Driving Lessons in Northamptonshire
From £25/hr·Average £39/hr
Northamptonshire's Top Picks
Driving Schools in Northamptonshire
48 schools
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...
Wendy's Driver Training
A female instructor offering flexible lesson lengths of 1, 1.5, or 2 hours to suit individual concentration levels and learning pace. Contact the school directly for current pricing and available offers.A female instructor offering flexible lesson lengths of 1, 1.5, or 2 hours to suit individual concentration levels and learning pace. Contact the school...
DLM Driving
This driving school is currently under construction and not yet operational. Contact the instructor directly to enquire about future lesson availability and pricing.This driving school is currently under construction and not yet operational. Contact the instructor directly to enquire about future lesson availability and...
Weekend Wheels Driving School
Award-winning school recognised for road safety excellence, with instructors encouraged to maintain Advanced Driver status. Established in 2013 and expanded to Kent, they focus on creating safe, confident drivers through professional development and a commitment to reducing traffic accidents. Contact them to discuss availability and pricing options tailored to your experience level.Award-winning school recognised for road safety excellence, with instructors encouraged to maintain Advanced Driver status. Established in 2013 and expanded to...
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...
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....
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...
Central Driver Training
£84 for a 2-hour lesson or £395 for a 10-hour block on manual lessons, with automatic options also available. Family-run since 1987, the school emphasises two-hour slots as the most effective way to retain knowledge and pass first time. A diverse team of instructors tailors lessons to individual learners, with a 4.9-star rating across 130 reviews.£84 for a 2-hour lesson or £395 for a 10-hour block on manual lessons, with automatic options also available. Family-run since 1987, the school emphasises...
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...
Let's Instruct Driving School
Established in 1999 with thousands of test passes and over 700 reviews across the website and Facebook. Block booking discounts save up to £112.50 over an average course, plus free unlimited access to Theory Test Pro (worth £5/month). Try before you buy: if you're not happy with your first hour, get a full refund.Established in 1999 with thousands of test passes and over 700 reviews across the website and Facebook. Block booking discounts save up to £112.50 over an...
Road Ready Driving Academy
An LGBTQIA+ friendly driving academy with 5-star Google reviews and a track record of first-attempt passes. The instructor provides constructive feedback tailored to nervous drivers and those seeking a confidence boost, with Pass Plus, motorway, and night driving lessons also available.An LGBTQIA+ friendly driving academy with 5-star Google reviews and a track record of first-attempt passes. The instructor provides constructive feedback...
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...
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...
Drive4ever
96% student satisfaction with a focus on confidence-building and comprehensive test preparation, including mock theory exams and scenario-based practical training. Over 150 learners have trusted Drive4ever's experienced instructors for personalized lesson plans tailored to individual learning styles.96% student satisfaction with a focus on confidence-building and comprehensive test preparation, including mock theory exams and scenario-based practical...
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,...
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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 |