Driving Lessons in United Kingdom

£39
average price
4,060
driving schools
11,374
independent instructors
1
test centre

Driving schools and instructors in United Kingdom

Showing 2,1212,140 of 4,060
Auto-King Driving School

Auto-King Driving School

5(38)

Instructor Azhar Yasin has built a strong reputation with multiple five-star reviews praising first-time pass rates and patient teaching methods. Specializing in automatic driving lessons with modern dual-controlled vehicles, this school focuses on developing confident, responsible drivers rather than just test passes.

Automatic
12 Hardinge St, Fenton, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 4NFView school
Mike Hinton Driving School

Mike Hinton Driving School

5(37)

Known for working with nervous drivers and neuro-divergent learners including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and dyspraxia. Mike's teaching approach focuses on building confidence and making learning enjoyable, with a dedicated app that tracks your progress transparently throughout your course. High pass rate and strong Facebook reviews from students who've benefited from his patient, professional style.

Manual
15 Elton Ln, Dalton, Rotherham S66 3RUView school
Midlothian Driver Training

Midlothian Driver Training

5(37)

Small independent school focused on building confident, safe drivers rather than test-passing techniques—lessons cover real-world driving across varied locations and road types. Tailored, client-centred approach with each lesson building on previous experience, supported by positive Google reviews from recent test passers.

AutomaticIntensive
42 Whitehouse Ave, Gorebridge EH23 4FJView school
OK Drive

OK Drive

5(36)
Block bookings available

Client-centred learning tailored to how you prefer to absorb information, with 90-minute lessons at £67.50 for your first session and £60 ongoing, plus prepayment discounts available. Free access to Theory Test Pro online portal included with all lessons, and a pupil app for booking and reflective learning logs. Focus on building confidence and safe driving for life, not just passing the test.

ManualEveningsWeekendsFemale Instructors
Greenfields, Westmancote, Tewkesbury GL20 7EPView school
Brennans Driving Ltd

Brennans Driving Ltd

5(36)

Fleet includes a Mercedes AMG A35 and Audi A3 S Line, both fitted with dual controls and regularly serviced for a comfortable, safe learning environment. Every student receives a progress tracking pack from day one, with instructors updating skill charts after each session to highlight improvements and guide lesson planning. Structured curriculum covers theory, practical driving in all conditions, and mock tests, with flexible weekday and weekend scheduling available.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomatic
Biddulph, Stoke-on-Trent ST8 6QQView school
Gold School Of Motoring

Gold School Of Motoring

5(36)

Established since 1993, this school specialises in intensive driving courses ranging from 5 to 10 days, with a unique free retest guarantee on the 48-hour Beginners course if you don't pass first time. Courses cost from £1,100 to £2,050 (with July 2026 discounts available), include mock tests and your practical test, and use a modern Kia Ceed with dual controls and parking sensors.

IntensiveTest car available
Heritage Dr, Gillingham ME7 3EHView school
Pass At Once

Pass At Once

5(36)
Block bookings available

Pass At Once specialises in automatic driving lessons across the West Midlands, with instructors fluent in Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, and Bengali. Flexible scheduling around work and childcare, competitive pricing with block booking discounts, and intensive courses available. The school emphasises a high pass rate built on years of experience and well-trained male and female instructors who adapt lessons to each learner's pace.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
Speaks Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, Bengali
Kings Court, 17 School Rd, Hall Green, Birmingham B28 8JGView school
U Drive School of Motoring

U Drive School of Motoring

5(36)
20hrs for £900

Intensive driving courses ranging from 20 to 40 hours, priced from £900 for 20 hours up to £1,800 for 40 hours. One-to-one instruction with male or female instructors in both manual and automatic cars, designed to help learners pass their test quickly. Block booking deals and gift vouchers available.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
1 Flanders Ct, Birtley, Chester-le-Street DH3 1LDView school
Drive 17

Drive 17

5(36)

High first-time pass rate with friendly, in-depth lessons covering nervous pupils and all ages. Free theory tuition and motorway lessons included, plus competitive pricing with regular offers available.

Manual
Colwick, Nottingham NG4 2DLView school
MD Driving

MD Driving

5(35)

Over a decade of teaching experience combined with IAM advanced motorist qualification and a structured coaching system designed around how learners actually struggle. Matt Durrant specialises in building calm confidence for nervous drivers while offering efficient, test-ready instruction for fast learners, with lessons typically 1.5 hours and available in 1 or 2-hour formats.

