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12
Avg Price
£39/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Warrington (4 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
50.6%
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There are 12 driving instructors in Newton Le Willows. Prices range from £36.00 to £40.00 per hour. The average rating is 4.6 stars from 17 reviews.

12
Instructors
£39/hr
Avg Price
4.6 / 5
17 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
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Kerry Heald
4.5 mi

Kerry

Warrington
5.0
3 reviews
Manual & Auto 120 min Evenings + Weekends
Volkswagen T-Roc R Line 2.0 TDI

Kerry runs Kerry's Driver Training, a professional driving school based in Warrington. She's a former university graduate and corporate training offi…

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£40 /hour
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Graham Jones
4.5 mi

Graham

Warrington
4.7
7 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Graham Jones is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) based in Warrington, with a strong background in public service and tr…

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£40 /hour
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Deborah Ford
9.1 mi

Deborah

Bolton
4.7
6 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Deborah Ford has been running her driving school in Bolton since 2006. She's fully qualified and DVSA approved, with extensive experience helping lea…

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4.6 mi

Steve

St. Helens
4.0
1 review
Manual 60 min
Renault Capture

Steve Wynn is a driving instructor in St Helens with a really interesting background. He spent years in the fire service before retiring and moving i…

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Dave Blackhall
1.4 mi

Dave

Newton le Willows
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Renault Clio

Dave Blackhall is a fully qualified Driving Standards Agency Approved Driving Instructor (DSA, ADI). He gives professional, patient tuition to learne…

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Matt
4.5 mi

Matt

Warrington
Manual 60 min

Matt has been a driving instructor in Warrington for over twelve years and really knows how to put learners at ease. He gets that learning to drive c…

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TG
4.5 mi

Tom

Warrington
Manual 60 min

Hi, I'm Tom Grainger. I run Tom Grainger School of Motoring, offering driving lessons in and around Warrington. I'm here to help you get your licence…

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David Wright
4.5 mi

David

Warrington
Manual 60 min

Hi, I'm David Wright. I run Wrightway2Drive, a driving school in Warrington. I've been teaching people to drive here for a good while now, and I real…

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£36 /hour
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Nicola Boyle
6.3 mi

Nicola

Wigan
Automatic 60 min
Citroen C3

Nicola Boyle runs Beltin Start School of Motoring in Wigan. She's a fully qualified ADI who's been teaching for a while and really enjoys it. Nicola …

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GH
7.2 mi

Gary

Westhoughton
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Peugeot 208

Gary Hart is a professional driving instructor based in Westhoughton, Bolton. He's a former police advanced driver, which means he's got a really sol…

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£40 /hour
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Claire Farrimond
7.6 mi

Claire

Atherton
Manual 60 min

Claire Farrimond is a driving instructor based in Atherton, offering lessons across a wide area including Abram, Astley, Daisy Hill, Golborne, Hindle…

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Simon Rhodes
7.8 mi

Simon

Westhoughton
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Simon Rhodes is a Grade A, fully qualified driving instructor and has been running Si Rhodes Driver Training since 2008. He is based in Westhoughton …

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Learning to Drive in Newton Le Willows

Learning to drive in Newton Le Willows feels practical and straightforward. The town has a small instructor pool, so lessons often book up at peak times. You're close to Warrington and Wigan, so test routes include a mix of town centres and faster A-road sections. Lessons here suit learners who want varied driving conditions within a short commute.

Nearest Test Centre: Warrington

Warrington is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 4 miles away, so you can practise the route before your test. Expect around 263 tests a year at that centre, which keeps test slots reasonably regular. The Warrington centre has a pass rate of 50.6% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025), so outcomes there are a little above the national figure. Booking tends to be busiest on weekdays, so plan early.

50.6%
Overall Pass Rate
51.8%
Male Pass Rate
49.7%
Female Pass Rate
4 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Warrington's pass rate is 50.6% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025), compared with the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Male candidates at Warrington pass at 51.8% while female candidates pass at 49.7% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby Wigan records a 47.9% pass rate and Atherton (Manchester) 49.7%, which shows small local variation (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). These figures suggest tests around here are roughly in line with national patterns.

Local Driving Tips

Expect short journeys to the nearest test centre, so practise leaving at the same time as your test to allow for traffic. Local roads can shift between quiet residential streets and busier commuter routes within a few miles, so build both slow-speed control and higher-speed lane discipline into lessons. Work on junction observation and gap selection, since many test routes include minor road turnings. Plan some lessons that simulate test timing and route length so you know your pacing.

Choosing an Instructor in Newton Le Willows

There are six local instructors listed, so check availability early and compare lessons rather than just price. Look for an instructor who offers mock tests on the exact route to Warrington and who can provide recent pass feedback. Expect to pay around £40 for a lesson on average, and ask about any block-booking discounts. Confirm insurance and ADI qualification before booking.

Lesson Costs in Newton Le Willows

Average lesson cost in the area is £40. Prices vary with instructor experience, lesson length and whether you buy blocks of lessons or single hours. Expect to pay more for weekend or late evening slots.

Getting Started

Start by getting your provisional licence, then book regular lessons with a local instructor and study the theory test. When you and your instructor agree you are ready, book a practical test at Warrington, about 4 miles away, so you can rehearse the exact route. Use mock tests and regular feedback to hone weak areas before the real test.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

There are six instructors listed in Newton Le Willows.
Average lesson cost in Newton Le Willows is £40.
Most learners use Warrington test centre, which is about 4 miles away.
Warrington test centre has a pass rate of 50.6% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
At Warrington, male candidates pass at 51.8% and female candidates at 49.7% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Time to pass varies with how often you take lessons and how quickly you learn.
Yes, Wigan and Atherton (Manchester) are nearby at about 6.4 and 7.2 miles respectively.
Practising the exact route to Warrington can help with confidence and timing on test day.
Ask about their ADI status, lesson structure, experience with the Warrington test routes and mock test availability.
Warrington runs around 263 tests a year, so slots are reasonably available but can fill up, especially on weekdays.
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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