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 2,9212,940 of 4,060
Dropthel Driving School

Dropthel Driving School

4.6(76)

Operating across Oldham and Warrington with flexible scheduling from early morning to late evening, including Saturday afternoons. No pricing or instructor details are visible on the homepage — contact directly or check the booking system for rates and availability.

ManualEveningsWeekends
85 Mona Rd, Chadderton, Oldham OL9 8NDView school
ZEB School of Motoring

ZEB School of Motoring

4.6(68)95% pass rate

95% pass rate with a focus on building confidence and safe driving habits through patient, structured instruction. Lessons are tailored to your ability and progress at your own pace, with instructors committed to arriving on time and transparent pricing with no hidden fees.

ManualAutomatic
301 Whippendell Rd, Watford WD18 7PAView school
Greengates School of Motoring

Greengates School of Motoring

4.6(56)

Instructor John has built a reputation for patient, supportive teaching across learners of all ages and experience levels, with multiple five-star reviews praising his ability to explain concepts clearly and build confidence. The school specialises in automatic driving lessons and includes mock tests as part of lesson preparation, with students consistently passing within 5 months. Pick-up service one hour before test day and phone-free lessons are standard.

EveningsWeekendsAutomaticFemale InstructorsTest car available
14 Fir Tree Gardens, Bradford BD10 9BUView school
Avago Driving

Avago Driving

4.6(47)

Consistently praised across 20+ Google reviews for a relaxed, patient teaching style that builds confidence without pressure. Dave gets learners driving from lesson one rather than wasting time on theory, with multiple students reporting first-time passes. Lessons available six days a week at your own pace, plus refresher and intensive courses for those returning to driving or in a hurry.

ManualIntensive
202 Hazeldene Rd, Northampton NN2 7NHView school
Derby Driver Training

Derby Driver Training

4.6(30)

16 years' experience with an excellent first-time pass rate, run by a single instructor who tailors lessons to each learner's pace and confidence level. Competitive pricing on standard lessons, refresher courses, motorway training, and intensive courses; contact for current rates. Calm, patient approach backed by consistently strong reviews from learners who praise reliability and flexibility with scheduling.

ManualIntensive
120 Stoney Ln, Spondon, Derby DE21 7QFView school
Urgent Pass

Urgent Pass

4.6(21)

Instructor Jake specialises in intensive courses ranging from 5 to 20 hours, with multiple students passing first time after short training periods. Reviews consistently highlight his calm, supportive approach and ability to build confidence quickly, even with learners who've had licence issues or limited preparation time. Flexible scheduling allows courses to fit around your availability over 1-2 weeks or longer depending on your needs.

ManualIntensive
20 St Marks Rd, Chesterfield S40 1DHView school
Mark's Driving Academy

Mark's Driving Academy

4.6(19)

Grade A instructor operating since 2003 with an above-average first-time pass rate. Structured, patient lessons in a well-maintained VW Golf, covering everything from beginner tuition to motorway and night driving, with flexible scheduling around work and study commitments.

ManualIntensive
11 Aberdeen Rd, Southampton SO17 2LLView school
Wunda Wheels

Wunda Wheels

4.6(18)60% pass rate

A team of eight instructors with over 100 years of combined experience, known for high first-time pass rates and exceptional patience with nervous learners and those with learning difficulties. Specialises in underage drivers aged 10-16 with off-road tuition at Hamilton race course, then transitions to on-road lessons once they hold their provisional licence. Multiple five-star reviews highlight instructors like Colin Pettigrew (Grade A, 20+ years) and Fraser Port for creating relaxed, informative learning environments tailored to individual needs.

ManualAutomaticFemale Instructors
2 Robert Smillie Cres, Larkhall ML9 1LSView school
Chris Doyle School of Motoring

Chris Doyle School of Motoring

4.6(11)

Grade A instructor with over 15 years' experience and a very high success rate. Welcomes learners of all abilities, from complete beginners to those seeking a confidence boost, with weekday lessons typically running 8:30am to 6pm.

Manual
14 Lower Row, Golden Hill, Pembroke SA71 4TGView school
Bexley Intensive Driving Courses

Bexley Intensive Driving Courses

4.6(11)
10hrs for £950

Multiple five-star reviews highlight Ben's calm, patient teaching style and ability to rebuild confidence after failed tests, one student passed first time with no faults after switching instructors mid-course. Intensive courses from 10 to 40 hours (£950–£2,600) include test booking, car hire on test day, and collection/drop-off, with courses starting within 2 weeks and tailored around your schedule.

