Highly-rated, professional manual and automatic driving tuition across Gateshead, Newcastle, and Tyneside. Learn at your own pace with a team that cares.
1,000+
Successful Passes
Highly Rated Local School
1,000+ passes and counting — every photo a real student, a real success.
Traditional gear-and-clutch control taught in safe, modern, dual-controlled cars. Perfect for learners who want the flexibility to drive any vehicle after passing. Focus on building technical expertise and mastery of the road.
Stall-free, smoother learning with zero clutch control required. Automatic lessons let you focus entirely on steering, road positioning, and speed management, often leading to faster test readiness and reduced anxiety.
Looking for a rewarding career change? Take control of your income and schedule. Train to become a qualified Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) with industry experts.
Fits around your current job and life commitments.
Placement opportunities available upon qualification.
At Steve Manse Driving School, we know that learning to drive is more than just passing a test—it's about building safe, lifelong driving habits.
Our friendly team of male and female DVSA-approved instructors tailors every course to fit your unique learning style. Whether you are adjusting your mirrors for the very first time or just need a final confidence boost before test day, we are here to support you every mile of the way.
Lessons adapted to your specific learning speed.
Male and female instructors available locally.
Hear from those who've successfully started their journey with us.
“Felt completely at ease during my entire learning process. The instructors are so professional yet friendly. Passed today with Jenna and couldn't be happier!”
“Patient and encouraging from the first lesson. Wayne is an incredible instructor who really knows how to break down complex junctions.”
“Boosted my confidence from rock bottom after a bad experience elsewhere. They set me up with Kev who was just the perfect match for my learning style.”
“Felt completely at ease during my entire learning process. The instructors are so professional yet friendly. Passed today with Jenna and couldn't be happier!”
“Patient and encouraging from the first lesson. Wayne is an incredible instructor who really knows how to break down complex junctions.”
“Boosted my confidence from rock bottom after a bad experience elsewhere. They set me up with Kev who was just the perfect match for my learning style.”
Coverage
We're based in Newcastle upon Tyne. Get in touch to confirm coverage for your location.
Service areas
8 locationsNewcastle
Our baseGateshead
Sunderland
North Tyneside
South Tyneside
Washington
Durham
Whickham
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