you will need a valid provisional licence-
To apply for a licence click here;
Some considerations when choosing a driving instructor/school;
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Choosing the right school !
If you are paying someone to teach you to drive, they must be approved and registered with the Driving & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). Only a registered approved driving instructor (ADI) can charge money for teaching you to drive.
A fully qualified approved driving instructor (ADI) must display a green certificate on the windscreen of the car while teaching you. Some trainee driving instructors are granted a licence so they can gain experience before their qualifying examination. In this case, the trainee driving instructor must display a pink certificate on the windscreen.
DVSA is responsible for maintaining and checking the standards of all approved driving instructors (ADI), who to qualify must:- have held a full driving licence for at least four years
- pass a much tougher theory test than the one learner drivers take
- pass a strict driving test
- achieve, and maintain a high standard of instruction. The standard of tuition given by the ADI is regularly checked by a supervising examiner from DVSA
- be registered with DVSA
- display an ADI identification certificate on the windscreen of the tuition vehicle
Instructors who are approved, must display their certificate (badge) on the windscreen of the car.
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A valid licence (dated and a picture of the ADI on the reverse side)
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Pick someone who has a good reputation. (Ask relatives & friends).
How many lessons you need will vary for each person.
Safe driving is a skill for life!
Your instructor is paid to teach, but you must be willing to learn, put in plenty of practice, and spend time studying the theory.
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A good instructor won’t send you for a test, unless they think you are ready. (capable of passing a test, and a safe driver).Quality tuition is money well spent!
You should take advice from your ADI on:
- all aspects of driving
- what books to read
- when to take your test
- how to practice
DVSA, as a government agency, is not allowed to recommend an instructor. You could look in a local business directory for ADIs in your area. Try and choose an instructor who:
- has a good reputation
- is reliable and punctual
- has a car that suits you
Here are questions to ask prior to choosing a school.
Will your instructor:
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be a DVSA registered instructor? Is the licence posted in the vehicle?
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Is the licence GREEN?
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be the same person all the way through your training program?
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have significant driving experience? How much?
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be associated with professional associations which promote driver excellence?
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can you choose a specific instructor about whom you’ve heard good things?