Driving Instructor Training in Nottingham
Quality training with an ORDIT registered trainer-£2250.00, or 4 instalments of £565.00
If you’re looking to become a driving instructor in Nottingham, training in a busy city environment can give you a real professional advantage. Nottingham offers a wide range of driving conditions — from city-centre traffic and tram routes to fast dual carriageways and residential suburbs — making it an excellent place to develop strong instructional skills.
Our Nottingham driving instructor training is designed to prepare you for real-world teaching, not just passing the ADI tests.
Why Train as a Driving Instructor in Nottingham?
Nottingham has a consistently high demand for driving lessons, which creates excellent long-term earning potential for newly qualified instructors. Training here allows you to gain experience with:
Busy city traffic and complex junctions
Tram lines, bus lanes and multi-lane roundabouts
Suburban and commuter routes
Dual carriageways and higher-speed roads
This variety helps you become a confident, adaptable instructor capable of teaching learners at all levels.
ORDIT-Approved ADI Training
All training is provided by an ORDIT-registered, Grade A driving instructor trainer with over 20 years of experience. You’ll receive structured, one-to-one coaching tailored to your progress and confidence level.
Training covers all three ADI qualification stages:
ADI Part 1 – Theory & Hazard Perception
Full preparation for the DVSA exams, including study guidance and mock testing.
ADI Part 2 – Driving Ability
Advanced driving tuition focused on accuracy, safety, and consistency in urban conditions.
ADI Part 3 – Instructional Ability
Learn how to teach effectively in real Nottingham traffic situations, including lesson planning, pupil management, and risk awareness.
Local Knowledge & Practical Experience
Training takes place on real Nottingham routes, helping you understand:
Common test routes
Local traffic patterns
Typical learner challenges in city driving
This practical knowledge gives you a head start once you qualify and begin teaching independently.
What does it take to become a Driving Instructor?
To complete your Driving Instructor Training and qualify as an Approved Driving Instructor, you will need to pass three qualifying tests-
Part One is a Theory based Test which also includes a Hazard perception test.
Part Two is a test of your driving ability. It lasts for one hour and requires you to demonstrate a high standard of driving..
Part Three examines your ability to teach people to drive, it lasts for one hour and will involve you carrying out a driving lesson with a client whilst being observed by an examiner.
Criteria to become a Driving Instructor-
There are certain criteria to become a Driving Instructor. These are as follows-
- You must be a least 21 years old.
- You must have held a driving licence for at least 3 years.
- Not have been banned from driving or have more than 5 penalty point.
- Not have been convicted of any serious non motoring offences.
- Be able to read a car number plate from 27 meters.
You will also be required to complete a DBS Check (Criminal Record Check) before being accepted onto the Register.
Is the role of an Approved Driving Instructor for you?
There are certain characteristics a good Driving Instructor would typically possess. You may wish to consider the following-
- Are you able to drive to a high standard and do you enjoy driving?
- Do you have a desire to teach and possess good communication skills?
- Would you describe you personality as relaxed and friendly?
- Are you able to react and think quickly under pressure?
- Have a desire to help improve road safety and promote good driving standards?
The chances are that if your answers are largely positive towards the above, you have the makings of a great Driving Instructor. The rest of it is down to hard work and good training!
We also provide Driving Instructor Training in Mansfield and surrounding areas. To find out more, click here.
Want to try a sample session?
A popular option for those considering taking up training as a Driving Instructor, is to try a sample training session before fully committing to the process.
This gives an insight into aspects of both part 2 and part 3 training.
The great news is, if you do decide you want to embark on the path of training to be a Driving Instructor, you can deduct the amount paid for the sample session from the overall cost of your course. If you decide it’s not for you, the most you’ll lose is the cost of the session!
The cost of the sample session is £99.00 for three hours.
How much can I expect to earn?
Earnings can vary significantly based on several factors, such as; how much you charge, whether you own your own car, how many hours you work and how far you travel each day. Below is a typical example of an Instructors earnings, based on them leasing a car.
Income:
Hours per week-36
Lesson price-£35.00 (our Instructors charge between £36.00-£38.00).
Incoming earnings per week-approximately £1260.00.
Expenditure:
Car lease-£95.00 per week.
Fuel-£95.00 per week.
Insurance-£10.00 per week
Servicing etc-£10.00 per week
Expenditure per week-approximately £210.00
This gives a gross weekly income (after expenditure) of approximately £1050.00. Annual income (based on working 47 weeks per year) of approximately £49,350.00. This will obviously be subject to the usual tax and National insurance contributions. The bonus being, you have a new(ish) fully maintained car at your disposal for your own use aswell!
How long does it take?
Our training sessions are typically conducted 3 hours at a time. Training can realistically be completed within 4 to 12 months. This will largely depend on your availability to attend sessions and to a lesser extent, the availability of tests.
Cost of training to become a Driving Instructor with Town & City-
£2250.00 or alternatively, four payments of £565.00. This includes-
- Minimum 50 hours of training.
- Unlimited support and advice throughout your training course
- Free workbooks to guide you through the learning process
- Free online Theory training with a guided learning programme
- Training can be organised to fit around your work schedule
Additional Test fees apply for parts 1,2 & 3-
Theory Test (Part 1)-£84.00 payable to DVSA
Driving Ability Test (Part 2)-£111.00 payable to DVSA
Instructional Ability Test (Part 3)-£111.00 payable to DVSA
Miscellaneous costs-
In addition to the above, there are a few other costs that may be incurred.
- Study materials-£75.00-£95.00
- Training licence-£140.00
You would normally use your own car for Part 2 training and for attending part 2&3 tests. You will use the Trainer’s car for all Part 3 training and this is included in the cost.
In the unlikely event you cannot provide a car for the above, you can hire the Trainer’s car for an additional £40.00 per hour.
Once completing 40 hours of Part 3 Training, you may wish to apply for a Training Licence to help with your further development.
Where will I do my training?
Our training is delivered close to your nearest driving test centre in Nottingham, including Ashfield, Colwick, Chilwell, and Worksop. Sessions are strategically based around key test routes and surrounding areas, ensuring you gain relevant, real-world experience for your local test.
Our Driving Instructor Trainer has in-depth knowledge of all driving test centres across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, allowing training to be tailored to the specific requirements and challenges of each location.
Support when you need it.
Whether it’s a full Franchise or you’d like to set up on your own, we’ve got you covered. We also offer our incredibly popular PDI support franchise.
Start Your Driving Instructor Career in Nottingham
Whether you want to work independently or with franchise support, we provide guidance beyond qualification — including business advice, standards checks, and ongoing mentoring.
Contact us today to book an assessment or find out how to begin your driving instructor training in Nottingham.