Learning to drive is about much more than passing a test. At RoadSmart, we help you develop the skills, awareness and confidence to become a safer, more responsible driver for life.
RoadSmart provides personalised driving lessons throughout Newcastle upon Tyne and the surrounding areas.
Whether you're taking your first lesson, building confidence or preparing for your driving test, I'm here to help you become a safer, more independent driver.
Everyone's driving journey is different. Whether you're learning from scratch, returning to driving or preparing for your test, RoadSmart provides coaching tailored to your needs.
Starting from the beginning? Develop your driving skills step by step, building confidence, awareness and independence along the way.
Start your journey →Returning to driving or feeling nervous? Build confidence, refresh your skills and develop a more positive approach to everyday driving.
Build your confidence →Experience a realistic driving test environment, identify areas for improvement and understand what you need to work on before your practical test.
Prepare for your test →From your first enquiry to your first driving lesson, I'll guide you through the process and help you understand exactly what happens next.
Tell me a little about yourself, where you're based and what you're looking for.
We'll discuss availability and find a suitable time to get started.
Receive your learner resources, access to MyDriveTime and RoadSmart online training.
Begin your lessons and develop the skills to become a safe, confident and independent driver.
Get in touch and let's talk about getting you started.
Getting started can feel overwhelming. My free Learning to Drive Guide helps you understand what to expect and how to prepare for your driving journey.
Driving doesn't always feel easy. Whether you've been away from the wheel for years, feel nervous in certain situations or simply want to improve your skills, RoadSmart can help you take the next step at your own pace.
We'll discuss what makes you feel uncomfortable and what you'd like to achieve.
Work on the areas that matter to you, with patient, supportive coaching.
Gradually develop your independence, awareness and confidence on the road.
Develop the knowledge, skills and coaching approach to help create safer, more responsible drivers.
Have you considered becoming a driving instructor?
It's a career that gives you the opportunity to
work independently, develop your own business
and make a genuine difference to the lives of
learner drivers.
At RoadSmart, we believe great instructors do
more than teach people to pass a test. They
develop thinking drivers who understand how
to make safer decisions on the road.
Learning to drive is a journey. We're proud to support our learners every step of the way, helping them develop the skills and confidence to become safer drivers.
Learning to drive with Les has ultimately been enjoyable and now I feel confident on the roads. Les helped me overcome everything I struggled with by constantly being encouraging and explaining everything well. He helped me pass my test first time feeling calm and confident!
Les is a great driving instructor! He is patient, calm and puts you at complete ease all the time. He explains everything very clearly and adapts his teaching to the individual. I couldn't recommend him enough.
As a naturally anxious driver who had a very negative experience with previous lessons, I was extremely nervous about getting back behind the wheel. From the very beginning, Les put me completely at ease. He is patient, kind, and genuinely cares about you as a person, not just as a learner driver.
Whether you're taking your first driving lesson, returning to driving after a break, or looking to develop your skills, RoadSmart can help you move forward.
Let's get started