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14.01.2025

Driving Lessons in January: Start the Year with Intensive Courses

Many people choose January to begin their driving lessons. It’s the perfect time for New Year’s resolutions or a fresh start. With last year’s responsibilities completed, learners feel ready to focus on passing their driving test. Some learners start from scratch. Others need a quick brush-up before their test. Both groups benefit from intensive driving lessons.

Pass in Days understands these needs. We offer excellent driving lessons in the UK, including Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Exeter, and Bristol, as well as fast-track driving tests for our learners.

Why Choose January for Driving Lessons?

January is our busiest month for a reason. Many learners want to fast-track their progress and achieve their goals quickly. However, regular waiting times for driving tests can be long. In Bristol, for example, waits can stretch from several months up to a year. At Pass in Days, we usually aim to secure driving tests within one to two weeks after your course (subject to being safe and ready); in particularly busy periods this waiting time might be slightly longer but very rarely exceeds a month. Our fast-track option saves time. It also ensures learners are tested while their skills are fresh.

Book Early to Avoid Disappointment

Demand for driving lessons in January, as well as for driving lessons in February, is exceptionally high. Our last spaces fill up quickly and often disappear in days. Even March and April slots are popular. Some students book now for their half-term breaks to guarantee availability – which we very much recommend.

Planning ahead is key. Booking early ensures you secure a space at a convenient time.

Take the Next Step Today

Don’t let January pass by without taking the first step toward learning to drive! Whether you’re looking for intensive driving lessons in Aberdeen (AB10-AB25), driving lessons in Edinburgh (EH1-EH17), driving lessons in Glasgow (G1-G53), driving lessons in Exeter (EX1-EX4), or driving lessons in Bristol (BS1-BS16), we’re ready to help. We cover most locations within these city areas, and sometimes beyond. Call or check our FAQ to see if we can offer a home pick-up.

Book your driving course now and secure your space while they last. Visit our website and Facebook page, or or call us on 07413 250 300 to start today!

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10-Day Course

(For beginners or those starting fresh)

40 hrs & one “Fast-Track” Driving test included

from £1999

10-day course. This course is intended for individuals with little to no driving experience and includes a total of 40 hours.

The 10-day course is most suitable for clients who:

 

  • have no prior driving experience but are confident in their ability to learn quickly (note that 4 hours per day can be very exhausting, even with a break halfway through);
  • have taken some driving lessons, but still feel the need to start “from scratch”;
  • took a driving test many years ago, but would like to start “from scratch”;
  • were almost ready to sit a driving test, but it was many years ago, and they would like to start “from scratch”.

Please note, learning to drive is a very individual process and you might need additional lessons after your course, if you are not safe & test ready.

What's included in the price?

  • Lessons on One to One Basis
  • “Fastrack” Driving Test Included**
  • Theory Course Included
  • Mock Test Included
  • Pick up from Home*

* subject to location & availability **subject to being safe

7-Day Course

(For those who know the basics)

30 hrs & one “Fast-Track” Driving test included

from £1599

7-day course. With a total duration of 30 hours, this course is suitable for clients who:

  • have completed at least 10 hours of driving lessons with an approved instructor recently (e.g., within the last 6 months);
  • have undertaken at least 10 hours of private practice recently (e.g., within the last 6 months) and mastered the basics;
  • have taken a driving test within the past 4-10 years, but failed;
  • were nearly ready to sit a driving test within the past 4-10 years.

Participants in this course should have a grasp of basic skills, including basic clutch control, moving off and stopping, dealing with easy junctions, progressive braking, gears, and easy hill starts.

Please note, learning to drive is a very individual process and you might need additional lessons after your course, if you are not safe & test ready.

What's included in the price?

  • Lessons on One to One Basis
  • “Fastrack” Driving Test Included**
  • Theory Course Included
  • Mock Test Included
  • Pick up from Home*

* subject to location & availability **subject to being safe

5-Day Course

(for learners who are intermediate)

20 hrs & one “Fast-Track” Driving test included

from £1199

5-day course. This course totaling 20 hours, is designed for intermediate clients who:

  • have taken at least 20 hours of driving lessons with a qualified instructor recently (e.g., within the last 6 months) and feel about halfway to being test-ready;
  • have engaged in extensive private practice in a safe and legal way (e.g., lessons with family) amounting to a minimum of 20 hours recently (e.g., within the last 6 months) and feel about halfway there;
  • have experience driving various vehicles (e.g. farm vehicles) on private land from a young age, are comfortable with car control, and just need experience on main roads;
  • had many driving lessons and have failed a driving test within the past 3 years;
  • were nearly ready to sit a driving test within the past 2-3 years;
  • have a car driving licence from abroad and are legally allowed to drive in the UK for some time (check DVSA guidance), but need to prepare for a UK Car Driving Test.

Participants in this course should be confident in fundamental car skills, including clutch control, gears, hill starts, negotiating easy junctions, maneuvering through easy roundabouts, and performing at least one of the maneuvers.

Please note, learning to drive is a very individual process and you might need additional lessons after your course, if you are not safe & test ready.

What's included in the price?

  • Lessons on One to One Basis
  • “Fastrack” Driving Test Included**
  • Theory Course Included
  • Mock Test Included
  • Pick up from Home*

* subject to location & availability **subject to being safe