What do I Need to get Started?

The minimum age which you are legally allowed to drive a car on public road is 17. If you are disabled, and in receipt of mobility allowance, the minimum age then is 16. You can apply for a Provisional Driving Licence 3–months prior to your 17th birthday, but it will only become valid on your 17th birthday.

You will be given a choice between female and male driving instructors, subject to location and availability, who are very highly trained and to a level that is far above that of the standard driving test. This is not a normal situation, as learner driving instructors, generally speaking, have no greater driver training than the pupils learning to drive. One of our instructors can visit you and your parents (where applicable) for an informal discussion about lessons and syllabus and this will help you to plan the format of your driving lessons.

As explained above you will need to make contact with Bucks and Oxon Driver Training quite early to make sure you secure a place for your programme of driving lessons. You may do this by Email or by any of the telephone numbers provided upon the Contact Us Page.

The Learner Driver Test is divided into 2 main parts:

You will need to pass the Theory Driving Test before the Practical Driving Test.

Theory and Hazard Perception Driving Tests

The aim of the Theory Driving Test is to ensure you know the Highway Code Road Signs. You will also be tested on your knowledge of road markings and your understanding of the Rules of the Road. The Hazard Perception Test is designed to compliment your theoretical knowledge by raising your hazard awareness and perception skills; therefore making you more atuned to danger. Bucks and Oxon Driver Training can advise you about studying and passing the DSA theory test.

The theory exam consists of 50 multi–choice questions from which you need to get a minimum of 43–correct answers. You then have to complete the Hazard Perception Test and must score a minimum of 44 correct answers. You will need to pass both the theory driving test and the Hazard Perception test, as to fail one is to fail them both. That means re-sitting the whole test again.

Before taking your Theory Driving Test you will need to show both the photo card and the paper counterpart. Your instructor will also need to see these before you begin your practical driving tuition. (You cannot take your tests or commence lessons without them).

When Should I Start to Study for my Theory Test?

The answer to that is, as soon as possible. It is advisable to commence with studying for your theory driving test prior to your on road driving tuition, but don’t worry if you haven’t started in that order. You can study for your Theory Test early on during your on–road Driving Tuition. However, it is very important to read and understand the Highway Code and learn road signs (the Highway Code is for life, not just for passing your test). Always keep up to date with the latest version.

Practical Driving Tuition

It’s a sad fact that new drivers are the highest risk group of road users. Young drivers hold around 8% of UK driving licences, yet are involved in more than 25% of all recorded road traffic collisions.

Bucks and Oxon Driver Training will Teach you how to Drive
and Stay Safe, not Just Pass Your Driving Test.

How Many Driving Lessons will I Need?

We all learn at different rates, and it is no different when learning to drive. It is a skill that should be mastered not just to enable you to pass the Learner Test, but to equip you with ‘Safe Driving For Life’ skills.

Whilst the new independent driving test is a step in the right direction towards improving road safety for new drivers, Bucks and Oxon Driver Training will teach you to drive and to a high quality standard over and above that required to pass the driving test. High risk areas that don’t necessarily come up in the test itself are part of our process of our Driving Lessons.

To enable you to budget effectively for your driving lessons, the DSA advise that the average number of hours tuition a learner may take to pass their L test can be around 40 – 60 hours of professional driving tuition. This includes 40–hours of private practice (remember, the supervising driver must have held a full driving licence for more than 3–years, and be over the age of 21).

For our prices and offers on block bookings, please Contact Us. Remember paying for Driving Tuition is an investment into your safety.

The Practical Driving Test

First of all you have to get an appointment. You can Book Your Driving Test on line via the Direct Gov website. You will be given access to available times and dates for the Test Centre from which you intend to take your Driving Test.

You can ask to take advantage of someone else’s cancellation, which may get you a Driving Test date more quickly. However, before you do this, you will need to be in possession of your pass certificate for your Theory Driving Test. Also, make sure your Driving Instructor agrees you are ready, as otherwise it can all be a waste of time and money. Alternatively your Driving Instructor may book the test on your behalf to ensure their own availability.

On the day of your Taking Your Driving Test, we will make sure you arrive at the test centre in plenty of time, so you are not stressed through having to rush. You will need both parts of your Driving Licence with you, and if you need to wear contact lenses or glasses, have them with you also.

"Having Darren as a driving instructor was great. He was very supportive and patient. I enjoyed learning how to drive with him, as he always made me feel at ease and encouraged me when I had a difficult lesson."
Beth Hughes – Bierton, Bucks

"Learning to drive with Bucks & Oxon Driving School was a great decision because it enabled me to learn to the best of my ability and I was taught at a speed that suited me. With Bucks & Oxon Driving School you get a great instructor along with a great car to learn in and never feel under pressure."
Phil Davis – Hardwick, Bucks

"I was nervous to start learning to drive, but after my first lesson, I was very comfortable. I was encouraged by Darren and it made me feel confident in my driving. I passed first time, after 22–hours with two minors. I would definitely recommend Bucks & Oxon Driver Training."
Jade Gatlin – Wendover, Bucks

"Darren is a very experienced teacher, who strives not only to prepare students for the test but for real life driving. The Ford Fiesta is a great car to drive and is very well equipped. The driving school boasts high 1st time pass rates and overall it has made learning to drive enjoyable."
Ben Smith – Stone, Bucks

"From the moment we met Diane, I was reassured that we had made the right choice in driving instructors. Diane is very clear about her expectations from the learner driver and will not be hurried through a training programme.

The learner driver gains a rigorous and comprehensive training experience, where the priority is always safety first. The two hour driving lessons enables the learner to gain good experience in neighbouring towns and on a broad range of road types.

Diane is full of encouragement and support and in return expects full committment from the learner to drive safely. My son passed his driving test first time and is already an excellent, safe driver. I reccomend Diane to any one wishing to learn to drive – they will not find a better instructor."
Nicky Stallwood, Thame, Oxon

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