Driving lessons are currently provided in Scarborough, Whitby, Filey, Pickering, Bridlington, Malton and all the surrounding villages.
Lessons
Pass Plus
Enhanced Pass Plus
Block Bookings
Intensive Courses
Semi Intensive Courses
Refreshers
Failed Test
Hazard conditions Courses
Confidence Building
1hr Driving Lessons
1.5hr Driving Lessons
2hr Driving Lessons
If you are interested in doing any of the above courses you can get further information on driving lessons or you can simply make an enquiry by clicking the link below
Theory Test
The theory test is made up of a multiple-choice part and a hazard perception part. You need to pass both parts to pass the theory test.
Before the test starts, you will be given instructions on how it works.
You can choose to do a practice session of multiple-choice questions to get used to the layout of the test. At the end of the practice session, the real test will begin.
A question and several possible answers will appear on a computer screen - you have to select the correct answer. Some questions may need more than one answer.
You can move between questions and 'flag' questions that you want to come back to later in the test.
Some car and motorcycle questions will be given as a case study.
Time allowed
Pass mark
57 minutes
43 out of 50
After the multiple-choice part, you can choose to have a break of up to three minutes before the hazard perception part starts.
Hazard Perception Test.
You will be shown a series of video clips on a computer screen. The clips:
feature every day road scenes
contain at least one developing hazard - but one of the clips will feature two developing hazards
A developing hazard is something that may result in you having to take some action, such as changing speed or direction.
The earlier you notice a developing hazard and make a response, the higher you will score. The most you can score for each developing hazard is five points.
To get a high score you need to:
respond to the developing hazard during the early part of its development
press the mouse button as soon as you see a hazard developing
An example of when to respond to a hazard
Think of a parked car on the side of the road. When you first see it, it is not doing anything - it is just a parked car. If you respond at this point, you would not score any marks, but you would not lose any marks.
The difference between a potential and developing hazard
When you get closer to the car, you notice that its right-hand indicator starts to flash. This would make you think that the driver of the car is going to move away. The hazard is now developing and a response at this point would score marks.
The indicator coming on is a sign that the car has changed from a potential hazard into a developing hazard.
When you get closer to the car, you will probably see it start to move away from the side of the road. You should make another response at this point.
Video Clips
Developing Hazards
Pass Mark
14
15
44 out of 75
At The End Of Your Theory Test
When you have finished the test you can leave the test room - but you will not be able to go back in. You will then be given your result by the test centre staff.
Your Theory Test Pass Certificate
If you pass your theory test, you will get a pass certificate. You will need this when you book and take your practical test, so it is important that you keep it safe.
Your theory test pass certificate runs out after two years of passing your test. If you have not passed your practical test by then, you will need to take and pass the theory test again.
The driving test is designed for you to show your practical skills and understanding of the Highway Code and the theory of driving safely. Throughout the test, your examiner will be looking for an overall safe standard of driving.
The driving test is straightforward and has been designed to see if you
can drive safely in different road and traffic conditions
know The Highway Code and can show this through your driving ability
So long as you show the standard required, you will pass your driving test.
Before you start the driving ability part of your test, you will have an eyesight check and be asked two vehicle safety questions.
The eyesight check
The examiner will ask you to read the number plate on a parked vehicle to test your eyesight. If you fail the check, your driving test will not continue.
Vehicle safety questions: 'show me, tell me'
You will be asked two vehicle safety questions. These are also known as the 'show me, tell me' questions.
The examiner will ask you one 'show me' question, where you will have to show them how you would carry out a vehicle safety check. You will also be asked one 'tell me' question, where you will have to explain to the examiner how you would carry out the check.
If you give the wrong answer for one or both questions, you will be marked with one driving fault.
The driving ability part of your driving test If you make a mistake
Do not worry if you make a mistake - it might be a less serious driving fault and might not affect your result
The driving part of your test will last about 40 minutes. Throughout the test, your examiner will be looking for an overall safe standard of driving.
Your general driving ability
During your test, the examiner will give you directions that you should follow. You will drive in various road and traffic conditions. You should drive in the way your instructor has trained you.
You might also be asked to carry out an emergency stop.
Your ability to reverse your vehicle safely
You will be asked to complete an exercise to show how well you can reverse your vehicle. The examiner will choose one exercise from:
reversing around a corner
turning in the road
reverse parking - either into a parking bay, or parallel parking at the side of the road
Independent Driving - The Facts
From October 2010 the DSA will be introducing a new element to the driving test for learner drivers - Independent Driving.
Up until now, during the drive on a test the examiner gives directions throughout the entire route - for example "take the next road on the left", and "turn right at the roundabout taking the third exit". This helps the learner by making it clear where they need to go but it does not test their ability to work things out for themselves or follow signs.
