I only had two weeks to prepare before my driving test, so finding the right driving school and instructor was very important. I found Astra Driving School through Google after reading their excellent reviews, and I’m so glad I chose them. I was assigned to Mr. Hammad, and I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. He was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to helping me succeed. During our first lesson, he carefully assessed my driving skills and created a structured plan that focused on the areas I needed to improve. Having driven in another country, I had developed habits that were different from UK driving standards. Mr. Hammad patiently helped me unlearn those habits and replace them with the correct techniques needed for safe driving and the practical test. He was calm, patient, and encouraging throughout every lesson, which helped me feel relaxed and confident behind the wheel. He made excellent use of every minute of our lessons, ensuring I got the most out of my limited preparation time. The training car was always reliable and in excellent condition. Thanks to Mr. Hammad’s expert guidance and support, I passed my driving test after just two weeks of preparation. I highly recommend Astra Driving School and especially Mr. Hammad to anyone looking for a professional, patient, and dedicated driving instructor. Thank you for helping me achieve this milestone!
Driving Lessons in Fallowfield – Learn With Expert Manchester Instructors
Fallowfield is one of Manchester’s busiest student areas, filled with roundabouts, cycle lanes, main roads and complex traffic. Our instructors at Astra Driving School provide calm, friendly and professional driving lessons specially tailored for Fallowfield, Wilmslow Road and surrounding Manchester areas.
- DVSA-approved instructors
- Manual and automatic
- 98% pass rate
- Pick-up from home or work
Driving Courses in Fallowfield
Our prices in Greater Manchester. Manual and automatic, same price. From £35/hr.
7-Day Fast Track
10 hours · Done in about 1 weekNearly test-ready, or failed a test and want a refresh
Single Lesson
1 hour · Pay as you goTry us out or top up between blocks
10-Hour Saver
10 hours · About 5 weeks at 2 hours a weekSteady weekly progress
Pass Plus
6 hours · 6 hours after your testMotorways, night and rural driving; can lower insurance
Outside Greater Manchester lessons are £40/hr. Check the price for your postcode and see all courses.
Hear From Our Successful Learners
Their stories say it better than we ever could

Ahmad Gondal
★★★★★ Huge thanks to Astra Driving School for helping me pass my test! The instructor was very professional and made every lesson stress-free. Highly recommend! 🚗💨

Kittu Venky
★★★★★ Hamayon Shahzad at Astra Manchester was incredibly patient and made tricky maneuvers simple. I passed my driving test on the first try! 🙌

Kiera Mason
★★★★★ Mr. Atif is the most incredible instructor! He stepped in last minute to cover for my usual instructor and in just three lessons, took me from feeling nervous and underprepared to completely test-ready. Thanks to his clear guidance and patience, I passed first time! I truly couldn’t have done it without him and would recommend Atif to anyone and everyone! Thank you Atif!!

Rose Parkes
★★★★★ 100% pleased with Astra Driving School. My instructor was patient, understanding, and explained everything clearly. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
What to expect in your early Fallowfield lessons
We start with basics: moving off safely, mirror checks, steering and simple junctions. As you progress, we introduce you to Wilmslow Road, busy crossings, roundabouts and more complex manoeuvres.
Pro Tip: Fallowfield bus lanes operate at specific hours — we train you to understand signs and avoid mistakes during your test.
Common roads & challenges around Fallowfield
You will practice on:
- Wilmslow Road – heavy buses, cyclists & student rush hours.
- Roundabouts near Owens Park & Moseley Road.
- Quiet residential streets behind Fallowfield Retail Park.
- The busy Rusholme “Curry Mile” section during peak times.
- Driving towards Withington, Didsbury and Longsight.

Lesson types we offer in Fallowfield
- Beginner driving lessons
- Mock tests using local Manchester-style routes
- Bus-lane & cycle-lane training
- Refresher lessons for nervous or returning drivers
Top tips for passing your test around Fallowfield
- Understand bus lane timings: Essential for Wilmslow Road.
