Find a driving instructor in Skelmersdale

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Craig
No reviews yet

Wigan · 5 miles

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Male

English

On Avg. 15 to 35 lessons to pass

12+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£40.00 - £45.00 per lesson

No block bookings

Mock tests available

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Val Banks
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West Lancashire · 6 miles

4477 •••4477 ••• ••••

Female

English

On Avg. 20 to 60 lessons to pass

26+ years experience

Manual

£40.00 - £80.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

LH
Lorraine Halliwell
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Wigan · 6 miles

4478 •••4478 ••• ••••

Female

English

On Avg. 40 to 60 lessons to pass

30+ years experience

Manual

£40.00 - £100.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

RH
Raz Hussain
No reviews yet

Knowsley · 6 miles

4474 •••4474 ••• ••••

Male

English

Hindi

Urdu

Punjabi

On Avg. 35 to 45 lessons to pass

6+ years experience

Manual

£90.00 - £96.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

PW
Pass With Raj
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Chorley · 10 miles

4473 •••4473 ••• ••••

Male

English

On Avg. 25 to 45 lessons to pass

8+ years experience

Both automatic and manual

£40.00 - £40.00 per lesson

Block bookings available

Mock tests available

7 mi away · 14,174 tests · best month: June 2025

Pass Rates

Driving Test Pass Rates Near Skelmersdale

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

St Helens (Liverpool)

10 mi away · 5,415 tests · best month: February 2026

Improving

53%

in line with avg

Norris Green (Liverpool)

10 mi away · 13,472 tests · best month: March 2026

Stable

38%

below avg

Atherton (Manchester)

11 mi away · 13,035 tests · best month: October 2025

Stable

44%

below avg

Southport (Liverpool)

11 mi away · 7,949 tests · best month: March 2026

Stable

57%

above avg

Why Local Matters

The Benefits of Choosing a Local Instructor in Skelmersdale

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 Skelmersdale, 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 Skelmersdale 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 Skelmersdale'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 Skelmersdale.

Test Centres

Planning Your Driving Test in Skelmersdale?

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

St Helens (Liverpool)

Liverpool

Based on 14,174 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

40.94%

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

Chorley

Based on 5,415 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

52.82%

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

Norris Green (Liverpool)

Norris Green

Based on 13,472 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

37.85%

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

Atherton (Manchester)

Manchester

Based on 13,035 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

44.33%

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

Southport (Liverpool)

Southport

Based on 7,949 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

56.52%

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

Warrington

Based on 7,550 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

55.54%

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

Widnes (Liverpool)

Widnes

Based on 6,846 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

42.68%

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

Wallasey

Based on 968 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

54.34%

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

Bolton (Manchester)

Bolton

Based on 11,570 tests conducted over 12 months (latest: March 2026)

51.82%

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 Skelmersdale.

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FAQ

Common Questions About Learning to Drive in Skelmersdale

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

Southport (Liverpool) has the highest pass rate in the area at 56.52%, making it a popular choice for learner drivers.

Norris Green (Liverpool) has a pass rate of 37.85%. 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 Skelmersdale is 48.5%. Choose an instructor familiar with local test routes to maximize your chances of success.

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

Yes - Skelmersdale 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 Skelmersdale is St Helens (Liverpool), around 7 miles away, with a 41% pass rate.

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

Driving lessons from instructors serving Skelmersdale range from £40 to £100 per hour, depending on the instructor's experience and whether you choose manual or automatic lessons.

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