Topmarks School Of Motoring
Driving Lessons around Derby

Here you will find all you need to know about learning to drive in and around Derby with Topmarks School Of Motoring.

BUT WITH SO MANY INSTRUCTORS AVAILABLE WHY CHOOSE ME? READ ON:

• FREE e-learning facility (worth£7.50/month)
• Very high pass-rate(most instructors make this claim,but how many give name&date?)
• Highly qualified(check out The Instructor page)
• Private un-interupted tuition(my mobile is switched off during lessons) 
• Handouts issued and homework offered
• DIAmond Advanced Instructor
• Police Diversion Scheme Instructor
• Progress card
• Highly Recommended(see testimonial page)

I cover Derby city and surrounding areas including Allenton, Allestree, Alvaston, Aston-on-trent, Boulton-moor, Breadsall, Chaddesden, Chellaston, Littleover, Mickleover, Oakwood, Risley, Sandiacre, Shelton-lock and Stenson, post-codes: DE1, DE3, DE21, DE22, DE23, DE24 and NG10, so if you live, work or study in these areas then I can help.

For driving lessons in Derby city and surrounding areas including Allenton, Allestree, Alvaston, Aston-on-trent, Boulton-moor, Breadsall, Chaddesden, Chellaston, Littleover, Mickleover, Oakwood, Risley, Sandiacre, Shelton-lock and Stenson, post-codes: DE1, DE3, DE21, DE22, DE23, DE24 and NG10
call 07980 549 465
  or 01332 743 574
or email: mark.o.52@ntlworld.com

Learning to Drive

Before learning to drive you will need your provisional licence, if you have not got one you can apply online using the link to the right.

Learning to drive can be difficult, but lessons should always be enjoyable. Only a fully qualified instructor has the expertise and knowledge to guide you to success. But how do you know if an instructor is fully qualified or not?

This is an easy thing to check for, ask to see the instructor's certificate of registration, which should be placed in the bottom left-hand corner of the windscreen (near to where the tax-disc is). A fully qualified instructor's certificate is a green octagon, a trainee's certificate is a pink triangle.

BEWARE! There are many trainees around, the sad thing is only about 30% of these trainees go on to fully qualify.

By choosing Topmarks you can be assured of receiving top-class tuition as I am qualified well beyond the minimum standard required.

How many lessons you will need is a very difficult question to answer, the least I have achieved is 15 hours. Private practice helps reduce the number of lessons required and I can advise when you are ready.

As a rough and ready figure I would say about 45 hours without private practice and about 30 hours with private practice.

To learn to drive in Derby city and surrounding areas including Allenton, Allestree, Alvaston, Aston-on-trent, Boulton-moor, Breadsall, Chaddesden, Chellaston, Littleover, Mickleover, Oakwood, Risley, Sandiacre, Shelton-lock and Stenson, post-codes: DE1, DE3, DE21, DE22, DE23, DE24 and NG10
call 07980 549 465
  or 01332 743 574
or email: mark.o.52@ntlworld.com

The Driving Instructor

That's me, Mark Osborne. I'm 44 years old, married with 2 children.

Not all driving instructors are the same, some are trainees, some have the minimum qualification required. I decided immediately after qualifying ( 6 years ago now ) that I wanted to be different, better than the rest.

I have passed the Diamond Advanced Special Test and the RoSPA advanced driving test to gold standard ( the highest possible grade ).

My other qualifications include The Diploma in Driving Instruction ( accredited by Middlesex University ) and the City & Guilds Teachers Certificate in Further Education ( C&G 7303 ).

What these qualifications will achieve is enhanced teaching skills, therefore you require fewer lessons. My passrate is well above average with around 90% of my pupils passing at either the 1st or 2nd attempt.

So rest assured, I have achieved success where others have failed.

To contact this driving instructor covering Derby city and surrounding areas including Allenton, Allestree, Alvaston, Aston-on-trent, Boulton-moor, Breadsall, Chaddesden, Chellaston, Littleover, Mickleover, Oakwood, Risley, Sandiacre, Shelton-lock and Stenson, post-codes: DE1, DE3, DE21, DE22, DE23, DE24 and NG10
call 07980 549 465
  or 01332 743 574
or email: mark.o.52@ntlworld.com

The Learner Car

The car I use is a Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 Breeze. It is fitted with dual controls, power steering, electric windows and air-con.

