Driving Lessons in United Kingdom

Our directory lists 4,047 driving schools and 11,256 independent driving instructors nationwide. Driving lesson prices range widely, from £14 to £87 per hour, with an average of £39 where schools publish pricing. Automatic driving lessons are available at 1,722 schools, and there are 2,546 independent female driving instructors along with 765 schools that offer female driving instructors. Over 1,600 schools provide intensive courses if you're looking to pass quickly.

£39
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Driving lessons in United Kingdom

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Dave Thoms School of Motoring

Dave Thoms School of Motoring

Manual

5(7)

Established in 2004, this school boasts a high first-time pass rate with a patient, easy-going instructor known for identifying weaknesses and working through them methodically. Lessons run Monday to Friday, with intensive courses, Pass Plus, and refresher options available at affordable prices.

Intensive
29 Ballumbie Dr, Dundee DD4 0NPView school
Warwick Automatics Driving School

Warwick Automatics Driving School

Automatic

5(7)

Over 20 years of teaching experience with a focus on nervous beginners and confident learners alike. One-to-one lessons tailored to your pace, plus intensive courses, Pass Plus training, and theory test help. Student discounts available.

Intensive
46 Seneschal Rd, Coventry CV3 5LHView school
Manchester One Driving School

Manchester One Driving School

Manual and automatic

5(7)
Block bookings available

Specializes in nervous driver support with patient, personalized instruction across 2026-spec dual-control vehicles. Deep knowledge of local test routes across all 10 Greater Manchester boroughs—Bolton, Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, and Stockport—delivers a first-time pass rate significantly above the national average. Flexible block booking discounts available, with 2-hour lessons recommended for maximum progress on complex junctions.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
21 Pomona St, Rochdale OL11 1PDView school
Olive's School of Motoring

Olive's School of Motoring

Manual

5(6)
Block bookings available

Single instructor offering beginner, refresher, nervous driver, and intensive driving lessons with block booking discounts available. Customised tuition for all ages and abilities, from motorway confidence to hazard perception test prep.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
11 Five Acres, Portadown, Craigavon BT63 5UHView school
DLB Driving School

DLB Driving School

Manual

5(6)
Block bookings available

Patient, calm instructor offering personalised lessons tailored to each learner's pace and style since 2021. 1.5-hour weekday lessons and 2-hour Saturday sessions in a 2024 manual Renault Clio, with free pick-up and drop-off from home, college, or workplace. Discounted rates on 10-hour block bookings.

EveningsWeekendsTest car available
Montgomery Rd, Whitnash, Leamington Spa CV31 2TGView school
Birchington School Of Motoring

Birchington School Of Motoring

5(6)

All lessons are recorded on in-car video for your safety and peace of mind, and you'll learn in a dual-controlled, air-conditioned car. Structured lessons are tailored to each learner's pace, with experience across various road types to build confidence for test day and beyond. Intensive and semi-intensive courses available, plus a free DVD of your driving test.

Intensive
1 Sandle's Rd, Birchington CT7 9SUView school
County Driving School

County Driving School

Manual

5(6)

Known for creating a calm, supportive environment for nervous learners, Ian Ogg has maintained an exceptionally high pass rate over 20+ years as the sole instructor at this school. Flexible lesson scheduling available from single hours down to 30-minute intervals, with theory test support included to bridge the gap between knowledge and practical driving.

Rose Cottage, 23 Burnside Rd, Balbeggie, Perth PH2 6HDView school
Ian Kenyon Driving School

Ian Kenyon Driving School

Manual

5(6)

A professional, calm instructor focused on building confident, safe drivers through skilled teaching and proven techniques. Contact Ian directly for lesson availability and pricing details.

39 Blackburn Rd, Rishton, Blackburn BB1 4EUView school
Canterbury School of Motoring

Canterbury School of Motoring

5(6)

Grade A instructor with a consistently high pass rate and 5/5 ratings across Facebook and Google. Andy Wellard adapts his teaching to each learner's pace, using structured lesson plans and appointment cards to track progress, ideal if you value patience, punctuality, and personalized instruction. Pass Plus courses also available.

28 Wildwood Rd, Sturry, Canterbury CT2 0JTView school
Nick James Driving School

Nick James Driving School

Manual and automatic

5(5)

Consistently rated 5 stars by learners who praise the team's patience and flexibility around work and childcare schedules. Nick and the team focus on building confidence in anxious drivers, with one student passing with only 3 minors. Theory test preparation is also available alongside manual and automatic lessons.

131 Tilstock Cres, Sutton, Shrewsbury SY2 6HAView school
Yorkeys Driving School

Yorkeys Driving School

Manual

5(5)

Rugby-based driving school currently rebuilding its online presence. The site is under construction, so contact the school directly on 07984 633085 or owen@yorkeys.co.uk for current pricing, lesson availability, and course options.

