Getting behind the wheel in Southsea is a big step worth taking seriously, and picking the right instructor makes all the difference to your confidence and progress behind the wheel. Like much of Portsmouth, Southsea has a mix of busy roundabouts, local traffic, and calmer surrounding areas means you’ll get a well-rounded learning experience, setting you up properly for your test and for real-world driving.
Our instructors know the local roads inside out, so we can build your skills quickly. Lendrums Driving School Southsea supports you from the moment you get in touch right through to the day you pass, with friendly support and genuine local expertise at every stage.
Don’t just take our word for it, so why not check out what our pupils have said. Whether you’re looking for your first lesson or are switching from another instructor, Lendrums Driving School Southsea is here to help you become a safe, confident driver.
As part of your learning journey you will need to pass the theory test, and we are delighted to offer all Lendrums Driving School customers no-cost access to our online theory training, resulting in a 95 percent first time theory test success rate.
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, our goal is simple – to help you pass and stay safe on the road for years to come.
You’re looking for a driving school that will give you the best results, right?, and that’s why you are browsing our website, so here are a few reasons why:
With everyday life being as stressful as it is and the roads becoming busier, now is a great time to be driving an automatic car.
You may be a complete beginner, or someone who has had a go at manual and found it wasn’t the right fit. Whatever 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.
Piece of cake 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 ‘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 easier, reducing pollution, and easy on the feet and legs, as no constant clutch control.
At Lendrums Driving School 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 Southsea that offer driving lesson discounts. Our coverage spans the whole area, 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 and vice versa from 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, looking after people and helping them get well again, therefore we offer a discount for NHS driving lessons, similar to the 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, so you can study at your own pace, whenever suits you. Alongside the hands-on lessons you’ll be having with your instructor in {location}, this sets you up for passing first time.
Many of our pupils 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’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 collect you from home and drive you to college or university, once you have a bit of experience on busier roads. Some of the colleges and universities we cover:
Southsea, a vibrant coastal suburb of Portsmouth, offers a unique and practical environment for learner drivers. With its mix of busy urban roads, multi-lane roundabouts, and quieter residential streets, the area provides an excellent training ground for new motorists. Whether you are just starting your driving journey or preparing for your test, Southsea’s varied road network helps build confidence and competence behind the wheel.
One of the key benefits of learning to drive in Southsea is exposure to real-world driving conditions. Major routes such as Clarence Parade and Avenue de Caen introduce learners to steady traffic flow, while the roundabouts along Eastern Road and the A2030 offer valuable practice in lane discipline and judgement. Consequently, by mastering these challenging junctions early on, drivers develop the skills needed to handle similar situations confidently in other towns and cities.
Beyond the practical lessons, Southsea’s charm lies in its blend of culture and leisure. Learners often find themselves driving past iconic landmarks like Southsea Castle, the D-Day Story museum, and the picturesque seafront promenade. These familiar surroundings make lessons feel less daunting, as students can relate their progress to recognisable parts of the community.
In addition to its daytime appeal, Southsea boasts a lively nightlife scene, with bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues clustered around Palmerston Road and Albert Road. For learners, this means gaining experience with evening driving, parking, and navigating busier social areas.
Ultimately, learning to drive in Southsea combines practical road experience with the enjoyment of a scenic, culturally rich location, making it an ideal place to build lasting driving skills.
Everyone learns at a different pace, but on average it takes around 40 to 45 hours of lessons, combined with plenty of practice, before you’re ready to pass.
Costs vary based on the lesson type and how many you book in a block, take a look at our prices page for the latest pricing.
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}, whichever works best for you.
Yes, we offer special rates for students and NHS staff as a way of saying thank you.
Yes, we offer flexible pickups wherever suits you best, so lessons fit around your schedule.
Our instructors cover {location} and the nearby towns and villages – take a look at the areas listed above for details.
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Yes, Lendrums Driving School offers gift vouchers covering all of our lessons, making a great present for a birthday, Christmas or any occasion.
Of course – we’re an official Grade A ORDIT training centre, so we can train 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 walk you through every step.
Click here 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 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 fantastic 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 value transparency and quality.
Meet Karwan, a fantastic instructor making lessons genuinely 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 knows all the popular test routes and consistently gets great pass rates. He covers Southsea and the surrounding areas, such as 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 master a skill you’ll have for life. We also provide free access to our online theory training to help you along the way. Get in touch today.
Need the perfect gift for someone? We sell a variety of driving lesson gift packs and vouchers.
