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Some instructors covering Pudsey
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Asad
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…
Darren
Darren Wilkinson has been teaching driving in Halifax for 26 years, with a 90% first-time pass rate that puts him in the top 5% of instructors nation…
Antony
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…
Phil
Phil Robinson has been helping learners in Bradford and Queensbury for years, with over 30 years of experience in the transport industry. He's a DVSA…
Scott
Scott Henderson has been an Approved Driving Instructor since 2012, and he's helped countless learners in Scotland pass their test. He's known for hi…
Richard
Richard Burnhill runs Gomersal Driving School and teaches learner drivers across Gomersal and nearby West Yorkshire towns. He knows the local test ro…
Meena
Meena runs Meena's School of Motoring in Leeds, offering both manual and automatic driving lessons. She's got a solid track record, with plenty of le…
Tony
Tony Jenkinson is a friendly, fully qualified driving instructor based in Leeds. He runs his own independent LDC driving school and has been speciall…
Janice
Janice Fox is a friendly, local driving instructor who's been teaching for over 16 years. She's a fully qualified Grade A Approved Driving Instructor…
Hassan
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…
Mick
Mick Freedman is a friendly, down-to-earth driving instructor based in Dewsbury. He's a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) …
Craig
Craig Rushworth is a friendly driving instructor based in Halifax and Huddersfield, working under the LDC driving school franchise. He's licensed by …
Learning to Drive in Pudsey
Pudsey sits between Leeds and Bradford and feels like a busy market town with a suburban edge. Roads here move quickly at peak times, and many learners commute into the city for work or lessons. You will find local landmarks like New Pudsey railway station and Bradford Road (A647) that markers your learning routes. It is compact enough for regular short lessons and varied enough to practice town and dual carriageway driving.
Nearest Test Centre: Bradford (Thornbury)
Bradford (Thornbury) is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 1.7 miles from central Pudsey. It runs around 2,284 tests a year so expect a steady stream of bookings and a busy test-day atmosphere (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). The practical routes often use Bradford Road (A647) and parts of the Leeds ring road (A6120), so practise those before your test. Allow time for parking and local traffic when you arrive.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Pass rates at Bradford (Thornbury) are lower than the national average, at 28.9% compared with 47.3% nationally (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Male candidates at Thornbury pass at 33.8% while female candidates pass at 24.7% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Nearby centres show higher rates, with Bradford at 36.9% and Horsforth at 34.9% (Data source: DVSA, 2024-2025). Those differences can affect where you choose to book a test if travel is practical.
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons on Bradford Road (A647) to get used to faster traffic and short dual carriageway stretches. Spend one or two sessions on the Leeds ring road (A6120) to practice lane discipline and roundabout navigation. Town centre driving around New Pudsey station and Pudsey market teaches you lane changes and parking in tight spaces. Watch for school runs and busy shopping periods, they tighten traffic and increase pedestrian activity. Practice pulling up safely near bus stops and watch for bus lanes on main roads.
Choosing an Instructor in Pudsey
There are about 12 local instructors in Pudsey, so shop around for availability that fits your schedule. Ask any instructor if they regularly take learners to Bradford (Thornbury) for mock tests and local route practice. Expect prices near the local average of £31 per hour and ask whether block-booking discounts apply. Make sure the instructor is clear about vehicle type, lesson length and cancellation policies.
Lesson Costs in Pudsey
Average lesson cost in Pudsey is around £31 per hour, which matches local rates. Prices vary by instructor experience, vehicle type and whether you book single lessons or block packages.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional licence first and then start lessons as soon as you are ready. Book and pass your theory test, then arrange regular practical lessons aimed at the Bradford (Thornbury) routes if you plan to test there. When your instructor and you feel ready, book a practical test at Thornbury or at a nearby centre such as Bradford or Horsforth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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