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Instructors
7
Avg Price
£30/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Bristol (Kingswood) (4.1 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
45.6%
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There are 7 driving instructors in Keynsham. The average price is £30 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 29 reviews.

7
Instructors
£30/hr
Avg Price
5 / 5
29 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Keynsham 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 Keynsham 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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Matt Tantram
1.9 mi

Matt

Saltford
5.0
22 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Matt Tantram has helped hundreds of learners pass their driving test over nearly 40 years of driving experience. Based in Saltford, he teaches across…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Pass Plus
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4.8 mi

Heather

Bristol
5.0
4 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Weekends

Heather's helped over a dozen students pass their tests first time, with many mentioning her calm approach and clear explanations. Based in Bristol, …

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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RI
3.9 mi

Roccus

Bristol
5.0
3 reviews
Manual 60 min
Volkswagen Polo

Roccus Inayat is a Grade A DVSA-approved driving instructor who runs Alfa & Omega Driving School full-time in Bristol and Bath. He teaches manual les…

Nervous Drivers Intensive
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WD
4.8 mi

Will

Bristol
Manual & Auto 60 min

Will Dracott has helped countless Bristol learners pass their test first time, with a pass rate well above the national average. He runs A-Class Driv…

Nervous Drivers Intensive
£30 /hour
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Rowan
6.4 mi

Rowan

Bath
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Hi, I'm Rowan. I've been teaching people to drive around Bath for over 9 years now, and I run my own company, Rowans School of Motoring. I'm a patien…

Refresher Motorway Pass Plus
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Peter Watt
6.4 mi

Peter

Bath
Manual 60 min

Hi, I'm Peter Watt. I'm a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor based in Bath, and I've been teaching people to drive around the BA2…

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Paul Simmons
8.9 mi

Paul

Midsomer Norton
Manual 60 min
Audi A3

Paul Simmons is a DVSA approved driving instructor based in Midsomer Norton. He's been teaching for a while and offers everything from weekly lessons…

Nervous Drivers Intensive
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Learning to Drive in Keynsham

Learning to drive in Keynsham feels practical and straightforward. Lessons often use the A4 Bath Road and Keynsham High Street, with runs out to Bristol or Bath for motorway practice. You will encounter a mix of residential streets and faster through-roads, so lessons cover a range of skills. Local instructors know the common test routes into Bristol and where learners struggle on roundabouts and junctions.

Nearest Test Centre: Bristol (Kingswood)

The nearest DVSA test centre is Bristol (Kingswood), about 4.1 miles away, so most tests are a short drive from town. Expect a modern test centre with standard test routes that head towards Bristol, often using the ring-road and A4 approaches. Bookings can fill up, so plan ahead and allow time for the drive on test day. Several local instructors will take you to the centre for the test to familiarise you with the route.

45.6%
Overall Pass Rate
48.0%
Male Pass Rate
43.3%
Female Pass Rate
4.1 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Bristol (Kingswood) had a pass rate of 45.6% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025), which is below the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates at Kingswood passed at 48.0% and female candidates at 43.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby Brislington and Southmead have pass rates of 48.3% and 47.8% respectively, so your choice of test centre can make a small difference (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Consider practising on the actual routes used by the centre you plan to use.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quieter residential streets before moving onto the A4 Bath Road and the High Street. Practise joining and leaving the A4, as the junctions towards Bristol and Bath can get busy during rush hour. Expect roundabouts around the ring-road and take time to get comfortable with lane discipline and mirror checks. Try lesson times outside peak traffic to build confidence, then move to peak times for experience. Practice speed changes on the bypass and hill starts on steeper streets in and around the town.

Choosing an Instructor in Keynsham

There are five local instructors listed in Keynsham, so you should be able to find one who suits your schedule. Look for an instructor who offers regular weekly slots and who knows the Bristol (Kingswood) test routes. Expect instructors to charge around the local average of £45 per hour, with block-booking discounts possible. Meet an instructor for a trial lesson to check teaching style and car comfort.

Lesson Costs in Keynsham

Average lesson price in Keynsham is £45 per hour according to local listings. Prices vary with instructor experience, lesson length and whether you buy block bookings or intensive courses.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence online or by post, then book your theory test before too long. Start practical lessons to build hours and confidence, and ask your instructor when you are ready to book the practical test at Bristol (Kingswood), 4.1 miles away. Keep a log of lessons and check theory test results before arranging the practical date.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

The nearest DVSA test centre is Bristol (Kingswood), about 4.1 miles from Keynsham by road.
Bristol (Kingswood) had a pass rate of 45.6% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Male candidates at Bristol (Kingswood) passed at 48.0% and female candidates at 43.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Nearby options include Bristol (Brislington), about 5.2 miles away with a 48.3% pass rate, and Bristol (Southmead), about 7.2 miles away with a 47.8% pass rate (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Average lesson cost in Keynsham is £45 per hour based on local listings.
Time to learn depends on how often you take lessons and how quickly you progress.
There are five instructors currently listed in Keynsham, so availability should be reasonable but can vary.
Yes, practising on the A4 Bath Road and the main junctions into Bristol helps, because many test routes use those roads.
Bristol (Kingswood) conducted 2,551 tests in the 2024-2025 period, so it sees steady demand.
Most local instructors will take you to Bristol (Kingswood) for your practical test to familiarise you with the route and arrival procedure.
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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