Driving Instructors in Wylde Green

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Instructors
9
Avg Price
£32/hr
Nearest Test Centre
Birmingham (Sutton Coldfield) (0.5 mi)
Test Centre Pass Rate
47.6%
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There are 9 driving instructors in Wylde Green. Prices range from £31.80 to £33.00 per hour. The average rating is 5 stars from 38 reviews.

9
Instructors
£32/hr
Avg Price
5 / 5
38 Reviews
DVSA
Approved ADIs
Welcome to our Wylde Green 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 Wylde Green 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.
Top Rated Instructors

Best Driving Instructors in Wylde Green

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Muhammad Shahnawaz
4.7 mi

Muhammad Shahnawaz

Birmingham
5.0
10 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min Weekends

Muhammad Shahnawaz is a DVSA-approved driving instructor in Birmingham and runs LetMeDrive's practical training. He focuses on intensive and semi-int…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive
£32 /hour
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Debbie Blagg
9.2 mi

Debbie Blagg

Solihull
5.0
10 reviews
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

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…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
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Aky
6.5 mi

Aky

Sandwell
5.0
2 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Aky is a fully qualified driving instructor with years of experience teaching learners in and around the Black Country. He offers both manual and aut…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Motorway
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Steve
1.3 mi

Steve

Sutton Coldfield
4.8
16 reviews
Manual & Auto 60 min

Steve is a calm, friendly driving instructor with 1st Choice Driving Academy. His learners often pass first time and quite a few have passed with zer…

Nervous Drivers Intensive Pass Plus
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Amirul
1.6 mi

Amirul

Birmingham
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Amirul is a DVSA-registered driving instructor with Think Safety Driving School in Birmingham. His pupils often mention his calm, patient teaching st…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive Motorway +1
£33 /hour
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R
5.6 mi

Rouf

Birmingham
Manual & Auto 60 min Evenings

Rouf runs RDS Driving School and has spent many years teaching learner drivers across the West Midlands. Based in Birmingham, he is known for offerin…

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Andy
7.4 mi

Andy

Chesterfield
Manual 60 min Evenings + Weekends

Andy has over 37 years of driving experience and offers professional manual driving lessons in Chesterfield and the surrounding areas. He's calm, pat…

Nervous Drivers Refresher
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Ian
7.4 mi

Ian

Chesterfield
Manual & Auto 60 min

Ian has been teaching people to drive for 25 years and works with New Whittington Driving School in Chesterfield. He has a very high pass rate, thank…

Nervous Drivers Refresher Intensive
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Lee Antony
8.8 mi

Lee Antony

Tipton
Manual & Auto 60 min

Lee Antony is a fully qualified driving instructor based in Tipton. He runs the Lee Antony Driving School, which has a lively Facebook page with 941 …

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Learning to Drive in Wylde Green

Learning to drive in Wylde Green mixes quiet residential streets with busy A-roads close to Sutton Coldfield. Lessons often cover short, technical junctions and faster stretches on Chester Road, so you practise a variety of scenarios. The area feels suburban and friendly, with a local station and shops that make lesson logistics easy. Many learners use the nearby Birmingham test centres for their practical exam.

Nearest Test Centre: Birmingham (Sutton Coldfield)

Birmingham (Sutton Coldfield) test centre sits about 0.5 miles from Wylde Green, a short drive or cycle along Station Road and Chester Road. Expect typical DVSA routines on test day, including eyesight checks and an independent driving section. Book early to get your preferred time, as this centre runs around 6,693 tests a year. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

47.6%
Overall Pass Rate
53.2%
Male Pass Rate
42.4%
Female Pass Rate
0.5 mi
Distance

Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)

Pass Rate Analysis

Birmingham (Sutton Coldfield) has a pass rate of 47.6%, very close to the national average of 47.3%. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Male candidates pass at 53.2% while female candidates pass at 42.4%, showing a noticeable gap. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025. Nearby centres like Birmingham (Wyndley) at 38.6% and Kingstanding at 40.7% sit lower than Sutton Coldfield. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

Local Driving Tips

Start lessons on quiet residential roads near Wylde Green station to build clutch and observation skills. Move on to Chester Road and the A452 junctions once you can control speed and gaps. Practise roundabout entries near Sutton Coldfield and lane discipline on short dual carriageway stretches. Expect busy school runs on local roads between 08:00 and 09:30 and again mid-afternoon, so schedule lessons accordingly.

Choosing an Instructor in Wylde Green

There are nine instructors listed around Wylde Green, so shop around for availability and teaching style. Look for an ADI badge and clear communication about pass rates and test preparation. Expect to pay around £32 per hour on average, though some instructors offer block-booking discounts. Choose someone who knows the Birmingham (Sutton Coldfield) test routes.

Lesson Costs in Wylde Green

Average lesson price in Wylde Green is £32 per hour. Data source: local listing. Prices change with instructor experience, car type, and whether you buy block sessions or intensive courses.

Getting Started

Apply for your provisional driving licence online before booking any lessons. Book and pass your theory test, then start lessons with an instructor who will guide you through manoeuvres and independent driving. When ready, book your practical at Birmingham (Sutton Coldfield) which is about 0.5 miles away. Data source: DVSA 2024-2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last reviewed: February 2026

Around £32 per hour is the average for Wylde Green lessons.
The nearest centre is Birmingham (Sutton Coldfield), about 0.5 miles from Wylde Green.
Birmingham (Sutton Coldfield) has a pass rate of 47.6%, marginally above the national average of 47.3%.
Most learners need between 40 and 50 hours of professional lessons plus 20 hours of private practice to reach test standard, though individual progress varies.
There are nine instructors around Wylde Green, so options exist but peak times fill up quickly.
Take most lessons locally in Wylde Green to master residential roads and nearby A-roads, then schedule a few sessions in central Birmingham if you need motorway or heavy urban practice.
Yes, Birmingham (Sutton Coldfield) is the closest centre at about 0.5 miles from Wylde Green, so it is the usual choice for local learners.
Birmingham (Sutton Coldfield) posts 47.6%, while nearby Wyndley is 38.6% and Kingstanding is 40.7%, so Sutton Coldfield performs better than those two.
Expect to budget for your theory test £23 and the practical test £62 on weekdays, plus lesson costs at about £32 per hour.
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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