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At Smart Drive UK we are totally committed to providing you with an outstanding Driving School Franchise which delivers a continuous supply of business that suits your requirements, whether thats 10 hours per week or 60 hours per week. We want to make you more profitable than other driving schools. 100% Confidence!!

Having had an amazing 16 years in the Driving Instructor Business we want you to join our family team. You could be our first Instructor in your area. With only around 30 driving instructors in total you will never be just a number to us.

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MANAGED BOOKINGS

Smart Drive UK will manage all your driving classes and appointments when you are on the go.

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MARKETING SUPPORT

We want your franchise to succeed and support you with online and offline marketing support.

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GOOGLE ADVERISING

Smart Drive UK handles Google Advertising, Facebook and more to ensure you are always busy.

Why Choose Us?

We undestand the risk to yourself of commiting to a contract that has either no guarantee of providing a specifc number of pupils or some that promise to give you only 50 pupils per year (that’s less than one per week). That is why we have created a NO Risk Franchise that leaves you in control and no financial risk to you. We want you to join and stay with us not because the contract term says you must but because you want to, and you love what we do for you, and we will not recruit another driving Instructor in your area unless we have to turn away business because you are too busy and need support. We do not have any sales teams so don’t worry just our family members explaining what we do.

97% of Driving Instructors that started with us on our trial period decided to stay with us. The other 3% left due to personal circumstances and not because of the service we provided. Filling your diary quickly is our highest priority and we will GUARANTEE a minimum number of pupils that will be given to you.

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Smart Drive UK- For a Leading Tyne-and-Wear Driving Instructor Franchise Opportunity

Smart Drive UK is one of the highest rated companies for driving instructor franchise opportunities in Tyne-and-Wear. They made their name by ensuring a happy base of franchisees, through the steady supply of pupils as per the ADI’s location and specific needs. Franchisees with Smart Drive UK can expect up to 60 hours of work a week as the company is committed in their quest to make their franchises some of the most profitable in Tyne-and-Wear.

Awards

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Smart Drive UK Driving School – Awarded 2018/2019/2020

Most Trusted Non-Commercial Driver Trainer School 2020

Driving School of the Year 2019

Best for Class B Driver Training Services 2018 & Best for Promoting Road Safety by Influencing Driver Behaviour

Franchise opportunities are available now in your area.

Please fill free to call us on 08450 179 778 or Text/Call on 07760 767170.

Why go with a Smart Drive UK Tyne-and-Wear Driving Instructor Franchise?

Smart Drive UK offers only driving instructor franchise contracts that are beneficial to ADIs. With the contract, approved driving instructors are always in control of what happens during their stay with the company. The company has made a name in ensuring ADIs remain with them by choice instead of being tied down by a contract.

With Smart Drive UK, there is no issue of dealing with multiple instructors in Tyne-and-Wear unless the company can guarantee an adequate number of students. It is no surprise that most approved driving instructor franchisees in Tyne-and-Wear stay with the company for long periods. To further show their commitment towards providing a steady stream of income for driving instructors, the company offers a guarantee on pupil numbers.

Why is a Driving Instructor Franchise in Tyne-and-Wear a good idea?

All newly qualified driving instructors have to determine if they will go the driving instructor franchise route or start their own business from scratch. There are positives to both sides of the argument, so the option you go for at the end of the day will be dependent on your particular situation. Different challenges face any newly qualified drivers that decides to start their own businesses. For every ADI, the key to a steady supply of pupils is maintaining a healthy base of satisfied pupils that can do word of mouth marketing. Marketing and a positive reputation, both long-term factors, are needed to be able to gain recommendations.

You will have to participate in different forms of marketing, create a website and have some presence on social media to draw prospective driving school pupils. Many ADIs do not have what it takes to draw new pupils in the early days of their driving school and make a profit, so for this reason many struggle. Becoming a part of a franchise like the Smart Drive UK Tyne-and-Wear driving instructor franchise gives ADIs the opportunity to start earning money immediately while gradually building their own business.

Top tips for finding a profitable Tyne-and-Wear driving instructor franchise

When it is time to join a driving instructor franchise in Tyne-and-Wear, you cannot afford to make a mistake.

Making a mistake with the selection process could mean losing time and money. The most popular driving schools can grab all the attention, but it is always important to check local options.

Pupils in the area will want to go with a local company that has been around for a while instead of a big name company with offices far away. After your franchise agreement, the steady supply of work is the next important factor when picking a driving instructor franchise.

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You should seek reassurances on the supply of pupils to be certain about profitability as an ADI that is part of a franchise. Contact Smart Drive UK today to start off your Tyne-and-Wear driving instructor franchise career as they have ticked all the right boxes.

Franchise opportunities are available now in your area.

Please fill free to call us on 08450 179 778 or Text/Call on 07760 767170.

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Are there Smart Drive UK driving instructor franchise ADIs in your Tyne-and-Wear area already?

