there has been lots of speculation recently about a "new" theory test evolving in january.

the latest information we have received is that there will only be a change to the multiple choice module of the test.

New questions will be introduced to the multiple choice module ,but unlike in the past, the answers will not be available to the candidate.

The reason for this is to ensure the students have a better understanding of the driving theory so that the student is not just memorising the questions and answers in the test..

Heya my name is Sarah 

 On the 3rd May 2011 I passed my driving test with 5star. My instructor was Jason and he was really helpfull. However it wasnt always like that. I found Jason through a friend at my college after my previous instructor bailed on me  
Jason was recommened as he was helpfull and actually listened to me when I need help.

I was so nervous for my first lesson, but at $14.99 for the first two hour session, I thought I would give it a try. Jason came and collected me from my home and drove me round the corner. He then sat with me and listened to me about my experience at driving. He could tell I was really nervous, but he made me feel comfortable. I explained to him that my previous instructor used to shout at me alot, which had caused me to become scared of driving.

To cut a long story short, from that moment on Jason taught me to be confident at the wheel. It was patient with me throughout, and we even had a laugh whilst doing so.

I would recommend (and I have done) to everyone and anyone. All of my friends are now learning with them and I can honestly say that you won't find a better place to learn.

As a learner driver you will have one goal when taking driving lessons and that is to pass your driving test and become a full licence holder allowing you the freedom to drive unsupervised.

The driving test will last for approximately 45 minutes and the examiner will expect you to drive to a safe standard on a variety of roads and also to carry out a range of manoeuvres one of these being a turn in the road. The examiner will then choose another manoeuvre for you to carry out, it maybe a reverse round the corner, a bay park or a parallel park. You may also be required to perform an emergency stop aswell.

By learning with a DSA licenced driving instructor such as those with 5 Star Driving Academy you will significantly increase your chances of passing the driving test as we know how to teach and coach you upto the required standard in as little time as possible. Infact we sometimes even manage to go that extra mile and have students pass their driving test not only first time but with NO DRIVING FAULTS at all!.

Everyone starts their driving test with a clean score sheet so in theory everyone starts their driving test already passed. Its only by making driving faults throughout the drive do you start moving towards a fail. If you make the same driving fault continually then it becomes a serious or dangerous fault which means you have failed your test. Your driving instructor will explain how the scoring system works in more detail before you take your test

In the past 2 months we have had 2 students pass their test with ZERO Faults which is a fantastic result for both the driving instructor and student. This just goes to show that with hard work and commitment to your driving lessons then the driving test should infact not be a testing drive but more an enjoyable and chance for you to demonstrate your driving skill to the examiner.

We would like to send out a big congratulations to Jay James and Rickie Bowdler who both passed with ZERO faults

Their instructors who both give driving lessons in wolverhampton are looking forward to their next student to pass with zero faults.

If you would like to be the next student to possbily pass with zero faults then contact 5star driving academy. Your 1st 2hr lesson is only £14.99

Regards,

5 Star Driving Academy

For those of you going through your driving instructor training you may well here the phrase "Part 3 Rescue Training" mentioned. This usually relates to when a trainee has failed 2 attempts at their final exam and realises that they need extra help or another trainers opinion on their current skill level to pass their final attempt.

Part 3 is all about the core competencies which are fault indentification, fault analysis and remedial action as its these that will decide your grade and if you pass or fail (you need to score a minimum grade 4 in both phase 1 and phase 2 of your part 3 exam). It's only when you learn from an experienced driving school and training provider such as 5 Star Driving Academy that you will gain the necessary skills to pass your part 3 exam.

Recently we had a PDI approach us from another driving school who had already failed his part 3 twice already. He realised he needed more coaching on his "core comps" before going for his final attempt at his part 3 and wasnt getting the necessary support and training from the school he had chosen to go with for his training. After an additional training from our grade 6 trainer he finally passed his part 3 exam and became an A.D.I (Approved Driving Instructor). Everyone at 5 Star Driving Academy would like to congratulate Terence Darcy on successfully passing this exam

Remember this... if you keep doing what youve always done, you will keep achieving what you've always achieved. If you have failed your part 3 already then you may need to get some new training possibly with a different provider otherwise you may not be succesful at your next attempt.

If you are going through your part 3 training and feel that you arent improving , or have failed your part 3 and need to gain the correct skills to pass then contact us and we can assess your current skill level and then provide you with the support and training you need.

Regards,

5 Star Driving Academy

We've all seen the adverts on tv by a certain large national training company promising that anyone can become a driving instructor and earn upto £30k a year with a company car. So is this really the case? Can anyone become a driving instructor and can you really earn £30K a year by working the hours you use?

Well, unfortunately not. Being a driving instructor is a very rewarding job but the hours can be unsociable working evenings and weekends which isnt for everyone. Be wary of anyone promising a company car as the majority of instructors (if not all) are self employed so the car you either have to buy or lease (both of which incur a cost to you) 

As for the  instructor training, this is a 3 stage program and how long it takes you to complete varies from person to person. You will see some training organisations claiming that you can be an instructor within 12weeks, and whilst this maybe possible in extreme cases it is not the norm. Realistically you can expect your training to take atleast 6-9months minimum and most cases even longer than that. There is an option to teach on a trainee licence but this is for you to gain experience before taking your final instructor exam.

You also need to look at who's going to be training you. Is it a training organisation who have salesmen on commission to sell training packages to as many people as possible even if they are not suitable or have the potential skills to train as a driving instructor.

This blog isnt meant to answer all your questions on training to be a driving instructor, just to make you think a bit more about the questions you should be asking and the answers you get.

If you would like to find out more then we will be happy to advise you further.

Regards

Russell