The reason I chose the car is because it is easy and comfortable to drive with just the right balance of power and smoothness. It is very popular amongst driving instructors, just keep your eyes open and see how many instructors use them.

My previous car was a Corsa and many pupils buy one after they have passed their test, sometimes before passing. They are a good reliable car.

For a driving lesson in this learner car in Derby city and surrounding areas including Allenton, Allestree, Alvaston, Aston-on-trent, Boulton-moor, Breadsall, Chaddesden, Chellaston, Littleover, Mickleover, Oakwood, Risley, Sandiacre, Shelton-lock and Stenson, post-codes: DE1, DE3, DE21, DE22, DE23, DE24 and NG10
call 07980 549 465
  or 01332 743 574
or email: mark.o.52@ntlworld.com

Cost of Driving Lessons

I would first like to point out that you get a full 1 hour's private tuition, no car sharing and no rude telephone interruptions (very unprofessional).

Lesson prices are as follows:-

1 hour lesson		£ 21.00
1½ hours		£ 31.50
2 hours		£ 42.00
Motorway, advanced	(per hour)	£ 25.00
Block Bookings*	10 Hours	£195.00
	5 Hours	£100.00
*Must be paid for in advance.

Good honest value for money tuition.No silly offers or free tests,I leave that to inferior/inexperienced instructors struggling for work.

REMEMBER:CHEAP LESSONS=POOR INSTRUCTION=MORE LESSONS=INCREASED COSTS

The cost of driving lessons in Derby city and surrounding areas including Allenton, Allestree, Alvaston, Aston-on-trent, Boulton-moor, Breadsall, Chaddesden, Chellaston, Littleover, Mickleover, Oakwood, Risley, Sandiacre, Shelton-lock and Stenson, post-codes: DE1, DE3, DE21, DE22, DE23, DE24 and NG10.
call 07980 549 465
  or 01332 743 574
or email: mark.o.52@ntlworld.com

Pass Plus Courses

What is Pass Plus?

Pass Plus is a course that you can take once you have passed your driving test. It consists of 6 hours of practical driving sessions which you can do with Topmarks. But for extra training at less cost then Pass Plus Extra is the one to go for.

What is Pass Plus Extra?

Pass Plus Extra is a City Council led scheme. To qualify for the scheme you have to attend a 2 hour workshop session to receive a £60 subsidy towards the cost of a Pass Plus course. The workshop will be held in Derby. The practical sessions can be taken with Topmarks. The 6 hour course would then cost £90, that's just £15/hour!!!

For a Pass Plus course in Derby city and surrounding areas including Allenton, Allestree, Alvaston, Aston-on-trent, Boulton-moor, Breadsall, Chaddesden, Chellaston, Littleover, Mickleover, Oakwood, Risley, Sandiacre, Shelton-lock and Stenson, post-codes: DE1, DE3, DE21, DE22, DE23, DE24 and NG10
call 07980 549 465
  or 01332 743 574
or email: mark.o.52@ntlworld.com

Testimonials

"I was looking for a driving instructor and a friend of mine recommend Mark Osbourne. Every lesson I had with Mark was highly enjoyable and Mark always took time to explain things in a simple manner. I passed my driving test first time and I owe this to Marks excellent teaching and patient manner. Mark is highly skilled in teaching and gives help and support every step of the way. I highly recommend Mark to anyone who is looking to learn to drive and have a great instructor."
- Arran G, Long Eaton.