Old Yard Cottage, School St, Churchover, Rugby CV23 0EQView school
Martin Cook

Martin Cook

Manual and automatic

5(5)

17 years' experience with the AA, working with learners from age 17 to 94 and known for building confidence in nervous drivers. Intensive courses and Pass Plus tuition available, plus the option to use your own vehicle for lessons at a reduced rate once standards allow.

Intensive
318 Dover Rd, Folkestone CT19 6PAView school
Learn Me Driving School

Learn Me Driving School

Manual

5(5)
Block bookings available

IAM-qualified instructor with HGV/LGV license and Motor Schools Association membership, backed by consistently positive reviews praising his calm, patient teaching style. Block bookings of 10 hours available at discounted rates, plus Pass Plus courses and motorway tuition. Full 60-minute lessons with exclusive access to a pupil support page featuring maneuver videos and learning materials.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
Paisley PA3 3FDView school
Driver Trainer Centre

Driver Trainer Centre

Manual and automatic

5(5)95% pass rate

A 40-year-old school with an impressive 95% pass rate, backed by a team including Ali Yalcin who has 16 years of instructing experience. They specialise in intensive courses and offer early test bookings to help learners secure slots faster.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale Instructors
32 John William St, Huddersfield HD1 1BGView school
Jan's Automatic Driving School

Jan's Automatic Driving School

Automatic

5(5)

Jan Uhlar specializes in automatic driving lessons with a track record of first-time passes, including one student who passed with only one fault in three months. Students consistently praise his patience and ability to work with anxious drivers, creating a supportive learning environment tailored to individual pace and confidence levels. Flexible scheduling and extra lessons near test day are included to ensure you're fully prepared.

24 Corunna Rd, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen AB23 8DUView school
LJT Driving School

LJT Driving School

Manual

5(5)

Patient and friendly instructor offering hourly lessons and intensive courses across Preston and surrounding areas. Manual transmission only, with pricing available on request.

Intensive
Cheltenham Cres, Fulwood, Preston PR4 0FJView school
GR8 Start School of Motoring

GR8 Start School of Motoring

Manual

5(5)93% pass rate
Block bookings available

Founded by Finbarr Boyle, a qualified instructor for 16 years, GR8 Start achieves a 93% first-time pass rate for learners, well above the local 64% average. The school specializes in nervous and beginner drivers, offering block booking discounts for university students and flexible lesson scheduling. Theory lessons and mock exams are also available, plus towing instruction and test car hire.

Test car available
50 Loughans Rd, Ballygawley, Dungannon BT70 2LDView school
Canning Driving School

Canning Driving School

Manual

5(5)

Canning Driving School offers car and trailer lessons across Northern Ireland, preparing drivers for B+E entitlement tests to legally tow caravans and heavier trailers. They cover learner car lessons alongside specialist trailer training in the Cookstown, Magherafelt, Dungannon, Coalisland, Portadown and Craigavon areas.

76 Gortgonis Rd, Coalisland, Tyrone, Dungannon BT71 4QGView school
Ford Driving School

Ford Driving School

Automatic

5(5)

Ian brings years of experience from both education and driving instruction, focusing on teaching students to become confident drivers, not just test passers. Pass rates significantly exceed the national average, with lessons tailored to each learner's individual style and pace. Operating since 2018 with a team of Advanced Driving Instructors using the latest teaching techniques.

52 Glen View Rd, Greenhill, Sheffield S8 7SGView school
PW Driving School

PW Driving School

Manual

5(5)
Block bookings available

Grade A instructor with 77 five-star reviews on FreeIndex, including multiple first-time passes and students passing with just one minor. New learners get a standout deal: book 5 two-hour lessons at regular price and receive an extra 6 hours for £90, plus online booking discounts available.

17 Balcomb Cres, Dane Valley, Margate CT9 3XJView school
Price snapshot

How much do driving lessons cost in United Kingdom?

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

Typical
£40
Most pay
£35–£40
Schools
Under £30
56
£30–35
198
£35–40
743
£40–45
741
£45–50
262
£50–55
55
£55+
21

Based on prices from 2076 driving schools in United Kingdom.

Intensive courses in United Kingdom

Want to pass fast?

1,623 United Kingdom schools run intensive courses, compressing months of training into days or weeks.

United Kingdom Test Centres and Pass Rates

Rugby is about as average as a test centre gets. Its pass rate of 51% is right alongside the national figure of 50%, and a typical wait for a test is about 2½ months.

51%

Rugby

6,664 tests taken · typical wait 2½ months
Manual pass rate54.7%
Automatic pass rate43.7%

Areas in the United Kingdom