Learning to drive in Stamshaw is a milestone worth getting right, and choosing the right driving school makes a real difference to your progress and confidence behind the wheel. Like much of Portsmouth, Stamshaw has a mix of busy roundabouts, local traffic, and quieter surrounding routes gives learners a well-rounded experience, getting you fully ready for your test and for driving afterwards.
The team at Lendrums Driving School know exactly which routes will build your skills fastest. Lendrums Driving School Stamshaw is with you from your very first enquiry right through to passing your driving test, with friendly guidance and expert local knowledge throughout your learning journey.
Our reputation speaks for itself, so why not check out what our pupils have said. Whether you’re a complete beginner or want top-up lessons before your test, Lendrums Driving School Stamshaw is the right choice for learning to drive in Stamshaw.
As part of your learning journey you will have to pass the theory test, and we are pleased to offer all Lendrums Driving School clients FREE access to our theory training platform, helping achieve a 95 percent first time theory test success rate.
Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to brush up before your test, our instructors take the time to build your confidence behind the wheel, shaping each lesson around what works for you. With patience, clear guidance and a genuine passion for teaching, we’re here to help you become a safe, confident driver who enjoys getting behind the wheel.
You are looking for a driving school that will deliver you the best results – right? that is why you are scrolling our website, so here are a few reasons why:
With the stresses of everyday life and the roads becoming busier, now is a fantastic time to be driving an automatic car.
You maybe a complete beginner, or someone who has had a go at manual and found it wasn’t the right fit. Whatever stage you’re at, we can cater for you, and promise you of a fantastic learning experience.
How many of your friends have told you about stalling, and how they hated it? In an automatic car you cannot stall, since there is no clutch, so when you come off the brake and press the accelerator, there’s no hesitation, you just go.
Piece of cake in an automatic car, as soon as you move your foot from the brake to the gas, the car will move, no more constant clutch movement, putting on the handbrake and finding the biting point, you just calmly move your feet from one pedal to the other. Another benefit – No rolling backwards!
{location} has its share of busy roads, junctions, roundabouts, traffic lights and built-up areas, where you ‘ll be in traffic quite often during your driving lessons, especially in rush hour. In an automatic car it’s simple – we cannot make the traffic disappear, however you can control the car more easily, reducing pollution, and easy on the feet and legs, as no constant clutch control.
Here at Lendrums Driving School we understand the financial pressure on students, so we offer driving lesson and block booking discounts, to take some of the financial pressure off, and we are among the few driving schools covering Stamshaw that offer driving lesson discounts. We cover all areas, and can collect you from and drop you back at college or university, so if you have study gaps in the day, or once you’re a bit more experienced, we can pick you up from home and finish at the college/university and vice versa from college/university to home.
As a NHS professional, we know just how much pressure you’re under, and would like to thank you for your amazing efforts, looking after people and helping them get well again, therefore we offer a discount for NHS driving lessons, the same as for students, as a way of saying thank you.
Every customer gets FREE online theory and hazard perception training with us, to help you pass your theory test easily.
Our training platform includes the full range of topics tested in your theory exam, from hazard perception clips, road signs, and the Highway Code, so you can study at your own pace, whenever suits you. Alongside the practical driving lessons you’ll be having with your instructor in {location}, this gives you the best possible chance for passing both parts of your test first time.
Plenty of the people we teach find that doing the theory training in parallel with their driving lessons makes the whole learning process click faster, as the theory and the practical reinforce each other.
If you’re studying at college or university, we can collect you during study breaks, returning you to your studies or to home after your lesson, plus we can pick you up from home and drop you at college or university, once you have some experience on busier roads. Some of the colleges and universities we cover:
Stamshaw, a vibrant suburb of Portsmouth, offers a unique and practical environment for new drivers looking to build confidence behind the wheel. With its mix of residential streets, busy main roads, and proximity to the city centre, this area provides an excellent training ground for learners preparing to tackle real-world driving conditions. Whether you are just starting out or brushing up on your skills, understanding the local road network is essential.
One of the first challenges learners face in Stamshaw is mastering the area’s busy roads, particularly during peak commuting hours. Twyford Avenue and the surrounding routes see consistent traffic flow, making them ideal for practising lane discipline and hazard awareness. Additionally, Portsmouth is well known for its roundabouts, and Stamshaw is no exception. Learners will encounter several multi-lane roundabouts nearby, which require careful observation, correct signalling, and confident positioning. Consequently, spending time practising these junctions early on can significantly improve overall driving competence.
Beyond the practical driving experience, Stamshaw’s location offers easy access to Portsmouth’s attractions. The historic Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and the iconic Spinnaker Tower are just a short drive away, giving new drivers a rewarding destination to aim for once they pass their test. Furthermore, the city’s nightlife, including Gunwharf Quays with its restaurants and entertainment venues, provides additional motivation for learners eager to explore independently.
Ultimately, learning to drive in Stamshaw equips new drivers with valuable skills applicable throughout Portsmouth and beyond. By mastering local roads, roundabouts, and traffic conditions, learners gain the confidence needed to enjoy everything this historic city has to offer.
Everyone learns at a different pace, but on average it takes around 40-45 hours of lessons, alongside plenty of practice, before you’re ready to pass.
Costs vary based on the type of lesson and how many you book in a block, see our prices page for a full breakdown.
Absolutely, Lendrums Driving School offers intensive driving courses in {location} for learners who want to pass quickly, built around where you’re starting from.
Yes, we offer manual or automatic lessons in {location}, so you can choose whichever suits you best.
We do, we offer special rates for both students and NHS workers as a way of saying thank you.
Yes, we offer flexible pickup and drop off wherever suits you best, so lessons fit around your schedule.
We cover {location} and the surrounding areas – take a look at the areas listed above for details.
Simply get in touch {and we’ll match you with an instructor in Stamshaw|and we’ll find you an instructor in Stamshaw|and we’ll get you booked in with an instructor in Stamshaw, to suit your schedule.
Yes, we offer gift vouchers covering all of our lessons, which make a great gift for any special occasion.
Yes – we’re an official Grade A ORDIT training centre, so our trainers can guide you through the full instructor training. Take a look at the driving instructor training section above to find out more.
We are an official Grade A ORDIT (official register for driving instructor training) training centre, with Grade A Driving Instructor Trainers who will guide you through the process.
Follow this link and read about the driving instructor course, and why not set up a meeting with our Director / Ordit Trainer John, who will discuss the course and possibilities with you, allowing you to take the information and make a decision. There will be no hard sales talk or pushy tactics; the decision is yours, so why not find out more?
Once you’re qualified, why not join the team (read below)?
Driving Instructor Franchise {location}
Lendrums Driving School {location} is keen to find talented driving instructors to join the fantastic team.
Don’t take our word for it, we are happy for you to call and ask the instructors for yourself, so you know we are genuine, we value transparency and quality.
Karwan is one of our a great instructor who makes lessons relaxed and enjoyable in a safe and professional environment. He’s been a fully qualified ADI for 3 years now and lives locally with his family, so the local roads are second nature to him. He knows the test routes like the back of his hand and has a high pass rate. You’ll find him teaching in Southsea and the surrounding areas, including central Portsmouth, the docks, Hilsea and Hayling Island.
– Karwan, Approved Driving Instructor For Lendrums Driving School
Let our team of professional instructors help you get there and learn a skill for life. We also offer free access to our online theory training to help you as you go. Get in touch today.
Need the perfect gift for someone? We sell a range of driving lesson gift packs and vouchers.
