Our Instructors

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Choose a fully qualified instructor

All AA instructors display a green DSA (Driving Standards Agency) badge in their windscreen to prove they've completed 12 to 18 months of training, and passed an exam testing their ability to teach you. A trainee instructor, who will display a pink badge, may have had as little as four months' training, and no formal qualifications to teach learner drivers.

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Enjoy learning

Besides being fully qualified, AA instructors have a friendly, patient approach to teaching. They believe the more you relax, the more you can learn. And if you enjoy your lessons, chances are you'll build up your confidence and your driving skills more quickly.

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"It's really important to find an instructor you're happy with."
Ellen, age 18
Success stories

Get the best possible tuition

AA instructors work to a strict code of conduct to help you get the best possible tuition. It guarantees that your instructor:

  • is fully qualified
  • uses an AA driver development card to track your progress
  • adapts your tuition for you
  • gives you a full lesson of one-to-one tuition
  • does not smoke or use a mobile phone during your lessons
  • does not carry passengers on your lesson