Your instructor

Q: How do I know my instructor is fully qualified?
Q: Can I have the same instructor for all my lessons?
Q: Will my instructor smoke during my lesson?

Your lessons

Q: Will I get a full hour of tuition?
Q: Can I book a two-hour lesson?
Q: Do lessons in the evening and at weekends cost the same as in the daytime?
Q: Will I have to share my lesson or pick up the next pupil during my instruction?
Q: How many lessons will I need?
Q: Do you teach intensive courses?
Q: I'm really nervous about learning to drive. Would you advise me to try a driving simulator first?
Q: Do you offer refresher lessons? If so, how much do they cost?
Q: Can I learn to drive on an international license?
Q: Will I need to book the practical and theory tests myself?
Q: Can you help me prepare for my theory/Hazard Perception Test?

Your tuition car

Q: What type of car will I drive?

Your instructor

Q: How do I know my instructor is fully qualified?
A: A driving instructor must display his or her Approved Driving Instructors badge in the windscreen of the vehicle. A green badge shows that they are fully qualified; a pink badge means that they are still training. I am a fully qualified Driving Standards Agency green badge grade 5 instructor.

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Q: Can I have the same instructor for all my lessons?
A: Yes. I work alone. However as a DSA approved driving instructor I could, if absolutely necessary (I'e during periods of illness etc) and with your permission contact a local instructor to 'step in'.
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Q: Will my instructor smoke during my lesson?
A: No. I have a strict no smoking policy in my training vehicle.
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Q: Will I get a full hour of tuition?
A: Yes, i will pick you up at the time you have arranged and you will have a full hour of one-to-one tuition. If it is more convenient I can collect you at you at a different place to your home, work for example and drop you off after the lesson at home or work. This is of course with prior notice given and within reasonable distance.

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Q: Can I book a two-hour lesson?
A: Lessons are booked and tuition costs quoted by the hour, but lessons lasting two hours can be arranged. In many cases two-hour lessons are preferable and recommended. I can discuss your particular needs and confirm the dates and times with you at the end of your lesson.

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Q: Do lessons in the evening and at weekends cost the same as in the daytime?
A: Yes, Lesson prices are for the quality tuition you receive and have nothing to do with time or day of the week, there are peak times however and lesson times may not be free at weekends and evenings so a first come first served basis has to operate. That said I will try my best to accommodate your individual needs.

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Q: Will I have to share my lesson or pick up the next pupil during my instruction?
A: No, it's against my Code of Conduct to pick up another pupil in your lesson (known as 'piggy backing'). You will receive personal, one-to-one instruction.

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Q: How many lessons will I need?
A: There is no set number. Driving Standards Agency research suggests that about 40 hours of professional training plus additional practice will give you the best chance of passing.

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The number of lessons you need can depend on:
* how quickly you learn
* how often you are taught
* the length of your lessons
* the amount of practice you get

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Q: Do you teach intensive courses?
A: We don't offer an intensive 'package' where typically 30 to 40 hours of tuition are provided during a week with a test booked at the conclusion of the course. However, 3 to 4 hours a day (semi intensive) would be a very quick way of developing the skills required to pass the test. Tests would be booked in the usual way.

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Q: I'm really nervous about learning to drive. Would you advise me to try a driving simulator first?
A: Driving simulators can be useful, especially if you are a very nervous driver, but nothing can replace in-vehicle training with a professional instructor.
Don't worry if you're feeling anxious about learning to drive. I fully understand this and will soon put you at ease.

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Q: Do you offer refresher lessons? If so, how much do they cost?
A: If you've already passed your test and need to brush up on your skills, we can offer you a refresher course. Lessons cost £2 above the standard hourly rate, to reflect higher fuel costs associated with this type of tuition. (Pupils who know how to drive often drive faster than complete beginners.) Pass plus lessons are also available for full license holders to gain an additional qualification and experience in a wider variety of circumstances such as night driving and motorways. Pass plus holders can also get insurance discounts from certain companies so this is a popular choice for newly qualified drivers.
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Q: Can I learn to drive on an international license?
A: In certain circumstances you are permitted to drive for one year before having to take the UK driving test. For full details check with the DVLA
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Q: Will I need to book the practical and theory tests myself?
A: The practical and theory tests are an arrangement between you and the Driving Standards Agency, but I will be happy to help you book your test appointments.
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Q: Can you help me prepare for my theory/Hazard Perception Test?
A: Yes, I can supply you with mock theory test papers to help you practice.
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Your tuition car

Q: What type of car will I drive?
A: You'll learn to drive in a top spec Vauxhall Astra SRI with climate control for your comfort. See our Tuition vehicle Page for ,ore details
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