Our Melksham 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 Melksham
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Chris
Chris is a friendly, fully qualified driving instructor based in Trowbridge. He's registered by the DVSA and runs his own independent driving school,…
Steph
Steph Longden is a friendly, professional female Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) with a great local reputation. She focuses on safety, confidence a…
Paul
Paul Cole has been running Excel Driving Academy since 2014, achieving an 86% first-time pass rate in 2025 with 48 passes out of 56 tests. He's a Gra…
Kate
Kate Andrews is a friendly, patient driving instructor who's been teaching since 2005. She's fully qualified and DVSA registered, and she specialises…
Jamie
Jamie Wilkins is an Approved Driving Instructor with over 16 years of experience. In that time he’s helped hundreds of learners become safe, confiden…
Darryl
Darryl Gray has over 400 students passed in his career, having previously worked for major driving schools like BSM and Drive Dynamics before setting…
Simon
Simon runs Simons Driving School in Devizes, Wiltshire, offering friendly, down to earth driving lessons in Devizes and the surrounding villages. He …
Sharon
Hi, I'm Sharon Hanley. I've been a qualified driving instructor since 2009, and I've got over 30 years of driving experience. I teach around Devizes,…
Duncan
Duncan is a friendly, down-to-earth driving instructor based in Wiltshire. He's the founder of Passify and teaches learners in the Westbury, Warminst…
Rowan
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…
Peter
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…
Learning to Drive in Melksham
Melksham sits in the South West and is a small place to learn to drive. Lessons here tend to be local, with most pupils travelling a few miles to nearby test centres. You will find a limited number of instructors, so early booking helps. The town feels relaxed, and many learners practise both town streets and short out-of-town runs.
Nearest Test Centre: Trowbridge
The nearest DVSA test centre is Trowbridge, about 5.3 miles away, so most tests mean a short drive on the day. Trowbridge ran 401 tests in the 2024-2025 period and has an overall pass rate of 53.6% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male and female pass rates are recorded as 56.0% and 51.9% respectively (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Expect routine town and suburban routes on the practical test, and plan travel time for parking and arrival.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Trowbridge sits above the national average, with a 53.6% pass rate compared with 47.3% nationally (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates at Trowbridge have a 56.0% pass rate and female candidates 51.9% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby Chippenham shows a 51.8% pass rate, while Bristol (Kingswood) is lower at 45.6% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). That spread means your local test centre performs better than many larger centres in the region.
Local Driving Tips
Spend time on manoeuvres and observation in the town centre, as much of the local driving is on residential streets and short built-up roads. Practise roundabouts and junction decisions, then move to longer runs to build speed control and anticipation. Book a few lessons that include the drive to the Trowbridge centre so you know the route and parking options on test day. Work on independent driving, as exam routes often include stretches where you must follow signs or a sat-nav. Keep lessons regular, because fewer instructors means slower availability if you miss sessions.
Choosing an Instructor in Melksham
There are three instructors in the Melksham area, so choice is limited and demand can push up waiting times. Look for an instructor who offers mock tests at Trowbridge and who can show recent pupil pass outcomes. Check availability for regular lesson slots and whether they offer block-book discounts or pass-plus options. Ask about dual-control car make and test-day procedures to make sure you feel comfortable on the day.
Lesson Costs in Melksham
Local lesson pricing varies by instructor experience, car type and whether lessons include travel to the test centre. Expect prices to change for intensive courses or last-minute bookings. Compare what is included in each hourly rate to get the best value.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional driving licence and then book a theory test when you feel ready to study the rules of the road. Take regular lessons with a qualified instructor and do supervised practice where possible between lessons. Book your practical test at Trowbridge once your instructor and you agree you are ready, and use mock tests to sharpen up before the real thing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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