Driving Lessons in West Midlands
From £22/hr·Average £35/hr
West Midlands's Top Picks
Driving Schools in West Midlands
149 schools
Prime Learner
Founded by Zsolt Szlanka, a 16-year industry veteran with 2M YouTube views and 350+ instructional videos, Prime Learner combines structured lesson planning with emotional support for anxious and previously unsuccessful learners. The platform connects you with instructors trained in Szlanka's methods, emphasising planning, anticipation, and awareness as core to test success. With 1.2K five-star Google reviews and a track record of first-time passes even for learners who've failed multiple times, this school prioritises proper preparation over rushing learners to the test.Founded by Zsolt Szlanka, a 16-year industry veteran with 2M YouTube views and 350+ instructional videos, Prime Learner combines structured lesson planning with...
The A Team Driving School
Multi-instructor school with over 350 five-star Google reviews and an 'Excellent' Trustpilot rating, known for building confidence in nervous learners. Nearly 100 reviews specifically mention increased confidence on the roads. Pricing available on request for both manual and automatic lessons with dual control vehicles.Multi-instructor school with over 350 five-star Google reviews and an 'Excellent' Trustpilot rating, known for building confidence in nervous learners. Nearly...
Shooting Star Driving School
Solo instructor operation run by Jamil Hussain, who tailors every lesson to individual learning styles and builds genuine confidence behind the wheel. Flexible scheduling accommodates busy lifestyles, with a teaching philosophy centred on patience and personalised instruction rather than just test preparation. 100% genuine reviews from real students reflect his hands-on approach to lifelong driving skills and road safety.Solo instructor operation run by Jamil Hussain, who tailors every lesson to individual learning styles and builds genuine confidence behind the wheel. Flexible...
Soli Pass
Grade A instructor with over 30 years' experience and an excellent first-time pass rate, offering mock test and theory training alongside standard lessons. Block booking discounts and first lesson promotions available, plus Pass Plus courses for new drivers looking to build safer habits.Grade A instructor with over 30 years' experience and an excellent first-time pass rate, offering mock test and theory training alongside standard lessons....
Costy Driving School Limited
Patient instructors focused on building confidence from the ground up, with flexible 1.5-hour lessons tailored to individual learning styles. Pass Plus courses also available for newly qualified drivers looking to reduce insurance costs through advanced training.Patient instructors focused on building confidence from the ground up, with flexible 1.5-hour lessons tailored to individual learning styles. Pass Plus courses...
Swift Learner
5-star rated school with over 90% pass rate and 10+ years' experience. Free access to Theory Test Pro is included with lessons, helping learners prepare comprehensively for both practical and theory components.5-star rated school with over 90% pass rate and 10+ years' experience. Free access to Theory Test Pro is included with lessons, helping learners prepare...
No Gears Driving Academy
Specialises in supporting nervous learners with calm, step-by-step training in a relaxed environment. Offers a full range of courses from hourly lessons to intensive programmes, motorway training, Pass Plus, and defensive driving, with flexible weekday, evening, and weekend scheduling plus home or workplace pickup.Specialises in supporting nervous learners with calm, step-by-step training in a relaxed environment. Offers a full range of courses from hourly lessons to...
Automatic Driving Lesson
Specializes in automatic driving lessons with a calm, patient instructor who has helped multiple first-time test passers, including one student who passed after six previous failures. 76 five-star Google reviews highlight Mr. Shakil's ability to build confidence and provide constructive feedback. Contact for pricing and a free consultation.Specializes in automatic driving lessons with a calm, patient instructor who has helped multiple first-time test passers, including one student who passed after...
Safer Driver Coventry
60+ five-star reviews highlight Chris's patient, calm teaching style and high first-time pass rate among learners. Lessons focus on developing concentration, planning and awareness to create safer drivers for life. 1.5-hour lessons at £65, 2-hour lessons at £85, or a 10-hour block at £400; motorway and confidence-boosting lessons also available.60+ five-star reviews highlight Chris's patient, calm teaching style and high first-time pass rate among learners. Lessons focus on developing concentration,...
Old School of Driving
Former DVSA examiners lead this school, offering realistic mock driving tests to prepare you exactly as the real test works. Flexible pay-as-you-go lessons, block booking discounts, intensive courses, and motorway training available, with both male and female instructors to choose from.Former DVSA examiners lead this school, offering realistic mock driving tests to prepare you exactly as the real test works. Flexible pay-as-you-go lessons,...
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...
10 Day Drive
Specialist in intensive driving courses with direct access to the Government's Practical Driving Test Business Service for priority test bookings. Courses range from 5-hour refreshers at £225 to 50-hour beginner programmes at £2,250, all including a complimentary mock test and test car. No instructor or car sharing during lessons, with personalized attention throughout your course.Specialist in intensive driving courses with direct access to the Government's Practical Driving Test Business Service for priority test bookings. Courses range...
