This article, about my current availability, was updated on 1st July 2026.

My Current Position

While I do not operate a waiting list as such, any new slots that become available are initially offered to learners who have already formally Continue reading →

Following a number of new practical test booking rules, introduced by DVSA in 2026, only a learner can book their own practical driving test, can not change the date more than twice and any changes in the date of a Continue reading →

I have three standard daytime lesson slots each day with some options for evening sessions (please read additional notes):-

Morning One Regular Session (9-10:30am/9-11am or 9:30-11am/9:30-11:30am)

Lunch One Regular Session (11.30-1/11:30-1:30 or 12-1:30pm/12-2pm)

Afternoon One Regular Session (1:30-3pm/1:30-3:30pm or 2-3:30pm/2-4pm Continue reading →

Since I qualified as a driving instructor (over 14 years ago), I have always offered a free introductory meeting for brand new learners (and/or their parents) before they started their driving lessons with me.  In recent years, I have Continue reading →

As we are now in January 2025,  I’ve taken the opportunity to update the statistics of practical tests covering every test taken in my car since I started recording driving test results (in 2012). As I’ve found that the Continue reading →

It is important that any car you drive is suitably roadworthy, safe to be on the road. This forms part of the legal responsibilities of the driver of any vehicle being driven.

The acronym FLOWER may help drivers remember some Continue reading →

While most people only use driving lessons to learn to drive, many learners supplement their lessons by practising between lessons (with a relative or friend).  If this is an option for you, I fully encourage it as I personally Continue reading →

Although it is not an option for everyone, where it is possible, I fully encourage practising between driving lessons to gain additional driving experience and to help learners understand that different cars can feel different to drive.  However, it Continue reading →

Please read this initial statement carefully. The mock test service I offer is a one off session and arranged on the clear understanding that there is no expectation of using my car to take your test in or being accompanied Continue reading →

My business Facebook page was initially designed (many years ago) as a way of advertising my services and promoting my website. The purpose of the page evolved to being a useful platform where I could keep my pupils up to Continue reading →