Andrew - Your Driving Instructor

15/10/2026

Theory Test - The Highway Code: The central resource, providing all the answers to the theory test questions and is essential reading for all new drivers. 


14/10/2026

29/09/2026

Curious about what happens during a driving test? Here's what to expect on test day.

An eyesight check 👀
You'll read a number plate from 20 metres away or 20.5 metres if it's an old-style plate.

'Show me, tell me' vehicle safety questions 💭
You'll answer 2 questions about vehicle safety. The 'tell me' question comes before you start driving and the 'show me' question while you're on the move.

General driving ability ✅
You'll drive on a variety of roads, but not on motorways, including 20 to 35 minutes of independent driving, following either a sat nav, traffic signs, or both.

Reversing your vehicle 🚗
You'll be asked to do one of the following: parallel park, park in a bay, or pull up on the right and reverse 2 car lengths. Your examiner will let you know which one.

Knowing what's coming can make test day feel a lot less daunting.

Familiarise yourself with the test: https://ow.ly/p52350ZP1l7

05/09/2026

⚠️ If the instructor is unable to display their badge then it may mean they have not passed the following background checks and tests:-

Background Check: Pass an enhanced criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

ADI Part 1 (Theory Test): A computer-based exam covering multiple-choice questions and hazard perception.

ADI Part 2 (Driving Ability Test): A practical test proving your advanced driving and vehicle control standards.

ADI Part 3 (Instructional Ability Test): A practical assessment of your actual teaching skills, lesson planning, and risk management.

20/08/2026

You've decided it's time to learn to drive, now it's about finding the right instructor for you. 🔍

Our GOV.UK service makes it easy to search for approved driving instructors (ADIs) near you. 📍

ADIs choose whether to be on this service, so they won't all be listed. You can contact DVSA to check if a driving instructor who isn’t listed is qualified. ✅

Ready to begin your learning to drive journey? Find driving schools, lessons and instructors 👉 https://ow.ly/RTe450Zzpox