Frequently Asked Questions
Learner Driver Lessons
What information should I include in my enquiry for driving lessons?
To help us provide an accurate quote, please complete the enquiry form with your postcode, gearbox choice, and preferred lesson times (weekday or weekend). Additional useful information includes your previous driving experience, any booked practical test (with date and location), and any other relevant details. The more we know about your history and current needs, the better we can tailor your lessons.
Why should I choose Taylors Driving School?
We treat every learner as an individual. Lessons are tailored to your experience, learning style, pace, and goals. We also provide additional out-of-car resources to accelerate your development, helping you become a safe driver for life, not just to pass your test.
Do I need to have passed my Theory test to start lessons?
No, passing your theory test is not required to begin practical lessons. However, studying theory first can make your practical lessons easier and more effective.
How can I book lessons or training with Taylors Driving School?
Booking lessons is easy! Simply click the “Contact Us” button on any page, or reach out to us directly using the contact details provided. We’ll guide you to the best starting point for your learning goals.
Do I need a provisional licence to start driving lessons, and how do I apply?
Yes. Legally, you cannot drive on public roads without a valid UK provisional licence or a valid international driving permit. You can apply online via the GOV.UK website or by completing a D1 application form, available at most Post Offices.
How many hours of lessons will I need, and can I practice in my own car?
The number of hours varies by learner, but the UK national average is 45 hours of lessons plus 20 hours of supervised practice. You can practice in your own car if the accompanying driver is over 21, holds a full driving licence for at least 3 years, and your insurance covers learner drivers
Taylor’s Road Knowledge Videos
Are Taylors Road Knowledge Tutorial Videos free?
Yes! All Taylors Road Knowledge Tutorial Videos are completely free. To access them, simply sign up for our free bi-weekly newsletter. The videos are available to all learners, instructors-in-training, and supervisors, hosted on a private YouTube channel accessible through our website.
How can Taylors Road Knowledge Videos save me money?
By studying the videos before in-car lessons, learners can save valuable lesson time, as instructors can focus on practical driving rather than basic theory. This helps reduce the overall cost of learning to drive, as time in the car is efficiently used.
What topics are covered in the Taylors Road Knowledge Videos?
<p>The tutorial videos focus on the <strong>practical application of road knowledge and skills</strong>. They provide learners with essential road knowledge and strategies to develop and improve the skills needed to drive safely and confidently.</p>
How can I trust the information in the Taylors Road Knowledge Videos?
The videos are produced by Elton, founder of Taylors Driving School. He is a highly trained and experienced driving instructor with the highest possible rating for an approved driving instructor, ensuring that all content is accurate, reliable, and up-to-date.
What kind of content is included in the newsletter?
Our bi-weekly newsletter offers regular, useful content for learners, instructors, and supervising drivers. Features include hand-selected products of the week, practical learning and teaching tips, and important news related to road safety.
Who are the Taylors Road Knowledge Videos suitable for?
The videos are suitable for learner drivers, instructors-in-training, and supervising drivers. They are designed to support both practical learning and teaching, helping viewers gain confidence and improve road skills efficiently.
Driving Instructor Training
What makes Taylors Driving Instructor Training different from other schools?
At Taylors, we focus on your success and competence. We prepare you for the realities of being a driving instructor rather than selling an “easy to achieve dream,” ensuring you graduate fully qualified and confident.
What information should I include in my enquiry for driving instructor training?
To get an accurate quote, please provide your postcode, driving experience, and reason for becoming a driving instructor. Additional details about your driving and training history help us assess how we can best support you.
Will I get real-world experience during the training?
Yes. Taylors Driving Instructor Training includes in-car practice with real-world scenarios, delivered one-on-one with the same trainer to ensure consistent guidance, skill development, and confidence building.
What kind of support does the Driving Instructor Training program provide?
Our training offers comprehensive preparation for ADI Parts 1, 2, and 3, including expert guidance, real-world scenarios, and in-car practice. All training is one-on-one with the same trainer, ensuring continuity, structure, and tailored development throughout your learning journey.
How will Taylors support me once I am working on a PDI license?
You will receive continuous feedback, teaching practice, and career support. Our franchise agreement also guarantees a steady supply of clients, providing stability and growth opportunities that other schools may not offer.
Does Taylors provide ongoing career support after qualification?
Absolutely. Beyond training, Taylors offers mentorship, ongoing guidance, and client supply, helping you build a successful and sustainable career as a fully qualified driving instructor.
Taylor's Driving Training Aids
Why is the Magnetic Driver Training Aid a trustworthy teaching tool?