Road Beast Driving School
Road Beast emphasizes first-time pass success with experienced instructors and dual-controlled vehicles for safety. Flexible scheduling from 7am to 7pm, convenient pickup and drop-off, plus online booking and practice resources make lessons accessible around your schedule.Road Beast emphasizes first-time pass success with experienced instructors and dual-controlled vehicles for safety. Flexible scheduling from 7am to 7pm,...
Attard School of Motoring
Family-run school with consistently high first-time pass rates, backed by five-star reviews praising instructor patience and flexibility. Learn in modern Audi A1, Citroën C3, or Ford Fiesta with male or female instructors who offer theory test support and Pass Plus courses alongside flexible lesson scheduling.Family-run school with consistently high first-time pass rates, backed by five-star reviews praising instructor patience and flexibility. Learn in modern Audi...
Pass At Once
Pass At Once specialises in automatic driving lessons across the West Midlands, with instructors fluent in Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, and Bengali. Flexible scheduling around work and childcare, competitive pricing with block booking discounts, and intensive courses available. The school emphasises a high pass rate built on years of experience and well-trained male and female instructors who adapt lessons to each learner's pace.Pass At Once specialises in automatic driving lessons across the West Midlands, with instructors fluent in Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, and Bengali. Flexible...
Learner's Choice
Over 2,000 lesson hours delivered with a confidence-first approach designed for nervous learners. Structured lesson plans build skills step-by-step, with local test-route practice on the junctions and roundabouts you'll actually face. Patient, calm coaching from lesson one through to test day.Over 2,000 lesson hours delivered with a confidence-first approach designed for nervous learners. Structured lesson plans build skills step-by-step, with local...
Agar Driving School
Patient instructor with a strong track record of first-attempt passes, backed by consistently positive reviews praising his dedication and clear explanations. Two-hour lessons available with flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends, plus pick-up and drop-off services within the local area.Patient instructor with a strong track record of first-attempt passes, backed by consistently positive reviews praising his dedication and clear explanations....
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...
One L Of A Driving Lesson
Over 20 years' experience with a manual specialist focus and a reputation for rebuilding confidence in nervous learners. Block booking and student discounts keep costs down, while intensive courses range from 5 hours for test retakes to 40 hours for complete beginners, all delivered one-to-one in a Ford Fiesta with dual controls.Over 20 years' experience with a manual specialist focus and a reputation for rebuilding confidence in nervous learners. Block booking and student discounts...
High Acres Driving Academy
Member of the Institute of Advanced Motorists with Pass Plus instructor credentials, Marc delivers client-centred lessons tailored to individual goals and backed by digital progress tracking. One instructor throughout your course means consistency, with support for nervous drivers and those with anxiety; pickup and drop-off available depending on location. Contact for pricing on single and double lessons.Member of the Institute of Advanced Motorists with Pass Plus instructor credentials, Marc delivers client-centred lessons tailored to individual goals and...
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West Midlands Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 15 nearby test centres
Winchester proves most challenging in the Whitchurch area at 47.9% passes, while Basingstoke excels at 56.9% across 3 centres that saw 12,345 tests between 2024 and 2025. The medieval streets of Winchester, with their tight corners and one-way systems, contrast sharply with Basingstoke's modern road layout and spacious roundabouts. Men slightly outperformed women at most centres, ranging from 47.8% to 58.5% compared to 48% to 54.8%. Automatic pass rates varied from 44.1% to 52%, suggesting the different road types across these Hampshire towns suit various learning approaches.
Birmingham (Shirley)
9,582 tests takenNuneaton
6,634 tests takenLichfield
8,490 tests takenWarwick (Wedgenock House)
10,900 tests takenHinckley
3,465 tests takenBirmingham (Kings Heath)
8,488 tests takenRedditch
4,660 tests takenDudley
11,354 tests takenBirmingham (Kingstanding)
17,909 tests takenCoventry
9,102 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham (Shirley) | 56.6% | 59.1% | 53.4% | 58.1% | 9,582 |
| Nuneaton | 51.9% | 53.0% | 46.5% | 52.5% | 6,634 |
| Lichfield | 46.8% | 50.2% | 44.1% | 48.6% | 8,490 |
| Warwick (Wedgenock House) | 46.1% | 50.3% | 43.7% | 48.4% | 10,900 |
| Hinckley | 49.1% | 47.6% | 43.1% | 48.3% | 3,465 |
| Birmingham (Kings Heath) | 44.7% | 48.9% | 45.3% | 47.0% | 8,488 |
| Redditch | 47.9% | 45.5% | 43.9% | 46.7% | 4,660 |
| Dudley | 43.0% | 48.2% | 39.8% | 45.7% | 11,354 |
| Birmingham (Kingstanding) | 41.5% | 47.7% | 42.4% | 44.6% | 17,909 |
| Coventry | 40.5% | 43.6% | 37.6% | 42.3% | 9,102 |