Driving Lessons in Nottinghamshire

£40
average price
66
driving schools
115
independent instructors
7
test centres

Driving schools and instructors in Nottinghamshire

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Lesson Plus

Lesson Plus

5(377)
From £38/hr10hrs for £360Save £20

2024 Best Regional Driving School Award winner with a team of male and female instructors offering both manual and automatic lessons. £38/hour for 2-hour lessons (manual) or £42 (automatic), with 10-hour blocks at £360 (manual) or £400 (automatic), plus 40-hour intensive courses starting at £1,400.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
Southfield Rd, Nottingham NG8 3PNView school
Drive with George

Drive with George

5(179)
From £42/hr10hrs for £410Save £10

Bilingual instructor (English and Arabic) offering manual and automatic lessons from £42/hour, with 10-hour blocks at £410 (manual) or £440 (automatic). Mark's calm, patient approach has earned strong reviews for building confidence in nervous learners, while test cover including car use costs £120–£130. Intensive courses and Pass Plus also available.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
Speaks Arabic
104 Minver Cres, Nottingham NG8 5PNView school
Revolution Driving Lessons

Revolution Driving Lessons

5(167)
From £40/hr10hrs for £370Save £30

Founded in 2012 by Ian Lowrey with over 16 years' experience, Revolution has built a reputation for high first-time pass rates and a calm, patient approach that works particularly well with nervous drivers. £40 per hour or save with block deals: £195 for 5 hours or £370 for 10 hours. Money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied, plus free access to Theory Test Pro for all students.

ManualFemale Instructors
5 Boundary Cl, Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottingham NG17 8RSView school
Driver and Rider Training Nottingham

Driver and Rider Training Nottingham

5(161)
From £42.50/hr10hrs for £403.75Save £21

All instructors have passed both IAM and RoSPA advanced motorist tests, with one-to-one tuition focused on building lifetime driving skills rather than just test passes. Manual lessons from £42.50/hour or £403.75 for 10 hours; automatic from £45/hour or £427.50 for 10 hours. Notably, they operate the UK's only drive-from-wheelchair vehicle, a Mercedes Sprinter with specialist adaptations for disabled learners.

ManualAutomatic
36 Mabel Ave, Sutton-in-Ashfield NG17 5HAView school
Pass Intensive Automatic Driving School

Pass Intensive Automatic Driving School

5(129)
From £40/hr10hrs for £390Save £10

Specialises in automatic driving lessons with flexible pricing: £40/hour for single 2-hour sessions or £39/hour in 10-hour blocks at £390. Intensive courses available for beginners (35 hours, £1,775) and those with some experience (20 hours, £1,199). Instructors speak English, Urdu, and Punjabi, with reviews highlighting patient, friendly teaching that reduces test anxiety.

EveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensive
Speaks Urdu, Punjabi
45 Melbury Rd, Nottingham NG8 4AXView school
MK Driving School

MK Driving School

5(113)
From £40/hr

Practical, patient instruction focused on real-world driving skills rather than classroom theory. £40/hour for 1-hour lessons or £80 for 2-hour sessions, with test day car hire at £100. Lessons emphasize a calm, positive approach to safe driving, tailored to each learner's pace and goals.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveTest car available
27 Goldstraw Ln, Fernwood, Newark NG24 3FDView school
Passquik

Passquik

5(94)
From £38/hr10hrs for £490

20 years' teaching experience with a focus on learners with anxiety and learning difficulties, delivering structured lessons in a relaxed atmosphere. Hourly lessons at £38, or intensive courses from £290 (5 hours) to £1690 (40 hours) with test booking included; a 2-hour assessment lesson at £76 helps identify the right course for your needs.

