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Driving bans can be incredibly frustrating. They can completely change your way of life and leave you with many unanswered questions about what to do next. If you have been banned from driving, or are concerned you may receive a ban following a recent driving conviction, we recommend that you get an assessment with 4front Driving School and look at the grey areas that you need to improve on to pass the extended driving test. If the court told you that you must take another driving test before driving again, you’ll have to apply for a new provisional licence. You can drive as soon as your ban is over and you’ve passed the tests you need to take. Extended tests will last about twice as long as a standard test and include one of the usual manoeuvres and definitely an emergency stop. With regard to faults they’re marked in exactly the same way as a normal car test. The independent part of the driving uses a couple of the standard satnav sections, but after that you will go out a little bit further into the countryside for example. You are expected to drive as an experienced driver and it is a good idea to iron out faults that you have developed over the years so that you show professional and safe driving techniques throughout the test. At 4front Driving School we can help you achieve this and after your assessment would organise a number of mock tests to improve your standard of driving to pass your extended test. We are here to support you. To find out more and what we can offer you call Simon on 07905657229. Or email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com How to get a new licence DVLA will send you a reminder 56 days before your disqualification ends - use this to apply for a new provisional driving licence. If you did not get a reminder, order an application form instead. Order form D1 for a car and motorbike licence or form D2 for a lorry and bus licence. Book and take a theory and practical test (or compulsory basic training and motorcycle practical test if you ride a motorcycle). Book and take an extended practical test if the court told you to take one. The extended practical test lasts at least 60 minutes and has higher fees. When you’ve passed the practical test, ask the examiner to arrange for your new licence to be sent to you - you can legally drive as soon as you’ve passed the practical test.

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I became a driving instructor when I really needed a career change. I felt that I had the necessary credentials to become an instructor and my current job at the time held many transferable skills as I was a teacher for many years. There are many transferable skills you may have from your current job or career path that would be of an advantage when training as a driving instructor such as: Caring, patient, and understanding, Communication skills, Awareness and planning, Forward thinking, Risk management skills, Self-discipline and time management, Coaching skills and techniques, An ability to teach, Customer service skills, Differentiation, Quick reaction skills, Commitment Self management A business sense My career background went from retail to teaching in a secondary school, to teaching primary, to become a driving instructor, to run my own driving school and deliver driving instructor training programs. My teaching career got to the point where workload, stress levels and targets were taking over my work life balance and I needed out. I had a mortgage to pay, a family to feed and young children so I was concerned about the risks of ditching my job and the impact it may have if it did not go to plan. There are many people in the same position, in many other jobs but my thought was how would I afford to train and support my family if I am not working whilst training. The good thing was I could train around my existing job. So I planned my path to a new career. First I went and did supply teaching - this took the pressure off. I found an honest local company who could deliver my training. I met with the director of the company who I could meet up with and talk to at any point during my training for advice and support. Something I would have never have got from a large company. He gave me plenty of useful advice and sold the idea to me. I was aware of the risks and that I would have to take to pass all 3 stages of training to qualify. But my determination and commitment are what got me through this part of the journey. I had thought about being a driving instructor for a number of years, but never committed to it until my feelings towards my job pushed me to make the leap. Maybe I should have made that commitment a long time ago as this was one of the best decisions I had ever made. Don't get me wrong, but the training does have its stresses and there is that uncertainty and what if you don't pass. At the end of the day I gave it a go and I am so glad I did as I passed and succeeded and have gone even further by building on that career and being able to be my own boss. Being an approved driving instructor (ADI) can be a very rewarding career: I believe that you can help people to learn an important skill for life. You are training others to be safe and confident drivers. And the greatest thing about the job that caught my eye was that I could be my own boss. I so wanted that break from being called into my managers office and wondering what to expect. So I started my training - I used a number of resources such as The Driving Instructor's Handbook and The Official DVSA Theory Test for Approved Driving Instructors (does what it says on the tin), which will come in very handy throughout your training. And for part one I turned to 'Driving Test Success' which I was able to refresh my theory and learn all the additional topics needed to pass that stage with no hiccups. When I passed my part one I had an amazing feeling - a sense of achievement - this path is possible and I had not experienced that kind of feeling for a long time. I rang my trainer and told him the good news. Maybe I was a bit too over excited. It was just a test, but I was proud of myself and that the hard work - hours of reading and revision had paid off. Then it was time to look at part 2. This was harder for me to accept - like you I had been driving for some time without anyone else criticising my driving skills. But I had to accept that over the years I had developed bad habits that needed rectifying before I had any chance of passing my part 2. I also believe that like a learner driver - the older you get - the harder it is to learn a new skill as you are stuck in your own ways, habits, views and opinions. I do believe though that the training I received for part 2 was an integral part of my success story. So I strongly recommend that any trainee driving instructor takes the training offered to pass their part 2. There was so much relief when I passed my part 2 training. The nerves had built up and I could see how they can affect someones performance when taking a test. This is so commonly seen in learner drivers taking tests so as an instructor I wanted to develop more of an understanding of ones mental well-being when under pressure. I have compiled a range of resources over the years to support individuals in this field as when someone is learning with you they want to pass - that's their goal but I needed to understand their requirements too - the needs and requirements of that individual to base my teaching around to be able to get any where near ready for my part three. That again is where my training came in. I started my training for part 3 and spent many one-to-one hours in the car with my trainer and covered all the necessary areas of training, to then feel ready to deliver to real students and earn some money from it. So I applied for my pink licence and took my first student out. That was a fantastic day, a proud moment and it went to plan. To obtain a trainee licence you have to be sponsored by, and work with, an established driving school which is exactly what I did and now offer here to trainee driving instructors at 4front Driving School. I made full use of my pink licence and earnt a full salary. I was not required to pay a franchise fee until I had passed my part 3. I did pass my part 3 and was over the moon. My client portfolio grew and most students I took on would come from recommendation as you would always ask your good students to recommend you. I build up reviews on social media and google which helped my name spread as I was recommended locally to many students. Later on when I felt confident I flew the nest and ventured into building my own driving school which has grown and developed into a success story. I would always encourage others who join me to train, to do just that. There are no strings attached and you can stay with me for as long as you need to. I am here to support you and offer you the same service that I got when I trained and would continue that support for as long as you need it. You can check if your eligible to train to become a driving instructor via the gov website. This will take you through the first steps of your application. ​ So at 4front Driving School we can offer you a package to suit your needs - we have competitive rates and no ties. If you fancy meeting up to discuss your situation, options or way we can help you then please don't hesitate to contact me for a chat. Call Simon on 07905657229 Or email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com ​ Visit our driving instructor page at: https://www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk/becomeadrivinginstructor Visit our website at: www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk Follow us on facebook at www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk Find us on google

