Getting behind the wheel in Kingston is a major achievement worth doing properly, and finding the right driving school makes a real difference to your progress and confidence behind the wheel. Like much of Portsmouth, Kingston has a mix of busy roundabouts, local traffic, and quieter back roads gives learners a well-rounded experience, preparing you thoroughly for your test and beyond.
Our driving instructors know the local roads inside out, so we can build your skills quickly. Lendrums Driving School Kingston supports you from the moment you get in touch right through to passing your driving test, with friendly guidance and expert local knowledge at every stage.
Don’t just take our word for it, so have a look through our reviews. Whether you’re looking for your first lesson or need a bit of extra practice, Lendrums Driving School Kingston is ready to help you pass with confidence.
During your learning journey you will have to pass the theory test, and we are delighted to offer all Lendrums Driving School pupils no-cost access to our online training, which has led to a 95% first time theory test pass.
Whatever stage you’re starting from, we focus on building your skills and confidence at your own pace, tailoring every lesson to how you learn best. 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 give you the best results, right? that is why you are browsing our website, so here are some reasons why:
With the stresses of everyday life and the roads getting 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 will 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 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 make things easier on your budget, and we are one of the few driving schools covering Kingston who offer driving lesson discounts. Our coverage spans the whole area, and can pick up and return to college/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 and vice versa from college/university to home.
As an NHS professional, we know just how much pressure you’re under, and would like to show our appreciation for your hard work, looking after people and helping them get well again, so we offer a discount for NHS driving lessons, just like we do for students, as a way of showing our appreciation.
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, including hazard perception clips, road signs, and the Highway Code, allowing you to revise in your own time, at your own pace. Alongside the hands-on lessons you’ll be having with your instructor in {location}, this puts you in the strongest position for passing first time.
Many of our pupils find that working through the online training alongside their lessons helps everything click into place, because what you study online is exactly what you’re practising on the road.
If you are a student at college or university, we can collect you during study breaks, taking you back to your studies or home once your lesson’s done, plus we can collect you from home and drive you to college or university, once you have some experience on busier roads. Some of the colleges and universities we cover:
Learning to drive in Kingston, Portsmouth offers a unique blend of challenges and opportunities for new motorists. This vibrant coastal area provides learners with diverse driving conditions, from busy urban streets to coastal roads, making it an excellent location to develop well-rounded driving skills. Whether you are a complete beginner or looking to build confidence behind the wheel, Portsmouth’s varied road network prepares you for real-world driving scenarios.
Portsmouth is known for its network of roundabouts, which can initially seem daunting to new drivers. However, mastering these junctions is essential for safe driving in the UK. Local driving instructors familiar with Kingston’s specific routes can guide learners through busy areas such as the A3 and Northern Parade, helping them build confidence in heavy traffic. Additionally, practising during peak hours allows learners to experience realistic conditions, ensuring they are well-prepared for their test and beyond.
One advantage of learning to drive in this area is the opportunity to familiarise yourself with popular tourist attractions. Routes passing near the Historic Dockyard and Southsea seafront offer varied road types, including narrow streets and coastal routes, further enhancing your driving experience.
Portsmouth’s lively nightlife and entertainment options mean learner drivers must also practice night driving and navigating busier evening traffic, an invaluable skill for future independence.
Ultimately, learning to drive in Kingston, Portsmouth, combines practical skill-building with the chance to explore a dynamic, attraction-rich city.
Everyone learns at a different pace, but typically it takes around 40-45 hours of lessons, plus plenty of practice, to reach test standard.
Prices depend on the lesson type and how many you book in a block, so check our prices page for a full breakdown.
Yes, we offer intensive driving courses in {location} for anyone looking to pass in a shorter timeframe, tailored to your current ability.
Yes, we offer both manual and automatic lessons in {location}, so you can choose whichever suits you best.
Yes, we offer discounts for students and NHS staff to support the local community.
Absolutely, we offer flexible pickups from home, college, university or work, so you don’t have to worry about getting to us.
We cover {location} and the nearby towns and villages – see our full list above to see if we cover your area.
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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 – we’re an official Grade A ORDIT training centre, so our trainers can guide you through all three parts of instructor training. See the section above for more details.
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.
Click here and read about the driving instructor course, and why not book a chat 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 what have you got to lose?
Once you have been trained, why not join the team (read below)?
Instructor Franchise Opportunities {location}
Lendrums Driving School {location} is always looking for amazing driving instructors to join the brilliant team.
You don’t have to 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 believe in transparency and quality.
Meet Karwan, a great instructor making lessons genuinely enjoyable in a supportive, professional setting. He’s been an ADI for 3 years and lives in the area 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 pick up a skill that’ll last a lifetime. We also provide free online theory training to help you every step of the way. Get in touch today.
Looking for that perfect gift? We sell a variety of driving lesson gift packs and vouchers.