ManualIntensiveTest car available
13 Glebelands, Dartford DA1 4RYView school
RJM Driver Training

RJM Driver Training

4.6(10)79% pass rate

A 79% first-time pass rate backed by 25 years of experience. Richard Moyes combines a good-humored teaching style with customized lessons tailored to each learner, regularly taking pupils to Taunton and Exeter during training to ensure thorough test preparation.

Manual
3 St Lawrence Cl, Tiverton EX16 4EDView school
Let's Instruct Driving School

Let's Instruct Driving School

4.6(10)
Block bookings available

Established in 1999 with thousands of test passes and over 700 reviews across the website and Facebook. Block booking discounts save up to £112.50 over an average course, plus free unlimited access to Theory Test Pro (worth £5/month). Try before you buy: if you're not happy with your first hour, get a full refund.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
45 Chaucer St, Northampton NN2 7HWView school
Adrian Burden Driving School

Adrian Burden Driving School

4.6(9)

Grade A instructor with a track record of high first-time pass rates, particularly skilled at working with learners with learning difficulties and physical disabilities. Patient, patient, and focused on making lessons enjoyable so learning happens faster; multiple five-star reviews highlight his calm approach and clear teaching style.

Automatic
50 Swift Rd, Abbeydale, Gloucester GL4 4XHView school
PassCow Driving School

PassCow Driving School

4.6

Consistent one-to-one instruction with the same instructor throughout your course, designed to build relaxation and confidence behind the wheel. Free access to Theory Test Pro app is included, and Pass Plus courses are also available for newly qualified drivers.

ManualAutomatic
1 George Williams Way, Colchester CO1 2JSView school
Jerry Dymond Driving School

Jerry Dymond Driving School

4.6

Patient instructor with over 20 years' experience teaching Roadcraft techniques used by police drivers, improving anticipation and forward planning beyond standard test criteria. Two-hour lessons at £64 are recommended for fastest progress to test standard, with 90-minute options at £48 and test day bookings at £80 for a 2½-hour session including pre-test briefing and debrief.

AutomaticTest car available
Jubilee Ct, Waltham Abbey EN9 3JBView school
1st Steer Driving School

1st Steer Driving School

4.6

1st Steer Driving School backs every lesson with a money-back guarantee and includes free theory training, handouts, and online Driver Active courses as standard. Their teaching breaks complex skills into simple steps, creating a low-stress environment where learners progress faster—with Pass Plus courses also available for post-test development.

ManualAutomatic
69 Appledore Rd, Cardiff CF14 3HWView school
Melek Driving School

Melek Driving School

4.6

Professional female instructors with 12+ years' experience and an extremely high pass rate across North London. Both manual and automatic lessons available, with a Toyota Yaris Hybrid for automatic tuition. Testimonials highlight first-time passes and patient, thorough teaching that identifies and corrects faults before test day.

ManualAutomaticFemale Instructors
638 Lordship Ln, London N22 5JHView school
Driver Training Taylormade Ltd

Driver Training Taylormade Ltd

4.6

Run by two retired Sussex Police Class 1 Advanced Drivers with over 30 years' combined experience in driver training and road safety instruction. Both instructors hold RoSPA Examiner qualifications and provide automatic driving lessons for learner drivers, plus free online theory and hazard perception training with practical courses. Deep vehicle cleaning and comprehensive safety protocols are in place for all lessons.

ManualAutomaticFemale Instructors
14 Windsor Way, Polegate BN26 6QDView school
GSI Driving School

GSI Driving School

4.6
Block bookings available

Family-run school with four instructors offering a caring approach, particularly welcoming to nervous drivers. Discounted block booking deals available (10 or 20-hour packages), plus motorway instruction and refresher lessons for experienced drivers.

ManualEveningsWeekendsAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
Foxhills, Woking GU21 3LTView school
PassMeFast

PassMeFast

4.5(1305)
Block bookings available

PassMeFast is a national driving school offering flexible course packages from 10 to 48 hours, with both manual and automatic lessons available. They provide semi-intensive courses, motorway training, and fast-track test booking, plus PassProtect—a confidence-building option that adds 2 extra tests for the price of 1. Student, youth, and apprentice discounts are available.

ManualAutomaticIntensiveFemale Instructors
8 Exchange Quay, Salford M5 3EJView 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