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Round the Bends (Manual & Automatic) Driving School Manchester

Round the Bends (Manual & Automatic) Driving School Manchester

4.9(588 reviews)See reviews ↓·Manchester

About the company

Round the Bends (Manual & Automatic) Driving School Manchester is a driving school with over 15 years of experience. It offers both automatic and manual driving lessons. Its instructors are DVSA approved. It provides intensive driving courses, advanced driving courses, and driving courses for beginners and experienced drivers.

The school covers South Manchester and areas including Levenshulme, Longsight, Ardwick, Heaton Chapel, Rusholme, Gorton, Openshaw, West Gorton, Didsbury, Chorlton, Parrs Wood, Fallowfield, Abbey Hey, Ancoats, Hulme, Moss Side, Wythenshawe, Ardwick Green, Barlow Moor, Belle Vue, Benchill, Whalley Range and Burnage.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Patience paired with a structured approach to identifying and correcting weak points is the theme that surfaces again and again in feedback about this Levenshulme school. Samina and Kashif Hussain are named frequently, both described as calm, clear communicators who explain manoeuvres in a way that builds confidence rather than pressure, with several pupils crediting them for first-time passes.

Siddiqui receives similar praise for quickly spotting problem areas and working through them methodically, while Azeem, Harry and Haroon are each mentioned for keeping lessons supportive and enjoyable rather than stressful. Several accounts describe feeling like they were learning from a friend rather than simply an instructor, with encouragement and constructive feedback cited as key to staying calm on test day. Local test centres including Cheetham Hill and West Didsbury are mentioned by name, along with routes and questions being thoroughly covered beforehand.

One pupil noted passing after thirty lessons while genuinely enjoying the process throughout. Instructors are also credited with adjusting their teaching style to suit individual pace rather than applying a fixed method to everyone. Operating from Whalley Avenue in Levenshulme, the school's lessons run every day of the week, giving learners consistent access to instructors known for their calm, encouraging manner behind the wheel.

Round the Bends (Manual & Automatic) Driving School Manchester — Customer photo
Round the Bends (Manual & Automatic) Driving School Manchester — Customer photo
Round the Bends (Manual & Automatic) Driving School Manchester — Customer photo
Round the Bends (Manual & Automatic) Driving School Manchester — Customer photo

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Asia Eachus27 July 2026

My lessons with Saminah was amazing, she got straight to the point and pushes you to your best abilities, no time wasting just down to learning, building your confidence and understanding. Shes amazing and a great laugh, wouldn’t have done it without you. thanks so much! 🩷

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Muaz22 July 2026

Passed my test today! A big thank you to Mr. Asim for his excellent guidance. He was always calm, patient, and encouraging, I learned a lot in just a few lessons. Highly recommend this driving school!

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Qurratulain Khan13 July 2026

Thank you so much to Kashif uncle for helping me pass my driving test. He’s so patient, encouraging and always takes the time to explain things in a clear way. He helped me feel confident and prepared for my test. I would highly recommend Kashif uncle to anyone looking to learn to drive. Thank you again for all your support.

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Hope Gladstone3 July 2026

I had Harry as my instructor, who was very supportive, calm, and friendly and always made sure I fully understood what he was teaching me. He made the lessons enjoyable and ensured all routes and questions were covered before the test to make me feel confident. He is reassuring and gives clear explanations to any questions, would definitely recommend him as an instructor.

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Charlie TheTurtle2 July 2026

I was learning from my instructor Haroon, who was very helpful, patient, and calm. He is easy to talk to and also provides great tips and information towards the practical test. I passed after 30 lessons and had fun doing so! Much recommended :)

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Esther Omorojie30 June 2026

I passed my driving test today and couldn’t be happier with the lessons I had at this school! A huge thank you to my instructors, Kashif Hussain and Asim, who were both patient, encouraging, and really knew how to explain things in a way that made sense. They helped me build confidence behind the wheel and gave me the skills I needed to pass. I highly recommend this school to anyone looking to learn to drive in manchester and surrounding boroughs, great instructors and a great experience overall!

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Matilda Keary30 June 2026

Kashif was amazing. I had previously had an instructor who made me feel like the lessons were a drag but Kashif was brilliant. Helped me pass first time with confidence!!

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Contact
+447402905394roundthebends.com7 Whalley Ave, Levenshulme, Manchester M19 3FD
Working hours
Monday00:00–24:00
Tuesday00:00–24:00
Wednesday00:00–24:00
Thursday00:00–24:00
Friday00:00–24:00
Saturday00:00–24:00
Sunday00:00–24:00