DRIVING LESSONS IN LANCASTER, MORECAMBE, HEYSHAM AND SURROUNDING AREAS

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About


Hello, my name is Andy, and I am a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor based in Lancaster.

I provide driving lessons to new and experienced drivers, covering: -

  • Learners, complete beginners
  • Refresher Courses, for those wanting to improve their skills.
  • Motorway Driving, for any full licence holder going on the motorway for the 1st time, or those who are nervous and need a confidence boost.
  • Pass Plus
  • Help with Theory, all AGS pupils get free access to Theory Test Pro
  • Fleet Driver Training, I am a DVSA Registered Fleet Driver Trainer, if you have business drivers in need of training or assessment get in touch.

  • Friendly, patient and reliable driving instructor delivering pupil centred lessons at your pace with the ability to guide even the most nervous and fearful of learners to success in passing their practical driving test.

  • Driving lessons are provided in Lancaster, Morecambe, Heysham and the surrounding areas, a door-to-door service where you can be picked up from home, college or work.

  • All pupils of AGS Driving School have access to Total Drive, where you can track your lessons, progress, payments etc


  • All AGS Driving School Pupils will have free access to Theory Test Pro, where you can practice everything required to pass your Theory Test.



driving lessons

According to national survey data, more than one in five new drivers admitted to having an accident in their first year of driving. Based on the driving test pass rate in the UK between April 2016 and March 2017, this equates to an estimated 176,000 new drivers being involved in an accident in the same timeframe.

This is why I will teach you how to drive safely, not just pass the test. By becoming a safe and courteous driver you will reduce your chances of being involved in an accident which will in turn keep your insurance costs down.

Being able to drive gives you the freedom and independence to be able to put your keys in the ignition and go anywhere you choose.

Learning to drive can be a daunting experience, the DVSA recommends around 45 hours of professional driving lessons and a further 22 hours of private practice to learn to drive. However, every driver is an individual and learn at different speeds so some people will need less time whilst others will need more. The aim is to be a safe confident driver before going for your test which will then mean you are comfortable to be out on the road alone after the test.

All lessons are delivered on a 1 to 1 basis, focusing on your needs and made to be a relaxed, enjoyable experience.

A structured syllabus is followed which is shown in the Total Drive app and your progress is also shown so you can understand what you have achieved and what comes next.








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Testimonials

Hao Zhou

     

Comprehensive, Effective, and Positive Andy is a very friendly, well experienced instructor. Thanks for his guidance, I passed the test in one go.

Amber Leigh Huett

     

Andrew has been an amazing instructor from start to finish! He’s very reliable and also really reasonably priced! Thank you so much for helping me pass! 😊

Matthew Millar

     

I've just passed my driving test with Andy, can't thank him enough for being my driving instructor. There was always a calm atmosphere on lessons, and each was tailored to what I felt I needed to work on. Highly recommend AGS Driving School to anyone looking to get their licence soon. Thanks again, Andy!

Danial Khilji

     

It was wonderful taking classes from Andy. I personally like how he stay calm when I am making mistake. And then discuss the mistake and then take me through the same route to fix the mistake right away. His schedule was also perfectly aligned with my duty schedule. Good thing about the car is that you can press brake harder to put the hand breake. Which is quite a good feature when moving off from slope. His rates were also affordable to me. 👌🏻 10/10 recommended!🎉🎉

John Lee

     

Great experience today , very professional would highly recommend.

Hema Kannusamy

     

A great instructor who pin points my mistakes every time and made sure I understood them, thanks Andy for helping me pass on my first test 😊

Carlos Ramirez

     

I broadly recommend the driving school of Andrew Salt. He is an excellent instructor, he will provide you with confidence to learn anything you need to improve your driving. He will patiently explain to you, and lead you to improve in the areas of opportunity you may have. Its a warranted pass!

Johnboy Lee

     

Thankyou , learned so quick and so well with you can’t thankyou enough.

Eloise Barber

     

Very good driving instructor! Thanks for your help!!

Rachael Heath

     

Andy was such a great instructor! He helped build up my confidence and get over my fears of driving☺️He was always on time and reliable, great prices as well! If anyone was to ask me for an instructor, I’d definitely recommend Andy! Thank you so much for helping me pass😊

Nik Pritchett

     

Great driving instructor, explains well everything you need to know for your exam and answers any questions u may have.