How can I increase my chances of passing my driving test first time? Achieving a successful outcome Achieving a successful outcome and increasing your chances of passing your test first time stem back to how well you progressed in your driving lessons, your commitment, self discipline, self awareness and self confidence. Self discipline The first key part to success in learning to drive is your self discipline. Maybe ask yourself some questions before you start each lesson and log them in a journal For example: If you had a choice for today’s lesson, what would you do? What is your top priority in your driving right now? What will it mean to you when you reach your goal? What was most valuable to you about today’s lesson? What are you pleased with so far with your driving skills? How will you transform future lessons with this knowledge? Practising at home Those who get extra regular practise are more likely to pass first time and become more confident drivers. These sessions don't have to be full on and could just be driving to the supermarket and practising parking. We have created a guide for students and their parents to support them at home in this process. Self Reflect Did you know that people who self reflect by keeping a journal of their progress tend to feel more confident in test situations as they can remind themselves of how well they can drive and how they have improved their ability. A reflective journal could help you replay your driving lesson in a test situation. Combating Nerves Combating nerves is so important as it can affect your performance on the day of test. Check out our blog post on Combating Nerves to help you increase your chances of passing your driving test first time. How many hours of driving tuition will I need is a common question that many ask. It is a broad subject and therefore it depends on a number of factors that only you can answer. Read our blog post on this question and it may help you determine how many you will need to have a good chance of passing your test first time. Want to book a driving lesson? Contact us on 07905657229 Email: 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/frontdrivingschool Check out 4front Driving School on Google! https://g.page/4front-driving-school?gm Follow 4front Driving School on Instagram at www.instagram.com/4frontdrivingschool Visit our website at www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk Driving lessons in and around Loughborough We also offer driving instructor training

