When considering an intensive driving course, there are a few important points to keep in mind. It is recommended to schedule your course so that you already have a test date arranged. The theory test usually has a two-week waiting list, while the practical driving test has a five-week waiting list, as determined by the DVSA (Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency).
To book your practical test, you must first pass the theory test, which typically means that you will need at least seven weeks before being able to sit your test. After this, pupils generally opt for one of two approaches: they either complete all their lessons intensively over one or two weeks, or they take a semi-intensive course in the weeks leading up to the test. The latter may be more beneficial as it allows more time for the lesson material to be absorbed, but it may not be convenient for everyone’s schedule. As a result, Client Centred offers both types of training.
If you choose to book an intensive driving course, you will be required to pay the total cost upfront. This enables the instructor to clear his schedule for the specified days with confidence.
10 hour driving course
Take 10 hours conducted over 1-2 weeks, with 2 hours kept for day of test.
Most appropriate for:
- students who have recently failed a driving test or who are close to test standard;
- students whose licence has been suspended for more than six months.
To enroll in this course, students should have a strong understanding of road safety and be able to execute driving manoeuvres independently. Before beginning the course, a 1.5 hour assessment lesson will be provided to assess the student’s suitability for the program, at an additional cost of £72 (Manual).
20 hour driving course
Take 20 hours conducted over 3-4 weeks, with 2 hours kept for day of test.
Most appropriate for:
- Students with adequate car handling and some basic instruction in the manoeuvres
- Students who need to review intersections, roads, and upcoming processes
Students who enrol in this course should have taken at least 20 hours of driving instruction in the previous six months.
For an extra £72 (Manual) / £76.50, the student will receive a 1.5-hour assessment lesson to determine whether this course is appropriate for them before beginning it (Automatic).
30 hour driving course
Take 30 hours conducted over 4-5 weeks, with 2 hours set out for the test day.
Most appropriate for:
- students who have little to no prior driving experience and who can exhibit fundamental vehicle control
- Students with little to no experience using a car’s controls
At least 10 hours of driving instruction should have been completed in the previous six months by students enrolling in this course.
40 hour driving course
Take 40 hours conducted over 6 weeks, with 2 hours set out for the test day.
Most appropriate for:
- students with little to no prior driving experience.
- students who struggle with anxiety or coordination.
Students who enrol in this course should have just started learning to drive.
The terms and conditions of the intensive driving course
The fees for the intensive courses mentioned above do not include the price of the practical driving test.
If you’d like, we may arrange for you to take your practical driving test; this service is available for an extra £62 and £75 for weekend and bank holidays, which is paid directly to the DVSA to pay the test fee. You must be able to show your instructor your Theory Certificate and proof that you passed the DVSA Theory Test.
You must pay a non-refundable £200 fee to reserve a spot in the intensive driving course. The whole amount must always be paid no later than one week before the start of the course.
One week before to your test date, your teacher will evaluate your chances of passing your practical driving exam in order to protect the test cost you have already paid. This gives you the best chance of passing the first time and enables you to postpone or reschedule your test without incurring additional fees.
