Basingstoke Driving School

Business Details

23 Years

experience

Manual Driving Lessons in Basingstoke

Established in 2003, Basingstoke Driving School has provided professional driving instruction for over 21 years, serving Basingstoke and surrounding areas including Beggarwood, Oakley, and Chineham. Our experienced instructor, with 22 years of teaching expertise, offers comprehensive training for learners aged 14 to 86, covering essential skills from first lessons to practical test preparation. We specialise in manual gearbox instruction using a modern Nissan Micra equipped with advanced safety features, including Intelligent Emergency Braking and Lane Departure Warning systems. Our services extend to Pass Plus courses, motorway training, eco-safe driving, and hazard perception test preparation, with a Hampshire County Council discount available for eligible candidates.

We guarantee consistent instructor assignment, full lesson duration, and a punctuality policy offering free additional time if delayed. As an Enhanced CRB-checked instructor and member of the Driving Instructors Association, we maintain strict professional standards while providing flexible payment options through card transactions in-car or online. Our high first-time pass rate reflects our commitment to quality instruction, supported by a database of local test routes and direct guidance for DVSA test bookings through official channels.

Services

Driving Lessons Pass Plus Courses Intensive Driving Theory Test Training Motorway Training

Details

Year established: 2003

Highlights and features

22 years of driving instruction experience in Basingstoke
Approved Hampshire County Council Pass Plus instructor
Modern Nissan Micra with advanced safety technology
Consistent instructor guarantee throughout training
Full lesson duration and punctuality guarantees

Associations and certifications

Driving Instructors Association

Website

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Services

Driving Lessons

Professional manual driving instruction using modern vehicles with advanced safety features. Lessons cover all aspects from basic control to complex road situations. Includes in-car card payment option and flexible scheduling for learners of all ages.

Pass Plus Courses

Specialised post-test training with Hampshire County Council discount for eligible drivers. Covers motorway driving, night driving, and adverse weather conditions. Enhances driving skills and insurance benefits for new drivers.

Theory Test Training

Comprehensive preparation including mock theory tests and hazard perception practice. Covers DVSA question bank and test format. Provides essential knowledge for passing the official DVSA theory examination.

Intensive Driving Courses

Accelerated training programs for rapid skill development. Tailored lesson plans with guaranteed instructor consistency. Includes practical test preparation and confidence-building exercises for nervous drivers.

Motorway Training

Specialised instruction for motorway driving confidence. Covers safe merging, lane discipline, and high-speed driving techniques. Essential for new drivers gaining experience on controlled-access highways.

People

Tony

Driving Instructor & Owner

With 22 years of driving instruction experience in Basingstoke, Tony is an Enhanced CRB-checked instructor offering comprehensive driving tuition. He has taught over 2,000 pupils aged 14 to 86, maintaining a high first-time pass rate while providing modern training vehicles and professional service.

Questions

How do I book a driving test?

Use official DVSA links provided on our website or visit https://www.gov.uk directly. Avoid third-party booking services to prevent scams.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept credit/debit card payments in-car or online for driving lessons and course bookings.

Am I eligible for the Pass Plus discount?

Hampshire residents aged 17-24 who passed their test within the last 12 months qualify for a £75 discount.

What guarantees do you offer?

We guarantee consistent instructors, full lesson duration, punctuality with free additional time, and 100% satisfaction with our money-back promise.

What vehicle features are included?

Our Nissan Micra includes Intelligent Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Hill Start Assist, and Reversing Sensors for safe training.

Reviews (5)

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Amy Tracy

Jun 07, 2022 Report

Tony is an amazing instructor, I passed first time with no problems. He is a very patient and reassuring guy for those who are nervous to start learning. He accommodated driving lessons very well around my work schedule. Thank you, Tony!

Annalise Archer

May 24, 2021 Report

Tony is a good instructor, I used to be so scared of roundabouts however he made sure that I know there's nothing to worry about and drive on the roundabout (I'm not afraid of them anymore yay), plus I'm deaf myself, he used hand gestures for where to go next which did help a lot.

Charlotte Chamberlain

May 12, 2021 Report

Thank you Tony for your sharing your knowledge, instruction excellence and support enabling my eldest daughter to pass her driving test with flying colours 1st time. Thoroughly recommended %. Great sense of humour too.

Keshan Raju

Mar 07, 2021 Report

Tony is such a charming driving instructor. I passed the test in my first attempt in the midst of the COVID-19 chaos and people struggling to book test slots. Not to mention that Basingstoke is known for its roundabouts as well as for its tough first time passing rate. The amount of patience he has towards learners is exceptional. We had small games associated with our classes and targets to achieve which made learning easier and much effective. Targeted classes working on multiple dimensions of road rules, real world scenarios and effective driving techniques helped me ace my driving test in my first attempt.

I would blindly recommend Tony & Basingstoke Driving School to anyone with any level of driving knowledge. One could just opt for classes and just trust him to get you through the test in your first attempt. And he has a very good sense of humour making our classes very interactive.

Alyx Sophie Wheeler

May 22, 2020 Report

Tony is a great driving instructor. Helped me to pass my theory and my practical both first time. I enjoyed his way of teaching as he made it fun and I always looked forward to my lessons. Lovely man and such a funny character. Best instructor!