Send us Fan Mail Tell me whats wrong with this statement: “We’re doing roundabouts today” sounds like a plan, but it often leaves learners unclear on what they’re trying to improve or how to judge success, its telling not engaging the student in the plan setting and lacks definition - as we all know - Roundabouts as a theme includes a host of skills, processes and decision-making skills. However, in contrast with the above approach, a meaningful briefing/conversation...
Jun 19
10 min
Send us Fan Mail Transcript link Your lesson plan meets the real world, and the real world wins. We sit down as a training team to talk through what examiners actually want to see in SC1 lesson planning, especially for a standards check or ADI Part 3, and how to stay calm and purposeful when the drive doesn’t follow your original plan. If you’ve ever wondered how to prove your lesson plan is pupil-focused while still reacting to what’s happening on the road, this conversation is built for you...
Jun 17
7 min
Send us Fan Mail Trying to level up your driving instructor training without burning out or wasting in-car time? We break down what a Drive Hart IMPACT-ADI training association actually gives you in the real world: wraparound support that helps you walk into each session prepared, not guessing. We talk through the learning tools we provide, from online training and recordings to revision notes and videos, so your progress keeps moving even when life gets busy. We also dig into me...
Jun 6
2 min
Send us Fan Mail Drive Hart IMPACT-ADI is grounded in our core values, which are: an absolute commitment to working to secure our clients' success, driving professional standards in training and coaching and actively engaging in our wider communities - supporting instructors, parents and students through our social programme. Work on these has secured Drive Hart's success and is the foundation on which the IMPACT-ADI programme rests. Support the show Dear Listener, Thanks...
Jun 6
1 min
Send us Fan Mail Short introduction of Drive Hart's IMPACT-ADI training approach for PDIs and ADIs by Sarah Hart (ORDIT) - Director of Drive Hart's IMPACT-ADI programme and Lead Coach. IMPACT - ADI approach offers a structured approach to training based on an assessment of your actual needs. It is relevant to both those in training and established ADIs who require professional development and/or preparation for standards checks. It has core aspects: IMPACT-ADI Tailore...
Jun 5
57 sec
Send us Fan Mail This episode is the second of our Open Mic. sessions with Trainee Instructors. In this conversation, Drive Hart–sponsored PDI Cass chats with Director of Training Ops and A‑graded (ORDIT) trainer Sarah Hart about the DVSA Part 3 exam – what’s expected of you and how to prepare. They cover: What the DVSA examiner is really looking forPractical preparation tips and recommendationsKey Read: check out the Examiners Guide ADI1 - a must for those doing Part 3 and Standards Ch...
Mar 31
24 min
Send us Fan Mail This episode is the first of our Open Mic. sessions with Trainee Instructors. In this conversation, Drive Hart–sponsored PDI Cass chats with Director of Training Ops and A‑graded (ORDIT) trainer Sarah Hart about the DVSA Part 2 exam – what’s expected of you and how to prepare. They cover: What the DVSA examiner is really looking forPractical preparation tips and recommendationsMost of the links mentioned in this episode can be found in the official step‑by‑step guide on GOV.U...
Mar 30
15 min
Send us Fan Mail This podcast is led by ORDIT Trainer and Director of Drive Hart Limited, Sarah Hart. We cover some of the key issues relating to the DVSA Part 2 Test of your driving ability. Some of the recommendations are: 1. Get training in advance of this exam 2. You need to be able to demonstrate a well-disciplined business like drive Support the show Dear Listener, Thanks for tuning in to the Drive Hart free podcasts – To see our full range of re...
Mar 27
9 min
Send us Fan Mail Becoming a driving instructor in the UK is a structured process, clearly outlined on the official GOV.UK website. This episode gives you a quick overview of the key stages, from initial registration through to taking (and preparing for) the three qualifying exams. For full, up-to-date guidance, visit: https://www.gov.uk/become-car-driving-instructor Once you know you meet the eligibility rules, your next step is to get an enhanced DBS check if you don’t already have a r...
Mar 25
8 min
Send us Fan Mail The first of three exams is the Theory Exam. The details of the exam are outlined in full on . Gov (link below. The key to success is having the right revision package - DVSA and Drive Hart recommend the Safe Driving for Life instructors' package. The other key recommendations are: 1. Know the exam elements - you have to pass both multiple choice and Hazard perception on the same sitting. 2. Understand how it is marked - there are 4 bands...
Mar 25
7 min
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