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Some instructors covering Derby
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Damian
Damian Jones is a DSA-approved driving instructor working in Derby, Ashbourne and the wider Derbyshire area. He's a friendly local instructor who kee…
Rob
Rob is a friendly, down-to-earth driving instructor based in Heanor and Langley Mill. He's been teaching for over 20 years and his students really ra…
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…
David
Hi, I'm David Blackshaw. I'm a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor running my own independent LDC driving school in Derby. I've be…
Martyn
Martyn is a fully qualified driving instructor based in Belper, Derbyshire, with many years of experience. He offers a range of courses to suit all l…
Lee
Lee runs Learn with Lee Driving School in Belper, offering both manual and automatic lessons. He's all about making driving a relaxed and enjoyable e…
Learning to Drive in Derby
Learning to drive in Derby mixes tight town streets with faster arterial routes. You will practise in residential areas around Alvaston and on busier stretches near Pride Park and the A52. Short journeys across the city mean varied lesson content and quick access to the test centre. Lessons suit people who want a mix of town and trunk-road experience.
Nearest Test Centre: Derby (Alvaston)
Derby (Alvaston) is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 2.3 miles from central Derby. Expect a steady flow of tests, roughly 1,150 a year, and typical routes that include ring-road junctions and the A52. The centre's pass rate is 45.5% according to local data, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Book early and allow time to get used to the approach roads on test day.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Derby (Alvaston) has a pass rate of 45.5%, slightly below the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates pass at 49.3% while female candidates pass at 41.8% at this centre, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby centres show variation, for example Burton on Trent at 38.5% and Nottingham (Chilwell) at 41.9%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. These differences often reflect local routes and test volumes rather than individual ability.
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons on quiet residential streets in Alvaston to build control and observation skills. Move on to the A52 and A6 for higher-speed lane discipline and junction practice. Spend time on the Derby ring road, especially the A5111, to get used to lane changes and roundabout approaches near Pride Park. Practise independent driving routes that include Raynesway junction and the approach to the city centre. Watch for short, sudden congestion around shopping areas and hospital junctions during peak times.
Choosing an Instructor in Derby
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Getting Started
First, apply for your provisional driving licence and then book your theory test. Start lessons with an ADI in Derby and cover both town roads and arterial routes such as the A52. When you and your instructor are ready, book a practical test at Derby (Alvaston), which is around 2.3 miles from central Derby.
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Last reviewed: February 2026