Learning to drive in Fratton is a major achievement worth doing properly, and picking the right instructor makes all the difference to your progress and confidence behind the wheel. Fratton’s mix of busy roundabouts, town centre traffic, and calmer surrounding areas means you’ll get a well-rounded learning experience, preparing you thoroughly for your test and beyond.
Our driving instructors know the Fratton area well, helping you progress faster. Lendrums Driving School Fratton supports you from your first lesson enquiry right through to passing your driving test, with friendly support and genuine local expertise every step of the way.
Our reputation speaks for itself, so have a look through our reviews. Whether you’re looking for your first lesson or want top-up lessons before your test, Lendrums Driving School Fratton is ready to help you pass with confidence.
As part of 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, helping achieve a 95% first time theory test pass.
No matter your experience level, from your first lesson right through to test day, we make sure you feel calm, confident and fully prepared, shaping each lesson around what works for you. With patience, clear guidance and a genuine passion for teaching, we’re committed to helping you become a safe, confident driver for life.
You’re looking for a driving school that will give you the best results – right?, and that’s why you are looking through our website, so here are some reasons why:
With the stresses of everyday life and the roads becoming busier, now is a great 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. No matter your level, we can cater for you, and promise you 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, as there is no clutch, so when you come off the brake and press the accelerator, there’s no hesitation, you just go.
Simple enough 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. On top of that – no rolling backwards!
{location} has its share of busy roads, junctions, roundabouts, traffic lights and built-up areas, where you ‘ll be in traffic a lot of the time 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, 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 driving lesson and block booking discounts, to help you budget more easily, and we are one of the few driving schools covering Fratton 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 have experience, we’ll 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 show our appreciation for your hard work, keeping people safe and helping people recover, therefore we offer a discount for NHS driving lessons, the same as for students, as a way of saying thank you.
We offer FREE online theory and hazard perception training for all customers, to help you pass your theory test easily.
Our training platform includes all the key topics covered in the official theory test, including hazard perception clips, road signs, and the Highway Code, allowing you to revise in your own time, at your own pace. Combined with the hands-on lessons you’ll be having with your instructor in {location}, this sets you up for passing both parts of your test first time.
A lot of our learners find that combining the online theory prep with their practical lessons helps the two sides of learning to drive come together, since the rules you’re learning on paper are the same ones you’re applying behind the wheel.
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 within Portsmouth, offers an excellent environment for learner drivers to build confidence and master essential skills. With its mix of residential streets, busy main roads, and varied traffic conditions, this area provides the perfect training ground for new motorists preparing to pass their driving test and navigate real-world situations with ease.
One of the key advantages of learning to drive in Fratton is exposure to a range of road types. Learners will encounter busy routes such as Fratton Road and Goldsmith Avenue, which help develop awareness of pedestrian crossings, cyclists, and heavy traffic flow. Additionally, Portsmouth is home to several roundabouts, including those near the M275, giving students valuable practice in lane discipline, signalling, and merging safely. Mastering these features early on ensures learners are well-prepared for busier city driving once they pass their test.
Beyond the practical benefits, driving lessons in Fratton allow learners to familiarise themselves with Portsmouth’s notable attractions. Routes often pass near the historic Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and the iconic Spinnaker Tower, offering a scenic backdrop to lessons while building route-planning confidence.
Once qualified, new drivers can enjoy Portsmouth’s lively nightlife and entertainment scene, from Gunwharf Quays’ restaurants and bars to Southsea’s seafront attractions. Having a licence opens up independent access to these popular destinations.
Ultimately, learning to drive in Fratton equips students with diverse skills through varied road conditions, while also connecting them to Portsmouth’s rich attractions and vibrant social scene, making the learning journey both practical and enjoyable.
Everyone learns at a different pace, but on average it takes around 40-45 hours of lessons, alongside plenty of practice, to be ready for your test.
Pricing is based on the lesson type and how many you book in a block, so check our prices page for full details.
Yes, Lendrums Driving School offers intensive driving courses in {location} for anyone looking to pass in a shorter timeframe, built around where you’re starting from.
Yes, we offer both manual and automatic lessons in {location}, depending on your preference.
Yes, we offer discounts for students and NHS staff to support the local community.
Yes, we offer flexible pickups from home, college, university or work, to make fitting lessons into your day easier.
We cover {location} and the nearby towns and villages – check the areas we cover section above for details.
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We do, Lendrums Driving School offers gift vouchers for all our lesson types, which make a great gift for any special occasion.
Yes – Lendrums Driving School is an official Grade A ORDIT training centre, so our trainers can guide you through all three parts of 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 arrange 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 have been trained, why not join the team (read below)?
Instructor Franchise Opportunities {location}
Lendrums Driving School {location} is always looking for talented 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.
Karwan is a brilliant instructor who makes lessons relaxed and enjoyable in a safe, professional environment. With 3 years’ experience as an ADI and lives locally with his family, so he knows the roads inside out. He’s familiar with all the popular test routes and has built up a strong pass rate over the years. Karwan covers Southsea and the surrounding areas, like 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 learn a skill for life. We also offer free online theory training to help you every step of the way. Get in touch today.
Need the perfect gift for someone? We sell a range of gift vouchers and lesson packs.
