Driving Lessons in South Yorkshire
South Yorkshire's driving lesson directory spans 107 driving schools and 197 independent driving instructors across the region, giving learners throughout Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley, Doncaster and surrounding areas a comprehensive choice. Pricing averages £38 per hour across schools that publish rates, and automatic driving lessons are available at 43 schools. Female driving instructors are offered by 16 schools, and there are 44 independent female driving instructors working across the region, while test centre pass rates vary considerably from Barnsley's 58.5% down to Sheffield Handsworth's 44.1%.
- £38
- average price
- 107
- driving schools
- 197
- independent instructors
- 8
- test centres
Top driving schools in South Yorkshire by what matters most
The standout school for each of the most-asked questions.
PPP Driving School
Cheapest manual driving school in South Yorkshire.
MA Driving School
Highest-rated manual driving school in South Yorkshire.
MA Driving School
Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in South Yorkshire.
MA Driving School
Top-rated manual driving school with female instructors in South Yorkshire.
Driving lessons in South Yorkshire
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Doncaster Driving School
Manual and automatic
Five-instructor team offering nervous driver lessons, refresher courses, and intensive driving programmes designed to help you pass in a week. Block booking discounts and competitive pricing available, with modern vehicles and flexible scheduling including weekends and evenings to fit your lifestyle.
Mark Hides Doncaster Driving School
Manual
Established instructor with a strong first-time pass rate and multiple testimonials from learners who passed on their first attempt, including one student who needed just 10 hours of tuition. Patient teaching style particularly suited to nervous drivers and beginners, with lessons delivered in a Nissan Micra equipped with dual controls. Pricing and intensive course details available on request.
Urgent Pass
Manual
Instructor Jake specialises in intensive courses ranging from 5 to 20 hours, with multiple students passing first time after short training periods. Reviews consistently highlight his calm, supportive approach and ability to build confidence quickly, even with learners who've had licence issues or limited preparation time. Flexible scheduling allows courses to fit around your availability over 1-2 weeks or longer depending on your needs.
David Hamshaw Driving School
Manual
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.
Dronfield School of Motoring
Manual
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.
1st Driving School
Manual
Instructors trained specifically to support learners with test day nerves and anxiety, creating a calm approach to your practical exam. Free online theory test resources are included, with one-to-one theory help available on request. Flexible weekly lessons tailored to your pace.
Arksey School of Motoring
Manual and automatic
Family-run school established over 45 years ago with a focus on competitive pricing and special introductory deals for beginners and part-trained drivers. Hourly lessons and block bookings available at rates described as among the best in the area, with all instructors DBS-checked for safety and peace of mind.
Harte School of Motoring
Manual
An instructor since 2003 offering competitive pricing with block booking discounts and an unbeatable introductory offer: your first hour free. Known for an excellent pass rate and a patient, friendly teaching style that works for nervous and confident learners alike, with lessons available 6 days a week to fit around your schedule.
Driver School of Motoring
Manual and automatic
Independent school covering South Yorkshire with competitive pricing and flexible lesson formats. Hourly lessons available at 1.5 or 2-hour durations, plus 10-hour block bookings with £1/hour discount when paid in advance. Intensive courses range from 10 to 40 hours, with Pass Plus courses and motorway lessons also on offer; referral scheme rewards you with free tuition for each friend you bring in.
Adele Burton Driver Training
Manual
Patient instructor with BTEC Level 4 coaching qualification and 20+ years' experience, offering practical and theory tuition plus motorway and eco-driving lessons. Every pupil gets access to a branded driver training app with lesson tracking, progress charts, theory resources, and electronic handouts to consolidate learning between lessons.
New Standard Rotherham Driving School
Manual
Instructor Tony Wellings has been teaching since 1984 and holds the Institute of Advanced Motorists qualification, bringing advanced driving techniques to every lesson. He focuses on building confidence and safe driving habits through a coaching approach that goes beyond test preparation. Competitive rates available for beginner, intermediate, and refresher lessons, plus Pass Plus and motorway workshops.
Hallam Driving School
Manual
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.
Pass with Chris
Manual
An instructor with extensive HGV and car driving experience, delivering a calm, friendly approach tailored to each student rather than following a set plan. Boasts a 95% pass rate, with block booking discounts available and intensive courses on request. Blue Light and Defence Discount Service Card holders receive 10% off intensive courses.
Mohammed Bashir
Manual
Dene Clark-flannigan
Manual
I Will Pass
Manual
Handley Driving School
Manual
Roadcraft Intensive Courses Driving School
Manual
Mallorca Driving School
Manual
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How much do driving lessons cost in South Yorkshire?
Most learners pay £35–£40 an hour. Under £35 is a good deal, over £45 is at the higher end.
Based on prices from 58 driving schools in South Yorkshire.
Intensive courses in South Yorkshire
Want to pass fast?
41 South Yorkshire schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
South Yorkshire Test Centres and Pass Rates
Barnsley stands out in and around South Yorkshire, with a pass rate of 59% and the best automatic pass rate nearby at 57%, both well above the national figures of 50% and 45%. Chesterfield, at 56%, and Worksop, at 55%, also do well. Sheffield Handsworth has the lowest pass rate at 44%, but it also has the shortest wait, about 1½ months. Wakefield is at 45%, and Sheffield Middlewood Road at 49% is close to average. Doncaster has the longest wait, about 5 months.
Barnsley
7,737 tests taken · typical wait 1½ monthsChesterfield
6,605 tests taken · typical wait 2 monthsWorksop
5,975 tests taken · typical wait 3 monthsDoncaster
7,334 tests taken · typical wait 5 monthsRotherham
9,134 tests taken · typical wait 1½ monthsSheffield (Middlewood Road)
10,442 tests taken · typical wait 4 monthsWakefield
11,653 tests taken · typical wait 3 monthsSheffield (Handsworth)
9,788 tests taken · typical wait 1½ months| Test Centre | Pass rate | Tests | Typical wait | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | Manual | Automatic | |||
| Barnsley | 58.5% | 59.1% | 56.6% | 7,737 | 1½ months |
| Chesterfield | 56.2% | 58.9% | 48.0% | 6,605 | 2 months |
| Worksop | 55.2% | 57.0% | 47.9% | 5,975 | 3 months |
| Doncaster | 53.2% | 54.5% | 49.1% | 7,334 | 5 months |
| Rotherham | 53.1% | 54.9% | 48.8% | 9,134 | 1½ months |
| Sheffield (Middlewood Road) | 48.7% | 51.8% | 43.2% | 10,442 | 4 months |
| Wakefield | 45.4% | 47.5% | 40.1% | 11,653 | 3 months |
| Sheffield (Handsworth) | 44.1% | 46.0% | 39.8% | 9,788 | 1½ months |