Driving Lessons in Salisbury
With 10 driving schools and 40 independent driving instructors available, Salisbury provides solid choice for learners. The schools achieve an excellent 4.8-star average rating, though lessons cost between £40-45 per hour. Female driving instructors are available through 4 schools, plus there are 10 independent female driving instructors. The local Salisbury test centre offers a reasonable 52.5% pass rate based on the latest DVSA data.
From £40/hr·Average £44/hr
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Driving Schools in Salisbury
10 schools
Safety First School of Motoring
Mike uses Client Centred Learning techniques to help you pass quickly and safely, with one student achieving zero driver faults on their first attempt. Hourly lessons at £45, or £430 for a 10-hour block and £900 for 20 hours. Motorway lessons and refresher courses also available.Mike uses Client Centred Learning techniques to help you pass quickly and safely, with one student achieving zero driver faults on their first attempt. Hourly...
Drive Hart
A-graded school led by Sarah Hart, who won the DVSA's highest driving award (Cardington Gold) and brings 20+ years' experience plus a sporting coaching background to innovative instruction methods. Lessons range from £40–£45/hour depending on instructor grade, with government-approved syllabus, published revision materials, and online progress tracking for students and parents. Outstanding test results and a team of experienced instructors—both female and male—across automatic and manual training.A-graded school led by Sarah Hart, who won the DVSA's highest driving award (Cardington Gold) and brings 20+ years' experience plus a sporting coaching...
Wiser Driver
Free pickup from home or work, plus £45/hour lessons based on 2-hour slots with test car use available at the same rate. Pass Plus courses and refresher training for full licence holders round out the offering, with a patient approach suited to nervous learners building confidence at their own pace.Free pickup from home or work, plus £45/hour lessons based on 2-hour slots with test car use available at the same rate. Pass Plus courses and refresher...
Paul Gurd Driving Tuition
Established since 1994 with a reputation for patient, relaxed instruction suited to learners of all abilities. Comprehensive courses cover theory, hazard perception, mock tests, and motorway driving, with Pass Plus courses available at half price through financial assistance. Door-to-door service with flexible scheduling means lessons fit around your life, not the other way around.Established since 1994 with a reputation for patient, relaxed instruction suited to learners of all abilities. Comprehensive courses cover theory, hazard...
South Wilts Driving Tuition
Grade A instructors Mark Tylor and Katie Shepherd have been teaching together since 2003, with deep local knowledge of test routes and the surrounding area. Mark specialises in automatic lessons while Katie teaches manual, both at £45/hour with extensive experience built over two decades.Grade A instructors Mark Tylor and Katie Shepherd have been teaching together since 2003, with deep local knowledge of test routes and the surrounding area....
Salisbury School of Motoring
Mike Del Grosso
Grade A instructor with 18 years' experience and a 4.5-star rating from 54 reviews, known for consistently above-average pass rates with most pupils passing first time. 1.5-hour lessons create a relaxed, focused learning environment, and semi-intensive courses are available. New complete beginners can save £30 off their first four 1.5-hour lessons with a guaranteed fixed price for future lessons.Grade A instructor with 18 years' experience and a 4.5-star rating from 54 reviews, known for consistently above-average pass rates with most pupils passing...
Sandra's Driving School
Five-star Google reviews and a high pass rate from an instructor offering motorway lessons, confidence building, and older drivers' assessments alongside standard tuition. At £45 per hour with free local pick-up and drop-off, Pass Plus courses are also available. Currently at capacity, but worth checking back for availability.Five-star Google reviews and a high pass rate from an instructor offering motorway lessons, confidence building, and older drivers' assessments alongside...
Salisbury School of Motoring
Established in 1955 with 14 instructors collectively bringing 151 years of teaching experience, this school has deep roots in the community. They cater to brand new learners, refresher drivers, and employees needing work assessments, with both manual and automatic tuition available.Established in 1955 with 14 instructors collectively bringing 151 years of teaching experience, this school has deep roots in the community. They cater to brand...
Rainbow Driver Training
Diamond Advanced Instructor with 30 years' experience and a 96% government assessment score, well above the national 50% average. Julia Gibbons refuses to oversell lessons, capping intensive courses at 10 hours per week to protect pass rates, and offers block booking discounts. Contact for current pricing.Diamond Advanced Instructor with 30 years' experience and a 96% government assessment score, well above the national 50% average. Julia Gibbons refuses to...
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Salisbury Test Centres and Pass Rates
Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25 | 1 nearby test centre
Salisbury achieved 52.5% passes from 5,624 tests between 2024 and 2025, sitting comfortably above the 48.6% national average. The historic city's test routes include navigating around the cathedral close with its restricted access, the busy ring road system, and residential areas with varied parking challenges. Women slightly outperformed men 54.1% to 51.3%, while automatic learners managed 41.5% success. The mix of historic narrow streets and modern bypass roads provides good variety for test preparation.
Salisbury
5,624 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salisbury | 54.1% | 51.3% | 41.5% | 52.5% | 5,624 |