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Manual Driving Lessons in Edinburgh DVSA-Approved Instructor

Learn to drive with a supportive, calm and experienced instructor based near Currie Test Centre. Covering Colinton, Corstorphine, Morningside, South Gyle and more.

Attain Driving School Edinburgh

Why Choose Attain Driving School for Manual Lessons?

Manual driving lessons tailored to your learning pace
One-to-one, friendly, patient instruction
Proven Success with Local Learners
Practice on real Edinburgh test routes
Calm, confidence-building teaching style
Trusted across Liberton, Morningside, Colinton & more
DVSA-Approved Instructor

DVSA-Approved Instructor

Edinburgh Driving Lessons – Areas We Cover

Balerno
Currie
Juniper Green
Baberton
Colinton
Colinton Mains

Redford
Oxgangs
Fairmilehead
Buckstone
Morningside
Polwarth

Shandon
Gorgie
Stenhouse
Broomhouse
Sighthill
Wester Hailes

Balgreen
Corstorphine
South Gyle
Liberton
Loanhead

Attain Driving School offers manual driving lessons across Edinburgh, from Balerno and Juniper Green to Colinton and South Gyle. Each route is tailored to local test challenges – whether you’re navigating the busy Calder Road roundabouts or practising bay parking in Longstone.

Recent Passes & Student Feedback

Driving Lessons Edinburgh - 1st Time Pass

Josh From Stenhouse

I passed my test first time with 2 minors with Abid. I found Abid to be very a friendly, patient and knowledgeable instructor. Also he is very punctual. I have had two previous instructors, who I did not have good experiences with, so I was glad to finally learn in a good environment.

Thanks Abid.
Driving Lessons Corstorphine

Ellie From Corstorphine

I would highly recommend Abid. He is a very patient, reliable and friendly driving instructor. He makes you feel comfortable in the car and pays attention to all details that you may encounter in the test.

Thanks So Much Abid.
Driving Lessons Liberton

Ben From Liberton

I wholeheartedly recommend Attain Driving School. As someone who often feels nervous and easily overwhelmed, I initially believed that driving was beyond my capabilities. However, from the very first lesson, Abid played a transformative role in helping me confront my fears.

Thank You Abid

Step By Step Progress For Preparation For Your Edinburgh Driving Test

  • I provide briefings to my students who have no or very little experience to new subjects in driving. Whether it maybe roundabouts, manoeuvres, city bypass driving or rural road driving. I provide all my students to practice driving in each subject that might be asked of on the driving test, leaving no stone unturned.
  • Even subjects that you might not necessarily think too deeply about, such as anticipation, avoiding undue hesitation and judgement.
  • For example, if there are parked cars ahead in the left lane on a narrowing road, you should anticipate that there might be oncoming traffic and depending on the situation be prepared to slow down or stop.
  • At the beginning of each lesson, I would recap with you what you have previously covered and ask questions to help you to remember certain routines that you need to follow.
  • At the end of each lesson, I would provide feedback of the good points on where you have progressed and any weaker points, where extra practice will be required.
  • I always ensure I make myself approachable, so my students feel completely comfortable to ask questions whenever they are in doubt. I find this way they can learn a lot quicker.
  • I cover the Parallel parking and the Parking on the right and reversing manoeuvres in places such as Pentland Avenue in Colinton and Dovecot Road in Corstorphine.
  • I cover the Front and Reverse bay parking in the Sainsbury’s car park in Longstone and a car park just off the city bypass at the Dreghorn junction.
  • I provide training on the Calder Road roundabouts to and from Currie, as these are very busy roundabouts where even some experienced drivers can find it challenging.
  • As the lessons progress, you will find that you are driving more independently and confidently and when there are no faults occurring, you are well on your way to sit your practical test.

I look forward to meeting you and being part of your journey to becoming a safe and confident driver.

Manual Lesson Info & Prices

Block Bookings

Block of 6 hours – £280

Block of 12 hours – £550

Block of 20 hours – £900

Pay as you go

1 hour lesson – £47

1.5 hour lesson – £70

2 hour lesson – £94

Refresher training – £50 per hour

Motorway training – £50 per hour

Pass Plus

Pass Plus is an optional course designed for full license holders for extra training. This has 6 modules that require completion. The aim is to provide experience driving:

In town/city centre
In all weathers
On rural roads
At night
On dual carriageways
On motorways

£300

Whether you’re based in Balerno, Currie, Sighthill or South Gyle, Attain Driving School offers expert manual driving lessons close to home. With local knowledge of test routes near the Currie Test Centre and experience teaching across areas like Colinton, Balgreen and Wester Hailes, you’ll get targeted training that prepares you for real-world driving. Learn in familiar streets and build your skills with confidence—right where you live.

All About Me

My name’s Abid and I am an experienced Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) since 2014. Every four years, I have to renew my ADI badge with the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) that authorises me to provide professional driving lessons to my students. I’m tested by the DVSA every few years, to ensure that I’m keeping up to the high teaching standards that are required to keep our roads safe.

I have already helped a large number of my students grow in their driving ability and confidence, making them into highly competent drivers.

My calm and encouraging manner really helps to create a positive atmosphere within the car. My teaching style is geared towards your specific needs as a student and I would adapt your training plan accordingly that will help you to develop into becoming a highly proficient driver.

Whether you’ve just turned 17 years of age or you’ve decided to learn to drive in your 20’s/30’s and beyond or whether you feel nervous starting your training, I can definitely help you to attain the skills required to drive safely and independently in order to pass your driving test. I will make your training as easy and smooth as possible to help you attain your full driving license.