Driving Schools in Durham

Established in 2006 with a 4.5-star trust score from 100 reviews, All Stars focuses on patient, professional instruction that builds genuine confidence. At £35/hour, lessons are tailored to individual needs with flexible scheduling available Monday to Saturday, and students consistently praise the instructors' understanding and supportive approach.Established in 2006 with a 4.5-star trust score from 100 reviews, All Stars focuses on patient, professional instruction that builds genuine confidence. At...Read more

12 years' experience with a senior instructor background at BSM, known for high pass rates and a structured approach that goes beyond test preparation. Mark Barron teaches every lesson himself, providing consistency and progress tracking through individual driver records, plus Pass Plus courses also available.12 years' experience with a senior instructor background at BSM, known for high pass rates and a structured approach that goes beyond test preparation. Mark...Read more

Patient instructor known for adapting teaching pace to individual confidence levels and building learners into safe, competent drivers. £40/hour for 2-hour lessons, plus a standout offer: free test car use (saving up to £100) when you commit to weekly lessons until test-ready. Reviews highlight his ability to spot mistakes constructively, tackle anxiety, and align teaching with what examiners actually look for.Patient instructor known for adapting teaching pace to individual confidence levels and building learners into safe, competent drivers. £40/hour for 2-hour...Read more

Operating since 1995 with over 30 years' experience, PassClub offers an impressively high first-time pass rate backed by a Pass Promise guarantee. Lessons start at £40/hour for 90 minutes (£60) or £80 for 2 hours, with a 10-hour block at £380; intensive courses range from £500 (10 hours) to £1500 (40 hours), plus a PassClub Unlimited option at £3000 for unlimited lessons. They're one of the few schools offering electric car lessons, perfect for learners preparing for the shift to fully electric vehicles by 2030.Operating since 1995 with over 30 years' experience, PassClub offers an impressively high first-time pass rate backed by a Pass Promise guarantee. Lessons start...Read more

Grade A instructor with 19 years' experience and a published author with 500+ five-star reviews. Known for nervous pupil expertise and intensive courses, with block deals from £40/hour (single lessons) down to £40/hour across larger packages; a 40-hour block including a free driving test costs £1,600, plus £100 for test car use.Grade A instructor with 19 years' experience and a published author with 500+ five-star reviews. Known for nervous pupil expertise and intensive courses, with...Read more

Independent instructor Peter Nattress focuses on client-centred learning with flexible lesson formats: 2-hour sessions at £70 or 1.5-hour sessions at £52.50, with block booking discounts available (5 x 2-hour for £320 or 6 x 1.5-hour for £288). Member of the ADI National Joint Council, offering quality instruction tailored to individual learner needs.Independent instructor Peter Nattress focuses on client-centred learning with flexible lesson formats: 2-hour sessions at £70 or 1.5-hour sessions at £52.50,...Read more

Kenneth Smith's school emphasises structured, objective-driven lessons with a modern coaching style that encourages interactive learning and regular recaps to speed up progress. Two-hour lessons are available for better value, and private practice with family members typically results in first-time passes. A satisfaction guarantee backs the tuition, plus free pick-up and drop-off service.Kenneth Smith's school emphasises structured, objective-driven lessons with a modern coaching style that encourages interactive learning and regular recaps to...Read more

Family-run school established 27 years ago with a former RAF Policeman as head instructor and in-house trained team. Standard rates are £38/hour for daytime lessons or £45/hour for evenings and weekends, with block deals from £370 for 10 hours up to £730 for 20 hours. New learners get £110 off their first 5 hours, and all lessons focus on building lifetime safe driving skills rather than just test passing.Family-run school established 27 years ago with a former RAF Policeman as head instructor and in-house trained team. Standard rates are £38/hour for daytime...Read more