ManualIntensive
45 Albert Grove, Nottingham NG7 1PBView school
Autopass Mansfield Driving School

Autopass Mansfield Driving School

5(88)
From £41/hr10hrs for £385Save £25

The first automatic-only driving school in the area, Autopass Mansfield removes the complexity of manual gears so you can focus on building confidence safely. £41/hour or £385 for 10 hours, £790 for 20 hours, and £1,180 for 30 hours, with a refund on unused hours. Test day bundle includes a pre-test lesson, car use for the exam, and debrief for £120.

AutomaticTest car available
Warsop, Mansfield NG20 0JBView school
Arnold Driving Academy

Arnold Driving Academy

5(82)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

A high first-time pass rate school offering manual lessons at £40/hour, with block deals from £190 for 5 hours up to £380 for 10 hours. Lessons are tailored to build confidence and road safety habits, with flexible scheduling throughout the week and intensive courses available for test preparation.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensive
Church Cl, Daybrook, Nottingham NG5 8FBView school
Red Amber Go

Red Amber Go

5(75)72% pass rate
From £44/hr10hrs for £415Save £25

72% first-time pass rate, well above the national average of 47.5%, backed by a guarantee to pay for your next test if you fail. £44/hour for automatic lessons, or save with 10-hour blocks at £415, 20-hour at £820, or 30-hour at £1,215. Steve's 15 years of instruction experience and coaching qualification focus on teaching safer driving through situational awareness rather than test-passing shortcuts.

Automatic
25 Hamilton Ct, Clifton, Nottingham NG11 8GEView school
Can Drive Driving School

Can Drive Driving School

5(69)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Instructors undergo extensive additional training to adapt to individual learning needs, helping learners pass in fewer lessons than average. Daytime lessons from £40/hour, with 10-hour blocks at £380 and intensive courses starting at £400 for 10 hours (including theory and practical tests). Pass Plus courses and motorway training also available.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale Instructors
5 Hill Cres, Sutton-in-Ashfield NG17 4FDView school
Liam Page Driver Training

Liam Page Driver Training

5(65)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Patient instructor known for transforming anxious learners into confident drivers, with students praising his calm teaching style and reliability. £40/hour for standard lessons, £380 for a 10-hour block, plus student discounts at £38/hour, refresher lessons, motorway tuition, and a £20 gift voucher upon passing.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
51 Nethermere Ln, Nottingham NG8 6FAView school
AP Driver School

AP Driver School

5(60)
From £40/hr10hrs for £375Save £25

Rated 5 stars on Google, Alistair Powell brings 17 years of Nottingham experience and a background in motor trade management to his instruction. Lessons are £40/hour or £375 for a 10-hour block, taught in a modern Kia Ceed with progress tracked via the Total Drive app; flexible scheduling and tailored instruction cater to complete beginners and test-ready learners alike.

Manual
S Devon Ave, Mapperley, Nottingham NG3 6FTView school
Rob Nichols Driver Training

Rob Nichols Driver Training

5(46)
From £38/hr10hrs for £350Save £30

£37/hour or £350 for 10 hours prepaid, with three package options ranging from 20 to 40 hours including test booking and free use of the school car for your test. The Triple Guarantee sets this school apart: money-back promise if you don't learn something new, locked-in pricing for 12 months, and free refresher lessons for up to 2 years after passing. Rather than heavy discounts, the focus is on quality tuition in proper driving environments, with most learners progressing faster by taking two-hour lessons weekly.

ManualTest car available
9 Baldwin Cl, Forest Town, Mansfield NG19 0LRView school
Chris Thompson Driving

Chris Thompson Driving

5(37)
From £38/hr10hrs for £378Save £2

Over 15 years' experience teaching in a Volkswagen ID3 electric automatic, with consistently strong reviews highlighting patience and clear explanations that help nervous learners build confidence quickly. £38/hour for 1.5-hour lessons, or £36/hour in a block of 7 lessons (10.5 hours for £378). Designed the Pocket Instructor app and logbook system used across the UK, providing structured learning materials and progress tracking between lessons.

