Teaching A Learner To Drive?

Send us Fan Mail Introduction to the Core Driving Process (Parents 3) Lesson 2 in Drive Zone IMPACT-ADI - Your Route to Success with DVSA Exams - whether Part 3 or standards check.  Drive Hart's team of A Graded (ORDIT) Coaches provide online advice and support and also a full suite of E Learning modules which cover what you needs to teach and how to teach it - all National Standards / Compet...

Send us Fan Mail If your interested in Drive Hart's IMPACT-ADI training vist our website - we offer online learning, ORDIT/A Grade Trainer Support through our Training Association - basic monthly subscription - for both ADIs and PDIs  While your on our site why not check out our  article -  Briefings = Better Outcomes In this podcast we share a simple way to debrief at the end of a driving le...

Send us Fan Mail We break down how we coach learner drivers through mistakes using a student-centered problem-solving approach that builds real responsibility. We focus on giving the student the first voice, reaching shared clarity about what happened, and turning the debrief into clear learning outcomes that carry into the next lesson. • defining what counts as a “problem” during driver training...

Send us Fan Mail We walk through a practical six-point framework for giving learner drivers technical information that is accurate, timely, and easy to use on the road. We use real teaching moments like the flashing amber at a pelican crossing and a blues-and-twos scenario to show how we coach judgment, not just rules. • learner questions, road events, and teachable moments that trigger technical...

Send us Fan Mail We break down how to give timely, safe feedback during driving lessons without distracting the student at the worst possible moment. We share practical ways to reinforce learning, confirm understanding, and debrief clearly so every incident becomes progress. • acknowledging student questions right away and returning to them at a safer time • deciding when to coach on the move and...

Send us Fan Mail We focus on how we unlock learning by matching our teaching style to the pupil’s learning style and current ability. We share practical ways to identify what a student needs, pivot our coaching in real time, and build a toolkit that creates clear learning outcomes. • what the DVSA looks for under teaching and learning strategies • the main learning style preferences and why they a...

Send us Fan Mail Overview of Lesson Construction and Practice areas - key sub-competencies of Lesson Planning (DVSA higher level competency area) outlined in the ADI Guidance to Examiners available on Gov.uk.  Key tested competencies for Part 3 and Standards Checks.   Commentary:  A driving lesson can feel “busy” and still achieve nothing if the plan is fuzzy. We sit down as Sarah Hart and Julie C...

Send us Fan Mail Tell me whats wrong with this statement:    “We’re doing roundabouts today” sounds like a plan, but it often leaves learners unclear on what they’re trying to improve or how to judge success, its telling not engaging the student in the plan setting and lacks definition - as we all know - Roundabouts as a theme includes a host of skills, processes and decision-making skills.    How...

Send us Fan Mail Transcript link Your lesson plan meets the real world, and the real world wins. We sit down as a training team to talk through what examiners actually want to see in SC1 lesson planning, especially for a standards check or ADI Part 3, and how to stay calm and purposeful when the drive doesn’t follow your original plan. If you’ve ever wondered how to prove your lesson plan is pupil...

Send us Fan Mail Trying to level up your driving instructor training without burning out or wasting in-car time? We break down what a Drive Hart IMPACT-ADI  training association actually gives you in the real world: wraparound support that helps you walk into each session prepared, not guessing.  We talk through the learning tools we provide, from online training and recordings to revision notes a...

Send us Fan Mail Drive Hart IMPACT-ADI is grounded in our core values, which are: an absolute commitment to working to secure our clients' success,  driving professional standards in training and coaching  and actively engaging in our wider communities - supporting instructors, parents and students through our social programme.  Work on these has secured Drive Hart's success and is the f...

Send us Fan Mail Short introduction of Drive Hart's IMPACT-ADI training approach for PDIs and ADIs by Sarah Hart (ORDIT) - Director of Drive Hart's IMPACT-ADI programme and Lead Coach.  IMPACT - ADI approach offers a structured approach to training based on an assessment of your actual needs.  It is relevant to both those in training and established ADIs who require professional developm...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is the second of our Open Mic. sessions with Trainee Instructors . In this conversation, Drive Hart–sponsored PDI Cass chats with Director of Training Ops and A‑graded (ORDIT) trainer Sarah Hart about the DVSA Part 3 exam – what’s expected of you and how to prepare. They cover: What the DVSA examiner is really looking for Practical preparation tips and recommendations...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is the first of our Open Mic. sessions with Trainee Instructors . In this conversation, Drive Hart–sponsored PDI Cass chats with Director of Training Ops and A‑graded (ORDIT) trainer Sarah Hart about the DVSA Part 2 exam – what’s expected of you and how to prepare. They cover: What the DVSA examiner is really looking for Practical preparation tips and recommendations...

