Driving Lessons in Sheffield
As a major city, Sheffield offers extensive choice with 41 driving schools and 39 independent driving instructors. Schools average 4.7 stars with competitive pricing from £35-46 per hour, and you'll find automatic driving lessons available through 17 schools. Female driving instructors are available through 5 schools, plus there are 7 independent female driving instructors. Local test centres show moderate pass rates, with Chesterfield leading at 54.5% while Sheffield centres range around 45-48%.
From £35/hr·Average £38/hr
Sheffield's Top Picks
Driving Schools in Sheffield
41 schools
Stephen Mosley's Driving School
Intensive course specialist with 18 years' experience, built on referrals from satisfied students. £35/hour for standard lessons, or choose from structured packages like 10-hour (£519.99), 20-hour (£869.99), or 40-hour (£1,569.99) intensive courses, plus a Guaranteed Pass option with unlimited lessons and tests for £3,219.99. Lessons available Mondays, Fridays, and weekend mornings.Intensive course specialist with 18 years' experience, built on referrals from satisfied students. £35/hour for standard lessons, or choose from structured...
RSM Driving School
Founded over 20 years ago by Foyzur Rahman, an ORDIT-registered instructor trainer, RSM has grown to 50+ instructors across Birmingham, Sheffield, and the West Midlands with a 4.9 Google rating. Lessons start at £35/hour with block deals from £340 for 10 hours, plus intensive courses from £1,070 for 20 hours and Pass Plus courses at £240. Known for tailored tuition across manual, automatic, and intensive formats, with free theory test support and mock practice included.Founded over 20 years ago by Foyzur Rahman, an ORDIT-registered instructor trainer, RSM has grown to 50+ instructors across Birmingham, Sheffield, and the West...
Just Pass Driving School
Automatic driving lessons from £35/hour with instructors drawing on experience since 1999. Test day car hire available, plus Pass Plus motorway and refresher courses for drivers looking to build confidence beyond the basics.Automatic driving lessons from £35/hour with instructors drawing on experience since 1999. Test day car hire available, plus Pass Plus motorway and refresher...
FOX Driver Training
Grade A instructor with over 20 years' experience teaching automatic driving lessons in a modern Toyota Corolla Hybrid. Stuart specialises in building confidence with nervous learners and those with anxiety, backed by numerous five-star reviews including multiple first-time passes and families returning for multiple children. 1.5-hour lessons at £60 or £585 for a 10-lesson block, plus Pass Plus courses (£255 for 6 hours) and motorway lessons (£115 for 2.5 hours) available.Grade A instructor with over 20 years' experience teaching automatic driving lessons in a modern Toyota Corolla Hybrid. Stuart specialises in building...
Mann's School of Motoring
Retired police advanced driver with 22 years of Grade 1 advanced driving training and 30 years' law enforcement experience. Richard Mann brings structured, transparent instruction focused on road safety and sensible decision-making, with detailed post-lesson feedback via email or face-to-face. Two-hour lessons at £75 or a 10-hour block for £370, plus collection from home, school, or workplace within the local area.Retired police advanced driver with 22 years of Grade 1 advanced driving training and 30 years' law enforcement experience. Richard Mann brings structured,...
Driving Arts Academy
£38/hour for automatic driving lessons with a patient, encouraging instructor who specialises in building confidence from lesson one. High pass rate across hundreds of Sheffield learners, with intensive courses available and English and Arabic spoken. Mercedes A-Class training car with dual controls, sat-nav, and climate control.£38/hour for automatic driving lessons with a patient, encouraging instructor who specialises in building confidence from lesson one. High pass rate across...
JSB Driving School
Run by Janine Hancock, a patient instructor with 30 years of driving experience and 50+ successful test passes. Every review highlights her understanding, encouragement, and ability to build confidence, with students consistently praising her friendly approach and focus on individual needs. Pass Plus courses also available.Run by Janine Hancock, a patient instructor with 30 years of driving experience and 50+ successful test passes. Every review highlights her understanding,...
Elite Professional Driver Training
Over 35 years' experience with a proven track record: named Best Driving School in Sheffield for 2023 by DistinguishedTeaching.co.uk, ranking top out of 59 local schools. Specialises in nervous and anxious learners, students with learning difficulties, and those who struggle with verbal communication, using tailored lesson packages and YouTube clips to support understanding. Flexible courses available as individual lessons or block packages with 1-hour, 90-minute, or 2-hour options; intensive courses include free collection from Sheffield railway station for out-of-area students.Over 35 years' experience with a proven track record: named Best Driving School in Sheffield for 2023 by DistinguishedTeaching.co.uk, ranking top out of 59...
One Automatic Driving School
Automatic lesson specialists with instructors trained to rebuild confidence in learners switching from other schools. £38/hour for automatic lessons or £360 for a 10-hour block, with manual lessons also available at £36/hour. Instructors use visual teaching methods including whiteboards and diagrams, and multiple five-star reviews highlight their patience and professionalism.Automatic lesson specialists with instructors trained to rebuild confidence in learners switching from other schools. £38/hour for automatic lessons or £360 for...
