Driving Lessons
in Newcastle Upon Tyne

“What a great guy Will is
What a great guy Will is! First driving lesson last week and Will made it so easy and comfortable for me. Looking forward to my next one.”

Alex HLearner Driver - September '24

“Had a great first lesson with Will.
Had a great first lesson with Will. He put me right at ease and was really encouraging. I really appreciated that he keen to point out the things you're doing well as well as the things you can work on.”

Chris ParkerLearner Driver - August '24

“Mock test: Great Experience with Shift driving school!
I had a driving test scheduled and was looking for a mock test to check my preparedness for it! Reached out to shift driving school and they were kind enough to accomodate my request and book me a slot before my test.”

Tejus MedaLearner Driver - August '24

“Recently had my first lesson with Alex
Recently had my first lesson with Alex at shift and was made to feel very comfortable. After several other instructors he made me feel at ease with my nerves and spoke me through what we’d be doing and boosted my confidence, can’t thank him enough and hope to be passed soon with his teaching”

Laura WrightLearner Driver - July '24

“Thanks to Kelli!
Thanks to Kelli’s expertise, teaching and support, I passed my driving test today on my first attempt! I cannot recommend her and Shift Driving School highly enough to anyone looking to learn to drive confidently and efficiently.”

James BurnLearner Driver - June '24

“Old and anxious learner
As a slightly older (29) and very anxious learner, I thought I had missed my chance to learn to drive. But Lewis built me from the bottom up in both skills and confidence. He never made me feel nervous or stressed, and I had complete trust in him. I couldn't recommend him more or shift more.”

Kirsty ClarkLearner Driver - June '24

“Very professional service.
Very professional service. Passed first time. Would recommend.”

Lewis WaldieLearner Driver - June '24

“Lewis was great
Lewis was great, very patient and encouraging, he gave clear instructions with me being a beginner. Looking forward to our next lesson!”

Sophie EdminsonLearner Driver - June '24

“Would highly recommend Shift
Would highly recommend shift if you are looking for a driving instructor. I had lewis, and he was very professional and easy to get along with and can have a laugh with you to calm your nerves”

Liam WoodsLearner Driver - April '24

“Shift driving school is amazing!
Shift driving school is amazing! Really engaging with the students, reassuring and you can tell all of the instructors want the students to pass with confidence in their own driving. My instructor Kelli was absolutely fabulous, really helped me gain my confidence helping me take my next steps before passing my test with no minors! Would recommended to anyone learning to drive or wanting to learn.”

Eleanor MilliganLearner Driver - April '24

“Passed my driving test on the first try with Shift Driving School!
Passed my driving test on the first try with Shift Driving School! Kelli was an amazing instructor who always gave me honest feedback after every lesson and every lesson felt like a comfortable drive with banter.”

Michael WalkerLearner Driver - April '24

“I thoroughly enjoyed my first lesson with Alex.
I thoroughly enjoyed my first lesson with Alex. He was very patient with me throughout the drive and clearly described to me what I needed to improve on and how to correct any faults. I would highly recommend Shift Driving.”

Ishaq HussainLearner Driver - March '24

“Just passed first time having done 22 hours of lessons with Lewis in 2 weeks.
Just passed first time having done 22 hours of lessons with Lewis in 2 weeks. Lewis was a great instructor, every lesson we would talk about my progress, areas to return to and further practice as I wanted to take the test within a short window. Lewis makes you feel at ease and so lovely and friendly. Exactly what you want from an instructor. Would highly recommend. Great result, thank you so much.”

Shelley OmanLearner Driver - February '24

“Couldn’t recommend shift driving school enough
Couldn’t recommend shift driving school enough, Lewis has been amazing there was a couple of times where I lost my confidence and didn’t want to learn anymore, but Lewis was patience helpful and managed to help me pass. Thank you again !”

Emily HamiltonLearner Driver - December '23

“Alex was my instructor he helped me pass first time
Alex was my instructor he helped me pass first time, really good instructor, makes sure you iron out all issues straight away so you learn faster, highly recommend”

Luca LucasLearner Driver - October '23

“Recently completed my Pass Plus.
Recently completed my Pass Plus. Alex was a really good instructor and made the course enjoyable. Would recommend :)”

William GillisPass Plus - September '23

“Had a great experience completing my pass plus with Shift
Had a great experience completing my Pass Plus with Shift. My instructor was very calm and friendly, making me feel relaxed whilst driving. Would recommend to any learner drivers!”

Kirsten ScottPass Plus - September '23

“Amazing driving instructors
Amazing driving instructors, positive and helpful. Would highly recommend.”

Rosie McLeanLearner Driver - August '23

“Couldn’t praise this driving school more!
Couldn’t praise this driving school more! Incredibly friendly and amazing feedback. Passed first time with absolutely no bother and would absolutely recommend to anyone.”

Jordan ChapmanLearner Driver - August '23

“First time pass…
Passed on my Test first time thanks to the excellent, top class teaching from Lewis!! Brilliant and professional driving school to learn from… can’t thank them enough!”

LeoLearner Driver - August '23

“Highly Recommended
My Shift driving instructor was fantastic. He was always calm, and gave clear, easy-to-follow instructions which made me feel confident when driving. I passed first time so I would definitely recommend them!”

Abbie RLearner Driver - July '23

“Shift helped me pass!
Lewis was a brilliant driving instructor. He was patient, and made me feel comfortable in each lesson. I managed to pass first time because of him. I'd definitely recommend you using Shift if you want to pass.”

Nathaniel TeggLearner Driver - July '23

“Highly Recommend
Highly recommend. My time with Alex was enjoyable and I was able to get ready for my test with him very quickly and pass first time due to his excellent teaching”

Thomas DonnellyLearner Driver - July '23

“I have had a couple of Instructors
I have had a couple of Instructors and was quite put off by them until I found Lewis he’s extremely patient (even when I was dramatic) and they way he taught was so straight forward and efficient which I didn’t have previously he completely put me at ease I couldn’t recommend him enough!!”

Chelsey BellLearner Driver - Jun '23

“5 Star Driving School
I had an amazing instructor who was both patient and helpful. I was really nervous and he took the time to help me gain confidence. He was honest and reliable throughout my time at shift and I could not thank him enough. I could also not recommend shift driving school enough they are brilliant.”

Georgia PiperLearner Driver - June '23

“Alex was very good
Alex was very good. My 17 year old son passed first time with him.”

Steve RLearner Driver - June '23

“Super happy with Shift
I’ve been super happy using Shift, Had a poor experience with another instructor when I was 17 which had stopped me picking things up again until now at 32. My nerves were immediately were put at ease on the first lesson and everything after was easy.”

NathanLearner Driver - May '23

“Great instructors and a fair amount of flexibility
Could not fault Alex in any way he was amazing instructor who helped me pass, had been driving previously and had taken a break due to COVID restrictions. If I was do my driving exam again I would do my lessons with this company again.”

TobyLearner Driver - June '23