Extra student information and help links
This page is work in progress however some information and links to help students.
Lesson Request Posts
Be specific on your lesson request posts, do extra information in availability, such as “can i be picked up from home and finish lesson at college.”
Delete your post when you get an instructor.
Choosing Instructor
Try and get an introduction lesson before committing, you may spend around 50 hours in the car together, you need to feel comfortable.
Don’t rush in to block booking because,
What happens if you find you don’t like your instructor?
If you, or they, have time off sick?
Policy on short notice cancellations.
Block booking can save a little money, but be sure before you commit.
How long does it take to learn?
It depends is the answer but an approximate guideline by the DVLA is;
45 hours of professional instruction plus another 20 hours in your own car with parents/friends.
Learning to drive is an investment, the average cost in NE Lincs is £38.00 per hour. So the cost will be around £1,700, if you haven’t access to your own car then about £2,500.
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Book, manage practice your theory test from the government website
https://www.gov.uk/theory-test
Free Hazard Perception Test Practice
Lots of freebies here, but only do CGI ones.
https://hazardperceptiontest.net/
The Highway Code 2025 + Theory Test Book 2025 + DVSA Driving Essential Skills 2025 + Know Your Traffic Signs 2025 + 128 Road Signs Flash Cards 2025 – Driving Instructor Approved. Around £40.00
You really need this to pass but look on Ebay and Facebook for used copies. The Driving Essentials book is the most important.
Amazon pack link hereÂ