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 2,7212,740 of 4,060
JP Driving School

JP Driving School

4.9(70)

Award-winning instructor with AA BSM training and DBS certification, offering 90-minute lessons at £70 weekdays or £75 weekends, plus test day warm-up and car hire at £140–£150 for 2.5 hours. Specialises in nervous drivers, motorway tuition, mock tests, and specific learning support including dyslexia, aiming to build safe, confident drivers rather than just test passers.

ManualEveningsWeekendsTest car available
48 Golding Rd, Tunbridge Wells TN2 3FPView school
Doncaster Driving School

Doncaster Driving School

4.9(69)
Block bookings available

Five-instructor team offering nervous driver lessons, refresher courses, and intensive driving programmes designed to help you pass in a week. Block booking discounts and competitive pricing available, with modern vehicles and flexible scheduling including weekends and evenings to fit your lifestyle.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
99 Hatfield Ln, Armthorpe, Doncaster DN3 3HAView school
Freedom Driving Centre

Freedom Driving Centre

4.9(69)
Block bookings available

Patient instructors Brian Young and Robert Carberry focus on building confidence through clear explanations and flexible learning styles, with a solid track record of first-time passes. Modern dual-controlled air-conditioned cars, door-to-door service, and mock assessments from your test centre help prepare you thoroughly. Pricing available on request; contact them for a quote on hourly lessons, 10-lesson blocks, intensive courses, or Pass Plus training.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
42 Torbracken, Howwood, Johnstone PA9 1DYView school
Denovo Driving Tuition

Denovo Driving Tuition

4.9(66)

Denovo Driving Tuition structures lessons around your current level with clear objectives, homework, and regular checkpoints—an approach that helps learners avoid repeating mistakes and wasting hours. New learners get a £90 introductory saving, and two-hour sessions with targeted coaching on local junctions, dual carriageways, and mock tests with feedback on common test faults like observation and mirror checks. Many learners report first-time passes or significant reductions in minors after moving to this structured, patient approach.

Manual
Peterborough United Football Club, London Rd, Peterborough PE2 8ALView school
Thompson Driver Training

Thompson Driver Training

4.9(64)

High pass rate school with beginner discounts and no car-sharing between pupils, meaning you get consistent one-to-one attention throughout your course. Latest Audi A3 cars with dual controls and CCTV, plus free theory test practice and motorway training included. Pass Plus courses also available.

ManualEveningsWeekends
Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent ST1 1RZView school
Sparks Driving Tuition

Sparks Driving Tuition

4.9(63)

Grade A instructor with a background in secondary school teaching, bringing patience and structured lesson planning to every drive. Specialises in confidence building, test rescue, and part-trained learners, with 138 five-star reviews praising his calm, professional approach. Two-hour lessons provide best value; honest feedback means you'll never be pushed into unnecessary extra sessions.

Manual
5 Elm Cl, Little Melton, Norwich NR9 3QYView school
Start 2 Pass Driving School

Start 2 Pass Driving School

4.9(61)

Start 2 Pass Driving School focuses on personalized lessons tailored to each learner's pace and schedule. The school emphasizes building confidence and safe driving habits that extend beyond the test, with an engaging, supportive learning environment designed to help you succeed.

Manual
216 Waterloo Rd, Penygroes, Llanelli SA14 7RBView school
En Route Driving Ltd

En Route Driving Ltd

4.9(61)

Specialises in intensive fast pass courses designed for learners who thrive on hands-on practice and can commit to focused, full-day training blocks—ideal if you're aiming to pass within 8–9 days. In-car training includes practical test booking and re-test at no additional charge for first attempts. Standard lessons also available at flexible times across Aberdeen, Westhill, Peterculter, and Banchory, with pricing available upon request.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensiveTest car available
Woodside, Aberdeen AB24 2QUView school
Shire School of Motoring

Shire School of Motoring

4.9(58)

Founded by Andrew Walker with over 35 years of teaching experience, this school combines patient instruction with modern dual-controlled cars equipped with the latest safety features. Lessons cover beginners through to Pass Plus and motorway driving, with a focus on building safe, confident drivers rather than just test passes. Student reviews highlight thorough, friendly instruction; one learner passed with just 4 minors after looking forward to every lesson.

ManualAutomatic
15 Barn Way, Stratton, Cirencester GL7 2LYView school
Ken's Driving School

Ken's Driving School

4.9(56)
Block bookings available

£1995 for an intensive driving course covering up to 46 hours of tuition plus test booking and fee, or book 20 hours for a reduced block rate. Over 20 years' experience with a particular focus on nervous learners, offering flexible scheduling including weekends and pre-17 lessons. Pass Plus courses also available to help reduce insurance costs.

