Learning to Drive. Frequently asked questions

There is no set number of lessons you should take before taking the driving test. It depends on your personal learning pace and driving skills. Some people may only need a few lessons, while others may need more. Your instructor will be able to advise you on the right number of lessons for you.

You must be 17 years old to take driving lessons in the UK, and 18 years old to take the driving test.

It depends on your personal circumstances and availability. Some people start taking lessons as soon as they turn 17, while others wait until they have a more flexible schedule or until they are more financially stable. The best time to start is when you feel ready and comfortable behind the wheel

Taking lessons with a local driving school in Oxford gives you the advantage of learning how to drive in the same conditions and road conditions you will face when you take the driving test. This means that you will have a better understanding of the roads and the driving conditions in Oxford, which will give you more confidence when you take the test.

We do accept cash or bank transfer. and after the payment, you will receive an electronic receipt  emailed to you

To prepare for your driving test in Oxford, you should have a good understanding of the road signs and regulations, be able to control the car smoothly and safely, and have a good understanding of defensive driving. It’s also a good idea to practice driving on different types of roads, such as busy streets and highways, to gain more experience.

On the day of the practical driving test in oxford, you will be picked up by your instructor one hour before your practical driving test is due to begin for a bit of practice and last minutes advice, then you’ll be heading over to James Wolfe Road driving test centre in oxford, right off Hollow Way. It is a small residential estate and is a 20-minute drive from the centre of Oxford. You will need to bring with you your provisional driving licence.

Your instructor will use the hour before the practical driving test to take you through each of the manoeuvres once. They will run you through the show me tell me questions and answers for the final time.

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On the day of your driving test in Oxford, you will be expected to drive independently, following the instructions of the driving examiner. The test will last around 40 minutes and will include a combination of different types of roads and driving conditions. You will also be asked to perform a manoeuvre, such as a parallel park, and answer a few questions about the Highway Code.

After your initial booking, you’ll be assigned a dedicated instructor who will stay with you throughout your learning journey, all the way to your driving test. This ensures continuity and allows your instructor to personalise lessons to suit your progress.

No, using your instructor’s car for the test is charged at the same rate as a regular lesson, ensuring transparency and ease when it comes to test day costs.

Only the introductory lesson is 1 hour. Following that, all lessons are 2 hours due to the high cost of fuel and the travel time often involved for instructors. This arrangement allows us to make each lesson both productive and cost-effective.

Lesson availability can vary depending on both the instructor’s diary and demand, so it’s generally advisable to book a few weeks in advance. Once your first lesson is scheduled, your instructor will help organise future sessions based on their availability and your needs.