Driving Instructors in Roby

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Instructors
7
Avg Price
£40/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Norris Green (Liverpool) (4 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
45.3%
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There are 7 driving instructors in Roby. The average price is £40 per hour. The average rating is 4.7 stars from 25 reviews.

7
Instructors
£40/hr
Avg Price
4.7 / 5
25 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Roby 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 Roby 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 Roby

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Derek Gillespie
5.8 mi

Derek Gillespie

Liverpool
5.0
22 reviews
Automatic 60 min Weekends
Cupra Born

Derek Gillespie is an Approved Driving Instructor with over 22 years of experience helping people learn to drive. He is a member of the Driving Instr…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Ian
9.6 mi

Ian

Wirral
5.0
2 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Ian is a fully qualified, highly experienced Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) with AFB Driving School in the Wirral. He has a strong record of first…

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5.6 mi

Steve Wynn

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 Walmsley
5.8 mi

Dave Walmsley

Liverpool
Automatic 60 min Evenings + Weekends
Renault Captur Dynamique

Dave Walmsley is an A grade driving instructor with over 18 years of teaching experience in Liverpool and Merseyside. He keeps things relaxed and fri…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Kevin Brock
9.5 mi

Kevin Brock

Ellesmere Port
Manual & Auto 60 min

Kevin Brock is a fully qualified driving instructor who helps learners become safe, confident drivers across Ellesmere Port, Chester and Wirral. He f…

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Dave Blackhall
9.5 mi

Dave Blackhall

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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9.6 mi

Wendy

Wirral
Automatic 50 min Evenings + Weekends

Wendy is a friendly, very experienced driving instructor with 26 years of teaching behind her. She runs the small family-run Eastway Driving School o…

Refresher Motorway Pass Plus
£40 /hour
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Learning to Drive in Roby

Roby sits just east of Liverpool in the North West and has a suburban, commuter feel. Lessons here mix quiet residential streets with short runs into busier Liverpool suburbs. You will find a small pool of local instructors, so many learners travel a few miles for tests or extra practice. Life here is practical and straightforward, with most driving routes heading towards Norris Green or St Helens.

Nearest Test Centre: Norris Green (Liverpool)

Liverpool (Norris Green) is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 4 miles from Roby. Expect a busy test centre that handles over 12,800 tests a year, so waits can be typical during peak times. The centre's pass rate is 46.2%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025, so prepare for standard urban test routes. Many learners from Roby choose this centre because of its proximity.

45.3%
Overall Pass Rate
47.0%
Male Pass Rate
43.6%
Female Pass Rate
4 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Liverpool (Norris Green) has a pass rate of 46.2%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025, slightly below the national average of 47.3%. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates at Norris Green pass at 47.4% and female candidates at 45%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. St Helens, another nearby centre, shows a higher pass rate of 52%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025, so you may prefer to consider alternate centres if availability allows.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on Roby's quieter residential streets to build control before moving onto busier approaches to Liverpool and Norris Green. Practice junctions and roundabout entries where traffic merges, since exam routes often use those junctions near the test centre. Try mock tests that mimick routes towards St Helens if you plan to test there, as traffic patterns differ. Expect commuter peaks into Liverpool, so plan lesson times outside rush-hour to get uninterrupted practice. Use local side streets for reversing and bay parking before tackling main roads.

Choosing an Instructor in Roby

There are seven local instructors listed for Roby, so expect a small but steady choice. Look for an instructor who knows Liverpool (Norris Green) test routes and nearby St Helens, and who offers mock tests. Check lesson availability, pass record and reviews rather than just price. With seven instructors, popular teachers can book up, so expect to schedule ahead.

Lesson Costs in Roby

Average lesson prices around Roby are about 40 per hour based on local data. Prices vary with instructor experience, lesson length and whether you book block packages or single hours.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence then start lessons with a local instructor to build your driving hours. When you and your instructor agree you are ready book your theory and practical tests, usually at Liverpool (Norris Green) which is 4 miles away. Keep lessons regular and include a few mock tests on the actual test centre routes to reduce surprises on test day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Roby has seven local instructors listed.
The average lesson price in Roby is 40 per hour.
The nearest DVSA test centre is Liverpool (Norris Green), about 4 miles from Roby.
Liverpool (Norris Green) has a pass rate of 46.2%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Yes, male candidates at Liverpool (Norris Green) pass at 47.4% and female candidates at 45%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
St Helens, listed as a nearby centre, has a pass rate of 52%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025, which is higher than Liverpool (Norris Green).
Learning time varies with how often you take lessons and how quickly you pick up skills.
Liverpool (Norris Green) handles over 12,800 tests a year, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025, so it is a fairly busy centre.
With seven instructors in Roby you have options, but popular instructors often have full schedules.
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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