Driving Courses

What it is: These are the typical lessons taken by learners aiming to pass their driving test. They are usually oncee or twice a week with a driving instructor and cover all aspects of driving required for the practical driving test.

Focus: All aspect of driving skills from Basic car control, road signs, hazard perception, parkings, general road safety, complex junction, roundabouts and highways.

Duration: Can vary, but most people take around 30-50 hours of lessons before reaching the test standards driving.

What it is: This is an accelerated course where you learn to drive and prepare for the test in a condensed timeframe, typically ranging from a few days to a couple of weeks.

Focus: Intensive focus on both theory and practical skills in a shorter time frame. Longer and frequest lesson lead to quick progression to test standards driving.

Duration: Usually takes 1-2 weeks, but it can vary depending on individual progress.

Ideal for: People who need to learn to drive quickly (e.g., for work or personal reasons).

What it is: A post-test driving course designed to improve driving skills and further increase road safety. It includes advanced driving techniques and helps build confidence.

Focus: Includes driving on motorways, night driving, rural roads, and driving in different weather conditions like snow, rain, and ice.

Duration: The course lasts for 6 hours, split into various sessions.

Ideal for: New drivers who have just passed their test and want to gain more experience and possibly to reduce their insurance premiums.

What it is: These lessons are for drivers who may have been off the road for a while or feel they need to brush up on their driving skills.

Focus: Can cover a range of topics from car control, parking to motorway driving, based on the individual’s needs.

Duration: Flexible, depending on the learner’s requirements.

Ideal for: Drivers returning to driving after a break, or those who feel they need to improve specific aspects of their driving.

What it is: These lessons are designed for the people with experience of driving in other countries and they want to be trained on UK roads according to law. This is ideal for people coming from countries where they drive on right side of the road.

Focus: Can cover a range of topics from car control, junctions, positioning, traffic lights, safety, laws and procedures and safety based on the individual’s needs.

Duration: Flexible, depending on the learner’s existing skills.

Ideal for: Drivers coming from other countries and experience driving to get UK driving licence, those who feel they need to improve specific aspects of their driving.

What it is: These courses are designed for experienced drivers who want to improve their driving to a higher standard. They are typically more in-depth and may involve a test at the end.

Focus: Skills such as hazard perception, anticipation, smooth driving techniques, and safety awareness.

Duration: Varies, but can involve several hours of training.

Ideal for: Drivers who want to become better and safer on the road or may be interested in driving for professional purposes (e.g., as an advanced driving examiner or instructor).

What it is: Tailored driving courses for people who want to switch from manual to auto car or from auto to manual car. 

Focus: Vehicle-specific handling and regulations.

Duration: Varies by vehicle type and the course level.

Ideal for: People pursuing professional driving careers or individuals needing to drive a specific vehicle type.

What it is: A specialized course aimed at elderly drivers to help them maintain their driving skills, ensuring they drive safely and with confidence.

Focus: Adapting to changes in reaction times, health considerations, and updated road safety laws.

Duration: Flexible, depending on individual needs.

Ideal for: Older drivers who want to stay on the road safely.

What it is: A practice driving test taken under test conditions, usually with a driving instructor acting as the examiner.

Focus: Helps the learner become familiar with the format and expectations of the actual driving test.

Duration: Typically lasts about 40-60 minutes.

Ideal for: Learners who want to test their driving skills before taking the actual driving test.