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Lendrum's Driving School
Lendrum's Driving School
Lendrum's Driving School
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LENDRUM'S DRIVING SCHOOL

(5.0 Score)
Empire View, West Park Road, West Park Road, Southampton SO15 1AQ, UK Directions

Since 2010

Speciality:

✓ Hourly Lessons ✓ Motorway Driving Lessons ✓ Driving Instructor Training and Standard Check Training ✓ Intensive Driving Courses ✓ Automatic Driving Lessons ✓ Advanced Driving Lessons ✓ Pass Plus Driving Lessons

“Lendrum's Driving School was started in 2010 by John Lendrum, who is a fully qualified ADI (Approved Driving Instructor). LDS is affiliated with and governed by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) and the Driving Instructors Association members. The school features modern, air-conditioned, dual-control training cars and boasts an excellent pass rate. If you are a beginner driver getting behind the wheel for the first time or an already qualified driver requiring confidence building, you can be assured of the highest quality training, which is adapted to best suit your needs. All of their instructors are fully qualified, so you can rest assured that you are in safe hands. Their driving test rescue course is designed to help learners who have failed their driving test multiple times, providing them with the skills and confidence they need to finally pass. They offer student & NHS discounts. In addition, Lendrum's Driving School offers gift vouchers for all its lesson types. They offer pick-up and drop-off services, whether it’s from home to college, college to home, or during study breaks at college.

2025 Update: Their experienced driving instructors and flexible schedules make it easy for students to achieve their driving goals with them. They are offering manual driving lessons.”

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Registration 09876519

Contact:

07734 319271

Mon-Sat: 7:30am - 7pm
Sun: Closed

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Ahmed Driving School
Ahmed Driving School
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AHMED DRIVING SCHOOL

(4.9 Score)
54, Saint Mary’s Road, Unit 4, The Storm Plaza, Southampton SO14 0BH, UK
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Since 2016

Speciality:

✓ Intensive Course ✓ Non-Intensive Course ✓ Manual Driving Lessons ✓ Automatic Driving Lessons ✓ Driving Instructor Training

“2025 Update: Ahmed Driving School is an independent driving school located in the heart of Portswood, Southampton. Zia Ahmed is the director of the company. Their team consists of friendly, qualified, and experienced driving instructors, all of whom are CRB checked and DVLA-approved (ADI Grade A). They offer convenient pick-up and drop-off services from your home or any preferred location. Their lessons are conducted in a BMW Mini Cooper, widely recognised as one of the best cars for learning to drive. They cover many areas within Hampshire, with each instructor specialising in a specific region where they have years of experience. Ahmed Driving School also provides lessons on weekends and in the evenings for both manual and automatic vehicles.”

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Registration 15919099

Price:

STANDARD PRODUCTS
2-Hour Assessment Session: £81.00 10 Hours Prepaid: £400.00
20 Hours Prepaid: £790.00
30 Hours Prepaid: £1,170.00
40 Hours Prepaid: £1,540.00
REFRESHER PACKAGE
10-Hour Refresher Package: £450.00
20-Hour Refresher Package: £950.00
INTENSIVE COURSES
5 Hours Intensive: £290.00
10 Hours Intensive: £575.00
20 Hours Intensive: £1,140.00
30 Hours Intensive: £1,695.00
40 Hours Intensive: £2,250.00
TEST DAY FEES
Test Day Car Hire (Flat Fee): £120.00
Test Day Car Hire (Outside Area): £160.00
5-Hour Test-Ready Package: £195.00
7-Hour Test-Ready Package: £266.00

Contact:

0735 939 6876 02381 84 96 44

Mon-Sun: 8am - 10pm

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R&A Driving School
R&A Driving School
R&A Driving School
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R&A DRIVING SCHOOL

(4.9 Score)
33 Albion Tower, Southampton SO14 1HZ, UK Directions

Since 2010

Speciality:

✓ Advanced Driving Lessons ✓ Driving Instructor Training ✓ Intensive Driving Lessons ✓ Motorway Courses ✓ Refresher Courses ✓ Pass Plus Courses ✓ Driving Theory Test ✓ Manual Driving Lessons ✓ Automatic Driving Lessons

“R&A Driving School has highly experienced instructors and offers driving lessons in a stress-free and friendly environment. All of their driving instructors are ADI (Approved Driving Instructors). They have been teaching for 14 years in Southampton and surrounding areas. The school has satisfied over 38,139 customers. They have travelled over 125,349 kilometres. 99% of exams are passed. Here, you can select a car with a manual or automatic transmission. They employ various professional learning techniques that can be easily adapted to meet the needs of every student. R&A Driving School teaches in a friendly and calm atmosphere, offering total professionalism at the same time.

