FAQ

How many lessons will I need?

It is unlikely that one lesson will be sufficient to provide all the skills that you will need to be a safe driver and pass your practical tests. We recommend that you take a series of lessons with an approved driving instructor and combine this with plenty of supervised practice in between lessons. Everyone learns at a different rate, so the key is to ensure that you have learned all the skills that you will need to be a safe driver.

When can I start learning?

You must be 16 or older to take the learner licence theory test. Once you have passed the theory test you will have your learner licence and can commence driving lessons on the road with an approved driving instructor or your supervisor.

You can’t drive on your own until you have your restricted licence. You must be 16 ½ or older and have held a learner licence for at least 6 months before you can take the restricted licence practical test. You cannot drive on your own between 10pm and 5am with a restricted licence and there are strict rules around who you can carry as a passenger.

You must be 18 or older before you can apply for your full licence. If you have successfully completed an approved advanced driving skill course, this is reduced to 17 ½ years of age. If you are under 25 years of age you must have held your restricted licence for at least 18 months or 12 months if you have successfully completed an approved advanced driving skills course. If you are over 25 years of age then it’s 6 months or 3 months respectively.

Can I use my own car?

Yes, you can. The car must be roadworthy and have a current warrant of fitness and registration. If you are on a learner licence the car must display ‘L’ plates front and back. While the instructor will take all necessary professional care, responsibility for any damage sustained to/by the vehicle or any third party remains with you.

Can I use your car for my test?

Yes, this can be arranged depending on prior bookings. There is a charge for this service and we generally allow for two hours which can include a pre-test warmup drive.

How do I book a training session?

You can use the online booking tool by clicking here, or for more information complete the online enquiry form that can be found here.

Testimonials

Below are a handful of the drivers we have helped become confident on the road.

Geoff is a great driving instructor. He gives lots of handy tips for the driving test. I recommend highly.

Geoff is very professional and patient. He is an awesome teacher especially if you are nervous. Many thanks Geoff for helping me pass my full licence test.

Geoff was my driving instructor, starting with me as a learner driver and teaching me all the way through to when I got my full licence. He was patient and taught me the skills necessary to be a good driver. Thanks to Geoff, I passed both my restricted and full tests first go!

Geoff was a great instructor to have. He was calm, patient, clear with his instructions and super friendly. Everything you want in an instructor!

I have been riding motorbikes for years and sat my restricted car licence only recently. I had some driving lessons with Geoff, and he taught me how to drive a car well. He was able to correct some habits I had from riding a bike and taught me how to be a responsible car driver.

I was lucky to have Geoff as a driving instructor. He is calm and knowledgeable and in stressful situations like parallel parking and big roundabouts he was really empathetic and helpful. I would recommend him to anyone, especially people who may be a bit anxious with their driving.

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