Driving Lessons in Barnsley
Calm, structured manual or automatic driving lessons in Barnsley with instructors who know the local roads and test routes. Learn through real driving from day one, build confidence fast, and develop safe habits that last well beyond test day.
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Learn to drive in a modern automatic car, ideal if you want a simpler, stress-free driving experience with no clutch control.
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Learn in a manual car with clear, structured coaching to build clutch control, gear changes, and confident all-round driving skills.
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Learn in a manual or automatic with a local Barnsley driving instructor who knows every corner of the local test routes. With calm, expert coaching, we’ll build your skills step by step so you arrive at the Barnsley test centre feeling prepared, confident, and ready to succeed..
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Manual or automatic Driving Tuition In Barnsley
Andrew’s Driving School provides patient, well-planned manual and automatic lessons in Barnsley, helping you gain confidence as you practise on the roads you’ll actually be driving every day.
Driving Lessons in Barnsley
Whether you’re brand new to driving or getting ready to book your test, our manual and automatic driving lessons in Barnsley follow a clear plan that keeps you moving forward. You’ll build confidence step-by-step, while practising the same road types and situations you’re likely to face on test day.
We cover most S70, S71, and S75 postcodes across Barnsley and the surrounding area, including Stairfoot, Wombwell, Dartingon, and Royston.
To help you progress faster, we plan lessons around the areas you’ll actually drive in day-to-day, including the busy Stairfoot Roundabout, the A628 (West Way), and the complex junctions around the Alhambra Centre. You’ll get comfortable with steep hills, multi-lane roundabouts, and the unique road layouts found across Barnsley.
Real On-Road Experience
At Andrew’s Driving School, we teach by driving, not by sitting at the roadside. From lesson one, you’ll spend more time behind the wheel and less time stopped and talking things through. And learning in Barnsley gives you a real edge, because many lessons can be planned around the same roads used on local test routes, making the area feel far more familiar when your test comes around at the Barnsley Driving Test centre.
By the time you reach test standard, you won’t just be ready to pass, you’ll be ready to drive safely and confidently for the long term.
How long should I book for my first driving lesson?
Most learners get the best results with a 90-minute lesson because it gives you time to settle in, build momentum, and still stay sharp. But if you’re short on time, a focused one-hour session in Barnsley can still move you forward quickly, especially when we’re targeting a specific skill or local test-route practice.
How often should I have driving lessons?
Most learners see the best progress with one or two lessons per week. Keeping your lessons regular helps skills stick, builds confidence steadily, and avoids losing momentum between sessions. Consistency means fewer relearns and faster overall progress, making your learning both smoother and more cost-effective.
Where do I take my driving test?
Barnsley Driving Test Centre. Other nearby options include
Rotherham and Sheffield.
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Barnsley Driving Test Centre
West Rd
Barnsley
S75 2DH -
Rotherham Driving Test Centre
Mangham Way, Off Mangham Rd
Rotherham
S61 4RL -
Sheffield Driving Test Centre
508 Middlewood Road
Sheffield
S6 1TQ
We’re happy to prepare you for your test at any of these centres, depending on availability and what suits you best.
What will happen on my first driving lesson?
On your first driving lesson in Barnsley, your instructor will usually take you to a quiet residential area such as Mapplewell, Darton, Kendray, or parts of Worsbrough, where traffic is lighter and there’s time to settle in. You’ll begin with the cockpit drill, setting up your seat, steering position, and mirrors correctly. Most importantly, you’ll be driving in your very first lesson, guided calmly and at a pace that feels comfortable and confidence-building.
Where can I take my theory test ?
Theory Test Centres Near Barnsley
Barnsley doesn’t currently have a theory test centre. The closest options are in
Sheffield or Huddersfield.
Sheffield Theory Test Centre
Seventh Floor, St James HouseVicar Lane
Sheffield
S1 2EX
Huddersfield Theory Test Centre
Seventh Floor, Kirklees House30 Market Street
Huddersfield
HD1 2HG
Telephone (both centres):
0300 200 1122
You can book your theory test online here:
https://www.gov.uk/book-theory-test
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