Automatic
The Rafters, 576 Radford Rd, Nottingham NG7 7FGView school
Smart Driving Lessons

Smart Driving Lessons

5(20)
From £38/hr10hrs for £375Save £5

£38 per hour for a 2-hour lesson or £37.50/hour in the 10-hour block package (£375 total). High first-time pass rates backed by positive student reviews praising patient, friendly instruction and flexible scheduling. Lessons are structured around your pace with pre-drive checks and defensive driving techniques included.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
Hollinwell Ave, Nottingham NG8 1JYView school
Seven Stars Driving School

Seven Stars Driving School

5(19)
From £45/hr10hrs for £450

With 30+ years of combined experience, this school focuses on building confident drivers rather than just test passes. Hourly lessons start at £45 for manual and £50 for automatic, with substantial block deals ranging from 10 to 35 hours (£450–£1,700 for manual packages). Refresher courses and flexible scheduling make it accessible whether you're starting from scratch or brushing up skills.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
130 Petersham Rd, Long Eaton, Nottingham NG10 4DGView school
UDrive With Robin

UDrive With Robin

5(17)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Former HGV driver and in-house assessor with extensive European driving experience, now bringing a calm, structured approach to learner instruction. £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, with a special 4-hour beginner offer at £150 and test day car hire available for £120. Free theory practice software and online lesson topics included to support your progress.

ManualEveningsWeekendsTest car available
The Maples, Greengate, Syerston, Newark NG23 5NFView school
Ignition Driver Training

Ignition Driver Training

5(17)
From £39/hr10hrs for £380Save £10

£39/hour or £380 for 10 hours, with 2-hour lessons at £78 offering better value for practice time. Noel brings 20+ years of experience and genuine passion for driving, from race track days at Silverstone to stunt driving, which translates into patient, clear instruction that has helped students pass quickly. Pass Plus courses and motorway tuition also available to build confidence after passing your test.

ManualTest car available
22 Roland Ave, Wilford, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG11 7ANView school
WAY A.HEAD Automatic Driving School

WAY A.HEAD Automatic Driving School

5(15)
From £40/hr10hrs for £375Save £25

Instructor Wayne trained with Bill Plant Driving School, one of the UK's premier instructor training providers, and brings a background in management and teaching to his patient, calm approach. He's experienced with nervous and anxious learners, those with additional needs, and non-native English speakers across all age groups. £40/hour for single 2-hour lessons or £37.50/hour when booking 5 x 2-hour blocks, with a 5-star rating across 360+ students and 9,000+ lessons delivered.

Automatic
29 Park Cres, Nottingham NG8 2EQView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in Nottinghamshire?

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

Typical
£42
Most pay
£40–£45
Schools
Under £35
1
£35–40
10
£40–45
30

Based on prices from 41 driving schools in Nottinghamshire.

Intensive courses in Nottinghamshire

Want to pass fast?

26 Nottinghamshire schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

Nottinghamshire Test Centres and Pass Rates

Melton Mowbray excelled with 63.9% while Loughborough struggled at 43.7% across Nottinghamshire's eight centres that processed 56,027 tests between 2024 and 2025. The market town of Melton offers quieter roads compared to university town Loughborough with its busy student traffic and complex A6 junction systems. Derby Alvaston and Grantham both achieved solid mid-50s pass rates, benefiting from newer road layouts and suburban test routes. Men consistently outperformed women by 2-4 percentage points at most centres, while automatic drivers achieved their best results at Melton Mowbray (53%) and struggled most at Loughborough (34%).

64%

Melton Mowbray

2,486 tests taken
Women62.3%
Men65.3%
Automatic53.2%
51%

Derby (Alvaston)

9,260 tests taken
Women49.6%
Men52.7%
Automatic46.5%
51%

Ashfield

9,507 tests taken
Women49.3%
Men52.9%
Automatic43.2%
50%

Watnall

636 tests taken
Women49.8%
Men49.3%
Automatic40.3%
46%

Nottingham (Colwick)

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

Areas in Nottinghamshire