- Prepare for cyclists: Fallowfield has dedicated cycle routes.
- Stay calm with student traffic: Peak times can be busy.
- Take mock tests: Helps remove exam-day nerves.

OUR SERVICES
Look at Comprehensive driving services designed to support you from your first lesson to passing your test and beyond at Astra Driving School.
Beginner Lessons
Start your driving journey with patient, step-by-step beginner lessons. Build core skills and confidence from your very first time behind the wheel.
Intensive Courses
Fast-track your licence with a semi-intensive or crash course. Ideal for learners who need to pass quickly with focused daily training.
Test Preparation
Sharpen your skills right before the big day. Get Last minute Practical test prep lessons focus on manoeuvres, common faults and mock tests to help you pass first time.
Pass Plus
Advanced post-test training covering motorways, night driving and other conditions. Build real-world confidence and potentially lower your insurance premium.
Refresher Lessons
Tailored sessions for returning or nervous drivers. Update your skills, rebuild confidence and feel safe behind the wheel again after a break.
Theory Test Support
Ace your theory test with targeted revision and mock exams. Master hazard perception and multiple-choice questions with expert guidance.
Everything You Need To Pass
Comprehensive driving services designed to support you from your first lesson to passing your test and beyond at astradrivingschool.com
Beginner Lessons
Structured lessons for complete beginners. Build confidence from the ground up with patient, expert guidance.
Intensive Courses
Pass sooner with a fast track course planned around you, from 7 days to 2 months.
See fast track coursesPass Plus
Six hours of motorway, night and rural driving after your test. Can lower your insurance.
About Pass PlusWHY CHOOSE US
We're committed to making your driving journey exceptional. Here's why thousands choose Astra.
Tailored Lessons
Every lesson adapted to your pace and goals. Personalised tuition for nervous beginners, refresher drivers, and fast-track learners alike.
98% Pass Rate
Train with confidence. Our proven 98% pass rate reflects the high-standard instruction that helps learners pass first time.
Affordable Rates
Quality driving lessons at competitive prices. Transparent pricing with no hidden costs, great value for every budget and expert driving teachers.
Experienced Instructors
Learn with fully qualified, DVSA-approved instructors who are patient, friendly, and dedicated to your success.
WHY LEARN TO DRIVE WITH ASTRA DRIVING SCHOOL?
Flexible Training Formats Tailored to Your Lifestyle
At Astra Driving School, we understand that every student learns at a different pace, which is why we offer a diverse range of lesson structures to fit your unique schedule and budget.
View Courses>Guaranteed Success and Advanced Skill Building
Our premium Guaranteed Pass Driving Course in Manchester combines elite instruction with a structured path to success. We eliminate test-day stress to build driving confidence for life.
Book Now >Expert Instructors for Your Journey
Astra Driving School offers expert guidance for both beginners and experienced drivers. Regain your confidence and sharpen your road skills with our Expert Refresher Course.
Book Now >Why choose local Fallowfield driving lessons?
Expert knowledge of Fallowfield roads
We cover Fallowfield, Rusholme, Withington, Longsight and Didsbury — giving you full confidence on all common city routes.
Perfect for student learners
We offer patient, friendly teaching ideal for beginners, nervous students or those with busy university schedules.
Flexible lesson timings
Late evenings and weekend lessons available — perfect for students and workers.
What our Students Say about Us
Their stories say it better than we ever could
Watch Owen from Astra Driving School share their experience after passing their driving test first time. From beginners to confident drivers, see how our expert instructors helped them succeed on the road.
Hear directly from learner who passed first time with Astra Driving School. These genuine video reviews highlight the patience, professionalism, and support our instructors provide throughout every lesson.
Your success story could be next. Watch first-time pass student, Ms Zainab at Astra Driving School talk about their journey, driving lessons, and the confidence they gained before passing their practical test.