When surveyed, most new drivers said that after passing their test the biggest problem was that suddenly they have to think for themselves, not only about the control of the car but also the route. Independent Driving is designed to give the learners chance to do a bit more for themselves.
It will last for about 10 minutes during the test and the examiner has a number of ways to test the candidate. She/he may ask the candidate to "follow the signs for....", or perhaps show then a small diagram of where they want the candidate to drive to and then ask them to drive there. It isn't too much of a problem if you forget some of the directions or get lost - even the most experienced of drivers can do this, but generally the new element to the test will be looking for the candidate to be able to drive, on their own for a short time making their own decisions regarding route, positioning etc.
What to do if you make a mistake during your test
If you make a mistake, do not worry about it as it might be a less serious driving fault and might not affect your result. However, if at any time your examiner considers your driving to be a danger to other road users they will stop your test.
Your driving test result Your result
You will pass your test if you make:
15 or less driving faults
no serious or dangerous faults
When the driving test has ended, you can call your instructor over if they did not go with you on your test. This is so they can listen to the result and feedback with you.
The examiner will:
tell you whether you passed or not
explain how you did during the test
The different types of faults that can be marked
There are three types of faults that can be marked:
a dangerous fault - involves actual danger to you, the examiner, the public or property
a serious fault - could potentially be dangerous
a driving fault - not potentially dangerous, but if you make the same fault throughout your test it could become a serious fault
The pass mark for the driving test
You can make up to 15 driving faults and still pass the test. If you make 16 or more driving faults, you will not pass your test.
If you make one serious or dangerous fault, you will not pass your test.
If you pass your test
If you pass your test, the examiner will give you a pass certificate. They will also ask you if you want your full licence to be sent to you automatically. Once you have passed your test ,you can start driving straight away - you do not need to wait for your full licence to arrive.
What is the Enhanced Pass Plus Scheme? North Yorkshire County Council's Enhanced Pl ass Plus Scheme offers newly qualified drivers the opportunity to reduce their insurance premiums whilst further developing their driving. The scheme is based on the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) Pass Plus Scheme but is specifically targeted at the dangers new drivers face when on North Yorkshire's road network.
Does every one qualify for the subsidy? To qualify for the subsidy:
You must be a resident in the North Yorkshire area
have passed your driving test in the last 9 month
agree to attend a 2 hour New Driver Discussion Group help within the North Yorkshire area and
be willing to help us evaluate the scheme
There are only limited places so there is no guarantee.
Enhanced Pass Plus How is the subsidy paid? Your subsidy course will be delivered as 1 x 6 hour session.
The pupil needs to pay the instructor £99 upfront and at the end of the course the county council will pay the remaining £75 of the £174 course fee.
Normal Pass Pluss course is £170 payable by pupil
Case Study
Dabeer passed his test last August and wasted no time in taking the opportunity to bolster his skills and experience by undertaking a Pass Plus course which he completed the following month. Having the Pass Plus certificate meant that his insurance on his 2 litre HDI was £1,600 instead of £2,200 - Savings of £600! As well as the financial savings, Dabeer found the Pass Pluss course to be very comprehensive with useful tips on how to save yourself in certain road situations. The course gave him a good insight into different driving conditions; handy as he lives just 10 minutes from the nearest motorway!
Insurers supporting Pass Plus
AA Insurance -08002941200
Adrian Flux Insurance Services - 08005053000
Norwich Union - 0800888111
Churchill - 0800200300
Co-operative Insurance Society - 01618328686
Direct LIne - 08452468888
Endsleigh Insurance Services - 08000283571
Privilege - 08009152176
Provident Insurance PLC - 01422331166
Prudential Car Insurance - 08007832632 Quote ref: 2479
Quinn Direct Insurance Ltd - 08005878000
RAC Direct Insurance - 08003286401
Royal
and SunAlliance - 0800300220
Tesco Motor Insureres - 08453004400
Zurich - 0800333800
Swinton -
08004096551
What are the insurance discounts? The instructor will issue you with a DSA Pass Plus certificate which may entitle you to an insurance discount with some insurers. You will need too check with your insurer to see what discount they will offer. Not all insurers participate in the scheme.
Is there another test? No, your driving will be assessed by the instructor over the period of the course. If you need to take extra lessons to reach the Pass Plus standard then you would need to book these through your instructor at your own expense.
What happens at the New Driver Discussion Group? This is a highly interactive discussion that aims to help you understand how various factors can impact on your driving. The discussion groups are held across North Yorkshire. We will write to you with a date and time of a group once you have registered with us through your instructor.
