Driving lessons in Wombwell

JK
Jonathan Kay
No reviews yet

Barnsley · 2 miles

4478 •••4478 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 20 to 40 lessons to pass

5+ years experience

Automatic

£39.00 - £45.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

ME
Matthew Edge
No reviews yet

Barnsley · 2 miles

4477 •••4477 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 10 to 60 lessons to pass

10+ years experience

Manual

£35.00 - £76.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

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Catalin Carp
No reviews yet

Barnsley · 4 miles

4475 •••4475 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 10 to 30 lessons to pass

4+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£40.00 - £100.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

RJ
Robert Joyner
No reviews yet

Barnsley · 4 miles

4478 •••4478 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 40 to 70 lessons to pass

16+ years experience

Manual

£45.00 - £90.00 per lesson

No block bookings

Mock tests available

MP
Mick Palfreyman
No reviews yet

Barnsley · 4 miles

4479 •••4479 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 40 to 50 lessons to pass

3+ years experience

Automatic

£40.00 - £60.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

5 mi away · 7,737 tests · best month: July 2025

Pass Rates

Driving Test Pass Rates Near Wombwell

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

Barnsley

6 mi away · 9,134 tests · best month: July 2025

Stable

53%

in line with avg

Sheffield (Middlewood Road)

9 mi away · 10,442 tests · best month: August 2025

Stable

49%

below avg

Sheffield (Handsworth)

11 mi away · 9,788 tests · best month: September 2025

13 mi away · 11,653 tests · best month: April 2025

Declining

45%

below avg

Why Local Matters

The Benefits of Choosing a Local Instructor in Wombwell

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 Wombwell, 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 Wombwell 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 Wombwell'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 Wombwell.

Test Centres

Planning Your Driving Test in Wombwell?

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

Barnsley

Based on 7,737 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

58.55%

Pass Rate

~5-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

Rotherham

Based on 9,134 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

53.14%

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

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

Sheffield (Middlewood Road)

Sheffield

Based on 10,442 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

48.70%

Pass Rate

~19-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

Sheffield (Handsworth)

Sheffield

Based on 9,788 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

44.09%

Pass Rate

~6-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

Wakefield

Ossett

Based on 11,653 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

45.40%

Pass Rate

~8-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

Doncaster

Based on 7,334 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

53.22%

Pass Rate

~17-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

Pontefract

Castleford

Based on 5,544 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

46.93%

Pass Rate

~14-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

Worksop

Based on 5,975 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

55.16%

Pass Rate

~11-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

Heckmondwike

Based on 5,471 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

45.79%

Pass Rate

~10-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

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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 Wombwell.

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FAQ

Common Questions About Learning to Drive in Wombwell

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

Barnsley has the highest pass rate in the area at 58.55%, making it a popular choice for learner drivers.

Sheffield (Handsworth) has a pass rate of 44.09%. 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 Wombwell is 50.1%. Choose an instructor familiar with local test routes to maximize your chances of success.

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

Yes - Wombwell 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 Wombwell is Barnsley, around 5 miles away, with a 59% pass rate.

Driving lessons from instructors serving Wombwell range from £35 to £430 per hour, depending on the instructor's experience and whether you choose manual or automatic lessons.

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