Do I need any experience before my first lesson?

No. Park Driving School welcomes complete beginners. Your instructor will help you overcome any nervousness and get you started in a quiet area to develop your confidence and skills.

How many driving lessons do I need before my test?

The DVSA recommends an average of 45 hours of professional tuition combined with 22 hours of private practice. Everyone learns at a different pace — your instructor will advise when you are ready to sit the practical test.

What do I need to bring to my first lesson?

Please bring your provisional driving licence, any glasses or contact lenses you need for driving, and comfortable flat-soled shoes suitable for driving. Your instructor will provide everything else required for the lesson.

Do you offer automatic driving lessons in Sheffield?

Yes. Park Driving School offers both manual and automatic driving lessons across all Sheffield postcodes. Please note that passing your test in an automatic vehicle means your licence will be restricted to automatic vehicles only.

How much do driving lessons cost in Sheffield?

Park Driving School offers driving lessons from £36 per hour. Block bookings are available at discounted rates. Contact us for current pricing on intensive courses and Pass Plus.

Do you offer intensive driving courses in Sheffield?

Yes. We offer both intensive and semi-intensive driving courses in Sheffield. The number of hours required depends on your experience level and is agreed with your instructor before the course begins. Intensive courses must be paid upfront.

Which areas of Sheffield do you cover?

We cover all Sheffield postcodes from S1 to S26, excluding S25, S35, and S36. Pickup is always from your home address. Contact us with your postcode to confirm availability.

Do you use dual-controlled vehicles?

Yes. All Park Driving School tuition vehicles are fitted with dual controls for safety.

Which driving test centres do you use in Sheffield?

We use both Middlewood Driving Test Centre and Handsworth Driving Test Centre in Sheffield. Your instructor will advise which centre is most appropriate based on your location and the routes you have practised.

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Urgently Seeking Manual & Automatic Driving Instructors in Sheffield

Park Driving School is one of Sheffield’s top rated driving schools, with hundreds of 5-star reviews from pupils across the city. We are actively looking for fully qualified Male and Female ADIs for both manual and automatic lessons to join our growing team.

Why Join Park Driving School?

No long-term contracts — no tie-ins, complete flexibility
First 2 weeks franchise free to allow for diary build-up
Full-time or part-time franchise available — no hidden extras or pupil fees
No shortage of work — we can get your diary full quickly
Strong online presence and continuous advertising to generate pupil enquiries
Free business cards and stationery
ADI WhatsApp group for information sharing and peer support
Ongoing support from the Park Driving School team

Requirements

Must hold a full, valid ADI (Approved Driving Instructor) licence issued by the DVSA
Must have your own vehicle, fully insured for driving instruction
Manual or automatic instructors welcome — both transmission types considered
Must be professional, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality tuition

Franchise Fees

We offer competitive weekly franchise rates for both full-time and part-time instructors. Please contact us directly for current fee information.

Areas

We cover Sheffield and surrounding areas. When applying, please indicate the postcodes or areas you are able to cover.

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Complete the form below to register your interest. We aim to respond to all applications promptly. Alternatively, call us on 07922 296108 or email info@parkdrivingschool.co.uk.

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