Driving Instructor West Bromwich: Patient Lessons and ADI Training
A patient instructor can turn nervous first hours into steady progress. Sandhu Driving School finds West Bromwich learners a DVSA approved driving instructor for 1-to-1 manual or automatic lessons. Your instructor meets you at home, college or work, and every lesson runs a full 60 minutes.
We also train people who want to become driving instructors themselves. Our ORDIT registered training covers all 3 ADI qualifying tests, from theory and hazard perception to teaching a pupil.
Arrange your first lesson: Call 0800 056 3016 at no cost, or let us call you back.
What a Good Driving Instructor West Bromwich Learners Deserve Looks Like
We give you patient, individual tuition, so you can practise without another learner sharing your lesson. If you feel nervous, our instructors help you work through each skill without rushing towards the test.
With your Sandhu instructor, you can expect:
Qualified tuition
Your Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) is fully qualified, DVSA approved and DBS-checked.
Dual-controlled cars
We teach you in a modern manual or automatic car with dual controls.
A full lesson
Your instructor gives you the full hour, with no car sharing.
Honest advice
We tell you when you are ready for your test, so you know where you stand.
Alongside driving practice, we help you prepare for theory and hazard perception, plus Show Me Tell Me questions. Mock tests give you a chance to practise before test day.
Male and Female Instructors
We offer male and female instructors, so you can tell us who you would feel most comfortable learning with. Evening and weekend lessons carry no extra cost, which helps you plan tuition around work or college.
Have a preference? Share it when you book and we will match you.
Driving School West Bromwich Lessons With Your Instructor
With our instructors, you develop the driving skills you need locally and prepare for your test. You can begin on quiet streets near Sandwell Valley, then progress onto All Saints Way, the Ringway and the A41.
As your confidence grows, we help you practise the observations and decisions these busier roads need. Your preparation covers driving skills rather than relying on one route.
Driving Lesson Rates in West Bromwich
We offer hourly lessons and intensive courses, so you can choose an option that suits your time and experience:
| Lesson Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Manual, 1 hour | £33 |
| Automatic, 1 hour | £35 |
| Intensive courses | From £450 for 10 hours (manual) or £500 (automatic) |
| Pass Plus | £180 |
The exact rate can vary a little by area. You need advance payment and a provisional licence for our intensive courses, which we run 7 days a week. After passing, you can also take Pass Plus, which covers 6 modules.
Compare every option: Compare our prices and offers, including our intensive driving courses.
Driving Instructor Training in West Bromwich: Your Route to Becoming an ADI
Sandhu Driving School provides ORDIT registered training to help you prepare for the 3 ADI qualifying tests. ORDIT stands for the Official Register of Driving Instructor Trainers. The DVSA recommends choosing a trainer on this register for your practical instructor training.
Before training begins, you need a full licence held for at least 3 years, together with a fresh DBS check. You then follow these steps:
Apply to the DVSA
You agree to the responsibilities in the ADI register guide and start your application.
Pass ADI Part 1
Your theory and hazard perception test costs £81.
Pass ADI Part 2
Your driving ability test includes an eyesight check and costs £111. You get 3 attempts.
Get Teaching Practice
After Part 2, you can apply for an optional 6-month trainee licence for £140.
Pass ADI Part 3
Your instructional ability test checks how well you teach a pupil and costs £111.
Register as an ADI
You must register within 12 months of passing, for £300.
Important timeline: You must pass Parts 2 and 3 within 2 years of passing Part 1. We help you plan your training around these deadlines.
Speak with us on 0800 056 3016Our Instructor Training Packages
We coach you in the car for both practical tests. You can book hourly training or choose a package, depending on the stage you need help with:
ADI Part 2 Training
An hour of tuition costs £45, while 10 hours cost £440. Focus on advanced vehicle handling and eco-driving.
ADI Part 3 Training
Your hourly training costs £50 an hour. Learn client-centred learning techniques and lesson planning.
ADI Part 3 Package
For £3,500, you receive 40 hours of training, plus another 20 hours and sponsorship for your trainee licence.
Already qualified or qualifying?
We provide ADI standards check training for instructors. New ADIs can enter our ADI franchise without signing a binding contract. Our franchise has no fees until you have 8 pupils.
Areas Our Instructors Cover Near West Bromwich
Our instructors also teach learners in Wednesbury, Tipton, Oldbury, Tividale and Smethwick.
Share your postcode with your enquiry so we can discuss home pickup and lessons around your day.
Not sure we cover you? Call our team to confirm your area.
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Driving Instructor FAQs
1. Are Your Driving Instructors DBS-Checked?
Yes, our instructors hold a DBS check as part of their DVSA registration. ADIs renew their DBS check every 4 years.
2. Do I Need My Own Car for Driving Lessons?
No, we provide a dual-controlled tuition car for every lesson. Your instructor brings it to your pickup point, so you only need your provisional licence.
3. How Many Faults Can I Make on ADI Part 2?
You can pass with up to 6 driving faults, but 1 serious or dangerous fault means a fail. Your eyesight check also forms part of the test.
4. Can I Train to Be an Instructor While Working?
Yes, you can book our Part 2 and Part 3 training by the hour. This lets you fit sessions around your current job.
5. How Often Do ADIs Have a Standards Check?
Every ADI has at least 1 standards check in each 4-year period. Our standards check training helps you prepare for it.
Get Started With Sandhu Driving School
Tell us whether you want lessons or instructor training, plus your postcode and when you are free. We will call you back with the next step. If you want learner lessons, include your choice of manual or automatic tuition.
Get in touch free on 0800 056 3016. You can also text or ring our mobile on 07957 965796, or send an enquiry through our website. We pick up calls between 8 am and 9 pm.