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Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to be able to start driving lessons?
In the UK you need to have a provisional driving licence, and be at least 17 years old to start driving on the road. You can apply for your provisional licence when you’re 15 years and 9 months old. You can drive a car when you are 16 if you get, or have applied for, the enhanced rate of the mobility component of Personal Independence Payment (PIP). All the criteria for getting your licence is fully outlined by Government (covering eyesight, costs and how to apply) . This information is on the .Gov website, the link is https://www.gov.uk/driving-lessons-learning-to-drive
Can you train me and pick me up from my home?
Provided your home is close to a suitable training area and near a test centre, this would potentially be possible. If this is not the case it would be better for you to meet your trainer at the training area rather than having them waste valuable training time picking you up and dropping you off from home. The last thing you want is to conduct the training near your home if it isn’t suitable as this would simply increase your chances of failure.
What happens if I fail?
At SDS we are confident that following your individually structured driving instructor learning programme you will have the very best chance of passing the qualifying exam. But don’t worry if you fail your exam. We will support you to pass.
Can you guarantee me a pass?
No. Irrespective of which instructor training company you are considering the honest answer to this question is no. Those who appear to offer a guarantee of a pass or your training fee back have so many additional conditions attached to them that it is really worthless. These guarantees are simply to fool you into signing up.
How many hours do I need to pass?
The average/expected is around 40 hours – that’s how many you should budget for. It takes longer than you would think. I have felt confident from my first lesson, but there are loads to cover. I’ve had around 29/30 hours, and I’m pretty much there. But will keep having lessons until my test day.