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
Carl Brookes
Intensive courses tailored to your experience level, from complete beginners (40 hours over 2 weeks) to failed test retakes (12 hours). One-to-one instruction means you only pay for your own training, with optional 2-hour assessments to determine exactly how much tuition you need before test day.
Northern School of Motoring
20 years' experience with Level 3 NVQ in Customer Service and CRB checked. Discounted block deals available—book 10 hours of lessons and receive a reduced rate. Friendly instruction across all licence categories, including Pass Plus and motorway tuition.
Colin Simmons Driver Tuition
Known for teaching safe driving skills that last a lifetime, not just test-passing techniques. Colin combines professional instruction with a relaxed, patient approach, using Theory Test Pro resources and mock tests on actual local routes to build genuine confidence. Block booking discounts and intensive courses are available; contact for current pricing.
Bury St Edmunds Automatic & Manual Driving School
No pricing, pass rates, or instructor details are provided on this website, making it difficult to assess value or teaching quality. Contact them directly to discuss lesson costs, availability, and what sets their instruction apart.
Jon's Driving School
30 years of advanced driving experience across cars, motorbikes, and HGVs, with a reputation for calm, patient instruction that helps nervous learners build confidence. Solo tuition in a Ford Fiesta with bespoke, client-based lessons; £82 for a two-hour weekly booking. Mock test lessons a few weeks before your practical, plus theory test support.
21st Century Driving
21st Century Driving targets 36 hours of lessons through their comprehensive online system, rejecting the industry standard of 47+ hours. Half-price first lesson with no commitment, then block booking discounts on 10 hours or more; premium rates apply outside standard 0800-1600 Monday-Friday hours.
1st Driving School
Instructors trained specifically to support learners with test day nerves and anxiety, creating a calm approach to your practical exam. Free online theory test resources are included, with one-to-one theory help available on request. Flexible weekly lessons tailored to your pace.
5Day
Intensive driving courses designed to get learners test-ready in just five days, with 1:1 practical tuition and included theory training. From £1,480 all-in, the package covers theory test fees, free use of the school's car for your first practical test, and free corrective lessons if you don't pass first time. Over 79,000 learners have passed since 2002, with instructors praised for patience and clear explanations across multiple locations.
Think Driving School
Founded by two experienced instructors in 2005, Think structures lessons around your learning pace rather than a fixed curriculum, claiming learners can save up to 60% compared to larger chains. Four introductory lessons for £69 let you assess the instructor before committing. Seven-day-a-week availability plus Pass Plus courses and free tutorial videos on roundabouts, manoeuvres, and test centre routes support your progress beyond the test.
Driving Crazy
Two instructors with combined 33 years' experience, including specialist knowledge of teaching learners with learning difficulties. Two-hour lessons at £90 with block booking discounts available, both manual and automatic driving lessons offered Monday to Friday.
Carol's School of Motoring
A qualified member of the Institute of Advanced Motorists with a higher than average pass rate. Student discounts and block booking reductions available, plus a free first lesson for brand new learners. Motorway lessons and Pass Plus courses also on offer for newly qualified drivers.

A-class Driving School
The largest driving school in the South East with more first-time passes than any competitor in the region. One-to-one lessons tailored to your learning style, with pay-as-you-go or block booking discounts available, plus a free online theory test platform for all students.
Nick Cornish School of Motoring
38+ years of local teaching experience with a strong reputation for high pass rates. Both male and female instructors provide patient, personalized tuition in manual cars, with block booking discounts available to help you save money on your lessons.
The Farm School of Motoring
Grade 6 instructor (top grade) leading a team of four since 1985, with an excellent first-time pass rate and particular experience helping nervous and returning drivers rebuild confidence. One or two-hour lessons available with student discounts and block booking deals, plus Pass Plus and motorway courses on offer.
Pass with Martin Y Brown
Grade A qualified instructor with over 20 years' experience teaching since 2000, emphasizing relaxed, enjoyable lessons that build confidence and faster progress. Modern Ford Fiestas with dual controls and air conditioning, with road-based tuition from day one rather than car park practice. Competitive pricing and a personal guarantee of full attention on every lesson.
Bury St Edmunds Automatic & Manual Driving School
Serves learners across a wide area including Brandon, Thetford, Mildenhall, Sudbury, Newmarket and Glemsford. Both automatic and manual lessons available, though specific pricing and instructor details are not listed on the website.
Dave Gracey SOM
Achieves a 65% first-time pass rate compared to the national 25% average, using a structured 'coaching' method that typically gets learners through in 39 hours rather than the national average of 47. Lessons include free Theory Test Pro access, driver's log book, and flexible pickup/drop-off with no car sharing; block booking discounts available plus Pass Plus courses to reduce insurance costs.
Skye School of Motoring
Established in 1991 with 25+ years' experience, this school is run by an ex-British School of Motoring instructor known for patient, professional tuition in a relaxed atmosphere. Discounts available on block bookings, plus motorway tuition, Pass Plus courses, and theory test guidance—with pick-up and drop-off service included.
PassMaster
Former AA instructor with Grade A credentials and a patient approach to nervous learners. Free theory test advice and 1–2 hour trial lessons available, plus special offers on block bookings for immediate starts. Pass Plus courses also available to boost post-test confidence and insurance discounts.
Chigwell Driving School
A very high pass rate school with over 25 years' experience and thousands of students who've passed their tests. Patient and friendly instructors teach 1-2-1 lessons across manual and automatic cars, with intensive courses, Pass Plus motorway training, and student and block booking discounts available. Lessons available 7 days a week with theory test software and comprehensive revision support included.
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 |