Driving Lessons in Somerset
From £30/hr·Average £39/hr
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Driving Schools in Somerset
43 schools
Ellison's School of Motoring LTD
Skills4Wheels
Skills4Wheels offers 90-minute lessons as standard because they deliver more quality driving time and better skill retention, with pricing at £69 for automatic or £66 for manual. A 12-hour block booking costs £528 (automatic) or £504 (manual), saving you money while keeping lessons structured and consistent. Intensive courses are also available, tailored to your ability and availability.Skills4Wheels offers 90-minute lessons as standard because they deliver more quality driving time and better skill retention, with pricing at £69 for automatic...
Donna Jones ADI
Donna Jones specialises in automatic driving lessons, removing the stress of gear changes so you can focus entirely on the road. Pick-up and drop-off from home or work, 90-minute lessons priced by the hour, plus theory test tuition and Pass Plus courses. Contact for current rates.Donna Jones specialises in automatic driving lessons, removing the stress of gear changes so you can focus entirely on the road. Pick-up and drop-off from home...
Ahead of the Field
A well-established family business with an above-average first-time pass rate of over 80%, well ahead of the national average of 58%. Stuart Field, Joanne Field, and Sara Warr teach using the structured 24 Key Skills method, and the school explicitly refuses to employ trainee instructors, ensuring you learn from fully experienced professionals. Semi-intensive courses available with 2 hours of tuition daily, designed to have you test-ready in three weeks.A well-established family business with an above-average first-time pass rate of over 80%, well ahead of the national average of 58%. Stuart Field, Joanne...
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Bealswheels
Over 1,900 passes in 16 years with a track record of success across theory, motorway, and refresher lessons. Ian Beal has been instructing since 2008, backed by a friendly team covering all aspects of new driver training. Block payment deals available alongside intensive courses.Over 1,900 passes in 16 years with a track record of success across theory, motorway, and refresher lessons. Ian Beal has been instructing since 2008, backed by...
The Driving Company
Former NHS worker with real-world road safety expertise now delivering patient, structured manual lessons tailored to your pace. £40–£80 per hour depending on lesson length, with a 10-hour block at £370 (saving £30), plus motorway, confidence, and test assessment options available. High pass rates backed by 5-star learner reviews.Former NHS worker with real-world road safety expertise now delivering patient, structured manual lessons tailored to your pace. £40–£80 per hour depending on...
Chilled Driving School
Patient instructor with a gift for humour who specialises in building genuine confidence rather than just test passes. Extended 2-hour lessons at £82 each, or save £20 with a 10-hour block for £390. Motorway and refresher lessons also available, with 65 five-star reviews highlighting first-time passes and anxiety relief.Patient instructor with a gift for humour who specialises in building genuine confidence rather than just test passes. Extended 2-hour lessons at £82 each, or...
LIFE School of Motoring
Serving Bristol and North Somerset for over 20 years, LIFE School of Motoring specialises in patient, one-to-one instruction tailored to nervous drivers and late starters. Two-hour lessons at £90 or single hours at £49, with a 10-hour block at £440 for committed learners. They also run specialist under-17 programmes on private ground (from £69/hour) and offer Pass Plus and motorway training on request.Serving Bristol and North Somerset for over 20 years, LIFE School of Motoring specialises in patient, one-to-one instruction tailored to nervous drivers and...
Kelvin White Driving School
High first-time pass rate backed by over 600 customer reviews and a proprietary Accelerated Learning System that structures every lesson for maximum progress. The team includes a female automatic instructor (Claire Pendlebury) alongside experienced male instructors, with a risk-free guarantee and free theory test preparation included. You'll drive on your first lesson in carefully chosen quiet areas to build confidence at your own pace.High first-time pass rate backed by over 600 customer reviews and a proprietary Accelerated Learning System that structures every lesson for maximum progress....