Send us Fan Mail This podcast is led by ORDIT Trainer and Director of Drive Hart Limited, Sarah Hart.  We cover some of the key issues relating to the DVSA Part 2 Test of your driving ability.   Some of the recommendations are: 1.  Get training in advance of this exam  2.  You need to be able to demonstrate a well-disciplined business like drive Support the show Dear Listener, Thanks for tuning in...

Send us Fan Mail Becoming a driving instructor in the UK is a structured process, clearly outlined on the official GOV.UK website. This episode gives you a quick overview of the key stages, from initial registration through to taking (and preparing for) the three qualifying exams.  For full, up-to-date guidance, visit: https://www.gov.uk/become-car-driving-instructor Once you know you meet the eli...

Send us Fan Mail The first of three exams is the Theory Exam.  The details of the exam are outlined in full on . Gov (link below.   The key to success is having the right revision package - DVSA and Drive Hart recommend the  Safe Driving for Life instructors' package.  The other key recommendations are:   1. Know the exam elements - you have to pass both multiple choice and Hazard perception...

Send us Fan Mail Link to Drive Hart https://linktr.ee/drivehart Series 2 - Critical Knowledge for PDIs - Mirror Discipline - knowing when and why learners should check their mirrors (3 highest reason for test failure in UK) This podcast unlocks the secrets of mirror discipline with A Graded Approved Driving Instructors (Directors of Drive Hart) Sarah Hart and Julie Clayton, as they steer you throu...

Send us Fan Mail Link to Drive Hart https://linktr.ee/drivehart This is the first introduction to a new series (Series 2 Episode 1 The Introduction to What You Need To Know and How to Teach Driving in a way that ensures learning takes place.  All essential knowledge and skills to become an effective Approved Driving Instructor.  This introductory  espiode will give an overview of the two core area...

Send us Fan Mail Link to Drive Hart https://linktr.ee/drivehart This podcast covers some 8 key pointers on managing motorways and concludes with advice on getting professional instruction for learners who are near test-ready on motorways and/or post test motorway instruction.  The key areas covered are: 1.  what is a motorway 2.  Who can use a motorway - in particular learners use of motorways 3. ...

Send us Fan Mail Link to Drive Hart https://linktr.ee/drivehart This podcasts provides an overview of some key points for dealing with Dual Carriageways, if you want more information, video guidance and assistance, Drive Hart are launching a new resource site called " Drive. Zone for Parents" in September available on low cost subscription basis covering all driving subjects.   If you ne...

Send us Fan Mail Link to Drive Hart https://linktr.ee/drivehart In this podcast Sarah Hart (ADI) discusses the process of emerging right from a minor road into a major road junction.   Support the show Dear Listener, Thanks for tuning in to the Drive Hart free podcasts –  To see our full range of resources and support groups,   check out the links below:  All links: https://linktr.ee/drivehart (po...

Send us Fan Mail Link to Drive Hart https://linktr.ee/drivehart This is a basic explanation of what meeting traffic is - it is the link to other podcasts which deal with priorities in meeting traffic and planning and anticipation.   Support the show Dear Listener, Thanks for tuning in to the Drive Hart free podcasts –  To see our full range of resources and support groups,   check out the links be...

Send us Fan Mail  Meeting Traffic  - planning and anticipation - key decision making.  Importance of getting your learner to look well ahead. Discusses the exercise in getting your learner to look ahead and tell you what they are seeing.  Looking at the Horizon exercise introduced.  Links to Mirror, Signal, Position, Speed and Look - see the problem early on and makes it easier to deal with priori...

Send us Fan Mail Link to Drive Hart https://linktr.ee/drivehart This podcast is a short explanation that when dealing with meeting traffic with a learner - it is important for them to know in what circumstances they have priority to progress.  In simple terms - if the blockage is on our side of the road we do not have priority,  If the blockage is on the other side of the road and our lane is clea...