Best driving schools

Four driving schools in Torre del Mar carry a public rating, with more than 500 reviews between them. The leader holds a 5.0 across 391 opinions, one of the strongest records anywhere in this directory, in a trade where people are quick to complain.

First check whether you need a school at all

If your licence was issued in another EU or EEA country, it is valid for driving in Spain and you do not need to retake anything, though residents have registration obligations depending on the licence and how long they have been here. If it was issued outside the EU, whether you can exchange it or must sit the tests depends on whether Spain has an agreement with that country. Confirm your case with the traffic authority before paying for a course.

The theory test can be taken in English

The Spanish traffic authority offers the theory examination in languages other than Spanish, English among them. It does not make the course easier, but it removes the risk of failing on vocabulary rather than on driving. Confirm with the school which languages apply to your test.

What to compare

• What the headline price includes. The examination fees and the medical certificate are separate, and the number of practical classes included is where quotes really differ.
• The price of extra practical classes, since almost everybody needs some.