Streetwize handy driving tips for students

Scarborough's driving school - Streetwize - proudly presents students and drivers safety tips, driving tips, money saving tips and so much more, during your lesson's we freely give all the tips you need to keep safe and stay on the road - but for those who don't have driving lessons with us we have provided a few safe driving tips to keep you on our roads.

What do students wear for driving lessons?

We suggest for your own comfort during your driving lessons that you were both comfortable flat shoes, clothes that are not restricting. Why? Because we want you to have full concentration on your driving lessons rather than how tight/uncomfortable your clothes are or shoes slipping off the pedal!
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Do you recommend safety checks? What are they?

Because driving skills are with you for life we like to go through and teach you some safety checks to ensure yours and other road users safety so that lives are not shortened while on the road (think of others not just yourself) First safety check is on you, are YOU fit to drive

Second safety check is on your car is your CAR fit to be driven?

What steps must I complete to get my driving lessons?

Once you have reached the correct age you must pass your theory test, learn your practical then pass your practical driving test to get your license
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Can you help me study and pass my theory test?

We teach and guide you through the theory and hazard perception skills test next we test your knowledge, we do have a supply of booklets and CD to help with this process making it easier for you.
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Where do I take my Theory Test?

Situated all over the UK Theory test centres are operated by the DSA, we will advise you of your nearest centre
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How frequently is it recommended that I have driving lessons?

This is entirely up to you and your budget but a minimum of 2 hours per week is recommended - less frequent and you may forget a few things. We suggest that you book ahead so that time slots are available for you
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I'm anxious about beginning my driving lessons what will I do?

We are conscious about how nervous first time drivers can feel so we make every effort to alleviate your fears. We will guide and teach you at your own pace and remain sensitive to your qualms until you over come them.
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Is there a minimum amount of driving lessons I have to take?

No there are no minimum lessons, but because everyone is unique we all have different abilities to absorb and learn new skills therefore it depends how quickly you can grasp driving techniques. We will be assessing you and will advise you when you are ready for your practical driving test.
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Who can teach me how to drive?

A full British driving licence holder (min 3 years) who is over the age 21 can teach you how to drive - but - the DSA strongly recommends that you are taught by an approved Driving Instructor.
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Do you give discounts?

Yes we do! If you are a student you get student rates or if you are not a student you have the oportunity to get a discount for a limited time only details are on our home page or you can Click here to Book Now!

Refresher Courses for Qualified Drivers, am I
qualified enough?

If you have your licence then yes your qualified! We then assess your skills and build upon them to make you a safer skilled driver for life
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What happens on the practical test?

Your Practical driving test will take up to 40 minutes to complete and is conducted from your local driving test centre. Firstly you will be given a simple sight test to make sure your eyesight meets the requirements, then the examiner will assess your driving safety skills and techniques that you have developed in your lessons.
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