Driving Instructors in Halewood

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Instructors
7
Avg Price
£40/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Speke (Liverpool) (1.7 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
32.5%
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There are 7 driving instructors in Halewood. The average price is £40 per hour. The average rating is 4.7 stars from 59 reviews.

7
Instructors
£40/hr
Avg Price
4.7 / 5
59 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Halewood 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 Halewood 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 Halewood

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Derek Gillespie
7.4 mi

Derek Gillespie

Liverpool
5.0
22 reviews
Automatic 60 min Weekends
Cupra Born

Derek Gillespie is an Approved Driving Instructor with over 22 years of experience helping people learn to drive. He is a member of the Driving Instr…

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Dave and Karen
9.9 mi

Dave and Karen

Warrington
4.9
29 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings

Dave and Karen run Austin School of Motoring, a friendly family driving school in Warrington with over 23 years of combined experience. They teach ma…

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Graham Jones
9.7 mi

Graham Jones

Warrington
4.7
7 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Graham Jones is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) based in Warrington, with a strong background in public service and tr…

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7.6 mi

Steve Wynn

St. Helens
4.0
1 review
Manual 60 min
Renault Capture

Steve Wynn is a driving instructor in St Helens with a really interesting background. He spent years in the fire service before retiring and moving i…

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Kevin Brock
6.5 mi

Kevin Brock

Ellesmere Port
Manual & Auto 60 min

Kevin Brock is a fully qualified driving instructor who helps learners become safe, confident drivers across Ellesmere Port, Chester and Wirral. He f…

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Dave Walmsley
7.4 mi

Dave Walmsley

Liverpool
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Renault Captur Dynamique

Dave Walmsley is an A grade driving instructor with over 18 years of teaching experience in Liverpool and Merseyside. He keeps things relaxed and fri…

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Matt
9.9 mi

Matt

Warrington
Manual 60 min

Matt has been a driving instructor in Warrington for over twelve years and really knows how to put learners at ease. He gets that learning to drive c…

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Learning to Drive in Halewood

Halewood sits on the edge of Liverpool with quick access to the M62 at the Tarbock Interchange. Local roads mix residential streets with busy A-roads such as Speke Road, so you get a variety of practice routes. Lessons here are practical, with airport, industrial and town driving all close by. Instructors know the local junctions and roundabouts well, so you can build confidence on real roads.

Nearest Test Centre: Speke (Liverpool)

The nearest DVSA test centre is Speke (Liverpool), about 1.7 miles from central Halewood. Expect urban test routes that use Speke Road and nearby roundabouts, and occasional M62 slip-road work. Speke (Liverpool) has a pass rate of 32.5% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025) and ran 6,763 tests in the 2024-2025 period (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Book early because local slots fill up on busy weeks.

32.5%
Overall Pass Rate
34.8%
Male Pass Rate
30.1%
Female Pass Rate
1.7 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Speke (Liverpool) records a 32.5% pass rate, which sits below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates at Speke have a pass rate of 34.8% and female candidates 30.1% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby Widnes shows a higher pass rate at 43.5% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025), so some pupils choose to travel for their test. Lower local pass rates often reflect busier test routes and tricky junctions rather than pupil ability.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quieter residential streets off Liverpool Road or Speke Road before moving to the A562 and M62 slip-roads. Practice at the Tarbock Interchange, it tests lane discipline and mirror use more than you might expect. Be ready for traffic near Liverpool John Lennon Airport and the industrial estates, especially during morning and evening peaks. Roundabouts around Halewood can be multi-lane, so rehearse signals and observations with your instructor. Night driving on A-roads is useful as many practical tests include evening driving.

Choosing an Instructor in Halewood

Halewood has seven local instructors, so availability can be limited during school runs and evenings. Expect to pay around £40 per hour on average, though some instructors offer block-booking discounts. Look for an instructor who knows Speke test routes and nearby junctions like Tarbock Interchange. Ask about test-day experience and use of the instructor's car for the exam.

Lesson Costs in Halewood

Average lesson price in Halewood is about 40 per hour. Costs vary with lesson length, block bookings, and whether the instructor provides a car for the test.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence online or by post, then book your theory test before starting regular lessons. Take lessons with a qualified instructor and arrange mock tests on local roads to prepare. When ready, book a practical test at Speke (Liverpool) or a nearby centre like Widnes if you prefer a different pass-rate profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Speke (Liverpool) test centre is about 1.7 miles from Halewood.
Speke (Liverpool) has a pass rate of 32.5% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Speke's pass rate is 32.5%, below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Yes, male candidates have a pass rate of 34.8% and female candidates 30.1% at Speke (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
There are seven instructors listed in Halewood.
Average lessons cost about 40 per hour in Halewood.
Learning time varies by individual experience and lesson frequency.
Local roads include quiet residential streets and busy A-roads, plus the Tarbock Interchange and airport approaches.
Yes, you can book a test at another DVSA centre such as Widnes, which has a 43.5% pass rate (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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