Laycock's School of Motoring
Diamond Advanced Instructor with IAM qualification and 40+ years' experience; pupils typically need only 40 hours to reach test standard compared to the DSA average of 45. Two-hour lessons at £37/hour produce better results than single hours, with block deals from £360 for 10 hours down to £33/hour for 40-hour packages. Prices frozen for three years with no hidden costs for office overheads or franchise markups.Diamond Advanced Instructor with IAM qualification and 40+ years' experience; pupils typically need only 40 hours to reach test standard compared to the DSA...
Go For It Driving School
528 five-star reviews highlight instructors like Suhur Ahmed and Tanvir, praised for patience, clear explanations, and building confident drivers rather than just test-passers. Manual lessons from £37/hour (£36 for students) or £360 for 10-hour blocks; automatic from £39/hour with 10-hour blocks at £380. New learners get 3 free hours when purchasing the first 3.528 five-star reviews highlight instructors like Suhur Ahmed and Tanvir, praised for patience, clear explanations, and building confident drivers rather than...
Safe Lane Driving School
Sheffield-based school emphasising high first-time pass rates and a patient, friendly approach to learning. £35/hour or £340 for a 10-hour block, with intensive courses available for those working to tight deadlines. Mock tests, theory support, and Pass Plus courses also on offer to build confidence beyond the test.Sheffield-based school emphasising high first-time pass rates and a patient, friendly approach to learning. £35/hour or £340 for a 10-hour block, with intensive...
Littledale Driving Academy
Over 3 decades of instructor experience with a high pass rate and a focus on nervous drivers and motorway training. Automatic lessons from £38/hour, or block book 10 hours for £350. Pass Plus courses available at £240, plus test day car hire and student/NHS discounts on request.Over 3 decades of instructor experience with a high pass rate and a focus on nervous drivers and motorway training. Automatic lessons from £38/hour, or block...
Abdul's Driving School
Patient instructor Zeeshan specializes in building confidence from scratch, with multiple five-star reviews praising his calm teaching style and first-time pass results. Manual lessons from £35/hour, with flexible evening and weekend availability throughout Sheffield and Rotherham. Intensive courses also available for those short on time.Patient instructor Zeeshan specializes in building confidence from scratch, with multiple five-star reviews praising his calm teaching style and first-time pass...
Exel The School For Drivers
Known for high pass rates and patient instruction with nervous and first-time drivers. £35 per lesson for 1 or 2-hour sessions, with free theory tuition and Pass Plus block bookings available. Door-to-door pickup from home or work, plus motorway tuition and advanced driver training.Known for high pass rates and patient instruction with nervous and first-time drivers. £35 per lesson for 1 or 2-hour sessions, with free theory tuition and...
David Hamshaw Driving School
Advanced Driving Instructor affiliated with Bill Plant Driving School, National Driving School of the Year 2019. Lessons tailored to your pace in a Volkswagen tuition vehicle, with block booking discounts available for 6, 8, 10 or 20 hours. Motorway lessons, mock tests, and Pass Plus courses also offered.Advanced Driving Instructor affiliated with Bill Plant Driving School, National Driving School of the Year 2019. Lessons tailored to your pace in a Volkswagen...
PPP Driving School
Grade A instructor with 31 years' experience and over 70% first-time pass rate across 550+ exams. £35/hour or £335 for a 10-hour block, with motorway and advanced lessons at £37/hour. Petar picks you up from your chosen location and teaches in a modern VW Golf 8 R-line equipped with state-of-the-art safety features.Grade A instructor with 31 years' experience and over 70% first-time pass rate across 550+ exams. £35/hour or £335 for a 10-hour block, with motorway and...
Martin Woodward
Sheffield's oldest independent driving school, established in 1973 with a single dedicated instructor providing consistent, reliable tuition throughout your learning journey. Motorway lessons and Pass Plus courses also available, plus refresher lessons for drivers returning to the road after time away.Sheffield's oldest independent driving school, established in 1973 with a single dedicated instructor providing consistent, reliable tuition throughout your...
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Sheffield Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 5 nearby test centres
The five Sheffield centres processed 37,337 tests between 2024 and 2025, with Chesterfield leading at 54.5% and Handsworth trailing at 45.3%. Sheffield's challenging topography plays a major role here - the steep hills around Middlewood Road and complex roundabouts near Meadowhall can unnerve learners, while Chesterfield's more manageable terrain and quieter market town roads offer better conditions. Men achieve 51.8% compared to women at 51.2%, showing minimal gender difference. Automatic pass rates hover around 49.8% at Rotherham, reflecting how removing manual gear changes helps on Sheffield's demanding hill starts and busy dual carriageways like the A61 and A57.
Chesterfield
4,608 tests takenBarnsley
7,765 tests takenRotherham
5,817 tests takenSheffield (Middlewood Road)
9,864 tests takenSheffield (Handsworth)
9,283 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield | 52.8% | 55.8% | 43.8% | 54.5% | 4,608 |
| Barnsley | 51.1% | 53.1% | 49.1% | 52.2% | 7,765 |
| Rotherham | 51.2% | 51.5% | 49.8% | 51.3% | 5,817 |
| Sheffield (Middlewood Road) | 46.3% | 48.4% | 44.5% | 47.5% | 9,864 |
| Sheffield (Handsworth) | 44.0% | 46.2% | 43.1% | 45.3% | 9,283 |