Driving Lessons in West Yorkshire

West Yorkshire has 124 driving schools and 315 independent driving instructors spread across its towns and cities, with schools averaging £36 per hour. The region shows strong diversity in learning options: 48 schools offer automatic driving lessons, 29 offer female driving instructors, and there are 51 independent female driving instructors. Schools hold a 4.8-star average rating, and 52 offer intensive courses. Pass rates vary from Barnsley at 58.5% down to Halifax at 45%, so your test centre choice matters significantly.

£37
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124
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315
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Driving lessons in West Yorkshire

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D2D Driving School

D2D Driving School

Manual and automatic

5(25)
From £35/hr10hrs for £340Save £10

Affordable block booking deals starting at £35/hour, with 10-hour packages at £340 and 40-hour intensive courses at £1200. Both male and female instructors available, covering motorway driving, theory training, and Pass Plus courses alongside standard lessons.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
137 Foundry Approach, Leeds LS9 6RXView school
Driving Aim

Driving Aim

Automatic

5(8)
Block bookings available

Comprehensive range of lessons from basic to advanced, including motorway training and mock tests alongside standard courses. Pick-up and drop-off service available, with block booking discounts and Pass Plus courses on offer.

Intensive
22 Hetton Rd, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 2RTView school
SH Driving School

SH Driving School

Automatic

5(35)
From £38/hr10hrs for £360Save £20

A 95% referral rate and 10+ years' experience teaching defensive driving fundamentals, from hazard awareness to safe lane-changing. £38/hour or £360 for a 10-hour block, with intensive courses ranging from 5 to 45 hours depending on your starting point. Known for a calm, laid-back approach that adapts to quick learners and those needing extra attention.

Intensive
42, Wakefield WF2 9EDView school
PassVeryFast

PassVeryFast

Manual and automatic

5(29)49% pass rate
5hrs for £440

Pass rate 49% higher than the national average, with fast-tracked test booking cutting typical wait times in half. Intensive courses from £440 (5 hours) to £2565 (48 hours) include theory and test fees, completable in as little as one week depending on availability. Personalized lesson plans and online progress tracking keep learning tailored to your pace.

Intensive
3 Beckhill Walk, Chapel Allerton, Leeds LS7 2RWView school
Neil Wilkinson School of Motoring

Neil Wilkinson School of Motoring

Manual

5(6)
From £34/hr10hrs for £306Save £34

Independent instructor with over 25 years' experience and an excellent first-time pass rate. £34/hour or £306 for a 10-hour block, or 1st Hour Free with flexible lesson lengths (1, 1.5, or 2 hours). Door-to-door service, mock tests, and motorway tuition included. Please see my website at neilwilkinson.net

EveningsWeekends
38 Morlands Cl, Dewsbury WF13 4BNView school
MH Driving School

MH Driving School

Manual and automatic

5(1)96% pass rate
From £28/hr10hrs for £280

96% first-time pass rate with 500+ students trained since 2015. Block deals from £280 for 10 hours up to £1080 for 40 hours, plus free theory test practice included with the 40-hour package. Test car available for your driving test, with flexible payment plans and six-day-a-week availability.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
2b Clement St, Bradford BD8 9SHView school
ZOWTH

ZOWTH

Manual and automatic

4.9(387)
From £37/hr10hrs for £350Save £20

Flexible block deals from £350 for 10 hours up to £2,100 for 60 hours, with 2-hour lessons at £74 each. Courses are structured by experience level, from complete beginners to test-ready learners, with lessons scheduled close to your test date to keep skills fresh. Fast-tracked theory and test booking available to reduce wait times.

Intensive
3 Beckhill Dr, Chapel Allerton, Leeds LS7 2RWView school
Meena's School of Motoring

Meena's School of Motoring

Automatic

4.8(178)
From £37.50/hr

Independent instructor since 1997 with 23 years' experience, teaching a calm, patient approach that builds confidence at your own pace. £38/hour for 1-hour lessons or £75 for 2-hour sessions, with Pass Plus courses at £350 for 6 hours. Fluent in Hindi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Urdu, and Mirpuri; motorway and taxi test training also available.

