Intensive Driving Courses in Doncaster
An intensive driving course condenses months of weekly lessons into a focused block of a week or two. We assess your driving first, then build a realistic crash course in a manual or automatic car and book a practical driving test to match.
How our intensive driving course works
- Free assessment drive. An instructor sees how much driving you have already done before we quote anything.
- Course length matched to you. Complete beginners need more hours than learners who are nearly test ready, so every course is built individually.
- Daily lessons. You drive for several hours a day, which keeps skills fresh between lessons.
- Mock test included. A full mock driving test on a real Doncaster test route shows you are ready.
- Practical test booked in. The practical test is booked as part of the course.
Who an intensive course suits
Crash courses suit learners with a deadline: a new job, a move away or a test date already booked. They work best if you can commit to several hours of driving a day and take it all in. If daily lessons sound like too much, regular weekly lessons with the same instructor may suit you better, and you can always switch later.
Intensive or semi-intensive?
A fully intensive course packs your driving tuition into consecutive days. A semi-intensive course spreads the same hours over a few weeks, with longer lessons several times a week. Semi-intensive can suit beginners and learners who want time to take things in between lessons, while experienced learners who are close to test standard often prefer a fully intensive course. Your free assessment drive helps decide which is right for you.
Before you book: theory test first
You must pass your theory test before you can book a practical driving test, so the theory pass needs to be in place before an intensive course is finalised. The theory test includes a multiple choice section and a hazard perception section, and many learners revise for it while their course is being planned.
What happens on the first day
Day one starts with a warm-up drive in a dual controlled car, then your instructor talks you through the plan agreed after your assessment, covering every part of the test. Beginners spend the first lessons on quiet roads building core driving skills, while learners with more driving experience move straight onto test routes. Whether you are a beginner or returning to driving after a break, the aim is the same: get on the road safely and reach test standard as efficiently as possible.
Intensive driving course prices
Intensive courses are priced on assessment, because the honest price depends on how much driving you have already done. Lessons start from £60 for 1.5 hours in a manual car and £65 in an automatic, and your course quote will set out exactly how many hours we recommend. There is no joining fee. See our driving lesson prices.
Manual and automatic crash courses
Our intensive driving courses run in both manual and automatic dual controlled cars. An automatic course can often reach test standard in fewer hours because there is no clutch to master, but an automatic pass only covers automatic cars. Read more about manual lessons and automatic lessons.
Where we run intensive courses
We run intensive driving courses across Doncaster and the surrounding areas, with pick-up from your door. Most learners take their practical test at the Doncaster driving test centre at Heather Court, Shaw Wood Way, DN2 5YL, and we also prepare learners for tests at Rotherham and Worksop. Have your provisional driving licence and theory pass certificate ready when you book. See every area we cover.
Is a pass guaranteed?
No driving school can honestly guarantee a pass, and you should be wary of any that does. What we can promise is a realistic course length, an experienced DVSA approved instructor and preparation on the roads around the Doncaster driving test centre. If you don't pass first time, we will look at the faults on your test sheet and plan the next steps with you.
What learners say on Google
“I learned to drive in a month and passed on the first try due to the great guidance of my instructor, Bogdan Olteanu. ALMA driving school has patient, passionate, and knowledgeable instructors who care about teaching you to drive safely and competently. Would recommend to anyone in Doncaster who wants to get their license.”
“Big thanks to Alma Driving School and my instructor Sergiu! The practical and confidence boosting lessons were tailored to our experience, making learning smooth and effective. Just 5 sessions, and I passed on the first attempt! Great school, clear guidance, and a fantastic instructor. Highly recommend!”
“I cannot recommend Alma Driving School enough! They provided me with an instructor at short notice and got me test-ready, resulting in a first-time pass. Alecsandru is a brilliant instructor, and his attention to detail is second to none. He created a calm and supportive environment where I learned quickly during our two-hour lessons, and I truly couldn't have passed without his help. …”
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Frequently asked questions
How much is an intensive driving course in Doncaster?
Every intensive course is quoted after a free assessment drive, because the number of hours depends on your experience. Lessons start from £60 for 1.5 hours manual and £65 automatic.
Is a practical test included at the end of an intensive course?
Yes. The practical driving test is booked as part of your course, and you need to have passed your theory test first.
How long does an intensive driving course take?
Most intensive courses run over a week or two of daily lessons. Learners with more experience usually need a shorter course.
Can I do an intensive course in an automatic car?
Yes. We run intensive driving courses in manual and automatic cars, with male and female instructors available.
Are intensive driving courses worth it?
They are worth it if you can commit several hours a day and need your licence quickly. If you learn better with time between lessons, weekly lessons may suit you more.
Do I need a theory pass before booking an intensive course?
You need to pass your theory test, including the hazard perception test, before a practical test can be booked. We can plan your course around your theory test date.
Male and female instructors available. Manual and automatic cars, all dual controlled and fully insured.
Get on the road with Alma
Manual or automatic, complete beginner or coming back after years off. Tell us where you are up to and we will build a plan that gets you to test.