You've done it! You've taken the first important step on your road to a new exciting career.
You're going to receive a call from one of our career advisors who can answer any questions you might have, but in the meantime take a look at our career guide — it's jam packed full of really useful information!
Everyone who joins the My Four Wheels team benefit s from nothing to pay for the first 2 weeks of their franchise, 2 FREE driving school weeks per year thereafter, the ability to earn an extra 2 FREE franchise weeks for good performance and also have the option of either £400 cash back every year or £10 reduced from their fees for franchise contributions.
The below matrix is based on our most popular franchise with a nearly new car, an average lesson rate of £32 and the driving instructor taking a reduced £10 weekly fee for insurance contributions.
| Hours per week | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| YEAR 1 | 24 | 32 | 40 |
| Fees from pupils | +£768 | +£1024 | +£1280 |
| Franchise fees (inc car) | -£210 | -£210 | -£210 |
| Fuel spend | -£65 | -£90 | -£115 |
| Car insurance | -£10 | -£10 | -£10 |
| Weekly income | £483 | £714 | £945 |
| Hours per week | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| YEAR 2 & 3 | 24 | 32 | 40 |
| Fees from pupils | +£768 | +£1024 | +£1280 |
| Franchise fees | -£190 | -£190 | -£190 |
| Fuel spend | -£65 | -£90 | -£115 |
| Car insurance | -£10 | -£10 | -£10 |
| Weekly income | £503 | £734 | £965 |
Start your journey to becoming a driving instructor in Richmond. My Four Wheels offers comprehensive training and ongoing support for instructors serving Richmond and surrounding areas. Our structured 5-6 months programme ensures you have all the skills and confidence needed to succeed in this rewarding career.
Start earning immediately in Richmond with our job guarantee. We provide a steady stream of pupils so you can build your teaching business with confidence.
Our unique Buddy System pairs you with another trainee for in-car practice in Richmond. Learn together, support each other, and build confidence faster.
My Four Wheels has trained hundreds of successful ADIs across the UK. Our Richmond trainees benefit from a programme refined over years of results.
Train at your own pace around your current commitments in Richmond. Our part-time and intensive training options let you qualify while maintaining your existing job.
Combine online study through our Academy platform with practical in-car sessions in Richmond. Learn theory at home and practise skills on the road.
Beyond teaching skills, we help you succeed as a business in Richmond. From marketing to admin systems, we provide the tools you need to thrive.
Spotting small errors early helps learners in Richmond develop good habits from the start. Your keen eye for detail ensures students learn to drive safely and correctly.
Students in Richmond are counting on you to show up on time and follow through on your commitments. Being dependable is essential for building trust and credibility with your clients.
Explaining driving concepts clearly is crucial in Richmond. You'll need to break down complex manoeuvres into simple steps that learners of all abilities can understand and follow.
A positive, encouraging approach makes a huge difference for learners in Richmond. Celebrating small wins and maintaining an upbeat attitude helps students build confidence behind the wheel.
Busy roads in Richmond can be stressful for learners. Your ability to stay calm and reassuring during challenging driving situations will set you apart as an instructor.
You must have held a full UK driving license (or an approved foreign license) for at least three years.
You cannot have been banned from driving in the last five years and should have no more than six penalty points on your licence.
We provide your complete study kit — textbooks, training manual, and unlimited access to the My Four Wheels Academy where Richmond trainees study for Part 1.
Study from home in Richmond with our 24/7 platform. Interactive lessons, video content, and mock tests let you prepare at a pace that works around your life.
Your assigned Part 1 specialist knows exactly what the DVSA tests require. They'll keep you focused and confident as you prepare in Richmond.
Successfully pass the DVSA Theory and Hazard Perception tests — the first milestone towards your ADI qualification in Richmond.
After Part 1, you'll develop advanced driving skills to reach DVSA instructor standard — precision, planning and professional control on Richmond roads.
You'll receive 8 hours of in-car training through our tailored Buddy System. We pair you with another trainee who matches your learning style.
The Academy supports your in-car sessions with Part 2 video tutorials, progress tracking and interactive quizzes.
Pass the DVSA Part 2 driving test and demonstrate safe, confident, professional driving ability on Richmond roads.
This stage teaches you how to plan lessons, coach learners, give constructive feedback and manage risk during real lessons in Richmond.
Complete structured online learning alongside 20 hours of in-car instruction. Practise teaching techniques with live support in Richmond.
The Academy is your central hub for Part 3 — featuring demonstration videos, lesson plans, assessment guides and live classroom replays.
Pass the DVSA Part 3 test and qualify as a fully approved driving instructor (ADI) in Richmond.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Richmond after Part 2. Teach real pupils, gain confidence, and build your skills ahead of the final qualification step.
Nothing prepares you for Part 3 like actual teaching. In Richmond, you'll work with a range of learners and develop the adaptability every great instructor needs.
The My Four Wheels Academy stays with you through the trainee stage in Richmond — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Richmond while building the real-world skills that make Part 3 feel natural.
Book quality driving lessons in Richmond with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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