Driving Lessons in Walsall
Walsall stands out for its affordable driving school prices, ranging from just £28 to £32 per hour while maintaining perfect 5-star ratings across all five schools. Three schools offer automatic driving lessons and two provide intensive courses, though female driving instructors aren't currently available through local schools. Test centre performance varies dramatically in the area, with Lichfield achieving 48.6% compared to Wolverhampton's challenging 33.4% pass rate.
From £28/hr·Average £30/hr
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Driving Schools in Walsall
5 schools
Rob Garrard ADI
Theory practice is built into every lesson with this instructor, helping you prepare for both the written and practical elements of your test simultaneously. No pricing details are listed on the website, so contact directly to discuss rates and lesson options.Theory practice is built into every lesson with this instructor, helping you prepare for both the written and practical elements of your test simultaneously. No...
Key School of Motoring
Independent instructor running since 1991 with 35 years' experience and a high-grade qualification plus NVQ Level 3 in driving instruction. Manual lessons from £30/hour or automatic from £35/hour, with a 10-hour block at £280 and student discounts available. Intensive fast pass courses, Pass Plus training, and motorway tuition also on offer.Independent instructor running since 1991 with 35 years' experience and a high-grade qualification plus NVQ Level 3 in driving instruction. Manual lessons from...
Pass Pal Driving School
CEO Simon Pal brings 10 years of professional instruction experience to this school, which uses progress cards and interactive learning to track individual development throughout your course. Lessons are £28/hour with flexible packages available, door-to-door service included, and no car sharing. Pass Plus courses are also available.CEO Simon Pal brings 10 years of professional instruction experience to this school, which uses progress cards and interactive learning to track individual...
Saif Driving School
Saif Driving School offers straightforward pricing with no hidden charges: £32/hour for manual lessons or £34/hour for automatic, plus 10-hour block deals at £300 (manual) or £320 (automatic). Test day fees are £100 including a 1-hour lesson, and intensive courses range from 20 to 48 hours with practical test costs included.Saif Driving School offers straightforward pricing with no hidden charges: £32/hour for manual lessons or £34/hour for automatic, plus 10-hour block deals at...
Elite Driving Lessons
Known for working with nervous drivers and anxious learners, this independent school offers personalized lesson plans and a money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied with any lesson. Student and NHS discounts available, plus block booking discounts for competitive pricing.Known for working with nervous drivers and anxious learners, this independent school offers personalized lesson plans and a money-back guarantee if you're not...
Block Booking Deals in Walsall
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Intensive Courses in Walsall
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Walsall Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 6 nearby test centres
Birmingham dominates this region with five of the nine centres, and 110,457 total tests were taken from 2024 to 2025. Birmingham Shirley offers the best chance at 58.1% pass rate, while Wolverhampton proves most challenging at just 33.4%. The Black Country's industrial heritage has left a legacy of complex road layouts, with Wolverhampton's ring road system and multiple busy roundabouts proving particularly tricky for learners. Men outperformed women by 2-5 percentage points at most centres, with the largest gap at Wolverhampton (35.5% vs 30.7%). Automatic drivers generally struggled more here than the national average, with rates ranging from 28.4% in Wolverhampton to 53.4% at Birmingham Shirley.
Lichfield
8,490 tests takenDudley
11,354 tests takenBirmingham (Kingstanding)
17,909 tests takenWednesbury
8,335 tests takenFeatherstone
14,070 tests takenWolverhampton
11,719 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lichfield | 46.8% | 50.2% | 44.1% | 48.6% | 8,490 |
| Dudley | 43.0% | 48.2% | 39.8% | 45.7% | 11,354 |
| Birmingham (Kingstanding) | 41.5% | 47.7% | 42.4% | 44.6% | 17,909 |
| Wednesbury | 33.1% | 39.7% | 32.5% | 36.4% | 8,335 |
| Featherstone | 33.8% | 34.3% | 33.9% | 34.1% | 14,070 |
| Wolverhampton | 30.7% | 35.5% | 28.4% | 33.4% | 11,719 |