Our Hucknall 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.
Some instructors covering Hucknall
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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…
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…
Shaun
Shaun Murphy runs SLM School of Motoring and teaches in Mansfield and Sutton-in-Ashfield. He uses the Driver Active teaching system developed by John…
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 Hucknall
Hucknall is a small town in Yorkshire with a local feel and short driving distances. Learning here means a mix of quiet residential streets and busier routes out of town. You won't find many instructors in Hucknall itself, so lessons often include nearby roads and test routes. It's a good place to build confidence before tackling faster A-roads.
Nearest Test Centre: Ashfield
The nearest DVSA test centre is Ashfield, about 6.2 miles away from Hucknall. Expect a regularly used centre with around 1,305 tests a year, so booking can fill up at peak times. Ashfield's practical pass rate is 53.9%, with slightly higher male and female splits reported. Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Ashfield's pass rate of 53.9% sits above the national average of 47.3%, which suggests local learners do relatively well. Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Male candidates at Ashfield pass at 55.1% and female candidates at 52.9%, showing small differences by gender. Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Nottingham (Colwick) nearby reports a 40.6% pass rate, noticeably lower than Ashfield. Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons on quieter streets to master clutch control, steering and observation. Progress to busier junctions and roundabouts once you handle basic manoeuvres. Expect some short but frequent queues near shopping areas, so practise smooth stop-start techniques. Watch for cyclists and pedestrians in built-up parts of town. Make a few longer lessons out to the test centre area so you recognise typical test routes.
Choosing an Instructor in Hucknall
There are only four instructors listed for Hucknall, so availability can be limited at busy times. Look for an approved driving instructor (ADI) who knows the Ashfield test routes and local conditions. Ask about block-book discounts and cancellation policies before you commit. Expect to pay market rates for nearby areas and compare a couple of instructors where possible.
Lesson Costs in Hucknall
Local lesson prices are not stated here, and they vary by instructor experience, car type and lesson length. Fewer instructors in Hucknall can affect availability and sometimes the hourly rate, especially for weekend or evening lessons.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional licence first and start theory revision while you take lessons. Book lessons with a local ADI and aim for consistent sessions each week to build progress. When you and your instructor agree, book your practical test at Ashfield or a nearby centre. Bring your provisional licence and theory pass certificate to the practical test appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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