Grading System for ADI Driving Instructors

All fully qualified approved driving instructors (ADI's) are trained to a very high standard and will have passed a series of tests covering theory, driving ability and most importantly they will have demonstrated a high standard of instructional ability. They must display a green badge in the windscreen of the tuition vehicle.

They will also be assessed regularly by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) and after that assessment the driving instructor is given a grading based on how well they teach.

They are graded from 1 to 6 and must attain a minimum of grade 4 to remain on the register. Grades 1 to 3 are unacceptable grades that will require improvement.

Grades 4 to 6 are defined as follows: www.adiHelp.co.uk

Grade 4 - Adequate. (Some shortcomings that need attention)

Grade 5 - Good. (Only minor deficiencies)

Grade 6 - Very Good. (The highest standard with no significant weaknesses)

Grade 6 is the highest grade attainable and is held by less than 7% of ADI's in the UK.

Anthony Paul, owner of Tony's School of Motoring, is a Grade 6 instructor with 21 years experience and a high pass rate. The company offer both Manual and Automatic tuition in air conditioned, dual controlled cars covering Slough and surrounding areas.