GP Driving School: Expert Driving Lessons in Manchester

No, you don’t need to pass your theory test before starting driving lessons. In fact, many learners find that having practical lessons while studying for their theory helps them understand both better. At GP Driving School, we actively encourage students to start their driving lessons as soon as they’re ready, even if the theory test is still ahead. Seeing how road signs, markings, and rules work in real situations makes the theory part much easier to grasp. We’re also happy to support you with tips and resources to help you revise for the theory test effectively. While you must pass the theory before you can book your practical test, getting some driving experience under your belt early on often builds the confidence and motivation to pass both. Our instructors will be more than happy to explain anything you come across in lessons that might pop up in the theory test.

We offer driving lessons throughout a wide range of areas in and around Manchester. This includes city centre locations like Deansgate, Northern Quarter, and Ancoats, as well as surrounding areas such as Didsbury, Withington, Chorlton, Rusholme, Salford, Fallowfield, and Moss Side. Whether you’re based near the universities, living in the suburbs, or closer to places like Old Trafford, Hulme or Longsight, we’ve got instructors ready to come to you. Because we know the Manchester roads so well, we plan each lesson to suit your area – that might mean quiet streets for early practice or trickier junctions for advanced skills. Our instructors are also familiar with all the local test routes from centres such as West Didsbury, Cheetham Hill, and Sale. No matter where in Manchester you live, GP Driving School aims to offer accessible, local, and reliable lessons right where you need them.

Yes, we absolutely respect that some learners may feel more comfortable with a male or female instructor. At GP Driving School, your comfort and confidence are our top priorities, and we do our best to accommodate instructor preferences whenever possible. We have a team of friendly, fully qualified instructors – both male and female – who are experienced, patient, and professional. If you have a preference, just let us know when booking, and we’ll match you with the right instructor based on your needs and schedule. It’s important that you feel relaxed and supported during your lessons, and having the right instructor can make a big difference. While we can’t always guarantee your first choice immediately due to availability, we’ll always try to arrange something that suits you. If at any point you’d prefer to switch instructors, that’s no problem at all – your comfort comes first.

Yes, we offer both automatic and manual driving lessons at GP Driving School. Whether you’re looking to master gear changes or prefer the simplicity of automatic, we’ve got you covered. Some learners find automatic cars less stressful to drive, especially in busy areas like Manchester, where stop-start traffic is common. It’s a great choice if you want to focus more on road awareness and less on clutch control or gear shifting. However, it’s worth remembering that if you pass in an automatic, you’re only licensed to drive automatics – whereas a manual licence lets you drive both types. If you’re unsure which is right for you, we’re happy to talk through the pros and cons. All of our automatic vehicles are clean, comfortable, and fitted with dual controls, just like our manual ones. Whatever you choose, you’ll get expert guidance from a calm, friendly instructor who’s there to help you succeed.