Driving Lessons in Oxfordshire

£43
average price
38
driving schools
120
independent instructors
3
test centres

Driving schools and instructors in Oxfordshire

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Exclusive Driving Academy

Exclusive Driving Academy

5(213)78% pass rate
From £45/hr30hrs for £1350

78% first-time pass rate with 200+ five-star reviews, backed by 20+ years specialising in nervous and adult learners. Structured packages from £45/hour (30-hour Beginners Course at £1,350, or 25-hour Part Trained at £1,125) include free theory support, Driveractive vouchers, and refunds for unused hours. 100% money-back guarantee on your first lesson if unsatisfied.

ManualAutomatic
26 Swinbourne Rd, Littlemore, Oxford OX4 4PQView school
Banbury School Of Driving

Banbury School Of Driving

5(178)
From £45/hr10hrs for £625

Five years of experience with a focus on intensive driving courses completed in 1 to 3 weeks, plus hourly lessons for those preferring a gradual pace. Uses driving simulators, defensive driving techniques, and mindfulness methods to build confidence, particularly effective with nervous learners. Hourly lessons from £45, or intensive packages from £625 for 10 hours up to £1985 for 42 hours.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
Glamis Pl, Banbury OX16 0HZView school
Sabeena's Driving School

Sabeena's Driving School

5(49)
From £45/hr

£45 per hour with Pass Plus courses available. Fluent in Urdu and Punjabi, this instructor is known for creating a relaxed, patient teaching environment where learners consistently pass first time. Multiple five-star reviews highlight her friendly approach, clear explanations, and ability to build confidence in nervous drivers from day one.

ManualFemale InstructorsTest car available
Speaks Urdu, Punjabi
Bleache Pl, Oxford OX4 2JDView school
AKG Driver Training

AKG Driver Training

5(42)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

£40/hour or £38/hour for a 10-hour block (£37/hour for 20 hours). Alvat specialises in building confidence through patient, low-stress instruction, with particular strength in supporting learners for whom English isn't a first language. Flexible lesson lengths from 1 to 2 hours, free theory test help, and test route practice included.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensive
373 Meadow Ln, Oxford OX4 4BLView school
Harman Driving Academy Oxford

Harman Driving Academy Oxford

5(24)80% pass rate
From £45/hr10hrs for £440Save £10

Over 80% first-time pass rate with a calm, patient instructor who knows every test route in Oxford inside out. £45/hour or £440 for 10 hours, with an introductory offer of £80 for your first 2 hours. Reviews consistently highlight how Harman eases nervous learners and explains not just what to do, but why, making the learning process enjoyable and confidence-building.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
39 Herschel Cres, Littlemore, Oxford OX4 3TSView school
Bicester Driving School

Bicester Driving School

5(10)
From £45/hr10hrs for £430Save £20

Two-hour lessons at £90 or £430 for a 10-hour block booking, with intensive courses also available. The school focuses on making driving accessible and straightforward, offering flexible lesson structures to suit different learning preferences.

ManualIntensive
Sheep St, Bicester OX26 6TBView school
EC2 Drive

EC2 Drive

5(5)
From £50/hr

Instructor with 20+ years of driving experience across Hong Kong and the UK, plus expertise in larger vehicles like coaches and articulated trucks. Two-hour lessons at £100, or intensive courses from £55/hour designed to strengthen specific exam areas; test day cover available for £150.

ManualIntensiveTest car available
Headington, Oxfordshire OX1 3JAView school
Alex's Driving School

Alex's Driving School

5(2)
From £45/hr10hrs for £400Save £50

10+ years of instruction experience with a patient, relaxed teaching approach that adapts to each learner's pace. £45/hour or £400 for a 10-hour block, with 2-hour lessons at £86 and Pass Plus courses also available.

ManualFemale Instructors
Eastwood farm, Shenington, Banbury OX15 6HQView school
Lawson's Driving School

Lawson's Driving School

5(1)
From £34/hr10hrs for £325Save £15

£34/hour or £325 for a 10-hour block, with a comprehensive 40-hour full course package at £1,380 including theory test fee, practical test fee, mock test, and materials. Patient and flexible instructor offering 1, 1.5, or 2-hour lessons tailored around work and school commitments, plus Pass Plus courses available.

Manual
329 Hollow Way, Headington, Oxford OX3 7JEView school
Select Driving Academy

Select Driving Academy

5
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Lead instructor Tallat brings coaching experience from football and cricket, using a patient, student-led approach particularly suited to nervous and anxious drivers. Hourly lessons from £40 (manual) or £45 (automatic), with 10-hour blocks at £380 (manual) or £425 (automatic). A 100% money-back guarantee on your first lesson backs their confidence in their teaching.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
184 Cowley Rd, Oxford OX4 1UEView school
Sustainable Driving School

Sustainable Driving School

5
From £47.50/hr10hrs for £425Save £50

£47.50/hour for manual lessons or £47.50/hour for automatic, with block deals from 10 hours (£425 manual, £450 automatic). This school integrates eco-driving techniques into every lesson, teaching fuel efficiency and sustainable habits alongside core driving skills. Instructors are passionate advocates for responsible, environmentally conscious driving, and the fleet uses eco-friendly vehicles.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
33 Friars Wharf, Oxford OX1 1RUView school
Drive Professional Driving School

