Driving Lessons
Build confidence and become a safe, independent driver with professional manual or automatic driving lessons.
Learn at a pace that suits your confidence and experience
Whether you are completely new to driving, returning after a break or preparing for your practical test, your instructor will adapt each lesson to your individual needs.
You will develop the skills needed to deal safely with junctions, roundabouts, manoeuvres, faster roads and independent driving.
Manual and automatic driving lessons
Availability varies by location, so check which instructors currently cover your postcode.
Manual driving lessons
Learn clutch control, gear selection and coordination while developing safe observation, planning and decision-making.
- Manual tuition vehicle
- One-to-one instruction
- Structured progress
- Manual licence flexibility
Automatic driving lessons
Learn without managing a clutch pedal or changing gears manually, allowing you to focus more fully on the road.
- No clutch pedal
- No manual gear changes
- One-to-one instruction
- Automatic test preparation
Unsure which option is best? Read our manual versus automatic guide .
What your driving lessons will cover
Lessons progress from the basic vehicle controls through to safe, confident and independent driving.
Vehicle controls
Learn how to use the steering, pedals, gears or selector, mirrors and safety controls.
Moving away and stopping
Develop safe observations, control and positioning when starting and stopping.
Junctions
Learn safe approach speeds, observations, positioning and timing at different junctions.
Roundabouts
Build confidence with lane choice, signals, observations and safe decision-making.
Meeting traffic
Learn how to judge space and deal safely with parked vehicles and narrow roads.
Manoeuvres
Practise bay parking, parallel parking, reversing and pulling up safely on the right.
Faster roads
Develop safe joining, overtaking, lane discipline and planning on suitable faster routes.
Independent driving
Learn to follow road signs and sat-nav directions while making safe decisions independently.
Why learn with Andrew’s Driving School?
Patient instructors
Lessons are adapted to your confidence, learning style and current level of experience.
Local road knowledge
Develop experience on the junctions, roundabouts and road types found around your local area.
Structured progress
Build your skills gradually with clear goals and regular feedback from your instructor.
Practical test preparation
Prepare for the practical test while developing the skills needed for safe driving beyond test day.
Clear manual and automatic lesson pricing
Manual lessons are available from £40 per hour, with a ten-hour manual package for £380. Automatic lesson packages are priced separately.
Driving lesson areas
We provide lessons across a growing network of towns and communities.
North Wales
Rhyl, Prestatyn, Abergele, Colwyn Bay, Llandudno, Bangor, Wrexham, Mold, Buckley and surrounding areas.
Anglesey
Selected coverage including Menai Bridge, Llangefni, Holyhead and nearby communities.
Shropshire
Manual driving lessons in selected parts of Telford and nearby locations.
South Yorkshire
Automatic driving lessons in selected parts of Barnsley and surrounding communities.
Intensive driving courses
Intensive courses combine lessons into a shorter timeframe. They can suit learners with previous experience or those who are able to commit to frequent tuition.
Course suitability depends on your current ability, local instructor availability and the amount of tuition you are likely to need.
Explore Intensive CoursesPrepare for your driving journey
Use our learner guides to understand the theory test, practical test and the steps towards gaining your licence.
Driving lesson FAQs
How much do driving lessons cost?
Manual driving lessons currently cost £40 per hour, or £380 for a ten-hour block. A ten-hour automatic package costs £430.
Do you offer manual and automatic lessons?
Yes, although availability varies by location. Some areas offer both manual and automatic tuition, while others currently offer one lesson type.
How long is a driving lesson?
Lesson duration depends on the instructor, location and agreed booking arrangements. Some instructors recommend longer lessons to allow more useful driving time.
How many driving lessons will I need?
The number of lessons varies according to your previous experience, confidence, frequency of practice and rate of progress.
Can I be collected from home, work or college?
Pickup arrangements depend on your instructor’s area and diary. Discuss your preferred pickup location when arranging lessons.
Will lessons include driving test routes?
Lessons may include roads near local test centres, but your training will focus on safe independent driving across a broad range of roads and traffic conditions.
Ready to book your driving lessons?
Tell us your postcode, preferred lesson type and previous experience so we can check local instructor availability.