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Some instructors covering Four Oaks
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Ismail
Issy is a friendly, down-to-earth driving instructor based in Warwick and Leamington Spa. He's been teaching for a while and his students really rate…
Tim
Tim Walsh is a friendly and patient driving instructor based in Warwick. He's got many years of professional driving experience and teaches everyone …
Debbie
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…
Steve
Steve's a friendly, independent driving instructor who's been teaching in Warwickshire for over ten years. He runs Direction Driving Tuition from his…
Zahir
Hi, I'm Zahir. I'm an approved driving instructor based in Coventry, and I've been teaching people to drive automatic cars here for a good few years …
Mohammad
Hi, I'm Mohammad Asil Safi, but most people just call me Safi. I run MA SAFI Driving School, and I've been a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor for a g…
Jason
Jason M Thorne is a fully qualified and DSA registered driving instructor based in Solihull. He's been teaching for years and offers a calm, clear ap…
Phill
Phill Godridge is a driving instructor who's been running his own independent driving school in Coventry for over 25 years, since 1997. He's personal…
Ruben
Over 15 years in the business, Ruben's seen his pass rate climb steadily month on month. Based in Coventry, he's a fully qualified, government-approv…
Darren
Darren Kerr is a driving instructor based in Coventry, with over twenty years of experience as a fully qualified ADI. He's got a Grade A rating from …
Renee
Hi, I'm Renee Wood. I'm a fully qualified female Approved Driving Instructor running my own independent LDC driving school in Coventry. I've been spe…
Tim
Tim Pidler is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor running his own independent LDC driving school in Solihull. He's been speciall…
Learning to Drive in Four Oaks
Four Oaks sits in the West Midlands, close to Birmingham and the wider city road network. Learning to drive here means short trips to busy urban test centres rather than a local centre in the village itself. Most learners travel about 6.5 miles to Birmingham (Garretts Green) for their practical test. Expect a mix of suburban streets and nearby city traffic when you practice.
Nearest Test Centre: Birmingham (Garretts Green)
Your nearest DVSA test centre is Birmingham (Garretts Green), about 6.5 miles from Four Oaks. That centre recorded a 39.8% pass rate and runs roughly 8,116 tests a year, so appointments are fairly frequent, but competition can be strong, Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025. Tests there show a noticeable gap between male and female pass rates, so plan practice accordingly, Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Birmingham (Garretts Green) has a 39.8% pass rate compared with the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025. Male candidates at Garretts Green pass at 46.9% while female candidates pass at 34.3%, Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025. Nearby centres show different results, with Nuneaton at 48.5% and Birmingham (South Yardley) at 41.4%, Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025.
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons on quieter residential streets to build observation and control before heading towards Birmingham. Practice joining faster roads and merging, since tests often route candidates towards busier junctions near the city. Work on roundabout technique and lane discipline; those skills are commonly assessed on routes out of Four Oaks. Time lessons to avoid peak rush hour if you want calmer practice sessions. Book mock tests at Garretts Green to get used to the local test environment.
Choosing an Instructor in Four Oaks
There are currently no listed driving instructors in Four Oaks, so expect to travel to nearby suburbs or Birmingham for lessons. Look for ADI registration and a willingness to pick up learners in Four Oaks if you need door-to-door lessons. Ask about pass statistics and experience with the Garretts Green test routes before you book. Compare availability and travel arrangements as these affect lesson convenience.
Lesson Costs in Four Oaks
Lesson prices vary across the West Midlands and tend to be higher closer to Birmingham, but no local average is listed for Four Oaks. Costs depend on instructor experience, travel time from their base to Four Oaks, and lesson length. Automatic lessons or intensive courses will also alter the total price.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional driving licence online or by post before you book lessons. Study for and pass the theory test, then build lessons with an instructor who can take you to Birmingham (Garretts Green) for the practical. When you feel ready ask your instructor to book a practical test at Garretts Green about 6.5 miles away. Keep lessons regular and include mock tests on the actual test routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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