Driving Instructors in Outwood

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Instructors
9
Avg Price
£32/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Wakefield (2.8 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
46.3%
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There are 9 driving instructors in Outwood. The average price is £32 per hour. The average rating is 4.7 stars from 80 reviews.

9
Instructors
£32/hr
Avg Price
4.7 / 5
80 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Outwood 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 Outwood 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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Best Driving Instructors in Outwood

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Asad
7 mi

Asad

Leeds
5.0
30 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Asad is a DSA-approved driving instructor and the lead tutor at Skyline Driving School, a multi-award-winning school based in Leeds. He keeps lessons…

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Antony Bedford
6.2 mi

Antony Bedford

Leeds
5.0
3 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Antony Bedford is the founder of AB Driving School and a Grade 6 Approved Driving Instructor (ADI). He set the school up in 2000 and has been teachin…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Motorway Pass Plus
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Annie
6.2 mi

Annie

Leeds
5.0
3 reviews
Automatic 60 min Weekends

Annie has been teaching people to drive since 2000, when she set up Automatic Annie Driving School. She is a Grade A qualified female instructor and …

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Matt
9 mi

Matt

Pontefract
4.8
5 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Mini

Matt Lee is an experienced Grade A driving instructor based in Pontefract who keeps things friendly, calm and clear. He has years of solid experience…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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J
6.2 mi

John

Leeds
4.7
30 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

John is a friendly, professional driving instructor at JM Driving School in Leeds. He has years of experience and has helped loads of learners pass t…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Martin McCormick
2.2 mi

Martin McCormick

Wakefield
3.7
9 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Martin McCormick is the owner and lead instructor at McCormicks School of Motoring. He has over 23 years of experience teaching learners in the Wakef…

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Hassan Daji
5.4 mi

Hassan Daji

Batley
Automatic 60 min

Hassan Daji is a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor and has been teaching people to drive since 2007. He teaches automatic only and has over 15 years o…

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Richard Burnhill
7.5 mi

Richard Burnhill

Gomersal
Manual & Auto 60 min

Richard Burnhill runs Gomersal Driving School and teaches learner drivers across Gomersal and nearby West Yorkshire towns. He knows the local test ro…

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Neil Wilkinson
8 mi

Neil Wilkinson

Mirfield
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Hyundai i20 GDi

Neil Wilkinson is a fully qualified driving instructor who enjoys helping people from all backgrounds learn to drive. He gives driving lessons in Mir…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Learning to Drive in Outwood

Learning to drive in Outwood feels practical and local. Lessons often run along Wakefield Road and the A642, so you get a mix of suburban streets and faster A-road driving. Most learners here travel into Wakefield or Leeds for longer lessons and test practice. There are nine local instructors, so private tuition is available without long travel.

Nearest Test Centre: Wakefield

The nearest DVSA test centre is Wakefield, about 2.8 miles from Outwood. Expect a mix of town and A-road routes on the test and around 655 tests a year at this centre. Wakefield currently has a pass rate of 46.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Book early if you need a specific date or time slot.

46.3%
Overall Pass Rate
48.3%
Male Pass Rate
44.3%
Female Pass Rate
2.8 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Wakefield test centre shows a pass rate of 46.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025), slightly below the national average of 47.3%. Male candidates pass at 48.3% while female candidates pass at 44.3% at Wakefield (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby Featherstone posts 46.8% and Leeds (Colton Mill) records 30.6% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). These figures show local variation, so consider test centre choice when booking.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quieter residential streets off Wakefield Road before moving to the A642 for A-road practice. Rush hour traffic into Wakefield and Leeds can be heavy, so practise merging and lane discipline on short journeys. Work on roundabout technique around common junctions and practise right turns from narrow side roads. Pay attention to speed changes when joining the M1 approaches and practise hill starts on slight inclines near local bridges.

Choosing an Instructor in Outwood

Look for an instructor who knows Wakefield test routes and local A-road junctions, not just urban streets. With nine instructors in Outwood, ask for recent pupil pass stories and specific route practice. Expect average lesson rates around 32 per hour. Check availability for evenings and longer sessions if you need motorway-style tuition.

Lesson Costs in Outwood

Local lessons average 32 per hour. Price varies with instructor experience, car type, and whether you book block lesson packages.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence online or by post, then book the theory test once you feel ready. Start lessons with a local instructor to build road confidence on Wakefield Road and the A642. When you pass your theory test and your instructor agrees you are ready, book the practical test at Wakefield or a nearby centre.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Wakefield test centre is about 2.8 miles from Outwood and runs roughly 655 tests a year, so slots can fill on popular dates.
Wakefield has a pass rate of 46.3%, compared with the national average of 47.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
There are nine instructors in Outwood and the local average lesson price is 32 per hour.
Leeds (Colton Mill) shows a pass rate of 30.6% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Yes, male candidates at Wakefield pass at 48.3% and female candidates at 44.3% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Featherstone and Leeds (Colton Mill) are the next closest centres, at about 6.5 and 6.1 miles away respectively.
Lesson counts vary by individual ability and practice.
Many of the nine local instructors offer evening and weekend lessons to fit work and study schedules.
Yes, practising on the A642 is useful because Wakefield tests commonly include A-road driving.
Get your provisional licence, pass the theory test, take lessons with a local instructor, and then book the practical test at Wakefield or another nearby centre.
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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