See why Mr Waqar choose Astra Driving School for driving lessons in Manchester. Our student video testimonials showcase real first-time driving test passes, experienced instructors, and high-quality driving tuition.
What our Students Say about Us
4.9★★★★★on Google
5/5 Stars – I couldn’t have passed without Abhi! After failing my test twice with previous instructors, my confidence was completely shot. Finding Abhi was a complete game-changer. She is extraordinarily patient and never gave up on me, even when I was doubting myself. What makes Abhi stand out is her teaching style. She doesn't unnecessarily grab the wheel or interrupt your flow while you're driving, which really helps build independence. Instead, she lets you drive naturally while ensuring you're fully aware of every major and minor mistake so you can actually learn from them. She is incredibly organized—she tracks every route you take, plans ahead for every lesson, and is genuinely invested in your success. Most importantly, Abhi is not money-minded at all; her primary goal is truly to turn you into a safe, confident driver for life. If you want an instructor who actually cares, book with Abhi. Thank you so much for getting me over the finish line!
I gotta first thanks to my driving instructor Haroon 🙏🙏 I was struggling to find time and also find someone who truly give its all for me to pass my exam. Cause ıve take driving lessons from 2 different private instructor but non of em is take care of teaching me as much as Haroon did. Always on time to meet, explain me everything really well, suggest me videos to watch, keep answering and revising my answer over and over. Take me to the exams routes and tell me all the keywords about each route. Give his best to make it happen. Always keep me relaxed when ı say ım getting stress about exam. Idk how many things ı can write about his support but in the end he is the reason that ıve made it 🎉🎉🎉 Secondly Astra Driving School Services was great aswell, ı give them a call and sort my lessons in just 10min. Price is reasonable and the instructors location was really close to my house. They did a great job about matching customers and instructors. Everything is perfect and ım really glad ı pick this companys services rather than others. Highly recommended, its worth every penny 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Recently passed, first time! Reza was my driving instructor and he was great. He helped me relax (even though that was difficult sometimes) and kept me focussed, put me in challenging situations to improve my skills and had some laughs and jokes along the way. I highly recommend him for you driving lessons.
A huge thank you to Misbah Shah for being such a professional and supportive instructor. After just two lessons, I passed my test at Bredbury. Your clear guidance, patience, and confidence made all the difference. Highly recommended to anyone looking for an excellent driving instructor. Thank you once again!
I couldn’t recommend Dean highly enough! From my very first lesson, he was incredibly calm, patient and brilliant at explaining everything in a way that made sense. As someone who genuinely couldn’t even stand the thought of being in a car, he gave me so much confidence and completely changed the way I felt about driving. One of the things I found most helpful was the way he taught. He’d explain things clearly using diagrams, talk everything through, and then trust you to put it into practice, which really helped build my confidence and independence behind the wheel. Dean was always on time, flexible around my schedule, and every lesson felt personalised because he always knew exactly what I needed to work on next. On top of being an excellent instructor, he was great company in the car, which made every lesson enjoyable and relaxed. Thanks to Dean, I passed my test first time, something I never thought I’d be able to say when I first started learning. I genuinely can’t thank him enough and would recommend him to absolutely anyone looking to learn to drive.
I came to Astra Driving School after a very bad experience with my first driving instructor, which really affected my confidence. However, Mr. Hamayon Shahzad was incredibly patient and supportive, and he helped me regain that confidence step by step. His teaching style made a big difference, especially in helping me feel in control of the vehicle and comfortable on the road. I’m very grateful for his guidance and would highly recommend Astra Driving School to anyone looking for a positive and professional learning experience.
Having years of driving experience in India, I mainly needed guidance on UK driving standards and test expectations. Mr. Ajmal has been fantastic in helping me make that transition. He’s patient, cooperative, and very encouraging. He allows you to learn at your own pace while focusing on the small details that make you a safe and confident driver on UK roads. Every lesson has been productive and enjoyable, and I’d highly recommend him to anyone learning to drive or adapting to driving in the UK.
