Driving Lessons IOW | Learn to Drive on the Isle of Wight
Automatic and Manual Driving Lessons
Friendly & Patient Driving Instructors
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Grade A DVSA-Approved Driving Instructor
Looking for driving lessons on the Isle of Wight?
At Humphreys Driving School, we help learners across the IOW become safe, confident drivers. Whether you’re in Ryde, Newport, Cowes, Sandown, or Ventnor, our experienced, DVSA-approved instructors will support you every step of the way.
Learn to Drive with Confidence on the Isle of Wight
Every learner is different — and that’s why we tailor our driving lessons on the Isle of Wight to suit your needs and experience. Our calm, friendly instructors help you learn at your own pace, with lessons designed to build confidence and driving skill for life.
Why Choose Humphreys for Your Driving Lessons IOW?
✅ Fully qualified, local instructors
✅ Flexible lesson times – evenings and weekends available
✅ Manual and automatic cars
✅ Excellent first-time pass rates
✅ Pick-up from home, college, or work on the Isle of Wight
We’ve helped hundreds of learners across the IOW pass their tests and enjoy safe, confident driving.
Areas We Cover on the Isle of Wight
We offer driving lessons in:
Not sure if we cover your location? Get in touch – we’re happy to help.
Local Knowledge That Makes a Difference
Learning to drive on the Isle of Wight has its own challenges — from country roads to busy town centres. Our instructors know the local routes, tricky junctions, and test areas like the Coppins Bridge roundabout and Ryde Esplanade.
We’ll make sure you feel confident and prepared for your Isle of Wight driving test.
Driving Instructors Isle of Wight: Les Humphrey
When you take your driving lessons on the Isle of Wight, you’re learning with one of the UK’s most qualified instructors.
Your instructor, Les Humphrey, is a fully-qualified Advanced Driving Test Examiner and a former HGV instructor-trainer. This expert-level insight is why he was trusted to teach TV’s Martin Clunes to drive a lorry. (1989)
Read the full story on my Blog
You get the benefit of this patient, professional, and top-tier instruction on your local roads.
At Humphreys Driving School, we take pride in offering a calm, supportive learning environment — whether you’re just starting out or building confidence before your test. Our IOW driving instructors are dedicated to helping every learner succeed safely and confidently.
Find out more about our qualifications on the “About Us” page
See what our customers say
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I can’t recommend Humphreys Driving School enough! I passed my driving test first time within just 4 weeks of lessons thanks to excellent instruction from Les. Les was patient, clear, and greatly supported my development in confidence whilst driving. Within just a few lessons my improvement was evident thanks to the tailored structure. Niamh C Seaview
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Very helpful and patient when I was learning to drive, made everything as stress free as possible. Would recommend to anyone who wants to drive. Thank you so much Les. Isobel S Ryde
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “After going through a few different driving instructors, Les was definitely the best fit for me. He was always very patient with me which as someone with anxiety was really important. His instructions were very clear and he made the lessons very fun. If nothing else, teaching the Doc Martin to drive a truck is super impressive as well! Very happy to have passed my test but will definitely miss seeing Les regularly Tiya R – Ryde
Frequently Asked Questions – Driving Lessons IOW
1: How much do driving lessons on the Isle of Wight cost?
Prices depend on the lesson length and whether you choose manual or automatic. Contact us for our latest rates or to book a block of lessons for the best value.
2: How many driving lessons will I need before taking my test?
The DVSA says most learners need around 40–45 hours of professional instruction. However, it varies depending on your confidence and experience. We’ll tailor your lessons to your progress.
3: Do you offer pick-up and drop-off for lessons?
Yes – we offer flexible pick-up and drop-off from your home, work, or college anywhere on the Isle of Wight.
4: Where is the driving test centre on the Isle of Wight?
The main test centre is in Newport, IOW. Our instructors know the local test routes and can help you prepare for the real thing.
5: Can I learn to drive in an automatic car?
Absolutely. We offer both manual and automatic driving lessons on the Isle of Wight, depending on your preference.
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Whether you’re a complete beginner, nervous driver, or just need a few refresher lessons, Humphreys Driving School can help you reach your goal.
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