with a genuine passion for driving. One-to-one lessons at £41/hour or £400 for a 10-hour block, with intensive and semi-intensive courses available. Track your progress in real-time using the Total Drive app to see exactly how you're advancing towards your test.Tracy brings 25 years of secondary school teaching experience to her instruction, combining proven coaching skills with a genuine passion for driving....
Ambition to Drive
A calm and patient instructor with a track record of helping learners pass first time, including multiple family members. Standard lessons at £39/hour, with beginner-friendly 2-hour sessions at £60 and block deals from £228 for 6 hours. Pass Plus courses also available.A calm and patient instructor with a track record of helping learners pass first time, including multiple family members. Standard lessons at £39/hour, with...
NonStop Driving School
Instructor Shabir has built a strong reputation for patient, encouraging teaching with multiple first-time pass testimonials highlighting his knowledge of roundabouts and readiness assessment. £40/hour for 2-hour lessons, or choose from flexible packages: 10 hours for £370, 20 hours for £738, or the standout unlimited package at £2,350 including free test day car and instructor support. Pass Plus courses also available.Instructor Shabir has built a strong reputation for patient, encouraging teaching with multiple first-time pass testimonials highlighting his knowledge of...
Northampton Driving School
Specialises in automatic driving lessons with patient instructors and high first-time pass rates. Standard packages range from £38/hour (2-hour lesson) down to £35.50/hour with the 20-hour block at £710, plus intensive courses from £44/hour if you need faster results. Test booking service available at £110, including the DVSA fee.Specialises in automatic driving lessons with patient instructors and high first-time pass rates. Standard packages range from £38/hour (2-hour lesson) down to...
aDriving School
8 to 9 out of 10 customers pass first time, with most beginners needing just 20-30 hours of tuition. Lessons from £39/hour or £390 for a 10-hour block, plus intensive courses available for those aiming to pass within 1-2 weeks. Known for specialising in nervous and less confident learners with a client-centred teaching approach and strong local test route expertise.8 to 9 out of 10 customers pass first time, with most beginners needing just 20-30 hours of tuition. Lessons from £39/hour or £390 for a 10-hour block, plus...
Envision Driving Academy
Two instructors with over 50 years combined experience in training and development, trained in adult coaching techniques. Two-hour lessons at £44/hour or £42/hour as part of a 10-hour block (£420), plus mock tests and Pass Plus courses available. Personalised approach adapting to individual learning styles with emphasis on building confidence alongside competence.Two instructors with over 50 years combined experience in training and development, trained in adult coaching techniques. Two-hour lessons at £44/hour or...
Driving Point
Perfect 5.0 rating across 95 reviews, with multiple first-time passes and students praising instructor Sunny's patience and ability to build confidence. Manual lessons from £40/hour (off-peak) or £80 for two hours, automatic at £42/hour, plus block deals from £195 for 5 hours. Intensive courses available for those needing accelerated learning.Perfect 5.0 rating across 95 reviews, with multiple first-time passes and students praising instructor Sunny's patience and ability to build confidence. Manual...
Driving Solution
Competitive pricing with flexible lesson lengths: £38/hour off-peak (weekdays 8am–5pm) or £42 in evenings and weekends, plus a 10-hour block at £380. Beginners can start with four 45-minute intro lessons for £90, while intensive courses from £590 (including test booking) compress learning into 1–3 weeks.Competitive pricing with flexible lesson lengths: £38/hour off-peak (weekdays 8am–5pm) or £42 in evenings and weekends, plus a 10-hour block at £380. Beginners...
Pro-motion School of Motoring
Pro-motion School of Motoring specialises in nervous and less confident drivers with training in specialised coaching techniques to build confidence behind the wheel. £40 per hour for pay-as-you-go lessons, or £37 per hour when booking 6 or more hours; they recommend 2-hour lessons to cover varied roads and traffic conditions. Modern automatic and manual cars available, including a brand new electric Volkswagen ID3.Pro-motion School of Motoring specialises in nervous and less confident drivers with training in specialised coaching techniques to build confidence behind the...