Smart Drive UK has advertised driving instructor franchise opportunities in your Tyne-and-Wear area recently. It is, therefore, possible that they already have franchisees in your area. However, this doesn’t rule you out of the reckoning. Contact Smart Drive UK and confirm the availability of openings in your area as they could be in need of support for an existing instructor. ADIs opening new frontiers for Smart Drive UK, on the other hand, can look forward to see pupils within a week of signing up. How many pupils can ADIs expect with Smart Drive Driving Instructor Franchise in Tyne-and-Wear?

You can look forward to having your bookings filled in three months with the company. This typically means the provision of 5-10 pupils a month by the company depending on the weekly work goals. As your older students graduate, the company will continue to assign new pupils to fill in the gaps. ADIs under the Smart Drive UK driving instructor franchise only have to focus on training qualified drivers as the company takes on the marketing activities.

Let’s Keep This Simple..we will provide the following for ADI’s.

  • First 4 weeks Free (No commitment to stay)
  • First 8 weeks No Payment until you receive 10 pupils (No commitment to stay)
  • First 6 Months 20% discount on payments & from as little as £10 per week. (You make a decision on whether you want to stay with us)
  • GUARANTEED  minimum number of pupils that will be given to you.
  • Unlimited pupils (no minimum or maximum number we give you as many as you need)
  • No start up costs
  • No additional pupil fees/ no additional fees full stop.
  • All stationery and car signaged provided.
  • Bring your own vehicle if you require (keeping costs down)
  • Choice of removable car signage
  • You can negotiate with us to beat any genuine franchise deal.
  • Pay per pupil available in some locations
  • Agree your terms with us.

So why not talk to us today and we will be happy to discuss your needs or complete this form and we will call you back at a convenient time to you.

Is it possible to run an independent school as a Smart Drive UK Franchisee?

As a Smart Drive UK franchisee, you can run your own driving school alongside your franchise business as long as you can keep up with appointments and demand. This is because the company is a staunch supporter of flexibility for their driving school franchisees.

What is the Smart Drive UK pupil booking process?

There is a diary system that is used between the company and ADIs to communicate their work schedule. Pupils details such as, Name, Location, driving experience, their availability etc are taken and passed on to the Driving Instructors. The Instructor will make contact at a convenient time to introduce themselves and book them in accordingly. Ensuring you are in total control of your diary and working hours.

What level of assistance do Smart Drive UK Tyne-and-Wear driving instructor franchisees enjoy?

Smart Drive UK has a selection of advisers earmarked to provide support to all franchisees. Advisers are on hand round the clock to provide a solution to any problems ranging from business related problems to day to day running challenges. Sign up with to the Smart Drive UK driving instructor franchise today to enjoy a unique and richly rewarding experience.

Franchise opportunities are available now in your area.

Please fill free to call us on 08450 179 778 or Text/Call on 07760 767170.

FAQ’s

Can I take a break off after qualifying?

Some driving instructors build up their business slowly part-time alongside a full-time job to remove any risk financially. We will support you in your process to reach your goals.

Is full-time driving instruction of 40 hours or more per week a business with 40 pupils per week?

We encourage students to take lessons lasting and in 20 minutes (2 hours). 20 pupils are normally enough to be a full-time teacher with Smart Drive UK. In between lessons, travel time will be needed. We build multi-of learner drivers by encouraging block bookings.

Numbers of clients will Smart Drive UK give me?

Our advertising campaigns run throughout the year on a local and national basis positioning Smart Drive UK as a leader in local driving school provision. You can also promote your driving instructor business through our time-tested advice, resources, and marketing materials.

Is there a charge for supplying students?

You will not have to pay to get more students.

Will I be employed by Smart Drive UK?

No. Both independent driving schools and franchised driving instructors tend to be self-employed in the UK. Driving instructors have the benefit of being their boss.

You choose your work hours and organise your schedule to fit around your life. Driving instructors value the flexibility of the hours and the schedule; flexibility that is found in few other careers.

The nature of self-employed businesses is that the more you are willing to invest in terms of your time and energy the more you will get out in terms of financial rewards and job satisfaction.

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As the leading driving school in the United Kingdom, Smart Drive UK offers fully personalised lessons tailored to your goals, whether you want to pass your exam quickly or take your time getting used to being behind the wheel. All of our lessons follow the Drivers Standards Agency guidelines and offer the highest standards of safety, allowing you to relax knowing that our experienced instructors can handle any situation.

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Our courses are designed to build experience and confidence in all of our learner drivers at a pace that suits you. Smart Drive UK offers unique pre-lesson learning sessions ensure that once you’re in the car, you’ll spend as much time driving as possible – not talking to the instructor about driving. This approach ensures not only that you’ll progress quickly – but also that you’ll get the absolute most from your money.

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At Smart Drive UK you get to choose the time and length of your lessons so they fit perfectly into your schedule. Our instructors will take your previous knowledge and goals into account, making our programme perfect for both experienced and novice drivers alike and letting you progress at the pace that works for you. Whether you want to slowly build confidence or quickly pass your test, you can’t go wrong with Smart Drive UK!

Franchise opportunities are available now in your area.

Please fill free to call us on 08450 179 778 or Text/Call on 07760 767170.

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