Absolutely delighted to have passed my driving test 🚗 in first attempt on 22nd of May with only 14 lessons, Thank God. A massive thanks to my instructor Sir Arslan for all the patience, encouragement, and support throughout my lessons. From the very beginning, he made me feel comfortable and helped build my confidence on the road step by step. Learning to drive can be quite nerve-racking at times, but his calm approach and guidance made such a difference. I genuinely appreciate all the time and effort he put into helping me pass. I’d highly recommend this driving school to anyone looking for a professional, friendly, and supportive instructor. I would not appreciate anyone to take 14 lessons to pass because then you would have a lot of pressure to learn everything in short time so please give yourself enough time to digest and practice 🙂 My sister also passed her driving test in 1st attempt by different instructor but with the same school. Thanks again!
I passed my driving test on my 1st attempt thanks to Abi at Astra Driving School! Her lessons were incredibly clear and easy to understand. She didn't just help me pass the test; she taught me safe driving skills that will stay with me forever. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a professional and supportive instructor.
My mum took refresher classes from Irfan Ahmed He was really good tutor and my mum was very comfortable driving with him. He was very flexible with the timings. I highly recommend him to others.
I just passed my driving test at Sale Test Centre! Anmol is a brilliant instructor. She is incredibly reliable, punctual and patient. She really helped me build my confidence on the road and made sure I was fully prepared. I’d highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy instructor. Thanks Anmol :)
I passed my test on the first attempt thanks to Hamza. He helped me when I had 0 hours of driving and helped prepared me in 2 months with 23 hours of driving. I highly recommend Astra driving school for anyone that’s looking to pass as soon as possible.
I would like to thank Anmol from the bottom of my heart for everything she has taught me! Thanks to her, I passed my driving test on the first attempt. She is an amazing instructor — very patient, calm, and she explains everything down to the smallest detail, making sure you fully understand before moving on. She made me feel confident and supported throughout the whole learning process. I cannot recommend her enough 💕
I had a great experience with Astra Driving School Manchester! The center was extremely quick to respond to all my inquiries. A huge thanks to my instructor, Arslan Khawar. He was very clear and insightful about my strengths and areas for improvement. He was completely honest and only had me take the exact number of lessons I actually needed, without pushing for unnecessary extras. Highly recommended!
Astra Driving School - Locations
Driving Instructors Near You
Our experienced instructors at Astra Driving School operate nationwide. We will match you with the ideal instructor to support you on your journey to passing your test.
Stockport Trafford Sale Bury Salford Longsight West Manchester Central Manchester South Manchester Cheetham Hill Chadderton Higginshaw Oldham Ashton-under-Lyne Guide Bridge Bardsley Westwood Freehold Heywood Stockport Centre Offerton Davenport Edgeley Adswood Bridgehall Four Heatons Heaton Moor Brinnington Reddish Bredbury Romiley Marple High Lane Bramhall Hazel Grove Cheadle Heald Green Wilmslow Alderley Edge Macclesfield Poynton Hyde Stalybridge Ancoats Pendleton Weaste Clayton Ardwick Rusholme Levenshulme Withington Didsbury Wythenshawe Middleton Prestwich Swinton Eccles Salford Quays MediaCity Stretford Urmston Altrincham Bolton
FAQ- Frequently Asked Questions
How old do I need to be to start driving lessons?
You need to be 17 years of age to learn to drive a car, however if you have a disability then the age is 16.
How many lessons do I need to take before I take my driving test?
It takes about 45 hours of supervised driving to be able to learn to drive, for younger students, however, this number can be smaller, but it varies from person to person.
Can I practice my driving outside of my lessons?
Yes, it is generally beneficial to practice more in order to master coordination between observations, gear control and maneuvering.
Can I book a 'crash course'?
Yes, you can, contact us to discuss the options in detail.
What is the average cost of driving lessons?
The average rate per hour with the driving instructor is £35. Contact us in detail for more options available.
