Our Frequently Asked Question
Looking to find answers to common driving lesson queries? Whether you’re wondering about the benefits of manual vs. automatic cars, how many lessons you’ll need, or options for intensive courses and refresher lessons, our FAQ page covers it all.
You must be at least 17 and have a British Provisional license.
Learning and passing your driving test in a manual car carries more advantages, i.e., you will be able to drive an automatic without sitting a further test. Manual cars tend to be less expensive to run, and insurance can be cheaper. Contrary to popular belief, passing a driving test in an automatic car is not necessarily easier than a manual; however, it can be more expensive.
We recommend two or three weekly lessons with at least a day’s gap in between.
Yes! Just let the instructor know in advance where you would like to start the lesson. Provided the pickup point is within an easy radius, this can be arranged.
No! We recommend that you take driving lessons and practice the theory simultaneously, as this will reinforce what you learn in the lesson compared to what you learn in theory.
The DSA official Theory Test practice DVD. Pupils taking lessons with us can borrow the DVD free of charge.
Intensive courses start from £200. Click here for more information.
Yes, we do! Refresher lessons can also be taken in your own car.
Yes, we are registered members of the Pass Plus Scheme.
Yes, we can! You don’t need to wait months for your test date if you’re ready now. We can obtain a test date within weeks and, in some cases, the very next day.
Yes, these are available for pupils wishing to fast-track their lessons. These are usually spread over a short period, with a driving test at the end of the course. Courses consist of a minimum of 10 lessons to a maximum of 40.
To help pupils learn and understand the concept of driving, we have driving videos, manuals, and a Rota Pad in-car mechanical simulator to improve their steering technique.
For those who haven’t driven for a while. These lessons can be conducted in the pupil’s own car.
Advice on booking tests and procedures can be obtained from the instructor, on our useful information page, or by contacting us.
Advice on British or Foreign licenses can be obtained from the instructor, on our useful information page, or by contacting us.
Yes! Call us for a quote.
All our instructors can speak several languages, including sign language. If we do not speak a particular language, we can arrange for an interpreter.
Motorway lessons are available seven days a week and can be conducted in the instructors’ or the pupils’ own car.
These lessons can be conducted in sign language for pupils with impaired hearing. Lessons may also be conducted in specially adapted cars for disabled persons in their own vehicles.
The demand for driving instructors in the UK increases as the car-owning population grows. We now have a Driving Instructor Training Section where we can guide you through the process of becoming an instructor.
Visit our website https://www.londondrivinginstructortraining.co.uk