Find a driving instructor in Cowes

TC
Tracey Cocksedge
No reviews yet

East Cowes · 1 mile

4479 •••4479 ••• ••••

Female

English

On Avg. 30 to 80 lessons to pass

9+ years experience

Manual

£43.00 - £60.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

AF
Amanda Foley
No reviews yet

Isle of Wight · 4 miles

4477 •••4477 ••• ••••

Female

English

On Avg. 1 to 70 lessons to pass

15+ years experience

Manual

£37.00 - £57.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

SC
Simon Charles Patter
No reviews yet

Fareham · 8 miles

4479 •••4479 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 20 to 40 lessons to pass

2+ years experience

Manual

£40.00 - £45.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

DD
Doug's Driving School
No reviews yet

Fareham · 8 miles

4475 •••4475 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 26 to 40 lessons to pass

10+ years experience

Automatic

£40.00 - £60.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

SK
Sharath Karnam
No reviews yet

Fareham · 9 miles

4478 •••4478 ••• ••••

Male

Hindi

Punjabi

Telugu

English

On Avg. 20 to 55 lessons to pass

19+ years experience

Automatic

£43.00 - £50.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

3 mi away · 3,616 tests · best month: August 2025

Pass Rates

Driving Test Pass Rates Near Cowes

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

Newport (Isle of Wight)

6 mi away · 8,502 tests · best month: January 2026

11 mi away · 13,518 tests · best month: September 2025

Stable

53%

in line with avg

Southampton (Maybush)

14 mi away · 10,480 tests · best month: December 2025

Improving

50%

below avg

Why Local Matters

The Benefits of Choosing a Local Instructor in Cowes

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 Cowes, 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 Cowes 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 Cowes's real conditions - not thrown in at the deep end afterwards.

COMMUNITY APPROVED

Proven local track record

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

Test Centres

Planning Your Driving Test in Cowes?

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

Newport (Isle of Wight)

Newport

Based on 3,616 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

54.15%

Pass Rate

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

Lee On The Solent

Lee on the Solent

Based on 8,502 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

63.21%

Pass Rate

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

Rookley LGV

Rookley

Driving test centre location with practical test services available

Pass rate data unavailable

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

Portsmouth

Based on 13,518 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

52.83%

Pass Rate

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

DVSA will make arrangements for you at this test centre if you have a disability.

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

Southampton LGV

Southampton

Driving test centre location with practical test services available

Pass rate data unavailable

Test Types Available

Car

Mod 1

Mod 2

Lorry

ADI P2

ADI P3

DVSA will make arrangements for you at this test centre if you have a disability.

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

Southampton (Maybush)

Southampton

Based on 10,480 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

50.31%

Pass Rate

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 Cowes.

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FAQ

Common Questions About Learning to Drive in Cowes

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

Lee On The Solent has the highest pass rate in the area at 63.21%, making it a popular choice for learner drivers.

The average pass rate for driving test centres in and around Cowes is 55.1%. Choose an instructor familiar with local test routes to maximize your chances of success.

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

Yes - Cowes 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 Cowes is Newport (Isle of Wight), around 3 miles away, with a 54% pass rate.

Look for instructors with high ratings, relevant experience, and teaching styles that match your learning needs. Read reviews from other learners in Cowes to find the best fit.

Driving lessons from instructors serving Cowes range from £37 to £60 per hour, depending on the instructor's experience and whether you choose manual or automatic lessons.

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