Driving Lessons in Shrewsbury
With 16 driving schools and 34 independent driving instructors, Shrewsbury offers substantial choice for learners. Schools average excellent ratings of 5 stars, with lesson prices ranging from £20 to £50 per hour (average £37 where listed). Five schools offer automatic driving lessons, while female driving instructors are available at 2 schools, and 12 independent female driving instructors operate in the area. The local Shrewsbury test centre has a 51% pass rate.
- £37
- average price
- 16
- driving schools
- 34
- independent instructors
- 1
- test centre
Top driving schools in Shrewsbury by what matters most
The standout school for each of the most-asked questions.
drive2 School of Motoring
Cheapest manual driving school in Shrewsbury.
Learn to Drive with Tim Harris
Highest-rated manual driving school in Shrewsbury.
Martin's School of Motoring
Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in Shrewsbury.
Sue D'Vaz Driving School
Top-rated manual driving school with female instructors in Shrewsbury.
Driving lessons in Shrewsbury
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MB School of Motoring
Solo instructor with consistently strong first-time pass rates and a track record of boosting learner confidence. £40/hour or save with block deals: 10 hours for £390, 20 hours for £760, or 30 hours for £1,110. Pass Plus courses also available at £240 for 6 hours.
Martin's School of Motoring
Consistently praised for patience and calm teaching, with recent students highlighting confidence gained and first-time passes. £50/hour or £490 for a 10-hour block in a modern electric automatic car, with door-to-door pick-up and drop-off included. DBS-checked instructor with memberships in the Driving Instructors Association and IAM RoadSmart.
Charlotte's Driver Training
£35/hour with a modern teaching approach and 16 years' experience in coaching road safety. Charlotte specializes in building confidence in anxious learners, as evidenced by a review from someone who overcame severe roundabout anxiety to pass her test. Patient, adaptable lessons cover beginners through partly trained drivers with flexible evening and weekend availability.
nicedriving
A 26-year-old Shrewsbury institution with 343 first-time passes and 7 zero-fault test results, run by Wayne, a Grade A instructor holding advanced qualifications including RoSPA Gold and Cardington Grade A certifications. Simple pricing at £40 per hour with block deals (5 lessons £200, 10 lessons £400), plus Pass Plus courses at £250. The school covers learner drivers through to advanced, defensive, and fleet training, with mock tests conducted to exam standard before you sit your test.
Stephen's Driving School Shrewsbury
Grade A instructor with over 10 years' experience offering automatic driving lessons in a modern VW Polo. Lessons start at £30/hour with a strong introductory deal: 10 hours for £250. Pass Plus courses available, which can reduce insurance premiums by up to 35%.
Simply Driving Lessons
Nearly 30 years of instruction experience with a standout 94% first-time pass rate. Lessons from £40/hour or £390 for a block of 10, with flexible scheduling including weekends and 1.5-hour sessions designed for optimal learning.
Eze Driving Tuition
Grade A instructor specialising in nervous drivers of all ages, offering one-on-one lessons structured at your pace to build confidence and test success. £40 per hour with door-to-door pickup and dropoff, plus theory test support included.
drive2 School of Motoring
Stuart Mackay has been teaching in the area for over 15 years, with multiple testimonials praising his calm, encouraging approach and high first-time pass rates. At £20/hour or £190 for a 10-hour block, new students get their first 4 lessons for just £50, plus a free lesson when you refer a friend. Pass Plus courses are also available at £160 for 6 hours.
Carlton School of Motoring
Carlton D'Vaz combines fleet driver training expertise with one-to-one learner instruction, bringing professional safety standards to every lesson. Testimonials highlight his patience, tailored teaching approach, and genuine commitment to building confidence; students consistently praise his use of learning resources and supportive style. Block deals of 10 hours are available at discounted rates for weekday lessons (08:30–17:00), with premium pricing for after 5pm and weekend slots.
Sue D'Vaz Driving School
Consistently praised across multiple testimonials for patience, calm demeanor, and first-time pass results. Two-hour lessons at £28 with 10-hour block deals available, plus mock tests and door-to-door pickup included. Sue tailors each lesson to individual learning styles, focusing on safe driving for life rather than test-only preparation.
Learn To Go Driver Training
Learn To Go specialises in inclusive, one-to-one tuition with experienced instructors who tailor lessons to all abilities, including nervous drivers and those with disabilities. Mock tests replicate real test conditions, and lessons are available Monday to Sunday across multiple locations. Pricing varies by instructor and location; visit their instructors page for specific rates.
Nick James Driving School
Consistently rated 5 stars by learners who praise the team's patience and flexibility around work and childcare schedules. Nick and the team focus on building confidence in anxious drivers, with one student passing with only 3 minors. Theory test preparation is also available alongside manual and automatic lessons.
TICKET to DRIVE
A single-instructor school with a strong track record of first-time passes, including several clean sheets and minimal-fault results. Block booking discounts are available, though specific pricing requires contacting the school directly.
Excel Driving Tuition
Run by Clive Maudsley with 20 years' experience, this school offers competitively priced lessons tailored to your pace, whether you're returning to driving or starting out. Student discounts and block booking deals are available, plus Pass Plus courses and eco driving training for those looking beyond the test.
Steve Pearce School of Motoring
An independent Shropshire driving school known for calm, patient instruction and a high first-time pass rate among students. Block deals include 6 lessons (9 hours) for £320 or an introductory 4 lessons (6 hours) for £200 for beginners. Lessons take place in a comfortable new Suzuki Swift with air conditioning, and Pass Plus courses are also available.
Teresa Ann Rowley
Paul Anthony Allen
Ben Birchill
Wendy Bound
Martin Bowler
Ian Burchett
Karen Burgoyne
Wayne Darren Foxall
Mark Fone
Kenneth Gary Owen
Rob Gwilliams
Timothy Harris
Samantha Hughes
Nicola Hughes
Ira James
Nicholas James Hodgkiss
Stephen James Phillips
Sarah Jane Ballantyne
Daniel Jonathan Pierce
Neil Jonathon Clayton
Block booking
Best block deals in Shrewsbury
Pay for a block of lessons upfront and the hourly rate drops. The best block here saves you £50.
How much do driving lessons cost in Shrewsbury?
Most learners pay £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.
Based on prices from 8 driving schools in Shrewsbury.
Intensive courses in Shrewsbury
Want to pass fast?
2 Shrewsbury schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
Shrewsbury Test Centres and Pass Rates
Shrewsbury's single centre recorded a pass rate of 51% across 5,064 tests between 2025 and 2026, just above the national average. Women passed at 50.4% and men at 51.5%, while automatic drivers managed 41.3%. The roads around Shrewsbury mix the tight medieval town centre with its one-way system and faster A-road approaches across the River Severn. You're looking at a 6 week wait.
Shrewsbury
5,064 tests taken · 6 week wait| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests | Wait |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shrewsbury | 50.4% | 51.5% | 41.3% | 51.0% | 5,064 | 6 weeks |