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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4,047
driving schools
11,255
independent instructors
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Driving lessons in United Kingdom

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JS Driving Tuition

JS Driving Tuition

Automatic

5
Block bookings available

Former HGV professional with hundreds of thousands of miles on the road, James brings a calm and patient approach to automatic driving lessons. Door-to-door pick-up and drop-off included, plus block booking discounts and mock tests to build confidence before your test.

23 Chestnut View, Kerry, Newtown SY16 4PRView school
Martin's School of Motoring

Martin's School of Motoring

Manual

590% pass rate

90% first-time pass rate—well above the national average of 50%. A qualified teacher since 2004 with a calm, relaxed style particularly suited to nervous drivers. Intensive courses range from 3 to 13 days (£645–£2,470 non-residential), with residential options available around Carmarthen, Aberystwyth, and Cardigan.

Intensive
Rowan Cottage, Llandysul SA44 4QDView school
North London Driving School

North London Driving School

Manual

5

Above-average first-time pass rates backed by a gallery of successful students. Patient instructors with extensive local knowledge of test routes, offering flexible scheduling seven days a week including evenings and weekends. Modern dual-controlled vehicles and a calm, confidence-building approach suit learners who want personalized instruction at their own pace.

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
Selby Rd, London N17 8JLView school
R&A Driving School

R&A Driving School

Manual and automatic

599% pass rate

A 99% pass rate across 38,000+ students since 2010, with instructors known for patience, professionalism, and a calm learning atmosphere. Reviews consistently highlight the individual approach and quick skill improvement, with students allowed to drive on their first lesson. Competitive pricing available for both manual and automatic lessons.

33 Albion Tower, Southampton SO14 1HZView school
Christine's School of Motoring

Christine's School of Motoring

Manual

5
Block bookings available

20+ years' experience with high first-time pass rates across hundreds of pupils. Lessons are relaxed and tailored to your progress, with discounts available for block bookings and a modern car updated every 18 months. Theory test and hazard perception advice included.

Female Instructors
73 Drove Rd, Biggleswade SG18 0HNView school
Saif School of Motoring

Saif School of Motoring

Automatic

5

Founded in 2009 by Muhammad Ghouri, this A-graded school brings over 15 years of experience and hundreds of successful passes. Students consistently praise the patient, encouraging approach, with multiple first-time pass testimonials highlighting how the instructor tailors lessons to individual confidence levels. Intensive courses available for beginners (40 hours) and intermediate learners (20 hours).

EveningsWeekendsIntensive
1 Mossdale, Blackburn BB1 5HNView school
Full Throttle Intensives

Full Throttle Intensives

Manual and automatic

5

Family-run intensive driving school offering courses from 10 to 50 hours, all including your practical test. Highly experienced instructors are mental health aware and hand-picked for reliability and skill. Flexible scheduling ranges from one 2-hour lesson weekly to four 3-hour lessons weekly, with financing available over 1 to 5 years and fast-tracked test bookings.

IntensiveFemale Instructors
Cotford St Luke, Taunton TA4 1GQView school
Maximum Driving School

Maximum Driving School

Manual

5
Block bookings available

Known for putting nervous learners at ease, Sam has built a 21-year reputation for calm, patient instruction that treats lessons like learning from a friend rather than a formal test. Grade 6 instructor with consistently five-star reviews praising her ability to boost confidence from day one. Competitively priced lessons with block booking discounts available.

Female Instructors
9 Lomond Cl, Wembley HA0 4HBView school
EastEnd Driving School

EastEnd Driving School

Manual and automatic

5
Block bookings available

Established in 1992 with instructors who know East London test routes inside out, EastEnd offers block booking deals that deliver significant savings on standard hourly rates, plus flexible pay-as-you-go options. A 2-hour assessment lesson helps you identify exactly how many lessons you'll need, and mock test packages simulate official conditions to build confidence before test day.

Intensive
15, Bowsprit Point, Westferry Rd, London E14 8NTView school
First Step Driving

First Step Driving

Automatic

5
Block bookings available

High pass rates with patient, professional instruction tailored to each learner's pace. Mock test sessions, step-by-step manoeuvre coaching, and real test condition practice build genuine confidence. Flexible single and block lesson packages available, with a clean dual-controlled test-ready vehicle.

