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12
Avg Price
£44/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Slough (9.5 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
35.6%
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There are 12 driving instructors in Bracknell. Prices range from £34.00 to £60.00 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 111 reviews.

12
Instructors
£44/hr
Avg Price
5 / 5
111 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Bracknell 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 Bracknell 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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Basil Steven-Fountain
5.5 mi

Basil

Camberley
5.0
21 reviews
Manual 60 min Weekends

If you learn with Basil, you'll get a patient, friendly instructor who's been teaching in the Camberley area since 2012. He's fully independent now, …

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Neil Makwana
7.5 mi

Neil

Maidenhead
5.0
18 reviews
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Lexus CT 200h

Neil Makwana runs 1st Choice Automatic Driving School in Maidenhead and teaches in a Lexus CT 200h. He specialises in automatic lessons and works wit…

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Billie Smith
5.5 mi

Billie

Camberley
5.0
16 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Billie Smith has been on the DVSA Approved Register of Driving Instructors for 20 years, training drivers of all abilities across the southeast of En…

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Fiaz
9.5 mi

Fiaz

Slough
5.0
10 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Weekends

Fiaz is a friendly, fully qualified driving instructor based in Slough. He's approved by the DVSA and offers both manual and automatic lessons. He co…

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Matt Whatley
5.9 mi

Matt

Blackwater, Camberley
5.0
4 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Matt Whatley runs QA Motoring School with a high first-time pass rate that's well above the national average. He's built his reputation on customer s…

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8.5 mi

Gabriella

Farnborough
5.0
4 reviews
Manual & Auto 90 min

Gabriella, or Gabs as her students call her, is a friendly female driving instructor based in Farnborough, Hampshire. She's been teaching people to d…

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£60 /hour
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5.3 mi

Helen

Surrey
5.0
2 reviews
Manual 120 min Evenings + Weekends

Helen is the driving instructor and founder of Surrey Downs Driving Academy, with over 20 years of experience. She keeps things calm and relaxed, and…

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Paul Clarke
5.5 mi

Paul

Camberley
5.0
2 reviews
Manual 120 min
Vauxhall Corsa

Hi, I'm Paul Clarke. I run Clarke's School of Motoring, and I'm a DSA approved driving instructor. I've been teaching people to drive around Camberle…

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£41 /hour
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Jim
9.5 mi

Jim

Reading
5.0
2 reviews
Automatic 120 min Evenings + Weekends

Jim runs Follow Us Driving School, an automatic-only driving school based in Reading. He's passionate about road safety and focuses on producing safe…

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£40 /hour
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0.1 mi

Ian

Bracknell
5.0
1 review
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Ian Clark runs Pass 1st Time (Or 2nd), a driving school in Bracknell. He's a fully qualified instructor with years of experience, and he's got a real…

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Gavin House
8.2 mi

Gavin

Farnborough
5.0
1 review
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Ford Focus

Hi, I'm Gavin House. I'm a fully qualified driving instructor based in Farnborough, Hampshire, and I've been teaching people to drive for quite a few…

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£45 /hour
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Alif
8.5 mi

Alif

Farnborough
4.9
30 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Toyota Yaris

Alif is a friendly and patient driving instructor based in Farnborough. He's part of Road Skills Driving School, where he helps learners build confid…

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Learning to Drive in Bracknell

Learning to drive in Bracknell mixes quiet residential streets with busy A-road driving. You will spend time on the Bracknell ring road and the A329(M) if you practice longer runs. Lessons suit learners who want a mix of roundabout practice and short urban routes around the town centre.

Nearest Test Centre: Slough

The nearest DVSA test centre is Slough, about 9.5 miles from Bracknell by road. Slough had a pass rate of 35.6% with 6098 tests that year, male pass rate 38% and female pass rate 32.9% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Expect mixed traffic conditions on approach, and some motorway-style junctions if you drive from Bracknell.

35.6%
Overall Pass Rate
38.0%
Male Pass Rate
32.9%
Female Pass Rate
9.5 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Slough's pass rate of 35.6% sits well below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Nearby Reading recorded 46.3% and Slough (London) 49.2%, both from the same DVSA dataset (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). The male-female split at Slough shows a small gap, with males at 38% and females at 32.9% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025).

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quiet residential roads near Bracknell town centre before tackling the ring road. Practice joining and leaving the A329(M) where speed changes are swift. Spend time at local roundabouts so you can judge gaps and lane choice. Avoid rush hour on Ringmead and Wokingham Road if you can. Work on reversing into bays, as town-centre parking checks often feature in tests.

Choosing an Instructor in Bracknell

There are six instructors listed in the area, so availability can be limited at peak times. Look for an instructor who knows routes toward Slough and Reading and who offers mock tests on the ring road. Ask about pass rates and recent pupil reviews before you book. Expect prices to vary with experience and lesson length.

Lesson Costs in Bracknell

Lesson costs in Bracknell vary by instructor, car type and whether you book single lessons or blocks. Block bookings often give a lower per-lesson rate, and intensive courses may carry a premium. Travel time to the Slough test centre can add to overall lesson and test-day costs.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence before you book any lessons. Prepare for and pass the theory and hazard perception tests, then start practical lessons. Book a practical test once you and your instructor agree you are ready. Take mock tests in traffic similar to Slough, since that is where you will likely take the exam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

The nearest DVSA test centre is Slough, about 9.5 miles from Bracknell by road.
Slough had a pass rate of 35.6% in 2024-2025, with 6098 tests that year (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025).
Slough's pass rate of 35.6% is lower than the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025).
There are six instructors listed in the Bracknell area.
Learning time varies by pupil, but most learners need regular lessons over several months to reach test standard.
Prices vary by instructor, car type and lesson length.
Booking availability changes frequently, and Slough handles thousands of tests a year, so popular dates can fill quickly.
Yes, get comfortable joining and leaving the A329(M) and judging higher approach speeds.
Yes, in 2024-2025 males had a 38% pass rate and females had 32.9% at Slough (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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