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Some instructors covering Gedling
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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 Gedling
Learning to drive in Gedling means practising on a mix of quiet residential streets and busier routes into Nottingham. You will meet short, tree-lined roads in Gedling village and faster approaches toward Colwick and Arnold. Local lessons often include work on roundabouts and junctions used by commuters heading to the city. With only a handful of instructors in the area, you may need to travel slightly further for more choice.
Nearest Test Centre: Nottingham (Colwick)
Nottingham (Colwick) is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 1.4 miles from Gedling. It runs roughly 7,140 tests a year and has a pass rate of 40.6% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Expect test routes that use Colwick and nearby residential streets, with some time on the A612 approaches into Nottingham. Booking can fill up, so plan lessons and tests together.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Pass rates at Nottingham (Colwick) sit below the national average, with a 40.6% pass rate compared with 47.3% nationally (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates at Colwick passed at 45.7% while female candidates passed at 35.8% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby centres show variation, with Nottingham (Chilwell) at 41.9% and Ashfield higher at 53.9% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). That spread suggests local test routes and traffic mix have a real effect on outcomes.
Local Driving Tips
Spend time on the A612 approaches toward Colwick so you are comfortable with lane choices and traffic flow. Practice roundabout entries and exits around Colwick and Mapperley, as these often feature on local tests. Get used to narrow residential streets and parked cars in Gedling village, and practise precise positioning for junctions and hill starts. Expect buses and cyclists on main roads, so maintain good observation and allow extra space when turning. Work on calm responses to busy traffic, since test routes can switch quickly from quiet roads to busier junctions.
Choosing an Instructor in Gedling
There are only three instructors recorded in the area, so availability can be tight and booking early helps. Look for an Approved Driving Instructor who offers clear lesson plans, pick-up from your address, and mock tests at routes near Colwick. Check recent pupil pass feedback and ask whether they use local test routes in lessons. Expect to pay more for flexible hours or last-minute bookings, and consider travelling a short distance for greater choice.
Lesson Costs in Gedling
No local average lesson price is listed for Gedling, so expect prices to follow wider Nottingham trends and individual instructor experience. Cost is affected by instructor qualifications, vehicle type, and whether you block-book lessons or need odd-hour sessions. Scarcity of instructors in the immediate area may push prices up slightly compared with busier suburbs.
Getting Started
Apply for a provisional driving licence online or by post before booking lessons. Start with a few lessons to gauge progress, then book your theory test when you are ready to study hazard perception and the multiple-choice questions. Once you pass the theory, continue lessons and take a mock practical at local routes, then book your practical test at Nottingham (Colwick) or a nearby centre. Keep a log of hours and ask your instructor for regular progress checks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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