Test car available
Martin Way, London SM4 4AGView school
Express Pass Driving School

Express Pass Driving School

Manual and automatic

595% pass rate
Block bookings available

95% first-time pass rate backed by 412 five-star Google reviews. Offers pay-as-you-go 2-hour lessons, intensive courses from 6 to 20 hours, and advanced training including Pass Plus, with flexible scheduling seven days a week and a money-back guarantee on unused lessons.

EveningsWeekendsIntensiveFemale Instructors
167 Waterloo Rd, Cheetham Hill, Manchester M8 8BTView school
GKDrive

GKDrive

Manual

5

Six years of experience delivering structured lessons from basic vehicle controls through to test-ready advanced driving. Flexible scheduling from 8am to 7pm, seven days a week, with a focus on building confidence and safety in North London's busy traffic.

EveningsWeekends
Lordship Ln, London N22 5JJView school
Gauntlet School of Motoring

Gauntlet School of Motoring

Manual

5

Grade A instructor with 21 years' industry experience, including instructor training and fleet work. Nick Lawson tailors lessons to different learning styles and welcomes questions in a relaxed, patient environment. Small family-run business founded in 2018, focused on building confident drivers prepared for a lifetime of safe driving.

24 Martingale Dr, Leeds LS10 4TBView school
RDS Driving School

RDS Driving School

Manual

5
Block bookings available

RDS Driving School focuses on removing stress from learning to drive, with a patient instructor who specialises in nervous and new learners. Get 50% off your first 2-hour lesson, plus discounted block booking packages that save you money long-term. Step-by-step guidance from basics through to test level, at a pace that suits you.

4 Cavendish Way, london CR0 8DNView school
HSB Driving School

HSB Driving School

Manual and automatic

5

Family-run school with instructors experienced in helping nervous learners build confidence, evidenced by multiple first-attempt passes and students completing courses in as few as 10-15 lessons. Lessons available in English, Hindi, Urdu, and Punjabi, with test car hire and practical test booking services included. Competitive pricing monitored against local competitors.

Female InstructorsTest car available
Speaks Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi
258 Ash Grove, Hounslow TW5 9DYView school
Jarrett's Driving School

Jarrett's Driving School

Manual and automatic

5

Jarrett's Driving School boasts 336 five-star Google reviews with instructors consistently praised for patience, clear teaching, and high first-time pass rates. Multiple students mention passing after just weeks of lessons, particularly with instructors like Saif and Marius who specialise in building confidence and effective test preparation. Available 8am-8pm daily across Greater London and beyond, with Pass Plus courses also on offer.

EveningsWeekends
Newnham Way, Harrow HA3 9NTView school
D's School of Motoring

D's School of Motoring

Manual

5

18 years of experience with a team of patient, advanced driving instructors focused on building confidence behind the wheel. Specialises in refresher lessons, defensive driving, nervous drivers, and residential courses, with mock tests available to prepare you for the real thing.

Female Instructors
45 Salcot Cres, New Addington, Croydon CR0 0JNView school
Sure Pass Driving School

Sure Pass Driving School

Automatic

5
Block bookings available

40 years of experience working with nervous learners, using Hyundai Kona electric vehicles for automatic driving lessons. Pre-test practice sessions and test car support included, with flexible pay-per-lesson or block booking options available.

Female InstructorsTest car available
190 Norwood Rd, Southall UB2 4JTView school
Dave's School of Motoring

Dave's School of Motoring

Automatic

5

A Hemel Hempstead institution with an exceptional first-time pass rate built on calm, patient instruction and a friendly approach that puts nervous learners at ease. Dave specializes in automatic driving lessons, motorway training, and intensive courses, with consistent five-star reviews praising his clear teaching strategies and ability to get students test-ready quickly—many passing within just a few months or even 8–20 lessons.

Intensive
Mark Rd, Hemel Hempstead HP2 7BNView school
GK Learners

GK Learners

Automatic

5

Specialises in automatic driving lessons for beginners and those progressing faster without manual gear changes. Particularly strong at analysing test reports and supporting learners who've had a failed attempt, with Pass Plus courses also available for newly qualified drivers.

165 Adeyfield Rd, Hemel Hempstead HP2 5JUView 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