At Parkside Driving School, we will try and answer some of your motoring questions for you.
Q: How many hours will I need to past my test?
A: The official DSA answer would be
40-
· How quickly you learn
· How often you are taught
· The length of your lessons
· The regularity of the practice you get
Q: What will I need to bring to my first lesson?
A: You will need both parts of your
photo licence, or your licence and another form of ID for an old style licence. If
you wear glasses you will need to bring them with you, you will also need to wear
comfortable footwear not boots or flip-
Q: Can I learn in an Automatic?
A: Yes -
Q: Do I need to pass my Theory Test before I have driving lessons?
A: No, some pupils
prefer to study and pass the Theory Test before starting driving lessons as they
feel better prepared for the roads. However many pupils combine Theory study with
lessons as a preferred way of learning. Your instructor will discuss what is best
for you or contact Turn-
Q: Will I need to book my Practical &Theory Tests myself?
A: The Practical and Theory
Tests are an arrangement between you and the DSA. Parkside Driving School can book
either Test for you and are happy to provide this service free of charge as it is
quick and simple with our experience. This also reduces the chance of you booking
a test when your instructor is not available (perhaps already booked on test with
another pupil). Of course the free part is us booking your test, the test fee we
would collect from you. See our page for current test prices.
Of course if you prefer
you can apply for either Test through the post, telephone or on the internet. Parkside
Driving School can provide the details you need.
Q: What do I need to take to my Theory Test?
A: You will need both parts of your
photo licence, or your licence and another form of ID if you have an old paper licence.
You will also need the letter the DSA sent inviting you to your test. Do not forget,
no licence, no Test!
Q: What do I need to take to my Practical Test?
A: You will need both parts of your
photo licence, or your licence and another form of ID if you have an old paper licence.
You will also need the letter the DSA sent inviting you to your test and bring along
your Theory Pass Certificate. Do not forget, no licence, no Test!
Q: What do I need before I can learn to drive?
A: You must acquire a provisional licence.
You can apply for a provisional licence at the post office by filling in a D1 form
and sending it along with the relevant documents to the DVLA. Turn to our web-
Q: How often should I have lessons?
A: The essential question is how regularly should
I have lessons? Whatever your preferred lesson duration it is less important than
keeping up regular practice. If you foresee a period where you will not be able to
take lessons other than a regular holiday break, you should perhaps consider delaying
the start of lessons until you can commit to a weekly lesson. Lesson formats are:
1, 1.5 or 2 hourly. We can advise what may be best for you, as from very remote rural
locations a 1 hour lesson will not be adequate.
Q: Can I book a two-
· From remote locations they are essential.
· They give you time to practice not only a new subject but subjects previously covered.
· When you first start they enable you to carry on past a 1 hour lesson and you will benefit from the longer duration when learning to use the pedals and hand controls.
· They also help in the final stages of preparation for test, enabling you to practice
junctions, manoeuvres, dual carriageway driving and country lanes, a more all-
Q: It is a present -
Q: Can I be collected from or dropped to a different address other than my home?
A:
Yes within reason, we are happy to collect you from another address than your home
and again at the end of your lesson drop you somewhere else if you prefer. All we
ask is notice as we would not want to be late for the next pupil’s lesson.
Q: Do lessons in the evenings and at weekends cost the same?
A: Yes we charge the
same rate as weekdays.
Q: Where do I take my Theory Test?
A: There are Theory Test centres located all over
the UK run by the DSA. You can discuss with your instructor which is best for you.
Locally you can choose Stirling. However, you may wish to take a Theory Test near
where you work saving you having to take a day off. Parkside Driving School can advise
of all test centre locations nationwide, especially for those pupils who work in
Glasgow or Edinburgh .
Q: What are the average waiting times for a test?
A: For a Theory Test locally it
is presently 1-
Q: Will I use the car I learn in to take my test?
A: Yes, you will take the test
in your training car.
Q: Do you do intensive courses?
A: Not at the minute, but we can look at the best
option for you.
Q: I am being taught by friends or family and I am not sure if I am ready to take
my Test. Can you offer a mock Test?
A: Yes, This can be easily arranged and is to
be recommended. You can experience how it feels to have your driving assessed by
an instructor who will conduct your test to a standard similar to DSA Examiners.
We may not be examiners but we prepare pupils for examiners to assess.
Q: Do you offer refresher lessons?
A: If you have already passed your test and would
like to brush up on your skills, we can offer a short refresher course. This will
be charged at our normal lesson rate. Please contact the school for details and to
discuss your requirements.
Q: If I feel unwell can I cancel my lesson?
A: You must be medically fit to drive.
Even a common cold could make it unsafe for you to drive. Parkside Driving School
put safety over business and would not ask to drive if you feel unwell. Discuss it
with us and we can rearrange your lesson for when you are well again. Jet-
Q: None of the above answers my query. What do I do?
A: For more questions on the
“learn to drive” process e-
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