Standards Check Preparation Course with Alpha Driving School – Expert Support to Help You Achieve Excellence

At Alpha Driving School, we are dedicated to helping Approved Driving Instructors (ADIs) maintain and elevate their professional standards. Our Standards Check Preparation Course is specifically designed for ADIs who are:

• Preparing for their upcoming Standards Check,
• Re-taking the check following an unsuccessful attempt, or
• Simply aiming to achieve a higher grade and further refine their instructional skills.

Maintaining high teaching standards is critical for every ADI, and Alpha is here to ensure you are fully prepared to perform at your very best.

Our course offers a comprehensive assessment and development plan tailored to your individual needs. You will be evaluated on your instructional delivery based on the criteria set out by the National Standard for Driver and Rider Training, ensuring that you are aligned with the latest DVSA expectations.

During your preparation, we will familiarise you with the SC1 assessment form — the official document used by DVSA examiners during the Standards Check — and work through each of the key areas assessed, including:

• Lesson Planning
• Risk Management
• Teaching and Learning Strategies

Together, we will assess your current instructional techniques and identify where adjustments or enhancements may be needed to meet and demonstrate the 17 required competencies. Our expert trainers will help you understand what the examiner is looking for, how to structure your lesson effectively, and how to adapt your teaching to different pupil needs while maintaining a high standard of risk management and learning facilitation.

Key Features of Alpha’s Standards Check Preparation:

• Personalised evaluation of your current instructional style
• Detailed breakdown of the SC1 assessment form and competency areas
• Practical strategies to strengthen your lesson planning, teaching methods, and risk management
• Mock lesson scenarios with structured feedback to build confidence
• Expert coaching from experienced Alpha Driving School trainers with deep DVSA standards knowledge

At Alpha Driving School, we understand the pressures and expectations that come with the Standards Check. Our preparation course is carefully designed to help you approach your assessment with confidence, clarity, and the ability to deliver a lesson that fully demonstrates your competence as a professional instructor.

Why Choose Alpha Driving School?

• Proven expertise in preparing ADIs for successful Standards Checks
• Tailored, professional coaching to suit your individual goals
• Clear, supportive feedback focused on continuous improvement
• A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of driver training

Elevate Your Standards with Alpha

Whether you are preparing for your first Standards Check, seeking to improve your grade, or need focused support following a previous attempt, Alpha Driving School is here to help you succeed.

With our expert guidance, you’ll be fully prepared to deliver a high-quality lesson that meets the DVSA’s expectations — and confidently demonstrate your skills as an outstanding driving instructor.