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Stuart
Hi, I'm Stuart Field. I run Ahead of the Field, a family driving school in Yeovil. We've been teaching people to drive here for years, and we're real…
Pete
Hi, I'm Pete Giles. I've been an approved driving instructor (ADI) for a while now, and I run my driving school in Yeovil and the surrounding areas. …
Bryan
Bryan runs a well-established driving school in Yeovil and Sherborne. He's a DVSA certified driving instructor with a Fleet qualification, and he's b…
Alan
Alan is an experienced Approved Driving Instructor in Yeovil with 14 years of teaching behind him. He keeps lessons simple and clear, building your s…
Graham
Graham Northover is a DSA approved driving instructor based in Yeovil. He runs his own School of Motoring, offering lessons that are tailored to suit…
James
James Walker is a friendly, fully qualified ADI who runs his own LDC driving school in Yeovil. He's based in East Coker and covers a wide area includ…
Simon
Simon Hunter is a friendly, fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor based in Yeovil. He runs his own independent LDC driving school and has been …
Konrad
Hi, I'm Konrad Gurzynski. I'm a driving instructor based in Yeovil, working under the LDC driving school franchise. I've been specially trained by LD…
Magdy
Magdy is a friendly, fully qualified driving instructor who runs Magdys School of Motoring in Yeovil. He's been a professional driver since 1999 and …
Andy
Andy Owen has been helping learners pass their driving test for years, using the LD System he's specially trained in. Based in Sherborne, he covers a…
Learning to Drive in Yeovil
Yeovil mixes a compact town centre with busy trunk roads nearby. You get short residential streets and quick access to the A30 and A37, so lessons move from quiet roads to faster-paced junctions. Local character feels practical and no-nonsense, with visible signs of aircraft and engineering history around the town.
Nearest Test Centre: Yeovil
The nearest DVSA test centre is Yeovil, about 2.2 miles from the town centre. Expect typical test routes that use Reckleford and parts of the A30, with around 5,190 tests a year at this centre. Bring your provisional licence, theory pass certificate and a roadworthy car for the test.
Data source: DVSA (2024-2025)
Pass Rate Analysis
Yeovil test centre pass rate is 52.1% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025), higher than the national average of 47.3%. Male pass rate at Yeovil is 54.5% and female pass rate is 49.9% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025). Nearby centres show higher figures, for example Dorchester 60.8% and Taunton 57.2% (Data source: DVSA 2024-2025).
Local Driving Tips
Start lessons on quiet residential streets off Reckleford to get steering and observation right before tackling the A30 or A37 junctions. Watch for agricultural vehicles and narrow lanes when you head out to surrounding villages, especially after rain. Practice roundabout approach and lane discipline at West Hendford and the hospital junction. Work on lane positioning and safe gaps when joining the A30 eastbound.
Choosing an Instructor in Yeovil
There are only two instructors listed in Yeovil, so availability can be limited. Expect average hourly rates of about £38, and ask whether the instructor uses a dual-control car and offers mock tests. Check recent local reviews and ask for a plan showing how they'll prepare you for Yeovil test routes.
Lesson Costs in Yeovil
Average lesson price in Yeovil is around £38 per hour. Prices vary with instructor experience, car type and whether you book single lessons or blocks. Expect occasional price differences for evenings or intensive courses.
Getting Started
Apply for your provisional driving licence online and get an eyesight check before any lesson. Book and pass your theory test, then arrange lessons with a Yeovil instructor and take a few mock tests. When ready, book your practical at Yeovil test centre and bring your provisional, theory pass and a suitable car.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last reviewed: February 2026
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