Jaime Heredia Ugedo

     

Andy was a great driving instructor, he was always calm, very thorough and made sure I felt confident in what I was doing before moving on to the next thing. I would definitely recommend, thanks for helping me pass!

Lucas Bass

     

Best driving instructor in the UK loves his burritos.

Nicola Bass

     

Whoop whoop thanks Andy

Chloe Ford

     

Very helpful driving instructor, very happy with my results!! Highly recommend

Kaushik Venkataraman

     

Andy is an excellent instructor. He has a good car. His teaching technique is good. Calm and makes me understand the mistake I did. He explains too visually by drawing and pictures. The mock tests he conducts are exactly the way how they do in the tests. So, I would definitely recommend him. Thanks a lot Andy :)

Dr. Muhammad Faisal Akhtar

     

V good instructor , v pleased with his professionalism and how he helped my daughter with her driving.

Saffron Leatham

     

An amazing instructor who always made sure I was felt confident and safe. Calmed my nerves from a first session thinking i would never manage to drive- to passing my test! Would recommend to everyone!!

Victoria Farley

     

Brilliant driving instructor. Always made me feel calm and safe when behind the wheel and helped me to gain more confidence when driving. Highly recommend 🙂

Ranina Terry

     

Andy is a calm instructor who took the time to build my confidence. He not only helped me to pass the test, he also made me a better driver. Thanks Andy.

Jessica Dakin

     

Passed my test today on my first attempt thanks to Andy! Great instructor always ready to help. Thank you Andy!

Hazra Suleman

     

I had the pleasure of learning to drive with Andy, and I can confidently say that it was an incredibly positive experience from start to finish. No matter how many mistakes I made, he never once showed any signs of frustration or impatience. Instead, he remained calm and supportive, offering guidance and encouragement every step of the way. What truly sets Andy apart is his unwavering dedication to his students. One of the things I appreciated most about Andy's teaching style is his student-centred approach. He listened to my feedback and tailored the lessons to focus on areas where I felt needed improvement. This allowed me to take an active role in my learning process, empowering me to identify my own strengths and weaknesses. Even during moments of self-doubt, Andy was always there to offer words of encouragement and motivation. I can't thank Andy enough for all that he's done for me, and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a patient, dedicated, and supportive driving instructor. Andy truly is the best in the business!

Abigail Watson

     

I strongly recommend Andy for your driving instructor, he was so calm the whole way through and explained everything very patiently as I wasn't very confident at first. He helped me pass my test first time which I am very grateful for!

Tahirah Suter

     

Andy was very professional and I really enjoyed learning from him. I am much more confident in driving and would highly recommend!

Sky Bookhart

     

I passed first time with zero fault thanks to AGS driving school. Very helpful, patient and professional. Highly recommended. Thanks again Andy.

Grace Cockman

     

Andy was extremely calm throughout my lessons and was always very patient and thorough. I feel very confident when driving. Highly recommend!

Macy Naylor

     

Very grateful to have had Andy as my instructor. He was very patient and helped me gain a lot of confidence on the road! Highly recommend 🙂

The Car

The Car - Mercedes Benz A Class A200 2021

Reliable, safe, compact car ideal for learning to drive in with the following features:

  • Smooth 1.3 Petrol engine
  • Manual Gearbox
  • Power Steering
  • Height adjustable steering column
  • Height adjustable driver's seat
  • He-man Dual Controls Fitted
  • Climate Control (Air Conditioned)
  • Heated Seats
  • Reversing Camera & parking sensors
  • Electric windows & mirrors
  • Automatic lights
  • Automatic wipers
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theory test

Before you can book your practical driving test you will need to have passed your Theory test.

You can do your theory test from the age of 17 onwards. You must have a provisional licence to take the test.

The theory test itself is made of two parts. The first part consists of 50 multiple-choice questions which tests your knowledge of driving practices. The second part is a video-based hazard perception test which assesses your ability to respond to hazardous situations on the road.

Both parts are taken on the same day, you will need to pass both parts to pass the theory test. If you fail one part and pass the other, you will fail the whole test and will need to take both parts again. The driving theory test pass mark is 43/50 for the multiple-choice test and 44/75 for the hazard perception test.

You can use books and software to revise for the theory test and take practice tests.