Can all instructors deliver the Enhanced Pass Plus Scheme? No, they must be registered with North Yorkshire county Council. To book a place on the Pass Plus Scheme contact FOXY'S SCHOOL OF MOTORING ON: 01723 863405 07826 188708
INTENSIVE & SEMI INTENSIVE COURSE
For those of you who need to get your driving license quickly or if you are in a hurry to experience the open road, why not try an intensive course from Foxy’s school of motoring?
Our intensive courses can be tailored to meet your individual needs, whether you are starting your driving lessons from scratch, or wanting to brush up on your skills before sitting your test, we can adapt our courses to suit you.
If you are a beginner, partly trained, or just failed a test, we have an Intensive Driving Course to suit everyone with low prices.
Our instructor is an intensive course specialist teaching pupils at all standards every single week.
Intensive driving courses are very demanding but the reward makes this worth while. With our High 1st time pass rate and quality structured tuition, Our Driving school is your Quickest and easiest way to success.
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09.00-11.00
11.00-11.30
11.30-13.30
13.30-14.00
14.00-16.00
REFRESHERS COURSE
The driving refresher course or refresher training can be very useful if:
You passed your test some years ago but have never driven
Have had a break from driving due to circumstances or health
You have let your driving skills get slightly "rusty"
have maybe lost your confidence
Our qualified instructor can quickly get you back on track and help you regain those skills and confidence required to drive safely. The length of the driving refresher course will be adapted to your needs.
Sometimes all that is needed is a few refresher training lessons, rather than a full-blown driving refresher course, with the peace of mind that the instructor can intervene if required.
FAILED TEST COURSE
Don't worry and certainly don't feel embarrassed your not alone!
Did you know that most people fail their driving test due to nerves?
We look at where you failed on your test and then concentrate on those areas to help you overcome your nerves, you can do it.
This course is Aimed at people who have taken a test very recently and not passed or if you would like some booster lesson before your test. Theory test must be passed before attending this course.
CONFIDENCE BUILDING COURSE
Some times getting back into the driver seat after a bad accident can be over whelming, or if you lost your licence for a long period of time and need to get back behind the wheel. This course is perfect for those who are still shy on the roads or have had a major accident and want to get back into the drivers seat but are nervous we give you the space and time you need to build back your confidence and driving skills.
BLOCK BOOKINGS & SINGLE BOOKINGS
Save money and book a block of 5 or 10 lessons these are standard driving lessons of 1 hour, we book you in on set days and times
For those new to the world of driving, getting behind the wheel for the first time can be a daunting experience. However, taking your first steps towards getting your driving licence is also highly exciting and rewarding. Learning to drive offers newfound freedoms and opportunities – for many people, it is life changing!
At Foxy’s school of motoring we understand the importance driving has to people’s lives, therefore we strive to ensure that our driving lessons are not only the highest quality, but also enjoyable and fun. All our driving lessons are one full hours driving. Students doing two-hour lessons per week, progress at a much quicker pace, i therefore advise students to start with two hours per week. More information
HAZARD COURSE
Do you know how to drive safely in snow and icy conditions?
How about controlling a skid from either oil on the road or when in an accident?
There are many hazard conditions on the roads and we teach how to recognise them or even predict them and then how to control the situation as safely as possible,
these courses are not only a lot of fun but they are life saving!
comment by Katie. (scarborough)
I was under a lot of pressure to pass my driving test, when I first phoned Foxy's school of motoring. I had just failed my driving test with another driving school. I had another test booked for 10 days time. Greg my instructor offered me a free assessment to see where I was going wrong. Greg was very dedicated to my learning & he never under estimated the stress I was going through. He recognised my learning needs & the gaps in my knowledge during the assessment. After six 2 hour lessons I had passed my driving test. The examiner even praised both of us about the safety & the hazard awareness I had shown during my test. Well done Greg you were very good at explaining things that I did not understand. My friends have also started lessons with Foxy's school of motoring, I would recommend anyone who is nervous about driving to give Greg a ring you will soon find the confidence with Greg he is so calm & will teach you at your own pace.
Thank you so much Greg for teaching me how to drive safely.
comment by Karl. (Bridlington)
I chose to take an intensive driving course with Foxy's school of motoring. Greg was a class instructor I felt at ease within the first 10 minutes of the lesson. Greg was calm, easy going and the lessons were fun. It was like learning to drive with a mate. His knowledge of driving really made it easy to learn. After 4 days I had passed my driving test. Thanks Greg for everything, especially the phone advice when I needed it. I will defiantly recommend Foxy's school of motoring to my mates.
Cheers mate
Congratulations to all of our successful students we wish you safe driving
