Driving lessons in Smallthorne

DH
Drive Hive Academy
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Stoke-on-Trent · 1 mile

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Male

English

Bengali

Hindi

Urdu

On Avg. 10 to 45 lessons to pass

7+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£38.00 - £40.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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JC
Jane Clowes
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Stoke-on-Trent · 2 miles

4475 •••4475 ••• ••••

Female

English

On Avg. 30 to 70 lessons to pass

14+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£45.00 - £90.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

A
Anees
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Stoke-on-Trent · 3 miles

4474 •••4474 ••• ••••

Male

English

Urdu

Hindi

On Avg. 15 to 60 lessons to pass

1+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£35.00 - £70.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

DS
Drive ST5
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Newcastle-under-Lyme · 3 miles

4477 •••4477 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 30 to 50 lessons to pass

3+ years experience

Manual

£40.00 - £80.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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SK
Scott Kelter
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Staffordshire Moorlands · 4 miles

4479 •••4479 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 20 to 45 lessons to pass

5+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£38.00 - £40.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

Stoke on Trent (Cobridge)

Pass Rates

Driving Test Pass Rates Near Smallthorne

The nearest test centres, benchmarked against the 53% national average. Based on 2024-25 DVSA data.

1 mi away · 8,413 tests · best month: September 2025

Improving

41%

below avg

Stoke on Trent (Newcastle under Lyme)

4 mi away · 6,646 tests · best month: November 2025

11 mi away · 4,994 tests · best month: June 2025

14 mi away · 4,509 tests · best month: October 2025

17 mi away · 5,365 tests · best month: August 2025

Improving

46%

below avg

Why Local Matters

The Benefits of Choosing a Local Instructor in Smallthorne

Learning to drive with a local instructor gives you distinct advantages that can make the difference between passing and failing your test.

FIRST-TIME PASS

Knows your test routes

A local instructor teaches on the exact roads and roundabouts examiners use around Smallthorne, so nothing on test day is a surprise.

MAXIMISE YOUR TIME

More time behind the wheel

Get picked up from home, work or college in Smallthorne and start driving straight away, rather than losing lesson time travelling to meet your instructor.

REAL-WORLD READY

Ready for real roads

Learn on the roads you'll actually drive every day, so you pass confident and ready for Smallthorne's real conditions - not thrown in at the deep end afterwards.

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Proven local track record

Read reviews from learners who tested at your local centre and pick an instructor with a proven track record around Smallthorne.

Test Centres

Planning Your Driving Test in Smallthorne?

Find instructors familiar with all test routes and who can help you prepare for your test at any of these centres.

Stoke on Trent (Cobridge)

Stoke-On-Trent

Based on 8,413 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

40.57%

Pass Rate

~10-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

Accessibility information for this facility is currently unavailable

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Stoke on Trent (Newcastle under Lyme)

Stoke-On-Trent

Based on 6,646 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

41.65%

Pass Rate

~18-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You can access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

Crewe

Based on 4,994 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

43.79%

Pass Rate

~16-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You can access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

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Macclesfield

Based on 4,509 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

51.92%

Pass Rate

~21-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

Accessibility information for this facility is currently unavailable

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

Stafford

Based on 5,365 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

45.83%

Pass Rate

~18-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You can access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

Buxton

Based on 4,904 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

58.69%

Pass Rate

~15-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You can access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

Northwich

Based on 3,529 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

57.58%

Pass Rate

~19-week wait (August 2026)

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

You cannot access this test centre if you use a wheelchair.

This data may be outdated. For up to date data check Gov.uk

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Instructor MikeJust now

Instructor Mike·Just now

Hey there! Just a heads up, I only teach manual cars. If you're looking for automatic, you might need to check with someone else. Best of luck!

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As someone who struggled with finding a good driving instructor myself, I understand the challenges and frustrations that come with the process of learning to drive in a busy place like Smallthorne.

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FAQ

Common Questions About Learning to Drive in Smallthorne

Find answers to frequently asked questions about driving lessons and choosing the right instructor in Smallthorne.

Buxton has the highest pass rate in the area at 58.69%, making it a popular choice for learner drivers.

Stoke on Trent (Cobridge) has a pass rate of 40.57%. However, with proper preparation and the right instructor, you can succeed at any test centre.

The average pass rate for driving test centres in and around Smallthorne is 48.6%. Choose an instructor familiar with local test routes to maximize your chances of success.

Yes - automatic driving lessons are available from instructors covering Smallthorne. Automatic tuition is a popular choice if you'd rather focus on the road without worrying about gears.

Yes - Smallthorne is served by female driving instructors. You can filter by instructor gender when you search to find the right fit.

The nearest DVSA test centre to Smallthorne is Stoke on Trent (Cobridge), around 1 mile away, with a 41% pass rate.

Driving lessons from instructors serving Smallthorne range from £35 to £90 per hour, depending on the instructor's experience and whether you choose manual or automatic lessons.

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