When instructing young people to drive it is really important that you’re fully prepared. The parent/teacher should also give encouragement and themselves be very comfortable with all safe driving procedures.
Is the learner driver ready to venture out onto the road? They must hold a provisional licence. The learner should have already had lessons with a professional instructor in a dual-controlled car and have a basic comprehension of the principles of driving. Always ensure you use a safe vehicle and get the learner to help you check the lights, brakes and tyres are functioning normally.
Before venturing out on the open road with the student make certain of a couple of things first. Foremost, are you old enough to teach driving? The age limit is usually 21. You must also have a valid driving licence which you have held for at least three years.Check your insurance to see if a student is allowed to drive your vehicle. A good provider of car insurance for young drivers is Coverbox. Get hold of a copy of the latest Highway Code and make sure you know all the latest rules and regulations.
It is a good idea to have a route prepared. As it is a lot to take in for learners start with short routes. Try and go out in different road conditions and increase the length of the trips and the driver becomes more knowledgeable.The learner needs to become comfortable driving when day or night, on wet or dry roads, and at a variety of speed limits.
The instructor needs to encourage the driver at all times and not get angry with errors. They must try and remain calm whatever happens. The learner should be asked to highlight any hazards that they spot. The driver should be reminded that they need to look in the rear view mirrors and use the indicators when changing lane or at junctions. Good driving practices must be reinforced. In the event of a dangerous manoeuvre pull over safely and discuss what occurred. At the end of the practice session discuss what occurred in a positive manner.
Learner drivers need to be taught good habits in a way that they will remember when they drive alone. One day they will be teaching learners themselves.
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