Lesson option 01
One hour
Book an hour at a time
£38
1 hour of driving tuition
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Driving lessons in Gateshead & Newcastle
Learn to drive.
Patient, friendly driving lessons with Gary Greenup. Whether you’re getting behind the wheel for the first time or coming back after a break, we’ll go at a pace you’re comfortable with.
★★★★★Reviews from past pupils
Read our reviews on Yell ↗
Read our reviews on Yell ↗
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Independence Driving School
Your local driving instructor.
Your local driving instructor.
● Gateshead · Newcastle · North & South TynesideMeet your instructor
Beginner offer
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Gary GreenupDriving instructor
Meet your instructor
A patient instructor.
Especially when you’re nervous.
I’m Gary. I’m a fully qualified driving instructor and a member of the Driving Instructors Association. I pride myself on being patient, reliable and calm. I work well with nervous drivers, and I want you to enjoy your lessons as well as learn from them. We’ll take the time you need to feel comfortable behind the wheel.
Gary Greenup
Approved Driving Instructor · Member of the Driving Instructors Association
✓ Patient & reassuring✓ Lessons at your pace✓ Local knowledge
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Lesson prices
Pay by the hour or book a block of lessons. All pupils get one month’s access to Driving Test Success Online to help with theory practice.
Please contact Gary before purchasing a lesson or bundle to check availability.
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Two hours
A longer lesson
£76
2 hours of driving tuition
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Lesson option 03
10 hour bundle
10 hours of tuition
£370
10 hours of tuition · New driver starter pack
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Lesson option 04
20 hour bundle
20 hours of tuition
£720
20 hours of tuition · New driver starter pack
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Lesson option 05
40 hour bundle
40 hours of tuition
£1,400
40 hours of tuition · New driver starter pack
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Pupil reviews
What Gary’s pupils say
More reviews on Yell ↗★★★★★
Highly recommended, passed first time
“Very professional, reliable and flexible. Effective teacher who is very good at explaining manoeuvres and all other aspects of driving.”
TomK-256Yell review · 17 January 2021
★★★★★
Could not recommend him enough
“He’s so calm and patient with you, he makes you feel so relaxed. I had a few instructors and tests before I had Gary and I passed first time with him.”
FayeM-75Yell review · 13 January 2021
★★★★★
Patient and supportive
“I was very nervous starting my lessons later in life. Gary was patient and supportive and gave me feedback at the end of every lesson.”
EmmaJane15Yell review · 6 March 2018
Learner resources
Getting ready for your tests
Useful links and downloads to help you prepare. Check GOV.UK for the latest test information and to make a booking.
01
Theory & hazard perception
Prepare for both parts of the theory test, then book through the official government service.
Book your theory test ↗02Practical driving test
Find out what happens on the day, what to bring, and how to book your practical test.
Get test-day ready ↗03Free learner resources
Download the learner pack to use alongside your lessons.
Download the resource pack ↗04Show me, tell me
Use the current official vehicle safety questions to prepare. Our 2020 question sheet is also available below.
Read the current questions ↗Get in touch
Thinking about
driving lessons?
Give Gary a call or send a message to ask about lessons, availability or anything you’re unsure about.
07779 084633 ↗Prefer a text? Send “LESSONS” and Gary will call you back.
[email protected]Gateshead · Newcastle · North & South Tyneside
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