ManualEveningsWeekendsIntensive
Arran Court, Stourport-on-Severn DY13 9HLView school
Mark Hides Doncaster Driving School

Mark Hides Doncaster Driving School

4.9(56)

Established instructor with a strong first-time pass rate and multiple testimonials from learners who passed on their first attempt, including one student who needed just 10 hours of tuition. Patient teaching style particularly suited to nervous drivers and beginners, with lessons delivered in a Nissan Micra equipped with dual controls. Pricing and intensive course details available on request.

ManualIntensive
217 Amersall Rd, Doncaster DN5 9PNView school
Xpert Driver Training

Xpert Driver Training

4.9(55)

Founded in 2017 by Mick Knowles, an ORDIT-registered trainer with over a decade in the industry, this Yorkshire-based school combines learner instruction with instructor training expertise. A team of male and female instructors delivers tailored lessons for complete beginners, nervous drivers, those with SEN, test rescue, and motorway confidence, all tracked via the included Total Drive Diary App. Flexible scheduling accommodates students and shift workers across York, Hull, Selby, Wakefield, Goole, and Howden.

ManualAutomaticFemale Instructors
28a Hawthorn Way, Gilberdyke, Brough HU15 2YBView school
Quick Pass Motoring School

Quick Pass Motoring School

4.9(54)99% pass rate

99% first-time pass rate with a calm, confidence-building approach from experienced instructors Rachel A. and Johnson D. Affordable pricing and flexible scheduling make this school accessible for learners of all backgrounds, with over 5,400 students trained to date.

AutomaticFemale Instructors
Erith DA8 1REView school
Cruise Driving School

Cruise Driving School

4.9(52)

Derby's leading driving school with 38 five-star Google reviews and a track record of first-attempt passes. Instructors are punctual, patient, and flexible around your schedule, with well-maintained vehicles and competitive pricing across manual, automatic, and fast-track intensive courses.

ManualAutomaticIntensive
54 Byron St, Normanton, Derby DE23 6TTView school
JDS Driving School

JDS Driving School

4.9(46)
Block bookings available

13 years of patient, calm instruction with consistently strong testimonials from students who've passed on their first attempt. Student discounts and block booking deals available, plus automatic lessons now offered. Contact David for current pricing and intensive course options.

AutomaticIntensive
10 Tintagel Ct, Darlington DL3 0ZYView school
Phil Robinson Driver Training

Phil Robinson Driver Training

4.9(46)

30 years of transport industry experience and member of the Institute of Advanced Motorists. Two-hour manual lessons at £70 per session, with a calm, patient approach that's particularly effective for nervous learners. Offers Pass Plus courses, mature driver assessments, and new driver confidence building once you've passed.

Manual
Speaks English
Bradshaw View, Queensbury, Bradford BD13 2FFView school
Live Drive School of Motoring

Live Drive School of Motoring

4.9(45)
Block bookings available

Qualified in supporting learners with dyslexia, this instructor combines structured coaching with flexible scheduling to build confidence at your pace. Pay-as-you-learn lessons available in 1, 1.5, or 2-hour slots, or secure block bookings for better value; intensive courses also available with assessment and deposit required.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensive
10 Langshaw Cres, Carluke ML8 5DNView school
Serenity Driving

Serenity Driving

4.9(44)

Specializes in nervous and anxious drivers, offering a calm and supportive approach to automatic driving lessons. Mike creates a relaxed learning environment designed to transform driving fears into confidence, making this school particularly good for learners who need extra reassurance behind the wheel.

Automatic
64 Hutchins Wy, Sherborne St John, Basingstoke RG24 9UNView school
Austin School of Motoring

Austin School of Motoring

4.9(40)

Specialising in manual driving lessons only, this family-run school has over 23 years' combined experience with instructors Dave and Karen. Multiple five-star reviews highlight their patient, calm approach—particularly effective with nervous learners—and several students report passing first time after just 4–8 months of lessons.

ManualFemale Instructors
40 Westover Rd, Padgate, Warrington WA1 3JPView school
R K Driving Academy

R K Driving Academy

4.9(40)90% pass rate
Block bookings available

Over 90% first-time pass rate with a specialist female instructor who speaks English, Gujarati, and Hindi. One-to-one lessons tailored to your needs, from complete beginners to refreshers, plus block booking discounts available and Pass Plus training for motorway driving.

AutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
Speaks Gujarati, Hindi
202A Humberstone Ln, Thurmaston, Leicester LE4 8HHView 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