Driving Instructors in Tadley

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Instructors
7
Avg Price
£40/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Greenham (6.8 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
48.2%
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There are 7 driving instructors in Tadley. Prices range from £38.00 to £42.00 per hour. The average rating is 4.1 stars from 64 reviews.

7
Instructors
£40/hr
Avg Price
4.1 / 5
64 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Tadley 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 Tadley 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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9.9 mi

Yasmin

Reading
5.0
30 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Yasmin is a patient and friendly driving instructor based in Reading, with over 10 years of experience helping learners gain confidence and independe…

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Sahad
9.9 mi

Sahad

Reading
5.0
14 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Sahad is a DVSA-approved driving instructor with over 10 years of experience, helping people become safe, confident drivers. He uses up-to-date teach…

Nervous Drivers Intensive Motorway
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Mike
9.9 mi

Mike

Reading
5.0
9 reviews
Manual 60 min
Ford Fiesta

Mike is a DVSA Grade A driving instructor based to the east of Reading, with many years of experience. He offers manual lessons in Woodley, Earley an…

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Ian Andrews
9.9 mi

Ian Andrews

Reading
3.0
1 review
Manual & Auto 60 min

Ian Andrews is a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) with the Driving Standards Agency. He focuses on safe driving for life and keeps l…

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Irfan
9.9 mi

Irfan

Reading
2.6
10 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Irfan is a calm, patient driving instructor who's great at building confidence. He knows everyone learns differently, so he adapts his lessons to sui…

Nervous Drivers Intensive
£42 /hour
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Mike
6.6 mi

Mike

Basingstoke
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Mike is a Grade A driving instructor and has been teaching in and around Basingstoke since 2006. In that time he's helped hundreds of learners pass t…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
£38 /hour
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Manjit Kaur
9.9 mi

Manjit Kaur

Reading
Manual & Auto 60 min

Manjit Kaur is an experienced, fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor with the Ladies School of Motoring in Reading, Berkshire. She has many yea…

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Learning to Drive in Tadley

Learning to drive in Tadley feels local and practical. Lessons here are mostly with small, independent instructors so you get one-to-one attention. You will practise on quiet village streets and on busier routes towards Basingstoke and Newbury. Expect compact lessons that focus on the hazards you will meet on test day.

Nearest Test Centre: Greenham

Greenham is the nearest DVSA test centre, about 6.8 miles from Tadley. Tests there run for both standard and extended manoeuvres, and you will travel along a mix of rural lanes and short dual carriageway stretches on the way. The Greenham pass rate is 48.2%, male 47.7% and female 48.8% for 2024-2025, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Around 4,924 tests were taken there in 2024-2025, so test dates can fill up at busy times.

48.2%
Overall Pass Rate
47.7%
Male Pass Rate
48.8%
Female Pass Rate
6.8 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Greenham posts a pass rate of 48.2% for 2024-2025, slightly above the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Female learners at Greenham have a pass rate of 48.8% and male learners 47.7% for the same period, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby Newbury (Hambridge Lane) shows a notably higher pass rate at 54.4%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Basingstoke sits close to the national average with a 47.8% pass rate, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on Tadley side streets to build control and confidence before moving onto busier routes. Expect narrow lanes and sharp driveways when you head for practice towards nearby villages. Roundabouts near larger junctions can be busy at peak times so practise lane selection and mirror checks. If you drive towards Newbury or Basingstoke, prepare for short bursts of higher speed and merge traffic. Always allow extra time for reaching Greenham on test day because parking and approach roads can be busier than you expect.

Choosing an Instructor in Tadley

With seven instructors listed in Tadley, choice is limited so pick someone who fits your schedule and learning style. Look for an instructor who offers both short lessons and longer sessions for motorway or mock test practice. Check recent pass records and ask if they familiarise you with routes towards Greenham or Newbury. Expect lessons to be around £40 on average.

Lesson Costs in Tadley

Average lesson price in Tadley is about 35 to 45, with the provided average at 40. Prices vary by lesson length, time of day, and whether you book block packages or one-off sessions. Evening and weekend slots can sometimes cost more when demand is higher.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional licence online or by post, then book and pass your theory test before you can sit a practical. Start lessons with a local instructor who knows the roads towards Greenham and Newbury. Once your instructor thinks you are ready, book a practical test at Greenham or at another nearby centre such as Newbury.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

The nearest test centre is Greenham, about 6.8 miles from Tadley.
There are seven instructors listed in Tadley.
Average lessons in Tadley cost around 40.
Greenham's pass rate was 48.2% in 2024-2025, slightly above the national average of 47.3%, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Female learners at Greenham had a pass rate of 48.8% in 2024-2025, compared with 47.7% for male learners, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Greenham recorded 4,924 tests in 2024-2025, Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Both centres are within easy reach, with Greenham about 6.8 miles and Newbury (Hambridge Lane) about 8.7 miles from Tadley.
Learning time depends on your ability and lesson frequency, not location alone.
Availability varies by instructor, and with only seven in the area some slots may book up at peak times.
Most local instructors will prepare you for the drive to Greenham and other nearby centres like Newbury or Basingstoke.
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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