Driving Lessons in Wales
From £20.95/hr·Average £39/hr
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Driving Schools in Wales
116 schools
DMJ Driver Training
Known for transforming nervous beginners into confident drivers, this school uses a calm, client-centred approach tailored to each learner's pace and abilities. Lessons start at £45/hour with popular block deals: 10 hours for £450, 20 hours for £900, or 30 hours for £1,350—plus 2-hour lessons available at £90. Reviews highlight the instructor's skill at coaching anxious learners through to test-ready in just a few months.Known for transforming nervous beginners into confident drivers, this school uses a calm, client-centred approach tailored to each learner's pace and abilities....
Treboeth driving school
Flexible pricing from £45/hour for manual lessons or £50/hour for automatic, with substantial savings on block bookings (10 hours at £435 manual, £490 automatic). Intensive courses tailored to experience level, from recent test fails to complete beginners, all including test fees. Motorway and off-road lessons available alongside free theory support.Flexible pricing from £45/hour for manual lessons or £50/hour for automatic, with substantial savings on block bookings (10 hours at £435 manual, £490...
1st Stop School of Motoring
£37.50/hour or £365 for a 10-hour block (students £36.50/hour or £360), plus 20 and 30-hour intensive courses from £750. Family-run for over 22 years with an exceptional pass rate well above the national average, backed by Trustpilot's 'Excellent' rating and glowing reviews praising instructor Jason's calm, patient teaching style. Pass Plus courses also available to boost confidence after passing your test.£37.50/hour or £365 for a 10-hour block (students £36.50/hour or £360), plus 20 and 30-hour intensive courses from £750. Family-run for over 22 years with an...
IHM Driving School
Max delivers structured, tailored lessons covering both Swansea and Llanelli test centre routes to build your confidence before the practical. At £40/hour or £400 for a 10-hour block, you get a personal touch from a small, dedicated school with intensive courses available for those aiming to pass quickly.Max delivers structured, tailored lessons covering both Swansea and Llanelli test centre routes to build your confidence before the practical. At £40/hour or...
Nigel's School of Motoring
Grade A instructor with 15+ years' experience and a track record of excellent first-attempt pass rates. New drivers get their first lesson at half price when booking a minimum of 5 hours, making it an affordable entry point. Intensive courses available with flexible 2-hour sessions tailored to your schedule, plus Pass Plus courses and refresher lessons for rebuilding confidence.Grade A instructor with 15+ years' experience and a track record of excellent first-attempt pass rates. New drivers get their first lesson at half price when...
Roadrunner Driving School
122 five-star reviews across Google and Yell.com from a friendly, experienced instructor who tailors lessons to your ability. £35/hour, £45 for 1.5 hours, or £200 for a 6-hour block, with free pick-up and drop-off from local work, school, or university sites.122 five-star reviews across Google and Yell.com from a friendly, experienced instructor who tailors lessons to your ability. £35/hour, £45 for 1.5 hours, or...
Paul Burden Driving School
High first-time pass rate with a reputation for excellent results. One-to-one lessons tailored to individual ability, plus motorway and Pass Plus courses available. Block booking discounts on 10 or 20-lesson packages with flexible pickup and drop-off from home, school, or workplace.High first-time pass rate with a reputation for excellent results. One-to-one lessons tailored to individual ability, plus motorway and Pass Plus courses...
Charles J. Dodd Driving School
Built on repeat customers and referrals, this school prioritises vehicle maintenance—cars are replaced annually, serviced regularly, and sanitised daily with anti-bacterial wipes after every lesson. £40/hour or £370 for a 10-hour block, with 1½-hour and 2-hour lesson options also available (£60 and £79 respectively). Open seven days a week from 7am to 7pm.Built on repeat customers and referrals, this school prioritises vehicle maintenance—cars are replaced annually, serviced regularly, and sanitised daily with...
Mad River Training
An A-grade instructor delivering student-centred, active learning rather than traditional instructor-led methods, helping you develop real-world driving skills beyond test requirements. From £30.50/hour (student rate) or £300 for a 10-hour block, with intensive courses available at £30/hour and a £20 introductory session. Special offers run frequently, and bespoke packages are negotiable for those wanting all-inclusive pricing.An A-grade instructor delivering student-centred, active learning rather than traditional instructor-led methods, helping you develop real-world driving skills...
