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Some instructors covering Carlton
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Jim
Jim Foster runs Notts Driving School, and he's a fully qualified Grade A instructor with a great reputation in Nottingham. He's been teaching for a w…
Russ
Russ Chaplin is an independent driving instructor based in Nottingham, with over 23 years of experience teaching learners. He's a member of the Drivi…
Debbie
Hi, I'm Debbie Beet. I've been a driving instructor for over 23 years now, and I run Phoenix Driving School here in Nottingham. I offer manual drivin…
Steve
Steve's first-time pass rate is 72%, well above the national average of 47.5%. Based in Nottingham, he's been teaching for over ten years and focuses…
Rob
Rob Nichols is a friendly, experienced Approved Driving Instructor based in Forest Town, Mansfield. He has several years of experience helping local …
George
George is a fully qualified, DVSA-approved driving instructor with over 10 years of experience, offering driving lessons in Nottingham. He teaches in…
Lee
Lee is a friendly driving instructor based in Nottingham, running Alevel Driving School with his colleague Britt. He's been part of this family-run b…
Mustafa
Mustafa Iqbal is a professional driving instructor based in Nottingham, running PassWithMus. He's got a real passion for helping learners pass their …
Andy
Andy Wilkinson has been helping learners get on the road since 2002. He is a Grade A DVSA-approved instructor, holds the RoSPA gold driving qualifica…
Hasan
Hasan has been a fully qualified ADI since 2019, helping countless students pass their test in Nottingham. He's got a proven track record of building…
Learning to Drive in Carlton
Carlton sits close to Nottingham and feels like a suburban commuter spot. Lessons here often start on quiet residential streets before moving on to busier roads near the test centre. You will get a mix of slow-speed manoeuvres and short trips into town. Local life is practical and straightforward for learner drivers.
Nearest Test Centre: Nottingham (Colwick)
The nearest DVSA test centre is Nottingham (Colwick), about 1.1 miles from Carlton. Expect a busy centre given it runs around 7,140 tests a year, so slots can fill fast, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Colwick has a lower pass rate than the national average, so practice for both town and junction work before you book, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. The centre is close enough for lesson runs to finish at the test site.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Nottingham (Colwick) has a pass rate of 40.6%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025, which is below the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates at Colwick pass at 45.7% and female candidates at 35.8%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby Nottingham (Chilwell) posts 41.9% and Ashfield posts 53.9%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025, showing variation across short distances.
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons in the quieter streets around Carlton before tackling busier routes near the test centre. Practice pulling out from junctions and controlled stops, then link those skills into longer drives to the test centre. Work on bay parking and reverse around a corner until you feel confident. Book a mock test that finishes at Nottingham (Colwick) so you know the arrival and route.
Choosing an Instructor in Carlton
Carlton has a small pool of instructors, only three are listed locally. Check each instructor's availability and test-centre experience before you book. Ask whether they teach in the same car you will use for the test and if they offer mock tests at Nottingham (Colwick). Price and flexibility will vary with experience and vehicle type.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional licence and book your theory test once you feel ready. Take regular lessons and build up practice on the run to Nottingham (Colwick), which is only 1.1 miles away. When your instructor thinks you are ready, book your practical test at Colwick and do a final mock test on the real route.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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