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Have you passed your test? Have you been out on the motorway yet? Are you feeling a bit nervous about venturing out on your own? Be confident in driving again and take a motorway driving lesson to suit you. Learn to Drive With Simon @ 4frontdrivingschool Visit our website at: www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk Follow us on facebook at www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk Check out 4front Driving School on Google! https://g.page/4front-driving-school?gm

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What we can offer you @ 4front Driving School we offer Fantastic 1-1 Training to become an approved Driving Instructor. ​ Be Yourself, Share your skills, Be your own boss... Why is this a good choice of a career? Being an approved driving instructor (ADI) can be a very rewarding career: you’ll help people to learn an important skill for life and help teach others to be safe and confident drivers. The job will involve working with all sorts of people so you’ll need good people skills as well as patience and understanding as an instructor, a thorough knowledge of the theory and practical driving test, an ability to teach, awareness of changes in the regulations for driving tests, as well as driving instruction and the highway code, business sense, And the great thing is you can be your own boss. At 4front Driving School we can offer you all your training needs, all we ask is that you are committed and withhold our company's fantastic reputation for delivering a fantastic and caring service towards our students. You can check if your iligible to train to become a driving instructor via the gov website. This will take you through the first steps of your application. ​ A bit about me - I am Simon, an ADI who trained a number of years ago to become a driving instructor as I believed I had the qualities, patients and credentials needed to become a successful driving instructor. I was a teacher for 12 years, originally in secondary education, I later moved into primary but the workload and stress was all to much. That might sound familiar. I wanted to be my own boss, no more targets, no-one looking over me, calling me into their office - `Sound Familiar?` I worked for a local driving school to begin with, learnt the ropes and how to be successful in this field of work. After a year or so I felt confident I could grow my own business and not rely on others help anymore. So at 4front Driving School we can offer you a package to suit your needs - we have competitive rates and no ties. If you fancy meeting up to discuss your situation, options or way we can help you then please don't hesitate to contact me for a chat. ​ Things you will need to consider ​ You’ll need to check that you’re eligible to apply to become a driving instructor. Take a quick test on GOV.UK to find out whether you can apply. This test will also tell you what to do next to become an ADI. ​ How to apply First you’ll need to apply to the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) to become an ADI. To do this you’ll need to give details about your current driving licence including any driving offences. You’ll also need a criminal records disclosure number. You can apply to become an ADI on GOV.UK. ​ Criminal record check Before you can apply to become an ADI, you’ll need to have a criminal record check. Apply for your check at GOV.UK ​ Next steps When you’ve been accepted to start the qualifying process, you can start your training towards the three ADI tests. Part 1: theory test Part 2: practical driving test Part 3: instructional ability test. You’ll have to pass the tests in this order and you must pass them within a two-year period before you can join the ADI register. ​ Once you have completed Part 1 we advise you undergo some driver training to get you prepared for part 2. Most drivers develop habits over the years that need to be ironed out. You only get 3 attempts at this part otherwise you have to wait 2 years before you can start again from scratch. Each attempt is costly and time consuming to you. Once you have successfully completed part 2 then we can undergo the relevant training for part 3. When we think you are ready you can apply for a pink PDI badge which will allow you to teach whilst getting paid with real students that we can provide for you. Some of this will involve us observing your teaching so that you can develop the right skills to pass part 3. You will be required to take 40 hours of Part 3 training before you will be entitled to apply for a trainee licence. We can offer more training if you need it or request it. ​ ​ ​ ​

Question for Learners... 4 colours of reflective cats eyes but what do the 4 colours mean... Green, White, Orange & Red ? ( try answer without checking the highway code book ) 😊 When you have finished writing your answer then check if it is correct.

