Step 1: How to book a Driving Course

Embarking on your driving journey is easy with Driving Skill.

We provide courses tailored to all experience levels, if you're a complete novice in need of an extended course or almost ready for the test and just looking for a quick refresher.

Once you've chosen your course, booking is simple—just give us a call on 0800 037 3036.

A £250 deposit is all it takes to secure your spot.

If you don't have a valid theory test pass number, please remember to include a theory test when you book.

We'll arrange it well in advance to ensure your course proceeds without a hitch.

Don't forget to explore our theory test resources for valuable preparation and revision tips!

Step 2: A Few Important Details Needed

To ensure everything is ready for reserving your course our office team, we'll ask a few questions about your preferences for the course.

Typical questions include: - When and where would you like to take your driving test? - What is your availability for and tests? - Do you prefer a fully intensive or semi-intensive course structure- Which test centres would you consider? - Are there any specific conditions that may affect your lesson tuition?

Once we have all the necessary, we’ll begin planning your course!

Step 3: Arranging Your Practical Driving Test

It's essential to keep your driving skills fresh until your practical driving test date arrives. When we schedule your driving test, we will consider your availability and any specific requirements. Our bookings team will secure your test well in advance of the typical waiting times listed the DVSA website. After your driving test date is confirmed, will proceed to the next step.

Step 4: Assigning Your Instructor

We'll assign you a local instructor familiar with the area to help plan lessons, focusing on the roads commonly featured in your practical driving test. After being paired with an instructor, you will collaborate to create a lesson schedule that accommodates your daily routine.

There's no need to arrange payment before each lesson; Driving Skill manage all payments to your instructor.

Step 5: The Start of Your Driving Course

Every course is tailored to each pupil. If you're a beginner, you'll begin by mastering essential rules and navigating quiet streets., a more seasoned learner will focus on practicing manoeuvres and on busier A-roads. Since your practical test is already scheduled, you can utilize your lessons in the vicinity your selected driving test centre.

Step 6: Time for Your Practical Driving Test

Now that you've completed all the hard work, you're prepared for test day.

Regardless of which test centre go to, the format will remain consistent: For safety, the will conduct an eyesight test where you'll need to read a license plate from 20 meters away. You may wear glasses, and if you require them for clear vision, it's essential to wear them while.

You'll have two questions regarding vehicle maintenance and safety, known as ‘show me, tell me questions. The first question (the ‘tell me’ question) will be asked when you're outside the car, while the second question (the ‘show me’ question) will be posed when you're behind the wheel.

The driving portion will commence with a 20-minute general driving section. During this time, the examiner will give you directions to follow (e.g., “Turn right at the end of the road”) and will ask you to safely pull over at the side of the road several times.

The examiner will typically request one of three reversing manoeuvres during the driving section. If not asked then, you’ll perform one at the end of the test as you return to the centre.

The manoeuvres include bay parking, parallel parking, and pulling up on the right side of the road, reversing two car lengths, and then merging back into traffic.

Next, you'll enter the independent driving section, where you'll follow directions from a sat nav. Remember, deviating from the route is usually not a significant issue, as long as no driving faults occur.

Many learners mistakenly believe they’ve failed if they stray from the route, but that isn’t always the case.

Finally, you’ll return to the driving test centre and park.

The test will conclude, and within minutes, you'll receive your result.

If you do not pass, the examiner will provide feedback and highlight your mistakes, offering valuable advice for improvement.

If you pass, you’ll receive a pass certificate and have the opportunity to apply for your full licence immediately.

Regardless of the outcome, the examiner will email you your results sheet.