EveningsWeekendsFemale Instructors
Speaks Hindi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Urdu, Mirpuri
Park View Ave, Burley, Leeds LS4 2LHView school
Unity School of Motoring

Unity School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

5(190)98% pass rate

Operating for over 18 years across West Yorkshire, Unity School of Motoring boasts a 98% first-time pass rate with a team of 9+ experienced instructors. Online progress tracking keeps you informed at every stage, while affordable pricing and flexible scheduling make learning accessible for all.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
21 Cheapside, Bradford BD1 4HRView school
Perfect Driving Lessons

Perfect Driving Lessons

Manual and automatic

5(6)

Learn over 1–8 weeks with flexible scheduling and personalized lesson plans adapted to your pace. Fast-tracked theory and test options available, plus motorway courses and Pass Plus tuition alongside standard lessons for all skill levels.

Intensive
81 Tong Way, Farnley, Leeds LS12 5NBView school
Driving Lesson Leeds

Driving Lesson Leeds

Manual and automatic

5(2)

Flexible learning over 1-8 weeks with fast-tracked theory and test options available. Patient instructors adapt their teaching to your pace, whether you're a nervous beginner or need a confidence boost before your test. Motorway courses and Pass Plus also on offer.

Intensive
Burley Hill Trading Estate, Burley Rd, Burley, Leeds LS4 2PUView school
Safeway Rider School of Motoring

Safeway Rider School of Motoring

Manual

4.9(394)

Established in 1992, this West Yorkshire institution has trained thousands of learner drivers to pass their tests and become confident on the road. The team includes ORDIT-registered trainers with over 30 years' combined experience in driver training, offering structured programmes designed to teach pupils to a high standard. Book online for up to 10% discount on lessons.

Intensive
33 Whetley Ln, Bradford BD8 9EHView school
CoachU2 Drive

CoachU2 Drive

Automatic

5(229)
From £35/hr10hrs for £340Save £10

An automatic specialist with an excellent track record helping nervous drivers build confidence and pass their test. Standard lessons are £35/hour or £340 for a 10-hour block, with intensive courses ranging from 5 to 45 hours (all include practical test booking and test car use). Refresher and motorway lessons also available, plus Pass Plus courses at £375.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
5 Como Gardens, Bradford BD8 9PXView school
SD Academy

SD Academy

Manual and automatic

5(179)
From £40/hr10hrs for £400

Established since 1999, SD Academy has trained over 2,000 drivers and specialises in nervous learners, particularly those who prefer automatic lessons for a calmer, less stressful experience. £40/hour or £400 for 10 hours, with flexible scheduling and a bespoke teaching approach tailored to individual strengths and weaknesses. Students on average require 15 hours fewer lessons than the national average.

Heaton Rd, Bradford BD9 4PWView school
Kwik Pass Bradford

Kwik Pass Bradford

Manual

5(177)
From £35/hr

Kwik Pass Bradford offers flexible lesson slots in 1, 1.5, and 2-hour blocks at £35/hour, with motorway tuition and Pass Plus courses also available. Instructor Rahim comes highly recommended by students for making lessons engaging and effective, with one learner crediting him directly for their pass.

1 Warley Ave, Bradford BD3 8HRView school
BB Driving School

BB Driving School

Manual

5(170)90% pass rate
From £40/hr

£40 per hour for 2-hour lessons with a Grade A instructor who's maintained the highest qualification for 25+ years and achieved a 90% first-time pass rate. Structured tuition using workbooks, free Theory Test Pro access, and mock tests included; semi-intensive courses available if you want to progress faster.

Intensive
12 Petrel Way, Morley, Leeds LS27 8GBView school
Neil Morrison Driving Lessons

Neil Morrison Driving Lessons

Manual

5(119)
From £35/hr10hrs for £309Save £41

New Zealand-born instructor with a track record of helping anxious and struggling learners pass their tests, including one pupil who succeeded after 22 years and 10 attempts. £35 per hour or take advantage of the popular 4 for £99 offer; 10 hours for £309 or 20 hours for £659. Pass Plus courses and motorway confidence training also available.

