Business Details
42 Years
experience
Professional Driving Lessons in Grantham
Established in 1984, Somerby Driving School has built an enviable reputation for driving test success. We are DSA-approved and voluntarily adhere to the DSA code of professional conduct, demonstrating our commitment to industry standards. As members of the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) and the Driving Instructors Association, we uphold rigorous professional benchmarks. Our fleet comprises clean, well-maintained dual-controlled vehicles with modern features including power steering, anti-lock brakes, airbags, and air conditioning. We offer flexible training options, including instruction in your own vehicle, and cater to both manual and automatic learners.Our non-smoking, punctual instructors provide one-to-one tuition with no other students in the car, ensuring focused, personalized lessons. We operate a door-to-door service across Grantham and surrounding villages, with CRB-checked instructors prioritizing safety and reliability. Our structured lesson plans follow the DVSA syllabus, adapting to individual learning paces while emphasizing lifelong safe driving skills. We actively encourage parental or friend involvement to enhance private practice and offer expert guidance between lessons. With decades of combined experience, our team remains dedicated to transforming learners into confident, responsible drivers.
Services
Driving lessons
PassPlus courses
Motorway training
Refresher courses
Economy driving
Advanced driving
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- DSA-approved driving instruction since 1984
- Instructors certified by the Institute of Advanced Motorists
- CRB-checked, professional, and patient teaching staff
- Modern dual-controlled vehicles with safety features
- Flexible training in your own vehicle or ours
Associations and certifications
- Driving Standards Agency (DSA)
- Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM)
- Driving Instructors Association
What people say
Great experience
Patient instruction
Zero fault pass
Confidence building
Professional approach
Services
Driving lessons
Structured learner instruction following DVSA syllabus with modern dual-controlled vehicles. Lessons adapt to individual pace, combining practical training and theoretical guidance. Instructors help develop lifelong safe driving habits while preparing for test success through personalized lesson plans.
PassPlus courses
Six-hour program improving driving skills in urban, rural, and motorway conditions. Teaches defensive techniques for all weather and night driving. Helps reduce insurance costs while developing safer, more confident driving practices through comprehensive on-road coaching.
Motorway training
Half-day courses covering motorway rules, junction techniques, and defensive driving strategies. Includes practical experience with joining, leaving, and navigating intersections. Prepares drivers for long-distance travel while emphasizing safety and fatigue management principles.
Advanced driving
Police Roadcraft-based instruction for improved driving precision. Focuses on hazard anticipation, smooth control, and risk management. Prepares candidates for advanced driving tests while enhancing overall road safety awareness through structured skill development programs.
Refresher courses
Tailored lessons for experienced drivers needing confidence rebuilding. Addresses outdated driving habits through personalized coaching. Focuses on modern road conditions and updated regulations while maintaining individual learning preferences and specific skill development requirements.
People
Nigel Truman
Driving Instructor
DVSA-qualified instructor since 2001, one of the youngest in the UK at qualification. Specializes in adaptive teaching methods, combining structured lesson plans with personalized learning approaches to develop safe, confident drivers for life.
Nigel Maplethorpe
Founder
Established Somerby Driving School in 1984. With decades of experience, he developed the school's reputation for excellence. His teaching methods have produced numerous successful drivers, including multiple generations of local families.
Questions
What areas do you cover for driving lessons?
We provide door-to-door instruction across Grantham and surrounding villages. For locations more than 15 minutes from the town centre, we recommend booking two-hour sessions.
Do you offer automatic driving lessons?
Yes, we provide training in both manual and automatic vehicles, including instruction in your own vehicle if preferred.
Are your instructors qualified and checked?
All our instructors are DSA-approved, CRB-checked, and members of professional organizations including the IAM and Driving Instructors Association.
What courses do you offer besides standard learner training?
We provide PassPlus courses, motorway training, refresher lessons, economy driving programs, and advanced defensive driving instruction based on police driving systems.
How are lesson prices structured?
Learner lessons cost £27–£30 per hour. We also offer structured course packages for PassPlus, motorway training, and advanced driving programs with specific pricing available on request.
