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
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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 would like to say a massive thank you to Crystal for using her excellent skills to help teach me how to drive and gain my confidence. I very highly recommend Crystal, she is patient, understanding and very encouraging, Crystals advice and support helped me pass my test 1st time. I highly recommend Crystal for a reliable and supporting instructor.”
“Absolutely recommend Rajab Javid. Very patient, professional, and clear in his teaching. Passing with him is guaranteed even in a short time.”
“I passed today at Colwick. My driving instructor Crystal Johnson is honestly the best instructor I could ask for. I overthink EVERYTHING yet she always stayed patient and believed in me which made me believe in myself so thank you Crystal I couldn’t have done it with you or your patience.”
“Rif was an amazing driving instructor, was patient and really helped improve my driving.”