Driving Lessons in Nottingham
Nottingham has 49 driving schools and 40 independent driving instructors to choose from, with prices ranging from £37 to £45 per hour across schools that display their rates. The area's schools maintain an excellent 4.9-star average rating, and 22 offer automatic driving lessons for learners who prefer that route. Female driving instructors are available at 13 schools, and there are 6 independent female driving instructors in the area. Pass rates at nearby test centres vary notably, from 43.9% at Chilwell to 51.2% at Ashfield based on the latest DVSA data (2024-25), so it's worth considering which centre your driving school uses.
From £37/hr·Average £40/hr
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Driving Schools in Nottingham
49 schools
Pass Intensive Automatic Driving School
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.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...
Able 2 Drive School of Motoring
Two instructors with combined 50+ years' experience, including Jon Ford who's a beloved figure in the local community. New drivers get £150 for the first four hours, with standard lessons at £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block. They use older, simple-control cars to match what new drivers will actually drive, plus motorway lessons available at £43/hour for newly qualified drivers.Two instructors with combined 50+ years' experience, including Jon Ford who's a beloved figure in the local community. New drivers get £150 for the first four...
Elevate Driving School
Elevate's instructors are trained personally by the school's CEO, creating a distinctive approach to learner development. Standard lessons start at £42/hour with significant savings on block bookings (66% of pupils opt for these deals), plus intensive courses from £1,948 including up to 43 hours and two test attempts. Theory test training is free, and test day car hire costs £90 with collection and return included.Elevate's instructors are trained personally by the school's CEO, creating a distinctive approach to learner development. Standard lessons start at £42/hour...
WAY A.HEAD Automatic Driving School
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.Instructor Wayne trained with Bill Plant Driving School, one of the UK's premier instructor training providers, and brings a background in management and...
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Dave Driving School
96% first-time pass rate with over 10 years' experience teaching learner drivers. £40/hour for single lessons or £70 for the popular 2-hour session, with a 10-hour block at £390. Free pick-up and drop-off included on all lessons, plus pre and post-lesson follow-up support.96% first-time pass rate with over 10 years' experience teaching learner drivers. £40/hour for single lessons or £70 for the popular 2-hour session, with a...
Alex's Driving School
LDC-trained instructor specialising in the LD System, a structured learning method that lets you track progress through workbooks and an online hub before and after each lesson. £40/hour for 1.5-hour lessons (£60), or choose from block deals starting at £234 for 6 hours, plus intensive courses ranging from Test Booster (15 hours, £787) to One Week Pass (30 hours, £1,612) with test fees included.LDC-trained instructor specialising in the LD System, a structured learning method that lets you track progress through workbooks and an online hub before and...
Smart Driving Lessons
£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.£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...
AP Driver School
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.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...
Revolution Driving Lessons
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.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...
Neil Foster Driving School
Grade A instructor and former advanced Police driver with an excellent pass rate. Lessons at £40/hour, with a focus on building confidence in nervous beginners and delivering structured tuition from complete novice to advanced level. Pass Plus courses also available for newly qualified drivers.Grade A instructor and former advanced Police driver with an excellent pass rate. Lessons at £40/hour, with a focus on building confidence in nervous beginners...
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Ben's Driving School
Single instructor operating a 2023 VW Golf with dual controls, offering 1-hour lessons at £42 or 2-hour lessons at £82, with block deals from £380 for 10 hours. Ben recommends 2-hour lessons to progress faster and reach test standard more efficiently, and also provides standards check sessions and driving instructor training.Single instructor operating a 2023 VW Golf with dual controls, offering 1-hour lessons at £42 or 2-hour lessons at £82, with block deals from £380 for 10 hours....
Elmer Driving
Patient instructor known for calming nervous learners and building confidence from day one, with multiple reviews praising his relaxed teaching style and ability to help anxious drivers. £45/hour or £420 for 10 hours, with test car available for your practical exam.Patient instructor known for calming nervous learners and building confidence from day one, with multiple reviews praising his relaxed teaching style and...
Drive Lesson UK
15 years' experience with a DSA-registered fleet driver trainer and strong student pass rates. £60 for a first two-hour lesson (25% off), with minimum 2-hour bookings and pay-in-full discounts available. Calm, detail-focused instruction that explains faults clearly, as one student noted passing with only 3 minors after struggling with previous instructors.15 years' experience with a DSA-registered fleet driver trainer and strong student pass rates. £60 for a first two-hour lesson (25% off), with minimum 2-hour...
Red Amber Go
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.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,...
Block Booking Deals in Nottingham
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Nottingham Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 5 nearby test centres
Ashfield achieved the strongest performance at 51.2% from Nottingham's four centres, while Chilwell struggled most at 43.9% from the area's 32,553 tests between 2024 and 2025. Nottingham's challenging city centre features the complex Old Market Square area, steep Castle Rock approaches, and busy student areas that can intimidate learners. The gender split remains fairly even across all centres, with women achieving 43-50% and men 44-53%. Automatic pass rates stayed consistently low, ranging from 39% at Chilwell to 43% at Ashfield, suggesting the city's urban complexity affects all transmission types equally.
Derby (Alvaston)
9,260 tests takenAshfield
9,507 tests takenWatnall
636 tests takenNottingham (Colwick)
11,849 tests takenNottingham (Chilwell)
10,561 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derby (Alvaston) | 49.6% | 52.7% | 46.5% | 51.3% | 9,260 |
| Ashfield | 49.3% | 52.9% | 43.2% | 51.2% | 9,507 |
| Watnall | 49.8% | 49.3% | 40.3% | 49.5% | 636 |
| Nottingham (Colwick) | 45.8% | 45.3% | 41.6% | 45.5% | 11,849 |
| Nottingham (Chilwell) | 42.9% | 44.7% | 38.7% | 43.9% | 10,561 |