ManualTest car available
221 Nottingham Rd, Spondon, Derby DE21 7GZView school
Sue's Driving School

Sue's Driving School

5(35)
5hrs for £360

Calm and reassuring instructor with 38+ years of driving experience and a perfect student pass record. 90-minute lessons at £75 (£80 evenings/weekends), with block deals from £360 for 5 lessons and intensive courses available. Test car usage included as part of your deposit arrangement, plus Pass Plus courses for newly qualified drivers.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale InstructorsTest car available
MS Susan Weaver, 40 Cooks Acre, Bromborough, Wirral CH62 7FGView school
Real Driving Limited

Real Driving Limited

5(35)
10hrs for £400

Instructor with 15 years of HGV instruction and 4 years of car tuition, known for exceptional patience with nervous learners. £40/hour for 2-hour lessons or £400 for a 10-hour block with guaranteed weekly slots. Multiple students have passed first time, including those who started with significant anxiety or coordination challenges.

ManualTest car available
42 Market End Way, Bicester OX26 2EZView school
DTMK Driving School

DTMK Driving School

5(34)
10hrs for £385

Instructor and qualified teacher combining structured DVSA-aligned lessons with evidence-based tuition tracked via the Total Drive app. Two-hour lessons at £80 midweek or £98 weekends, with a 10-hour block at £385 (saving £15 per lesson). All learners who pass are invited to a free Basic Life Support course through their Qualsafe-approved first aid centre.

ManualEveningsWeekends
Mill Rd, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK2 2LGView school
Robbie's Driving School

Robbie's Driving School

5(33)

Patient and professional instructor covering beginner lessons through intensive courses, with a focus on city, country, and motorway driving tailored to individual needs. Lessons available weekdays with test route preparation included.

ManualIntensive
6 St Abb's Dr, Paisley PA2 9HUView school
Automasterz driving school

Automasterz driving school

5(33)

All five-star Google reviews highlight instructor Sahad's patient teaching style and clear explanations that build confidence in nervous learners. Courses include Pass Plus, motorway training, and mock tests alongside intensive lessons and evening/weekend availability.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
110 Howard Rd, Dartford DA1 1XHView school
Star Driver

Star Driver

5(33)

15+ years' experience with a patient, calm instructor who earns consistent praise for making lessons enjoyable and stress-free. Flexible 1 or 2-hour lessons available daily with weekend appointments, plus mock tests and Pass Plus courses to build confidence beyond your test.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomatic
20 Hogarth Cl, Romsey SO51 7TFView school
Learner's Choice

Learner's Choice

5(33)

Over 2,000 lesson hours delivered with a confidence-first approach designed for nervous learners. Structured lesson plans build skills step-by-step, with local test-route practice on the junctions and roundabouts you'll actually face. Patient, calm coaching from lesson one through to test day.

ManualEveningsWeekends
269 Henley Rd, Coventry CV2 1AWView school
GoHamilton Drive School

GoHamilton Drive School

5(32)

Aaron Hamilton brings genuine passion to teaching, having worked with learners from teenagers to retirees across different backgrounds and countries. His client-centred approach combines demonstration, video resources, and detailed feedback after every lesson to build confident, safe drivers rather than just test passers. Two-hour lessons are the standard, with flexible pricing available to suit different needs.

AutomaticIntensiveTest car available
College Rd, Swanley BR8 7LTView school
DBSM Driving School

DBSM Driving School

5(32)

Ex-BSM instructor with 100+ successful students since 2016, offering structured courses tailored to your experience level and focused on test preparation. All lessons are two hours in a manual car at £80 per session, with free access to Theory Test Pro included for every student. Lessons conducted in English and Polish.

ManualFemale Instructors
Speaks Polish
12 Peggs Walk, Sunny Hill, Derby DE23 1RGView school
Green Driving Academy

Green Driving Academy

5(31)

Grade A instructor specializing in automatic lessons, with a focus on preparing learners for the UK's shift to electric vehicles by 2030. Denis emphasizes patient, personalized instruction in a relaxed environment, offering beginner lessons, refresher courses, and mock tests to build confidence before your test.

Automatic
58 Princes View, Dartford DA1 1RJView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in United Kingdom?

Most learners pay £40–£45 an hour. Under £40 is a good deal, over £50 is at the higher end.

Typical
£41
Most pay
£40–£45
Schools
Under £30
42
£30–35
151
£35–40
688
£40–45
715
£45–50
264
£50–55
68
£55+
20

Based on prices from 1948 driving schools in United Kingdom.

Intensive courses in United Kingdom

Want to pass fast?

1,632 United Kingdom schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

United Kingdom Test Centres and Pass Rates

Based on the latest DVSA data, 2024–25. 1 nearby test centre.

46%

Rugby

7,174 tests taken
Women47.9%
Men44.7%
Automatic39.1%

Areas in the United Kingdom