Driving Instructors in Aston

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Instructors
6
Avg Price
£40/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Stoke-on-Trent (Newcastle-Under-Lyme) (8.8 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
45.2%
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There are 6 driving instructors in Aston. The average price is £40 per hour. The average rating is 4.3 stars from 45 reviews.

6
Instructors
£40/hr
Avg Price
4.3 / 5
45 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Aston driving instructor directory. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to brush up on your skills, we can help you find the right instructor.

Our Aston instructors offer a range of services including manual and automatic lessons, intensive courses, and flexible scheduling to fit around your commitments. Compare prices, read genuine student reviews, and find an instructor who matches your needs and budget.
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Best Driving Instructors in Aston

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Karl Wood
8.9 mi

Karl Wood

Stoke-on-Trent
5.0
30 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Vauxhall Astra

Karl Wood is a calm, friendly driving instructor working in Fegg Hayes and North Stoke-on-Trent. He has many years of experience as a fully qualified…

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Naureen Khan
8.9 mi

Naureen Khan

Stoke-on-Trent
4.8
13 reviews
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Naureen Khan is a friendly, very experienced female driving instructor in Stoke-on-Trent, with over 20 years of helping learners drive confidently an…

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9.6 mi

Adrian

Crewe
3.0
2 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Adrian is a calm, professional driving instructor with Crewe Driving School who really focuses on helping you drive safely and pass with confidence. …

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Gareth
8.9 mi

Gareth

Stoke on Trent
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Gareth's Driving School helps new drivers in Stoke on Trent learn in a calm, friendly way with fully qualified and very patient instructors. You can …

£40 /hour
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Jason
8.9 mi

Jason

Stoke-on-Trent
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends
SEAT Arona

Jason is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) and the founder of Behind The Wheel Driving School. He focuses on helping people become …

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Azhar Yasin
8.9 mi

Azhar Yasin

Stoke-on-Trent
Automatic 60 min

Azhar Yasin is a highly recommended automatic driving instructor in Stoke-on-Trent, working with Auto-King Driving School. He focuses on clear, relax…

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Learning to Drive in Aston

Learning to drive in Aston feels local and practical. Lessons cover quiet lanes near homes and busier routes heading towards Stoke-on-Trent, so you get a good mix of conditions. There are six instructors listed in the area, so choice is limited compared with larger towns. Most learners use local lessons to build confidence before making the trip to the nearest test centre.

Nearest Test Centre: Stoke-on-Trent (Newcastle-Under-Lyme)

Nearest DVSA test centre is Stoke-on-Trent (Newcastle-Under-Lyme), about 8.8 miles from Aston. Expect a mix of suburban and urban test routes when you arrive, and plan travel time into your test day. The centre handled 4,792 tests in 2024-2025, so it's a busy venue. The centre pass rate is 45.2%. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

45.2%
Overall Pass Rate
47.2%
Male Pass Rate
43.3%
Female Pass Rate
8.8 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Stoke-on-Trent (Newcastle-Under-Lyme) has a pass rate of 45.2%, which is below the national average of 47.3%. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates at the centre passed at 47.2% while female candidates passed at 43.3%, reflecting a gap seen in some local centres. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quiet residential streets to build steering and observation skills. Gradually move onto busier approaches toward Stoke-on-Trent so you're comfortable with roundabouts and multi-lane junctions by test day. Practise parking and pulling out from narrow lanes; many local drives include tight driveway exits. Time a few lessons for peak traffic so you can learn clutch control and lane discipline in busier conditions. Include practice on longer runs so you can handle dual carriageway sections that appear on routes to the test centre.

Choosing an Instructor in Aston

Look for an instructor who knows the Stoke-on-Trent (Newcastle-Under-Lyme) test routes and can bring you to the test centre for mock runs. With six instructors in Aston, ask about availability and recent pupil pass rates before you book. Expect prices around the local average of £40 per hour, though some instructors may offer block-booking discounts or shorter intensive courses. Choose someone with clear teaching style and flexible lesson times to fit travel to the test centre.

Lesson Costs in Aston

Average lesson price in Aston is about £40 per hour. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Final cost depends on how many hours you need, whether you buy blocks of lessons, and if you take mock tests in the instructor's car.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence online or by post, then book your theory test before paying for many lessons. Start lessons with a local instructor to build basic control and road awareness, then book the practical test at Stoke-on-Trent (Newcastle-Under-Lyme) when your instructor and you agree you're ready. Remember to practice independent driving and mock routes to the test centre ahead of your exam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

There are six instructors listed in Aston, so choice is smaller than in nearby towns.
The average lesson price in Aston is around £40 per hour.
The closest DVSA test centre is Stoke-on-Trent (Newcastle-Under-Lyme), about 8.8 miles away.
The pass rate at Stoke-on-Trent (Newcastle-Under-Lyme) is 45.2%.
The national average pass rate is 47.3%, which is higher than the Stoke-on-Trent (Newcastle-Under-Lyme) pass rate of 45.2%.
Yes, male candidates at the centre pass at 47.2% and female candidates at 43.3%.
Time to readiness varies by learner.
Nearby options include Stoke-on-Trent and Stoke-On-Trent (Cobridge), which are roughly 9 and 9.1 miles away respectively.
The centre conducted 4,792 tests in 2024-2025.
Driving lesson prices vary by location and instructor, typically ranging from £30 to £45 per hour.
Most learners need between 40 to 50 hours of professional tuition, plus around 20 hours of private practice.
If you pass in an automatic, you can only drive automatic cars.
You can book your practical driving test online through the DVSA website or by calling their booking line.
Look for a fully qualified ADI (Approved Driving Instructor) with good reviews.
Most instructors prefer to use their own dual-controlled vehicles for safety reasons.

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