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Driving Lesson Information Books & Resources for Students

Welcome, here are some of the most common questions asked by pupils when they start. Remember to do your research when choosing an instructor, there are plenty out there, some better than others!

It is important you get on with your instructor and you are taught safe and life long skills. Finally 70% of passers in the UK overall have a near miss in the first 6 months, and 20% of passers have a crash. Good training will help prevent them dangers and costs.

Recommended Books for Learners

		The Official Highway Code Book This is essential for any driver. This includes all of the basic principles for your theory and practical driving tests. It is great value and available to purchase online, delivered directly to your door. This should be your first book purchase.
		The Official DSA Guide to Learning to Drive Book This is the Official recommended syllabus from the Driving Standards Agency (The people who conduct your driving tests) This is what your instructor should cover. It is best you have one of these so it is easier to track your progress. It also gives some tips on areas you may need some help with. Our Driving Lesson Syllabus
		The Official DSA Guide to Driving: The Essential Skills Book Useful for those who like reading and like to fully get their head around things before the jump in with both feet. Amazing resource, often considered the bible to driving instructors basic driving skills. Useful for parents wanting to brush up too!
		Driving Test Success CD This is the way to practice for your theory on the computer, for the price its great! Hazard Perception practice, Theory Questions and much more for the Learner Driver.
		Mind Driving Book Driving is a lot more that just the physical skills, most of the important decisions made are made in the mind. This book discusses in a brilliant way the factors which affect those critical decisions and helps develop the approaches needed to be safe on the road. For the dedicated; book loving learner, instructor and advanced driver.
		Roadcraft Book Police Driving Manual with an advanced approach to driving. Some of the syllabus includes aspects of this book and is important to understand the skills of observation. This originally was the basis to all driving books after it was first introduced. For the dedicated learner and advanced/instructor who wants to further their understanding.

FAQs

Where do I start, when can I start?
It may be worth getting your eyes checked, as you will need read a number plate from about 20m distance. You should be fit to drive, if you are unsure check online here.

You will need a provisional license to start driving lessons, you can apply for it 2 months before your 17th birthday or 16th if you are getting the higher rate of disability benefit. You need the D1 form from the post office or apply online. This is currently £50, remember this is a great form of ID too.

How long will it take to pass?
This depends on you, how you learn, and how safe your driving is on the road. Reading the books above will help you. On average it takes around 30-50 hours as a rough guide. However it is more important that you are safe on the road, than passing. What is the point in passing your test and been nervous or not understanding the road or car. You need to be a safe driver and this is how we train!

How much will it cost?
To save time and money, be wise in choosing your instructor. Try a few instructors and see which you are most comfortable with? Do your research, find out what courses they have been on, what experience they have got?

The average cost of learning to drive is about £1000-1500 but can be significantly more if you have not done your research, or don't keep up regular lessons.

Taking regular lessons, been committed to learning, and practice at home where possible is the best way to reduce costs. Finally take longer driving lessons as they are more cost efficient than shorter ones.

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When do driving lessons take place?
I work 830-1800 weekdays, and 900-1700 most Saturdays. I can be flexible with times if necessary and some driving requires later times (e.g. night time drives.)

Resources

Driving Lessons Process

OPTION 1
This is the regular driving lessons route, pass plus an option. This is the very basic recommended route. This will cover all subjects but may result in a slightly higher insurance premium. It is recommended that you should read the books opposite to help you.

Our Driving Lesson Syllabus

Without pass plus, it is even higher. It would be critical some post test motorway training takes place.

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OPTION 2 (with BTEC)

This is ideal, incorporating the BTEC qualification enhances the driving lessons process with online content from A²om which helps with the theory and practical elements of learning. It is recommended that you should read the books opposite to help you.

Our Driving Lesson Syllabus

The BTEC includes the post test Motorway Training and further advanced driving which significantly reduces insurance, after completion. The Extra cost of the BTEC course is offset by the savings on insurance.

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