Susan Bates ADI

19/10/2026

Alex managed to overcome his nerves and delivered an amazing drive today. Only afterwards did he reveal his lack of sleep last night!
So proud of the way you have developed, working on your driving skills as well as controlling those doubting thoughts!! The hard work paid off and you smashed it today!
I’m sure you’ll do well in your chosen career, and now you can commute to anywhere! Have fun car shopping and good luck for those interviews.
Don’t forget to wave when you spot me!!

14/10/2026

An important message for all drivers, regardless of age or experience.
The most important safety feature on your car is the rubber that keeps you on the road. Most people think it’s the brakes. If your tyres can’t grip, your brakes can’t stop the car.

18/09/2026

What a fabulous Friday!!
Two visits to the Test Centre.
Two great new drivers on the roads.
Two blank sheets!
Yes, both passed with 0 driver faults!

First off the blocks this morning was Jess. Her nerves were left at home and a very calm and collected Jess drove into Melton. That calm aura was outwardly maintained all the way round although there were times she felt it might slip, she handled the curveballs and impressed the examiner with her driving.
This afternoon was Dainius’ turn to impress. His previously cool attitude to the test went on a lunchbreak 20 mins before I arrived but the nerves soon subsided as he settled into his driving. Again, the examiner commended his driving in some very difficult situations.
Neither could believe they got 0 faults!
I am so pleased and proud of both of you. I can honestly say we have had some of the best lessons; you both have such great personalities and it’s been a real pleasure sharing the car with you and guiding you to this independence day!
Have fun car shopping, and don’t forget to wave when you spot me!
I’m sorry you’ve had to share a post, but I didn’t want either of you getting lost in the fb algorithms!

12/09/2026

https://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/news/article/8082/warwickshire-county-council-launches-free-webinar-to-support-parents-of-new-drivers

Passing the driving test is just the beginning of the journey for Warwickshire’s newly qualified drivers. To help keep the county’s newest mo

07/08/2026

This is a very poignant message to all young people - drivers or passengers. Cars are lethal weapons in the wrong hands.
Showing off, excessive speeds and a disregard for the roads and conditions are a recipe for disaster.
If you are a passenger, don’t be afraid to ‘spoil the mood’ and speak up to call out poor attitudes or bad driving. Your life could literally depend on it. There is always an alternative to getting in the car.
No one ever thinks it will happen to them or the people they know. The statistics speak for themselves, and every statistic reflects real lives and families ruined.
As this young driver said at the roadside, it’s often not the driver who comes off worst.

04/08/2026

Another successful trip to Melton TC this morning, and a brilliant drive from Cory.
Enjoy your new independence once you get a car sorted (or just fight for the keys to the white one!)
Getting into Nottingham will be so much easier and quicker now!
We had some great lessons and interesting discussions. Believe in yourself and you’ll go far in anything you try.
Keep safe on those roads and don’t forget to wave when you spot me!

30/07/2026

Kory’s journey started with me over 3 years ago, but life got in the way of lessons. I promised to find a space when he was ready to come back and today that journey finished at Melton TC, with a fantastic drive and a well deserved pass certificate!
One test, one driver fault, and one very relieved Kory!!
This is going to make such a difference to you Kory - Sleaford will be so much more accessible with your own car! Keep safe on those roads between here, there and everywhere else!!
Remember to expect the unexpected and wave when you spot me!! It will be very strange not picking you up anymore, I will miss our lessons!!

29/06/2026

At the test centre today with someone who went camera shy on me, so no happy pass photo. Well, I have one, but it’s not fair to post it!
After an amazing drive and feedback from the examiner, Ellie is now ready for an exciting Summer with her new found freedom and independence. Stay safe on those roads and don’t forget to wave when you spot me!

12/06/2026

A Fabulous Friday for Connie!!
Many stop/starts got us to this point - and not just at junctions!!
Connie’s lessons have been interspersed with large gaps but she has remained determined to achieve her goal and finally got to the finish line today.
I am so pleased to have been a part of your journey. It’s lovely seeing you now thriving in a job you enjoy and living the independent dream! Buy yourself a car, start saving for that camper van and enjoy your best life!!
Don’t forget to wave when you spot me!!

01/06/2026

Another student lost to the solo driving adventure after delivering an excellent drive this morning!
Congratulations George!! Very well deserved. This is going to make getting to uni so much easier once your car is sorted. Be careful out there and wave when you spot me.