Looking forward to being able to drive? The freedom and independence that comes with being able to hop in the car and go? Sorted out your Provisional Licence yet? Can you see the new style number plate from 20 metres?

So now you're looking for a Qualified Driving Instructor? You want someone good, someone who isn't going to shout at you and make you feel silly? You want someone nice, who is going to be patient and encouraging and help you achieve your potential. You've found me, Good.

It's really imporant to learn how to drive safely, right from the start, and as a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor (ADI) I have been specially trained to teach you what you need to know so that you are safe on the road, not just so that you can pass your test, but for the future. I want you to be a safe, confident driver because learning to drive is just the beginning.

I'm here to help you develop your skills for a lifetime of safe driving and because everyone is different I will help you learn at your pace with patience and encouragement. So what are you waiting for?

You don't need me for this, you can book your Theory Test on line at www.gov.uk/theorytest. At the moment it costs £23 and you can take it in Croydon or Crawley test centres.

There are 2 parts to the test; multiple choice questions and a hazard perception video test which is about spotting hazards on the road. You book and take them as a single test. You must pass both parts to pass the test.

You will have 57 minutes to answer 50 multiple choice questions. A question and several possible answers appear on a screen. You just have to select the right answer, but don't panic, if you get stuck you can 'flag' the questions that you want to come back to later. You can also go back to any question you want to review and can change your answer at any point.