ETON
DRIVING SCHOOL
Frequently asked questions
Why 2hr
lessons
2 hour lesson save you money and will speed up your progress.
2 hour lessons are also far more productive because of the continuous unbroken time behind the wheel.
Why 3hrs for a test
Before your test you will require some driving to practise, settle yourself, settle your nerves and getting ready for your test.
Preparation is key to success.
We will also need to travel to and from the Test Station
How many lessons will I need before I test
To pass your test you will require on average 45 hrs of lessons, according to the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency.
How many lessons you will need will depend on how quickly you learn.
Do I need to pass my theory before I can have lessons
Once you have your provisional licence you can drive on all roads except for motorways. You must be supervised when you're learning to drive a car. This can be by a driving instructor or someone else who meets the rules.
Should I practise in my parents car
Having lessons with an instructor and then practising with a parent is usually the best way to build confidence and driving experience.
However, You must become a named driver on the cars insurance and you need to be with a qualified driver aged 21 or over who's held a full licence for at least three years
Do Driving Instructors have background checks
To become a Driving Instructor you are required to have an enhanced background check and ID verification.
Those already on the DVSA's ADI register will also be checked every four years.
The DVSA carries out licence checks with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency.