Business Details
Driving Lessons in Kendal with Approach School of Motoring
Approach School of Motoring is a family-run driving instruction business established over 20 years ago in Kendal, Cumbria. Founded by Paul, our team now includes qualified instructors Nikki, Eileen, and Robert, alongside Joanne's administrative support. All instructors are DVSA-registered Approved Driving Instructors (ADIs) committed to the Approved Driving Instructor Code of Practice. We prioritise continuous professional development to ensure up-to-date training methods. Our instructors deliver tailored lessons with a proven track record of achieving pass rates exceeding national averages.We offer male and female instructors to accommodate learner preferences and specialise in adapting teaching approaches for diverse needs, including neurodiverse learners. Our comprehensive training programmes cover standard driving lessons, motorway instruction, refresher courses, confidence-building sessions, and Pass Plus certification. We maintain strong community ties through our FIRST APPROACH driving sessions for 15/16-year-olds and provide flexible gift voucher options for driving lessons.
Services
Driving Lessons
Motorway Driving Lessons
Refresher Lessons
Confidence Lessons
Pass Plus Courses
Gift Vouchers
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years' experience delivering driving instruction in Cumbria
- Our team includes both male and female DVSA-registered Approved Driving Instructors
- We maintain pass rates consistently exceeding national averages
- We specialise in adapting teaching methods for neurodiverse learners
- All instructors commit to ongoing professional development for up-to-date training
Associations and certifications
- Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
What people say
Great teacher
Patient instructors
Confident drivers
Higher pass rates
Tailored approach
Services
Driving Lessons
Comprehensive driving instruction for learner drivers in Kendal and surrounding areas. Our DVSA-registered instructors provide structured lessons covering all aspects of safe driving. Lessons are tailored to individual learning speeds and needs, with particular expertise in supporting nervous drivers and neurodiverse learners.
Motorway Driving Lessons
Specialist instruction for new drivers gaining confidence on motorways. Our experienced instructors teach essential skills for high-speed environments. Sessions focus on safe lane discipline, junction navigation, and maintaining appropriate distances at higher speeds.
Refresher Lessons
Tailored sessions for drivers returning to driving after breaks. Our instructors help re-establish confidence with modern road conditions. Lessons focus on updating knowledge of traffic regulations and improving vehicle control skills.
Confidence Lessons
Specialist instruction for drivers who have lost confidence. Our patient instructors create supportive learning environments. Techniques focus on gradual exposure to challenging driving situations with professional guidance.
Pass Plus Courses
Advanced driving courses for newly qualified drivers. DVSA-approved curriculum covering real-world driving scenarios. Designed to improve safety awareness and reduce accident risk for new drivers.
People
Paul Dixon
Founder
Established Approach School of Motoring over 20 years ago. Specialises in adaptive teaching methods for diverse learners. Maintains strong focus on instructor development and road safety education.
Joanne
Administrator
Manages administrative operations and organises FIRST APPROACH driving sessions for young learners. Provides essential organisational support for the instructor team.
Nikki
Driving Instructor
Qualified ADI since 2018 with expertise in modern driving instruction techniques. Specialises in creating relaxed learning environments for nervous learners.
Eileen
Driving Instructor
Newly qualified instructor joining the team in 2024. Trained in latest DVSA-approved teaching methodologies. Committed to developing confident, responsible drivers.
Robert
Driving Instructor
Experienced ADI added to the team in 2024. Brings fresh perspective to driving instruction while maintaining high teaching standards.
Questions
How do I book driving lessons?
Contact us through Facebook or Instagram to arrange lesson bookings. Our administrator Joanne will coordinate schedules with our available instructors.
Do you offer automatic transmission lessons?
We provide instruction for both manual and automatic transmission vehicles. Discuss your preference when booking to ensure appropriate instructor allocation.
What areas do you cover?
We operate primarily in Kendal and surrounding Cumbrian areas, including Endmoor. Our training covers urban, rural, and motorway environments.
Can I get lessons if I have special needs?
Yes, we specialise in adapting teaching methods for neurodiverse learners. Our instructors have experience supporting drivers with conditions like Asperger's syndrome.
What is the Pass Plus course?
DVSA-approved advanced training for new drivers. Covers motorway driving, night driving, and adverse weather conditions to improve road safety awareness.
Do you offer gift vouchers?
Yes, we provide physical and electronic gift vouchers for driving lessons. Vouchers can be purchased for any monetary value to suit recipient needs.
