Head office Address: 34 Tudor Road Ashford Surrey Tw15 1qw
Prices Automatic Car
2 Hours £96.00
10 Hours £465.00 Save £20.00
20 Hours £920.00 Save £50.00
Please Note Two Hours Tuition Only
All Lessons Are To Be Completed Within Six Months Of Payments.
There Will Be No Refunds For Lessons That Are Not Completed Within Six Months Of Payments.
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If You Have A Driving Test Booked & Wish To Use The Driving School Car,
Please Reserve The Car As Early As Possible To Ensure Availability And
Avoid Clashes With Other Students’ Test.
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Motorway Tuitions
2 Hours £99.00 Pass Plus Minimum 6 Hours £300.00 Car Hire £170.00
Payments: All payments are taken at the time of bookings.
Cancellations
If You wish to cancel a lesson a minimum of 48 hours prior notice must be given.
Cancellations must be made directly between You and Your Instructor.
If you do not give at least 48 hours’ notice of cancellation,
Your instructor will be entitled to charge for the lesson(s) concerned regardless of circumstances.
Please Email Or Text .
Email: tazdrivingschool@hotmail.co.uk
What’s App Or Sms Text:07986 172 869 All Bookings Are Arranged Via Email Or Text.
I would highly recommend Taz as a driving instructor! I had previous lessons with other instructors, but what really stood out about Taz was that he didn’t just explain things to me; he gave me the time and opportunity to practise until I felt confident. He explained everything clearly and patiently, and whenever I was unsure or struggled to understand something, he would use diagrams and visual explanations to make sure I had a secure understanding.
Taz was incredibly supportive throughout my lessons and always encouraged me to push myself and achieve my very best. He knew when to challenge me and when to take the time to go over things again, which made a huge difference to my confidence and progress. I’m so grateful for his patience, encouragement and the effort he put into helping me become a safe and confident driver. If you’re looking for an instructor who genuinely cares about your progress and wants you to succeed, I would definitely recommend Taz!
I was very nervous about driving before I started learning with Taz. He has been incredibly patient and supportive throughout our lessons which allowed me to build up the skills and experience to pass my driving test first time. I would very highly recommend using his services.
First time Pass
Taz is an excellent driving instructor who helped me pass my test first time! He’s incredibly friendly, patient, and encouraging. I was quite nervous to start driving lessons, but Taz made me feel completely at ease behind the wheel and really helped me build my confidence with every lesson. I couldn’t recommend Taz highly enough!
Passed first time with Taz and couldn’t recommend him more. He’s calm, patient and explains everything clearly, which really helped build my confidence. Every lesson was structured and focused, and I felt fully prepared going into my test. Thank you Taz!
Cannot thank taz enough. Took his time from start to finish. With passing my test first time with only two minors. Best about!!
1. Tell me how you’d check that the brakes are working before starting a journey.
Brakes should not feel spongy or slack. Brakes should be tested as you set off. Vehicle should not pull to one side.
2. Tell me where you’d find the information for the recommended tyre pressures for this car and how tyre pressures should be checked.
Manufacturer’s guide, use a reliable pressure gauge, check and adjust pressures when tyres are cold, don’t forget spare tyre, remember to refit valve caps.
3. Tell me how you make sure your head restraint is correctly adjusted so it provides the best protection in the event of a crash.
The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears, and as close to the back of the head as is comfortable. Note: Some restraints might not be adjustable.
4. Tell me how you’d check the tyres to ensure that they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road.
No cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre, and around the entire outer circumference of the tyre.
5. Tell me how you’d check that the headlights and tail lights are working. You don’t need to exit the vehicle.
Explain you’d operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), then walk round vehicle (as this is a ‘tell me’ question, you don’t need to physically check the lights).
6. Tell me how you’d know if there was a problem with your anti-lock braking system.
Warning light should illuminate if there is a fault with the anti-lock braking system.
7. Tell me how you’d check the direction indicators are working. You don’t need to exit the vehicle.
Explain you’d operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), and then walk round vehicle (as this is a ‘tell me’ question, you don’t need to physically check the lights).
8. Tell me how you’d check the brake lights are working on this car.
Explain you’d operate the brake pedal, make use of reflections in windows or doors, or ask someone to help.
9. Tell me how you’d check the power-assisted steering is working before starting a journey.
If the steering becomes heavy, the system may not be working properly. Before starting a journey, 2 simple checks can be made.
Gentle pressure on the steering wheel, maintained while the engine is started, should result in a slight but noticeable movement as the system begins to operate. Alternatively turning the steering wheel just after moving off will give an immediate indication that the power assistance is functioning.
10. Tell me how you’d switch on the rear fog light(s) and explain when you’d use it/them. You don’t need to exit the vehicle.
Operate switch (turn on dipped headlights and ignition if necessary). Check warning light is on. Explain use.
11. Tell me how you switch your headlight from dipped to main beam and explain how you’d know the main beam is on.
Operate switch (with ignition or engine on if necessary), check with main beam warning light.
12. Open the bonnet and tell me how you’d check that the engine has sufficient oil.
Identify dipstick/oil level indicator, describe check of oil level against the minimum and maximum markers.
13. Open the bonnet and tell me how you’d check that the engine has sufficient engine coolant.
Identify high and low level markings on header tank where fitted or radiator filler cap, and describe how to top up to correct level.
14. Open the bonnet and tell me how you’d check that you have a safe level of hydraulic brake fluid.
Identify reservoir, check level against high and low markings.
You need to open the bonnet and tell the examiner how you’d do the check if you’re asked question 12, 13 or 14.
‘Show me’ questions
When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you wash and clean the rear windscreen?
When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you wash and clean the front windscreen?
