Driving Instructors in Queensferry

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Instructors
9
Nearest Test Centre
Dunfermline (Vine) (5.8 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
50.5%
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This directory currently lists 9 driving instructor profiles covering Queensferry. The average rating is 5 stars from 21 reviews.

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Our Queensferry 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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James Senter
6.1 mi

James

Touch
5.0
3 reviews
Manual 60 min

James Senter is a calm, friendly driving instructor with a great record of getting learners through their test first time, even during the pandemic. …

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DM
7.6 mi

Davie

West Lothian
5.0
2 reviews
Manual 60 min

Davie Mckim is a friendly, experienced driving instructor based in West Lothian. He offers reliable, high-quality driving lessons to learners of all …

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Phil Willis
8.3 mi

Phil

Edinburgh
5.0
2 reviews
Manual 60 min

Hi, I'm Phil Willis. I've been a driving instructor in Edinburgh for over 25 years now, since I started my school back in 1994. I focus on giving you…

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Abid
8.3 mi

Abid

Edinburgh
5.0
1 review
Manual 60 min

Hi, I'm Abid. I've been an Approved Driving Instructor since 2014, teaching people to drive around Edinburgh. I'm based near the Currie Test Centre a…

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David
8.3 mi

David

Edinburgh
4.9
13 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

David is a Grade A Approved Driving Instructor who has been teaching learners from all sorts of backgrounds across Edinburgh for years. He is calm, p…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Stephen Smith
5.9 mi

Stephen

Dunfermline
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Stephen Smith is a friendly, independent driving instructor based in Dunfermline. He's an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) who's all about making le…

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Caroline Robertson
8.3 mi

Caroline

Edinburgh
Manual 60 min Weekends

Hi, I'm Caroline Robertson. I'm a fully qualified female Approved Driving Instructor running my own independent LDC driving school in Edinburgh. I've…

Intensive
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Dimitris Tsiokas Kitsiopoulos
8.3 mi

Dimitris

Edinburgh
Manual & Auto 60 min
Citroen

Hi, I'm Dimitris. I've been teaching people to drive around Edinburgh for a good while now, and I really enjoy helping learners get their confidence …

Refresher Intensive Motorway
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Katherine Hartley
8.3 mi

Katherine

Edinburgh
Manual 60 min
Mazda 2 SE L+

Katherine Hartley has been a fully qualified DVSA Approved Driving Instructor since 2006, based in Edinburgh. She's up to date with all the latest tr…

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Learning to Drive in Queensferry

Learning to drive in Queensferry mixes quiet residential streets with busy crossing routes over the Forth. You will often practice on the High Street, then move onto the A904 or the A90 for longer runs. The area suits learners who want experience with bridge crossings and commuter traffic. Lessons here give good exposure to both town and dual carriageway driving.

Nearest Test Centre: Dunfermline (Vine)

The nearest DVSA test centre is Dunfermline (Vine), about 5.8 miles from Queensferry by road. Expect a busy centre with roughly 2,160 tests a year, so book early to get your preferred date. Dunfermline (Vine) has a pass rate of 50.5% when reported for 2024-2025, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). You may also consider Edinburgh (Currie) or Livingston if dates are limited.

50.5%
Overall Pass Rate
51.9%
Male Pass Rate
49.3%
Female Pass Rate
5.8 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Dunfermline (Vine) posts a pass rate of 50.5%, which is above the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Male candidates at Dunfermline have a pass rate of 51.9% and female candidates 49.3%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Nearby Edinburgh (Currie) is lower at 45.3% and Livingston is 49.6%, Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). These local differences hint at small centre-to-centre variation rather than large regional gaps.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on Queensferry High Street to build confidence on narrow lanes and parked cars. Move on to the A90 and A904 for longer runs and practice merging and lane discipline. Spend time practising crossings of the Queensferry Crossing and the Forth Road Bridge, watch for gusty winds and hold steady. Avoid rush hour on the M90 approach if you are nervous about motorway joins. Work on roundabout technique at the main junctions near the A90, and practise parking in the small car parks by the waterfront.

Choosing an Instructor in Queensferry

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Getting Started

Apply for your provisional driving licence first, then book a theory test before too many lessons. Take regular lessons with a local instructor to gain experience on High Street, A904 and A90 routes, and prepare for hazard perception. When your instructor says you are ready, book your practical test at Dunfermline (Vine) or a nearby centre.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

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