Driving Lessons in Sheffield

Sheffield's 38 driving schools and 39 independent driving instructors offer competitive pricing from £33.33 to £46 per hour, averaging £37. Automatic driving lessons are available at 16 schools, and female driving instructors can be found at four schools and among seven independent driving instructors. The city has five nearby test centres with pass rates ranging from 44.1% at Sheffield Handsworth to 58.5% at Barnsley, all according to the latest DVSA figures.

£37
average price
38
driving schools
39
independent instructors
5
test centres

Driving lessons in Sheffield

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Laycock's School of Motoring

Laycock's School of Motoring

Manual

4.9(19)
From £37/hr10hrs for £360Save £10

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.

Intensive
40 Harwood Dr, Waterthorpe, Sheffield S20 7LDView school
Stephen Mosley's Driving School

Stephen Mosley's Driving School

Manual

4.5(6)
From £35/hr10hrs for £519.99

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.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
8 Brook Cl, Aston, Sheffield S26 2GBView school
JDM Driving School

JDM Driving School

Manual

1(2)
From £40/hr10hrs for £375Save £25

Fair pricing at £40/hour with a 10-hour block deal at £375 (£37.50/hour), plus free access to theory test tutorials and mock exams. No hidden charges for fuel, insurance, or lesson overruns, and you can pay as you go before committing to a block booking. Pass Plus courses available at £240 for 6 hours.

Test car available
54 Thorpe House Rd, Norton Lees, Sheffield S8 9NTView school
Loyal to the Limit Driving School

Loyal to the Limit Driving School

Manual and automatic

5(16)

Dave focuses on building lifelong safe driving habits, not just test-passing skills, in a patient and relaxed environment. 90-minute lessons at £60 or 60-minute lessons available, with all-five-star reviews praising his encouragement and ability to help learners gain confidence. Weekend lessons carry a 10% premium.

EveningsWeekends
49 Firth Park Cres, Sheffield S5 6HDView school
Blue Car School of Motoring

Blue Car School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

5(16)

One of Sheffield's most established driving schools with a high first-time pass rate. Patient, experienced instructors teach nervous learners and those rebuilding confidence in modern, air-conditioned cars. Pass Plus courses also available.

Female Instructors
14 Cavill Rd, Norton Lees, Sheffield S8 8RJView school
Ford Driving School

Ford Driving School

Automatic

5(5)

Ian brings years of experience from both education and driving instruction, focusing on teaching students to become confident drivers, not just test passers. Pass rates significantly exceed the national average, with lessons tailored to each learner's individual style and pace. Operating since 2018 with a team of Advanced Driving Instructors using the latest teaching techniques.

52 Glen View Rd, Greenhill, Sheffield S8 7SGView school
JSB Driving School

JSB Driving School

Manual

5(4)

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.

Female Instructors
Leedham Cl, Sheffield S5 6BYView school
Martin Woodward

Martin Woodward

Manual

5(3)

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.

28 Binsted Ave, Wadsley Bridge, Sheffield S5 8LHView school
Driveology

Driveology

Manual

5(2)
Block bookings available

Multiple first-time passes and consistently strong reviews highlight Ian's patient, thorough teaching approach, particularly effective with nervous and international learners. Block booking discounts make lessons affordable, with customers praising realistic pricing and his ability to rebuild confidence after setbacks. Pass Plus courses also available.

2 The Brambles, Ecclesfield, Sheffield S35 9UUView school
David Hamshaw Driving School

David Hamshaw Driving School

Manual

3.3(9)
Block bookings available

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.

The Common, Ecclesfield, Sheffield S35 9WLView school
Dronfield School of Motoring

Dronfield School of Motoring

Manual

3.3(3)

Instructor with years of experience teaching learners of all ages and abilities, focusing on building genuine confidence for independent driving rather than just test passing. Lessons are tailored to your needs, whether you're brand new, struggling with another instructor, or seeking a refresher, with dedicated support for theory test preparation.

39 Rushley Rd, Dore, Sheffield S17 3EHView school
Hallam Driving School

Hallam Driving School

Manual

Block bookings available

Established in 1998 with a strong reputation for first-class pass rates, this school combines structured training with patient, friendly instruction. Competitive hourly rates include block booking discounts, and Pass Plus courses are available alongside mock practical tests to build confidence before your test.

5 Button Hill, Sheffield S11 9HFView school

Shakeela Noreen

Automatic

Female ADI
I Will Pass

I Will Pass

Manual

5(146)
89 Main Rd, Darnall, Sheffield S9 5HLView school
Mallorca Driving School

Mallorca Driving School

Manual

5(34)
Blonk St, Sheffield S3 8JYView school
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Manual

5(10)
Broad St, Sheffield S1 2BQView school
Automatic driving lesson's sheffield uk

Automatic driving lesson's sheffield uk

Manual

5(1)
City Rd, Sheffield S2 2SJView school
Marhaba Driving School - AUTOMATIC ONLY

Marhaba Driving School - AUTOMATIC ONLY

Manual

4.8(43)
10 Batworth Rd, Sheffield S5 8XYView school
Rachael's Driving School

Rachael's Driving School

Manual

3.6(5)
24 Chorley Dr, Fulwood, Sheffield S10 3RRView school

Holly Smith

Manual

Female ADI
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in Sheffield?

Most learners pay £35–£40 an hour. Under £35 is a good deal, over £45 is at the higher end.

Typical
£38
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
£30–35
2
£35–40
14
£40–45
6
£45–50
1

Based on prices from 23 driving schools in Sheffield.

Intensive courses in Sheffield

Want to pass fast?

9 Sheffield schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

Sheffield Test Centres and Pass Rates

The two Sheffield centres are the weakest of the five nearby. Handsworth has a pass rate of 44% and Middlewood Road 49%, both below the national figure of 50%, though Middlewood Road is only just under. Handsworth does have the shortest typical wait, about 1½ months, while Middlewood Road has the longest at about 4. Barnsley stands out with a pass rate of 59% and an automatic pass rate of 57%, and Chesterfield has a pass rate of 56%. If you can learn on their roads, either is worth considering. If not, sticking with the city roads you know still makes sense.

59%

Barnsley

7,737 tests taken · typical wait 1½ months
Manual pass rate59.1%
Automatic pass rate56.6%
56%

Chesterfield

6,605 tests taken · typical wait 2 months
Manual pass rate58.9%
Automatic pass rate48.0%
53%

Rotherham

9,134 tests taken · typical wait 1½ months
Manual pass rate54.9%
Automatic pass rate48.8%
49%

Sheffield (Middlewood Road)

10,442 tests taken · typical wait 4 months
Manual pass rate51.8%
Automatic pass rate43.2%
44%

Sheffield (Handsworth)

9,788 tests taken · typical wait 1½ months
Manual pass rate46.0%
Automatic pass rate39.8%

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