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
Nottingham's Top Picks
Driving Schools in Nottingham
49 schools
Lesson Plus
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 £1,400.2024 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...
Drive with George
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.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...
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...
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...
Passquik
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.20 years' teaching experience with a focus on learners with anxiety and learning difficulties, delivering structured lessons in a relaxed atmosphere. Hourly...
Arnold Driving Academy
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.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...
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,...
Liam Page Driver Training
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.Patient instructor known for transforming anxious learners into confident drivers, with students praising his calm teaching style and reliability. £40/hour for...
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...
Chris Thompson Driving
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.Over 15 years' experience teaching in a Volkswagen ID3 electric automatic, with consistently strong reviews highlighting patience and clear explanations that...
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...
Seven Stars Driving School
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.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...
Ignition Driver Training
£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.£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...
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...
KAMRAN driving school
A Bill Plant franchisee known for patient instruction with nervous and first-time drivers. £75 per hour or £360 for a 10-hour block, with refresher courses and beginner packages available. Student testimonials highlight first-time passes and confidence-building support.A Bill Plant franchisee known for patient instruction with nervous and first-time drivers. £75 per hour or £360 for a 10-hour block, with refresher courses and...
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...
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....
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...
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...
NMH Driving School
Top success rate well above the UK average, delivered by a patient, supportive instructor who focuses on building confidence and long-term safe driving skills. 1.5-hour lessons at £63 or £61.50 per lesson with block bookings of 8+ lessons; motorway tuition from £47 per hour. Free access to Theory Test Pro included.Top success rate well above the UK average, delivered by a patient, supportive instructor who focuses on building confidence and long-term safe driving skills....
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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 |