Learning to drive in Fratton is a big step worth taking seriously, and choosing the right driving school makes a real difference to your progress and confidence behind the wheel. Fratton’s mix of busy roundabouts, built-up traffic, and quieter back roads gives learners a well-rounded experience, preparing you thoroughly for your test and beyond.
Our instructors know the local roads inside out, so we can build your skills quickly. Lendrums Driving School Fratton supports you from the moment you get in touch right through to passing your driving test, with patient, experienced instructors and real local knowledge at every stage.
Our reputation speaks for itself, so have a look through our reviews. Whether you’re a complete beginner or need a bit of extra practice, Lendrums Driving School Fratton is ready to help you pass with confidence.
During your learning journey you will have to pass the theory test, and we are happy to offer all Lendrums Driving School customers no-cost access to our online training, which has led to a 95% first time theory test success rate.
Whatever stage you’re starting from, we make sure you feel calm, confident and fully prepared, shaping each lesson around what works for you. Thanks to our instructors’ patience and genuine care, we’re committed to helping you become a safe, confident driver for life.
You’re looking for a driving school that will deliver you the best results, right? that is why you are looking through our website, so here are some reasons why:
With everyday life being as stressful as it is and the roads getting 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, off you go with no delay.
Simple enough in an automatic car, as soon as you move your foot from the brake to the gas, the car will move, none of this constant clutch movement, putting on the handbrake and finding the biting point, you just calmly move feet from one pedal to the other. On top of that – no rolling backwards!
{location} has its share of busy roads, junctions, roundabouts, traffic lights and built-up areas, where you will be in traffic a lot of the time during your driving lessons, particularly during rush hour. In an automatic car its simple – we cannot make the traffic disappear, but you can control the car more easily, less pollution, and easier on your feet and legs, as no constant clutch control.
At Lendrums we understand the financial strain students are under, so we offer reduced rates on lessons and block bookings, to help you budget more easily, and we are among the few driving schools covering Fratton who offer driving lesson discounts. We cover all areas, and can pick up and return to college/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 – or the other way round, college/university to home.
As an NHS professional, we know the everyday stresses and strains you go through, and would like to thank you for your amazing efforts, keeping people safe and helping people recover, so we offer a discount for NHS driving lessons, just like we do 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.
You’ll get access to all the key topics covered in the official theory test, from hazard perception clips, road signs, and the Highway Code, letting you fit revision around your schedule. Combined with the practical driving lessons you’ll be having with your instructor in {location}, this gives you the best possible chance for getting through your theory and practical with confidence.
A lot of our learners find that working through the online training alongside their lessons helps everything click into place, as the theory and the practical reinforce each other.
If you are a student 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 a bit of experience on busier roads. Some of the colleges and universities we cover:
Fratton, a vibrant district in Portsmouth, offers an excellent environment for learner drivers to develop their skills. With its mix of residential streets, busy main roads, and varied traffic conditions, this area provides the perfect training ground for building confidence behind the wheel. Whether you are a complete beginner or brushing up on your driving abilities, Fratton’s diverse road network prepares learners for real-world driving scenarios they will encounter throughout their driving journey.
Fratton Road serves as a bustling thoroughfare, offering learners valuable experience in managing traffic flow, pedestrian crossings, and cyclist awareness. Additionally, the surrounding areas feature several roundabouts that help students master this essential skill, which is often challenging for new drivers. Consequently, practising in Fratton equips learners with the confidence to tackle similar road systems across Portsmouth and beyond, making them well-rounded and capable drivers.
Once you have earned your licence, Fratton’s proximity to Portsmouth’s attractions becomes a significant advantage. The historic Portsmouth Harbour, Spinnaker Tower, and Southsea seafront are all within easy driving distance, allowing newly qualified drivers to explore these landmarks independently.
Furthermore, Fratton’s location provides convenient access to Portsmouth’s thriving nightlife scene, including Gunwharf Quays with its restaurants, bars, and shopping outlets. This connectivity means learners can look forward to newfound freedom once qualified.
Ultimately, learning to drive in Fratton offers practical experience whilst opening doors to Portsmouth’s exciting attractions and entertainment options.
This varies from person to person, but most learners find it takes around 40-45 hours of lessons, combined with plenty of practice, before you’re ready to pass.
Prices depend on the type of lesson and how many you book in a block, see our prices page for full details.
Yes, we offer intensive driving courses in {location} for those wanting to fast-track their test, built around where you’re starting from.
Yes, we offer both manual and automatic lessons in {location}, whichever works best for you.
We do, we offer special rates for students and NHS staff to support the local community.
Yes, we offer flexible pickup and drop off from home, college, university or work, so you don’t have to worry about getting to us.
Our instructors cover {location} and the nearby towns and villages – check the areas we cover section above to see if we cover your area.
Simply get in touch {and we’ll match you with an instructor in Fratton|and we’ll find you an instructor in Fratton|and we’ll get you booked in with an instructor in Fratton, to suit your schedule.
Yes, Lendrums Driving School offers gift vouchers covering all of our lessons, which make a great gift for a birthday, Christmas or any occasion.
Yes – we’re an official Grade A ORDIT training centre, so we can train 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 support you all the way.
Follow this link and read about the driving instructor course, and why not book a chat with our Director / Ordit Trainer John, who will talk you through the course and your options, 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)?
Instructor Franchise Opportunities {location}
Lendrums Driving School {location} is on the lookout for great driving instructors to join the fantastic team.
No need to just 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’re big on transparency and quality.
Meet Karwan, a great instructor who makes lessons enjoyable in a supportive, professional setting. With 3 years’ experience as an ADI and lives in the area with his family, so he knows the roads inside out. He knows the test routes like the back of his hand and consistently gets great pass rates. Karwan covers Southsea and the surrounding areas, including central Portsmouth, the docks, Hilsea and Hayling Island.
– Karwan, Approved Driving Instructor For Lendrums Driving School
Our professional driving instructors are here to help you achieve your goal and pick up a skill that’ll last a lifetime. We also offer free online theory training to help you along the way. Contact us today.
Stuck for gift ideas? We sell a range of gift packs and vouchers.
