Driving Lessons in Somerset
Somerset's directory covers 42 driving schools and 153 independent driving instructors across the region, with 34 independent female driving instructors and 14 schools offering female driving instructors. Lesson prices range from £30 to £65 per hour, averaging £41, and schools maintain an excellent 4.8-star rating. Test centres show strong performance, with Yeovil achieving 63.4% and Weston-super-Mare 61%, while Taunton recorded 59.5% in the 2025-26 reporting period.
- £41
- average price
- 42
- driving schools
- 153
- independent instructors
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- test centres
Top driving schools in Somerset by what matters most
The standout school for each of the most-asked questions.
Drive2us
Cheapest manual driving school in Somerset.
Drive-Rite
Highest-rated manual driving school in Somerset.
Drive2us
Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in Somerset.
Drive-Rite
Top-rated manual driving school with female instructors in Somerset.
Driving lessons in Somerset
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Drive It School of Motoring
Manual and automatic
Awarded 'Best Newcomer - Driving School Of The Year' at the UK Business Awards in June 2024. One fixed price for weekly lessons from start to finish, no hidden fees or surge charges, plus a free second test if you don't pass first time. Free access to Theory Test Pro and the Drive It App for all students, with a team of patient instructors focused on building confidence through individualised lessons tailored to your learning pace.
Drive-Rite
Manual
A select group of five established instructors with a proven track record, offering manual lessons at £40/hour or £380 for a 10-hour block. Drive-Rite welcomes learners of all ages and experience levels, from complete beginners to those switching from automatic to manual, with a dedicated receptionist ensuring prompt communication during office hours.
Pete Giles Driving School
Manual
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.
The Driving Company
Manual
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.
Afford2Learn
Manual
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.
Wendy's Driving School
Manual
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.
Driving Force Taunton
Manual
82% first-time pass rate across over 1,000 students, with 20+ years' experience teaching nervous drivers to become confident on the road. £40 per hour or £360 for a block of 10 lessons, saving £40. Instructor brings 40 years of personal driving experience including European roads, trailers, and HGV vehicles.
Jaws Driving School
Manual
22 years of armed forces instructional experience brings patience and structured teaching to this family-run school. Single lessons at £30/hour, 10-hour block bookings at £300 (or £250 with current £50 discount), and 20-hour intensive courses at £600. Learn in a Ford Fiesta with dual controls, door-to-door collection, and flexible scheduling to suit your pace.
Accelerate Bath Driving School
Manual and automatic
Non-confrontational teaching approach with interactive recaps at the start of each lesson to build confidence. Two-hour lessons at £110 for manual and £114 for automatic, with 5 × 2-hour block deals available. Test car hire costs £10 above the normal lesson rate, and a high first-time pass rate is backed by customer reviews on their Facebook page.
Starfish Driving
Manual
Grade A instructor with ROSPA Advanced Driving Diploma and life coaching qualifications, bringing a patient, adaptive approach to every learner. Intensive courses range from £380 for 10 hours (experienced drivers needing polish) to £1,480 for 40 hours (complete beginners), with flexible scheduling and optional residential accommodation available. Standard lessons at £40/hour, or £38/hour for 10-hour blocks and £37/hour for 20-hour blocks.
Chilled Driving School
Manual
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.
Mint2Pink
Manual
Operating for over 25 years with an exceptionally high first-time pass rate. Regular lessons are delivered in 1.5-hour sessions at £41 per hour (9-hour block at £369, 18-hour block at £720), plus flexible intensive and semi-intensive courses including a First Time Pass Guarantee option. A 100% money-back guarantee applies if you're not satisfied, and Pass Plus courses are also available for drivers looking to build confidence after passing.
Skills4Wheels
Manual and automatic
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.
Accelerate Motoring School
Manual and automatic
Founded in 2002 by Brian Lane, this school boasts consistently high pass rates and competitive pricing from just £30 per hour, with 10-hour blocks at £370 (£37/hour) and intensive courses from £680 for 20 hours. One-to-one lessons include theory training, mock tests, and hazard perception support, plus pre-test lessons and test car use for existing clients at £78. Door-to-door pickup and drop-off available.
Green 4 Go
Manual and automatic
Known for supporting nervous learners and those with dyslexia or dyspraxia, Green 4 Go tailors lesson intensity to individual progress rather than pushing a fixed number of hours. Manual lessons from £42/hour weekdays (£45 after 6pm), with 5-hour blocks at £200 or 10-hour blocks at £400; automatic lessons available weekdays until 6pm at £44/hour.
Drive2us
Manual and automatic
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.
Sally's School of Motoring
Manual and automatic
£43/hour for regular lessons, or save up to £120 with block bookings like 30 hours for £1,080. Family-run since 1998 with instructors trained to a standard well above test requirements, one-to-one tuition throughout your course, and flexible scheduling including weekends and pickups from school or work.
L Plate
Manual
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.
Team Drive
Manual and automatic
Mark specialises in teaching learners with disabilities and difficulties, drawing on 20+ years of experience with a friendly and caring approach. £40/hour for regular lessons, or intensive courses from £275 for a 5 x 1.5-hour block up to £1,000 for 30 hours, with motorway and refresher lessons also available.
Just Drive with Justin
Manual
Independent instructor qualified since June 2021 with a background in laboratory training, bringing a calm, adaptable approach to nervous and experienced learners alike. Justin uses active learning techniques and a dedicated driving app to track progress, focusing on building the five core safety skills rather than rushing students through lessons. Pricing available on request; flexible scheduling within a 10-mile radius.
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How much do driving lessons cost in Somerset?
Most learners pay £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.
Based on prices from 18 driving schools in Somerset.
Intensive courses in Somerset
Want to pass fast?
16 Somerset schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
Somerset Test Centres and Pass Rates
All three centres in and around Somerset do well. Even the lowest, Taunton, has a pass rate of 60%, well above the national figure of 50%. Yeovil does better still at 63%, enough to rank among the top tenth of centres in the country, and its automatic pass rate of 57% is the best here. Its wait is about 3 months, while Weston-super-Mare has the shortest at about a month. Wherever you learn in Somerset, you're near a good centre.
Yeovil
7,493 tests taken · typical wait 3 monthsWeston-super-Mare
4,443 tests taken · typical wait 1 monthTaunton
8,259 tests taken · typical wait 3 months| Test Centre | Pass rate | Tests | Typical wait | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | Manual | Automatic | |||
| Yeovil | 63.4% | 64.9% | 57.2% | 7,493 | 3 months |
| Weston-super-Mare | 61.0% | 62.5% | 54.8% | 4,443 | 1 month |
| Taunton | 59.5% | 61.4% | 52.9% | 8,259 | 3 months |