RICHARD SMITH  ADI  DipDi

Hi, My name is Richard.  I passed my Driving Test when I was 17 and since then I have driven many different types of vehicles: Bikes, Cars, Taxis, Vans, Buses, HGVs and even a Police Car.  I have driven many hundreds of thousands of miles, both in the UK and in Europe.

I was previously employed as a Transport Manager with a large, International Healthcare Company.  I also used to teach drivers with a basic Car Licence to upgrade to a HGV Licence.

For the last 20 years, I have been a Driving Instructor, teaching new drivers to PASS the Driving Test and obtain their first Driving Licence.  Even after all these years, it is still a tremendous thrill to see a new driver PASS their Driving Test.

About 10 years ago, I took further training and qualified as an ORDIT Instructor.  ORDIT is the Official Register of Driving Instructor Trainers.  So, in addition to  helping learners to pass their Driving Test,  I help people train and qualify to become Driving Instructors. (Training the Trainers.)  New Driving Instructors need to Pass 3 Qualifying Exams, and I am happy to have helped many embark on a new career.

My Qualifications:-

• DVSA Approved Driving Instructor   ADI
• Diploma in Driving Instruction       Dip Di
• ORDIT Registered Trainer (retired) 
• PASS PLUS Registered Trainer
• Institute of Advanced Motorists       IAM
• Driving Instructors Association      DIA
• Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in      Road Transport - Freight - National
• Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in      Road Transport - Freight - International
• Representative of the Road Safety Charity "BRAKE"

My goal is to make every lesson as enjoyable and as productive as possible; teaching you to Drive to a High Standard and PASS your Driving Test.  The Client centred learning approach helps me to this more effectively.  Lessons are always conducted in a calm, friendly and relaxed manner, as I firmly believe in making Pupils feel at ease during each lesson.

I am almost retired and only work a few half days each week (just until my existing Pupils PASS their Tests).  I am no longer on the LDC franchise, however, I still use the LDC Client Centred Learning teaching method.  As I only work Part-Time, I no longer have my own car; I share Edward's Car.

I hope this gives you a brief idea about me, so please feel free to CONTACT US and arrange your First Lesson.

Best Regards and Safe Driving

Richard  Smith