Learning to drive

When you turn seventeen you can start learning to drive a car. Learning to drive can give you more independence and make it easier to get to work, education or training, and other activities.

Before you take driving lessons, you will need to apply to get your provisional driving license. 

Take Action: Apply for your provisional driving license on the government website. 

Taking lessons

Once you have your provisional license, you can start learning to drive. 

Some people learn to drive in their parents or carer's vehicle, but most people take driving lessons with a driving instructor. You may also choose to combine lessons with additional driving practice. 

Take Action: You can find approved driving instructors on the DVSA website. 

Theory test

Before you can take your practical driving test, you will need to take your theory test.

You must pass your theory test before you can book your practical driving test. Taking time to revise and practice beforehand can help you prepare for the test. 

 Be Prepared: Find out how you can be prepared for your driving theory test.

Practical driving test

After you pass your theory test, you can book your practical driving test.

Your driving instructor can also help you decide when you are ready to take your test.

There are driving test centres in and around Oxfordshire, including Oxford, Banbury, and Newbury. 

Before the day of your test, it is a good idea to check what you need to bring with you and make sure you have everything ready. 

Instant Expert: Got a driving test coming up? Make sure you know what you need to take with you.