Driving Instructors in Castle Bromwich

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Instructors
6
Avg Price
£32/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Birmingham (Garretts Green) (1.8 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
39.8%
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There are 6 driving instructors in Castle Bromwich. Prices range from £31.80 to £33.00 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 38 reviews.

6
Instructors
£32/hr
Avg Price
5 / 5
38 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Castle Bromwich 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 Castle Bromwich 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 Castle Bromwich

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Muhammad Shahnawaz
4.5 mi

Muhammad Shahnawaz

Birmingham
5.0
10 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Weekends

Muhammad Shahnawaz is a DVSA-approved driving instructor in Birmingham and runs LetMeDrive's practical training. He focuses on intensive and semi-int…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive
£32 /hour
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Debbie Blagg
5.8 mi

Debbie Blagg

Solihull
5.0
10 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Debbie Blagg is a very experienced driving instructor in Solihull and has run Debi B's Driving School since 1999. She's friendly, patient and underst…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Aky
7.7 mi

Aky

Sandwell
5.0
2 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Aky is a fully qualified driving instructor with years of experience teaching learners in and around the Black Country. He offers both manual and aut…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Motorway
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Steve
4.7 mi

Steve

Sutton Coldfield
4.8
16 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Steve is a calm, friendly driving instructor with 1st Choice Driving Academy. His learners often pass first time and quite a few have passed with zer…

Nervous Drivers Intensive Pass Plus
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Amirul
2.8 mi

Amirul

Birmingham
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Amirul is a DVSA-registered driving instructor with Think Safety Driving School in Birmingham. His pupils often mention his calm, patient teaching st…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
£33 /hour
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R
3 mi

Rouf

Birmingham
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings

Rouf runs RDS Driving School and has spent many years teaching learner drivers across the West Midlands. Based in Birmingham, he is known for offerin…

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Learning to Drive in Castle Bromwich

Learning to drive in Castle Bromwich means short trips to Birmingham and quick access to the motorway. The area mixes residential streets with busy arterial routes so you get a bit of everything in your lessons. Expect training around local junctions and roundabouts as well as stop-start traffic close to the M6. Lessons suit learners who want practice on both quiet roads and busier routes.

Nearest Test Centre: Birmingham (Garretts Green)

The nearest DVSA centre is Birmingham (Garretts Green), about 1.8 miles from Castle Bromwich. Garretts Green has a pass rate of 39.8% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025) and runs around 8,116 tests a year, so it can be busy. Tests often include dual carriageway work and urban manoeuvres near the A452 and the M6 junction 5. Bring your provisional licence and allow extra time for traffic on Chester Road.

39.8%
Overall Pass Rate
46.9%
Male Pass Rate
34.3%
Female Pass Rate
1.8 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Garretts Green records a 39.8% pass rate, below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates pass at 46.9% while female candidates are at 34.3% at Garretts Green (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby centres show variation, with South Yardley at 41.4% and Sutton Coldfield at 47.6% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Local roads and heavier urban traffic likely influence the lower rate at Garretts Green.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quieter residential streets before moving onto Chester Road and the A452 where traffic builds up quickly. Practice joining and leaving the M6 at junction 5, and learn lane discipline early on. Roundabouts near the shopping areas can be busy, so look well ahead and plan your exits. Work on observation at junctions and mirror checks when traffic is heavy, and ask your instructor for mock test routes around Garretts Green.

Choosing an Instructor in Castle Bromwich

There are six local instructors in Castle Bromwich, so availability is reasonable if you book ahead. Expect to pay around £32 per hour on average and check if that price includes any pick-up from your home. Look for an ADI with recent pupil pass feedback and ask if they use dual-control cars. Pick an instructor who knows the Garretts Green test routes and local junctions.

Lesson Costs in Castle Bromwich

Average lessons in Castle Bromwich are about £32 an hour. Prices change with lesson length, instructor experience and whether you need evenings or weekends. Block bookings often reduce the hourly cost.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence online or by post, then prepare for the theory test and hazard perception. Start lessons with a qualified instructor and build up to independent driving on the A452 and M6 slip roads. Book your practical test at Birmingham (Garretts Green) when your instructor feels you are ready, then pass the practical to get your full licence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

The nearest DVSA centre is Birmingham (Garretts Green), about 1.8 miles from Castle Bromwich.
Birmingham (Garretts Green) has a pass rate of 39.8% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Yes.
There are six driving instructors listed in Castle Bromwich.
The average price for a lesson in Castle Bromwich is about £32 per hour.
Time to pass varies by learner and lesson frequency.
Yes, practising junction 5 of the M6 and short stretches of dual carriageway around Castle Bromwich helps.
Garretts Green test routes are mainly urban with some dual carriageway sections.
Nearby Birmingham (South Yardley) has a pass rate of 41.4% and Birmingham (Sutton Coldfield) is at 47.6% (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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