Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I obtain a provisional licence?
A: You must be 17 years of age to apply for a provisional licence, although you can send in your application form 3 months before your 17th birthday. You can obtain an application form D1 from any post office. Fill this out and send it to the address shown on the form. The DVLA supplies provisional licences. You can call them with any questions on 0870 240 0009
Q: Do I have to pass my theory test before I start my lessons?
A: No you don't. You can start your driving lessons as soon as you have a valid provisional licence. Your theory test will help you with the knowledge of the road and any driving you do will help you with your theory.
Q: Can you help me with my theory study?
A: Yes, I offer free theory test help to all pupils
Q: How many lessons will I need?
A: How many lessons you will need is down to how much effort you are prepared to put in.
However, you should remember that everyone is different and therefore learns at a different pace. Don't put pressure on yourself by expecting to pass after 5 lessons!
The Driving Standards Agency figures for the average time to pass the test is, 45 hours professional training combined with 22 hours private practice.
Don't be pressured by other people who tell you that they passed after 20 lessons. Think of it like learning another language - how many lessons will it take for you to be fluent ? Impossible to say isn't it?
Q: Must I do Pass Plus?
Pass Plus isn't compulsary, but is highly recommened. It allows you to build up more skills to make you a far safer driver. It also has the added bonus of giving you discount on your insurance. Some councils offer a grant towrds the cost, so its worth checking with them.
Best of all, there is no test at the end of the course!
Q: Can I exchange my Non GB licence for one issued in Great Britain?
This all depends on where your licence was first obtained. If you click here, this will open up a new page on the direct.gov.uk website. Here you can answer a few questions which will give you the answers.
Hopefully that has answered most questions, however, don't hesitate to get in contact with any questions.