Driving Lessons in United Kingdom
- £39
- average price
- 4,060
- driving schools
- 11,374
- independent instructors
- 1
- test centre
Top driving schools in United Kingdom by what matters most
The standout school for each of the most-asked questions.
McBride Driving Tuition
Cheapest manual driving school in United Kingdom.
Kwik Pass Driving School
Highest-rated manual driving school in United Kingdom.
Kwik Pass Driving School
Top-rated for automatic driving lessons in United Kingdom.
Kwik Pass Driving School
Top-rated manual driving school with female instructors in United Kingdom.
Driving schools and instructors in United Kingdom
CLS Driving School
Established over 12 years ago with a reputation for patience and calm instruction, CLS Driving School boasts a high pass rate and competitively priced lessons with discounts available for block bookings. Courses range from intensive programmes to refresher lessons and motorway training, plus Pass Plus qualifications that can unlock insurance discounts. Student reviews highlight the instructor's laid-back approach, particularly effective for nervous or repeat test-takers.
Jason Bell School of Motoring
RoSPA Gold Award holder with 20+ years' teaching experience and qualifications including Fleet Trainer and Institute of Advanced Motorists instructor. Patient and friendly approach focused on building safe driving skills for life, not just passing the test. Initial 2-hour assessment determines your intensive course structure.
Pass My Driving Test
An experienced instructor since 2009 with an excellent pass rate and a string of five-star reviews praising his patience and ability to build confidence. 1.5-hour lessons at £58 or 2-hour lessons at £75, with a teaching approach focused on identifying and addressing individual weaknesses at your own pace.
Skids School of Motoring
Grade A instructor with a full electric Golf fitted with dual controls and optional driving aids for learners who need extra support. Established in 2005, this single-instructor school focuses on automatic driving lessons and keeps class sizes small for personalized attention.
Drive White School of Motoring
Nearly 40 years of driving experience with Gary as your instructor, offering patient, approachable tuition in a dual-controlled Ford Focus. Pass Plus courses also available alongside standard lessons.
AFB Driving Tuition
Known for a notably high pass rate and a calm, patient teaching style that puts nervous learners at ease from day one. Ian's students consistently praise his friendly approach and thorough guidance, with multiple first-time passes and testimonials highlighting how he builds confidence behind the wheel. Pass Plus courses also available.
Pass'n'Go Driving School
Established in 1997, this school is run by an instructor with 40 years of professional driving experience, including Armed Forces driver training, HGV instruction, and advanced defensive driving across the UK and Germany. Eric has spent decades helping learner drivers in the local area obtain their full licence, bringing rare expertise in both standard and specialist driving disciplines.
A1 Driver Training
RoSPA Gold Award holder with 38 years' ADI experience and a track record of first-time passes. Lessons focus on longer sessions (90 minutes at £63 or 2 hours at £84) to cover all test route areas efficiently, with mock tests included before the real thing. Block bookings available with full refunds on unused portions.

crossroads driving school
A local school with a strong gallery of successful students and positive testimonials from learners who've passed their tests. Expert instructors provide theory test support and practical test planning, with all lesson progress tracked through the Total Drive app for transparency and convenience.
Wiltshire School of Motoring
Known for an exceptionally high pass rate and a commitment to not overselling lessons, this school focuses on getting learners test-ready in minimum time. Intensive courses range from £540 (12 hours over 2 days) to £2,025 (45 hours over 8 days with test fee included), while hourly and two-hour lessons are also available at competitive rates. One-to-one tuition in dual-controlled cars, with patient instructors experienced in supporting nervous learners.
Sitara Driving School
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.
Gillians School of Motoring
Established in 1990, this school is known for excellent pass rates delivered by a patient, friendly instructor. Competitive hourly rates with student discounts and block booking deals available, plus Pass Plus courses and motorway lessons for learners of all ages and experience levels.
Learn To Drive Norwich
Joe Cooper focuses on relaxed, tailored lessons designed to put nervous learners at ease, with a strong emphasis on first-time pass rates. Two-hour lessons at £80 or £100 for weekend availability, with a 10-hour block at £390. No minimum hours required before test booking; you progress at your own pace.
Bardon School of Motoring
Kevin Holt has maintained a pass rate above 70% since qualifying in 2004, well above the national average of 46%. Lessons take place in a new Hyundai i20 with reversing camera, sensors, and built-in sat nav. Theory, hazard perception, and motorway tuition are all included as standard.
Thomas School of Motoring
First lesson costs just £40, making it an affordable entry point to assess your needs. Lessons take place in a Ford Focus, with intensive courses available for those wanting to pass quickly, and Pass Plus courses also on offer once you've passed your test.

Welling Driving School
Known for supporting nervous drivers alongside beginners and intermediate learners. Offers intensive courses, motorway lessons, and Pass Plus refresher training in both manual and automatic cars, with flexible scheduling to suit your availability.
Yes Pass Driving School
Flexible pricing across automatic and manual lessons with substantial block booking savings: 1.5-hour automatic lessons at £60, or 10-hour blocks from £370-£400. Intensive courses available within 1-6 weeks, with test fees included in all standard and intensive packages.
Swansea School of Motoring
Known for welcoming nervous learners with patient instruction and an excellent pass rate. Student discounts and block booking deals available, plus Pass Plus courses and tailor-made intensive courses with free theory test tuition included.
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.
XLR8 Auto Cymru Driving School
Specialists in supporting learners on the autism spectrum, as well as those with dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD, and high anxiety. Automatic driving lessons and intensive courses available, with motorway training and post-accident support also on offer. Open 8am–8pm daily for bookings.
Block booking
Best block deals in United Kingdom
Pay for a block of lessons upfront and the hourly rate drops. The best block here saves you £270.
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.
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.
Rugby
7,174 tests taken| Test Centre | Female | Male | Automatic | Overall | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rugby | 47.9% | 44.7% | 39.1% | 46.0% | 7,174 |