Business Details
Your Trusted Driving School in Preston
Established over 40 years ago, Preston Driving School has built a reputation as one of the longest-standing driving instruction providers in the region. Our team of highly skilled male and female instructors delivers comprehensive driving tuition using modern dual-controlled vehicles equipped with air conditioning and satellite navigation. We specialise in a wide range of training programmes including manual and automatic driving lessons, semi-intensive 'quick-pass' courses, motorway instruction, defensive driving techniques, and eco-driving training. Our instructors have successfully taught thousands of learners, including university students from institutions such as UCLAN and Preston College, with many achieving first-time test passes.We maintain strong relationships with local driving test centres and provide expert guidance on both practical and theory test preparation. Our commitment to quality extends to instructor training, having developed hundreds of qualified driving instructors since 1985 through our DVSA-registered trainer Iain Smith, who holds the highest grading from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency. We prioritise safety and defensive driving principles, ensuring learners develop the essential skills for lifelong road safety.
Services
Driving Lessons
Automatic Tuition
Semi-Intensive Courses
Instructor Training
Defensive Driving
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience training drivers in Lancashire
- Our DVSA-registered trainer has trained hundreds of qualified instructors
- We offer semi-intensive 'quick-pass' courses for accelerated learning
- Our instructors have graded 51/51 in DVSA standards checks
- We provide comprehensive theory test and hazard perception training
What people say
Excellent instructors
First-time passes
Defensive driving skills
Modern teaching methods
Professional training
Services
Driving Lessons
Professional driving instruction using modern dual-controlled vehicles with air conditioning and satellite navigation. Available for manual and automatic transmissions across Preston and surrounding areas. Lessons structured to develop safe driving habits and prepare for practical tests.
Instructor Training
Comprehensive driving instructor training delivered by DVSA-registered Grade A trainer. Practical sessions priced at 45/hour with average completion time of 30-40 hours. Includes preparation for DVSA standards checks.
Semi-Intensive Courses
Accelerated learning options for rapid progress through driving tests. Structured programmes combining multiple weekly lessons with focused skill development. Requires prior theory test completion and flexible availability.
Defensive Driving
Specialised instruction in defensive driving techniques and hazard perception. Covers speed management, situational awareness, and accident avoidance strategies. Designed to improve road safety beyond basic test requirements.
Theory Test Prep
Comprehensive preparation for both multiple-choice and hazard perception test components. Includes practice materials, technique development, and guidance on official DVSA resources for successful test completion.
People
Iain Smith
DVSA-Registered Trainer
Experienced driving instructor with over 40 years in the industry. Holds DVSA Grade A status and achieved perfect 51/51 in recent standards checks. Specialises in training new instructors since 1985.
Questions
What areas do you cover for driving lessons?
We provide driving lessons across Preston, Blackpool, Fylde Coast and surrounding Lancashire areas.
Do you offer automatic driving lessons?
Yes, we offer both manual and automatic driving instruction with qualified instructors.
How can I book a driving lesson?
Contact us via phone or text at 07789 072422 with your availability and requirements to schedule lessons.
Do you provide instructor training courses?
Yes, we offer driving instructor training since 1985 with our DVSA-registered Grade A trainer.
What types of driving courses are available?
We offer hourly lessons, weekly packages, semi-intensive courses, and specialised training like motorway and defensive driving.
How experienced are your instructors?
Our instructors have decades of combined experience with many achieving first-time pass success rates.