2025 Update: Albert and Robert Rosa are the instructors at the driving school.”

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Contact:

07783 297305 07837 867330

Mon: 6:30am - 10:30pm
Tue,Wed & Fri: 6am - 10:30pm
Thu,Sat & Sun: 6am - 11pm

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LENDRUM'S DRIVING SCHOOL REVIEWS

Whether you are considering becoming a driving instructor or just starting out with your first lessons I would strongly suggest you get in contact with Lendrums driving school. I have completed my ADI part one and two tests and passed both first time thanks to the excellent training provided by John. The support I have been given throughout this has been fantastic and Johns methods of teaching makes the training great fun. I can’t wait to get started with part three with John and Lendrums driving school. What a great and caring company.

I had zeleka as an instructor with lendrums and I could not have got a pass without her! We built a trust that was so important to be able to grow in confidence. I was a sweaty bag of nerves when I got in her car and less than a year later I'm driving with an automatic licence like it's second nature. She showed me kindness, patience and persistence to get me through my fear of driving. Cannot reccomend it enough.

My driving instructor is Vikki and could not recommend her enough! She is fantastic, very clam and will always go the extra mile to make sure you understand everything clearly. I have also had John as my instructor in the past and he is brilliant too! If you can, make sure to book through this school to start your driving journey.

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AHMED DRIVING SCHOOL REVIEWS

Zia Ahmed was excellent. Very professional and has a structured course that goes from the basics to test ready skills within 5-6 lessons in a steady pace. Zia was always punctual with time and can addresses the student's weaknesses well to help them progress. Highly recommended. I did my practice in Southampton and was well prepared to pass the test in Portsmouth without prior driving there. Thanks to the excellent lessons.

I passed my driving test first time with Zia Ahmed. He’s a calm, patient, and professional instructor who explains everything clearly and builds real confidence behind the wheel. He prepares you perfectly for the UK Driving Test. Highly recommended!

I cannot recommend Zia highly enough as a driving instructor. From the very first lesson, he was calm, professional, and incredibly supportive. He always explained everything clearly and made sure I understood not just how to pass the test, but how to be a confident and safe driver in everyday situations. Zia was patient, never made me feel nervous, and gave me the confidence I needed behind the wheel. He knew exactly how to prepare me for the UK driving test, covering all the key skills and helping me correct mistakes without ever making me feel bad about them.

R&A DRIVING SCHOOL REVIEWS

Could not recommend R & A Driving School highly enough to anyone.This driving school deserves MORE THAN A FIVE STAR REVIEW! they the most amazing school you can ever have to get that pink license. Not only that they taught me the skills I needed to pass but he also given me confidence to believe in myself ,which I think played the most important part in the success of my driving test full professionalism is admirable. I started my lessons with R and A after failing my first attempt from another instructor which I did almost 80 hours of lessons. With R and A expertise in teaching I can say that I had the best driving experience and I couldn't thank him enough. Excellent service indeed that goes above and beyond for what you pay for the lesson! Thank you so much R & A Driving School.

I highly recommend this driving school to anyone who is wondering where to start their driving adventure! Albert was the first instructor I called. As He said, he stayed with me until the end. His patience and approach is invaluable. It’s hard to put into words my satisfaction. Albert Thank You????I’ll say it again, You’re the Best Instructor and I’m Glad I Just Chose You.

Extremly recomend, for sure best in Southampton.

I had an exceptional experience with my driving instructor, Mr.Albert. His unwavering dedication and enthusiasm made each lesson enjoyable and productive. He displayed tireless patience and positivity throughout, creating a supportive learning environment. I highly recommend Albert and R&A school to anyone looking for a driving instructor who is truly committed to their students' success. Truly more than 5 stars. - Sunayana U Reply

TBR® Inspection Score Report

LENDRUM'S DRIVING SCHOOL Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Business Hours: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
License: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Videos: 10
Website Source: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

AHMED DRIVING SCHOOL Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Complete Info: 8
Acknowledgements: 10
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
License: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Website Source: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

R&A DRIVING SCHOOL Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Experience: 8
Reviews Study: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Website Source: 10
Website Standard: 10
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