Driving Lessons in Leeds

Leeds has an extensive network of 38 driving schools and 79 independent driving instructors. Schools maintain an excellent 4.9-star rating with pricing from £22 to £48 per hour, averaging £38. Fifteen schools offer both automatic driving lessons and intensive courses, while 6 schools provide female driving instructors alongside 9 independent female driving instructors. The main Leeds test centre shows a 50.2% pass rate, with nearby Horsforth performing slightly better at 51.3%.

£38
average price
38
driving schools
79
independent instructors
6
test centres

Driving schools and instructors in Leeds

Showing 120 of 38
BB Driving School

BB Driving School

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.

ManualIntensive
12 Petrel Way, Morley, Leeds LS27 8GBView school
A Star Driving School

A Star Driving School

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.

Manual
9 Croftdale Grove, Leeds LS15 8EGView school
1st Advance

1st Advance

5(80)77.2% pass rate
From £40/hr10hrs for £380Save £20

Over 30 years in the driving instruction industry with a 77.2% pass rate in 2024 and 95% of pupils passing at their 1st or 2nd attempt. Manual lessons from £40/hour, with 5-hour blocks at £195 and 10-hour blocks at £380; 90-minute beginner sessions available from £59. Free theory help and Pass Plus courses also available.

Manual
5 Manston Terrace, Cross Gates, Leeds LS15 8JWView school
D2D Driving School

D2D Driving School

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.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
137 Foundry Approach, Leeds LS9 6RXView school
Leeds Automatic School of Motoring

Leeds Automatic School of Motoring

5(4)
From £38/hr10hrs for £370Save £10

£38/hour or £370 for a 10-hour block with Pat Cooney, a Grade A instructor holding advanced qualifications from the Driving Standards Agency, Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, and Institute of Advanced Motorists. Specialises in automatic driving lessons for learners who struggle with manual gears, stalling, or finding the biting point, with a reputation for patience and encouragement.

Automatic
Ivy St, Osmondthorpe, Leeds LS9 9DFView school
In Gear Driving School

In Gear Driving School

5(2)
From £35/hr10hrs for £330Save £20

Well-established independent school specialising in manual lessons across Leeds and surrounding areas, open 7 days a week with door-to-door pickup and drop-off. £35/hour for single lessons, or save with block deals from £330 for 10 hours (£33/hour) up to £930 for 30 hours (£31/hour). Known for patient instruction with nervous learners, plus Fast Pass intensive courses, motorway tuition, and taxi pass training.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensive
8 Fearnville Terrace, Leeds LS8 3BUView school
Automatic Driving Lessons Leeds

Automatic Driving Lessons Leeds

5(1)91% pass rate
From £38/hr10hrs for £370Save £10

Specialist in automatic driving lessons with a 91% first-time pass rate across 900+ students. Single instructor approach with 11+ years' experience, offering 1.5-hour lessons at £57, 2-hour lessons at £76, or 10-hour blocks at £370. NHS discounts available, plus intensive courses and flexible evening/weekend scheduling.

EveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensive
9A Kentmere Approach, Seacroft, Leeds LS14 1JWView school
Shire Oak Driving School

Shire Oak Driving School

5(1)
From £35/hr10hrs for £340Save £10

Multiple instructors with strong first-time pass reviews, including several students passing with zero or minimal minors. £35 per hour or £340 for a 10-hour block, with student and company discounts available at £34 per hour. Special offer for complete beginners: first 3 hours for £80.

ManualFemale Instructors
Carrholm Cres, Chapel Allerton, Leeds LS7 2NQView school
Highway 2 L

Highway 2 L

5(1)
From £40/hr10hrs for £370Save £30

Friendly, relaxed instruction at competitive rates: £40/hour or £370 for a 10-hour block. Pass Plus courses also available at £175, helping reduce your insurance costs after passing.

Manual
400 Broad Ln, Bramley, Leeds LS13 3DFView school
ZOWTH

ZOWTH

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.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
3 Beckhill Dr, Chapel Allerton, Leeds LS7 2RWView school
Smart Intensive Driving

Smart Intensive Driving

4.9(98)95% pass rate
From £40/hr10hrs for £440

95% first-time pass rate with intensive courses designed to get you test-ready in 1-2 weeks. Standard lessons at £40/hour (manual) or £45/hour (automatic), with intensive packages from £240 for 5 hours up to £1,680 for 35 hours, plus flexible financing via Klarna and Payl8r. Rated 4.9 stars, this school specializes in fast-track learning with dedicated instructors, mock tests, and theory support included in every course.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensive
341 Easterly Rd, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 2TSView school
Smart Driver Academy

Smart Driver Academy

4.9(94)
From £48/hr10hrs for £470.40Save £10

Established since 2004, Peter Scott specialises in automatic driving lessons with an electric car option, catering to learners with dyslexia, dyspraxia, and learning difficulties. £48/hour for weekday lessons, £94 for two hours, with 2-3% discounts on 10+ hour block bookings. Beginner special: 2-hour introductory lesson with the first hour free.

