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Instructors
12
Avg Price
£42/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Bishopbriggs (1.9 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
46.1%
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There are 12 driving instructors in Lenzie. Prices range from £38.00 to £45.00 per hour. The average rating is 4.9 stars from 126 reviews.

12
Instructors
£42/hr
Avg Price
4.9 / 5
126 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Lenzie 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 Lenzie 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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Aisha
6.1 mi

Aisha

Glasgow
5.0
30 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Aisha is a fully qualified DVSA-approved driving instructor and hypnotic practitioner based in Glasgow. She has years of experience and a really down…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive
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Stephen Farrell
6.1 mi

Stephen

Glasgow
5.0
25 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Stephen Farrell is a DVSA registered and approved driving instructor based in Glasgow. He gives lessons across Glasgow, Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Johnny Robertson
6.1 mi

Johnny

Glasgow
5.0
4 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Hi, I'm Johnny Robertson. I started Topgear Driving Tuition back in 2003, and it's grown from just me to a team of 14 instructors across Glasgow and …

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
£42 /hour
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Frances
4.4 mi

Frances

Springburn
5.0
2 reviews
Manual 60 min

Frances is the owner and lead instructor at Learner2pass, an independent driving school covering Springburn, Cumbernauld, Chryston, Stepps, Muirhead,…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Motorway Pass Plus
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Carolyn McKinnon
8 mi

Carolyn

Airdrie
5.0
2 reviews
Manual 60 min

Carolyn McKinnon is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) and runs her own independent driving school. She's a female instru…

Nervous Drivers Intensive
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Steven Love
9.3 mi

Steven

Glasgow
5.0
2 reviews
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Steven Love started Accelerate Driving Tuition back in 1998 and has been teaching since 1996. In that time he's built a solid local reputation, with …

Nervous Drivers Intensive
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Leanne Barker
7.5 mi

Leanne

Birkenshaw
5.0
1 review
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Leanne Barker is a Grade A DVSA Approved driving instructor based in Birkenshaw, with over 19 years of experience. She has a University Accredited Di…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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JL
3.4 mi

Jim

Bishopbriggs
4.7
30 reviews
Manual 60 min

Jim Luby is a Grade A Approved Driving Instructor based in Bishopbriggs, with an excellent driving test pass rate. He holds the highest DVSA teaching…

Nervous Drivers Intensive Motorway
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Faizan and Haroon
6.1 mi

Faizan

Glasgow
4.5
30 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Faizan and Haroon, better known as Fizzy and Harry, are the founders of Apex Driving Academy. They have six years of experience and have built a frie…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Steven
6 mi

Steven

Glasgow
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Toyota Yaris Hybrid

Steven is a fully qualified Grade A driving instructor with over 20 years of experience teaching automatic lessons in Glasgow. He has a strong pass r…

Intensive
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Gordon Ross
6.1 mi

Gordon

Glasgow
Manual 60 min

Gordon Ross is an experienced and fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) in the Glasgow area. He is the senior instructor at Partick Drivi…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
£38 /hour
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James
6.1 mi

James

Glasgow
Manual 60 min

James has over 30 years of driving experience and passed his own driving licence, HGV licence, and instructor badge all on first attempts. Based in G…

Refresher Motorway
£45 /hour
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Learning to Drive in Lenzie

Lenzie feels like a small commuter village with easy access to Glasgow. Roads are a mix of quiet residential streets and busy routes towards Bishopbriggs and the M80. Lenzie Station and the High Street are common practice spots for new drivers. Local learners benefit from short drives to nearby test centres and varied road types.

Nearest Test Centre: Bishopbriggs

Bishopbriggs test centre is about 1.9 miles from Lenzie, roughly a ten minute drive via Glasgow Road and routes linking to the M80. Expect a standard DVSA test route that often uses local junctions and the roundabout near Bishopbriggs town centre. The centre runs around 1,100 tests a year, so booking windows can fill up. Bishopbriggs had a 46.1% pass rate, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).

46.1%
Overall Pass Rate
52.6%
Male Pass Rate
40.1%
Female Pass Rate
1.9 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Bishopbriggs sits slightly below the national average, with a 46.1% pass rate versus the UK average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Male candidates at Bishopbriggs pass at 52.6% while female candidates pass at 40.1%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Nearby Glasgow (Baillieston) and Airdrie report lower pass rates at 37.9% and 41.4% respectively, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Local results suggest test difficulty is similar to other suburban centres but can vary by route choice on the day.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quieter residential streets off Station Road and Main Street before moving onto the busier A-roads. Practice joining and leaving dual carriageways for confidence when you get near the M80. Roundabouts around Bishopbriggs and junctions by the town centre are common on test routes, so rehearse lane discipline and mirror checks. Parking near Lenzie Station is useful for reverse and bay parking practice when fewer cars are present. Expect commuter traffic at peak times, so book lessons at quieter hours where possible.

Choosing an Instructor in Lenzie

There are about 15 instructors serving Lenzie, so you can be selective. Look for an ADI with good local knowledge of Bishopbriggs routes and experience with tests at small suburban centres. Expect to pay around the local average of 40 an hour, though block bookings and intensive courses may change that price.

Lesson Costs in Lenzie

Local lessons average 40 per hour. Costs vary with instructor experience, weekday or weekend slots, and whether you book intensive packages or single lessons.

Getting Started

First, apply for a provisional licence online or by post before you start lessons. Book and pass your theory test to be able to take the practical test. Take lessons with a local ADI and practise on local roads, including Station Road and routes toward Bishopbriggs. When ready, book your practical test at Bishopbriggs test centre or at a nearby centre like Glasgow (Baillieston).

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Bishopbriggs test centre is about 1.9 miles from Lenzie by road, usually a ten minute drive depending on traffic.
Bishopbriggs had a 46.1% pass rate in the 2024-2025 period, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Yes.
There are 15 driving instructors serving Lenzie, so you should be able to find different teaching styles and availability.
The local average lesson price is 40 per hour.
Bishopbriggs recorded a 46.1% pass rate versus a national 47.3% in 2024-2025, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Yes, nearby centres include Glasgow (Baillieston) at about 5.1 miles and Airdrie at about 7.7 miles.
Learning time varies with individual progress, practice frequency and confidence on local roads.
Bishopbriggs handled around 1,100 tests a year according to the 2024-2025 data.
Focus on Station Road and the High Street for narrower residential driving, then practise joining dual carriageways and roundabouts near Bishopbriggs and the M80.
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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