Drive Smart, Drive Safe with Smart Driving Academy in Oxford
93% First-Time Pass Rate | DVSA-Approved Instructors
Enjoy 10% Off Your First Driving Lesson
Learn to drive with SDA Driving School! Our highly - rated Grade A instructors are dedicated to supporting you at every stage of your driving experience, from lessons and test preparation to developing safe driving habits for life. We proudly serve Oxford, Wheatley, Kennington, Abingdon, and the surrounding areas
Pupils in Oxford Trust Us to Help Them Achieve Their Full Driving Licence
Years Of Experience
Passed First Time - 2024
Customers happily recommend us
NHS/Students Block Booking Discount
EXCELLENT
Based on 100+ Reviews
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Get £5 off your first lesson!
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2 Hours
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Flexible scheduling
5-Hour Driving Lesson Package
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Full 5 Hours
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£40 Off Our 10-Hour Driving Package!
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Full 10-Hour Lesson
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Free Pick up and Drop off
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Why Choose SDA Driving Academy in Oxford?
Pass Your Driving Test First Time in Oxford with SDA Driving Academy!
Since 2011, we've been assisting learners of all levels achieve driving success with personalised lessons.
We Also Offer a Range of Driving Courses Around Oxford
Refresher Driving Lessons
Looking for a driving refresher? Our customised lessons enhance your skills and build your confidence.
- Motorway & Night Driving
- Roundabouts & Parking Manoeuvres
- Traffic Signs & Speed Awareness
- Switching to an Automatic Car
- Confidence Building & More!
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Driving Lessons FAQ
- Typically, 40-45 hours instructor-led + 24 hours private practice. Our DVSA-approved instructors tailor plans to your progress.
- Convenient options:
Cash/card (instructor)
Bank transfer (24-hour advance notice)
£35-£40/instructor-hour, depending on location. Contact us for exclusive offers!
A)
Instructor’s Car: Yes, you can use your instructor’s car for the driving test.
- Confirm in advance
- Fee includes travel
Using Your Own Car:
- Approval from DVSA needed beforehand
- Owner takes on liability
A: Oxford’s pass rate: 47% (vs. 46.9% national average)
To improve your chances of passing, consider the following tips:
- Proper preparation
- Consistent practice
- Maintaining a calm mindset.
A: A digital driving licence is a secure, online equivalent of your physical licence, stored within the DVSA database for easy access.
How to Get Yours
- Visit DVSA and government websites
- Follow upload instructions
- Verify driving information
- A: To get started:
Provisional Licence: Hold a valid GB/NI provisional driving licence. - Age Requirement: Be at least 17 years old (or hold a full driving licence).
- Vision Requirement: Read a car number plate from 20 metres (with corrective lenses if needed), as per DVSA regulations.
- A: No, for most learners. The DVSA recommends:
40-45 hours: Average learners need this many hours to build confidence and pass - 10 hours: Can be a useful refresher if you have prior driving experience
- Provide 48 hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule
- Failure to do so may result in full lesson fees being charged
- More practice time: Essential for building skills and muscle memory
- Greater confidence: Boost your self-assurance behind the wheel
- Better test preparation: Get ready for your driving test with comprehensive practice
- Evening driving lessons: Convenient for those with busy daytime schedules
- Weekend driving lessons: Perfect for those who prefer to learn on Saturdays or Sundays
- No extra fees: Our rates remain the same, regardless of the time or day
What is the Practical Driving Test Pass Rate in Oxfordshire?
Are you preparing for your driving test in Oxfordshire? Knowing the pass rates for your local test centre can help you better prepare. Here are the latest pass rates for driving test centres in Oxfordshire:
Driving Test Centre
Driving Test Centre
BANBURY
- Address:
- Colin Sanders Business Innovation Centre, Mewburn Rd
- Banbury OX16 9PA
- Pass rate: 51%
Driving Test Centre
️ Areas We Cover Within 10 Miles of Oxford
Central Oxford
- 📍 Oxford City Centre (OX1)
- 📍 Summertown (OX2)
- 📍 Jericho (OX2)
- 📍 Cowley (OX4)
- 📍 Headington (OX3)
- 📍 Botley (OX2)
Northern Areas
- 📍 Kidlington (OX5) 5 miles
- 📍 Yarnton (OX5)
- 📍 Woodstock (OX20)
- 📍 Begbroke (OX5)
- 📍 Kirtlington (OX5)
Southern Villages
- 📍 Abingdon (OX14) 6 miles
- 📍 Radley (OX14)
- 📍 Culham (OX14)
- 📍 Nuneham Courtenay (OX44)
- 📍 Garsington (OX44)
Western Towns
- 📍 Eynsham (OX29) 6 miles
- 📍 Witney (OX28)
- 📍 Cumnor (OX2)
- 📍 Farmoor (OX2)
- 📍 Northmoor (OX29)
Our Latest Passes
We are incredibly proud of our students who have just passed their driving tests!
