Taking driving lessons is one of the most important steps you'll take in your life. The freedom that driving gives you can literally change your life forever.
View Our PricesYou need to be at least 17 or 16 if you get the enhanced rate of mobility component of personal independence payment (PIP)
You will need a provisional driving licence which can be applied for at the post office or online
https://www.gov.uk/apply-first-provisional-driving-licence (opens in new window)
The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) recommend 44 hours of professional lessons to pass a driving test, everyone learns at their own pace so this is only an average figure.
Your lessons can be one, one and a half or two hours long depending on your availability and your driving instructors.
Automatic vehicles are easier to learn in and if you have a disability or limited mobility they will probably be the best choice for you. However if you pass your driving test in an automatic vehicle your licence will only allow you to drive an automatic, if you pass your driving test in a manual vehicle you are legally allowed to drive manual and automatic.
No you can start your driving lessons before passing your theory test, all of our pupils have free access to the app "Theory Test Pro" to help you practice for the theory exam.
You can pay through our website or if you prefer you can pay your instructor direct by cash or bank transfer.
1st Driving School is the Midlands leading and most professional driving school.
5 star reviews on Yell.com and many other review sites
We only have fully qualified driving instructors who are patient & friendly
To register for the free “Theory Test Pro” app
http://1stdrivingschool.theorytestpro.co.uk
“I had Julian as my automatic instructor and I cannot praise him enough. He is a nice bloke but he listens to you and makes sure you are ready for your test. Today I passed because of him, so thank you very much Julian and have a lovely Christmas.”
“What a bloke - Stuart Nelson. I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor, a proper good laugh and knows how to get things done. Prices are fair and will even run over to get stuff done, your not going to find that anywhere else. Got through my lessons fast and confidently. He will ensure you are getting everything you need to know done properly and quickly and will never raise his voice or shout, he is an amazing driver himself. I would recommend anyone to choose Stuart!”
“Andy was my driving instructor, he is patient, understanding and supportive! I highly recommend Andy as an instructor. I passed 2nd time around and he provided me with positive feedback and encouragement.”
“Ash is a really great instructor, he’s calm and super supportive. I’ve had multiple different instructors in the past and Ash was by far the best one, especially if you struggle with confidence and anxiety. I honestly don’t think I’d have passed without him. My last instructor I had for over a year and failed more than once, I was with Ash for a couple of months and he helped me to see where I was going wrong and taught me the right way and I was finally able to pass. Highly recommend, I’m so thankful I found him.”