Our instructors

The team behind the wheel

Four DVSA-approved instructors, one shared waitlist. When you enquire, the first available instructor in your area will pick you up, so you're always in safe, patient hands.

Gav

Founder & Lead Instructor

Started the school and sets the standard for patience. Specialises in nervous beginners and helping anxious pupils find their confidence.

ManualAutomaticNervous learners

DVSA-approved·5.0

Adie

Driving Instructor

Friendly, patient and thorough instructor with his Suzuki tuition car. Dedicated to putting learners at ease and getting them safely test-ready.

ManualTest prepNervous learners

DVSA-approved·5.0

Mark Hattersley

ADI · Driving Instructor

An Approved Driving Instructor based in Creswell (S80), covering Creswell, Clowne, Barlborough, Bolsover, Whitwell, Worksop and surrounding areas. Mark's lifelong passion for driving began on a dairy farm before a diverse career operating heavy plant machinery up to 150 tonnes and holding a Class 1 (C+E) licence. He qualified as an ADI in 2022 after completing the rigorous three-part DVSA process and is now furthering his credentials with advanced RoSPA training. He blends decades of elite driving experience with a relaxed, supportive style, making every lesson enjoyable while shaping safe, confident drivers for life.

Passed ADI Part 3 with Gav

ManualADICreswell & WorksopRoSPA trainingNervous learners

DVSA-approved·5.0

Shaun

Driving Instructor

Upbeat, supportive and patient instructor with his blue Škoda tuition car. Recently passed his ADI Part 2 test with flying colours alongside Gav, bringing great technical driving skill and a calm manner to every lesson.

Passed ADI Part 2 with Gav

ManualTest prepPassed Part 2Confidence building

DVSA-approved·5.0

Instructor guide

ADI vs PDI: What's the difference?

When you're choosing a driving instructor, understanding their qualification stage helps you know exactly what you're paying for and who is teaching you.

Green Badge

ADI (Approved Driving Instructor)

DVSA

ADI

Fully qualified professional driving instructor
Passed all 3 DVSA tests: theory, driving ability and instructional ability
Regularly standards-checked by the DVSA to maintain quality
Displays an official GREEN octagonal badge in their windscreen

Mark recently passed his final Part 3 test with Gav, earning his full qualification as an ADI.

Pink Badge

PDI (Potential Driving Instructor)

Trainee

PDI

Licensed trainee instructor gaining practical in-car experience
Passed first 2 DVSA tests and working towards their final Part 3 test
Under sponsorship and supervision from an experienced instructor like Gav
Displays an official PINK triangular badge in their windscreen

Shaun passed his Part 2 test alongside Gav and is currently in his final training stages towards Part 3.

💡 Transparency matters: Whether your instructor is a fully qualified ADI or an energetic PDI trainee gaining experience under Gav's guidance, you receive supportive, patient and up-to-date instruction.

You don't need to pick; we'll match you

Tell us your area and what you're looking for on the enquiry form. The first instructor with a free slot will be in touch to book your first lesson.

Join the waitlist