LEARNERS

Whether you are seventeen, or a bit older, the thought of learning to drive can invoke wildly differing reactions, from excitement and enthusiasm to one of dread and reluctance.

Whatever your reason for wanting to learn to drive you need a good instructor who can teach you a mix of the basics of car control, hazard perception and good road craft as well as instil confidence in you, as part of equipping you with a life skill.

Drive to Arrive is one of the few driving schools, in the area of Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria and the South Lakes, which also offers tuition in an automatic vehicle. This may be the preferred option for some clients for different reasons

Remember the 'Drive to Arrive' motto - "Safe driving - an investment for life" means just what it says. An investment in your time and in first class training will ensure that you, your passengers and the people you share the roads with will be safe for life.

The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) set the criteria for driving tests to which all Approved Driving Instructors are obliged to instruct. Some instructors concentrate solely on getting a learner driver through the driving test. If you choose to have driving lessons with "Drive to Arrive" you will not just be taught to pass a test but will be equipped to drive safely and with confidence. Like any other essential skill in life, driving must have a solid foundation on which to build. Good instruction will give confidence and with experience the new driver will be able to deal with the stresses and strains when driving on today's busy roads.

Whilst instruction will be based on the DSA objectives, to ensure that all skill areas are covered, every person is unique and learns in their own way at their own pace. It is essential therefore that lessons are structured to the needs of the individual, which is exactly what will happen at "Drive to Arrive". Each client will have their tuition tailored to address their strengths and weaknesses so that they progress without feeling frustrated or intimidated.

As Drive to Arrive has two instructors, we are able to offer a realistic "mock test" in preparation for the practical driving test. This gives an opportunity for the learner to experience what it is like to be in the car with someone else, under test conditions and can allay a lot of the fears associated with test day.

If you choose 'Drive to Arrive' you are guaranteed instructors with a wealth of experience in a wide variety of driving and road safety issues (see 'About Us').

Unlike larger driving schools, which tend to be impersonal, we like to visit prospective clients to introduce ourselves and to answer any questions and concerns they may have. This visit is complimentary and you are under no obligation. Clients therefore have the opportunity to decide if they like what they see and hear before entering into any formal contract.

You will be taught in either a Toyota Yaris (manual) 1.4 diesel or Hyundai i20 (manual) 1.4 diesel or a Suzuki Splash (automatic) 1.2 petrol car, which are fully equipped with dual controls.

Lessons can be booked to fit in with your lifestyle and can be arranged from home, college or work with a different pick up and drop off point if required. Instruction is on a 'one to one' basis i.e. you will not have to share the car with other clients, as at some other driving schools.

Please contact us for up to date prices and offers. To encourage new drivers to further develop their driving skills after passing their test, our prices include a discount off either a Pass Plus course or a 3 hour motorway lesson. (Terms and Conditions apply.)

"Safe driving - an investment for life"