Although my main aim is to remain flexible and to tailor each lesson to the individual pupil I do believe that the following conditions need to be applied:
- The pupil must at all times be in possession of a valid driving licence for the category of vehicle being driven, this must be shown at the beginning of the first lesson, and the pupil must inform the instructor of any changes to that entitlement.
- It is expected that pupils have regular lessons, normally at least one per week.
- The pupil must ensure that they are not under the influence of alcohol or drugs whilst on a lesson, please be aware of what is being consumed the night before, and check all information regarding prescription/non-prescription drugs with regards to driving/operation of machinery.
- The pupil must at all times be able to read in good daylight (with glasses or contact lenses if you wear them), an old style motor vehicle number plate from a distance of 20.5 metres (about 67 feet) or the new style number plate introduced during 2001 with a narrow font from a distance of 20 metres (66 feet).
- All cancellations must be done by calling the instructor directly at least 48 hours in advance. At the discretion of the instructor the pupil may be asked to pay in full for any lesson or test appointments that they cancel with less than 48 hours notice.
- The instructor reserves the right to refuse the use of the instructors’ car for practical tests if the instructor feels that they have not reached a satisfactory standard.
- When taking the driving test the pupil will be expected to have one hour’s tuition prior to the test and the two hourly rate will apply.
- The pupil is responsible for ensuring that all documentation required for the practical test is available for examination by the examiner and is up to date (details of the documentation required will be found on the confirmation letter issued by the DSA).
- Whilst every care will be taken to ensure that pupils receive tuition at the scheduled time, all appointments are made on the understanding that the instructor accepts no responsibility for the postponement of lessons and practical tests due to mechanical breakdown, instructor illness or any unforeseen reason. Neither is the instructor responsible for driving test appointments postponed by the DSA.
- If the pupil changes the pick up or drop off point without 24 hours notice it may not be possible to give a full hours tuition, however the full hour may be charged.
- If the pupil is late for the lesson the instructor reserves he right to finish the lesson at the arranged time and charge for the full lesson.
- Credit will not be accepted under any circumstances.