EveningsWeekendsAutomatic
Selby Rd, Whitkirk, Leeds LS15 7AXView school
L Driving School

L Driving School

4.9(64)
From £33/hr10hrs for £315Save £15

£33/hour with substantial block discounts up to £120 off, or 10 hours for £315. Instructor picks you up from your doorstep and tailors lessons to your strengths and weaknesses, with a structured driving plan for beginners included. Test day car available for £85 per 2-hour session.

ManualTest car available
118 Foundry Ave, Leeds LS8 3LUView school
Automatic Annie Driving School

Automatic Annie Driving School

4.9(59)
From £45/hr

Grade A female instructor with over 20 years' teaching experience, established since 2000 and known for exceptional customer satisfaction. Two-hour lessons at £90, with Pass Plus courses (6 hours, £290) and motorway lessons (£100) also available. Home pick-up and drop-off included, with flexible scheduling tailored to each learner's pace and goals.

EveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
60 Wyncliffe Gardens, Moortown, Leeds LS17 6HBView school
Airedale School of Motoring

Airedale School of Motoring

4.9(36)
From £22/hr10hrs for £205Save £15

Grade 6 instructor (top 7% of UK instructors) operating since 1984 with a track record of high pass rates and parents' testimonials praising both test success and safe driving habits. £22/hour or £15 per lesson in a 10-lesson block, with flexible 1, 1.5, or 2-hour sessions plus motorway tuition and Pass Plus courses available.

Manual
28 Summerhill Rd, Methley, Leeds LS26 9HUView school
Meena's School of Motoring

Meena's School of Motoring

4.8(178)
From £38/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.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticFemale Instructors
Speaks Hindi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Urdu, Mirpuri
Park View Ave, Burley, Leeds LS4 2LHView school
Learn To Drive UK

Learn To Drive UK

4.8(131)48% pass rate
From £44.50/hr20hrs for £582Save £308

48% higher pass rate than the national average with test bookings secured in just 3-7 days, cutting typical waiting times in half. Courses start from £470 with flexible payment options, home pickups across Great Britain, and a Guaranteed Pass course available if you don't pass within two years. Over 80,000 students have passed with this provider, backed by a PassProtect option giving two extra practical tests for the price of one.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
City Walk, Holbeck, Leeds LS11 9BGView school
ESA Driving School

ESA Driving School

4.7(133)
From £42/hr

ESA Driving School offers automatic and manual lessons at £42/hour, with fast pass intensive courses available for learners at all stages, from complete beginners to test-ready drivers. The school provides a range of flexible options including refresher lessons and supports learners through every step of their driving journey.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
5 Wooler Ave, Beeston, Leeds LS11 7NEView school
JM Driving School

JM Driving School

4.7(117)
From £35/hr10hrs for £330Save £20

15 years' experience teaching structured, goal-focused lessons with a coaching approach designed to build independent driving before test day. £35/hour for standard daytime lessons, or save with block deals from £330 for 10 hours up to £1,320 for 40 hours. Door-to-door service and Pass Plus courses also available.

ManualEveningsWeekendsTest car available
11 Spencer Pl, Leeds LS7 4DQView school
MJ Automatic Leeds

MJ Automatic Leeds

From £38/hr10hrs for £370Save £10

£38/hour for regular lessons or £370 for a 10-hour block, with intensive courses ranging from 15 to 40 hours (£570–£1,520). Over a decade of experience with local instructors who know all Leeds test centres, plus student and NHS discounts available. Modern dual-control automatic vehicles including Toyota and Nissan models, with short-notice test booking assistance.

AutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
Carden Ave, Leeds LS15 0EJView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in Leeds?

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

Typical
£39
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
Under £35
2
£35–40
10
£40–45
6
£45–50
2

Based on prices from 20 driving schools in Leeds.

Intensive courses in Leeds

Want to pass fast?

15 Leeds schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

Leeds Test Centres and Pass Rates

Featherstone struggles at just 34.1% while Horsforth leads Leeds' seven centres at 51.3%, across 60,934 tests conducted from 2024 to 2025. The challenging Yorkshire test routes include steep hills, busy ring roads like the A6120, and tight terraced streets where meeting oncoming traffic requires confidence. Men passed at 49.8% compared to women at 45.4%, and automatic learners achieved 44.5% across all centres.

51%

Horsforth

11,935 tests taken
Women49.5%
Men52.7%
Automatic45.7%
50%

Leeds

7,346 tests taken
Women48.4%
Men51.7%
Automatic45.2%
50%

Bradford (Heaton)

7,594 tests taken
Women43.8%
Men56.1%
Automatic48.9%
47%

Bradford (Thornbury)

7,107 tests taken
Women45.8%
Men47.8%
Automatic43.8%
47%

Heckmondwike

5,232 tests taken
Women44.3%
Men49.1%
Automatic43.2%
47%

Wakefield

7,650 tests taken
Women44.3%
Men49.1%
Automatic40.2%

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