Taxi testing
Kirklees Council run a Practical Test and Theory Training for drivers applying to become licensed taxi drivers. Tests and training are carried out by the Driver Training Unit, not the Licensing team.
Drivers must complete both the Practical Test and Theory Training before contacting the Licensing Team.
1. Complete an English test
You must complete and pass an English Test at ESOL entry 3 in speaking listening and reading unless you have an English qualification to the same level or above completed in the UK. If you have an existing qualification, please send your qualification certificate via email to the driver training until at drivertraining@kirklees.gov.uk for verification. If you do not hold an English qualification at this level or above, please contact:
- Calderdale Council's Adult Learning
- Address Unit 4, Heath Campus, Free School Lane, Halifax, HX1 2PS
- Phone 01422 392820
2. Complete a Practical Test
Book your Practical Test online
- If you are intending to apply for your licence with Kirklees Council you need to first read the Fitness and Suitability statement.
- Please read the Taxi Practical Driving Test terms and conditions before you book your test.
- All tests are run from DRAM Centre, Ridgeway, Dalton, HD5 9RP
Paperclip You will need your driving licence number to log in, if you are rebooking your course you will also need your booking reference.
Book onlineHow the Practical Test operates and who can attend
3. Complete Theory Training and Local Geographical Knowledge Test
Book your Theory Training and Test online
- Please read the Taxi Theory Training and Test terms and conditions before you book your test.
- All training is run from DRAM Centre, Ridgeway, Dalton, HD5 9RP
Please note: You will not be able to book onto the Theory Training if you have not successfully completed your English Test. Please contact Calderdale Adult Learning to take the test.
Paperclip You will need your driving licence number to log in, if you are rebooking your course you will also need your booking reference.
Book onlineHow the Theory Training and Test operates and who can attend
Contact Licensing
- Kirklees Council
- Address Licensing Service, PO Box 1720, Huddersfield, HD1 9EL
- Phone 01484 456868
- Email licensing@kirklees.gov.uk
Contact Driver Training
- Kirklees Council
- Address Driver Training, PO Box 1720, Huddersfield, HD1 9EL
- Phone 01484 221000 and ask for extension 75286
- Email drivertraining@kirklees.gov.uk