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Ismail
Issy is a friendly, down-to-earth driving instructor based in Warwick and Leamington Spa. He's been teaching for a while and his students really rate…
Tim
Tim Walsh is a friendly and patient driving instructor based in Warwick. He's got many years of professional driving experience and teaches everyone …
Rebecca
Hi, I'm Rebecca King. I've been an Approved Driving Instructor since 2018, teaching people to drive around Stratford-upon-Avon and the surrounding ar…
Zahir
Hi, I'm Zahir. I'm an approved driving instructor based in Coventry, and I've been teaching people to drive automatic cars here for a good few years …
Phill
Phill Godridge is a driving instructor who's been running his own independent driving school in Coventry for over 25 years, since 1997. He's personal…
Ruben
Over 15 years in the business, Ruben's seen his pass rate climb steadily month on month. Based in Coventry, he's a fully qualified, government-approv…
Dean
Dean runs DLB Driving School, offering lessons in Leamington Spa and the surrounding areas. He's a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor with e…
Scott
Scott Gibbins runs Big Cat Driving School in Stratford-upon-Avon, offering automatic driving lessons. He's a friendly, patient instructor who focuses…
Steve
Steve Harrodine runs ASH School of Motoring, a small independent driving school that's been going since 1988. He's based in Stratford-upon-Avon and t…
Darren
Darren Kerr is a driving instructor based in Coventry, with over twenty years of experience as a fully qualified ADI. He's got a Grade A rating from …
Renee
Hi, I'm Renee Wood. I'm a fully qualified female Approved Driving Instructor running my own independent LDC driving school in Coventry. I've been spe…
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 Warwickshire
Learning to drive in Warwickshire mixes quiet country lanes with busy A-roads. You will find historic towns such as Warwick and Leamington Spa close by, and driving here teaches you both slow-town control and faster dual carriageway skills. Traffic can change quickly near the M40 and A46, so you get a wide range of practice. Lessons suit learners who want varied road types without long trips to a city centre.
Nearest Test Centre: Warwick (Wedgenock House)
Warwick (Wedgenock House) is the nearest DVSA centre, about 1 mile from central Warwick. Expect a standard test route that moves from the town centre out to nearby A-roads and quieter lanes, with around 8,771 tests held there in 2024-2025. The centre's pass rate is 50.1%, which is above the national average. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Warwick's pass rate sits at 50.1%, higher than the national average of 47.3%, which suggests test candidates here do slightly better. Male candidates at Warwick pass at about 55% and female candidates at 45.7%, showing a noticeable difference by gender. Nearby centres show variation, with Birmingham (Shirley) at 43.6% and Nuneaton at 48.5%, so test location can affect outcomes. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons in town to master narrow streets and parking near Warwick Castle and the riverfront. Move on to the A46 and A425 for practice on faster roads and safe junction decisions. Try a few sessions on stretches around Leamington Spa to get used to roundabouts and shopping-area traffic. Rural lanes bring blind bends and farm vehicles, so slow down and use the horn sparingly on tight bends. Practice joining and leaving dual carriageways safely, especially where local A-roads meet the M40. Keep lessons in different weather so you cope with wet surfaces and reduced grip.
Choosing an Instructor in Warwickshire
With only four instructors listed locally, expect limited availability so book early. Look for an instructor who knows Warwick and Leamington Spa routes and who offers both town and dual carriageway practice. Ask about pass rates and whether they include mock tests on local routes. Hourly rates often match the local average, but check what is included before you commit.
Lesson Costs in Warwickshire
Local lessons average around £39 per hour, which reflects the area rate. Costs vary with instructor experience, travel to you, and whether you need motorway coaching or intensive courses.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional licence online or at a Post Office before booking lessons. Book and pass your theory test, then arrange lessons and a practical test at Warwick (Wedgenock House) when you are ready. Learning time varies between drivers, so schedule lessons and mock tests with your instructor to track progress.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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