FAQ

SDA Driving School: Your Comprehensive Oxford Driving Education Guide
Expert Driving Instruction Tailored to Oxford Learners

SDA Driving School offers a comprehensive range of driving lessons tailored to Oxford learners:

  • Manual Driving Lessons
  • Automatic Driving Lessons
  • Intensive Driving Courses
  • Refresher Courses
  • Pass Plus Courses
  • Theory Test Preparation

The DVSA Digital Driving Licence is an advanced digital verification system:

  • Secure online storage of driving credentials
  • Instant verification for employers and authorities
  • Reduces risk of licence fraud
  • Accessible through the official DVSA online portal
  • Provides a digital backup of your driving qualifications
  • Simplifies licence management and verification process

Driving test pass rates in Oxford for 2024:

  • Overall pass rate: Approximately 45-50%
  • Manual test pass rate: Around 48%
  • Automatic test pass rate: Slightly higher at 52%
  • SDA Driving School pass rate: 85-93%
  • Our specialised training helps students consistently perform above the national average

Our driving lesson pricing is competitive and transparent:

  • Manual Lessons: £38-£45 per hour
  • Automatic Lessons: £38-£45 per hour
  • Intensive Courses: £600-£1,200 (based on course duration)
  • Block booking discounts available
  • Special promotions offered periodically

Lesson requirements vary based on individual learning:

  • Manual Driving: Typically 40-50 hours
  • Automatic Driving: Around 30-40 hours
  • Factors influencing lesson count:
    • Prior driving experience
    • Individual learning pace
    • Lesson frequency
    • Natural driving aptitude

Yes, we specialize in intensive driving courses:

  • Courses range from 1-2 weeks
  • Designed for rapid learning and test preparation
  • Ideal for learners with time constraints
  • Tailored to individual skill levels
  • Comprehensive theory and practical test preparation

Our Pass Plus course provides advanced driving skills:

  • Designed for newly qualified drivers
  • Covers advanced driving techniques
  • Potential insurance premium reduction
  • Modules include:
    • Motorway driving
    • Night driving
    • All-weather conditions
    • Urban driving
  • Typically 6 hours of comprehensive training
  • We provide comprehensive driving lesson coverage:

    • Central Oxford
    • Summertown
    • Headington
    • Cowley
    • Botley
    • Witney
    • Abingdon
    • Surrounding Oxfordshire areas
    • Flexible lesson pickup locations

    during learning

  • Faster skill acquisition
  • Note: Automatic licence restricts driving manual vehicles
  • Our instructors meet the highest professional standards:

    • Fully DVSA-approved
    • Enhanced DBS checked
    • Continuous professional development
    • Experienced in teaching diverse learners
    • Patient and supportive teaching approach
    • Individualised lesson plans’

Absolutely! We specialize in supportive learning:

  • Instructors trained in managing driving anxiety
  • Calm, patient teaching techniques
  • Gradual skill-building approach
  • Personalized lesson pacing
  • Confidence-building strategies
  • Safe, supportive learning environment

Booking is simple and flexible:

  • Online booking through our website
  • Phone bookings Whatsup: 07446160573
  • Free initial consultation
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Lesson times to suit your availability

Comprehensive theory test support:

  • Practice mock tests
  • Hazard perception training
  • Online learning resources
  • One-on-one theory guidance
  • Up-to-date DVSA question banks
  • Strategies for test success

Yes, we offer flexible learning options:

  • Initial assessment to determine best learning path
  • Option to switch lesson types
  • Transferable skills between manual and automatic
  • Personalised advice from experienced instructors

Driving lesson gift vouchers are available:

  • Perfect for birthdays, graduations
  • Flexible denominations
  • Valid for 12 months
  • Can be used for any lesson type
  • Easy online and in-person purchase

We prioritize student and instructor safety:

  • Regular vehicle sanitization
  • Instructor and student health checks
  • Masks available
  • Ventilation protocols
  • Flexible online/remote theory sessions
  • Adherence to current health guidelines

Convenient payment options:

  • Bank transfer
  • Credit/Debit cards
  • PayPal
  • Cash
  • Block booking discounts
  • Flexible payment plans available

Block booking benefits:

  • 10% discount on 10+ lesson blocks
  • Reduced per-lesson rates
  • Guaranteed lesson slots
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Cost-effective learning approach

Flexible lesson management:

  • 48 -hour free cancellation
  • Reschedule without penalty
  • Minimal charges for late cancellations
  • Online and phone rescheduling
  • Understanding of learner’s changing schedules

Preparation tips for successful learning:

  • Get adequate sleep
  • Stay hydrated
  • Wear comfortable clothing
  • Bring valid provisional licence
  • Practice theory questions
  • Maintain a positive, open mindset
  • Be ready to learn and enjoy the process