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 |
My Four Wheels Academy in Wantage offers a structured 6 months pathway to your ADI qualification. Our blended training combines online learning, in-car coaching, and classroom sessions — all tailored to help you succeed on the area's roads.
You're assigned a personal Part 1 specialist in Wantage who guides you through theory preparation with regular check-ins and mock test support.
Start earning in Wantage before you fully qualify. After passing Part 2, apply for a trainee licence and teach real pupils while completing Part 3.
Learn from experienced trainers who know the Wantage test routes and local driving conditions. Their insider knowledge gives you a competitive advantage.
No teaching background needed to train in Wantage. Most of our successful instructors came from completely different careers and found their calling here.
Our unique Buddy System pairs you with another trainee for in-car practice in Wantage. Learn together, support each other, and build confidence faster.
Beyond teaching skills, we help you succeed as a business in Wantage. From marketing to admin systems, we provide the tools you need to thrive.
As a driving instructor in Wantage, excellent customer service will help you retain students and build a reputation. This includes being approachable, understanding, and professional.
Explaining driving concepts clearly is crucial in Wantage. You'll need to break down complex manoeuvres into simple steps that learners of all abilities can understand and follow.
Students in Wantage 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.
Every student in Wantage is different. Working with a variety of personalities requires an open and adaptable mindset. If you enjoy meeting new people and helping them learn, this career is for you.
Busy roads in Wantage 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.
Your training materials arrive quickly — including your study manual, DVSA reference books, and full access to our online Academy platform for learning in Wantage.
The Academy is available around the clock. Complete interactive modules, watch instructional videos, and take practice exams whenever suits you.
A dedicated Part 1 specialist is assigned to you in Wantage. They'll track your progress, answer questions, and ensure you're fully prepared.
Pass both the DVSA Theory Test and Hazard Perception Test, proving you have the knowledge foundation to become an instructor in Wantage.
You'll refine your driving to DVSA instructor level through structured coaching. This means smooth control, excellent observation, and confident decision-making across Wantage's roads.
Practise alongside a fellow trainee in Wantage during 8 hours of paired in-car sessions. Our Buddy System is proven to improve confidence and test readiness.
Track your Part 2 progress, watch driving technique videos, and test yourself with quizzes on the My Four Wheels Academy — available 24/7 to Wantage trainees.
Pass the DVSA Part 2 exam and prove your driving ability meets the professional standard required to teach in Wantage.
Part 3 transforms you from a skilled driver into an effective instructor. Learn lesson planning, risk management, and student assessment for teaching in Wantage.
You'll complete 20 hours of in-car teaching practice in Wantage alongside structured online modules. This blend ensures you're ready for real-world instruction.
Access lesson plan templates, example teaching videos, and assessment criteria breakdowns through the Academy — everything you need to prepare for Part 3 in Wantage.
Pass the DVSA instructional ability test and earn your full ADI qualification, ready to start your teaching career in Wantage.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Wantage 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 Wantage, 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 Wantage — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Wantage while building the real-world skills that make Part 3 feel natural.
Book quality driving lessons in Wantage with DVSA-approved instructors. Flexible times and competitive prices.
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