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Frequently Asked Questions

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  • Which test centres do you cover?
    We would normally suggest those most local; Cambridge, Bury St Edmunds or Kings Lynn.
  • What areas do you cover?
    We cover the town of Ely in Cambridgeshire and some of the surrounding villages. Please use the contact form to confirm lessons in your location.
  • What hours do you work?
    My Spring / Summer hours are as: Monday - closed Tuesday - 09.00 - 20.00 Wednesday - 09.00 - 20.00 Thursday - 09.00 - 20.00 Friday - closed Saturday - 09.00 - 17.00 Sunday - 09.00 - 12.30
  • How many driving lessons will I need to take?
    Driving is a skill that some people learn quicker than others. The Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency states that on average a person requires approximately 44 hours of professional lessons combined with approximately 22 hours of private practice. We will monitor your progress at the end of each lesson using our free pupil app 'Total Drive' and record your progress together, this will help us assess how close to test standard you are.
  • What do I need to do before I start driving?
    You must have a Provisional Licence You can apply for a provisional driving licence quickly and easily online from Directgov or by completing the D1 application form available at most post offices All applications made by filling in the D1 form will also require original documentation to be sent to the DVLA to confirm your identity The minimum age, which you can legally, drive a car on public roads is 17 If you are disabled and in receipt of mobility allowance, the minimum age is 16 Until the day you pass the practical part of the Driving Test you are not allowed to drive on your own It is also worthwhile having an eyesight test to check that you meet the minimum eyesight standard for driving.
  • How much do you charge?
    From the 1st January, 2025 my hourly rates for new pupils are as follows; Learner Drivers Per 60 mins £43 Per 120 mins £86 Full Licence Holders (for pass plus, refresher, and eco driving training etc) Per 60 mins £45 Per 120 mins £90 My lessons are generally 2 hours duration.
  • How long is each lesson?
    The standard lesson time is 2 hours; I tend to find that this suits most learners the best.
  • I am from Overseas. Can you help me with my driving in the UK?
    Yes absolutely. I have had the pleasure of working pupils from; Italy, Ukraine, India, Poland, Canada, Australia and the USA amongst others.
  • Do you offer discounts for block bookings?
    Yes I offer discounts for block bookings of 10, 20 and 30 hours. Please check the website for the latest discounts.
  • Do you offer post-test training to improve my skills after I pass?
    Yes I offer Pass Plus. You can find further information about PP within my website.
  • Do you offer Refresher Lessons?
    Yes I do and can help you with whatever areas of driving you would like help with. These can include; parking, motorways, roundabouts and general confidence.
  • Do you offer automatic lessons?
    We currently only teach manual transmission however we hope to be teaching automatic transmission in 2025.
  • Are you a fully qualified instructor?
    Yes I am a fully Qualified Driving Instructor or ADI (Approved Driving Instructor)
  • Are you CRB checked?
    Yes I am and all Driving Instructors will have been CRB checked as part of the process.
  • Which Car do you teach in?
    I am currently teaching in a '24' plate Ford Focus 1.0 litre Eco-Boost
  • Do I need to pass the theory test before I can start lessons?
    No. In fact it is a good idea to learn the theory whilst you are learning the practical as it can bring the subject alive making it easier to understand and remember.
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