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9
Avg Price
£48/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Edinburgh (Currie) (0.6 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
45.3%
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There are 9 driving instructors in Currie. Prices range from £45.00 to £52.00 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 42 reviews.

9
Instructors
£48/hr
Avg Price
5 / 5
42 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Currie 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 Currie 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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Angus
7.2 mi

Angus

Edinburgh
5.0
17 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Angus has helped over 130 students pass their driving test, with many achieving first-time passes at centres like Musselburgh and Currie. Based in Ed…

Nervous Drivers Refresher
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Alan Hall
8.9 mi

Alan

Dalkeith
5.0
7 reviews
Manual 90 min

Alan Hall is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) and runs his own LDC driving school franchise in Midlothian. He was train…

Nervous Drivers Intensive
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Phil Willis
6.4 mi

Phil

Edinburgh
5.0
2 reviews
Manual 60 min

Hi, I'm Phil Willis. I've been a driving instructor in Edinburgh for over 25 years now, since I started my school back in 1994. I focus on giving you…

Motorway Pass Plus
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DM
8 mi

Davie

West Lothian
5.0
2 reviews
Manual 60 min

Davie Mckim is a friendly, experienced driving instructor based in West Lothian. He offers reliable, high-quality driving lessons to learners of all …

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Abid
6.4 mi

Abid

Edinburgh
5.0
1 review
Manual 60 min

Hi, I'm Abid. I've been an Approved Driving Instructor since 2014, teaching people to drive around Edinburgh. I'm based near the Currie Test Centre a…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Motorway Pass Plus
£45 /hour
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David
6.4 mi

David

Edinburgh
4.9
13 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

David is a Grade A Approved Driving Instructor who has been teaching learners from all sorts of backgrounds across Edinburgh for years. He is calm, p…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Caroline Robertson
6.4 mi

Caroline

Edinburgh
Manual 60 min Weekends

Hi, I'm Caroline Robertson. I'm a fully qualified female Approved Driving Instructor running my own independent LDC driving school in Edinburgh. I've…

Intensive
£46 /hour
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Dimitris Tsiokas Kitsiopoulos
6.4 mi

Dimitris

Edinburgh
Manual & Auto 60 min
Citroen

Hi, I'm Dimitris. I've been teaching people to drive around Edinburgh for a good while now, and I really enjoy helping learners get their confidence …

Refresher Intensive Motorway
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Katherine Hartley
6.4 mi

Katherine

Edinburgh
Manual 60 min
Mazda 2 SE L+

Katherine Hartley has been a fully qualified DVSA Approved Driving Instructor since 2006, based in Edinburgh. She's up to date with all the latest tr…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Motorway
£52 /hour
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Learning to Drive in Currie

Currie sits on the western edge of Edinburgh, with Currie High Street and Lanark Road (A70) giving it a village feel close to the city. It is handy for the Pentland Hills, which can change driving conditions quickly. You will find a small pool of local instructors, so lessons can book up at busy times. Expect a mix of suburban streets and quicker A-road sections during lessons.

Nearest Test Centre: Edinburgh (Currie)

Edinburgh (Currie) test centre is about 0.6 miles from the centre of Currie, so travel time is usually under 10 minutes by car. Tests use nearby suburban roads and A-road sections, so you should be comfortable on Lanark Road (A70) and local roundabouts. The centre recorded a 45.3% pass rate and ran 6,977 tests in 2024-2025 (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).

45.3%
Overall Pass Rate
49.0%
Male Pass Rate
42.1%
Female Pass Rate
0.6 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Edinburgh (Currie) had a 45.3% pass rate in 2024-2025, below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates at Edinburgh (Currie) passed at 49.0% while female candidates passed at 42.1% in the same period (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby Livingston shows a higher pass rate of 49.6% and Edinburgh (Musselburgh) is lower at 42.6%, so choosing your test centre can make a measurable difference (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on Currie High Street to get used to local parking and pedestrian activity. Move onto Lanark Road (A70) early, as that road features in many local routes and tests. Watch for steep sections and quick weather changes as you head towards the Pentland Hills, especially in winter when grip and visibility drop. Practice junctions and roundabouts near the high street, and build confidence merging onto faster A-road traffic before your test. Plan lesson times outside school drop-off and pick-up to avoid heavier traffic.

Choosing an Instructor in Currie

Look for an instructor who knows Edinburgh (Currie) test routes and the A70 well. With only five local instructors, try to book a few taster lessons to check teaching style. Ask about pass rates for their pupils and whether they offer mock tests at Edinburgh (Currie). Expect to pay around the local average of £46 an hour and compare what is included in that price.

Lesson Costs in Currie

Average lesson prices in Currie are about £46 per hour. Costs vary with instructor experience, vehicle type, and whether you buy block bookings or one-off lessons.

Getting Started

First, apply for your provisional licence and then book your theory test. Start practical lessons with a local instructor who knows Currie and nearby A-roads. When you are ready, book your practical test at Edinburgh (Currie), which is the closest centre.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Edinburgh (Currie) test centre is about 0.6 miles from Currie village, typically a short drive under 10 minutes depending on traffic.
The pass rate at Edinburgh (Currie) was 45.3% in 2024-2025, which is below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Male learners had a 49.0% pass rate and female learners had a 42.1% pass rate at Edinburgh (Currie) in 2024-2025 (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Livingston had a higher pass rate of 49.6% in 2024-2025, while Edinburgh (Musselburgh) recorded 42.6% in the same period (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
The local average lesson price is around £46 per hour.
Learning time varies by learner and frequency of lessons, so there is no fixed period.
There are five local instructors listed for Currie.
Focus on Currie High Street and Lanark Road (A70), and practice nearby roundabouts and junctions used in everyday routes.
Edinburgh (Currie) handled 6,977 tests in 2024-2025 (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Yes, conditions can change quickly near the Pentland Hills, with winter snow and ice or sudden fog reducing grip and visibility.
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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