"Hi i just thought i would leave a message about my driving lessons with Mark. I found Top Marks School Of Motering in the yellow pages along with many others. Because i was new to the whole driving business i decided to ring around and see which one sounded best. Mark sounded the most proffesional and supportive of all those i rang. He sounded like he was more for helping people learn to drive rather than just take their money of them. My first lesson went well, Mark was patient with me and explained everything in detail. Each lesson is focused on my driving, it is one to one and unlike other driving schools Mark does not let anything intrupt our lessons, he does not stop to take phone calls, and he does not use the car share system, this means that the time you pay for is spent learning to drive, not picking people up or taking 20 minute phone calls. Ive had about 14 lessons now and i am enjoying learning to drive. Although i have made progress i do still make some silly mistakes, however, Mark still continues to be patient and supportive. At the end of each lesson Mark sets objectives to do next lesson, however these do change sometimes depending on weather its someting im good at or not. Im sure ill pass my driving test in no time. If you're eager to learn to drive and you want an instructor which is dedicated to helping you, choose Mark."
- Sarah J, Chaddesden.

"I needed to learn to drive for to help me with my ministry and was recommended Mark by another instructor. I had had some driving lessons when I was 17, but had soon had to give them up in order to save for University. So at the then age of 24, I was a little nervous about beginning driving lessons again. I have to say that I learnt far more in just my first lesson with Mark than I had my previous driving instructor. Mark was always in good time for lessons, and was always helpful and patient. He installed a lot of confidence and I always thoroughly enjoyed my lessons. I passed my test first time with only two minor errors, thanks to Mark’s teaching."
- Rev. Kinch SSC, Long Eaton.

"Having previously been with another company, I have never regretted choosing Mark for a driving instructor. Mark offers a very different approach to both teaching and driving. Not only was I taught to drive to match a high standard, but I enjoyed the conversations of the importance of the many other factors involved such as attitude and technique which are so easily overlooked yet vital. I greatly appreciated the thought he put into structuring every one of lessons so that neither my time nor money was wasted and my skills were developed as fast as possible, whilst also I was picking up so much more than just being able to control a car. Mark puts a new spin on being on the road in such a friendly and comfortable atmosphere that I looked forward to my lessons and now I am competently driving with confidence. I think finding the perfect instructor out of so many is very difficult especially if you're new, but Mark is one in a million!"
-Jennifer A, Alvaston.

"I learnt to drive with Top Marks, Mark was recommended to me by my sister who somehow managed to pass first time. I thought if he could teach her to drive anything was possible. I was learning to drive with Mark for approximately 8 Months and Passed first time. He is a very patient teacher and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend to friends / family."
-Luke I, Derby.

"I was eager to find a new Driving Instructor, as the two instructors prior to Mark were not very good the fact they were reasonably cheap attracted me to them, but found this wasn’t always best. I came across Top marks just by browsing on the Internet. I checked out the website and gave mark a call although the cost per hour was slightly more than I expected I was pleased with the reviews given by some of Marks pupils on the website. My first lesson with Mark was highly successful and I had felt I had learnt a lot within the first hour which made those extra few pounds an hour worth it. Mark is a very calm and patient Instructor who explains things very well and is very good at focussing and resolving areas of weakness, which defiantly got me through and gave me the confidence to pass."
- Katie F.

Thankyou to all those that took the trouble to contribute.
- Mark O.

For the same top quality driving tuition in Derby city and surrounding areas including Allenton, Allestree, Alvaston, Aston-on-trent, Boulton-moor, Breadsall, Chaddesden, Chellaston, Littleover, Mickleover, Oakwood, Risley, Sandiacre, Shelton-lock and Stenson, post-codes: DE1, DE3, DE21, DE22, DE23, DE24 and NG10.
call 07980 549 465
  or 01332 743 574
or email: mark.o.52@ntlworld.com

Contact the Driving School

For more information or to arrange a lesson, just e-mail or call:

*In the interest of safety and in order to give clients uninterrupted tuition, the mobile phone is switched off during lessons, so if the phone is not answered please leave a message and I will call you back within 3 hours. I will reply to emails within 24 hours.

Bear in mind you must have your provisional ( or full ) driving licence before you can take lessons.

The hours I work are:-

Monday to Friday	9:30am – 7:30pm
Sunday	9:00am – 6:00pm

I look forward to hearing from you.

Mr M Osborne
Topmarks School Of Motoring
52 Sevenlands Drive
Boulton Moor
Derby
DE24 5AD