Driving Lessons in Oxfordshire
From £34/hr·Average £43/hr
Oxfordshire's Top Picks
Driving Schools in Oxfordshire
38 schools
TDR Driving School
One-to-one lessons with a relaxed, friendly approach from an AA-trained instructor with 14 years' experience. Pass Plus courses available for newly qualified drivers looking to build confidence and skills.One-to-one lessons with a relaxed, friendly approach from an AA-trained instructor with 14 years' experience. Pass Plus courses available for newly qualified...
Real Driving Limited
Instructor with 15 years of HGV instruction and 4 years of car tuition, known for exceptional patience with nervous learners. £40/hour for 2-hour lessons or £400 for a 10-hour block with guaranteed weekly slots. Multiple students have passed first time, including those who started with significant anxiety or coordination challenges.Instructor with 15 years of HGV instruction and 4 years of car tuition, known for exceptional patience with nervous learners. £40/hour for 2-hour lessons or...
EC2 Drive
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.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...
Viking School of Motoring
A-grade instructor Tom combines well-structured lessons with a relaxed approach, particularly skilled at building confidence in nervous learners. Every pupil receives a free homework pack and full access to theory revision materials, plus lessons are designed to be engaging and fun alongside solid technique.A-grade instructor Tom combines well-structured lessons with a relaxed approach, particularly skilled at building confidence in nervous learners. Every pupil...
Exclusive Driving Academy
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.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...
KP Driving Academy
Run by Karen, an experienced instructor known for her patient approach with nervous drivers and high student pass rates. Lessons are delivered one-to-one in a Mini Cooper with dual controls, and discounts are available on introductory lessons and block bookings. Pick-up and drop-off service available from your place of study or work.Run by Karen, an experienced instructor known for her patient approach with nervous drivers and high student pass rates. Lessons are delivered one-to-one in a...
SDS Driving School
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.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...
Banbury School Of Driving
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.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...
Pass n Go
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.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...
Drive247 Oxford
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.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...
Oscar Driving School
Operating since 2013, this school offers flexible intensive courses ranging from 3 to 12 days, with prices from £540 for a quick 3-day retest prep up to £1440 for extended 12-day courses. Standard 10-hour blocks start at £390 for manual lessons, with a special introductory offer of £50 for 2 hours when booking a 40-hour bundle for beginners.Operating since 2013, this school offers flexible intensive courses ranging from 3 to 12 days, with prices from £540 for a quick 3-day retest prep up to £1440...
Local Driving Academy (LDA) Oxford
Oxford's largest driving school with over 30 instructors and 1,500+ five-star reviews, known for getting learners to test standard in 30 hours or less, 15 hours below the UK average. Introductory offer of 5 one-hour lessons for £99, plus block booking discounts available. Modern fleet of 30+ manual and automatic cars with flexible scheduling including evenings, weekends, and night lessons.Oxford's largest driving school with over 30 instructors and 1,500+ five-star reviews, known for getting learners to test standard in 30 hours or less, 15 hours...
Tom Lamb Driving
Known for an exceptional first-time pass rate, Tom Lamb offers one-to-one lessons tailored to your pace and learning style. Intensive courses and block bookings available, with flexible pick-up and drop-off from home, school, college, or work; Pass Plus courses also on offer.Known for an exceptional first-time pass rate, Tom Lamb offers one-to-one lessons tailored to your pace and learning style. Intensive courses and block bookings...
KDH Driving
Single-instructor female-run school focused on building confident, safe drivers for life rather than just test passing. Kelly Deadman emphasizes comfort and comprehensive tuition, making this a good fit for nervous learners seeking personalized attention throughout their learning journey.Single-instructor female-run school focused on building confident, safe drivers for life rather than just test passing. Kelly Deadman emphasizes comfort and...
Best Driving Academy
Oxford-based school offering manual, automatic, and combined theory-practical courses with flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends. One student testimonial highlights first-time pass success, though specific pass rates and pricing are not listed on the website.Oxford-based school offering manual, automatic, and combined theory-practical courses with flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends. One student...
Bicester Driving School
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.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...
Cole's Driving School
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.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...
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Oxfordshire Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 3 nearby test centres
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.
Aylesbury
5,864 tests takenOxford (Cowley)
6,449 tests takenBanbury
8,241 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aylesbury | 48.3% | 49.1% | 45.1% | 48.7% | 5,864 |
| Oxford (Cowley) | 44.8% | 51.4% | 42.9% | 48.2% | 6,449 |
| Banbury | 40.8% | 39.2% | 35.1% | 39.9% | 8,241 |