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Some instructors covering Probus
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Richard
Hi, I'm Richard Boyle. I've been teaching people to drive around North Cornwall for over 15 years now, since I qualified back in June 2005. I started…
Chris
Chris Averiss has been helping learners pass their driving tests for over 23 years. Based in Cornwall, he's got a real knack for making people feel a…
Keith
Keith Tyack is a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor based in Truro, Cornwall. He's newly qualified as of March 2024, which means he's got the latest tr…
Nigel
Hi, I'm Nigel Rowe. I've been a driving instructor for 30 years, and I run ABC School of Motoring in the Truro area. I'm based in Truro and also cove…
Alistair
Alistair Whitehead is a very experienced Approved Driving Instructor with 26 years of teaching people to drive in Cornwall. DVSA recognised and well …
Colin
Colin Friend runs his driving school from Lanjeth near St Austell in Cornwall. He's a fully qualified DVSA approved instructor who specialises in aut…
Chris
Hi, I'm Chris Legg. I've been a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor since 2002, originally training with BSM and going independent in 2006. I…
Learning to Drive in Probus
Learning to drive around Probus means practising on quiet village streets and short stretches of A-road. You will get used to narrow lanes and frequent farm vehicles. The area has only two approved instructors, so lessons are booked in small numbers. Expect a relaxed village feel with a few busier routes when you head towards Truro or St Austell.
Nearest Test Centre: Camborne
Camborne test centre sits about 15.3 miles from Probus and serves most local learners. You can expect a mix of town and A-road test routes, with around 4,247 tests taken there each year. The centre's pass rate is 49.4%, slightly above the national average, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Travel time will depend on traffic at Chiverton Cross and the A390 junctions en route.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Camborne's pass rate is 49.4% compared with the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Male candidates at Camborne pass at 51.6% while female candidates pass at 47.6%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Nearby Bodmin reports 51.9% and Penzance 49.8%, which suggests pass rates in this part of the South West sit at or above the national average, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons on quiet village streets to build confidence before moving onto the busier A390. Watch for tractors and agricultural vehicles on narrow lanes, especially outside harvest time. Prepare for roundabouts and junctions near Chiverton Cross and the A30 if you travel further afield. Practice hill starts and clutch control on short climbs out of the village. Expect limited parking space in the village centre, so practise pulling into and reversing out of tight bays.
Choosing an Instructor in Probus
With only two instructors locally, check availability and how far they travel to pick you up. Look for an instructor with good local knowledge of routes to Camborne and experience with rural roads. Ask about pass rates and recent student feedback before you commit. Expect to pay a premium if your instructor needs to travel further to reach Probus.
Lesson Costs in Probus
There is no local average price listed, so hourly rates will vary between instructors. Expect costs to reflect travel time, vehicle condition and instructor experience. Block bookings often reduce the per-lesson cost if you plan regular sessions.
Getting Started
Apply for a provisional licence online or by post before booking lessons. Book your theory test once you know the rules and can identify risks on the road. Arrange lessons with a local instructor and practise on village streets, then on the A390 before booking a practical test at Camborne. When you and your instructor agree you're ready, book the practical test at the Camborne centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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