Hi, I’m Susan—based in Sevenoaks, mum to two amazing teenagers (19 & 14), and proud to be doing a job I truly love every day.

 

My passion for driving and teaching started years ago, thanks to my dad. He was not only a driving instructor, but later a driving examiner and eventually a test centre manager. I used to ask him every day, “How many passed today, Dad?” I loved hearing his stories from the test centre—and now I realise just how much those conversations inspired me, that is something I keep in my heart everyday.

 

Even now, he’s my go-to for advice and insight. I’m constantly learning from his decades of experience, and it’s been such a valuable influence on how I approach teaching today.

 

For years, I wanted to pursue this career, but the cost and time commitment for training always felt out of reach. Then, during the COVID lockdown, everything changed. Like many others, I lost my job—but it opened a door. I took a part-time role and used that time to study, train, and give everything I had to becoming an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI).

 

When the UK reopened, I was ready to become qualified—and I haven’t looked back since.

 

Being a driving instructor isn’t just a job for me—it’s something I’m passionate about. I love seeing pupils grow in confidence, overcome challenges, and eventually pass their test knowing they’ve gained a skill for life. Sharing in those moments is something I’ll never take for granted.