Driving Lessons in Worthing
Worthing's 18 driving schools and 40 independent driving instructors benefit from the town's exceptional test centre performance. The Worthing centre achieved a 58.8% pass rate in 2024-25, well above the national average. Schools charge £30 to £50 per hour, averaging £41, and maintain an excellent 4.9-star average rating. Automatic driving lessons are available at 7 schools, 4 schools offer female driving instructors, and there are 5 independent female driving instructors.
- £41
- average price
- 18
- driving schools
- 40
- independent instructors
- 1
- test centre
Driving schools and instructors in Worthing
GetIn2Gear
Known for building confidence in anxious and nervous learners, Jon Chapman has a first-time pass rate well above the national average across 15+ years of teaching. £30/hour for single lessons, or £29/hour within a 10-hour block (£290) and £28/hour for 20 hours (£560). His patient, encouraging approach and ability to relate driving to learners' interests make him particularly effective with those struggling with anxiety or self-doubt.
Drive with Jim
Over 20 years' experience teaching nervous and confident learners alike in the Worthing area, with a flexible approach that matches your pace. £40/hour or £330 for a 10-hour beginner block, plus Pass Plus courses available.
YA Driving School
Independent instructor with 250+ safe drivers trained, offering £35/hour lessons or a 10-hour block for £350. Test day packages include a 2-hour warm-up, dual-controlled car hire, and instructor debrief attendance for £149, plus 1-week intensive courses and Pass Plus training available.
Route 1 Driving Tuition
£45 per hour or £420 for a 10-hour block. Route 1 teaches nervous beginners through to advanced drivers, with modern air-conditioned cars fitted with dual controls and regularly cleaned. The school also offers refresher courses and motorway tuition for learners looking to build confidence beyond test-day skills.
SmoothDrive
SmoothDrive offers 2-hour lessons at £50/hour, with a 10-hour package at £450 (£45/hour) and reduced rates of £45/hour after your first 5 lessons. Test day costs £90 if you've completed at least 10 hours with the school, or £400 for short-notice bookings (requires a passed mock test 48 hours prior). Mock tests and assessments are available at £50 for 1 hour to build confidence before your test.
Able1st
Independent instructor Geoff Ford keeps detailed progress records so you always know exactly where you stand in your learning. Automatic driving lessons from £60/hour, with patient, tailored tuition structured to your pace rather than the instructor's. Pickup and dropoff within 5 miles included, plus Pass Plus courses available.
BeWise Driving School
Specialises in nervous drivers with safe off-road practice areas for your first lessons, allowing you to build confidence before tackling public roads. One-to-one tuition tailored to your learning pace, with a Grade A instructor offering patient, calm tuition over 10 years' experience. £44/hour or £40 per lesson on a 10-hour block, with intensive courses and motorway training also available.
Flypass Driving School
Independent instructor Sue delivers calm, patient lessons tailored to each learner's pace, with a focus on building confidence from day one. Flexible pay-as-you-go pricing at £40/hour for 1, 1.5, or 2-hour lessons, plus motorway training and post-test refresher courses available for qualified drivers.
AI Driving School of Motoring
Flexible pricing from £45/hour or £440 for a 10-hour block, with beginner lessons available at £60 for a discounted first session. Two-hour lessons (£90) are their most popular option, and motorway lessons plus Pass Plus courses are also available. Intensive courses fill up quickly, so early booking is recommended.
JSM Driving School
Jason brings 29 years of car mechanic experience and advanced Roadcraft training to learner lessons at £50/hour, with flexible intensive options from 1.5 to 3 hours. Multiple first-time pass reviews highlight his patience with nervous learners and non-native English speakers. Pass Plus courses and motorway training also available for newly qualified drivers.
Bee Happy Driving
Barbara has been instructing since 2004 and teaches with a focus on building confidence alongside test-passing skills, using varied teaching techniques tailored to individual needs. Multiple first-time pass reviews highlight her patient, calm approach. At £40/hour or £390 for a 10-hour introductory block, lessons include use of a 2021 Kia Rio with dual controls, dashboard cameras for training feedback, and test car hire available for £80.
Moyn's Driving School
Former BSM-trained instructor with a latest-generation Ford Fiesta ST Line and dual controls for safety. 130 five-star reviews highlight his patience, punctuality, and ability to build confidence in nervous learners. Contact for current lesson rates and block booking deals.
Quick Learners
Sarah Quick brings a calm, patient teaching style that learners consistently praise for building confidence and delivering first-time passes. 1.5-hour lessons at £66 each, with Pass Plus courses available at £264 for 6 hours. Known for working with nervous drivers, complete beginners, and those seeking refresher lessons or mock tests.
DriverStation
DriverStation backs every learner with a Driving Test Pass Promise: if you don't pass first time, they'll cover the cost of your second test. £50 for a 90-minute introductory lesson, then £375 for a 10-hour block, with patient instructors focused on real progress and honest guidance rather than time-wasting.
2Drive
Patient instructor with strong testimonials including first-time passes and zero-minor results. Specialises in automatic driving lessons with intensive and semi-intensive courses available, plus mock tests to build confidence before your test day.
Smart Drive UK
A large multi-area driving school with instructors across the South and expanding into northern England. The page lists extensive coverage but lacks specific pricing, instructor credentials, pass rates, or teaching approach details needed to assess quality or value.
Frank Judah
Grade A instructor with 16+ years' experience and a higher-than-average pass rate, known for putting anxious drivers at ease with patience and humour. Mock tests prepare pupils thoroughly for their test day. Member of three driving instructor associations and regularly attends seminars to stay current with client-centred learning methods.
Let's Get Going! Driving Lessons In Worthing
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Best block deals in Worthing
Pay for a block of lessons upfront and the hourly rate drops. The best block here saves you £70.
How much do driving lessons cost in Worthing?
Most learners pay £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.
Based on prices from 11 driving schools in Worthing.
Intensive courses in Worthing
Want to pass fast?
5 Worthing schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.
Worthing Test Centres and Pass Rates
7,766 tests were taken in Worthing from 2024 to 2025, with this single centre delivering an excellent 58.8% pass rate that's well above average. The coastal town's mix of wide seafront roads and narrow residential streets in areas like Tarring provides good variety, though the busy A27 bypass and complex Lyons Farm roundabout can challenge new drivers. Automatic learners achieved a 52.9% pass rate, while women passed at 56.5% compared to men at 60.9%. The generally flat terrain and clear road markings help boost success rates here.
Worthing
7,766 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worthing | 56.5% | 60.9% | 53.0% | 58.8% | 7,766 |