Get an extra 5% (up to £200) off your course when you pay in full today!

Intensive Driving Courses in South Shields

If you’ve been looking around for a driving school here in South Shields, you’ve probably come across plenty of companies making bold claims, from a 5 day wait for a licence through to a guaranteed pass. Here at PassMeFast, though, we focus on quality, not gimmicks. That’s why thousands of learners have already passed with us—and why you could too, in just a few weeks. Read on for full details on our crash courses in South Shields.

OR

Booking Intensive Driving Lessons in South Shields

We’ve been in the driving biz for a while here at PassMeFast, and over time, we’ve come to realise that there are a few thoughts every learner driver has had at some time or another. One of the key worries, though, is that learning to drive can often be a long experience. From dragged-out weekly lessons through to lengthy waits for tests, it’s not always easy out there for a learner!

Thankfully, PassMeFast is different. When you book onto any of our courses (which you can check out on our prices page), you’ll see just how speedy we can be. That’s because we specialise in intensive courses, which can help you to pass within as little as a few days. Don’t worry if that sounds a bit too fast for you, though—if you’ve got a busy schedule, or simply don’t fancy quite such a quick pace, you’re free to spread your lessons out to fit your lifestyle.

If you’ve taken a look at automatic and manual cars and decided that auto is the way to go, then PassMeFast can help. You can book any of our courses in an automatic car simply by selecting this as your preferred transmission. We’ll then assign an instructor to take you for lessons in an automatic car here in South Shields.

We work exclusively with DVSA-registered driving instructors. This means that, when you’re out on the road, you can rest assured that you’re being taught by a consummate pro with a near-encyclopaedic knowledge of the local area. Meanwhile, our office team will be on hand to sort out the admin, as well as securing you an early test date via our unique fast-tracking system. All part of the service for our PassMeFast customers!

Want to pass fast? Don’t put off learning to drive—call us today on 0333 123 4949 to chat about your driving. On the other hand, if you’d rather skip straight to the good bit, book your driving course online. It takes just a few minutes, and you’ll soon be starting your driving journey for real.

Why choose PassMeFast for your intensive driving course?

Courses to suit you

Courses to suit you

Our driving courses can run intensively and semi-intensively or as slow as you need to go

Learn more
Want to pass fast?

Want to pass fast?

We can book test up to 8 weeks faster than DVSA wait times

Learn more
Success stories

Success stories

We’ve helped over 80,000 students get on the road, check out our reviews!

Learn more
Home Pickups

Home Pickups

Get picked up and dropped off at home for driving lessons across most of Great Britain

Learn more
Price image

Courses from £470

Our intensive driving courses come with fast-tracked practical test fee included!

Learn more
Customer support image

Support at every step

Our team is here to get things sorted for you, making your experience hassle-free

Learn more
An image of a person taking their practical test and someone marking it

Practical Driving Test Centres in South Shields

Though we all know that pass rates vary at different test centres, it always makes the most sense to learn to drive in your local area. So, what are the options available to learners looking to take their practical in this part of Tyne and Wear? Well, South Shields driving test centre is the obvious choice. If you’d rather cast your net a little wider, though, then you may also wish to try out Sunderland and Gosforth.

And did you know almost 9 in 10 people pass their driving test in the first three attempts? That’s why we’ve introduced PassProtect — giving you three attempts for the price of one.

Students taking their theory test online

Theory Test Centres in South Shields

Still at the start of your learning journey? Before you can even think about the practical, you’ve got one little obstacle to overcome first: the theory test. If you live in this part of Tyneside, then your closest theory test centres will be Newcastle and Sunderland.

PassMeTheory is an online theory revision session, where we go over the most difficult areas of the test. 9 out of 10 people said they felt more confident about their test after their session.

Haven't taken your theory test yet?

We recommend that all of our students pass their theory test well in advance of their preferred practical test date. This way, you won’t face any unexpected delays should you trip up. If you’d like us to schedule your theory test for you, simply add it onto your booking.

