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
average price
124
driving schools
315
independent instructors
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Driving lessons in West Yorkshire

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PSJ Driver Training

PSJ Driver Training

Manual

5(1)
Block bookings available

22 years of professional driving experience across light vehicles, HGV, emergency and VIP driving. Discount available for block bookings of 10 lessons, plus free theory test assistance and Pass Plus courses. Lessons taught in a new air-conditioned Peugeot with a high pass rate and stress-free approach.

South Beeches, Denholme Gate Road, Hipperholme, Halifax HX3 8JQView school
Robins School of Motoring

Robins School of Motoring

Manual

5(1)

Solo instructor operation offering flexible lesson lengths from 1 hour up to 3+ hours, with online booking available. The site includes practice theory test questions and detailed FAQs to support your learning between lessons.

5 St George's Cres, Halifax HX3 5LRView school
Sitara Driving School

Sitara Driving School

Manual

5(1)

Sitara Driving School offers regular, advance, intensive, and refresher courses tailored to different learning paces. Two-hour sessions can be booked twice or three times weekly depending on instructor availability, making it flexible for learners balancing other commitments. Contact them for current pricing and to discuss which course structure suits your timeline.

Intensive
4 Selbourne Ave, Dewsbury WF12 9PAView school
Gauntlet School of Motoring

Gauntlet School of Motoring

Manual

5

Grade A instructor with 21 years' industry experience, including instructor training and fleet work. Nick Lawson tailors lessons to different learning styles and welcomes questions in a relaxed, patient environment. Small family-run business founded in 2018, focused on building confident drivers prepared for a lifetime of safe driving.

24 Martingale Dr, Leeds LS10 4TBView school
Zeb Driving School

Zeb Driving School

Manual and automatic

4.9(469)

A 25-year-old team with a mission to help learners pass first time while becoming safe drivers for life. Flexible scheduling beyond standard 9-to-5 hours, a wide choice of vehicles including Audi and BMW, and experience teaching students from complete beginners to those with prior lessons. Pass Plus courses also available.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
513 Bradford Rd, Batley WF17 8LLView school
Daji's Automatic Driving Tuition

Daji's Automatic Driving Tuition

Automatic

4.9(102)

Specialising in automatic driving lessons since 2007, Hassan Daji focuses on safe, tailored instruction for new learners and refresher drivers alike. Competitive pricing available on request, with Pass Plus courses also offered.

and surrounding area, Batley WF17 8FUView school
The Driving Academy

The Driving Academy

Manual

4.9(38)

Money back guarantee on all lessons, backed by 18 years' experience and ORDIT registration. Principal trainer Nicky Harris leads a team of regularly assessed instructors focused on first-time passes, with intensive courses available to accelerate your learning across Yorkshire.

Intensive
7 Bradshaw Rd, Honley, Holmfirth HD9 6BLView school
Greengates School of Motoring

Greengates School of Motoring

Automatic

4.6(56)

Instructor John has built a reputation for patient, supportive teaching across learners of all ages and experience levels, with multiple five-star reviews praising his ability to explain concepts clearly and build confidence. The school specialises in automatic driving lessons and includes mock tests as part of lesson preparation, with students consistently passing within 5 months. Pick-up service one hour before test day and phone-free lessons are standard.

EveningsWeekendsFemale InstructorsTest car available
14 Fir Tree Gardens, Bradford BD10 9BUView school
Bradford School of Motoring

Bradford School of Motoring

Manual and automatic

4.1(53)

Grade 6 instructors with multi-lingual expertise and an excellent pass rate. First lesson is free, and the school commits to keeping prices to a minimum. Quick Pass intensive courses and Pass Plus courses also available.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
94-96 Toller Ln, Bradford BD9 5DTView school
AR School of Motoring

AR School of Motoring

Automatic

4(8)
Block bookings available

A team-based school offering automatic driving lessons in a modern Audi A3, with both male and female instructors available for consistent one-to-one tuition. Choose between regular weekly lessons or intensive courses designed to get you test-ready in 1-4 weeks, with the option to use the school car for your test.

IntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
69 Pinderfields Rd, Wakefield WF1 3PJView school
Rawdon School of Motoring

Rawdon School of Motoring

Manual

3.5(8)
Block bookings available

Solo instructor Bryan Mortimer has built a reputation for patience and relaxed teaching, having worked independently after four years at another school. One-to-one lessons mean consistent, personalized attention throughout your learning journey, with block booking discounts available to help you stay on track. Pass Plus courses also available for new drivers looking to build confidence beyond test standard.

61 Harrogate Rd, Rawdon, Leeds LS19 6NBView school
Edward Bullock Driving School

Edward Bullock Driving School

Manual

Client-centred approach with all instructors committing to annual CPD ensures high-quality lessons tailored to your pace. Free access to Theory Test Pro for exam preparation, plus progress tracking through the Total Drive app. Edward Bullock personally vets every instructor on his growing team to maintain standards across the Wharfe Valley, Craven, Yorkshire Dales and parts of Lancashire.

26 Clitheroe St, Works, Skipton BD23 1FQView school
Cloud 9 Driving School

Cloud 9 Driving School

Manual

Cloud 9 Driving School delivers fun, patient tuition with a friendly female instructor who breaks down driving into easy-to-understand steps. Refresher lessons are also available for returning drivers looking to build confidence.

Female Instructors
34 Fulneck Ct, Pudsey, Leeds LS28 8SBView school
Aksons Driving School

Aksons Driving School

Manual and automatic

Multiple first-time pass reviews highlight the strength of instruction here, with students praising patience, attention to detail, and confidence-building. Intensive courses compress learning into one week, while mock tests and assessment sessions prepare you thoroughly before test day. Structured lessons with a focus on independent driving skills mean you'll arrive at your test ready.

Intensive
Blake Hall Rd, Mirfield WF14 9NNView school
Robins School of Motoring

Robins School of Motoring

Manual

75% pass rate

Established in 1981, Robin Tyler has built a reputation for patient instruction across all age groups, with pass rates consistently between 70-80% compared to the national average below 50%. Lessons take place in a modern dual-controlled Volkswagen Polo equipped with power steering, anti-lock brakes, and air conditioning, with flexible session lengths from 1 to 3+ hours available to book online.

9 Park Cl, Lightcliffe, Hipperholme, Halifax HX3 8SQView school
KK Driving School Leeds

KK Driving School Leeds

Manual

5(116)
52 Burley Lodge Rd, Burley, Leeds LS6 1QFView school
North Leeds Driving School

North Leeds Driving School

Manual

5(116)
Chapel, Allerton House, Harrogate Rd, Chapel Allerton, Leeds LS7 4NYView school
Kamys Driving School

Kamys Driving School

Manual

5(110)
Barkly Parade, Beeston, Leeds LS11 7HHView school
Jenna's Auto Driving School

Jenna's Auto Driving School

Manual

5(67)
Montagu Ave, Leeds LS8 3ETView school
Mw driving school

Mw driving school

Manual

5(66)
37 Lea Farm Grove, Hawksworth, Leeds LS5 3QJView 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