Intensive
3 Wellington Pl, Bradford BD2 3ENView school
A Star Driving School

A Star Driving School

Manual

5(101)82% pass rate
From £39/hrBlock bookings available

An 82% first-time pass rate backed by detailed learner records that track your progress throughout the course. Lessons start at £39/hour, with a starter deal of 4½ hours for £120, and a referral scheme that earns you free tuition for every friend who joins. The instructor uses a brand new SEAT with modern safety features and offers flexible pickup from home, college, or work.

9 Croftdale Grove, Leeds LS15 8EGView school
Valli Driving School

Valli Driving School

Manual and automatic

5(96)
From £35/hrBlock bookings available

£35 per hour with a money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied with your first lesson. Defensive driving techniques, city, road and motorway training delivered by experienced instructors, plus unlimited access to Theory Test Pro and discounts on block bookings. Pass Plus courses also available.

2 Warren St, Savile Town, Dewsbury WF12 9LUView school
Finesse Driving Academy

Finesse Driving Academy

Manual

5(81)
From £39/hr10hrs for £370Save £20

Trained in the LD System of Driving through the LDC franchise, this instructor uses the latest technology including video guides and free theory test apps to support your learning. Individual lessons are £39/hour with a block deal of £370 for 10 lessons or more, plus intensive and semi-intensive courses available for those ready to progress quickly.

IntensiveTest car available
31 Gleanings Ave, Halifax HX2 0NUView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in West Yorkshire?

Most learners pay £35–£40 an hour. Under £35 is a good deal, over £45 is at the higher end.

Typical
£38
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
Under £30
2
£30–35
13
£35–40
27
£40–45
12
£45–50
4

Based on prices from 58 driving schools in West Yorkshire.

Intensive courses in West Yorkshire

Want to pass fast?

52 West Yorkshire schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

West Yorkshire Test Centres and Pass Rates

With 13 centres in and around West Yorkshire, the results vary a lot. Barnsley and Knaresborough lead with pass rates of 59%, and Skipton follows on 57%, all well above the 50% national average. Barnsley also has the best automatic pass rate at 57%, against a national automatic pass rate of 45%. Halifax and Wakefield have the lowest pass rates at 45%, with Heckmondwike on 46%, a little below average. Knaresborough has the shortest wait at about 1½ months and Pontefract the longest at about 3½ months. Most people will still do best on roads they know.

59%

Barnsley

7,737 tests taken · typical wait 1½ months
Manual pass rate59.1%
Automatic pass rate56.6%
59%

Knaresborough

8,301 tests taken · typical wait 1½ months
Manual pass rate60.4%
Automatic pass rate53.3%
57%

Skipton

3,197 tests taken · typical wait 3 months
Manual pass rate57.5%
Automatic pass rate55.1%
56%

Bradford (Heaton)

8,354 tests taken · typical wait 3 months
Manual pass rate56.7%
Automatic pass rate55.0%
53%

Steeton

4,784 tests taken · typical wait 3½ months
Manual pass rate54.0%
Automatic pass rate47.9%
52%

Leeds (Fearnville)

4,676 tests taken · typical wait 2 months
Manual pass rate54.3%
Automatic pass rate47.6%
50%

Horsforth

12,466 tests taken · typical wait 2½ months
Manual pass rate51.7%
Automatic pass rate45.2%
49%

Huddersfield

10,563 tests taken · typical wait 3½ months
Manual pass rate51.3%
Automatic pass rate43.4%
48%

Bradford (Thornbury)

10,831 tests taken · typical wait 2 months
Manual pass rate50.3%
Automatic pass rate42.3%
47%

Pontefract

5,544 tests taken · typical wait 3½ months
Manual pass rate48.6%
Automatic pass rate39.5%

Areas in West Yorkshire