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 ![]()
“Kev was the absolute best instructor! I couldn’t have wished for a better experience. He was really calm throughout my time learning how to drive and he made me feel so comfortable from day one. Just an absolute top guy. Friendly, funny, kind. Thank you Kev.”
“1st Driving School is a company I’d highly recommend to anyone who wants a calm and supportive learning experience. My instructor, Gavin, made me feel comfortable and explained everything clearly, which built my confidence behind the wheel. I’d started with another company but felt pressured and unsure until I switched to Gavin, whose patient teaching helped me trust my instincts and make decisions confidently. He tailored each lesson to my needs and always took time to explain anything I hesitated on, which made a huge difference. I looked forward to every lesson and was thrilled to pass my test thanks to Gavin’s guidance. Many thanks to 1st Driving School and especially to Gavin.”
“Big thanks to Gav the instructor for his patience, excellent teaching ability and flexibility to get me through my test. Would definitely recommend him as an instructor if you're looking to learn in an automatic, and 1st Driving School as a whole for the ease of process.”
“I had Gavin as my driving instructor, he’s a top man who helped me with nerves and anxiety, he’s a great laugh and he makes sure that you understand what you are learning! Thank you so much Gavin for everything. If you need a instructor Gavin is your man.”