Driving Lessons in United Kingdom

Instructors with over 20 years' experience working at your individual pace to build confidence from day one. All lessons are 2 hours long at £45/hour, with a 6-hour block for £270 or 12-hour block for £530; test car hire including a pre-test lesson costs £100. Assessment drives available at £60/hour to check readiness before your test.

Specialises in intensive automatic driving courses across Exeter and Newton Abbot, with flexible options ranging from 10 to 50 hours. A 40-hour course costs £1,700, or choose shorter blocks like 10 hours for £440; double lessons are available at £100. Home pick-up and drop-off included on most courses, plus open 7 days a week to fit around busy schedules.

Run by Terry Pegg, a former Army Combat Medic with 24 years of service who's been instructing since 2014, this school specialises in nervous and unconfident learners, including those with learning disabilities. Only 2-hour lesson slots are offered (£42–£47/hour depending on time and transmission type), with a 40-hour semi-intensive course at £1,742 (manual) or £1,862 (automatic, both including test fee). Parents can observe lessons, and Pass Plus courses are available at £45/hour.

Specialises in nervous drivers and offers tailored lessons focused on your specific weak points rather than wasting time on skills you've already mastered. £40/hour or £390 for a 10-hour block, with intensive courses, mock tests, and motorway driving lessons also available. Pick-up and drop-off included throughout the area.

Grade A instructor with 17 years' experience and a 4.6-star rating from 29 pupils. Lessons from £40/hour (early bird rates from £40), or £375 for a 10-hour block booking; test car hire available for £100. Known for creating a calm, relaxed atmosphere that appeals particularly to nervous beginners.

£37/hour for manual or £39/hour for automatic lessons, with 10-hour blocks at £360 (manual) or £380 (automatic). Rated 5/5 based on 121 reviews, the school specialises in learners with learning difficulties and disabilities, with one instructor trained in tailored methods for additional support. Intensive courses available from £45/hour, plus Pass Plus courses and theory test preparation.

Known for turning nervous drivers into confident test-passers, this instructor uses progress-tracking apps and detailed learning booklets to keep you on course. Multiple five-star reviews highlight first-time passes and patient, flexible teaching. Lessons from £38/hour for both manual and automatic, with assessment lessons, theory test support, and night-time driving tuition also available.

Run by Alison since 2006 with Armed Forces training background at Leconfield, achieving a 98% first-time pass rate through intensive, individually structured courses. £38/hour or £380 for 10 hours, with motorway tuition and Pass Plus courses available. Two instructors (both female) use Ford Ecosports with dual controls, prioritising safety and confidence-building from lesson one.

Family-run school with over 3,500 successful learners since establishment, specialising in nervous drivers. £38/hour for standard automatic lessons or £65 for 90-minute sessions, with block booking discounts available. All lessons follow test routes, include door-to-door pickup, and are taught by male and female instructors experienced in both manual and automatic instruction.

Instructor since 1999 with 25+ years' experience, focusing on first-time passes through flexible, enjoyable lessons tailored to each learner. £40/hour or £190 for 5 hours and £370 for 10 hours, with refresher and motorway lessons also available. No car sharing on any lesson.

Instructor Paul specializes in building confidence with a track record of first-time passes, including students who struggled with previous instructors. Lessons cost £37/hour or £360 for a 10-hour block, with test day preparation and car use included at £74. Free Theory Test Pro access and progress tracking via app help you stay on track throughout your learning journey.

Over 80% first-time pass rate with free mock practical tests that give learners a 40% better chance of passing. BSM-trained instructor offering automatic lessons at £43.50/hour (£42.50 for 10-hour blocks), plus intensive courses from £2,000 for 40 hours over 2 weeks. Student and NHS discounts available, with test day packages including practice and drop-off from £125.

Advanced Driver instructor offering flexible pay-as-you-go lessons at £40/hour, with all sessions delivered as 90-minute blocks (£60 each). The starter package provides 3 hours for £110, and active students get free access to Theory Test Pro plus Pass Plus courses available.

Specialises in nervous, shy and unconfident learners with a female instructor who uses coaching techniques to build confidence and achieve high pass rates. Automatic lessons at £50/hour (or £450 for 10 hours), plus disability support through partnerships with Plymouth Mobility Centre and Cornwall Mobility. Test car hire available for £100, including a one-hour warm-up session before your test.

Family-run school with over 30 years' experience and a track record of teaching 10,000+ students, known for supporting nervous drivers and building confidence from the first lesson. Intensive training packages start from £55 per hour, with standard hourly rates from £45 and block discounts available. Off-road practice area at HQ, door-to-door service in the Barnstaple area, and specialist support for learners with physical and mental health needs.

Former Tesco delivery driver with 20+ years on the road, Kirsty Smith specializes in nervous learners, ADHD, autism, and anxiety. One-to-one lessons at £40/hour or £400 for a 10-hour block, with forward and rear-facing cameras to review lessons in detail. Free theory test training and welcome pack included.

Specialises in nervous and older learners with a calm, shouting-free approach; motorway training and refresher courses also available. £40/hour or £60 for 1.5 hours, with a 10-hour block at £390 saving the average pupil £50. Learn in a 2024 Mazda 2 with dual controls, reversing camera, and hill start assist.

Grade A instructor known for a calming, relaxed teaching style that puts nervous drivers at ease from day one. Phil Russell emphasises fun and confidence-building over pressure, with pricing from £30/hour or £290 for a 10-hour block, plus longer lessons (1.5 or 2 hours) available at reduced rates for faster progress.

£36 per hour with flexible block deals ranging from 5 to 35 hours, all including test car hire. Structured learning covers basic car handling, independent motorway driving, test area practice, and mock tests on premium packages.

Family-run school specialising in intensive driving courses with guaranteed test bookings for February and March 2026. Standard lessons cost £39.50/hour on 10-hour blocks (£395 total), or £40/hour for 2-hour sessions during off-peak times; beginner intensive courses run 10 days for £1,642 including test fees and free pickup. Test car hire available from £200 (Isleworth) to £250+ (other centres), with Pass Plus registration to help reduce insurance premiums.