Driving Lessons in Kirkcaldy

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Choosing a driving school in Kirkcaldy

We get that you’re looking for a driving school who:

• Builds your driving ability
• Makes learning to drive enjoyable
• Is affordable

So here are 4 simple steps to make sure you find a top driving instructor in Kirkcaldy

1. Compare reviews

Reading reviews is a great way to anticipate what your experience will be like with the driving schools in Kirkcaldy. Just make sure that you read reviews collated by independent sources, like Google reviews.

2. Read the terms and conditions

Let's face it - most of us never read the terms and conditions but it’s important that you do read them carefully when booking lessons. Local driving schools can often have hidden policies especially around expiry dates for unused driving lessons so don’t get caught out!

3. Make sure you can switch instructors

Check that your driving school in Kirkcaldycan sort you out with someone new if you do need to swap. Some schools are too small to allow for this so it's worth checking up front.

4. Avoid long waiting times

The last thing you want is to book your driving lessons and then find out that you can’t get started for another few weeks! Many driving schools in Kirkcaldywon’t tell you their waiting times upfront unless you ask directly. So again, don’t get caught out!

Choosing your test centre

When the time is right, you’ll need to choose a driving test centre. Your instructor in Kirkcaldy will help you find the test centre that's right for you.

To see all of the DVSA test centres near you, check the DVSA website.

Test tips from driving instructors in Kirkcaldy

Local driving instructors in Kirkcaldy have shared thier insider tips for passing your test.

1. Practise driving on rural roads

Our driving instructors in Kirkcaldy have highlighted rural roads as a tricky ""one to watch"" as you’re allowed to drive at the national speed limit, but sometimes that’s not the appropriate speed for the conditions.

Make sure you practise judging what speed is sensible to drive at on country roads.

2. Drive defensively

When you’re driving in urban settings you need to be aware that not all drivers will drive well, or even follow the highway code! Make sure that you anticipate the behaviour of other drivers and adapt your own driving accordingly.

3. Directions aren’t the be all and end all.

You’ll receive directions from both the examiner and a sat nav at different points in your driving test. If you realise you’re in the wrong lane at the last minute, it might be dangerous to correct yourself. If that’s the case, it’s fine to make a wrong turn - it’s more important to drive safely than to follow directions accurately, and our local driving instructors say that you’re unlikely to be penalised.

Manual or automatic lessons?

Are you ready to learn to drive? The first step is to choose between manual and automatic driving lessons.

With an automatic licence, you’re qualified to drive automatic cars, whereas with a manual driving licence, you’re qualified to drive both manuals and automatics. Flexibility is the main plus point with learning in a manual.

Manual lessons are often cheaper as automatic instructors are few and far between. A manual offers the driver a bit more control over the vehicle - especially on windy rural roads where a gear change can help you navigate twists, turns and hill climbs more effectively.

That said, automatic cars are easier to get your head around - there’s no clutch to get the hang of! This means you may be able to pass faster by taking automatic driving lessons. On top of this, the lack of a clutch pedal makes automatic cars easier to drive in heavy traffic, so it you’re going to be getting a car to run you around Kirkcaldys busy roads, an automatic may be for you.

There are pros and cons to both, so it's worth spending some time to research and decide before you start.

Where we provide driving lessons in Kirkcaldy

No matter where you are in Kirkcaldyor the surrounding areas, our top quality driving instructors can help get you on the road.