English-speaking driving school in Leiden for expats, internationals and university students working toward their Dutch rijbewijs B. Clear English instruction, manual & automatic, full CBR prep with free pick-up across the entire Leiden region.
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Plan lessons, practise theory and follow your progress.
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50 CBR practice exams + English theory book online.
Short video per manoeuvre.
See exactly where you stand for the exam.
Start with a free, no-strings trial lesson. You'll meet your English-speaking instructor, drive a short route and see if our style fits you, before you commit to a package.
Driving School Leiden (Driving School Leiden) is the modern, English-speaking driving school in Leiden. We help expats, internationals and Leiden University students go from their very first lesson to a Dutch driving licence, without the language barrier and without the stress. Lessons happen on real Leiden roads, in modern dual-controlled cars, with one fixed instructor from start to finish.
As a driving school in Leiden we know exactly what the CBR exam looks like here: the roundabouts near the Plesmanlaan, the cycle priority around the city centre, the bus lanes near Leiden Centraal and the exam routes around the test centre. We turn all of that into clear, structured English driving lessons in Leiden, and a personal plan that fits your goals and your week.
Choose manual or automatic, pick a lesson package or just an individual lesson, and add extras like an intensive course, English CBR theory coaching or a refresher package if you already drive abroad. Same price for manual and automatic at our driving school in Leiden. No small print.
Two clear routes to your Dutch theory certificate, both 100% in English. Pick the one-day classroom course with English instructor and same-day CBR theory exam, or study at your own pace with self-study in the On My Way app, lots of practice exams in English plus the full English theory book online.
A clear path in 8 steps, from your free trial lesson and English theory course to the CBR exam. At every stage you know exactly where you stand.
Drive any car, anywhere in the EU.
No clutch, more focus on traffic.
Dutch or English, zero language barrier.
Until 21:00 weekdays & full weekends.
Call us or send a WhatsApp. We get back to you within 24 hours.
We talk through your goals, experience and a planning that fits your week.
Vehicle control, observation and a calm introduction to Dutch traffic.
Compact one-day course in English, or self-study via our online platform with practice exams.
Roundabouts, motorways, special manoeuvres and busy junctions, confidently.
Official CBR interim test, exemption for special manoeuvres if you pass.
Targeted lessons on the real CBR routes around your exam location.
Step into the exam with confidence, we support you all the way to the finish.
Whether you're brand-new to driving or converting a foreign licence, Driving School Leiden takes you to your Dutch driving licence with clear English instruction, modern cars and a personal study plan, manual or automatic.
Patient, 100% English-speaking instructors. Ideal for expats, internationals and Leiden University students who want clear instruction without language barriers.
Choose manual for full driving freedom in the EU, or automatic for the fastest path to your Dutch licence. Both fully supported with modern dual-control cars.
Prepare for the CBR theory exam in English. We guide you through the rules, road signs and Dutch driving culture from your very first lesson.
Already drive abroad? Convert your skills to Dutch roads. Focused refresher packages cover roundabouts, shark teeth, bicycle priority and the CBR exam route.
Real Google reviews from students who got their Dutch driving licence with Driving School Leiden.
Expats, internationals and Leiden University students who passed their Dutch driving test with us.
"I can highly recommend Driving School Leiden. My instructor explained everything extremely well and made me feel very comfortable behind the wheel. Super helpful with any questions I had."
"A great experience from start to finish, patient, kind and supportive instructors. Everything was explained perfectly and the lessons were genuinely a joy."
"I can highly recommend this driving school. The team is kind, professional and has a lot of patience. They always accommodated my son's schedule and gave him excellent, practical instructions."
"Bassam has all the qualities of a great driving instructor, attentive, patient, and always super calm, even after a big mistake. Highly recommended."
"Passed both theory and practical first time. The instructor was a great person and even with a busy schedule always made time for lessons. Very glad I chose this school!"
"Huge thank you to Driving School Leiden for helping me pass my driving test. Fantastic instructors with so much knowledge and great tips. Their calm teaching style made all the difference."
