126 Lockesley Drive Orpington BR5 2AE
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Local Automatic Driving Lessons
Who will you trust with your tuition?
Hi- I'm Matt Shurmer.
I offer high quality, structured, automatic driving lessons at competitive prices with great results in Orpington, Bromley, Sidcup and Swanley.
My job is to simplify your driving, to make your learning experience as easy, and as enjoyable, as I possibly can.
Read the Local Customer Reviews and let our pupils tell you why it's the best move you'll ever make when looking for driving tuition. No other driving school gives you more!
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Recent test passes and Customer Reviews
Victoria C
Victoria C
Victoria C
Super well done to Victoria C from Sidcup on passing her automatic driving test today 2nd June 2021 FIRST TIME with only 3 driving faults!
"Matt is always very patient and encouraging, and really made the effort to understand the areas of driving I was concerned about and gave exceptional guidance, noteworthy constructive advice and really helped to build my confidence with driving."
Kirsty M
Victoria C
Kirsty M
Massive congratulations to Kirsty M from Orpington who passed her automatic driving test today 2nd June 2021.
"Matt has been amazing, very patient, supportive and flexible with lesson times when needed. I definitely wasn't the easiest of students, but Matt was a fantastic teacher and I finally passed! I would highly recommend! "
Harry C
Rosie L-F
Kirsty M
Well done to Harry C from Bromley who passed his automatic driving test first time (with me) today 25th May 2021.
"Matt was a great driving instructor, with his help I was able to pass on my first test effort with minimal faults! Highly recommended to anyone looking for an instructor in the Bromley area."
Rosie L-F
Rosie L-F
Rosie L-F
Rachel H
Rosie L-F
Rosie L-F
Huge congratulations to Rachel H from Swanley who passed her automatic driving test today 11th May 2021 first time with only the 4 driving faults!
"I lack self- confidence and Matt really helped with that, by being very patient and making lessons fun. There have been times when I have wanted to give up but Matt gave me so much encouragement."
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App to track Lessons, Payments and Progress
App to track Lessons, Payments and Progress
Theory Test Pro is a highly realistic online simulation of the UK’s driving theory tests.
It contains all the official revision test questions licensed from the DVSA, the people who set the tests.
App to track Lessons, Payments and Progress
App to track Lessons, Payments and Progress
App to track Lessons, Payments and Progress
Includes a complete history of all lessons and outcomes, a schedule of future bookings, total hours completed and prepaid time remaining.
The app enables you to track how you're doing at multiple levels as you progress through the syllabus.
It provides a full history of all payments made and the hours you've bought, used and any pre-paid time remaining.
Free Training Logbook & Training App
Free help to Combat your Nerves & Anxiety
Free help to Combat your Nerves & Anxiety
- 36 pages of content
- The full list of 'Show Me, Tell Me' questions
- Reflection Logs
- Mock Test Report Sheets
- Dedicated app which supports the logbook providing detailed explanations, quizzes and questions to stimulate understanding.
Free help to Combat your Nerves & Anxiety
Free help to Combat your Nerves & Anxiety
Free help to Combat your Nerves & Anxiety
12 Months Free & Unlimited Online Access:
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WHY DO SO MANY PUPILS CHOOSE TO LEARN WITH Matt?
"With the fantastic help from Matt and his great teaching skills I felt confident and relaxed."
"Matt lives near me and he would highlight when I had done something well- a huge encouragement."
"Matt lives near me and he would highlight when I had done something well- a huge encouragement."
* High First Time Pass Rate
* Our Customer Reviews
* Recommendations from friends and family
* Local Reputation
* Quality of Teaching
* Free copies of Highway Code & Know Your Traffic Signs
"Matt lives near me and he would highlight when I had done something well- a huge encouragement."
"Matt lives near me and he would highlight when I had done something well- a huge encouragement."
"Matt lives near me and he would highlight when I had done something well- a huge encouragement."
* Patience and friendliness
* Local Company
* Lessons priced by the hour
* Free online unlimited Theory Training
* Free 'Learn To Drive' Training Logbook & App
* Free help for Nervous and Anxious drivers
PEOPLE ALSO ASK...
Will I drive on my first lesson?
Are you more or less expensive than others?
Will I drive on my first lesson?
Absolutely, definitely, YES! You will definitely be driving on your first lesson.
If you are new to driving, I will drive you to a suitable location to get you started. It’s vital that your first few lessons are conducted in an area that will ensure your success and build your confidence.
I will take a few minutes to record your licence details, test your eyesight and explain how to adjust your seat, head restraint and make sure you are comfortable.
I will then explain the controls that you will need to operate during your first lesson.
You will then be given a briefing on the move off and stop procedure with a short discussion to ensure you understand what is required.
You will then be given full talk through and will be guided through your practical driving session. You will be able to learn at your own pace and will progress through each topic as and when you feel ready.
How long should my lessons be?
Are you more or less expensive than others?
Will I drive on my first lesson?
I find that, for most pupils, taking a 90-minute or 2- hour lesson every week proves to be the most successful strategy for most students.
90- minute or 2- hour lessons are far more beneficial to you! You will learn far more for your money and you will also be test ready quicker. You will have a decent amount of condensed learning in one go, with time to digest and be focused for your next lesson.
Taking a regular weekly lesson has proven success as it provides continuity, the retention of knowledge, and it will reduce your learning period. We will aim to offer you a regular lesson slot that you can book in advance and keep from the time you commence your lessons until you pass your test.
You will also be able to book more than one lesson slot per week should you wish to reduce your learning period and be test ready sooner (subject to instructor availability).
Are you more or less expensive than others?
Are you more or less expensive than others?
Are you more or less expensive than others?
That is a really good question.
Most people wrongly assume that all driving instructors and schools are the same! We are absolutely not.
I am extremely proud of the quality and the overall unique service that the school provides.
Some schools just offer you the lessons themselves, whereas we provide a complete service including free online theory training, free training book, free dedicated 'Learn to Drive' app, and free additional help for nervous or anxious pupils.
A number of local schools also price their lessons by 50 minutes, which makes them look A LOT cheaper than us, whereas in reality we are all priced really closely.
How many hours do you think I will need?
Do you teach people with additional needs?
Are you more or less expensive than others?
Honestly, I don't know.
It really is impossible for me to know until you begin your tuition and I see how you respond to me, the car, and the learning experience.
The DVSA suggest that the average is around 45- 50 hours, but in reality I find that most of my students are test ready sooner than that.
It really does depend on the individual, but my recommendation is to talk more specifically about this once I have seen you a couple of times.
Do you teach people with additional needs?
Do you teach people with additional needs?
Do you teach people with additional needs?
Yes, I do, and I usually really enjoy it, but it does depend on the circumstances.
I do not pretend to be an expert, or that I possess special training for certain disabilities.
But I do have substantial experience of both living with, and teaching people, who come under the umbrella of the autistic spectrum, have dyslexia/ dyspraxia or other additional needs, so I am happy to chat and see if we match up.
Do you offer driving lessons near me?
Do you teach people with additional needs?
Do you teach people with additional needs?
If you live in Orpington (BR5/ BR6), Sidcup (DA14/ DA15), Bromley (BR1/ BR2, BR7) and Swanley (BR8) then yes I do!
Pupils will often select an instructor on a 'near me' basis, but instructors generally all know our closest localities really well, so you don't necessarily need to choose an instructor who lives the closest to you.