Learner Driver checklist:

 

Here is a handy list of points to consider when choosing someone to help you learn to drive:

Times and location:
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                        Do they teach in your local area? For example, near your home, work or college.

                                      Is the driving instructor available at times to suit you? For example, after work and weekends.

Driving lesson quality standards:

   What grade has the DVA given the instructor (Grade 5 or 6 is ideal)? Ask your driving instructor to bring their certificate to your first lesson.  Or, if they’re still a DVA licensed instructor under training, can you negotiate a discount?

   If your instructor turns out to be a trainee, how long is left on their six-month licence? It would be very costly and disruptive to your learning to have to find a new instructor if this expires before you pass your test.

   What car do they use and is it fitted with dual controls and less than two years old? If you are particularly short or tall, then you may want to ask if the car is suitable for your needs.

       How long has the instructor been teaching learner drivers, does the instructor have any other driving and teaching qualifications over and above the legal minimum?

         Does the driving instructor pick-up other students during a lesson? (This could impact on your lesson time and divert the driving instructor’s attention.)

       Does the instructor answer telephone calls whilst teaching? (Apart from the legal and safety issues, this dubious practice will certainly impact on your lesson time whilst your instructor books other clients on YOUR time!         

       Do you know anyone else who has used the driving school or driving instructor? What did they think of their driving lessons?

Driving lesson costs and materials:

       How much does the driving instructor charge (remember cheapest is rarely best)? Does the cost cover a full-hour of tuition?

       How long does the driving lesson last? Some instructors will want to offer two-hour lessons. This can be a long time for many learners, on the other hand one-hour lessons may not be sufficient for their needs. Your instructor should adpt to YOUR needs.

        Can you try an initial lesson at a discount, such as on "Groupon" to see if you will get on with the driving instructor?

       Does the driving instructor offer a discount for block bookings?

       What is the driving instructor’s policy if you cancel a driving lesson?

       Are any additional study aids such as DVDs or workbooks included in the price?
 
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