Part 3 - Driving Instructor Training with 4front Driving School What happens during the test A Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency examiner will watch you give a client-centred driving lesson lasting about an hour to one of your pupils. The examiner will look for evidence that you meet the national standard for driver and rider training. Your pupil Your pupil can be a learner or a full licence holder. They can’t be an approved driving instructor (ADI) or someone else who is preparing to take the ADI part 3 test. You can take your trainer or mentor with you, but they can’t take part in the lesson. What you’ll be marked on You’ll be marked on 17 areas of competence that are grouped into 3 categories: lesson planning risk management teaching and learning strategies The 17 areas of competence are listed in the ADI part 3 test report form, which the examiner will fill in at the end of your test. You’ll get a score from 0 to 3 for each of the 17 competencies, which are added up to work out if you’ve passed the test, and what your grade will be. Want to know more? Call Simon on 07905657229 or email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com Visit our website at www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk

Part 2 - Driving Instructor Training with 4front Driving School Once you have completed Part 1 we advise you undergo some driver training with us to get you prepared for part 2. Most drivers develop habits over the years that need to be ironed out. I know I did before I started my training. It was hard to admit but my driving skills needed improving and I needed to make myself aware of them and fix them. You only get 3 attempts at this part otherwise you have to wait 2 years before you can start again from scratch. Each attempt is costly and time consuming to you. What happens during the Part 2 Driving Instructor Training Test? There are 5 parts to the approved driving instructor (ADI) part 2 test: an eyesight check ‘show me, tell me’ vehicle safety questions general driving ability manoeuvres independent driving How long the test lasts The test takes around one hour. The eyesight test You’ll have to read a number plate from a distance of: 26.5 metres for vehicles with a new-style number plate 27.5 metres for vehicles with an old-style number plate New-style number plates start with 2 letters followed by 2 numbers, such as AB51 ABC. You’ll fail the test if you do not pass the eyesight test. It will count as one of the 3 attempts you’re allowed at the ADI part 2 test. ‘Show me, tell me’ questions You’ll be asked 5 vehicle safety questions known as the ‘show me, tell me’ questions. These test that you know how to carry out basic safety tasks. You’ll be asked: 3 ‘tell me’ questions at the start of your test, before you start driving 2 ‘show me’ questions while you’re driving - for example, showing how to wash the windscreen using the car controls and wipers You’ll get a driving fault for each incorrect answer you give. You’ll get a serious fault and fail the test if you answer all 5 questions incorrectly, or if you lose control of the car while answering any of the ‘show me’ questions. Your general driving ability You’ll have to show the examiner all of the following: expert handling of the controls use of correct road procedure anticipation of the actions of other road users and then taking appropriate action sound judgement of distance, speed and timing consideration for the convenience and safety of other road users driving in an environmentally-friendly manner You’ll drive in varying road and traffic conditions, including motorways or dual carriageways where possible. You might also be asked to carry out an emergency stop. Reversing your vehicle The examiner will ask you to do 2 of the following exercises: parallel park at the side of the road reverse into a parking bay and drive out drive into a parking bay and reverse out pull up on the right-hand side of the road, reverse for around 2 car lengths, and rejoin the traffic Independent driving You’ll have to drive for about 20 minutes by following either: directions from a sat nav traffic signs The examiner will tell you which you have to do. Following directions from a sat nav The examiner will provide the sat nav and set it up for you. You cannot follow directions from your own sat nav during the test. Going off the route Your test result will not be affected if you take a wrong turning, unless you make a fault while doing it. The examiner will help you get back on the route if you do. If you cannot see traffic signs If you cannot see a traffic sign (for example, because it’s covered by trees), the examiner will give you directions until you can see the next one. If you make mistakes during your test You can carry on if you make a mistake. It might not affect your test result if it’s not serious. The examiner will only stop your test if they think your driving is a danger to other road users. Once you have successfully completed part 2 then we can undergo the relevant training for part 3. When we think you are ready you can apply for a pink PDI badge which will allow you to teach whilst getting paid with real students that we can provide for you. Some of this will involve us observing your teaching so that you can develop the right skills to pass part 3. You will be required to take 40 hours of Part 3 training before you will be entitled to apply for a trainee licence. We can offer more training if you need it or request it. Want to know more? Call Simon on 07905657229 or email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com Visit our website at www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk

Check That You're Eligible To Apply To Become A Driving Instructor You’ll need to check that you’re eligible to apply to become a driving instructor. Take a quick test on GOV.UK to find out whether you can apply. This test will also tell you what to do next to become an ADI. You can read more about our services on our driving instructor training page at https://www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk/becomeadrivinginstructor Or read our blog post that explains what to expect from the program. You may want to find out what is involved in part 1 of the ADI training program. Want to know more? Call Simon on 07905657229 or email 4frontdrivingschool@gmail.com Visit our website at www.4frontdrivingschool.co.uk