Shift Driving School

Clavering House, Clavering Pl, NE1 3NG, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Shift Driving School
Clavering House, Clavering Pl
NE1 3NG, Newcastle Upon Tyne
+443339968989

Opening hours

  • sunday: (closed)
  • monday: 8:30-18:30
  • tuesday: 8:30-18:30
  • wednesday: 8:30-18:30
  • thursday: 8:30-18:30
  • friday: 8:30-18:30
  • saturday: (closed)

At Shift Driving School, we offer expert driving lessons in Newcastle, Gateshead, Middlesbrough, Redcar, Stockton & Yarm tailored to meet each student's individual needs. Our experienced and friendly instructors ensure you build confidence and skills in a safe and supportive environment. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, we provide manual and automatic driving lessons, along with intensive courses to suit your schedule. With competitive rates and flexible scheduling, Shift Driving School is your trusted partner to get on the road with confidence. Book your first lesson today and start your journey towards safe, confident driving!

Our comment from DrivingSchoolsTOP.co.uk about Shift Driving School:

Shift Driving School is a highly recommended driving school known for its exceptional instructors and supportive learning environment. Many students have praised the friendly and patient nature of their instructors, including Kelli and Lewis, who have helped numerous individuals pass their driving tests, often on the first attempt. Customers appreciate the following highlights:

  • Personalized Instruction: Instructors like Kelli and Alex focus on boosting student confidence while providing honest feedback to help them improve.
  • Comfortable Learning Atmosphere: The welcoming demeanor of the instructors helps reduce learner anxiety, making the experience enjoyable.
  • Great Success Rate: Many students have shared their successes, passing on their first try or after just a few lessons.
  • Positive Reinforcement: Instructors make use of encouragement and affirmation, further motivating students to succeed.

While some users have mentioned the cost of lessons, they also emphasized that the quality of instruction justifies the investment. Overall, Shift Driving School stands out as a reliable choice for anyone looking to learn to drive with confidence and support.

Shift Driving School: Reviews

4.9/5 (32 Reviews)
Enigma 963Hz 8 months ago

Negative experience: I have a very bad experience with this company. They wasted my time and money. I am really sorry for them

Matthew Lamb 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Passed 2nd time thanks to my instructor Lewis! Exceptionally friendly and supportive, always made lessons comfortable and fun and I couldn't have passed without his help. Lessons are expensive but worth the money!

Sasha Gillings 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: Had an amazing time with Shift, after some not so good instructors. Simon was patient, thorough and friendly, and I really enjoyed my lesson and will miss them now I’ve passed! I’d recommend Shift to anyone looking for a team of quality driving instructors.

Takunda Havire 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: My driving experience with Kelli at shift driving school was one of the best things I have ever done for myself. The patience that Kelli provides for her students is unlike no other. I had previous instructors who were very impatient and it made my driving experience a horror show, but Kelli made me fall in love with driving again. She uses great words of affirmation to tell you how well you are doing but is also not afraid to give her honest opinion when you need to hear it the most. I am now a fully licensed driver and its all thanks to Kelli.

Shift Driving School
Shift Driving School

Hi Takunda,

Congratulations on passing your test yesterday! We’re so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your lessons with Kelli. She’ll be thrilled to read your kind words, as are we! Wishing you many happy and safe miles ahead.

Team Shift

Amarah Latif 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Lewis was a very patient and reassuring driving instructor and couldn’t recommend him enough! Definitely couldn’t have passed without him and shift thanks!

Shift Driving School
Shift Driving School

Well done Amarah and thanks for your kind review :)

Amber Burns 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Was so patient and welcoming, frankly, I couldn’t have gotten anyone better!

Shift Driving School
Shift Driving School

Well done on your Pass Amber! :)

grace wong 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Many thanks to Lewis, such a patient instructor. I was very nervous at the beginning but felt much confident at the end of lesson. I definitely recommend Shift driving school.

Shift Driving School
Shift Driving School

Thanks for your kind review Grace. We’re pleased you feel confident again :) you know where we are if you need any more refresher lessons. Thanks - Team Shift

Rebecca Knaggs 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I was abit anxious about the idea of driving a car for the first time but within minutes of getting in the car I felt very at ease, my instructor Simon was very friendly and welcoming, easy to talk to and answered my questions, what I thought would be a horrible experience turned out to be a Fantastic one and I can’t wait for my next lesson.

