Driving Lessons in Caerphilly
Caerphilly combines 5 driving schools and 45 independent driving instructors with competitive school pricing of £35-£40 per hour. Schools achieve a 4.6-star average rating, and female driving instructors are available through 1 school plus 11 independent options. Test centres across the region show consistent performance, with Merthyr Tydfil leading at 53.5% and most others clustering around 50-51%.
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Driving Schools in Caerphilly
5 schools
Chequered Flag Driving School
One-to-one lessons at £40/hour or £75 for two hours, with a 10-hour block at £355—no hidden charges. Free access to Theory Test Pro included, plus Pass Plus courses available after you pass. Relaxed, encouraging atmosphere with experienced instructors who focus on building confidence rather than rushing through lessons.One-to-one lessons at £40/hour or £75 for two hours, with a 10-hour block at £355—no hidden charges. Free access to Theory Test Pro included, plus Pass Plus...
Evans Driving School
Manual driving lessons with experienced instructors and excellent pass rates. Flexible scheduling and affordable pricing make this school accessible for learners of all levels, with spaces available for March and April.Manual driving lessons with experienced instructors and excellent pass rates. Flexible scheduling and affordable pricing make this school accessible for...
Bloomin Learners
Rebecca Jones focuses on developing safe, confident drivers beyond just passing the test first time, with a Peugeot 208 chosen specifically for its visibility and adjustability. Pay £35 per hour or £350 for a 10-hour block, with Pass Plus, motorway, and refresher courses also available.Rebecca Jones focuses on developing safe, confident drivers beyond just passing the test first time, with a Peugeot 208 chosen specifically for its visibility...
XLR8 Auto Cymru Driving School
Specialists in supporting learners on the autism spectrum, as well as those with dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD, and high anxiety. Automatic driving lessons and intensive courses available, with motorway training and post-accident support also on offer. Open 8am–8pm daily for bookings.Specialists in supporting learners on the autism spectrum, as well as those with dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD, and high anxiety. Automatic driving lessons and...
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Caerphilly Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 4 nearby test centres
Four centres across this area processed 34,387 tests between 2024 and 2025 with pass rates hovering around 51%. Newport Isle of Wight led at 52.4%, followed by Cardiff Llanishen at 51.3%, Newport Gwent at 51%, and Llantrisant at 50.6%. The Cardiff area presents typical city challenges with busy roundabouts and traffic-light sequences, while the Newport centres offer a mix of urban and more relaxed suburban routes. Women achieved pass rates between 50% and 52.5%, men between 49.2% and 52.6%. Automatic pass rates ranged from 41.4% to 45.2% across the centres.
Merthyr Tydfil
3,703 tests takenCardiff (Llanishen)
14,852 tests takenNewport (Gwent)
7,106 tests takenLlantrisant
8,554 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merthyr Tydfil | 50.9% | 55.8% | 48.7% | 53.5% | 3,703 |
| Cardiff (Llanishen) | 50.0% | 52.2% | 44.5% | 51.3% | 14,852 |
| Newport (Gwent) | 51.6% | 50.5% | 45.2% | 51.0% | 7,106 |
| Llantrisant | 52.5% | 49.2% | 41.4% | 50.6% | 8,554 |