Driving lessons in Oxford
with confidence.

Professional automatic and manual driving lessons across Oxford and surrounding areas. Whether you prefer intensive training or lessons at your own pace, we’ll tailor your learning around your experience, goals and availability.

Flexible Lessons

& Intensive Courses

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DVSA Approved

Experienced Instructors

Oxford & Banbury

Test Route Training

Auto & Manual

Lessons Available

7 Days

Lessons Available

Choose Automatic or Manual.

Automatic or manual? Both are great options. Explore the benefits of each and choose the one that best suits your goals, lifestyle and learning style — and feels right for you.

Manual

For control + flexibility

Manual lessons

Learn clutch control, gear changes and hill starts with the support of an experienced instructor. A manual licence gives you the flexibility to drive both manual and automatic cars.

  • Dual controls · Manual vehicle · Fully insured

£44 / hour

Automatic

Most popular · easier to learn

Automatic lessons

Skip the clutch and focus on the road ahead. Automatic lessons offer a simpler learning experience, helping many learners build confidence more quickly.

  • Dual controls · Automatic vehicle · Fully insured

£44 / hour

Local knowledge.
Personal support.

Friendly, patient tuition to help you build confidence and make progress at a pace that suits you.

Lessons built around you

We adapt each lesson to your experience, goals and confidence.

Local Oxford knowledge

Learn on the roads and junctions you’ll regularly drive around Oxford.

Simple from day one

Book, manage and keep track of your lessons online in one place.

One calendar. Every lesson. Your account.

View upcoming lessons, manage bookings, purchase lesson blocks and track your progress — all from a single dashboard.

INSTANT CONFIRMATION · MANAGE BOOKINGS ONLINE

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Photo of Freya, an Oxford Intensive Driving School learner
I would highly recommend Ali as a driving instructor. He is kind, patient and good company! I always felt relaxed when driving with him, even though I was very nervous before I started. He made sure I was ready before my test and made me feel calm and confident going into it - I passed my test first time, thanks to him!
Freya OXFORD · PRIVATE LESSONS
Photo of Murray, an Oxford Intensive Driving School learner
Nader is an outstanding instructor and really nice person. I passed first try after about 30 hours with him from scratch, and not a single hour was boring. Unlike other instructors, he takes you to test routes early, gives constructive yet polite feedback, and is genuinely invested in your success. He has instructed my partner, myself, and a friend who have all only positive things to say. Would highly recommend.
Murray
Photo of Rosie, an Oxford Intensive Driving School learner
Thank you Ali for being a great driving instructor. I would definitely recommend to anyone, he helped me hugely to pass first time in Oxford, with no faults! Very clear good explanation of everything whilst being very patient and calm to help me learn.
Rosie PRIVATE LESSONS
Photo of Hossein, an Oxford Intensive Driving School learner
I’m delighted to have passed my driving test first time at the Cowley Test Centre, and a huge part of that success is thanks to Nader. He is an excellent instructor with a deep understanding of the driving test, including all the important details and what examiners are looking for. His knowledge of Oxford and the potential test routes was invaluable. In fact, the exact route he had prepared me for came up on my test day, which made me feel confident and well prepared. I highly recommend Nader to anyone who wants the best chance of passing their test first time!
Hossein OXFORD (COWLEY) DRIVING TEST CENTRE
Photo of Petra, an Oxford Intensive Driving School learner
Ali is a very patient instructor with a great deal of knowledge and attention to detail. I was able to quickly regain confidence behind the wheel with his guidance and passed my test amassing only 3 minors! Thank you
Petra PRIVATE LESSONS
Photo of Sally, an Oxford Intensive Driving School learner
I have just passed my test now. I can’t recommend my instructor enough. He gave me the confidence I needed to be able to pass the test. He has great experience with test roads and practice with patience and relaxing attitude taking off the tense and pressure. He is flexible and always able to fit you in among his very busy schedule . He will pick up the points of weakness in your driving and improve, and correct them . I am really grateful for his support and efforts. Big thank you for him🌺.
Sally
Photo of Reema, an Oxford Intensive Driving School learner
Nader has been an amazing driving instructor! I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a driving instructor. He has really helped me to be a confident, safe, and calm driver. I'm delighted to say that I've passed first time on an automatic car in Oxford. Thank you Nader!
Reema
Photo of Carolina, an Oxford Intensive Driving School learner
I passed first time with my instructor Nader and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. He was incredibly helpful, patient, and clear with his instructions and explanations. Whenever I made a mistake, he corrected me kindly and made sure I understood how to improve for next time.
Carolina
Photo of Nat, an Oxford Intensive Driving School learner
Mr Dirin was the the best instructor I could have wished for. He went above and beyond to help me especially when my test date was earlier than expected. I managed to get my licence first time in 30 hours! He doesn’t overcomplicate things and is very supportive. I’ve really enjoyed lessons and had a very good time learning to drive around with him.
Nat OXFORD · AUTOMATIC
Photo of Theodore, an Oxford Intensive Driving School learner
I had Ali as my driving instructor and I have just passed my driving test in Oxford, FIRST TRY! I never expected to get it on the first go but I think Ali prepared me quite well for which I’m very greatfull.
Theodore OXFORD (COWLEY) · MANUAL

Things to know.

Quick answers to the questions we hear most often. Anything else, get in touch.

No. We offer regular weekly driving lessons as well as intensive courses, in both manual and automatic cars. You can learn at your own pace with regular lessons or choose a more intensive schedule if that suits you better.

Many learners find automatic lessons easier because there is no clutch control or gear changing. This allows learners to focus more on observation, planning and road awareness.

Yes. Intensive courses can be suitable for complete beginners, provided sufficient training hours are allocated to achieve the required standard.

No. Refresher lessons are designed for drivers who already hold a full driving licence.

Yes. You can start driving lessons as soon as you have a valid provisional driving licence.

Yes. Most complete beginners are behind the wheel and driving the car during their very first lesson.