Shift Driving School
Shift Driving School

Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad Simon made you feel at ease and turned your nerves into a fantastic experience (he's great isn't he). We can’t wait to see your confidence grow. Keep us updated! Team Shift

Sorelle Grossberger 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I just passed my driving test. I'm so grateful I had Kelli as my instructor. She is a lovely person, extremely patient and a fantastic teacher! I would highly recommend her, she gives her students confidence "and goes the extra mile!" I will definitely miss our lessons together. Thank you Kelli! Wishing you well for the future. Soroh G

Shift Driving School
Shift Driving School

Well done Sorelle, it's been our pleasure! Thank you for your kind review, we'll be sure to pass this onto Kelli. Team Shift

megs 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Kelli was my instructor and she was amazing, so patient and calm never made me panic when on the roads. I would really recommend Shift Driving School, I passed first time with only 2 minors !

Terry 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Just watched Geoff Buys Cars on You tube and he would like yourselves to contact him, regarding to clarify the article attributed to yourselves on Birmingham live

Shift Driving School
Shift Driving School

Hi, we have tried to contact him. Can you please email any links or content to [email protected]. We have nothing to do with Birmingham Live what so ever so we’re very keen so know what this is all about. Thanks, Shift.

Chris Parker 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: 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.

Shift Driving School
Shift Driving School

Thanks for your review Chris! We're glad you're enjoying your lessons with Will :)

Laura Wright 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: 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

Lewis Waldie 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Very professional service. Passed first time. Would recommend.

Shift Driving School
Shift Driving School

Thanks Lewis! Glad we could help.

Sophie Edminson 1 year ago

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

James Burn 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: 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. My experience with Shift Driving School was fantastic, from contacting them to arrange lessons to my instructor, Kelli, who was amazing and whose lessons I thoroughly enjoyed. I will miss my weekly lessons going forward! With Kelli’s guidance, I saw great progress in a short amount of time. Her patience, positivity, and encouragement was fantastic throughout the entire process. Kelli takes time to get to know you, and I can safely say she is the kindest and most supportive driving instructor you will have. A big thanks again to Kelli for her outstanding instruction and support throughout my journey. I would never have passed without you.

Arjun Kang 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Highly Reccomend. Alex was great with me during my time with Shift & helped me overcome many mistakes

Tarek Hawwash 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Great service. Alex showed a lot of commitment. He is highly recommended as a driving instructor. Follow his directions and get you pass the test.

Shift Driving School
Shift Driving School

Hi Tarek, thanks for your kind words! We'll be sure to pass on the message.

Michael Walker 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: 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.

Adz 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Can't rate shift highly enough. My instructor Alex was exceptional. He always motivated me and fully had my best interests at heart. Highly recommend!!!

Ishaq Hussain 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: 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.

shelley oman 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: 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.

Ryan John Wright 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Alex proved to be an exceptional driving instructor whose guidance has left a lasting impact. Long after successfully passing my driving test, his valuable tips remain ingrained in my daily driving habits, contributing to a safe and professional approach on the road. Through his gradual and effective teaching style, Alex instilled a growing sense of confidence in me. Moreover, he consistently demonstrated unwavering support, always addressing specific areas of concern that I personally wished to prioritise. We connected seamlessly and enjoyed moments of laughter, a departure from my prior experiences with driving instructors - unlike those encounters marked by rudeness and impatience, Alex's approach was entirely different, even in moments of inevitable mistakes during the learning process, he maintained his composure and provided constructive support along with practical solutions.

Luca Lucas 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: 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

William Gillis 2 years ago

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

K Scott 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: 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!

Rosie McLean 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing driving instructors, positive and helpful. Would highly recommend

Webdeco. 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: What a great company to not only learn to drive with, but to actually work with too. We would highly recommend Shift without a doubt.

Abbie R 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Alex was a fantastic driving instructor. 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 Shift.

Shift Driving School
Shift Driving School

Thank you for your kind review Abbie! We're delighted you had a fantastic experience with your Shift driving instructor. Congratulations on passing your test first time, and we appreciate your recommendation. Safe driving! Shift.

Thomas Donnelly 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: 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

Georgia Piper 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: The best driving school. Not only reliable but really friendly instructors. They are open and honest to help you improve whilst always being kind and helping you. I could not thank them enough for helping me pass first time. They are an amazing driving school and I highly recommend them if you want a reliable instructor who won’t knock your confidence.

Nathan Sterling 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: 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.

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