The Magnetic Driver Training Aid was created by Elton, founder of Taylors Driving School and Taylors Driving Training Aids. With years of experience training drivers, multiple road safety qualifications, and the highest possible driving instructor score (51/51), Elton ensures the content is accurate and effective. You can verify his credentials via Google reviews and the Gov.uk website.
How does the Magnetic Driver Training Aid help instructors deliver better lessons?
By using the magnetic pieces, worksheets, and built-in whiteboard, instructors can visually demonstrate complex driving scenarios, conduct fault analysis, and deliver structured, engaging lessons that learners can easily understand and retain.
Can the Magnetic Driver Training Aid be customised for individual learners?
Absolutely. With its built-in whiteboard and movable magnetic pieces, instructors can create custom layouts, recreate incidents, or demonstrate learner-specific scenarios, making lessons flexible, reflective, and tailored to each student’s needs
Who is the Highway Code training aid suitable for?
The Highway Code Training Aid is ideal for learner drivers, driving instructors (ADIs & PDIs), and driving schools. It’s especially useful for learners who benefit from visual and interactive teaching methods. Instructors can use it in the classroom, during theory lessons, or as part of in-car briefings.
Who can benefit from using the Magnetic Driver Training Aid?
The Magnetic Driver Training Aid is suitable for learner drivers of all levels, as well as ADIs, PDIs, and driving schools. Its interactive, visual approach helps learners understand road situations, recognise hazards, and improve their driving skills.
Does the Magnetic Driver Training Aid follow official UK driving standards?
Yes. The Magnetic Driver Training Aid includes worksheets and scenarios designed around the ADI core competencies – Identify, Analyse, Remedy – and covers common UK driving situations like roundabouts, junctions, hazards, and lane positioning, ensuring lessons meet official training requirements.
Is the Highway Code Training Aid a replacement for The Highway Code?
No. This training aid is not a definitive guide to the Highway Code. It is designed as an interactive visual companion to help learners and instructors explain and understand road signs, markings, and lines more effectively. Learners should still use The Highway Code and Know Your Traffic Signs for full legal and safety guidance.
How does Highway Code Training aid help learners understand road signs?
The aid explains road signs by category, shape, and colour, making over 500 UK road signs easier to learn and remember. Learners can see warnings, mandatory instructions, and informational signs in context, which helps them understand their purpose and placement, and promotes safer driving habits.
School of Amateur Instructors
What is the School of Amateur Instructors?
The School of Amateur Instructors is an online course designed to help supervising drivers who are not professionally trained provide effective support to learner drivers. It teaches the essential skills and knowledge needed to make private practice safe and productive.
What is the value of the School of Amateur Instructors?
The course saves time and money by ensuring in-car practice is effective and structured. It also gives supervisors the accurate road knowledge required to support learners and ensures that practice sessions contribute to real skill development.
When will the School of Amateur Instructors be available?
The course is currently under development and will be available to the public in February 2026. You can sign up for our newsletter and mailing list to receive updates and pre-order information as soon as it becomes available.
How can the School of Amateur Instructors save me money?
Driving lessons can cost between £30-£50 per hour, and the DVSA recommends at least 20 hours of additional practice for new drivers. By making the most of supervised practice with this course, you could save over £1,000 and reduce the likelihood of needing a second driving test, which could cost significantly more.
What will I learn in the School of Amateur Instructors?
The course focuses on two key areas: what to teach and how to teach it. It simplifies basic teaching techniques and provides supervisors with the knowledge they need to help learners get the most out of their practice sessions.
Why should I trust the information in the School of Amateur Instructors?
The course was created by Elton, founder of Taylors Driving School and Taylors Driving Training Aids. With years of experience training drivers of all levels, multiple road safety qualifications, and the highest possible driving instructor score (51/51), Elton ensures the content is accurate and reliable. You can verify his credentials via Google reviews and the Gov.uk website
Taylor’s Trusted Products & Services
What kind of products are listed in Taylors Trusted Products and Services?
Taylors Trusted Products offers reliable, road-tested items sorted into convenient categories. This free service helps you find products related to driving, travel, coaching, and learning to drive.
Does Taylors Driving School make a profit from Taylors Trusted Products?
Yes. Taylors Driving School is an Amazon Affiliate, meaning that if you purchase a product through our links, we receive a small marketing fee. This does not affect the price you pay and allows us to highlight offers and featured products for you.
Why should I use Taylors Trusted Products?
Using Taylors Trusted Products saves you time and effort while giving you the confidence that the items you purchase have been tested and proven to be the best value for money.
How are products selected for Taylors Trusted Products?
All products are carefully chosen and road-tested to ensure quality, reliability, and value. Only items that meet our high standards are recommended, so you can shop with trust and confidence
