Friendly, patient and local
Learn safely. Drive confidently. Enjoy the journey.
Looking for an experienced driving instructor in Derby who will teach at your pace? Dave offers calm, professional manual driving lessons for new learners, nervous drivers and full licence holders.
AWESOME SCHOOL OF MOTORING
Your local instructor
Hi, I’m Dave and I run Awesome School of Motoring. I have been teaching people to drive for more than 25 years, and I believe the quality of each lesson matters far more than simply counting the hours. My aim is to help you understand what you are doing, why you are doing it and how to make safe decisions independently.
Every learner starts in a different place. You may be completely new to driving, returning after a break, preparing for a test or looking to rebuild your confidence. Your driving lessons in Derby will be planned around your current ability, your goals and the amount of time you have available.
Lessons take place in an easy-to-drive manual Ford Fiesta. Its manageable size and clear controls make it a comfortable car in which to develop clutch control, road awareness, manoeuvres and confident decision-making. You will receive clear guidance without being rushed, with plenty of time to practise each skill until it begins to feel natural.
Speak to a driving instructor in DerbyChoose the right route
Choose regular tuition, a more concentrated course or focused support. Each option is delivered by the same experienced local driving instructor and adapted to the way you learn.
Regular one-to-one lessons let you build experience at a steady pace. We will cover everything from moving off and stopping to junctions, roundabouts, manoeuvres, independent driving and test preparation.
Weekly driving lessons in Derby →An intensive course brings lessons closer together for learners who have the time and experience to progress quickly. We will first discuss your current ability so the course is realistic and productive.
Intensive driving courses in Derby →A semi-intensive course balances momentum with breathing space between sessions. It can suit learners who want quicker progress while still needing time for work, study or family commitments.
Semi-intensive driving lessons Derby →Already have a full licence? Refresher lessons can help after a long break, a difficult experience or a change in circumstances. Choose the skills and roads on which you want more confidence.
Refresher driving lessons in Derby →
YOUR LESSON CARComfortable from lesson one
A learner car should help you concentrate on the road, not distract you with unnecessary complexity. The manual Ford Fiesta is compact, responsive and straightforward to control, making it well suited to Derby’s mix of residential streets, busy junctions, roundabouts and faster roads.
During your driving lessons, you will learn how to use the car smoothly and confidently. That includes clutch control, gear selection, steering, observations, positioning and planning ahead. As your ability develops, Dave will gradually give you more responsibility so that you become a safe, independent driver rather than someone who is simply following instructions.
Simple, clear pricing
There are no complicated packages to decipher. Pay for lessons individually or book a block of ten hours and save £50. Contact Dave to discuss availability and the most suitable lesson length for you.
£45 / hour
Ideal for regular weekly driving lessons£400 / 10 hours
Save £50 with a ten-hour lesson blockLocal road knowledge
Awesome School of Motoring covers most of Derby and a selection of nearby towns and villages. Learning locally gives you useful experience of the roads, traffic patterns and junction types you are likely to use after passing.
If you live near the edge of the listed area, call Dave before assuming you are outside it. Lesson availability and collection arrangements can vary, and he will tell you honestly whether your location can be covered.
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Choosing the right instructor is personal. Read what learners and their families say about their experience with Awesome School of Motoring.
Helpful answers
If your question is not covered here, call Dave for a straightforward answer.
Driving lessons cost £45 per hour. A block of ten hours costs £400, which saves £50 compared with paying for ten individual hours. Contact Dave to discuss availability before purchasing a block.
Lessons are available across most of Derby, plus Ilkeston, Long Eaton, Stapleford, Breaston, Draycott, Chilwell and Beeston. Call if you are nearby but do not see your exact location listed.
Yes. Intensive and semi-intensive driving courses are available subject to an initial discussion, your current experience and diary availability. A realistic schedule is important because every learner progresses differently.
You will learn in a manual Ford Fiesta. It is a comfortable, manageable car that is well suited to new drivers and to the varied roads found around Derby.
Absolutely. Lessons are calm, patient and adapted to your confidence level. You will not be pushed into a situation before you are ready, but you will be encouraged to make steady progress.
Yes. Refresher lessons are for full licence holders who want to regain confidence, practise parking, tackle motorways or dual carriageways, or become comfortable driving again after time away.
There is no honest one-size-fits-all number. Your previous experience, lesson frequency, private practice and individual progress all matter. Dave will give you constructive feedback as your skills develop.
Ready to start?
Tell Dave where you live, your current driving experience and when you are normally available. He will let you know the next suitable step.