DRIVING INSTRUCTOR TRAINING
Essex, East London & Ipswich
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Thinking about changing careers and becoming a driving instructor? - Our Instructor Training in available in Essex, East London & Ipswich.
At Costello’s Driving School, we provide friendly, professional and personalised instructor training for people from all backgrounds. Whether you are beginning your journey or preparing for your ADI Part 2 or Part 3 test, we can support you throughout the qualification process.
Our training is delivered on a one-to-one basis and tailored to your individual experience, progress and goals. We also offer rewarding franchise opportunities and a flexible Pay As You Earn training scheme, helping to make your new career more accessible.
Driving Instructor Qualification Pass Rates
Qualifying as an approved driving instructor requires commitment and the right preparation. According to the latest DVSA figures for April 2025 to March 2026, the national pass rates per test attempt were:
- ADI Part 1 – Theory and hazard perception: 37.0%
- ADI Part 2 – Driving ability: 55.3%
- ADI Part 3 – Instructional ability: 27.8%
These figures show why choosing thorough, individual training is so important.
We are extremely proud that, so far, every trainee who has signed up for our instructor-training course has gone on to become a fully qualified driving instructor.
Our support does not end when the training session finishes. We help our trainees develop the knowledge, driving ability and teaching skills needed to progress through each stage and begin a successful new career.
Want to learn more? Get in touch today and we’ll explain the qualification process, our training options and the career opportunities available with Costello’s Driving School.
National figures are DVSA pass rates per test attempt for Great Britain during the 2025/26 financial year. They do not represent the percentage of individual candidates who eventually qualify.
One to one training
Our Trainees Get Results
The latest DVSA figures show that the national pass rate for the final ADI Part 3 instructional ability test was just 27.8% during 2025/26.
At Costello’s Driving School, we are proud that, so far, every trainee who has signed up for our complete instructor-training course has gone on to become a fully qualified driving instructor.
Personal, One-to-One Instructor Training
Unlike training providers that teach several trainees at the same time, our instructor training is delivered entirely on a one-to-one basis.
This allows us to:
- tailor every training session to your individual needs
- identify and develop the areas in which you need the most support
- provide personalised advice and honest feedback
- prepare you properly for each stage of the ADI qualification process
- continue supporting you after you have qualified
From your first training session to starting your new career, you will receive individual guidance from an experienced trainer. Even after you qualify, our team will remain only a phone call away.
Our driving instructor training is available in:
- Colchester
- Chelmsford
- Brentwood
- Hornchurch
- Clacton-on-Sea
Ready to take the first step towards becoming a driving instructor?
Send an enquiry to our team and we’ll explain the qualification process, training options and support available.
Costello’s Driving School results refer to trainees who have enrolled on our complete instructor-training course and their eventual qualification.
The national figure is the DVSA pass rate per ADI Part 3 test attempt in Great Britain during the 2025/26 financial year.
ADI tests
What Is The Process To Qualify?
You must pass all 3 consecutive tests to become a driving instructor.
The ADI part 1 test is a theory test made up of two parts: a set of multiple choice questions and a hazard perception module.
Next, in the ADI part 2 test you must show that you can drive safely in different road and traffic conditions and show that you can implement The Highway Code in the way in which you drive.
The third and final part is the ADI part 3 test. In this test, an examiner will observe you teaching a client centred driving lesson, lasting around an hour to one of your pupils.
In order to qualify, you must pass all three aspects of the test.
If you have any questions, please get in touch.