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Some instructors covering Selly Oak
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Sunny
Sunny is a friendly, patient driving instructor based in Tipton. He's been teaching for years and has helped over a thousand students pass their test…
Debbie
Debbie Blagg is a very experienced driving instructor in Solihull and has run Debi B's Driving School since 1999. She's friendly, patient and underst…
Mark
Mark Evans runs iPass Driving School and is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) with over thirteen years' experience. He teaches acro…
Saif
Saif Kabir runs Saif Driving School, a friendly local driving school that's been awarded Best Local Driving School in Sandwell four years running. He…
Jason
Jason M Thorne is a fully qualified and DSA registered driving instructor based in Solihull. He's been teaching for years and offers a calm, clear ap…
Debz
Debbie is a calm, patient driving instructor based in Brierley Hill. She gets to know what you want from your lessons and goes at a pace that suits y…
Mike
Hi, I'm Mike Hurry. I've been a driving instructor for over 20 years, and I'm a Grade A ADI with a 100% pass rate. I teach in a modern dual-control c…
Ansar
Ansar is a friendly, experienced driving instructor based in Birmingham. He's been teaching for almost 20 years, helping people of all abilities star…
James
James Verschoyle is a fully qualified DVSA Approved Driving Instructor based in Sandwell. He's got the most up-to-date BTEC4 professional qualificati…
Tim
Tim Pidler is a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor running his own independent LDC driving school in Solihull. He's been speciall…
Jon
Jon Matthews is a friendly, down-to-earth driving instructor based in Solihull. He's a fully qualified Government Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) w…
Nick
Nick Edkins is a friendly driving instructor based in Hockley Heath, covering most of the Solihull district. He's been teaching people to drive for o…
Learning to Drive in Selly Oak
Learning to drive in Selly Oak means dealing with busy student streets and a steady flow of A-road traffic along Bristol Road (A38). You will find a mix of narrow residential roads and faster dual carriageway sections close by. Lessons often include junction practice around Pershore Road and approaches to Selly Oak station. Local lessons can be quick to reach from nearby suburbs.
Nearest Test Centre: Birmingham (Cocks Moors Woods)
The nearest DVSA centre is Birmingham (Cocks Moors Woods), about 2.5 miles from Selly Oak. Expect test routes that use a mix of residential streets and the A38, with around 2,105 tests held there per year. The pass rate at this centre is 38.5%. Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Pass rates at Birmingham (Cocks Moors Woods) sit below the national average of 47.3%. The centre pass rate is 38.5%. Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Male and female splits show 42% for men and 35.2% for women at this centre. Data source: DVSA (2024-2025). Nearby centres show variation, for example Shirley at 43.6% and Kings Heath at 30.1%. Data source: DVSA (2024-2025).
Local Driving Tips
Get comfortable driving on Bristol Road (A38), it will appear on many lesson routes and tests. Watch for frequent buses and cyclists near Selly Oak station and along Station Road. Practice roundabout work and lane discipline around Selly Oak Triangle and the Pershore Road junction. Try lessons at quieter times to build confidence before tackling peak-hour traffic. Work on hill starts for some local side roads which have steeper sections.
Choosing an Instructor in Selly Oak
There are 14 instructors listed in Selly Oak, so shop around to find an instructor you get on with. Ask whether they cover the A38 test routes and local junctions like Pershore Road and Selly Oak Triangle. Expect to pay around the local average of 35 pounds per hour, but cheaper or higher rates can reflect experience and car type. Check availability for lesson times that suit your work or study schedule.
Lesson Costs in Selly Oak
Average single lesson cost in Selly Oak is about 35 pounds an hour according to local listings. Prices vary with instructor experience, time of day, and whether you choose intensive block bookings or pay-as-you-go.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional licence online before you book lessons or theory tests. Book and pass your theory test, then start practical lessons with a local instructor who knows the Cocks Moors Woods test routes. When your instructor and you agree you are ready, book a practical test at Birmingham (Cocks Moors Woods) or one of the nearby centres. After passing the practical test you can exchange your provisional licence for a full driving licence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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