Getting behind the wheel for the first time can feel a little strange, but there’s no need to rush it. At 88 Driving School, your first lesson is about getting comfortable, learning the basics and getting used to being in control of the car with a patient instructor beside you.

Your first lesson is when you get familiar with the car. You also begin to understand how the parts work together. We go step by step, at a speed that feels ok. You will have time to settle in before we go on.
First, you will learn the controls. Then you will practice moving off. Next comes stopping and steering. You will also cover simple road awareness. If you’ve never driven before, that’s absolutely fine. We’ll start from the beginning and work through things step by step.
Whether this is your first time sitting in the driver’s seat or you’ve had a little practice before, we’ll use the lesson to help you get familiar with driving and understand what you’re doing.

In your very first class, you learn to watch what is around you and to choose safer moves on the road.

If you get something wrong, you do not have to feel ashamed. You will have chances to practise, you can ask questions, and you will get more at ease with driving.

You should know that driving well is not only about passing a test. Safe & responsible habits matter every time you get on the road.

Choose your lesson and arrange a date and time that works for you.

Meet your instructor, get settled in the car and talk through what you’ll be learning.

Start with the basics and gradually get used to controlling the car and being on the road.

Get familiar with the car controls, steering, moving off, stopping and the other basics covered in your first lesson.

Our instructors understand that your first lesson may feel unfamiliar. They’ll guide you through it without putting unnecessary pressure on you.

You don’t have to know everything straight away. Your learning can progress as you become more comfortable with driving.

Your first lesson gives you a chance to understand the basics and start developing the skills you’ll need as you continue learning.