Green Map with pin over South Shields

Driving Around South Shields

During your lessons in South Shields, your instructor will start you off by building your skills up on local roads. They’ll also introduce you to some of the trickier road features you may need to tackle during your test itself. This will help you to feel more confident when it comes to factors such as getting into the right lane on time, allowing you to concentrate on developing hazards on the road.

If you’re not familiar with the South Shields test centre, you may not realise that it isn’t found in the middle of town. In fact, you’ll need to head out to the Bede Industrial Estate on the outskirts of Jarrow. Your test itself will take in a real mix of roads, from 70-mph dual carriageways to bustling residential streets.

Place near South Shields

KEY FACTS

  • Hebburn has a history dating back to Saxon times, and passed between various wealthy families during the Middle Ages
  • Coal began to be mined here in the seventeenth century, which continued until the 1930s
  • In response to the closure of the colliery, and to the Jarrow March, the Monkton Coke Works was built here in 1936
  • A BBC series called Hebburn, set in the town, was broadcast from 2012 to 2013

KEY FACTS

  • Jarrow is known for the Anglo-Saxon monastery Monkwearmouth–Jarrow Abbey, which was home to Bede
  • The town was known for shipbuilding, and was dominated at one point by Palmer’s, which employed up to 80% of the population
  • It was the starting point of the Jarrow March, where workers marched to London to protest unemployment
  • One of the town’s most famous locals is runner and TV presenter Steve Cram

Intensive driving course options and features

Learner driver with instructor

Beginner Course

Little driving experience but still want to get your licence fast? Our beginner courses could be perfect for you

learner driver with instructor

Intermediate Course

You've almost mastered many of the fundamental skills, but still have a way to go before you're test-ready

learner driver with instructor

Refresher Course

If you are nearly test-ready but need to iron out a few issues, one of our refresher courses could be ideal for you

Driving Schools in South Shields

Instead of learning to drive with an independent driving instructor, some people choose to learn with a driving school. Driving schools tend to offer a slower, more traditional approach to learning to drive than intensive course specialists like PassMeFast.

The major downside of the traditional 1- or 2-hour weekly lesson is that you don’t get to book a test until your instructor thinks you are ready — and with most test centres in Tyne and Wear being fully booked months in advance, you could end up waiting a long time (and wasting money on lessons to stop your skills from getting rusty while you wait).

PassMeFast works around you and your schedule, and your lessons will be at a pace that works for you in a modern, goal-focused way. PassMeFast is the faster and easier route to driving — we’ll do all the admin, our courses include a fast-tracked practical test date, and your driving instructor will pick you up from home or work.

Driving Instructors in South Shields

Most learners find driving instructors in South Shields by searching online or through a recommendation. Many instructors use social media or websites to advertise themselves and some are listed on the DVSA website. It can be difficult to find an available instructor — they’re still in very high demand after lockdowns, with some waiting lists up to 4 months long!

Need a driving instructor in South Shields? PassMeFast do the hard work of matching you with an instructor that suits your availability. We have over 100 driving instructors in Tyne and Wear who’ll work around your schedule and help you get on the road in a flash.

Wondering how fast you can pass? Our flexible but intensive driving courses mean you learn efficiently and boost your chances of passing ASAP. Instead of making you wait for ages for a test after your lessons, we fast-track your test before assigning an expert driving instructor to teach you. This goal-focused structure ensures your driving skills are fresh in your mind for your test so you’re more likely to pass.

Over 80,000 people have taken the faster route to driving with PassMeFast — and you can be next! Enter your postcode here to find prices in your area.

As well as offering our courses here in South Tyneside, PassMeFast is proud to cover all of Tyne and Wear. Take a look at the links below for detailed local information.

Can’t wait to pass? Visit our course recommender to discover which of our options suits you best. When you’ve found your perfect package, give us a call on 0333 123 4949 to chat to a team member about your driving lessons. You can also book your driving course online—it takes just a few minutes.

Why PassMeFast?

See how PassMeFast can help you get your driver’s licence in record time

Subscribe to PassMeFast

We'd love to let you know about our courses, news and offers via email. You may unsubscribe at any time.