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Some instructors covering Highworth
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Gilbert
Gilbert runs Isaacs School of Motoring in Swindon. He's a qualified driving instructor who offers both auto and manual cars, so you can learn in what…
Jeffrey
Jeffrey Sayed is an independent Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) in Swindon with a great local reputation. He offers expert lessons that build real …
Graeme
Graeme Winspear is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor running his own independent LDC driving school in Swindon. He's been spec…
Joti
Joti Kaur Loyal is a friendly, patient driving instructor based in Swindon. She's part of A.D.I School of Motoring, a family business that's been hel…
Glen
Hi, I'm Glen. I run Rainbow Driving, a driving school based in Swindon, Wiltshire. I've been teaching people to drive here for a while, and I'm fully…
Learning to Drive in Highworth
Highworth is a small market town north-east of Swindon with a quiet, local feel. Lessons here often start on residential streets before moving out to country lanes and the busier approaches to Swindon. Local driving tends to involve hill starts and narrow streets as well as short stretches on faster roads towards Swindon. Many learners like the mix of calm practice roads and a nearby test centre for realistic preparation.
Nearest Test Centre: Swindon LGV
The nearest DVSA test centre for most Highworth learners is Swindon LGV, about 6 miles away by road. That centre does not have public pass-rate figures listed for the data provided. For standard car tests learners commonly use Swindon test centre, roughly 6.5 miles away, which has a pass rate of 47.2 percent (Data source: DVSA (data period not provided)). You should allow travel time for your test and plan a practice drive to the centre beforehand.
Pass Rate Analysis
Swindon test centre shows a pass rate of 47.2 percent, very close to the national average of 47.3 percent (Data source: DVSA (data period not provided)). There is no local breakdown by sex or specific figures for Swindon LGV in the data provided. A difference of 0.1 percent is negligible, so local pass outcomes are broadly in line with national results. If you want more detailed splits you will need to check the DVSA site or ask your instructor.
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons on Highworth's quieter residential streets to build control and confidence before moving onto busier approaches towards Swindon. Practice hill starts and controlled stops on the steeper parts of town, as you will face these in tests. Take time on country lanes to get used to narrowings and limited visibility, and practise reverse parking in larger car parks rather than tight residential drives. When you approach Swindon for a test, rehearse roundabouts and dual carriageway merges so you are comfortable with speed and positioning. Watch for parked cars and cyclists in market areas and adjust your speed early.
Choosing an Instructor in Highworth
There are five local instructors listed for Highworth, so check availability and whether they offer lessons at times that suit you. Look for an instructor who knows the usual Swindon test routes and offers mock tests to prepare you. Expect average hourly rates around £53, but confirm whether that is for a one-to-one hour or a block booking. Ask about car type, pass certificate rates, and whether they teach manual or automatic.
Lesson Costs in Highworth
Average lesson price in the area is £53 per hour. Costs vary with instructor experience, lesson length, time of day, and whether you buy block bookings or single hours.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional licence and then book the theory test as your first official step. Start lessons with a local instructor and practise hazard perception as well as the theory questions. When you are ready, book the practical test at Swindon LGV or Swindon test centre, both within about 6 to 7 miles, and do a mock test beforehand to check readiness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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