I had a great experience with Admiral Young Learners in Nottingham having my very first driving experience. I thought at 15 years old this is an appropriate time to start my driving journey so that in just over a year I will be ready to take the next step with my on the road driving lessons.
I was amazed at how much there is to take in with all the controls and other car drivers. To become confident with the controls and manoeuvres is a challenge in itself, get this right then taking this on to the next stage on the highway with all the other elements such as speed restrictions, cyclists, pedestrians, roundabouts, traffic lights, many more other road users to say the least... With this experience at least I will have conquered some of the challenges!
A few observations - I felt the arrival could have been better signposted from the car park areas and the shopping area, not knowing the area well we were a lost a times. The day was cold and the area we were left to wait was cold but felt more could be done to create a more welcoming feel.
Observing most of the instructors' opening hello with their students, on the whole they seemed pleasant and my instructor was particularly warm, pleasant, welcoming and encouraging. My instuctor explained everything very clearly and considerately, ensuring during and after that I fully understood what she was explaining.
Having had this taster experience I'd definitely take it further.