"I cannot overstate how grateful I am to Bassam and the team. I came with a challenge, to get my licence within just a few months ahead of the arrival of my first child. Mission accomplished."
"The school helped me get my Dutch driver's licence first time round. Professional, very calm and genuinely friendly. Every lesson was a pleasure. I would recommend them without hesitation."
"Calm and patient instructors, always happy to explain everything. They made me feel confident on the road and English is no problem at all, perfect for foreigners. Definitely recommend."
"I can highly recommend this driving school. Helpful and patient throughout every lesson, which made me pass my practical exam with full confidence!"
"I can highly recommend Driving School Leiden. My instructor explained everything extremely well and made me feel very comfortable behind the wheel. Super helpful with any questions I had."
"A great experience from start to finish, patient, kind and supportive instructors. Everything was explained perfectly and the lessons were genuinely a joy."
"I can highly recommend this driving school. The team is kind, professional and has a lot of patience. They always accommodated my son's schedule and gave him excellent, practical instructions."
"Bassam has all the qualities of a great driving instructor, attentive, patient, and always super calm, even after a big mistake. Highly recommended."
"Passed both theory and practical first time. The instructor was a great person and even with a busy schedule always made time for lessons. Very glad I chose this school!"
"Huge thank you to Driving School Leiden for helping me pass my driving test. Fantastic instructors with so much knowledge and great tips. Their calm teaching style made all the difference."
"I cannot overstate how grateful I am to Bassam and the team. I came with a challenge, to get my licence within just a few months ahead of the arrival of my first child. Mission accomplished."
"The school helped me get my Dutch driver's licence first time round. Professional, very calm and genuinely friendly. Every lesson was a pleasure. I would recommend them without hesitation."
"Calm and patient instructors, always happy to explain everything. They made me feel confident on the road and English is no problem at all, perfect for foreigners. Definitely recommend."
"I can highly recommend this driving school. Helpful and patient throughout every lesson, which made me pass my practical exam with full confidence!"
Everything you need to know before booking your first English driving lesson in Leiden.
Driving School Leiden is the English-speaking driving school in Leiden for expats, internationals and Leiden University students. We teach manual and automatic driving lessons in Leiden and prepare you for the Dutch CBR practical exam, all in clear, patient English.
Yes, every lesson at Driving School Leiden is in English. Our instructors are fluent and explain Dutch road rules, roundabouts, shark teeth and bicycle priority in plain English so nothing gets lost in translation.
Absolutely. We coach you on the real CBR exam routes around Leiden, the specific manoeuvres examiners look for, and the Dutch traffic rules that trip up most international drivers, all in English.
Yes. Driving School Leiden offers both manual and automatic cars. Automatic is the fastest route to your Dutch driving licence if you'll mainly drive automatic; manual gives you full freedom across the EU.
It depends on your experience. Complete beginners typically need 30–40 lessons; people with a foreign licence often need 10–15 focused refresher lessons. We build a personal plan after your free trial lesson.
Driving School Leiden offers transparent per-lesson rates and discounted packages. See the pricing page for current prices for manual and automatic lessons, refresher packages and CBR exam preparation.
Of course, a large share of our students come from Leiden University and other international programmes in the area. Driving School Leiden offers evening and weekend lessons that fit around your study schedule.
Yes. Driving School Leiden provides free pick-up across Leiden, Leiderdorp, Wassenaar, Voorschoten, Oegstgeest, Katwijk, Rijnsburg and more. Your lesson starts the moment we meet you at home, work or your university.
Send us a WhatsApp message or call +31 85 060 5200 to book a free trial lesson. After the trial Driving School Leiden builds a personalised plan covering lessons, theory exam preparation and your CBR practical exam.
Yes, WhatsApp is the fastest way to reach Driving School Leiden at +31621454853. We usually reply within a few hours during business hours.
Send us your details and we'll get back to you within 24 hours to schedule a no-obligation English driving lesson in Leiden.
Book a free, no-obligation trial lesson with Driving School Leiden. We'll meet you in Leiden and put a personal plan together so you can get your Dutch driving licence with confidence.