Pete Giles Driving School
Former Army driver with 40+ years' experience and qualifications spanning HGV, coach, and advanced evasive driving techniques. Well above average first-time pass rates, with a focus on building confident, safe drivers rather than just test passes. £40/hour for weekday lessons in Yeovil, or £390 for a 10-hour block and £465 for 12 hours.Former Army driver with 40+ years' experience and qualifications spanning HGV, coach, and advanced evasive driving techniques. Well above average first-time...
Drive2us
Established over 15 years with an 85-86% first-time pass rate and 97% pupil satisfaction across 2,395+ students passed. Lessons from £30-40 per hour, with a 10-hour block at £400 and intensive courses starting at £205, plus free theory test app and pickup from home or work for new drivers.Established over 15 years with an 85-86% first-time pass rate and 97% pupil satisfaction across 2,395+ students passed. Lessons from £30-40 per hour, with a...
Marco Polo Driving School
Established since 2012 with calm, patient instructors known for making learners feel safe and supported throughout their training. Bulk booking discounts available on 10-hour lesson blocks, plus Pass Plus courses and free Theory Test Pro training to boost your chances of passing.Established since 2012 with calm, patient instructors known for making learners feel safe and supported throughout their training. Bulk booking discounts...
Alpha Driving School
Every instructor holds an ADAS Advanced Driving Grade, going beyond industry standards to prepare safe, confident drivers for life. Annie specialises in nervous drivers and confidence building, while Dave brings a calm, methodical approach to help young drivers gain extra support. Competitive rates across manual and automatic lessons, with flexible daytime, evening and weekend availability.Every instructor holds an ADAS Advanced Driving Grade, going beyond industry standards to prepare safe, confident drivers for life. Annie specialises in nervous...
Afford2Learn
Over 10 years' teaching experience with a calm, patient approach that never shouts or loses temper. £38/hour or £70 for 2-hour lessons, with a 10-hour block at £340 and test day support including a warm-up lesson plus use of the instructor's car for £78. Learn in a modern 2024 Kia Ceed manual with dual controls, with local pick-up service and flexible scheduling around your lifestyle.Over 10 years' teaching experience with a calm, patient approach that never shouts or loses temper. £38/hour or £70 for 2-hour lessons, with a 10-hour block at...
Wendy's Driving School
Independent instructor offering 1.5-hour lessons at £60 with a focus on first-time passes through tailored, flexible tuition. Wendy adapts each course to individual learners and covers theory, hazard perception, and Show Me Tell Me preparation. Pass Plus courses also available, including motorway driving instruction from £60 for 2 hours.Independent instructor offering 1.5-hour lessons at £60 with a focus on first-time passes through tailored, flexible tuition. Wendy adapts each course to...
L Plate
An instructor-matching platform connecting learners with hand-picked, trusted instructors tailored to individual needs rather than a traditional school. 2-hour taster lessons from £130, with 10-hour packages at £490 and 40-hour packages at £1,850. Intensive courses available with a £250 deposit.An instructor-matching platform connecting learners with hand-picked, trusted instructors tailored to individual needs rather than a traditional school. 2-hour...
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Somerset Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 3 nearby test centres
Somerset's three centres achieved an impressive 57.5% average from 18,518 tests between 2024 and 2025, well above the national average thanks to the county's manageable market towns and good road infrastructure. Yeovil leads at 59.7% with its well-planned A-road network and quieter residential areas, while Taunton (56.3%) and Weston-super-Mare (56.5%) both perform strongly despite seasonal tourist traffic. Men achieve 61% at Yeovil compared to women at 58.1%, showing consistent but modest gender differences. Automatic pass rates reach around 50% across all centres, where learners benefit from focusing on Somerset's frequent roundabouts and A-road junctions rather than gear management on the county's rolling hills.
Yeovil
5,754 tests takenWeston-super-Mare
5,807 tests takenTaunton
6,957 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yeovil | 58.1% | 61.0% | 50.2% | 59.7% | 5,754 |
| Weston-super-Mare | 55.5% | 57.3% | 50.5% | 56.5% | 5,807 |
| Taunton | 55.4% | 57.1% | 49.0% | 56.3% | 6,957 |