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Some instructors covering Kirkby-in-Ashfield
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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…
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…
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…
Learning to Drive in Kirkby-in-Ashfield
Learning to drive in Kirkby-in-Ashfield feels local and compact. Lessons tend to focus on town streets and the short runs out to nearby Ashfield and Mansfield. With just a couple of instructors listed for the area, availability can be limited, so plan ahead. You'll get a mix of quiet residential roads and busier routes towards surrounding towns.
Nearest Test Centre: Ashfield
Ashfield test centre is the nearest, about 1.8 miles away, so test day travel is straightforward. It handles roughly 1,305 tests a year and posts a 53.9% pass rate, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. You can expect standard DVSA procedures on the day, modern booking systems, and a mix of local test routes around town. Weekend parking and local traffic can affect arrival time, so allow extra travel time.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Ashfield's pass rate is 53.9%, which is higher than the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates at Ashfield pass at 55.1% and female candidates at 52.9%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nottingham (Colwick) nearby records a lower 40.6% pass rate, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. The local centre runs about 1,305 tests a year, which gives a reasonable sample size for comparison, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons on quieter residential streets to build control and confidence before moving onto busier routes toward Mansfield and Ashfield. Practice manoeuvres in different parking areas and arrive early to get used to local junctions. Expect higher traffic at peak times near the main shopping streets and around school start and finish times. Book mock tests at the Ashfield centre to learn the typical test routes and time pressures. Keep skills sharp on roundabouts and right-turn junctions you might meet on routes out of town.
Choosing an Instructor in Kirkby-in-Ashfield
Look for a well-qualified instructor who knows Ashfield and Mansfield test routes and has recent local experience. With only two instructors listed in the area, availability matters more than price, so ask about evening and weekend options. Find someone who offers mock tests at the Ashfield centre and who can drive your likely test route. Check pass-history and whether they provide block-booking or intensive courses.
Lesson Costs in Kirkby-in-Ashfield
Lesson prices vary by instructor, time of day and lesson length; no local average is provided here. Limited local instructor supply can affect availability and may influence hourly rates, especially for weekend or evening lessons.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional driving licence online or by post before booking lessons. Study and book your theory test, then start practical lessons aimed at the Ashfield test centre once you are ready. Use mock tests and familiarisation drives around the Ashfield centre to prepare for the practical. After passing the practical, follow DVSA guidance to exchange your provisional for a full licence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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