Driving Instructors in Barnsley

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Instructors
4
Nearest Test Centre
Barnsley (0.9 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
34.7%
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There are 4 driving instructors in Barnsley. The average rating is 4.6 stars from 18 reviews.

4
Instructors
4.6 / 5
18 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
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Chris
0 mi

Chris

Barnsley
5.0
6 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Chris is a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor and former DVSA driving examiner who set up Control Driving School in 2002. He has over 20 years of teach…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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9.9 mi

David

Rotherham
5.0
3 reviews
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends

David is a friendly, experienced driving instructor who specialises in automatic lessons. He is great at helping learners overcome their fears and re…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Martin McCormick
9.1 mi

Martin McCormick

Wakefield
3.7
9 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Martin McCormick is the owner and lead instructor at McCormicks School of Motoring. He has over 23 years of experience teaching learners in the Wakef…

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Graham Ward
0.1 mi

Graham Ward

Barnsley
Manual & Auto 60 min
Peugeot 208

Graham Ward is an Approved Driving Instructor with Award Driving School and has an above-average success rate helping learners pass. He keeps lessons…

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Learning to Drive in Barnsley

Learning to drive in Barnsley means practising on a mix of town streets and fast A-roads. You will spend time around the A61 and A635 and likely join the M1 at junction 37 early in your lessons. Traffic can be busy near the interchange and market area, so you learn to deal with buses and pedestrian crossings. Lessons here feel down-to-earth and practical, with local routes that test everyday driving skills.

Nearest Test Centre: Barnsley

Barnsley DVSA test centre is about 0.9 miles from the town centre so you can expect short drives to the test. The centre runs around 7,452 tests a year, so booking slots move regularly. Its recorded pass rate is 34.7%, revealing tougher local outcomes for learners, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Expect routes that use the A61, nearby roundabouts and motorway junctions during the practical test.

34.7%
Overall Pass Rate
36.9%
Male Pass Rate
32.8%
Female Pass Rate
0.9 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Barnsley test centre pass rate sits at 34.7%, which is lower than the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male pass rate at the Barnsley centre is 36.9% and female pass rate is 32.8%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby centres show variation, with Rotherham at 37.1% and Sheffield (Middlewood Road) at 48.5%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. This spread suggests some learners choose neighbouring centres for different route profiles and outcomes.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quiet residential streets before tackling the A61 and A635 through town. Practice joining and leaving the M1 at junction 37 so you are confident on motorway merges and lane discipline. Pay attention to bus lanes on Barnsley Road and to pedestrian crossings around the interchange and market. Work on roundabout technique at major junctions and on hill starts around Dodworth and the outskirts. Expect variable visibility on wet days and plan lessons so you can practise in different conditions.

Choosing an Instructor in Barnsley

There are only four instructors listed in the area, so availability can be tight and you may need to book ahead. Look for an instructor who regularly runs lessons on the A61 and who offers motorway practice that includes M1 junctions. Check pass-rate related feedback and recent reviews from local pupils. Ask about dual-control cars, block-booking discounts and cancellation policies.

Lesson Costs in Barnsley

Local lesson prices vary and are affected by instructor experience, car type and how far they travel to you. Intensive courses and motorway lessons often cost more than standard one-hour sessions. Because there are few instructors locally, expect prices to reflect limited supply and convenience.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence online before you book any lessons or tests. Study for and pass the theory test, then arrange practical lessons with a local instructor who knows Barnsley routes. When you are ready, book your practical test at Barnsley DVSA test centre, which runs about 7,452 tests a year, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Keep records of your lessons and consider a few mock tests on the actual test routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Barnsley DVSA test centre is about 0.9 miles from the town centre, so most learners have a short drive to the test.
The pass rate at the Barnsley test centre is 34.7%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
At the Barnsley centre male learners have a pass rate of 36.9% and female learners 32.8%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Barnsley is convenient and close to town, but its pass rate is lower than some nearby centres.
There are four instructors listed locally, so choices can feel limited.
There is no single local average provided, so lesson costs vary by instructor experience, car type and lesson length.
Learning time depends on your starting ability and how often you take lessons.
Practise town-centre manoeuvres, roundabouts on the A61 and A635, and joining the M1 at junction 37 so you are confident on test routes.
Barnsley runs about 7,452 tests a year, which shows steady throughput, Data source: DVSA 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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