The multiple-choice questions in the theory test are based on 3 books found at the following links:





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Practical Driving Test

What happens during the test?

The driving test consists of the following five (5) parts:

1. The eyesight check

The examiner will check that your eyesight is good enough to drive. Don’t forget your glasses if you need them!

You’ll be asked to read a number plate from 20 metres away, which is roughly the length of 5 cars. If you can’t read the plate you’ve failed the test and it ends there.

2. ‘Show me, Tell me’ safety questions

You’ll be asked 2 vehicle safety questions by the examiner, known as ‘show me, tell me’. This is to show you know how to perform basic safety checks.

The ‘tell me’ question will require you to explain how you’d carry out a certain activity - for example, how to open the bonnet and check there’s sufficient oil in the engine, or where to find the recommended tyre pressures, and how to check the pressure. There are 14 possible ‘tell me’ questions.

For the ‘show me’ question you'll need to demonstrate how to carry out a certain activity - for example, wash and clean the rear windscreen, or sound the horn. There are 7 possible ‘show me questions’.

3. General driving ability

The examiner will give you direct you, much the same as you’ll be used to from your lessons.

You will be asked to pull over at least 3 times and perform the following:

  • Pull over in a safe, legal place selected by you.
  • Angled start, pull away from behind a parked car.
  • Pull away on a hill.
  • Perform an emergency stop - only 1 in 3 tests will feature this.
There are some things you won’t be expected to do on your test, such as motorway driving.

4. Reversing the vehicle

To test your reversing ability, the examiner will ask you to do one of these:

  • Reverse Park into a parking bay. You’ll be asked to reverse in and drive out.
  • Forward Park into a parking bay. You’ll be asked to drive in and reverse out.
  • Parallel park. This will be performed at the side of the road by at least one parked car.
  • Reverse for around two car lengths. For this, you will be asked to pull up on the right-hand side of the road. Once you’ve completed the manoeuvre, you’ll be asked to rejoin the traffic.

5. Independent driving

This section of the test is to show you can follow directions from a sat nav, traffic signs, or both - rather than from the examiner. If you’re following a sat nav, the examiner will set it up for you. Although the examiner won’t ask you anything during this part of the test, you can ask them questions.

There are times the examiner might step in, for example, if you take a wrong turn or you can’t read an obstructed sign. If the examiner has to give directions, don’t interpret this as having failed or being marked down. Going off-route won’t necessarily affect your test result.

Useful Links related to the driving test:



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DVSA Official Driving Test videos

Contact

  • Coolidge Avenue, Lancaster, UK

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terms & conditions

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Andy Salt, a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor follows the ADI Code of practice:  ADI Code of Practice

 
  • You are required to give a minimum of 24 hours notice should you wish to cancel a lesson. If you do not give at least 24 hours notice you will be charged for the lesson. Payment must be made within 24hrs of the agreed lesson time by bank transfer.


  1. Payment can be made in cash at the start of the lesson or at least 24 hours in advance via bank transfer. Payment can also be made through the app Total Drive however please note this will incur an admin charge of 3.25%.
  2. All monies must be paid before a driving test.
  3. AGS Driving School cannot be held responsible for lesson cancellations due to mechanical breakdown but will endeavour to find a replacement vehicle as soon as possible.
  4. All training will be on a one-to-one basis unless otherwise agreed.
  5. AGS Driving School will provide the pupil with a dual controlled car in a clean and road worthy condition.
  6. AGS Driving School has a strict no smoking policy.
  7. AGS Driving School will abide by an equal opportunity policy and will not discriminate against race, colour, creed, gender or sexual orientation etc.
  8. Pupils progress will be recorded in the Total Drive app.
  9. All learner drivers must be aged 17 or older and in possession of a valid licence for the UK (Provisional, Full or International)
  10. It is important that you communicate with AGS Driving School before booking your practical test, this to ensure availability of the instructor & car and your readiness to go to test.
  11. AGS Driving School will withdraw use of their car for driving tests should we feel that the pupil is not ready. You will always be given a minimum of 5 working day’s notice to enable you to delay your test.
  12. Any complaints should be directed to andysalt70@gmail.com

You will need to either sign a copy of the T&C's or agree to them in the Total Drive app to confirm that you have read, fully understand and agree with the above terms and conditions.