What are premium lessons?
Our Premium lessons fall into 2 categories. Out of hours and Advanced Training
Lessons starting before 0800 or after 1600, Monday to Friday are classed as out of normal hours. These times are in line with the current DVSA test slots. The uplift is inline with the DVSA test fee uplift (£62 weekday to £75 Saturday - 20%)
Out of hours lessons
Due to current restrictions and hygiene protocols all lessons outside "office hours are subject to a 20% uplift
To be fair to everyone, this uplift applies to ALL out of hours appointments, regardless of the individuals reason or need. (The exception being when the appointment incorporates the morning (0930-1130) or afternoon (1330-1530) slot
Advanced Training
This would be driver training provided to a full licence holder and might such topics as cover town driving, country roads, DC's and motorways, parking, lane procedures. awareness and planning but can be bespoke to your needs
We have the option of issuing a gift voucher for this type of lesson, in case you need to present it to a family member in a "delicate" manner
Out of hours lessons
Some FAQ's to help you understand why they are more expensive
Why must I pay a 20% uplift just because I need an out of hours driving lesson
Firstly, to be fair to everyone, this uplift applies to ALL out of hours appointments, regardless of the reason or need. (The exception being when the appointment incorporates the morning (0900-1100) or afternoon (1400-1600) slot. So 1400 to 1800 (4 hours) and is therefore charged at standard rate)
We schedule only 14 x 2hr lessons per week
Is there any other reason the charge may be waived?
Yes. If you have multiple appointments in one week where one appointment is during normal working hours, the surcharge MAY be reduced by 50%. Should the normal hours appointment be cancelled for any reason, the out of hours appointment will definitely be charged at the higher rate. ALL weekend out of hours appointments are charged at the premium rate regardless