Kevin King Driving Lessons
Grade A instructor with an excellent reputation and good pass rate, backed by a money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied with any lesson. Structured courses from £40/hour (1.5-hour lessons at £60, two-hour lessons at £80), with block deals from £390 for 10 hours, plus free colour handouts and MyDriveTime app access. Test car hire available for £95 per 2.5-hour session.Grade A instructor with an excellent reputation and good pass rate, backed by a money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied with any lesson. Structured courses...
ABC Driving School
Established over 50 years, ABC Driving School specialises in residential and intensive driving courses on quiet rural roads with scenic backdrops designed to boost concentration and learning. Manual lessons from £45/hour or automatic from £60/hour (2-hour minimum), with residential courses starting at £450 for 10 hours. Male and female instructors available across North Wales, plus test car hire at £100 for weekday slots.Established over 50 years, ABC Driving School specialises in residential and intensive driving courses on quiet rural roads with scenic backdrops designed to...
Solo School of Motoring
10 years' specialist experience with automatic driving lessons in an electric vehicle, offering £80 for 2-hour sessions or £385 for a 10-hour block with £20 off first bookings. Patient, stress-free instruction focused on building confidence at your own pace, with a strict code of conduct ensuring respectful treatment throughout your learning journey.10 years' specialist experience with automatic driving lessons in an electric vehicle, offering £80 for 2-hour sessions or £385 for a 10-hour block with £20 off...
Brilliant Driving School
With 20+ years of combined experience and an 89% pass rate, Brilliant Driving School specialises in managing test-day nerves and tailoring lessons to each learner's pace. Two-hour lessons at £40/hour (or £80 per 2-hour session), with block packages from £325 for 10 hours up to £1,700 for 50 hours. No cancellation fees, and pickup available from home, work, or school.With 20+ years of combined experience and an 89% pass rate, Brilliant Driving School specialises in managing test-day nerves and tailoring lessons to each...
Skids School of Motoring
Grade A instructor with a full electric Golf fitted with dual controls and optional driving aids for learners who need extra support. Established in 2005, this single-instructor school focuses on automatic driving lessons and keeps class sizes small for personalized attention.Grade A instructor with a full electric Golf fitted with dual controls and optional driving aids for learners who need extra support. Established in 2005, this...
Kyle's Driving School
Specialists in intensive driving courses designed to get learners from beginner to test-ready in as little as a week. Block packages range from 20 to 40 hours (£800–£1,600), with flexible payment options including a £70 deposit to secure your course. Test day car hire available for £67.Specialists in intensive driving courses designed to get learners from beginner to test-ready in as little as a week. Block packages range from 20 to 40 hours...
1st Steer Driving School
1st Steer Driving School backs every lesson with a money-back guarantee and includes free theory training, handouts, and online Driver Active courses as standard. Their teaching breaks complex skills into simple steps, creating a low-stress environment where learners progress faster—with Pass Plus courses also available for post-test development.1st Steer Driving School backs every lesson with a money-back guarantee and includes free theory training, handouts, and online Driver Active courses as...
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Wales Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 3 nearby test centres
Men and women performed almost identically across Wales's three test centres, with pass rates within 2% of each other at each location. The coastal roads around Swansea and Llanelli feature plenty of roundabouts and dual carriageways, while Bridgend sits at a major junction of the M4 corridor with its associated busy A-roads. Bridgend achieved the highest pass rate at 53.1%, with Swansea at 52.1% and Llanelli at 51%. 20,970 tests were taken across all three centres between 2024 and 2025, with Swansea handling half of these. Automatic drivers found reasonable success rates of 42.3% to 48.9%.
Bridgend
6,938 tests takenSwansea
10,590 tests takenLlanelli
3,442 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgend | 52.9% | 53.2% | 48.9% | 53.1% | 6,938 |
| Swansea | 53.3% | 51.3% | 42.3% | 52.1% | 10,590 |
| Llanelli | 51.1% | 50.9% | 48.1% | 51.0% | 3,442 |