When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you’d switch on your dipped headlights?
When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you’d set the rear demister?
When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you’d operate the horn?
When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you’d demist the front windscreen?
When it’s safe to do so, can you show me how you’d open and close the side window?
Good Luck
What is Pass Plus?
Pass Plus is a training course specifically aimed at new drivers, designed by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) with the help of insurers and the driving instruction industry. Pass Plus will build upon your existing skills and knowledge, it will teach you how to anticipate, plan for and deal with all kinds of hazards, and can help you to become more confident on the roads Pass Plus is made up of six practical modules which include:
driving in town
driving in all weathers
driving on rural roads
driving at night
driving on dual carriageways
driving on motorways
Anyone who holds a full UK licence is eligible to take part in the scheme. You will not have to take a test at the end of the course but you will be continually assessed. You must successfully complete all the modules in the course to an achieved or exceeded standard.
Fact Did you know? In the first year of driving, one driver in five is involved in an accident
Pass Plus Modules
Town driving
The first module begins with an introduction to PASS PLUS, explaining the course aims and the skills and knowledge to be covered.
The second part of the module is a practical session, covering the different features of driving in town, such as complex junctions and public transport. You’ll concentrate on
observation, judgement and awareness
eye contact
consideration for vulnerable road users
being cautious but not over cautious, and
keeping space around your car
All weather driving
As much of this module as possible should be covered in a practical session. You’ll focus on correct speed, safe stopping distances, plus seeing and being seen in
rain
sleet, snow and ice
mist and fog, and
bright sunshine
You will also look at skidding
what causes them
how to prevent them
correcting slow-speed skids
braking on poor surfaces, and
aquaplaning
Driving out of town
This module taken on country roads, will look at the main differences between town driving and country driving.
observing the road ahead
making progress safely
bends, hills, uneven roads and dead ground
keeping a safe distance from the vehicle ahead, and
safe overtaking
It focuses especially on being aware and showing consideration for
pedestrians, horse riders and animals in the road
farm entrances
slow moving vehicles
Appropriate use of the horn, coping with mud and debris on the road and how to use passing places are also covered. Night driving
This module covers the essential aspects of driving in the dark and also at dawn and dusk. You’ll learn about
the importance of the correct use of headlights
adjusting to the dark
judging speed and distance
the correct use of lights and keeping them clean
dealing with dazzle
road users who can be hard to see, and
parking issues
Driving on dual carriageways
Dual carriageways are high speed, multi-lane roads where the two carriageways are separated by a central reservation. They demand particular skills, including.
effective observation, using your mirrors and checking blind spots
judgement and planning ahead
the need for a safe separation distance
joining and leaving a dual carriageway
overtaking and lane discipline, and
the correct use of speed
Driving on Motorways
This module Will be a practical session.
The topics covered include
planning journeys in advance
joining and leaving a motorway, using slip roads
safe speeds in different circumstances
effective observation all around your vehicle
signs, signals and markings
overtaking and lane discipline
courtesy to other road users
motorway fatigue
breakdown procedures
use of lights, including hazard warning lights
debris on the carriageway
crosswinds.
READY TO PASS?
Top 10 faults made in driving tests
Many of these reasons are top contributory factors in reported collisions
1. Not making effective observations at junctions
Failing to judge the speed of an approaching vehicle• Entering a roundabout with a vehicle approaching from the right• Making no effective observations at all• Making no observations when joining a dual carriageway from a slip road• Going straight ahead at a crossroads• Looking too late• Repeatedly not looking left when turning left
2. Not using mirrors correctly when changing direction
• Not using mirrors when exiting a roundabout
Causing a vehicle to slow when changing lanes on a dual carriageway
Trying to change lane on a roundabout when a vehicle is directly alongside
3. Not moving away safely
Moving off from behind a parked vehicle into the path of an approaching vehicle
Repeatedly moving off from the side of the road with no blind spot checks
Pulling off from the right-hand side of the road, causing an oncoming vehicle to slow or stop
Not making any rear observations when moving off following an emergency stop
4. Incorrect positioning when turning right at junctions
• Positioning in the left-hand lane when turning right at a roundabout
• Obstructing traffic when you wait to turn right
• When you want to turn right at the end of the road, you incorrectly position to the left
5. Not responding appropriately to traffic lights
• Failing to react to red traffic light
• Stopping after the first white line when there are advanced stop lines for cyclists
Not progressing when you’re waiting to turn right at a junction and it’s safe to proceed
Not going ahead when a green light is showing and the junction ahead is clear
Going ahead when a green light is showing but the junction is not clear
6. Not having proper control of the steering
• Repeatedly not steering enough or steering late on the approach to junctions when turning left
Not steering enough when going around a bend• Steering late when turning right into a minor road
Repeatedly mounting the pavement when pulling up on the left• Steering late when moving out to pass parked vehicles
7. Not responding correctly to traffic signs
• Going to the wrong side of a ‘keep left’ sign• Ignoring a ‘stop’ or ‘no entry’ sign• Driving in a bus lane• Choosing the wrong lane at a roundabout with clear signage
Acting late or not at all to speed limit changes
8. Not responding correctly to road markings
• Not following direction arrows on the road• Straddling lanes on a roundabout• Crossing double white lines where the line nearer to you is solid• Ignoring a box junction
Not following road markings at mini-roundabouts
9. Poor positioning on the road during normal driving
• Repeatedly driving too close to the kerb or centre of the road
• Unnecessarily driving in the right-hand lane of a dual carriageway
• Cutting across the normal road position when you go ahead at a roundabout with no lane markings
10. Not driving at a safe and reasonable speed
• Driving over the speed limit
• Not adjusting your speed to the road conditions