Drive Professional Driving School

4.9(288)
From £43/hr10hrs for £400Save £30

£43/hour for standard lessons or £400 for a 10-hour block (plus one free hour), with student and NHS discounts bringing rates down to £42/hour. Intensive courses range from 5 to 50 hours, starting at £375 for a refresher and scaling up to £2,400 for complete beginners, each tailored to experience level and learning pace. Online theory materials, video guides, and progress reports are included with every package.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
97 Masons Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 8QNView school
Oxon Driving Tuitions

Oxon Driving Tuitions

4.9(253)81% pass rate
From £43/hr10hrs for £410Save £20

81% pass rate with 500+ successful learners and a 4.9-star Google rating. Lead instructor brings 15+ years of professional experience and deep local knowledge of Oxfordshire roads and test routes. £43/hour (£40 for students and NHS staff), or £410 for a 10-hour block with flexible scheduling across weekdays, evenings, and weekends.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensive
Flat 29, The Sycamores, 10 Barton Rd, Headington, Oxford OX3 9JXView school
Oxford Driving 2 Success

Oxford Driving 2 Success

4.9(204)
From £40/hr10hrs for £410

Known for supporting nervous drivers and tailoring lessons to individual concerns, this school offers hourly rates from £40 (automatic) and £40 (manual) with 10-hour block deals at £410-£420. NHS and student discounts apply, plus 10% off your first lesson; intensive courses covering motorway, night, and all-weather driving are also available.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
32 Mortimer Dr, Headington, Oxford OX3 0RTView school
Marco Polo Oxford

Marco Polo Oxford

4.9(68)
From £43/hr10hrs for £410Save £20

Specialises in intensive driving courses designed to get you through your test in the shortest time possible, with many pupils passing first time in just one week. Standard lessons at £43/hour (manual) or £45/hour (automatic), or commit to a 10-hour block for £410 (manual) or £430 (automatic) with free home or work pickup included. A commitment to patience and high teaching standards, with a promise never to shout or become impatient during lessons.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
40 Latimer Grange, Headington, Oxford OX3 7PHView school
SDS Driving School

SDS Driving School

4.9(66)
From £50/hr10hrs for £450Save £50

Operating since 2010 with a single instructor offering consistent, personalised tuition in a calm environment. Two-hour lessons at £50/hour or £450 for a 10-hour block, with test day pickup included; Pass Plus courses also available at £65/hour or £340 for a single-day 6-hour course.

ManualTest car available
65 Naldertown, Wantage OX12 9EAView school
Cole's Driving School

Cole's Driving School

4.9(17)
From £42.50/hr10hrs for £399Save £26

Independent school run by Richard Cole, who prioritises teaching safe driving for life rather than just test passes. Single 2-hour lessons at £42.50/hour or a 10-hour block at £39.90/hour (£399 total) with no long-term commitment required.

Manual
Vine Cottage, High St, Lower Brailes, Banbury OX15 5HXView school
Andrew Usher Driving School

Andrew Usher Driving School

4.7(43)
From £39/hr10hrs for £380Save £10

Grade A instructor with 20 years' experience and over 35,000 hours of logged instruction time, known for client-centred learning that builds confidence in new and inexperienced drivers. £39/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, with student and NHS discounts at £37/hour; intensive courses available over 2-30 days depending on experience level.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensive
1st Floor, Belsyre Court, 57 Woodstock Rd, Oxford OX2 6HJView school
Pass n Go

Pass n Go

4.3(6)
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

18 years of independent instruction with a focus on nervous drivers and learners of all ages and abilities. £40 per hour or £380 for a 10-hour block, plus Pass Plus courses and mock tests available.

ManualEveningsWeekendsFemale Instructors
42 Turnberry Cl, Bicester OX26 4YQView school
Drive247 Oxford

Drive247 Oxford

3.7(3)92% pass rate
From £35/hr

92% first-time pass rate with pupils averaging just 26 hours to pass, well below the national average of 48 hours. All instructors are rated 4.5 out of 5 and know local test routes inside out. Lessons start from £35 per hour, with intensive courses available to get you passed in as little as one week; you'll also receive free driving manuals, theory training, and test route videos.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
48 Hollow Way, Oxford OX4 2NHView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in Oxfordshire?

Most learners pay £45–£50 an hour. Under £45 is a good deal, over £55 is at the higher end.

Typical
£44
Most pay
£45–£50
Schools
Under £40
3
£40–45
8
£45–50
9

Based on prices from 20 driving schools in Oxfordshire.

Intensive courses in Oxfordshire

Want to pass fast?

21 Oxfordshire schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

Oxfordshire Test Centres and Pass Rates

Banbury proved most challenging at 39.9% pass rate while Aylesbury achieved 48.7% across Oxfordshire's three centres handling 20,554 tests between 2024 and 2025. Banbury's position on the busy M40 corridor creates challenging dual carriageway conditions, while its historic town centre features narrow streets and difficult parking areas. Oxford Cowley managed 48.2% despite the city's complex road network. The gender gap varies significantly, reaching 8.8 percentage points in Banbury where men achieved 39.2% versus women's 40.8% - unusually showing women ahead. Automatic transmission struggled most at Banbury (35%) compared to 43-45% at the other centres.

49%

Aylesbury

5,864 tests taken
Women48.3%
Men49.1%
Automatic45.1%
48%

Oxford (Cowley)

6,449 tests taken
Women44.8%
Men51.4%
Automatic42.9%
40%

Banbury

8,241 tests taken
Women40.8%
Men39.2%
Automatic35.1%

Areas in Oxfordshire