Fast Start Driving School
Founded by Ollie Byrne after leaving a school built on false promises, Fast Start prioritises integrity and genuine support over upselling. Standard lessons from £32.50/hour (2-hour beginner package) up to £39/hour for automatic, with 10-hour blocks at £38/hour and 30-hour packages at £36/hour; intensive courses available from £45/hour if you need to book more than two lessons weekly. Unique raffle draws offer chances to win up to 30 hours of lessons from just £1.Founded by Ollie Byrne after leaving a school built on false promises, Fast Start prioritises integrity and genuine support over upselling. Standard lessons...
DriveCraft
DriveCraft stands out for instructors like Bogdan and Chikko, who consistently help learners pass first time with minimal hours (one student passed with zero faults, another in just 30 hours). Reviews highlight their calm, patient approach and ability to transform nervous learners into confident drivers. Lessons start at £40/hour with substantial block discounts: 10 hours for £380, 20 hours for £740, or 40 hours for £1,440.DriveCraft stands out for instructors like Bogdan and Chikko, who consistently help learners pass first time with minimal hours (one student passed with zero...
A-Pass Driving School
Money-back guarantee if you're unhappy with your lesson, plus 24 years of experience delivering calm, supportive instruction. £37.50/hour for standard lessons or £360 for a 10-hour block (saving £15), with flexible scheduling and test route familiarisation as your test date approaches.Money-back guarantee if you're unhappy with your lesson, plus 24 years of experience delivering calm, supportive instruction. £37.50/hour for standard lessons...
Karl's Driving School
Established for over 30 years with more than 1,000 test passes, Karl's Driving School combines patient instruction with a relaxed learning environment designed to build confidence quickly. Manual lessons from £25/hour or £220 for a 10-hour block; automatic from £45/hour with intensive courses starting at £199 for 9 hours. No extra charges for evening or weekend lessons, and a discounted first lesson at £30 for 2 hours.Established for over 30 years with more than 1,000 test passes, Karl's Driving School combines patient instruction with a relaxed learning environment designed...
Meadow Driving School
One-to-one tuition with flexible lesson lengths from 1 to 2 hours, priced from £40/hour with substantial block booking discounts (10 x 1.5-hour lessons for £570). Free lesson handouts, theory support, and Pass Plus courses also available to build confidence beyond test day.One-to-one tuition with flexible lesson lengths from 1 to 2 hours, priced from £40/hour with substantial block booking discounts (10 x 1.5-hour lessons for...
PJ's Automatic Driving School
£38/hour with block deals from £185 for 5 hours up to £525 for 15 hours. Grade 6 instructor (only 6% of all driving instructors achieve this rating) with over 15 years' experience specialising in automatic driving lessons. Extensive gallery of first-time passes demonstrates consistent results with learners gaining confidence faster and needing fewer lessons than manual learners.£38/hour with block deals from £185 for 5 hours up to £525 for 15 hours. Grade 6 instructor (only 6% of all driving instructors achieve this rating) with over...
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Northamptonshire Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 4 nearby test centres
Women achieved pass rates of 54% at Wellingborough down to 46% at Kettering and Rugby, while men ranged from 56% at Wellingborough to 45% at Kettering across Northamptonshire's five centres. The challenging road network includes Bedford's busy A421 dual carriageway, Kettering's confusing town centre layout, and Rugby's proximity to major motorway junctions. Automatic pass rates varied from 55% at Wellingborough to 39% at Rugby, with Bedford and Northampton sitting around 44-46%. Wellingborough stands out with a 55.1% overall pass rate from the county's 38,923 total tests between 2024 and 2025, while Kettering and Rugby both struggled at 46%.
Wellingborough
1,477 tests takenNorthampton
12,825 tests takenBedford
8,958 tests takenKettering
8,489 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellingborough | 54.3% | 56.0% | 55.2% | 55.1% | 1,477 |
| Northampton | 50.0% | 50.7% | 46.2% | 50.4% | 12,825 |
| Bedford | 49.7% | 50.1% | 44.0% | 49.9% | 8,958 |
| Kettering | 46.3% | 45.7% | 40.8% | 46.0% | 8,489 |