Hi, my name's Toby. My driving instructor journey began back in 2022 when I joined the AA training programme. I am a fully qualified ADI (Approved Driving Instructor) having passed my DVSA Part 3 instructor test.I have been coaching people to drive since August 2023 in the Falmouth and Penryn area of Cornwall.I currently offer manual driving lessons in a 23 plate Citreon C3 which is installed with full dual controls as well as front and rear dash cams.My first piece of advice whatever point in your driving journey you are at, would be to purchase 'The Official DVSA Guide to Driving: the essential skills' book:

Toby Nicholas
DVSA Approved Driving InstructorDIA RegisteredDriving With Toby
EST. 2023

Driving Lesson Prices

I currrently only offer lessons to those people based in TR10 and TR11 postcodes

DurationPrice
1.5 hours£45
2 hours£60

PLEASE NOTE: THESE PRICES WILL BE CHANGING IN EARLY 2025 TO MATCH AA POLICY. I WILL UPDATE THEM AS SOON AS I KNOW THE NEW PRICES

Toby Nicholas
DVSA Approved Driving InstructorDIA RegisteredDriving With Toby
EST. 2023

Driving Lesson Waiting List

The waiting list link will close whenever it reaches 10 people. Click on the link to see if it is currently open.PLEASE NOTE: I CURRENTLY ONLY ACCEPT BOOKINGS FROM PEOPLE LIVING IN TR10 AND TR11 POSTCODESWhen a lesson timeslot becomes available the first person to respond to say they are available for that day and time will get the space.

If the waiting list is currently full and you would like to be notified by email as soon as a space becomes available to join, please complete the form on the following link:

Toby Nicholas
DVSA Approved Driving InstructorDIA RegisteredDriving With Toby
EST. 2023

Driving Theory Support

TypeDurationPrice
Theory 1:11 hour£15
Theory 1:11.5 hours£20
Theory Group (2-5)1 hour£10pp
Theory Group (2-5)1.5 hours£12.50pp
Theory Group (2-5)2 hours£15pp

Do you want to get ahead and do some theory revision whilst you wait for a space to become available with a driving instructor or need to consolidate what you have been learning in-car?Maybe you have some friends who are also learning and you think it would be useful to go over things together?How does a driving themed pub quiz style revision session sound to test what you know and highlight any misconceptions?If any of this sounds of interest to you, get in touch and let's come up with a plan that suits your needs.I am able to support online via a video chat or in person if you live in my local area. Whatever your theory challenge is, I would love to help you overcome it.

Toby Nicholas
DVSA Approved Driving InstructorDIA RegisteredDriving With Toby
EST. 2023

Get In Touch

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If you have any questions about driving lessons or have any queries related to learning to drive please feel free to get in contact and I will try to help in any way I can.

Toby Nicholas
DVSA Approved Driving InstructorDIA RegisteredDriving With Toby
EST. 2023

FAQs

How many lessons will I need to learn to drive?

This depends very much on your general skills, age and the time you can invest in your driving lessons. According to official statistics, the average person takes about 45 lessons with an instructor plus 22 private hours to pass the test. Generally, learners who have been cycling, riding a moped or have similar experience will learn to drive more easily but this is not always the case.

I am very anxious, will I need more driving lessons than other learners?

From experience, there is generally no significant difference between the amount of lessons needed for anxious learners and those who are relatively confident. It is natural for new learners to think that they are more anxious than others, but they will overcome this problem throughout the course. Remember, learning to drive is supposed to be fun as well!

What is the most efficient way to learn to drive?

This depends very much on individual preferences, but most learners naturally become tired and less attentive after 1.5-2 hours of driving tuition. Therefore it is recommended not to exceed 2 hours of lessons at a time or to have a break in-between. In order to maintain the efficiency of your learning, it is important to continue with driving lessons on a very regular basis.

Can I learn driving in my own car?

Yes, however, the insurance for a provisional licence holder driving a private vehicle often costs more money than a full course of driving lessons with a DVSA approved driving instructor. Apart from that, friends & family supervisors are not trained to spot all driving faults or coach you to problem solve for yourself ready for when nobody is sat next to you or you have other people in the car distracting you etc. This can become very difficult to progress with at a later point and although may get you through your test will not prepare you for independent driving. Statistics suggest this is responsible for a high number of accidents on the roads, especially for new drivers.Also, is it not safer to learn in a dual controlled car?

I have recently moved to the UK, can I transfer the driving licence from my home country?

Foreign licence holders from countries specified on the DVLA website are generally allowed to drive in the UK for 12 months but have to pass a test before this time elapses in order to continue to drive as a “full licence holder”. To apply for the test foreign licence holders need a provisional licence just as UK applicants, but don’t have to display “L”-plates and don’t have to drive under supervision within the 12 months period. However, I highly recommend to take driving lessons with a professional ADI (Approved Driving Instructor) – even if you are an experienced driver, the UK driving test is very demanding and often underestimated. For further details please get in touch using the form on my Get In Touch page.

Toby Nicholas
DVSA Approved Driving InstructorDIA RegisteredDriving With Toby
EST. 2023