Driving Lessons in West Midlands
From £15/hr·Average £34/hr
West Midlands's Top Picks
Driving Schools in West Midlands
149 schools
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....
Inclusive Driving
Specialist school for learners with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and hearing impairments, run by Richard, a qualified nurse with over 20 years' experience in disability support. The Toyota Corolla Automatic is fitted with hand controls, steering adaptations, and pedal extensions. Lessons also cater to neurodivergent learners using 'The Highway Code Simplified' (an Amazon Best Seller), with British Sign Language support available; 1.5-hour lessons from £75 in Zone 1.Specialist school for learners with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and hearing impairments, run by Richard, a qualified nurse with over 20 years'...
GBN Auto/Manu Driving School
GBN offers unbeatable value with 10-hour block deals at £350, making it one of the most affordable options around. The school emphasises encouraging instruction and excellent pass rates, with flexible scheduling across weekdays and Saturdays to fit busy lives. Intensive courses are also available through partner instructors for learners wanting faster progression.GBN offers unbeatable value with 10-hour block deals at £350, making it one of the most affordable options around. The school emphasises encouraging instruction...
EuroDrive School of Motoring
15 years' experience with over 1,000 satisfied learners, backed by strong reviews praising patient, step-by-step instruction and first-time passes. Lessons available in Polish, English, Russian, and Latvian, with automatic transmission options now available alongside manual instruction.15 years' experience with over 1,000 satisfied learners, backed by strong reviews praising patient, step-by-step instruction and first-time passes. Lessons...
PassLand Driving School
Calm and patient instructor with multiple first-time pass reviews praising his clear explanations and confidence-building approach. £35/hour or £340 for a 10-hour block, with flexible scheduling to suit your pace.Calm and patient instructor with multiple first-time pass reviews praising his clear explanations and confidence-building approach. £35/hour or £340 for a...
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...
Godwins Driving School
Police Advanced Driver with 32 years' experience and a current 71% first-time pass rate. £41/hour for manual lessons or £40/hour in a 10-lesson block; automatic lessons at £44/hour. Specialises in nervous drivers, defensive driving, motorway techniques, and PassPlus courses, with a brand new Audi A3 automatic fitted with dual controls and reversing camera.Police Advanced Driver with 32 years' experience and a current 71% first-time pass rate. £41/hour for manual lessons or £40/hour in a 10-lesson block; automatic...
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...
G's Driving School
Registered since 2006 with consistently high first-time pass rates, this instructor knows every local test route and DVSA centre across the area. Lessons at £36–£38 per hour, or save with block deals from £176 for 5 hours up to £700 for 20 hours; students get £35/hour. Free theory test support and Pass Plus courses (from £235) are included, plus a test day package at £95–£105.Registered since 2006 with consistently high first-time pass rates, this instructor knows every local test route and DVSA centre across the area. Lessons at...
Rd2success Driving School
Voted among the top 3 driving schools in Sandwell for five consecutive years, Rd2success combines local West Midlands expertise with flexible pricing that rewards commitment. Standard lessons are £45/hour, but block deals offer genuine savings: a 30-hour package drops to just £35/hour, while intensive courses range from £520 for a 10-lesson week to £1,650 for 40 lessons. Test car hire is £135 within an 8-mile radius.Voted among the top 3 driving schools in Sandwell for five consecutive years, Rd2success combines local West Midlands expertise with flexible pricing that...
Sandeep Driving School
Specialises in manual driving lessons with instruction available in Punjabi, catering to anxious learners and those seeking a supportive environment. £38 per hour, £73 for 2-hour lessons, or £340 for a 10-hour block; Pass Plus courses also available at £210. Flexible scheduling includes evenings and weekends to fit busy timetables.Specialises in manual driving lessons with instruction available in Punjabi, catering to anxious learners and those seeking a supportive environment. £38 per...
Aceway Driving School
Winner of Best Driving School Award 2025 in Birmingham with over 25 years' experience and 65 years of combined instructor expertise. First 2 hours cost £60 for manual or £62 for automatic, then £32-£33 per hour for 5-hour blocks; a triple guarantee includes 100% satisfaction refund, free second test if you fail your first (mock pass required), and a free refresher lesson within 2 years of passing. Multilingual instructors, nervous driver support, and high first-time pass rates make this school particularly strong for learners seeking confidence and local road knowledge.Winner of Best Driving School Award 2025 in Birmingham with over 25 years' experience and 65 years of combined instructor expertise. First 2 hours cost £60 for...
Blue Gem Automatic Driving School
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...
A.R.T School of Motoring Ltd
Just Pass School of Motoring Ltd
UK's Premium Driving Solutions
Quality-focused instruction with competitive pricing: £35-£36 per hour for manual lessons on weekdays, or £340-£350 for 10-hour blocks. Test vehicle hire available for £100, and mock tests offered at £40-£50 per hour to build confidence before your test.Quality-focused instruction with competitive pricing: £35-£36 per hour for manual lessons on weekdays, or £340-£350 for 10-hour blocks. Test vehicle hire...
Jason M Thorne
Calm, thorough instructor with a five-star review from a learner who passed first time in under 6 months. Offers one or two-hour lessons in manual, plus Pass Plus courses, night driving, motorway, and assessment lessons to help you identify areas for improvement before your test.Calm, thorough instructor with a five-star review from a learner who passed first time in under 6 months. Offers one or two-hour lessons in manual, plus Pass...
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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 |