Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Driving School in Portsmouth
Established in 1998, 1st Essential Driving School has built a reputation for delivering high-quality driving instruction across Portsmouth and surrounding areas. Our team of patient, experienced male and female instructors specialises in tailoring lessons to individual needs, catering to both confident and nervous learners. We offer flexible scheduling with pick-up from home, college, or work locations, ensuring convenience for all students. Our comprehensive approach includes manual and automatic lessons, refresher courses, and motorway training to develop safe, courteous drivers. With a focus on achieving high pass rates, we provide structured tuition that aligns with DVSA standards while maintaining competitive pricing.Our instructors undergo rigorous training to maintain instructional excellence, including preparation for DVSA Check Tests. We offer Pass Plus courses covering six practical modules to enhance post-test driving confidence. Transparent pricing includes discounts for NHS staff, students, and block bookings, with flexible payment options available. Our modern dual-controlled fleet includes Vauxhall Corsas, Hyundai i10s, and Ford Fiestas to ensure comfortable learning experiences. Committed to customer satisfaction, we prioritise clear communication and adaptability to meet evolving learner requirements.
Services
Driving Lessons
Instructor Training
Pass Plus Course
Refresher Tuition
Motorway Driving
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of driving instruction experience since 1998
- Our team includes qualified male and female driving instructors
- We offer discounts for NHS staff, students, and block bookings
- Our high pass rates demonstrate effective teaching methodologies
- Flexible pick-up from home, college, or work locations available
Services
Driving Lessons
Professional driving instruction using modern dual-controlled vehicles. Tailored lessons for manual and automatic learners, covering all road types and conditions. Focus on developing safe, confident drivers through structured, DVSA-compliant training programmes.
Instructor Training
Comprehensive driving instructor training with flexible payment options. Includes preparation for DVSA Check Tests through role-play and practical sessions. Designed for career changers seeking professional qualification as approved driving instructors.
Pass Plus Course
Six-module post-test training covering town driving, all-weather conditions, country roads, night driving, dual carriageways, and motorways. Enhances driving confidence and skills through practical assessment without formal testing.
Refresher Tuition
Targeted lessons for experienced drivers needing skill updates. Focuses on modern road conditions, new traffic systems, and confidence-building techniques. Ideal for those returning to driving after extended breaks.
Motorway Driving
Specialised instruction for safe motorway navigation. Covers lane discipline, speed management, junction techniques, and emergency procedures. Designed to build confidence in high-speed environments with expert instructor guidance.
Questions
What areas do you cover for driving lessons?
We provide driving lessons across Portsmouth and surrounding areas including Southsea, Gosport, Havant, Waterlooville, and Hayling Island.
Do you offer automatic driving lessons?
Yes, we offer both manual and automatic driving lessons using modern dual-controlled vehicles to suit individual learner preferences.
What payment options are available?
We offer flexible payment options including instalments for instructor training. Specific pricing details can be discussed during your initial consultation.
Do you provide Pass Plus training?
Yes, we offer DVSA-approved Pass Plus courses covering six practical modules to improve post-test driving confidence and skills.
What experience do your instructors have?
Our instructors are fully qualified with extensive experience teaching learners of all skill levels since 1998, including preparation for DVSA Check Tests.
